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Commercial Properties for sale in UAE

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  • 10

    Office Space

    15,139,200

    Newly Furnished I Vacant I Premium Office

    ENGEL & VÖLKERS Commercial logo image

    North Tower, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC, Dubai

    1

    1,824 sqft

    8,300 AED/sqft

  • 9

    Office Space

    25,846,200

    Vacant I Furnished I New Renovation I Upgraded

    ENGEL & VÖLKERS Commercial logo image

    North Tower, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC, Dubai

    3,114 sqft

    8,300 AED/sqft

  • 12

    Office Space

    2,598,295

    Commercial Office | Freehold | District 11 Sharjah

    UrbanSpace Real Estate logo image

    District 11, Al Zahia, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah

    1,130 sqft

    2,299 AED/sqft

  • 5

    Farm

    13,338,000

    Farm for sale in the Manama area, with an area ---

    Al Majed Real Estate logo image

    Manama, Ajman

    297,000 sqft

    44 AED/sqft

  • 11

    Whole Building

    15,000,000

    Whole Building in Al Rawda, Ajman - 10,000 Sqft

    AL ALIYA ALMOTKAMLA REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Al Rawda 2 Villas, Al Rawda 2, Al Rawda, Ajman

    7+

    10,000 sqft

    1,500 AED/sqft

  • Tara Park 2 by Modon

    Launch price:

    1,680,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 5/35/60
    Developed by
    Modon Properties
    Abu Dhabi,Al Reem Island,Tamouh,Tara Park

    1 - 3 Beds

  • 9

    Office Space

    5,980,000

    Fitted Office | Prime Location

    SUMMIT STONE PROPERTIES L.L.C S.O.C logo image

    The Dome, JLT Cluster N, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai

    1

    1,129 sqft

    5,296 AED/sqft

  • 11

    Whole Building

    30,000,000

    Whole Building in Al Mowaihat, 9500 Sqft

    AL ALIYA ALMOTKAMLA REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Al Mowaihat 3, Al Mowaihat, Ajman

    7+

    9,500 sqft

    3,157 AED/sqft

  • 10

    Office Space

    41,000,000

    Half Floor | Newly Furnished | Great Investment

    ENGEL & VÖLKERS Commercial logo image

    North Tower, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC, Dubai

    1

    4,938 sqft

    8,302 AED/sqft

  • 10

    Whole Building

    15,000,000

    Modern residential building consisting 80 floors

    AL ALIYA ALMOTKAMLA REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Al Mowaihat 1, Al Mowaihat, Ajman

    7+

    10,000 sqft

    1,500 AED/sqft

  • 2

    Land

    3,410,000

    15 mins to Dubai:/Near Khalid Port

    Koush Real Estate L.L.C logo image

    Ali Mousa Building, Al Sajaa Industrial, Al Sajaa, Sharjah

    16,146 sqft

    211 AED/sqft

  • The Row Phase 2 Saadiyat

    Launch price:

    3,700,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 65/35
    Developed by
    Aldar Properties PJSC
    Abu Dhabi,Saadiyat Island,The Row Saadiyat

    1 - 3 Beds

  • 2

    Land

    3,285,000

    Freehold for Arabs | Easy 24-Month Payment Plan

    Koush Real Estate L.L.C logo image

    Ali Mousa Building, Al Sajaa Industrial, Al Sajaa, Sharjah

    15,981 sqft

    205 AED/sqft

  • 11

    Retail

    11,500,000

    Clinic or Market | Highhh Visibility | Road Facing

    L V G REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Sobha Hartland Greens 5, Hartland Greens, Sobha Hartland, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Dubai

    1

    1,754 sqft

    6,556 AED/sqft

  • 12

    Office Space

    2,400,000

    Burj Khalifa View | Vacant Unit | Partitions

    Ifrah Properties logo image

    Park Lane Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    863 sqft

    2,780 AED/sqft

  • 18

    Retail

    2,699,000

    Prime Retail Space for Sale | High Growth Location

    RED DOOR PROPERTIES L.L.C logo image

    Azizi Riviera 36, Azizi Riviera, Meydan One, Meydan, Dubai

    492 sqft

    5,485 AED/sqft

  • 14

    Office Space

    1,475,000

    Available Now | Open Layout | Close To Metro

    fam Properties - Branch 33 logo image

    Jumeirah Bay X2, Jumeirah Bay Towers, JLT Cluster X, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai

    1

    1,092 sqft

    1,350 AED/sqft

  • Bashayer Residences 1&2

    Launch price:

    2,350,000 AED

    Developed by
    Modon Properties
    Abu Dhabi,Al Hudayriat Island,Bashayer Residences 1

    1 - 4 Beds

  • 8

    Office Space

    2,400,000

    BURJ KHALIFA VIEW | BRIGHT UNIT | VACANT

    Ifrah Properties logo image

    Park Lane Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    863 sqft

    2,780 AED/sqft

  • 14

    Land

    280,000

    A unique opportunity to own a residential plot

    New House Properties L.L.C logo image

    Basatin Al Serra, Al Serra Residential Area, Umm Al Quwain

    1,722 sqft

    162 AED/sqft

  • 8

    Retail

    19,322,546

    Prime Retail Opportunity | Strong ROI Potential

    CRC logo image

    Marriott Residences JVC, District 17, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    3,091 sqft

    6,251 AED/sqft

  • 6

    Land

    2,100,000

    For Sale: Residential and Commercial Land in Al Na

    Al Mutamaiz Real Estate logo image

    Ajman Corniche Residences, Ajman Corniche Road, Ajman

    4,220 sqft

    497 AED/sqft

  • 10

    Office Space

    2,430,000

    1,144 Sqft Office Space in Aljada, Sharjah

    Freedom Heights Real Estate LLC logo image

    Arada Central Business District (CBD), Aljada, Sharjah

    2

    2

    1,144 sqft

    2,124 AED/sqft

  • Creek Haven

    Launch price:

    1,868,888 AED

    2 Payment Plans
    Developed by
    Emaar Properties
    Dubai,Dubai Creek Harbour (The Lagoons),Creek Haven

    1 - 3 Beds

  • 10

    Office Space

    6,635,000

    08% ROI | OFFICE | BOOKING ONLY 10% | 02% SLD WAIV

    Freedom Heights Real Estate LLC logo image

    Arada Central Business District (CBD), Aljada, Sharjah

    4

    2

    3,107 sqft

    2,135 AED/sqft

  • 3

    Land

    2,962,000

    Freehold Land |Near Mosque || Industrial |

    Koush Real Estate L.L.C logo image

    Al Qasimiah City, Sharjah

    16,000 sqft

    185 AED/sqft

  • 2

    Land

    2,960,000

    Freehold Land |Near Mosque || Industrial |

    Koush Real Estate L.L.C logo image

    Al Qasimiah City, Sharjah

    16,490 sqft

    179 AED/sqft

  • 6

    Retail

    2,465,460

    Premium Retail Unit | Sobha Solis

    SANDCASTLE PROPERTIES LLC logo image

    Sobha Solis Tower B, Sobha Solis, Motor City, Dubai

    547 sqft

    4,507 AED/sqft

  • 15

    Land

    280,000

    Residential Plot for Sale in Basateen Al Serra, Um

    New House Properties L.L.C logo image

    Umm Al Quwain Marina Villas, Umm Al Quwain Marina, Umm Al Quwain

    1,722 sqft

    162 AED/sqft

  • Hudayriyat Golf Estate

    Launch price:

    4,250,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 5/35/60
    Developed by
    Modon Properties
    Abu Dhabi,Al Hudayriat Island

    3 - 6 Beds

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Commercial property for sale in the UAE: a buyer and investor guide

The UAE has built a strong reputation as a global business destination, drawing entrepreneurs, multinationals, and investors from across the world. A diversified economy, efficient logistics infrastructure, and consistently investor-friendly policies make buying commercial real estate in the UAE an attractive proposition, whether you are based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, or Ras Al Khaimah.

From launching a startup to securing a long-term income-generating asset, understanding how the UAE commercial property market works is the first step toward making a well-informed decision.

Types of commercial property for sale in the UAE

The UAE’s commercial real estate market covers a broad range of property types, each serving different business and investment needs.

Offices range from Grade A spaces in financial districts to shell-and-core and fully fitted units. Offices for sale in the UAE are in demand among startups, SMEs, and global corporations looking to establish or expand their regional presence.

Retail spaces and shops perform strongly in high-footfall locations and are well-suited to fashion, food and beverage, and daily convenience concepts. Shops for sale in the UAE span everything from small kiosks in community centers to large-format units in prime mall corridors.

Warehouses and industrial units are driven by the UAE's position as a major global supply chain hub. Areas like Jebel Ali in Dubai and Al Sajaa in Sharjah are central to logistics, manufacturing, and e-commerce operations.

Commercial villas offer a more private setting with features like dedicated parking and outdoor space. They are popular with boutique clinics, consultancies, and businesses that benefit from a standalone presence.

Whole buildings appeal to institutional investors looking for full control over a single asset. These can be developed or repositioned as business centers, corporate headquarters, or mixed-use developments.

Why buy commercial property in the UAE?

Commercial real estate in the UAE offers several advantages that are difficult to find in comparable markets.

Rental yields: commercial assets typically offer rental yields of 7% to 9% per year, which is notably higher than the 5% to 6% commonly seen in residential property. This makes buying commercial property in the UAE an appealing strategy for investors focused on income returns.

Tax environment: There is no property tax and no capital gains tax on real estate in the UAE. A 9% corporate tax applies to eligible businesses, but purchasing a commercial asset through a company structure allows for depreciation to be treated as a deductible expense.

Lease stability: Corporate tenants typically sign agreements spanning five to ten years, providing far more predictable cash flow than residential tenancies. Commercial tenants also frequently take on internal maintenance and service charge responsibilities, reducing the burden on the owner.

Golden Visa eligibility: Investing a minimum of AED 2,000,000 in a completed commercial property qualifies the buyer for a 10-year Golden Visa, which can be extended to family members and domestic staff.

Average prices for commercial property for sale in the UAE

Prices vary considerably across emirates and property types. The general country average sits at AED 4,610,000. Current average asking prices are as follows:

The difference between mainland and free zone commercial real estate

Where you choose to set up your business determines how you operate and who you can trade with.

Mainland companies are regulated by the Department of Economic Development (DED). A mainland licence allows you to trade freely anywhere in the UAE and internationally, bid for government contracts, and open physical locations across the country. Full foreign ownership is now permitted in many sectors, though mainland setup typically requires a physical office lease and involves multiple regulatory approvals.

Free zone companies are regulated by independent zone authorities such as DIFC, JAFZA, or Meydan Free Zone. These jurisdictions offer 100% foreign ownership by default, zero customs duties, and full profit repatriation. Free zone businesses are generally limited to trading within their specific zone or internationally, but benefit from faster setup timelines, flexible office options, and streamlined visa and banking processes.

What to know before buying commercial property in the UAE

Foreign ownership of commercial real estate in the UAE is permitted in designated freehold zones, such as Business Bay, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, and DIFC in Dubai, and Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Outside these areas, ownership is typically restricted to UAE or GCC nationals, or available through long-term leasehold arrangements.

Trade licensing and zoning are important considerations for buyers. Purchasing a commercial property as an investor does not require a trade licence, but operating a business from the premises does. Your business activity must also align with the property's zoning classification to avoid penalties.

Taxes and fees to account for include 5% VAT on both the sale and leasing of commercial property, a 4% property transfer fee in Dubai, a 2% agency commission, and trustee or administrative fees typically ranging from AED 4,000 to AED 10,000.

FAQs about commercial real estate in the UAE

Can foreigners buy commercial property in the UAE? 

Yes. Foreign nationals can purchase commercial real estate with full freehold ownership rights in designated freehold areas. In Dubai, these include Business Bay, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, and the Dubai International Financial Centre. Outside these zones, ownership is generally restricted to UAE or GCC nationals or offered through long-term leasehold arrangements.

What is the minimum investment for a UAE residency visa through commercial property? 

A minimum investment of AED 2,000,000 in a completed commercial property qualifies buyers for a 10-year Golden Visa, covering the investor, family members, and domestic staff. A completed investment of at least AED 750,000 qualifies for a 2-year renewable investor visa.

What is the difference between setting up a business in the mainland vs. a free zone? 

A free zone company offers 100% foreign ownership, no personal income tax, and a faster digital setup process, but trading is generally limited to within the zone or internationally. A mainland company is licensed by the DED and allows you to trade freely across the UAE, bid on government contracts, and open physical premises anywhere in the country. Mainland setups involve more regulatory steps and require a physical office lease.

Do I need a trade licence to buy commercial property in the UAE? 

Not if you are purchasing purely as an investor. However, if you plan to operate a business from the property, a valid trade licence from the relevant authority is legally required. Your business activities must also match the property's designated zoning.

Is VAT applicable on commercial property sales and leases? Yes. A standard 5% VAT applies to both the sale and leasing of commercial properties in the UAE. This differs from residential property transactions, which are typically VAT-exempt.

What are the typical closing costs when buying commercial real estate? 

Buyers should budget around 7% of the purchase price for closing costs. This generally covers the 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee, a 2% agency commission, and administrative or trustee fees of between AED 4,000 and AED 10,000. The 5% VAT on the transaction should also be factored in separately.

Can non-residents get a commercial mortgage in the UAE? Yes, though banks typically require a down payment of at least 35% to 40% of the property value. Financing is generally capped at 60% of the value. Lenders will ask for documentation, including a clean credit report, two years of audited financial statements, and a trade licence if purchasing through a business entity.

What is the difference between a shell-and-core and a fitted office? 

A shell-and-core unit delivers only the basic structure and utility connections, leaving flooring, ceilings, and interiors to the buyer. This gives full flexibility to customise the space. A fitted office already includes these elements and is generally ready for immediate use, reducing both time and upfront fit-out costs.