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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Bayshore at Creek Beach Building 3 - Bayshore at Creek Beach - Creek Beach - Dubai Creek Harbour (The Lagoons) - Dubai
    19

    Apartment

    18,700 AED/month

    Private Terrace | Lagoon Access | Monthly Stays

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    Bayshore at Creek Beach Building 3, Bayshore at Creek Beach, Creek Beach, Dubai Creek Harbour (The Lagoons), Dubai

    1

    1

    1,140 sqft

  • Apartment - 3 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Rimal 6 - Rimal - Jumeirah Beach Residence - Dubai
    23

    Apartment

    21,999 AED/month

    Move In Now | Iconic Views | Spacious Layout

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    Rimal 6, Rimal, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai

    3

    3

    1,905 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Bay Central West - Bay Central - Dubai Marina - Dubai
    28

    Apartment

    13,990 AED/month

    Fully Furnished 1BR | All Bills Inclusive

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    Bay Central West, Bay Central, Dubai Marina, Dubai

    1

    2

    651 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Urban Oasis - Business Bay - Dubai
    16

    Apartment

    13,500 AED/month

    Canal and Pool View | Modern | Monthly Stays

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    Urban Oasis, Business Bay, Dubai

    studio

    1

    505 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Naemiya Tower 1 - Al Naemiya Towers - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    9

    Apartment

    3,700 AED/month

    Furnished studio in Al Nuaimiya 1 Kuwait St exit D

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    Al Naemiya Tower 1, Al Naemiya Towers, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    studio

    1

    750 sqft

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    Skyvue Spectra
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2029
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    Skyvue Spectra

    Skyvue Spectra, Sobha Hartland II, Bukadra, Dubai

    1 - 3 Beds

    Launch price:

    1,270,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 20/40/40
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  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Gulfa Towers - Al Rashidiya 1 - Al Rashidiya - Ajman
    25

    Apartment

    8,500 AED/month

    Stylish & Spacious 2-Bedroom Home in Gulfa Towers

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    Gulfa Towers, Al Rashidiya 1, Al Rashidiya, Ajman

    2

    3

    1,959 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Marquise Square Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    16

    Apartment

    16,000 AED/month

    Burj Views | Bills Included | Monthly Stays

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    Marquise Square Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    studio

    1

    516 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Binghatti Avenue - Al Jaddaf - Dubai
    13

    Apartment

    10,000 AED/month

    PRESTIGE, COMFORT & BREATHTAKING VISTAS

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    Binghatti Avenue, Al Jaddaf, Dubai

    1

    2

    706 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Grande - Opera District - Downtown Dubai - Dubai
    30

    Apartment

    35,000 AED/month

    Luxury 2BR near Burj Khalifa | Next to Dubai Mall

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    Grande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai

    2

    2

    1,195 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Residences 12 - District One - Mohammed Bin Rashid City - Dubai
    25

    Apartment

    20,000 AED/month

    Monthly Rent | Move-In Ready | Modern Furnished

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    Residences 12, District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Dubai

    2

    2

    1,096 sqft

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    The Row Saadiyat
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2030
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    The Row Saadiyat

    Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

    1 - 3 Beds

    Launch price:

    3,700,000 AED

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  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Naemiya Tower 1 - Al Naemiya Towers - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    9

    Apartment

    3,700 AED/month

    Furnished studio in Al Nuaimiya 1 Kuwait St exit D

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    Al Naemiya Tower 1, Al Naemiya Towers, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    studio

    1

    750 sqft

    • Find flats for rent across the UAE with an average monthly rent of around 14,000 AED, making them an affordable option compared to the national average of 19,000 AED. Rent starts from 1,000 AED. Most flats come with balconies, built-in wardrobes, central air conditioning, kitchen appliances, studies, walk-in closets, and views of landmarks or water. Many also offer amenities such as concierge services, covered parking, building lobbies, maid service and maids’ rooms, security, and pet-friendly options. Shared facilities typically include gyms, swimming pools, spas, children’s play areas and pools, and barbecue areas. Many flats are also Vastu compliant. Flats range in size from 400 to 1,600 sqft, with an average of 900 sqft.
  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Royal Breeze 5 - Royal Breeze - Al Hamra Village - Ras Al Khaimah
    7

    Apartment

    4,690 AED/month

    Fully Furnished Golf View Studio With Balcony

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    Royal Breeze 5, Royal Breeze, Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah

    studio

    1

    419 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Al Rawda 2 Villas - Al Rawda 2 - Al Rawda - Ajman
    13

    Apartment

    4,200 AED/month

    Furnished 1bhk apartment for monthly rent in Ajman

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

    1

    2

    1,150 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Serh Residences 11 - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    28

    Apartment

    12,999 AED/month

    Charming 1 BR in Al Serh Residences 11 - JVC

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    Al Serh Residences 11, District 10, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    1

    1

    830 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Mowaihat 2 - Al Mowaihat - Ajman
    7

    Apartment

    3,500 AED/month

    Prime loc. | Furnished | Near Dubai & Sharjah

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    Al Mowaihat 2, Al Mowaihat, Ajman

    studio

    1

    600 sqft

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    Samana Hills South Phase 3
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q4 2028
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    Samana Hills South Phase 3

    Samana Hills South, Dubai Industrial City, Dubai

    Studio, 1 - 2 Beds

    Launch price:

    987,778 AED

    Payment Plan: 20/47/1/32
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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Marina Gate 2 - Marina Gate - Dubai Marina - Dubai
    30

    Apartment

    20,000 AED/month

    Newly Furnished 1BR | Pool View | High Floor

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    Marina Gate 2, Marina Gate, Dubai Marina, Dubai

    1

    1

    617 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Tiraz - Naseej District - Aljada - Sharjah
    12

    Apartment

    3,750 AED/month

    Yearly Studio Available on Monthly Payments

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    Tiraz, Naseej District, Aljada, Sharjah

    studio

    1

    400 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Royal breeze 2 - Royal Breeze - Al Hamra Village - Ras Al Khaimah
    11

    Apartment

    4,996 AED/month

    Spacious Studio in Royal Breeze 2 with Water View

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    Royal breeze 2, Royal Breeze, Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah

    studio

    1

    419 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Binghatti Lavender - District 10 - Jumeirah Village Circle - Dubai
    21

    Apartment

    14,799 AED/month

    GREAT DEAL | NEWLY FURNISHED | TAXES INCLUDED

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    Binghatti Lavender, District 10, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai

    1

    2

    740 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Pacific - Al Marjan Island - Ras Al Khaimah
    11

    Apartment

    4,990 AED/month

    Stunning Studio in Pacific with Water View & Pool

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    Pacific, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

    studio

    1

    400 sqft

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    Jacob & Co Residences
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q2 2028
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    Jacob & Co Residences

    Jacob & Co Residences, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

    Studio, 1 - 2 Beds

    Launch price:

    1,022,888 AED

    Payment Plan: 20/20/60
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  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Creek Horizon Tower 1 - Creek Horizon - Dubai Creek Harbour (The Lagoons) - Dubai
    30

    Apartment

    24,899 AED/month

    NEWLY FURNISHED | PRIME LOCATION | TAXES INCLUDED

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    Creek Horizon Tower 1, Creek Horizon, Dubai Creek Harbour (The Lagoons), Dubai

    2

    2

    1,129 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Bella Rose - Dubai Science Park - Dubai
    19

    Apartment

    8,899 AED/month

    GREAT OFFER | MOVE IN READY | TAXES INCLUDED

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    Bella Rose, Dubai Science Park, Dubai

    studio

    1

    420 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Sheikh Jaber Al Sabah Street - Al Naimiya - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    11

    Apartment

    3,700 AED/month

    Excellent monthly rental opportunity in Ajman

    Sheikh Jaber Al Sabah Street, Al Naimiya, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    studio

    1

    500 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Rashidiya 1 - Al Rashidiya - Ajman
    16

    Apartment

    3,900 AED/month

    Furnished 1 Bedroom Apartment Al Rashidiya

    Al Rashidiya 1, Al Rashidiya, Ajman

    1

    1

    900 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Royal breeze 2 - Royal Breeze - Al Hamra Village - Ras Al Khaimah
    10

    Apartment

    4,000 AED/month

    Seaview | Spacious Studio

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    Royal breeze 2, Royal Breeze, Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah

    studio

    1

    600 sqft

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Your Guide to Apartments for rent in UAE monthly

The United Arab Emirates sits at the eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, bringing together seven emirates under one federation. Abu Dhabi serves as the capital, while Dubai stands as the largest city. What started as a quiet trading region has grown into a major global center for finance, tourism, and business. Abu Dhabi has held the title of the world's safest city for eight consecutive years through 2024.

Life in the Emirates blends luxury with practical comfort. You can choose between towering skyscrapers in busy city centers or peaceful waterfront neighborhoods. Monthly apartment rentals have become increasingly popular because they offer flexibility without the commitment of annual contracts. This arrangement works particularly well for corporate professionals on short assignments, digital nomads settling into the region, families searching for permanent homes, and business travelers who want more amenities than standard hotels provide.

The market offers studios, one to four bedroom units, penthouses, duplexes, and fully serviced hotel apartments for monthly rent in UAE.

Overview of the Apartments for rent in UAE monthly Market

The monthly apartment rental market covers everything from budget units to luxury suites.

Yearly apartment rents typically start around 48,000 AED in neighborhoods like Al Khalidiya or 54,000 AED on Al Reem Island. In Dubai, areas such as Dubai Marina and Business Bay see yearly rates beginning between 50,000 and 55,000 AED. Monthly rates cost more than the yearly average but come with added services.

Property sizes range from compact studios to expansive five bedroom penthouses with city or water views. Monthly apartment rentals usually come fully furnished. Many listings include chiller-free units or central air conditioning, plus swimming pools and gym access in the building.

Business Bay topped the list as the most popular area for apartments for rent in UAE in 2024. Al Reem Island and Al Maryah Island attract professionals in Abu Dhabi.

The main differences from annual rentals include shorter contract terms and the inclusion of furniture and utilities. While annual rentals require Ejari registration in Dubai, monthly stays typically follow short-term holiday home arrangements.

Why Choose an Apartment for Monthly Rent in the UAE?

  • No long-term financial commitment or multiple cheque requirements
  • Move-in-ready units with furniture and kitchen appliances
  • Access to shared pools and fitness centers in the building
  • Proximity to business districts like the Dubai International Financial Centre or Al Maryah Island
  • Flexible stay durations for changing business or personal plans
  • Utility costs such as water, electricity, and high-speed internet are often included

Best Areas for Monthly Apartment Rentals in the UAE

Dubai Marina

This iconic waterfront community features striking skyscrapers and upscale living. The long waterfront promenade makes it highly walkable, and the nightlife stays vibrant.

  • Average Rent: Starting from 50,000 AED per year (monthly rates vary)
  • Suits: Active professionals and beach lovers
  • Landmarks: The Walk at JBR and water-based adventure spots

Downtown Dubai

The heart of the city offers direct access to major attractions and constant energy. The central location provides excellent metro connectivity.

  • Average Rent: Starting from 70,000 AED per year
  • Suits: Those who enjoy premium experiences near city landmarks
  • Landmarks: Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Opera

Al Reem Island (Abu Dhabi)

This island combines urban excitement with natural beauty through waterfront views and green spaces. Ultra-modern skyscrapers feature top-tier amenities.

  • Average Rent: Starting from 54,000 AED per year
  • Suits: Expatriates and professionals seeking a peaceful yet vibrant atmosphere
  • Key Amenities: Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Repton School Abu Dhabi

Business Bay (Dubai)

A major commercial and residential hub with skyscrapers near the Dubai Canal. This area ranks as one of the most popular communities for luxury monthly rent in UAE.

  • Average Rent: Starting from 55,000 AED per year
  • Suits: Professionals working in the city center who want to live near their workplace
  • Landmarks: Dubai Canal and JW Marriott Marquis Hotel

Al Majaz (Sharjah)

This upscale waterfront neighborhood in Sharjah offers premium facilities and family-friendly environments. Known for luxury living with views of water bodies, it suits families and those seeking high-end options in Sharjah.

Fees for Monthly Apartment Rentals in the UAE

  • Security Deposit: Typically one month's rent, refundable at the end of stay
  • Agency Commission: Usually 5% of the total rental value when an agent is involved
  • Utility Activation: Water and electricity are generally already connected and included in rent in UAE per month
  • Chiller Fees: District cooling charges are often included in monthly rates, but confirm if the unit is chiller-free

Note: Many monthly apartment rentals include maintenance and internet in the total price. Always clarify these inclusions before signing.

Amenities & Lifestyle Near Apartments for rent in UAE monthly

Residential apartment buildings provide access to essential services and leisure facilities throughout the emirates.

Schools

  • Repton School Abu Dhabi
  • GEMS Wellington Academy
  • Jumeirah English Speaking School

Nurseries

  • Blossom Dubai Hills

Universities

  • Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi

Supermarkets

  • Waitrose
  • Spinneys
  • Carrefour
  • Geant Hypermarket
  • Franprix

Malls and Leisure

  • Dubai Mall and Yas Mall
  • The Galleria Mall
  • Mercato Mall
  • Dubai Hills Mall

Parks and Nature

  • Dubai Hills Park
  • JLT Park
  • Corniche Beach
  • Kite Beach

Popular Landmarks

  • Burj Khalifa
  • Louvre Abu Dhabi
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
  • Dubai Canal

Location & Transportation in the UAE

The UAE holds a strategic position in the Middle East with highly developed infrastructure. The E11 highway, the country's longest road, connects most major cities.

Public transportation stands out in Dubai with its metro system, trams, and driverless rapid transit network. Dubai International and Abu Dhabi International airports rank among the world's busiest, ensuring excellent global access for business visitors.

Major roads like Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, and Emirates Road make commuting straightforward. While the country is generally car-focused, communities such as Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers offer walkable designs with lakeside promenades and pedestrian paths. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Careem operate throughout the emirates, and local taxis provide reliable travel to business hubs like Downtown Dubai or Al Maryah Island.

FAQs about Apartments for Rent in UAE monthly

Do I need Ejari registration for a monthly rental?

Ejari applies primarily to annual contracts in Dubai. Monthly apartments typically fall under holiday homes or short-term stays, which do not require standard Ejari registration.

Can I extend my monthly rental contract?

Yes, most providers allow extensions if the apartment remains available. Give at least two weeks' notice to ensure availability.

How much security deposit is required for monthly rentals?

The deposit usually equals one month's rent. It covers potential damages and is refunded after final inspection.

Are monthly rental apartments furnished or unfurnished?

Almost all monthly apartments come fully furnished with essential appliances, linens, and kitchenware for immediate move-in.

Can I negotiate the monthly rental price?

Negotiation is often possible, particularly for stays lasting three months or longer, or during the off-peak summer season.

What payment methods are accepted for monthly rentals?

Common payment methods include credit cards, bank transfers, and cash. Post-dated cheques are rarely required for monthly stays, unlike annual leases.

Are pets allowed in monthly rental apartments?

Pet policies vary by building. Communities like Jumeirah Lake Towers are known for being pet-friendly, but always check specific building rules.

What happens if I need to leave before my contract ends?

Early termination usually results in penalties, which may include forfeiting the security deposit or paying for the remainder of the month.

Do monthly rentals include parking spaces?

Most residential towers include at least one dedicated parking space. Visitor parking is also available in many apartment complexes.

What documents do I need to rent an apartment monthly in the UAE?

You will generally need a passport copy and a valid UAE visa (tourist or residency). Residents should also provide an Emirates ID copy.