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Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Dubai

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  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Pool View - Higher Floor | Premium Quality

    Dream Oshan Properties logo image

    Azizi Riviera 21, Azizi Riviera, Meydan One, Meydan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    312 sqft

    Listed 3 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Karama Park Area - Al Karama - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Karama Park Area - Al Karama - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Karama Park Area - Al Karama - Dubai
    8

    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Studio Apartment in Al Karama, Dubai

    BAIT AL SAHER PROPERTIES logo image

    Karama Park Area, Al Karama, Dubai

    studio

    1

    227 sqft

    Listed 5 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Pantheon Elysee - District 13 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Pantheon Elysee - District 13 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Pantheon Elysee - District 13 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    FULLY FURNISHED || BEST RENT || VACANT

    SHARK REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Pantheon Elysee, District 13, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    studio

    1

    402 sqft

    Listed 6 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lincoln Park B - Lincoln Park - Arjan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lincoln Park B - Lincoln Park - Arjan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lincoln Park B - Lincoln Park - Arjan - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    LOWEST RENT || CHILLER FREE || COZY STUDIO

    SHARK REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Lincoln Park B, Lincoln Park, Arjan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    443 sqft

    Listed 6 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Wadi Al Safa 3 - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Wadi Al Safa 3 - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Wadi Al Safa 3 - Dubai
    17

    Apartment

    38,000 yearly

    AMAZINGLY AVAILABLE UNFURNISHED STUDIO APARTMENT

    Fair Deal Real Estate Brokers logo image

    Wadi Al Safa 3, Dubai

    studio

    1

    452 sqft

    Listed 7 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    30,000 yearly

    Fully Furnished Studio for in France cluster

    Mustafa Al Ansari Real Estate Broker logo image

    Building P03, France Cluster, International City, Dubai

    studio

    1

    484 sqft

    Muhammad Usman

    Listed 8 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    33,000 yearly

    Furnished Studio For Rent in France Cluster

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    Fairy Homes Real Estate logo image

    Building P03, France Cluster, International City, Dubai

    studio

    1

    484 sqft

    Listed 8 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Royal JVC Building - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Royal JVC Building - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Royal JVC Building - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Vacant || Spacious | With Balcony | Best Location

    TITANIUM REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Royal JVC Building, District 10, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    studio

    1

    431 sqft

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Building P03 - France Cluster - International City - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    31,000 yearly

    Fully Furnished Studio Available for Rent

    Al Amman Properties logo image

    Building P03, France Cluster, International City, Dubai

    studio

    1

    484 sqft

    Zeeshan Ahmad

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 47 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 47 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 47 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    17

    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Ready to Move | Pool View | Fully Furnished

    Premium

    House Finder Real Estate LLC logo image

    Azizi Riviera 47, Azizi Riviera, Meydan One, Meydan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    303 sqft

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Baraha - Deira - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Baraha - Deira - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Baraha - Deira - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    26,000 yearly

    STUDIO NEAR AL MAYA SUPERMARKET - AL BARAHA

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    Al Showaib Real Estate logo image

    Al Baraha, Deira, Dubai

    studio

    1

    165 sqft

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Orchidea Residence - District 13 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Orchidea Residence - District 13 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Orchidea Residence - District 13 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Ready To Move | Well maintained Renovated| Studio

    Real Homes Real Estate logo image

    Orchidea Residence, District 13, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    studio

    1

    368 sqft

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Rose Palace - Arjan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Rose Palace - Arjan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Rose Palace - Arjan - Dubai
    9

    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Bright and Spacious | Well Maintained | Vacant

    Driven Properties logo image

    Rose Palace, Arjan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    418 sqft

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Hanover Square - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Hanover Square - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Hanover Square - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
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    Apartment

    36,000 yearly

    Studio Apartment With Pool View Ready to move in

    Live Dubai International Real Estate Brokers logo image

    Hanover Square, District 10, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    studio

    1

    395 sqft

    Hassan Lakhani

    Listed 9 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Celestia B - Celestia - Residential District - Dubai South (Dubai World Central) - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Celestia B - Celestia - Residential District - Dubai South (Dubai World Central) - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Celestia B - Celestia - Residential District - Dubai South (Dubai World Central) - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Fully Furnished | Great Community| Ready to Move

    Premium

    AKORD REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Celestia B, Celestia, Residential District, Dubai South (Dubai World Central), Dubai

    studio

    1

    443 sqft

    Listed 10 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Viridis B - Viridis Residence and Hotel Apartments - Damac Hills 2 - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Viridis B - Viridis Residence and Hotel Apartments - Damac Hills 2 - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Viridis B - Viridis Residence and Hotel Apartments - Damac Hills 2 - Dubai
    13

    Apartment

    34,900 yearly

    Fully furnished Studio | Great floor | Bright unit

    Premium

    AKORD REAL ESTATE L.L.C logo image

    Viridis B, Viridis Residence and Hotel Apartments, Damac Hills 2, Dubai

    studio

    1

    427 sqft

    Listed 10 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Time 1 - Dubai Land Residence Complex - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Time 1 - Dubai Land Residence Complex - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Time 1 - Dubai Land Residence Complex - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    WELL MAINTAINED | VACANT | FULLY EQUIPPED | 4 CHQ

    D&B Properties logo image

    Time 1, Dubai Land Residence Complex, Dubai

    studio

    1

    333 sqft

    Milos Stajcic

    Listed 10 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Best Offer Price - All Amenities - Fully Furnished

    Dream Oshan Properties logo image

    Azizi Riviera 21, Azizi Riviera, Meydan One, Meydan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    312 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Riviera 21 - Azizi Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Higher Floor * Best Furnished * In Multiple Cheque

    Dream Oshan Properties logo image

    Azizi Riviera 21, Azizi Riviera, Meydan One, Meydan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    312 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lakeside Tower C - Lakeside Residence - Dubai Production City (IMPZ) - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lakeside Tower C - Lakeside Residence - Dubai Production City (IMPZ) - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lakeside Tower C - Lakeside Residence - Dubai Production City (IMPZ) - Dubai
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    Apartment

    30,000 yearly

    Studio with parking l vacant l 12 CHQS

    Enara Properties logo image

    Lakeside Tower C, Lakeside Residence, Dubai Production City (IMPZ), Dubai

    studio

    1

    362 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Elite Sports Residence 2 - Elite Sports Residence - Dubai Sports City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Elite Sports Residence 2 - Elite Sports Residence - Dubai Sports City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Elite Sports Residence 2 - Elite Sports Residence - Dubai Sports City - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Furnished l Higher Floor l Golf View | Call Now

    Alarfeen Real Estate logo image

    Elite Sports Residence 2, Elite Sports Residence, Dubai Sports City, Dubai

    studio

    1

    456 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Elite Sports Residence 8 - Elite Sports Residence - Dubai Sports City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Elite Sports Residence 8 - Elite Sports Residence - Dubai Sports City - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Elite Sports Residence 8 - Elite Sports Residence - Dubai Sports City - Dubai
    8

    Apartment

    36,000 yearly

    Balcony | Vacant | READY TO MOVE

    Enara Properties logo image

    Elite Sports Residence 8, Elite Sports Residence, Dubai Sports City, Dubai

    studio

    1

    503 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lakeside Tower B - Lakeside Residence - Dubai Production City (IMPZ) - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lakeside Tower B - Lakeside Residence - Dubai Production City (IMPZ) - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Lakeside Tower B - Lakeside Residence - Dubai Production City (IMPZ) - Dubai
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    Apartment

    32,900 yearly

    Lakeside Tower B | Studio | Multiple options

    Starwood Properties logo image

    Lakeside Tower B, Lakeside Residence, Dubai Production City (IMPZ), Dubai

    studio

    1

    369 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in May Residence 2 - May Residence - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in May Residence 2 - May Residence - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in May Residence 2 - May Residence - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Big Layout| Affordable Studio | Great Location

    H M L HOMES REAL ESTATE BROKER L.L.C logo image

    May Residence 2, May Residence, District 10, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    studio

    1

    464 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Plaza - Al Furjan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Plaza - Al Furjan - Dubai
    Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Azizi Plaza - Al Furjan - Dubai
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    Apartment

    40,000 yearly

    Furnished Studio | Azizi Plaza | Balcony & City Vi

    TERRATAG OASIS PROPERTIES L.L.C logo image

    Azizi Plaza, Al Furjan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    431 sqft

    Listed 12 hours ago

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Your guide to finding the cheapest studio for rent in Dubai

Dubai has a reputation for luxury, but finding an affordable place to live here is more realistic than most people think. There’s a solid range of cheap studio apartments for rent in Dubai, giving budget-conscious renters a practical way to enjoy the city without stretching their finances thin.

The people renting these units are a mixed group. Young professionals choose them to stay close to work and social life. Students gravitate toward them for the convenience near universities. The atmosphere you get depends heavily on which neighborhood you pick. Older central districts are busy, walkable, and full of character. Suburban communities are quieter, with more green space and room to breathe.

On the practical side, many newer affordable developments include energy-efficient appliances and water-saving fixtures, which keeps utility bills lower. Most of these communities are also located near metro stations and major bus routes, so getting around the city is straightforward.

Average price and size of a cheap studio for rent in Dubai

Studios in Dubai's more affordable areas range from around AED 25,000 to AED 48,000 per year. Sizes typically fall between 200 sq ft on the compact end and 550 sq ft for more generous layouts.

Location plays a big role in what you get for your money. Studios in Deira's Al Baraha and Naif areas, measuring 275 to 310 sq ft, rent for roughly AED 28,000 to AED 32,000 a year. A compact studio for rent in Bur Dubai's Al Souk Al Kabeer, measuring 200 sq ft can cost AED 35,000 annually. Out in International City, you get significantly more space, with units in the England and Emirates Clusters often reaching 440 to 484 sq ft at AED 36,000 to AED 38,000 per year.

The pattern is clear: if floor space is a priority, you will need to move further from the historic centre. If a short commute matters more, the older central districts deliver on that, but the units are smaller.

Top areas for cheap studio apartments in Dubai

Al Qusais

Al Qusais sits near the Sharjah border and has average annual rents of around AED 25,000, making it a prime location for finding the cheapest studio for rent in Dubai. It works particularly well for people who commute between the two emirates regularly. The area is split into residential and industrial zones and has solid metro coverage, so daily travel is manageable without a car.

International City

At an average of AED 27,297 per year, International City is one of the most popular destinations for finding the cheapest studio for rent in Dubai. The community is built around clusters themed after different countries, including England, Greece, Morocco, and Spain. A studio for rent in International City tends to be spacious, with some in the Greece and Morocco clusters offering balconies and floor plans close to 500 sq ft. Dragon Mart is right on the doorstep, which is genuinely useful for discounted shopping and day-to-day errands.

Deira

Deira is Old Dubai's commercial core, and an average studio for rent in Deira sits at around AED 38,000 a year. Sub-areas like Al Muraqqabat, Naif, and Abu Hail have older buildings that trade modern finishes for strong cultural character and walkable access to everything you need. Parking can be a real challenge given how dense the area is, but the metro network is extensive enough that many residents do not need a car at all.

Discovery Gardens

A studio for rent in Discovery Gardens averages around AED 52,000 annually and offers a noticeably different pace of life. The community is arranged in six nature-themed clusters with plenty of greenery, which makes it a popular choice for people who want distance from the bustle of the central districts. It has its own metro station, which keeps the community connected without sacrificing the quieter residential feel.

Location and transport

Getting around from the affordable areas in Dubai is straightforward. Deira and Bur Dubai are directly served by the Red and Green metro lines, giving residents fast access to major business districts, including Downtown Dubai and DIFC.

Communities further south, like Dubai South and Dubai Investments Park, sit close to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Expo Road. These routes are especially useful for people working in logistics or those who travel frequently through Al Maktoum International Airport.

Tips for keeping costs down

A few practical points that experienced renters in these areas tend to flag:

Look for chiller-free buildings. In communities like Dubai Silicon Oasis, air conditioning costs are covered by the landlord rather than passed to the tenant. This can make a real difference to monthly bills.

Use public transport. The metro is fast, affordable, and covers most of the key residential and business areas. Avoiding car ownership or usage cuts both fuel and parking costs significantly.

Shop at wholesale and discount centres. Dragon Mart in International City is a favourite among budget-conscious residents for everything from furniture to groceries.

Pros and cons of renting a cheap studio in Dubai

Pros

  • Significant cost savings leave more room in the budget for daily expenses, savings, or other priorities
  • Furnished units with eco-friendly appliances make moving in fast and low-cost
  • Strong availability in established areas with good transport links, affordable dining, and plenty of retail options

Cons

  • Older buildings in central districts usually lack on-site pools, gyms, or children's play areas
  • Busy central neighborhoods can be noisy, and street parking is often difficult to find
  • More spacious suburban units typically come with a longer daily commute to the city centre

FAQs

Which areas have the cheapest studios for rent in Dubai? 

Al Qusais, International City, and Deira are consistently among the most affordable options in the market.

Are utility bills included in a cheap studio for rent in Dubai?

Not usually, but looking for chiller-free buildings, particularly in Dubai Silicon Oasis, can remove air conditioning costs from your monthly expenses.

How do I choose between a central district and a suburban community? Central areas like Deira give you a short metro commute and immediate access to amenities, but units tend to be older and smaller. Suburban communities offer more space and greenery but usually mean a longer journey into the city.

How do I keep living costs low after securing a cheap studio for rent in Dubai? 

Residents recommend using the metro over driving, eating at local restaurants, and doing large shopping runs at discount centres like Dragon Mart.