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  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Noura Tower - Al Habtoor City - Business Bay - Dubai
    26

    Apartment

    180,000 AED/year

    Fully furnished 2BR | Noora Tower, Al Habtoor City

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    Noura Tower, Al Habtoor City, Business Bay, Dubai

    2

    3

    1,367 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Executive Tower K - Executive Towers - Business Bay - Dubai
    9

    Apartment

    110,000 AED/year

    Semi Furnished 1 Bedroom - Pool View - Vacant Now

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    Executive Tower K, Executive Towers, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    1,275 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Trillionaire Residences - Business Bay - Dubai
    11

    Apartment

    130,000 AED/year

    SMART HOME | PRIME LOCATION | BRAND NEW APT

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    Trillionaire Residences, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    1,240 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Amna - Al Habtoor City - Business Bay - Dubai
    12

    Apartment

    129,900 AED/year

    Luxury 1b | Furnished | Bills Included

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    Amna, Al Habtoor City, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    872 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Tower A - DAMAC Towers by Paramount - Business Bay - Dubai
    19

    Apartment

    175,000 AED/year

    High Floor | Canal View | Fully Furnished

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    Tower A, DAMAC Towers by Paramount, Business Bay, Dubai

    2

    3

    1,387 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Avarra by Palace
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q2 2031
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    Avarra by Palace

    Avarra by Palace, Business Bay, Dubai

    1 - 6 Beds

    Launch price:

    2,839,888 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/80/10
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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in The Paragon by IGO - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    100,000 AED/year

    Brand New |Furnished 1Bhk & Balcony| Burj View

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    The Paragon by IGO, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    635 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Scala Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    16

    Apartment

    125,000 AED/year

    Newly Renovated| Huge Layout| Canal View

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    Scala Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    1,001 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Peninsula Three - Peninsula - Business Bay - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    115,000 AED/year

    MId Floor | Ready to Move | Prime Location

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    Peninsula Three, Peninsula, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    677 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Merano Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    23

    Apartment

    180,000 AED/year

    Fully Furnished | Canal View | Modern Design

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    Merano Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    1,050 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Mama Shelter Residences - Business Bay - Dubai
    25

    Apartment

    99,950 AED/year

    Fully Furnished | Luxury Amenities |Prime Location

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    Mama Shelter Residences, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    614 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Tiger Sky Tower
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q4 2028
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    Tiger Sky Tower

    Tiger Sky Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1 - 7 Beds
    Construction progress:7%

    Launch price:

    2,677,180 AED

    Payment Plan: 20/40/10/30
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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Peninsula Three - Peninsula - Business Bay - Dubai
    27

    Apartment

    129,995 AED/year

    World Class Amenities |Top Floor | Full Canal View

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    Peninsula Three, Peninsula, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    645 sqft

    • Browse flats for rent in Business Bay, one of Dubai’s most iconic neighbourhoods where work and play intersect. Daily rental prices start at 350 AED, averaging around 710 AED. Weekly rates begin at 2,100 AED, with an average of 6,000 AED. Monthly rents start from 6,400 AED, typically reaching 18,000 AED. Yearly prices begin at 58,000 AED, with an average of 164,000 AED. This will get you an average of about 860 sqft, with options ranging from 410 to 1,500 sqft. Located next to Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, and DIFC, Business Bay offers residents proximity to the city’s most vibrant areas. The neighbourhood is known for its stunning skyscrapers, Dubai Canal views, and a wide range of dining, entertainment, and nightlife options. Most flats come with balconies, built-in wardrobes, central air conditioning, kitchen appliances, walk-in closets, studies, landmark or water views, and are Vastu compliant. Shared amenities typically include gyms, pools, spas, children’s play areas and pools, barbecue areas, concierge services, covered parking, building lobbies, security, and pet-friendly policies.
  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Atria Residences - The Atria - Business Bay - Dubai
    9

    Apartment

    114,995 AED/year

    Prime Location| Modern Layout | Business Bay

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    Atria Residences, The Atria, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    803 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in DAMAC Maison The Vogue - Business Bay - Dubai
    15

    Apartment

    70,000 AED/year

    Furnished Studio | Canal View | The Vogue

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    DAMAC Maison The Vogue, Business Bay, Dubai

    studio

    1

    517 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in The Bay Residence - Business Bay - Dubai
    23

    Apartment

    150,000 AED/year

    Corner Unit | Prime Location | Spacious

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    The Bay Residence, Business Bay, Dubai

    2

    3

    1,147 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in SOL Avenue - Business Bay - Dubai
    14

    Apartment

    102,999 AED/year

    Spacious 1BR |Burj / Community View | View Today

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    SOL Avenue, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    775 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Vela Dorchester Collection
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q4 2027
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    Vela Dorchester Collection

    The Vela Dorchester Collection, Business Bay, Dubai

    3 - 5 Beds
    Construction progress:19%

    Launch price:

    43,330,140 AED

    Payment Plan: 5/55/40
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  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Peninsula One - Peninsula - Business Bay - Dubai
    8

    Apartment

    77,000 AED/year

    Canal View | Unfurnished | Mid Floor

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    Peninsula One, Peninsula, Business Bay, Dubai

    studio

    1

    420 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences - Business Bay - Dubai
    17

    Apartment

    170,000 AED/year

    Frame and Creek View | Luxury Duplex | Available

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    SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    1,172 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in DAMAC Majestine - Business Bay - Dubai
    11

    Apartment

    105,000 AED/year

    Biggest Layout | Damac Furnished | Canal View

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    DAMAC Majestine, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    1,033 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in The Pad - Business Bay - Dubai
    16

    Apartment

    119,990 AED/year

    Bright + Spacious 1BR | Prime Location

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    The Pad, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    663 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Merano Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    165,000 AED/year

    Spacious 2BR | High Floor | Vacant Ready to Move

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    Merano Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    2

    2

    1,375 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    One River Point
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q2 2027
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    One River Point

    One River Point, Business Bay, Dubai

    Studio, 1 - 4 Beds
    Construction progress:12%

    Launch price:

    2,976,828 AED

    Payment Plan: 20/50/30
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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Zada Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    19

    Apartment

    195,000 AED/year

    Exclusive | Panoramic View | Accessible

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    Zada Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    472 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms for rent in Peninsula One - Peninsula - Business Bay - Dubai
    17

    Apartment

    230,000 AED/year

    Brand New | 2 Bedroom + Maid | Canal View

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    Peninsula One, Peninsula, Business Bay, Dubai

    2

    4

    1,257 sqft

  • Apartment - 3 Bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms for rent in Meera - Al Habtoor City - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    230,000 AED/year

    Spacious 3BR + Maid | Canal View | Vacant

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    Meera, Al Habtoor City, Business Bay, Dubai

    3

    4

    1,964 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Mayfair Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    85,000 AED/year

    Canal Views I Fully Furnished | Ready To Move In

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    Mayfair Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    576 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Millennium Atria Business Bay - The Atria - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    85,000 AED/year

    Luxury Studio Bills and 12 Cheque Option

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    Millennium Atria Business Bay, The Atria, Business Bay, Dubai

    studio

    1

    616 sqft

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Average prices for Apartments for rent in Business Bay

CommunityAverage price (AED/year)
Damac Towers136,308
Tiara West Tower120,576
Tiara East Tower118,108
Aykon City Tower C94,153
Damac Maison Prive B87,315
Reva Residences84,797
Merano Tower81,188
Zada Tower80,841
Elite Business Bay Residence79,158
Westburry Tower 253,697

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Your Guide to Business Bay Apartments for Rent

Business Bay stands out as one of Dubai's premier neighborhoods, packed with sleek high-rises that dominate the city's skyline. This Central Business Hub brings together luxury residential towers and commercial spaces, creating a unique mix of work and upscale living centered around the stunning Dubai Canal.

The district sits right next to Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and Sheikh Zayed Road, making it perfect for working professionals. If you work in the area or nearby financial districts, you'll appreciate the solid work-life balance here. Business Bay apartments for rent consistently draw strong interest from tenants across Dubai.

Yes, it's on the pricier side compared to other Dubai communities, but you're paying for that coveted proximity to Downtown Dubai. You get a lively, active environment with great walkability, especially along the 3.2 km Dubai Water Canal promenade, ideal for morning jogs or evening bike rides.

Average Prices & Sizes of Apartments for Rent in Business Bay

Most properties here are high-rise flats for rent in Business Bay, ranging from compact studios all the way up to spacious 4-bedroom units. You'll also find duplexes, penthouses, and hotel apartments mixed in.

Looking at recent rental transactions from the Dubai Land Department (December 2025/2026 contract dates), pricing varies quite a bit depending on which tower you're in, the size of the unit, and whether it's a new or renewed contract.

Studio Apartments

Studios here show a pretty wide price range based on the building and how luxurious it is. For example, a renewed contract for a 435.83 sq ft studio in Executive Bay B went for AED 58,000 per year. Meanwhile, a new contract for a 530.23 sq ft studio in the ultra-luxe Trillionaire Residences? That hit AED 95,000 annually. The takeaway: it pays to compare newer, high-end projects against older, established buildings to find something that fits your budget and lifestyle.

1-Bedroom Apartments

One-bedroom units give you more breathing room, typically between 800 and 1,100 sq ft. A recently leased 859.17 sq ft 1-bedroom in Mayfair Residency went for AED 80,000. If you want something more premium, a new 829.14 sq ft 1-bedroom in Nobles Tower costs AED 132,000.

2-Bedroom Apartments

Two-bedroom apartments usually offer over 1,200 sq ft of space. Tenants recently locked in a new 1,270.03 sq ft 2-bedroom in Churchill Residency Tower for AED 120,000. Want more luxury? A new 1,398.23 sq ft 2-bedroom in Damac Maison Prive B was leased at AED 170,000.

3-Bedroom Apartments

The bigger family-sized units have the widest price spread. A renewed 1,980.02 sq ft 3-bedroom in The 9 Tower came in at AED 143,502. On the high end, a massive 3,789.97 sq ft 3-bedroom in Kempinski Residences (renewed contract) reached AED 368,500 per year.

Best Locations with Flats for Rent in Business Bay

While Business Bay is one large community, your choice often comes down to specific towers—they vary in quality, how close they are to the metro, and what amenities they offer. People frequently search for flats in buildings like Aykon City, Executive Towers, Peninsula, and DAMAC Towers by Paramount.

Other hot options where you'll find plenty of apartments for rent in Business Bay include SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Paramount Tower Hotel & Residences, Trillionaire Residences, and the various Peninsula towers (One, Three, Four, and Five).

When picking a building, most renters focus on chiller-free apartments, brand new properties, and move-in ready units. Top amenities on everyone's wish list: shared pool and gym access, balconies, water views, and maid's rooms.

What to Consider When You Rent an Apartment in Business Bay

A few key factors should guide your decision based on how the market's behaving right now:

Proximity to Public Transport: High demand for apartments near the metro tells us that easy access matters—especially for working professionals using the Dubai Metro's Red Line.

Property Age vs. Price: There's a big gap between what older renewals cost (like that AED 58,000 studio in Executive Bay B) versus new, upscale projects (the AED 95,000 studio in Trillionaire Residences). New luxury builds command premium prices, so you'll need to balance your desire for modern finishes with your budget.

Operational Costs: Watch out for additional charges. Some residents mention high AC utility bills, particularly with providers like ISTA. Finding a "chiller-free" apartment can save you a decent chunk of money each year.

Nearby Amenities & Lifestyle

Business Bay delivers a vibrant, convenient lifestyle with everything close by.

Shopping, Dining, and Leisure: Bay Avenue Mall serves as the main retail spot, while Bay Square (a mixed-use complex) offers waterfront promenades, shops, and restaurants. You'll find excellent dining options like Fi'lia, Carna, and The MAINE Land Brasserie Restaurant. Dubai Mall is just ten minutes away when you need major shopping or entertainment.

Health and Education: For medical care, there's Emirates Hospitals Clinics at Bay Avenue and Aster Clinic in Executive Towers. Families have access to nurseries like Numu Nursery Business Bay and Maple Bear Nursery Business Bay. Older kids typically attend schools in nearby areas—Jumeirah English Speaking School in Al Safa and Hartland International School in Sobha Hartland are popular choices.

Daily Conveniences: You won't struggle to find what you need with multiple supermarkets, several running 24/7. Options include West Zone Fresh Supermarket, Al Maya Supermarket, Better 1 Mart Supermarket, and New Safestway Supermarket. Spinneys is also in Executive Towers.

Location & Transportation

Business Bay sits along the Dubai Water Canal, right next to Downtown Dubai. You get quick connectivity through major roads like Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44).

Public Transit Access: The Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line makes commuting straightforward. The Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station is less than ten minutes away. RTA Bus routes F19A, F19B, F41, F14, and F20 run through the area regularly.

Key Commute Times:

  • Downtown Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Burj Khalifa: About 10-11 minutes
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB): Around 16 minutes
  • Al Quoz: 15 minutes

Pros & Cons of Renting an Apartment in Business Bay

Choosing Business Bay means you're prioritizing central location and modern high-rise living.

Pros

  • Unbeatable location next to Downtown Dubai and DIFC
  • Strong transportation links, including Business Bay Metro and easy Sheikh Zayed Road access
  • Lively, luxurious lifestyle with tons of fine dining, leisure spots, and nightlife
  • Many properties have gorgeous views of Dubai Canal and the skyline
  • Very walkable, especially around the Dubai Canal promenade

Cons

  • Generally pricier than many other Dubai residential areas due to central location and upscale character
  • No direct beach access—nearest options are Jumeirah Public Beach (14 minutes) and Kite Beach (19 minutes)
  • Some residents report high AC bills, particularly with ISTA as the provider
  • Central, busy nature means more noise and activity, especially with the density of commercial properties and nightlife
  • Certain buildings face management issues or restrictive rules because of heavy short-term rental usage

FAQs About Business Bay Apartments for Rent

Is Business Bay affordable or expensive for rentals?

Business Bay falls into the mid-to-high-end price range. It's more expensive than communities like JVC or International City but offers premium location and amenities that justify the cost for many renters.

Can I find furnished apartments for rent in Business Bay?

Yes, both furnished and unfurnished options are available. Furnished units are common, especially in buildings that cater to short-term stays and business travelers, though unfurnished apartments are equally popular for long-term residents.

Are pets allowed in Business Bay apartments?

Pet policies vary by building. Some towers welcome pets, while others have restrictions. Always check with the landlord or building management before signing a lease if you have pets.

How's the commute from Business Bay to major business areas?

Very convenient. You're already in a business hub, with quick access to DIFC and Downtown Dubai. The metro makes it easy to reach other parts of the city without dealing with traffic.

What's parking like for residents?

Most buildings include at least one parking space with the apartment, and some larger units come with two. Additional parking can sometimes be arranged for a fee, though availability varies by building.