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  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in West Five Business Bay Residences - Business Bay - Dubai
    22

    Apartment

    89,999 AED/year

    Modern 1 BHK | Burj Khalifa Views | Unfurnished

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    West Five Business Bay Residences, Business Bay, Dubai

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    702 sqft

    Katie Narey

    Listed 8 minutes ago

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

    110,000 AED/year

    Brand New | Vacant | Prime Location

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    Century Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    746 sqft

    Oliver Youngs

    Listed 13 minutes ago

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

    80,000 AED/year

    Modern Finished | Unfurnished | Vacant

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    Zada Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

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    456 sqft

    Katie Narey

    Listed 15 minutes ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Scala Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    8

    Apartment

    95,000 AED/year

    Vacant I Fully furnished I Spacious 1BR

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    Scala Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    1,001 sqft

    Tatiana Ustiuzhanina

    Listed 24 minutes ago

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

    120,000 AED/year

    Vacant | Modern Unit | Brand New

    Premium

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    Nobles Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    830 sqft

    Listed 42 minutes ago

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

    115,000 AED/year

    REAL I READY TO MOVE I BURJ KHALIFA VIEW I READY

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    Nobles Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    830 sqft

    Alex Spitz

    Listed 1 hour ago

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

    130,000 AED/year

    READY I FURNISHED I BURJ VIEW I HIGH FLOOR I REAL

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    Nobles Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    830 sqft

    Alex Spitz

    Listed 1 hour ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Nobles Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    17

    Apartment

    105,000 AED/year

    REAL I FULLY FURNISHED I BUSINESS BAY I NOBLES I

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    Nobles Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    910 sqft

    Alex Spitz

    Listed 1 hour ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Fairview Residency - Business Bay - Dubai
    17

    Apartment

    77,000 AED/year

    HIGH QUALITY I FURNISHED I GREAT VIEW

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    Fairview Residency, Business Bay, Dubai

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    841 sqft

    Listed 10 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Executive Bay A - Executive Bay - Business Bay - Dubai
    11

    Apartment

    79,000 AED/year

    Spacious 1 BR | Balcony | Equipped Kitchen | 1 May

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    Executive Bay A, Executive Bay, Business Bay, Dubai

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    691 sqft

    Listed 11 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Zada Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    8

    Apartment

    74,998 AED/year

    Fully Furnished | Specious | In Business Bay

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    Zada Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    472 sqft

    Listed 14 hours ago

    • Find 1-BHK for rent in Business Bay, one of Dubai’s most iconic neighbourhoods. Daily rental prices start at 350 AED, averaging around 650 AED. Weekly rates begin at 2,000 AED, with an average of 4,600 AED. Monthly rents start at 5,000 AED, typically reaching 16,000 AED. Yearly prices begin at 70,000 AED, averaging approximately 125,000 AED. This will get you an average of about 810 sqft, with options ranging from 470 to 1,100 sqft. Located next to Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, and DIFC, Business Bay offers residents proximity to the city’s most happening areas, including the Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and the Dubai Canal. The area is well-connected via the Business Bay Metro station and is near key highways like Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Most apartments come with balconies, built-in wardrobes, central air conditioning, kitchen appliances, walk-in closets, and views of landmarks or the water. Many also offer amenities such as children’s play areas and pools, concierge services, maid service, covered parking, building lobbies, pet-friendly policies, security, shared gyms, pools, spas, barbecue areas, studies, and are Vastu compliant.
  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Damac Maison Prive A - Damac Maison Prive - Business Bay - Dubai
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    Apartment

    140,000 AED/year

    Canal View I Furnished | Ready I Prime Location

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    Damac Maison Prive A, Damac Maison Prive, Business Bay, Dubai

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    2

    982 sqft

    Listed 15 hours ago

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

    Apartment

    85,000 AED/year

    Bright and Modern | Prime Location | Balcony

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    Zada Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

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    1

    456 sqft

    Listed 15 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Terraces Marasi Drive - Business Bay - Dubai
    22

    Apartment

    120,000 AED/year

    Mid Floor | Furnished | Big Terrace

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    Terraces Marasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    1,149 sqft

    Listed 15 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in Zada Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    13

    Apartment

    83,000 AED/year

    Modern Furnished 1-Bedroom Apartment | Canal View

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    Zada Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    471 sqft

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in The Pad - Business Bay - Dubai
    15

    Apartment

    98,000 AED/year

    Stylish 1BR | Iconic Design | Canal Views

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    The Pad, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    1

    667 sqft

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom for rent in SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences - Business Bay - Dubai
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    Apartment

    175,000 AED/year

    FULLY FURNISHED | BURJ KHALIFA VIEW | HIGH FLOOR

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    SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Business Bay, Dubai

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    1

    1,172 sqft

    Islam Ramadan Eid Hozyfa

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Nobles Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    99,995 AED/year

    Ready to Move | Hot Deal | Convenient

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    Nobles Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    921 sqft

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Amna - Al Habtoor City - Business Bay - Dubai
    13

    Apartment

    99,900 AED/year

    Fully Furnished | Canal View | Lowest Rent

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    Amna, Al Habtoor City, Business Bay, Dubai

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    2

    802 sqft

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Peninsula Five - Peninsula - Business Bay - Dubai
    19

    Apartment

    139,880 AED/year

    Waterfront Living | Furnished | Ready to Move in

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    Peninsula Five, Peninsula, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    811 sqft

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Nobles Tower - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    100,000 AED/year

    Luxury Living | Fully Furnished | Prime Location

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    Nobles Tower, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    829 sqft

    Listed 16 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Bay's Edge - Business Bay - Dubai
    15

    Apartment

    95,000 AED/year

    Fully Furnished| High Floor | Partial Canal View

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    Bay's Edge, Business Bay, Dubai

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    2

    860 sqft

    Mohammed Shory

    Listed 17 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Regalia By Deyaar - Business Bay - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    130,000 AED/year

    Semi Furnished I Brand New I Prime Location

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    Regalia By Deyaar, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    814 sqft

    Laraib Khan

    Listed 17 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in Bay's Edge - Business Bay - Dubai
    7

    Apartment

    90,000 AED/year

    Canal View 1BR | Furnished | High Floor

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    Bay's Edge, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    860 sqft

    Aleh Mikrukou

    Listed 17 hours ago

  • Apartment - 1 Bedroom - 2 Bathrooms for rent in SOL Avenue - Business Bay - Dubai
    10

    Apartment

    92,000 AED/year

    Multiple Options available | Burj & Comunity View

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    SOL Avenue, Business Bay, Dubai

    1

    2

    776 sqft

    Listed 17 hours ago

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Average prices for 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent in Business Bay

CommunityAverage price (AED/year)
SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences156,647
Ahad Residences121,156
SOL Avenue95,368
The Bay92,607
Windsor Manor82,390
Zada Tower78,679
Reva Residences78,011
Merano Tower76,652
Vera Residences76,437
Westburry Tower 260,880

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Your Guide to finding a 1 bedroom apartment for rent in Business Bay

Business Bay sits at the center of Dubai, just south of Downtown, spanning over 46.9 million square feet of mixed-use space. It combines a busy commercial core with a strong residential offering, making it one of the city's most sought-after addresses. Renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Business Bay puts you close to major landmarks, transport links, and a wide range of dining and leisure options. The neighborhood appeals to young professionals, couples, and anyone who wants to be in the thick of urban Dubai life.

Bordered by Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, and running alongside the Dubai Water Canal, 1 BHK flats in Business Bay offer a lifestyle that blends convenience with a genuinely vibrant city feel. Demand for 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Business Bay stays consistently high throughout the year.

Market overview

Rental prices for a 1 BHK in Business Bay range from around 70,000 AED to 160,000 AED per year, with average new rentals sitting between 90,855 AED and 102,263 AED annually. Renewed leases average around 88,217 AED per year, which is broadly in line with the wider Dubai mid-to-premium rental market.

More affordable options include buildings like Westbury Tower 2 (averaging 61,487 AED per year) and Vera Residences (around 77,410 AED per year). At the higher end, residences like SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences average 159,909 AED per year. Recent transactions show 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Peninsula Three reaching 110,000 AED, Vezul Residence for 89,250 AED, and AG Tower for 85,000 AED.

Short-term rental options are also available. Daily rates start from 350 AED (averaging around 650 AED), weekly rates from 2,000 AED (averaging 4,600 AED), and monthly rentals range from 5,000 AED to 16,000 AED.

Why rent a 1 bedroom apartment in Business Bay?

Central location with easy access

Business Bay sits between two major highways and connects quickly to Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and other key areas. Commuting by car or public transport is straightforward from here.

Waterfront living

The Dubai Water Canal runs through the neighborhood, with 6.4 kilometers of pedestrian walkways along its banks. Residents can walk, jog, or cycle while taking in canal and skyline views.

Dining and nightlife on the doorstep

Business Bay has a strong restaurant and nightlife scene. From rooftop steakhouses and Italian restaurants to cocktail lounges, there is a wide range of options within walking distance or a short drive.

Strong community appeal

The area draws a diverse mix of residents, from professionals and expats to long-term Dubai residents. Bay Square, a pedestrian-only zone, adds a community feel that sets Business Bay apart from purely commercial districts.

Top buildings to find a 1 bhk for rent in Business Bay

With over 240 residential buildings across the community, there is a wide choice for anyone looking for a 1 bedroom for rent in Business Bay. Here are some of the most popular options:

Peninsula

Peninsula is a waterfront master community offering brand-new apartments for rent in Business Bay with direct canal views and modern finishes. Recent transactions show one-bedroom units renting for around 110,000 AED per year. It suits professionals and couples looking for newer builds in a premium setting with strong long-term value.

Executive Towers

The Executive Towers are a large complex of 12 towers with their own retail mall, Bay Avenue, which was built within them. Rents for 1-bedroom apartments sit in the mid-range bracket. This property is a good fit for residents who want daily conveniences on-site and a community atmosphere within a larger development.

Aykon City

Aykon City is known for its resort-style amenities and premium finishes. Annual rents for 1-bedroom flats are at the higher end of the market. Suit renters who prioritize quality of building facilities and a hotel-like living experience.

DAMAC Towers by Paramount

Hollywood-themed residences with distinctive interiors and strong hospitality amenities. Priced in the premium range. These apartments appeal to renters who want something visually different with added lifestyle services.

SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences

SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences is one of the most upmarket options in Business Bay, averaging around 159,909 AED per year for a 1-bedroom unit. Offers unobstructed skyline views and access to the building's hotel-grade services. This property is ideal for those seeking an ultra-premium address.

Who should rent a 1 bedroom apartment in Business Bay?

Young professionals

Professionals working in Dubai's central business districts will find the commute simple and the lifestyle convenient.

Expats and couples

Those relocating to Dubai or looking for a central base with quick access to leisure and retail will feel at home here.

Renters seeking flexible options

With daily, weekly, and monthly rental options available, Business Bay also works well for those who need short-term flexibility.

Mid-range to premium renters

Business Bay offers options across a range of budgets within the mid- to high-end segment, with chiller-free apartments available in some buildings to help reduce monthly costs.

Amenities and lifestyle

Schools

  • Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS)—Al Safa
  • Hartland International School — Mohammed Bin Rashid City

Nurseries

  • Numu Nursery
  • Maple Bear Nursery
  • Blossom Business Bay Nursery

Clinics and hospitals

  • Emirates Hospitals Clinics — Bay Avenue
  • Aster Clinic — Executive Towers
  • Pearl Dental Clinic — Citadel Tower

Supermarkets

  • West Zone Fresh Supermarket (24 hours)
  • Al Maya Supermarket (24 hours)
  • New Safestway Supermarket (24 hours)
  • Spinneys—Executive Towers

Shopping

  • Bay Avenue Mall — within Business Bay
  • Dubai Mall — approximately 10 minutes by car

Fitness and leisure

  • Building gyms and swimming pools in most residential towers
  • Dubai Water Canal promenade — 6.4 km of walkways for running, cycling, and walking
  • Bay Square — pedestrian zone with cafes and outdoor spaces
  • La Perle by Dragone—live entertainment show at Al Habtoor City

Restaurants and nightlife 

  • Prime68 Steakhouse and Tan Cha—JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
  • Fi'lia—Italian restaurant on the 70th floor of SLS Dubai
  • Il Pastaio and BQ — Al Habtoor City
  • Roka and The Maine Land Brasserie—The Opus
  • BLU Dubai, 1OAK, Miss Tess — nightlife venues

Location and transportation

Business Bay borders Downtown Dubai to the north and is flanked by Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) to the west and Al Khail Road (E44) to the east, giving residents quick road access to most parts of the emirate. By car, the Dubai Mall is roughly 9 minutes away, the Dubai International Airport is around 16 minutes away, and the Burj Al Arab is approximately 20 minutes away.

For public transport, the Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line serves the area well. RTA feeder buses, including the F14, F19A, F19B, and F41, cover the main areas of the community, while routes 7, 26, 50, and 51 connect to neighboring districts like Al Quoz and Oud Metha. Water taxis also operate along the Dubai Water Canal, offering an alternative way to travel.

Pros and cons of choosing a 1 bhk for rent in Business Bay

Pros of living in a 1 bedroom apartment for rent in Business Bay

  • Central location with fast access to Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and key business districts
  • Metro access via the Business Bay Red Line station
  • Wide range of dining, nightlife, and entertainment options within the neighbourhood
  • Dubai Water Canal promenade for outdoor activities and scenic views
  • A variety of buildings across different price points, including chiller-free options
  • Short-term rental options available for flexible arrangements
  • 24-hour supermarkets and retail within easy reach
  • Pet-friendly policies are available in many buildings

Cons of living in a 1 bedroom apartment for rent in Business Bay

  • Rents are higher than in many outer Dubai communities
  • No beach within the neighborhood—coastal areas require a 15 to 20-minute drive
  • Traffic congestion on Sheikh Zayed Road during peak hours
  • Parking can be limited in some older buildings
  • Limited school options directly within Business Bay—families typically rely on schools in neighbouring areas

FAQs about a 1 bedroom apartment for rent in Business Bay

Is a 1 bedroom apartment for rent in Business Bay affordable?

Business Bay sits in the mid to high-end range of the Dubai rental market. It is not the most affordable option in the city, but it offers a range of price points within the premium segment, making it possible to find a 1 BHK that fits different budgets within that bracket.

Are furnished 1 bedroom apartments available in Business Bay?

Yes, both furnished and unfurnished 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Business Bay are available. Furnished units tend to command a higher monthly rate and are particularly common in serviced residence buildings.

Are pets allowed in Business Bay apartments?

Many buildings in Business Bay have pet-friendly policies, though this varies by building. It is worth confirming this with the landlord or building management before signing a lease.

How is the commute from Business Bay?

Commuting from Business Bay is generally straightforward. The area has direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, and the Business Bay Metro Station provides a reliable public transport option. Most key business areas in Dubai are within 15–25 minutes by car outside of peak hours.

Is Business Bay walkable?

Yes, particularly around the Dubai Water Canal promenade and Bay Square, which is a fully pedestrian zone. Day-to-day errands, cafes, and restaurants are accessible on foot from most residential towers.

Are there chiller-free 1 bedroom apartments in Business Bay?

Yes, chiller-free apartments are available in several buildings in Business Bay. These can result in meaningful savings on monthly utility costs, so it is worth looking out for this when browsing listings.