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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Rawda 3 Villas - Al Rawda 3 - Al Rawda - Ajman
    20

    Apartment

    4,200 AED/month

    One bedroom, living room, second use, bills & inte

    Al Rawda 3 Villas, Al Rawda 3, Al Rawda, Ajman

    1

    1

    1,000 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in AZIZI Riviera - Meydan One - Meydan - Dubai
    24

    Apartment

    8,700 AED/month

    Azizi Riviera Studio with Chic Furnishing

    Key One Holiday Homes logo image

    AZIZI Riviera, Meydan One, Meydan, Dubai

    studio

    1

    403 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Taawun Street - Al Taawun - Sharjah
    10

    Apartment

    4,800 AED/month

    Charming 1 BR Apartment on Al Taawun Street

    Premium

    AL HADAF AL AWAL REAL ESTATE L.L.C.SP logo image

    Al Taawun Street, Al Taawun, Sharjah

    1

    1

    800 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Al Rawda 2 Villas - Al Rawda 2 - Al Rawda - Ajman
    14

    Apartment

    4,300 AED/month

    Furnished one-bedroom apartment with a living room

    On Time Real Estate LLC logo image

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

    1

    2

    1,000 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Abna Saqer Building - Al Hamidiya 1 - Al Hamidiya - Ajman
    5

    Apartment

    2,900 AED/month

    Furnished studio apartment monthly rent Hamedya

    On Time Real Estate LLC logo image

    Abna Saqer Building, Al Hamidiya 1, Al Hamidiya, Ajman

    studio

    1

    500 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Bashayer Residences
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q1 2030
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    Bashayer Residences

    Bashayer Villas, Al Hudayriat Island, Abu Dhabi

    1 - 5 Beds

    Launch price:

    2,350,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/40/50
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  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Ajman Corniche Residences - Ajman Corniche Road - Ajman
    15

    Apartment

    6,000 AED/month

    Easy access / Great location / Modern furnishings

    On Time Real Estate LLC logo image

    Ajman Corniche Residences, Ajman Corniche Road, Ajman

    2

    3

    1,400 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Sheikh Jaber Al Sabah Street - Al Naimiya - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    6

    Apartment

    3,000 AED/month

    Excellent studio / Fingerprint entry / Balcony

    On Time Real Estate LLC logo image

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

    studio

    1

    500 sqft

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Naemiya Tower 2 - Al Naemiya Towers - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    16

    Apartment

    3,500 AED/month

    Large studio apartment | Prime location | Bills in

    On Time Real Estate LLC logo image

    Al Naemiya Tower 2, Al Naemiya Towers, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    studio

    1

    800 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Jumeirah Gate Tower 1 - The Address Jumeirah Resort and Spa - Jumeirah Beach Residence - Dubai
    30

    Apartment

    51,200 AED/month

    Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment | Panoramic Sea Views

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    Jumeirah Gate Tower 1, The Address Jumeirah Resort and Spa, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai

    2

    2

    1,475 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Cornish Tower - Al Rumaila - Ajman
    11

    Apartment

    6,000 AED/month

    Charming 1 BR in Cornish Tower with Balcony & Pool

    GLOBAL PROPERTIES L.L.C logo image

    Cornish Tower, Al Rumaila, Ajman

    1

    1

    898 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Hado by Beyond
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q2 2029
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    Hado by Beyond

    Hado by Beyond, Dubai Islands, Dubai

    1 - 4 Beds

    Launch price:

    2,300,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/40/50
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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Ajman One Tower 1 - Ajman One - Ajman Downtown - Ajman
    8

    Apartment

    4,800 AED/month

    Stylish 1 BR in Ajman One Tower 1 - Modern Living!

    GLOBAL PROPERTIES L.L.C logo image

    Ajman One Tower 1, Ajman One, Ajman Downtown, Ajman

    1

    2

    1,050 sqft

    • Find apartments for rent across the UAE with an average monthly rent of around 15,000 AED, making them an affordable option compared to the national average of 21,000 AED. Renters can find a range of layouts from compact 400 sqft units to spacious 1,600 sqft apartments, with an average size of 900 sqft. Most apartments come with balconies, built-in wardrobes, central air conditioning, kitchen appliances, studies, walk-in closets, and views of landmarks or water. Shared amenities typically include a gym, pool, spa, children’s play area and pool, barbecue area, concierge services, covered parking, building lobbies, maid service and rooms, security, and pet-friendly options.
  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Al Naemiya Tower 2 - Al Naemiya Towers - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    14

    Apartment

    5,500 AED/month

    A two bedroom apartment for monnthly rent

    Arak Properties logo image

    Al Naemiya Tower 2, Al Naemiya Towers, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    2

    2

    1,200 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Al Naemiya Tower 3 - Al Naemiya Towers - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    13

    Apartment

    6,000 AED/month

    Two bedroom apartment with living room for monthly

    Arak Properties logo image

    Al Naemiya Tower 3, Al Naemiya Towers, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    2

    3

    1,200 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Gulfa Towers - Al Rashidiya 1 - Al Rashidiya - Ajman
    24

    Apartment

    6,500 AED/month

    1 BR Cozy Luxurious Apartment in Gulfa Towers

    GEMS Properties real estate logo image

    Gulfa Towers, Al Rashidiya 1, Al Rashidiya, Ajman

    1

    2

    1,212 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Al Majaz 3 - Al Majaz - Sharjah
    13

    Apartment

    5,500 AED/month

    Charming 1 BR in Al Majaz 3 - Perfect Retreat

    Dana Al Zahabiya Holiday Homes CO LLC logo image

    Al Majaz 3, Al Majaz, Sharjah

    1

    1

    900 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    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 - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Al Naemiya Tower 3 - Al Naemiya Towers - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    12

    Apartment

    6,000 AED/month

    furnished two bedroom apartment for monthly rent

    Arak Properties logo image

    Al Naemiya Tower 3, Al Naemiya Towers, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    2

    3

    1,200 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Creek Edge Tower 1 - Creek Edge - Dubai Creek Harbour (The Lagoons) - Dubai
    23

    Apartment

    23,990 AED/month

    FULLY FURNISHED |WATER VIEW | HIGH FLOOR

    Boosting Real Estate logo image

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

    2

    2

    1,086 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in City Tower - Al Nuaimiya - Ajman
    15

    Apartment

    6,000 AED/month

    Furnished 2BR Apartment for Rent City Towers Ajman

    AL RIYAMI REAL ESTATE logo image

    City Tower, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman

    2

    3

    1,600 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Al Qasimia - Sharjah
    19

    Apartment

    4,800 AED/month

    Charming 2 BR in Al Qasimia: Perfect Family Retreat

    Dana Al Zahabiya Holiday Homes CO LLC logo image

    Al Qasimia, Sharjah

    2

    2

    4,700 sqft

  • Apartment - 3 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Corniche Tower - Ajman Corniche Road - Ajman
    22

    Apartment

    15,000 AED/month

    Luxury 3BR Duplex Sea View – Corniche Residence

    AL RIYAMI REAL ESTATE logo image

    Corniche Tower, Ajman Corniche Road, Ajman

    3

    3

    1,800 sqft

  • Explore this Off-Plan Project that fits your search criteria with flexible payment plans:
    Vida Residences
    Off-plan
    Delivery Date: Q4 2027
    Al Ain Holding developer Logo

    Vida Residences

    Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

    1 - 3 Beds

    Launch price:

    2,000,000 AED

    Payment Plan: 10/40/50
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  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in Gulfa Towers - Al Rashidiya 1 - Al Rashidiya - Ajman
    24

    Apartment

    8,500 AED/month

    Elegant 2 BR Apartment at Gulfa Towers: Modern

    GEMS Properties real estate logo image

    Gulfa Towers, Al Rashidiya 1, Al Rashidiya, Ajman

    2

    3

    1,959 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms for rent in The Bay - Business Bay - Dubai
    20

    Apartment

    17,000 AED/month

    Nicely Furnished | Bills Included | Monthly Stays

    OCLEY HOMES RENTAL L.L.C logo image

    The Bay, Business Bay, Dubai

    2

    3

    1,217 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Golf Vita A - Golf Vita - DAMAC Hills - Dubai
    23

    Apartment

    10,600 AED/month

    Peaceful 1BR l Modern Furnishings l Damac Hills

    Deluxe Holiday Homes logo image

    Golf Vita A, Golf Vita, DAMAC Hills, Dubai

    1

    1

    610 sqft

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Gulfa Towers - Al Rashidiya 1 - Al Rashidiya - Ajman
    19

    Apartment

    6,500 AED/month

    Stunning 1 BR Apartment in Gulfa Towers

    GEMS Properties real estate logo image

    Gulfa Towers, Al Rashidiya 1, Al Rashidiya, Ajman

    1

    2

    1,247 sqft

  • Apartment - 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Damac Heights - Dubai Marina - Dubai
    18

    Apartment

    19,999 AED/month

    Spectacular Views | Great Location | Large Layout

    Kennedy Towers logo image

    Damac Heights, Dubai Marina, Dubai

    2

    2

    1,403 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.