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  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Ansam - Yas Island - Abu Dhabi
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    Apartment

    190,000 AED/year

    2BR Cozy Furnished Apartment in Ansam Yas Island

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    Ansam, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    3

    1,488 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Marina Heights 2 - Marina Square - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    9

    Apartment

    84,989 AED/year

    Spacious 1BR| Balcony| Wardrobe| Vacant

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    Marina Heights 2, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    915 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms for rent in RDK Towers - Najmat Abu Dhabi - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    18

    Apartment

    205,000 AED/year

    Lavish 2BHK + Maid | Sea View | Balcony | Upgraded

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    RDK Towers, Najmat Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    4

    1,881 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Marina Heights 2 - Marina Square - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    10

    Apartment

    88,998 AED/year

    Fully Furnished| Ready to Move| Vacant

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    Marina Heights 2, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    915 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Radiant Square - City Of Lights - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    9

    Apartment

    99,999 AED/year

    Ready To Move | 1 Bedroom | Canal View | For Rent

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    Radiant Square, City Of Lights, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

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    2

    820 sqft

  • Balghaiylam
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q2 2026

    Balghaiylam

    Balghaiylam Aldar, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

    3 - 6 Beds
    Launch price:20M AED
  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Oceanscape - Shams Abu Dhabi - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    19

    Apartment

    84,989 AED/year

    Partial Sea View| Wardrobe| Balcony| Vacant

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    Oceanscape, Shams Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    1,086 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Ocean Terrace - Marina Square - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    9

    Apartment

    92,000 AED/year

    Vacant | Semi Furnished | Full Sea View | 1 BR

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    Ocean Terrace, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    904 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Radiant Square - City Of Lights - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    7

    Apartment

    79,998 AED/year

    Ready to Move| Pool View| Vacant

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    Radiant Square, City Of Lights, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    546 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Radiant Square - City Of Lights - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    10

    Apartment

    124,989 AED/year

    Sea View| Ready to Move| equipped Kitchen| Vacant

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    Radiant Square, City Of Lights, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    3

    844 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Ocean Terrace - Marina Square - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    18

    Apartment

    79,998 AED/year

    High Floor| Prime Location| Wardrobe| Vacant

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    Ocean Terrace, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    914 sqft

  • Brabus Island
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2029

    Brabus Island

    Brabus Island, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi

    2 - 4 Beds
    Launch price:2.9M AED
    5 Payment Plans
  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Marina Bay - City Of Lights - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    13

    Apartment

    84,998 AED/year

    Sea and Pool View| Wardrobes| Laundry| Vacant

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    Marina Bay, City Of Lights, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    1

    822 sqft

    • Find properties for rent in Abu Dhabi with an average size of about 1,500 sqft, ranging up to 5,800 sqft. Rental prices vary by term, with average rates of 350 AED per day, 8,700 AED per week, 7,400 AED per month, and 171,000 AED per year. Most properties include balconies, built-in wardrobes, central air conditioning, kitchen appliances, studies, walk-in closets, and views of landmarks or water. Many also offer private amenities such as gardens, gyms, pools, jacuzzis, and pet-friendly options. Shared facilities often include gyms, pools, spas, children’s play areas and pools, concierge services, covered parking, security, maid service and rooms, lobbies in buildings, and barbecue areas.
  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Oceanscape - Shams Abu Dhabi - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    14

    Apartment

    85,000 AED/year

    Elegant 1 BR with Balcony | Amazing View

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    Oceanscape, Shams Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    1,100 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Canal Residence - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    15

    Apartment

    125,000 AED/year

    Marvelous Designed 1 BR with Balcony | Parking

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    Canal Residence, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    870 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Shining Towers - Al Khalidiya - Abu Dhabi
    12

    Apartment

    85,000 AED/year

    Elegant Designed 1 BR with Amenities | Parking

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    Shining Towers, Al Khalidiya, Abu Dhabi

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    2

    930 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Hydra Avenue Towers - City Of Lights - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    19

    Apartment

    59,997 AED/year

    Fully Furnished| Modern Lifestyle| Vacant

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    Hydra Avenue Towers, City Of Lights, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    studio

    1

    570 sqft

  • Saadiyat Lagoons Phase 2 By Aldar
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2026

    Saadiyat Lagoons Phase 2 By Aldar

    Saadiyat Lagoons Phase 2, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

    4 - 6 Beds
    Launch price:8M AED
    Payment Plan: 10/50/40
  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Soho Square - Saadiyat Island - Abu Dhabi
    14

    Apartment

    95,000 AED/year

    Vacant | High Floor | Open View

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    Soho Square, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    853 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Hydra Avenue Towers - City Of Lights - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    19

    Apartment

    59,998 AED/year

    Full Sea View| Fully Furnished| Vacant

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    Hydra Avenue Towers, City Of Lights, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    studio

    1

    424 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Sky Tower - Shams Abu Dhabi - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    9

    Apartment

    129,900 AED/year

    Sea View | High Floor | Ready To Move

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    Sky Tower, Shams Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    3

    1,338 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Marina Blue Tower - Marina Square - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    10

    Apartment

    90,000 AED/year

    1 BR Apartment in Marina Blue Tower

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    Marina Blue Tower, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    900 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms for rent in The Gate Tower 1 - Shams Abu Dhabi - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    11

    Apartment

    125,000 AED/year

    Spacious 2 BR plus maid Apartment in Gate Tower 1

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    The Gate Tower 1, Shams Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    4

    1,277 sqft

  • Mangrove Village By Al Ain Holding
    Ready
    Delivery Date: Q2 2024

    Mangrove Village By Al Ain Holding

    Mangrove Village, Abu Dhabi Gate City, Abu Dhabi

    4 - 5 Beds
    Launch price:3.5M AED
  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in The Gate Tower 2 - Shams Abu Dhabi - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
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    Apartment

    120,000 AED/year

    Available 2 BR Apartment at The Gate Tower 2

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    The Gate Tower 2, Shams Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    3

    1,100 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Waters Edge - Yas Island - Abu Dhabi
    9

    Apartment

    85,000 AED/year

    ◆Vibrant Community ◆ High Floor ◆ Ideal Amenities

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    Waters Edge, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    1

    699 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Tala Tower - Marina Square - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    14

    Apartment

    135,000 AED/year

    Upcoming| Elegant 2BR|Best Facilities| Prime Area

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    Tala Tower, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    2

    3

    1,507 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Canal Residence - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    13

    Apartment

    125,000 AED/year

    Balcony | 1 BR | Canal View | reem Island |

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    Canal Residence, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    987 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Canal Residence - Al Reem Island - Abu Dhabi
    13

    Apartment

    121,000 AED/year

    1 BR | canal View | Classy | Reem Island |

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    Canal Residence, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

    1

    2

    985 sqft

  • Solea by Taraf
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2028

    Solea by Taraf

    Solea By Taraf Properties, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

    1 - 4 Beds
    Launch price:1.8M AED
    Payment Plan: 40/60
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      Abu Dhabi Properties for Rent

      The capital of the UAE has a lot to offer in terms of lifestyle. It gained a reputation for being calmer and more family-friendly than its neighbor, Dubai. Add to that an abundance of excellent amenities such as massive malls, entertainment spots, international schools, and elegant residential areas, and you’ll see why many people are drawn to Abu Dhabi.

      As an island city, it also features fantastic water views, which you can enjoy from the comfort of your home within many of its popular communities. For these reasons, opting for a house to rent in Abu Dhabi would be a good idea.

      You can look at apartments for rent in Abu Dhabi in the heart of the city, such as the ones on Corniche Road or around it. That way you can enjoy going to the beach very easily whenever you want, and all the essentials you need would be within reach.

      Corniche is a beautiful stretch of beach with everything you could possibly need to break the routine of your daily life. From jumping into the water for a quick swim to renting a bike and exploring the parks or discovering the restaurants and cafes there, it’s the perfect escape. Ultimately, a house for rent near the Abu Dhabi Corniche supports peaceful living.

      Properties for rent in Abu Dhabi along the Corniche are some of the most popular for the capital's residents. Residential towers such as Etihad Towers, Burj Mohamed Bin Rashed at WTC, Nation Towers, and Wave Tower are some of the buildings you can check out for a great apartment with killer views. It's worth noting that Abu Dhabi house rent prices vary depending on the neighborhood.

      These towers offer a range of spacious 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom apartments for you to choose the perfect one that suits your needs. The average rent price for a 1-BHK on Corniche Road is AED 87,000/year, while it’s about AED 115,000/year for a 2-bedroom unit. Additionally, a comfy 3-bedroom flat on Corniche Road has an average rent price of AED 150,000/year.

      Best Areas to Find Homes to Rent in Abu Dhabi

      Abu Dhabi is also the city of extreme pampering and is home to some of the most luxurious communities in the UAE. If that's your main goal for life in Abu Dhabi, you shouldn’t look beyond the stunning Saadiyat Island.

      The island provides the ultimate beach lifestyle all year round, and everything you need is within reach. Some of the most popular apartments for rent in Saadiyat Island can be found at Global Gate. Spacious 2-bedroom apartments will catch your attention, sized at 1,581 sqft. and with an annual rent of AED 90,000/year.

      Also at Global Gate, 1-bedroom apartments are priced at AED 60,000/year and sized at 1,065 sqft. Furthermore, 3-bedroom units have an average rent of AED 135,000/year, sized at 2,108 sqft. You can also check apartments at Nsayem, Ajwan Towers, and Soho Square for remarkable sea views. 

      Other luxurious areas where you'll find a stunning Abu Dhabi rentals are Yas Island and Al Raha Beach. Ultimately, if you're looking to rent a house in Abu Dhabi, you'll be spoiled for choice.

      Perks of Renting a Property in Abu Dhabi

      Renting means you can upgrade your home at any point in the future when your contract is up. It provides the flexibility you would need when you’re not ready to consider owning a property yet. Upgrading to a villa for rent in Abu Dhabi for a more comfortable family home is a great option too, and the city certainly has an abundance of stunning options.

      For instance, Khalifa City is one of the largest and most popular communities where you’ll find spacious villas and townhouses for rent. It is a favorite among families owing to its abundance of facilities, schools, and nurseries. You can find 4-bedroom villas for rent in Khalifa City at an average of AED 170,000/year and 5-bedroom villas at AED 175,100/year. With 6-bedroom villas, the average price is around AED 247,200/year, and for 7-bedroom villas, it’s AED 229,000/year.

      Explore More Communities to Rent a House in Abu Dhabi

      Another community with stunning houses for rent in Abu Dhabi that has everyone’s attention is Yas Island, the fun center of the capital. It features endless entertainment attractions such as Yas Water World, Yas Mall, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, and Yas Marina Circuit, not to mention some of the world’s most popular hotels.

      The average price of a 3-bedroom villa for rent in Yas Island is AED 234,000/year, while it’s AED 263,000/year for 4-bedroom houses and AED 353,000/year for 5-bedroom units. If you prefer to rent an apartment in Yas Island, the average rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Yas Island is AED 87,000/year; for a 2 BHK it is AED 146,000/year, and for a 3-bedroom flat it is AED 210,000/year.

      How to Compare Prices of Properties for Rent in Abu Dhabi

      Want to find a rental property in Abu Dhabi that fits your budget or compare prices of different areas? Head to Property Finder’s Area Insights, where you can view rental prices of all types of properties in every community in Abu Dhabi. Not only that, but you can also compare your chosen property’s price to similar properties in the same neighborhood via the price trends graph available under each listing.

      How to Rent a Property in Abu Dhabi: The Process

      • Find a property you like: filter for the type of rental property in Abu Dhabi that you want on Property Finder, whether it’s an apartment, villa, or townhouse.
      • Schedule a visit: contact the agent to schedule a viewing
      • Agree on financials: align with the agent on the final rental price, payment method, and number of cheques, and submit the post-dated cheques to the landlord.
      • Pay the security deposit: to reserve the property for rent in Abu Dhabi, you need to pay a security deposit, which is often 5% of the annual rent. It is refundable upon moving out if no damage was done to the property.
      • Register the tenancy contract with Tawtheeq: Tawtheeq is Abu Dhabi Municipality’s official tenancy regulation system, and registering your tenancy contract with them is mandatory by law. To register with Tawtheeq, fill out an online application form on TAMM Abu Dhabi.
      • Set up utilities: connect utilities like water and electricity via ADDC (Abu Dhabi Distribution Company). 

      Documents Needed to Rent a House in Abu Dhabi

      • Passport copy
      • Emirates ID
      • Residency Visa
      • Letter of employment or proof of income
      • Recent bank statement
      • Marriage certificate (if applicable and you’re living with a partner)
      • Awqaf approval
      • Approval from the residential privacy committee (in some areas)
      • Letter of authorization from the tenant agent
      • Commercial properties: trade license of the tenant company 
      • Power of attorney: if you’re signing on someone else’s behalf

      Fees of Renting a Property in Abu Dhabi

      1. Abu Dhabi Municipality Housing Fee: 

      • Amount: 5% of the annual rent, which can be paid all at once yearly or in monthly installments with the ADDC bill.
      • Purpose: The Abu Dhabi Municipality Housing Fee is mandatory and included in the Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC) bills along with water and electricity.

      2. Security Deposit

      • Amount: Usually 5% of the annual rent for unfurnished units and 10% for furnished units.
      • Purpose: Refundable at the end of the lease term, provided there is no damage beyond normal wear and tear.

      2. Agency Commission

      • Amount: Typically 2-5% of the annual rent.
      • Purpose: Paid to the real estate agent or broker for facilitating the lease agreement.

      3. Tawtheeq Registration Fee

      • Amount: 
        • Property Registration: AED 900 per property
        • Unit Registration: AED 5 per unit within the property.
        • New Tenancy Contract: AED 50 per year for a new contract registration
        • Contract Renewal: AED 50 annually
      • Purpose: To register the tenancy contract with the Abu Dhabi Municipality, ensuring legal compliance. A Tawtheeq contract is also required to connect water and electricity via Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC).

      4. Chiller or Cooling Fees

      • Amount: Varies based on usage or as a fixed charge.
      • Purpose: Covers air-conditioning costs in buildings with central cooling systems. Some landlords may include it in the rent. 

      5. Utility Deposits and Activation Fees

      • Amount:
        • Electricity and Water (ADDC): AED 1,000 as a refundable deposit.
        • Municipality Housing fees: 5% of the annual rent, to be paid monthly with your water and electricity bills
      • Purpose: To activate utility services.

      7. Mawaqif Parking Fees (if applicable)

      • Amount: AED 800 annually for the first car, AED 1,200 for the second car.
      • Purpose: For dedicated parking spaces.

      9. Move-In or Community Fees

      • Amount: depends on the building or community.
      • Purpose: Covers administrative charges for move-in approvals.

      Tenant Rights & Rent Increase Laws in Abu Dhabi

      • Rent Increases: Landlords can raise the rent, but they are required to notify tenants at least 90 days in advance. The increase is capped at a maximum of 5% of the current rental amount.
      • Termination of Tenancy: Either party, landlord or tenant, may end the tenancy agreement, provided they give a minimum of 90 days’ notice. If the landlord initiates the termination, a legitimate reason must be given.
      • Maintenance and Repairs: It is the landlord’s duty to maintain the property and address any necessary repairs. For urgent repairs, tenants can request completion within 24 hours.
      • Security Deposits: Landlords may request a security deposit, which cannot exceed the equivalent of two months' rent. This deposit must be refunded to the tenant at the end of the tenancy, assuming the property is returned without damages.