All about the apartments for sale in the UAE
The UAE is known for its oil, desert, high quality of life, and record-breaking attractions like malls and man-made islands. It’s also famous for its skyscrapers catering to all sorts of budgets, from mid-range to outright opulent apartments to meet the growing demands of its ever-expanding population.
Apartments are the most common property type available in the UAE, and since each emirate has been revising its property ownership laws in the past decade, it has seen big changes in who owns what in the country and the dynamic of the local population.
The UAE is a modern country with a cosmopolitan society that has diverse tastes and demands, so local developers have no choice but to design apartments of high standards to please the crowds. Thus, if you wish to buy an apartment in the UAE, you can rest assured that you will be buying a comfortable, high-quality, and very well-designed home.
The various freehold areas in the UAE allow foreigners to own an apartment in any building as long as it's in a permitted area. Most apartments for sale in the UAE can be found in Dubai, which has an overwhelming number due to its dynamic real estate market. Abu Dhabi follows up next with sizeable offerings and then the rest of the emirates complete the list. While other emirates have fewer properties due to their smaller land size and population, they're seeing more development than before with multiple new projects cropping up to attract residents and investors.
Where can you find a great flat for sale in the UAE?
Apartments & condos for sale in Dubai are found all over the emirate but the most popular places include Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, and Downtown Dubai. There’s also plenty on offer in JLT, JBR, and Business Bay. Residents of these areas will be spoiled with the best that Dubai has to offer, including sea views in many locations.
If you're keen on something more inland, explore Dubai Sports City, Jumeirah Village Circle, and Dubailand all of which offer affordable apartments for sale in UAE.
Located just a short drive from Dubai, Sharjah has also always been a top choice for many residents and expats who work in UAE. The most popular types of flats for sale in Sharjah include studios, 1 BHK and 2 BHK units.
Apartments, condos & flats for sale in Abu Dhabi are found on Al Reem Island, Corniche Road, Al Khalidiya, Al Raha Beach, Khalifa City, Al Reef, Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, and many more. The way Abu Dhabi has been developed allows residents to also enjoy great sea views.
What to know about the UAE apartments for sale
Buying any property requires considerable thought and financial planning. But you should also visit the area you wish to buy in to see what residents like or don’t like about the place.
Also, if you want to buy an apartment in the UAE as an investment, then you will probably not be concerned about choosing a location based on your preferences but instead about where you will be able to get the most rental yield. The good thing about the UAE is that the country always has a surge of people moving in and out, so you'll always find a tenant for your property.
That being said, an apartment for sale in UAE makes sense for families or couples, or anyone looking to settle down or make their stay in the country more permanent. There are many more apartments for sale in the UAE coming into the market and there's always something great to buy.
Looking for something different? See also all of the studios for sale, penthouses for sale and duplexes for sale in the UAE.