International City Property Investment Guide

Affordable Residential · Dubai

9–12%Gross Yield
AED 380,000Avg. 1BR/Entry Price
AED 44,004/yrAvg. 1BR Rent

About International City

International City is Dubai's most affordable freehold property market and consistently delivers the city's highest gross rental yields at 9–12%. The community is built around country-themed clusters (China, England, Morocco, etc.) and houses a diverse mix of working professionals and mid-income families.

While International City lacks the prestige of Dubai Marina or Downtown, it excels at pure yield performance. Property prices start below AED 300,000, making it accessible to small investors. The Dragon Mart retail complex provides major footfall and employment, and planned infrastructure upgrades continue to gradually improve the area.

Rental & Price Data (Indicative, 2025)

Unit TypePurchase PriceAnnual RentGross Yield
StudioAED 270,000AED 30,000/yr11.1%
1 BedroomAED 380,000AED 44,000/yr11.6%
2 BedroomsAED 580,000AED 62,000/yr10.7%

Key Highlights

Highest yields in Dubai (9–12%) Low entry price ( Dragon Mart retail Diverse tenant base

Notable Projects

Dragon Mart Residences Warsan Village International City Phase 3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is International City a good investment?
For yield-maximisers, yes. Gross yields of 9–12% are unmatched in Dubai. Capital appreciation has been modest, but the low entry price and high cash-on-cash returns suit investors prioritising immediate income.
What is the minimum investment in International City?
Studios start from around AED 250,000–300,000, making International City Dubai's lowest entry-point freehold investment area and accessible to a wide range of investors.

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