Rent prices in Bur Dubai
Typical annual asking rents in Bur Dubai, by property type. Landlords advertise high and negotiate, so tenants often sign below these figures — check your number against the range, and see whether a renewal increase is even legal.
Average rent in Bur Dubai by property type
| Property type | Asking rent / year |
|---|---|
| Studio | AED 36,000 – 58,000 |
| 1 bedroom | AED 50,000 – 80,000 |
| 2 bedrooms | AED 72,000 – 118,000 |
| 3 bedrooms | AED 100,000 – 165,000 |
Asking-rent estimates for 2026, in AED per year. Actual signed rents vary with the building, floor, view, furnishing and number of cheques.
Is your rent increase legal?
In Bur Dubai, as across Dubai, a renewal increase is capped by Decree 43 of 2013 — nothing if your rent is within 10% of the market average, rising in steps to a maximum of 20% if it sits far below, with 90 days' written notice required. Check your exact case with the calculator.
What is a fair rent here?
A fair rent in Bur Dubai is at or below the typical asking figure for that property type. Compare a few listings and check what tenants report actually signing — the gap between asking and signed is your room to negotiate.
Renting in Bur Dubai? Check if your rent is fair — or whether an increase is legal.
Open the rent checker →Common questions
How much is rent for a 1-bedroom in Bur Dubai?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Bur Dubai is typically advertised around AED 50,000 to AED 80,000 per year in 2026. Tenants often sign below the top of that range.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Bur Dubai?
Only within Dubai's RERA cap (Decree 43/2013): no increase if your rent is within 10% of the market average, and 5–20% if it sits further below — with 90 days' written notice.
What do tenants actually pay vs the asking rent in Bur Dubai?
Asking rents are what landlords advertise; signed rents are usually lower. Mizan shows the asking range next to what residents report actually paying so you can negotiate.