Villas for rent in Dubai

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  • 16

    Villa

    1,200,000 AED/year

    Full Lake View | Private Pool | Furnished

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    Meadows 5, Meadows, Dubai

    6

    5

    8,776 sqft

  • 24

    Villa

    694,999 AED/year

    Green Views | Grand Living | Type B1 Signature Villa

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    Carmen, Victory Heights, Dubai Sports City, Dubai

    5

    6

    10,007 sqft

  • 21

    Villa

    335,000 AED/year

    Single Row | Family Community | Modern Finish

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    June, Arabian Ranches 3, Dubai

    4

    6

    3,249 sqft

  • 15

    Villa

    347,000 AED/year

    Smart Home|Brand New| Gated community| 4plus maids

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    Al Badia Villas, Dubai Festival City, Dubai

    4

    5

    4,284 sqft

  • 15

    Villa

    400,000 AED/year

    Swimming Pool | Shared Fcailities | Premium

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    Umm Suqeim 2 Villas, Umm Suqeim 2, Umm Suqeim, Dubai

    4

    4

    4,200 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Salva The Heights
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q3 2030
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    Salva The Heights

    The Heights Country Club & Wellness, Dubai

    3 - 5 Beds

    Launch price:

    5,500,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/75/15
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  • 16

    Villa

    250,000 AED/year

    White Goods | Free Maintenance | Well-Maintained

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    Springs 9, The Springs, Dubai

    3

    3

    2,745 sqft

  • 17

    Villa

    280,000 AED/year

    Type A | Brand New | Vacant | Single Row

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    Tilal Al Furjan, Al Furjan, Dubai

    4

    5

    3,956 sqft

  • 17

    Villa

    278,000 AED/year

    Well-managed Villa | Standalone | Vacant

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    District 16, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    3

    4

    8,256 sqft

  • 29

    Villa

    1,600,000 AED/year

    Fully Upgraded | High Quality | Rotunda

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    Garden Homes Frond B, Garden Homes, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

    5

    6

    6,696 sqft

  • 30

    Villa

    1,850,000 AED/year

    Garden Home | Four Beds with Private Pool

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    Garden Homes Frond O, Garden Homes, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

    4

    5

    7,072 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Mareva 2 The Oasis
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2030
    Emaar Properties developer Logo

    Mareva 2 The Oasis

    Mareva 2 The Oasis, The Oasis by Emaar, Dubai

    4 - 6 Beds

    Launch price:

    13,830,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/70/20
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  • 27

    Villa

    347,000 AED/year

    Private Villa | Multiple Options | Gated Community

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    Al Badia Villas, Dubai Festival City, Dubai

    4

    4

    4,284 sqft

  • Experience high-end villas for rent in Dubai, offering a range of sizes averaging around 4,200 sqft and going up to 12,000 sqft. Rental prices start at 900 AED per day, 4,700 AED per week, 14,000 AED per month, and 38,000 AED per year. On average, renters can expect to pay approximately 10,000 AED per day, 68,000 AED per week, 185,000 AED per month, or 519,000 AED per year. Most villas come with balconies, built-in wardrobes, central air conditioning, kitchen appliances, studies, walk-in closets, private gardens, gyms, pools, jacuzzis, maid’s rooms, maids’ service, covered parking, concierge services, building lobbies, security, and pet-friendly options. Shared amenities often include gyms, pools, spas, and children’s play areas and pools. Many properties are also Vastu compliant and offer views of landmarks or water.
  • 21

    Villa

    425,000 AED/year

    Warranty | 4 Beds | Backing Park | New Community

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    Caya 1, Arabian Ranches 3, Dubai

    4

    3

    4,098 sqft

  • 23

    Villa

    500,000 AED/year

    100k Renovations | Single Row | Pvt Pool

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    Mirador, Arabian Ranches, Dubai

    5

    5

    4,782 sqft

  • 30

    Villa

    2,500,000 AED/year

    Polo Homes | 6BR | Sauna | Pool | Large Plot

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    Polo Homes, Arabian Ranches, Dubai

    6

    6

    8,151 sqft

  • 19

    Villa

    450,000 AED/year

    Brand new | Luxury Villa | Spacious Layout

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    Fairway Villas, EMAAR South, Dubai South (Dubai World Central), Dubai

    5

    4

    6,520 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Ovelle
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q4 2029
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    Ovelle

    Ovelle, The Valley, Dubai

    4 - 5 Beds

    Launch price:

    7,085,888 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/70/20
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  • 22

    Villa

    189,999 AED/year

    SIGNLE ROW | PRIME LOCATION | MODERN LAYOUT

    ELITE OSE REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Camelia 2, Camelia, Arabian Ranches 2, Dubai

    3

    4

    1,506 sqft

  • 26

    Villa

    347,000 AED/year

    4 BR Villa | Limited Villas | Brand New

    PropertyShoma Real Estate logo image

    Al Badia Living, Dubai Festival City, Dubai

    4

    4

    3,705 sqft

  • 29

    Villa

    276,000 AED/year

    Gated Community | Multiple Options | Brand New

    LUXURYX AGENTS REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Al Badia Villas, Dubai Festival City, Dubai

    3

    3

    3,340 sqft

  • 10

    Villa

    265,000 AED/year

    Close To Pool | Modern Finishing | 4 Bedroom

    betterhomes - Motor City logo image

    Ruba, Arabian Ranches 3, Dubai

    4

    5

    2,516 sqft

  • 20

    Villa

    418,000 AED/year

    Upgraded | Large Plot | Near Lake

    Espace Real Estate logo image

    Meadows 9, Meadows, Dubai

    5

    5

    5,813 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Serro The Heights
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2030
    Emaar Properties developer Logo

    Serro The Heights

    The Heights Country Club & Wellness, Dubai

    3 - 5 Beds

    Launch price:

    6,200,000 AED

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  • 20

    Villa

    250,000 AED/year

    4 bed G+1 | Green Belt Backing | South West Facing

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    Mudon Al Ranim 3, Mudon, Dubai

    4

    4

    2,864 sqft

  • 25

    Villa

    450,000 AED/year

    EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION | FIRST OCCUPANCY | LUXURY

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    Jumeirah 3 Villas, Jumeirah 3, Jumeirah, Dubai

    5

    6

    21,980 sqft

  • 24

    Villa

    129,999 AED/year

    Sunny & Bright | Ready To Move | Private Garden

    Positive Heights Properties logo image

    District 3B, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Dubai

    2

    2

    1,937 sqft

  • 29

    Villa

    260,000 AED/year

    Detached Villa | Private Garden | Spacious Layout

    Driven Properties logo image

    Nad Al Sheba Villas, Nad Al Sheba 3, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai

    4

    6

    3,815 sqft

  • 17

    Villa

    425,000 AED/year

    Independent Villa| High Quality | Pool and Gym

    Al Mirath Real Estates logo image

    Umm Suqeim 2 Villas, Umm Suqeim 2, Umm Suqeim, Dubai

    5

    6

    4,500 sqft

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Price insights for Villas in Dubai

Average prices for Villas for rent in Dubai

CommunityAverage price (AED/year)
Jumeirah Park Homes360,721
Umm Suqeim298,930
Jumeirah277,760
Al Barsha260,403
Nad Al Sheba Villas222,271
Elan208,277
Al Badaa191,812
Shorooq127,304
Mirdif126,746
Mirdif 35123,286

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Your Guide to Villas for Rent in Dubai

Dubai has earned its reputation as a global destination, thanks in large part to a thriving real estate market and a booming tourism industry. The city delivers an exceptional standard of living, with high-end amenities and beautiful homes that attract people from around the world. For families and professionals who value space, privacy, and a strong sense of community, choosing to rent a villa in Dubai has become an increasingly popular option. Most of these homes sit within self-contained, gated neighborhoods that successfully combine modern design with everyday comfort.

Life in these villa communities tends to be calm and family-oriented. They're intentionally built to provide a quiet retreat from the hustle of the city center. You'll find solid infrastructure throughout, along with amenities like landscaped parks, sports courts, swimming pools, and jogging paths—all of which make these neighborhoods attractive to anyone who prioritizes wellness and outdoor activities. Your ideal area will ultimately depend on your budget: perhaps you're drawn to stunning beachfront properties in sought-after locations like Palm Jumeirah, or maybe you're looking for more budget-friendly family homes in communities further from the coast.

Average Prices & Sizes of Dubai Villas for Rent

The cost to rent a villa in Dubai varies widely depending on where you're looking, how large the property is, and what kind of amenities are included. According to residential transaction data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the average annual rent for a villa for rent in Dubai over the twelve months ending mid-2025 came in at around AED 265,493.

If you're a small to mid-sized family, 3-bedroom villas for rent in Dubai are readily available, with average yearly rents hovering around AED 188,479. To put that in perspective, a 3-bedroom home in a practical neighborhood like Mirdif typically rents for about AED 148,000 per year. However, in more upscale communities such as Dubai Hills Estate, you can expect to pay anywhere from AED 230,000 to AED 380,000 annually for a similar-sized property.

Larger families naturally need more space, and the prices reflect that. The data shows that 4-bedroom villas for rent in Dubai average roughly AED 432,040 per year, while spacious 5-bedroom homes come in around AED 454,966 annually. These properties generally offer generous floor plans, typically ranging between 4,100 and 11,000 square feet.

Recent Rental Examples: 

- A renovated 3-bedroom villa for rent in Dubai in The Springs (Springs 14), with 3,478 square feet of space, recently leased for AED 184,223

- A renovated 4-bedroom home spanning 3,043 square feet in the Maple community at Dubai Hills Estate went for AED 290,000

- A luxurious renovated 5-bedroom Dubai villa for rent in Jumeirah Park Homes, with 8,617 square feet, rented for AED 450,000

Top Locations with Dubai Villas for Rent

When searching for houses and villas for rent in Dubai, most people look for neighborhoods that strike the right balance between lifestyle and infrastructure. The most popular rental locations tend to fall into a few distinct categories:

Luxury and Waterfront Communities

These neighborhoods cater to affluent individuals who want exclusivity and luxury living.

Palm Jumeirah: This iconic location offers resort-style living with private beach access—perfect if you're seeking stunning waterfront villas for rent in Dubai. Properties here, such as the Garden Homes, typically feature 4 or 5 bedrooms and command average annual rents around AED 1.74 million.

Emirates Hills: Often called Dubai's Beverly Hills, this community is a golfer's paradise, with luxurious villas for rent in Dubai surrounded by golf courses and abundant greenery. These properties work well for large families who need substantial living space.

Jumeirah: This coastal neighborhood is known for combining relaxed beachside living with luxury. Villas for rent in Dubai's Jumeirah area, including complexes like Villa Amalfi, often showcase elegant architecture and direct beach access, with average annual rents around AED 1.09 million.

Family-Friendly Gated Communities

These communities are highly recommended for families who prioritize green spaces, security, and shared amenities.

Arabian Ranches: A favorite among those seeking suburban tranquility, this exclusive gated community features lush landscapes throughout. Average rents sit around AED 338,141 per year for new rental contracts.

Dubai Hills Estate: Developed by Emaar, this top-rated family-friendly community centers around an 18-hole championship golf course. Sub-communities like Maple offer family villas for rent in Dubai, while Sidra Villas provides luxury homes with golf course views.

Mudon: This modern community is favored for its walkable layout and practical living environment, with average annual rents around AED 208,224.

Affordable Villa Communities

For renters working within a tighter budget, several communities deliver excellent value:

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): This freehold development is well-known for offering affordable villas for rent in Dubai, with average annual prices near AED 192,106 for new rentals.

Dubai South (Dubai World Central): An affordable, freehold community that's popular with new tenants, where the average annual rent sits at approximately AED 130,754.

DAMAC Hills 2: Another budget-friendly freehold option, with new rentals averaging AED 105,931 per year. DAMAC Hills 2 is a prime location for finding a cheap villa for rent in Dubai.

Why Rent a Villa in Dubai?

Dubai's rental market moves quickly, so it helps to be prepared and decisive when you find the right villa for rent in Dubai. Two important decisions you'll need to make are the length of your lease and whether you want a furnished or unfurnished home.

A long-term lease—typically one year—is generally the smarter choice for stability and cost-effectiveness. On the other hand, if you're only planning to stay for a few months or less, a short-term rental offers flexibility, though you should budget carefully since these units cost considerably more, especially during peak seasons.

When it comes to furnishings, a furnished villa for rent in Dubai offers immediate convenience with fixtures and modern layouts already in place. However, this convenience comes at a price—you'll pay higher monthly rent and typically face larger upfront security deposits compared to unfurnished homes, which work better if you're trying to minimize initial expenses.

Nearby Amenities & Lifestyle

When you rent a villa in Dubai, you're typically moving into a community designed with comfortable living in mind.

Schools, Nurseries, and Clinics: Family-oriented communities either include or sit close to essential educational and healthcare facilities. Emirates Hills is near multiple schools. Jumeirah offers numerous options, including Jumeira Baccalaureate School and medical facilities like Emirates Hospital Jumeirah and Dubai London Hospital. In newer communities like Dubai Hills Estate, residents benefit from proximity to GEMS Wellington Academy and King's College Hospital London.

Shopping and Community Facilities: Major communities feature extensive green spaces, including large parks (Dubai Hills Estate, for example, has 1,450,000 square meters of parks) and well-maintained walking and cycling tracks. You'll find essential retail and dining options readily available—Dubai Hills Mall serves its residents, while Jumeirah features shopping destinations like Mercato Mall and Sunset Mall. Supermarkets such as Geant Hypermarket and Franprix ensure you're never far from groceries.

Pet-Friendliness: Many villa complexes actively welcome pet owners, making it easier to find pet-friendly villas for rent in Dubai.

Location & Transportation

Access to major roads matters significantly, as most villa communities rely on private vehicles for daily commuting. Dubai Hills Estate sits strategically on Al Khail Road (E44). Jumeirah offers easy access to main highways, including Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), Al Wasl Road (D92), and Jumeirah Beach Road (D94).

While villa communities themselves often don't have dedicated metro stations (like Jumeirah or Dubai Hills Estate), they provide excellent road connectivity to commercial hubs. Downtown Dubai and Business Bay are typically just a 15-minute drive from Jumeirah. If you need public transport, some adjacent areas, like Jumeirah Lake Towers, are well-connected with two metro stations (DMCC and Sobha Realty) and a tram station.

Pros & Cons of Renting a Villa in Dubai

Choosing to rent a villa in Dubai offers a unique residential experience, but it's worth considering both the benefits and potential challenges:

Pros 

- Provides a private, luxurious, and peaceful lifestyle that strongly appeals to business professionals and families

- Properties feature spacious layouts, typically including private gardens, covered parking, and practical additions like a maid's room

- Dubai villas for rent are often located within exclusive, secure gated communities with high safety standards and excellent facilities

- Access to superior shared amenities, such as dedicated parks, private pools, gyms, and top-tier educational institutions within or near the community

- Premium options allow for resort-style waterfront living, particularly in areas like Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah

Cons 

- Annual rental prices for villas for rent in Dubai, especially 4-bedroom and 5-bedroom units in prime locations, run substantially higher than apartments

- Many villa communities lack direct metro access, which means you'll need to rely on personal vehicles or taxis for daily commuting

- The market moves quickly, so desirable properties require tenants to act fast to secure them

- Choosing a furnished option results in higher long-term rental costs compared to an unfurnished lease