Properties for rent in Dubai South

Dubai South, formerly known as Dubai World Central, is a 145-square-kilometre master-planned community built around Al Maktoum International Airport. It is divided into eight sub-districts, including Residential City, Golf District, and Aviation District, and combines residential, commercial, and logistics zones.

Dubai South properties for rent attract families and professionals seeking larger homes at lower rents than central Dubai. The community is quieter than inner-city areas and offers a low-density residential environment with basic daily conveniences.

It features green spaces and outdoor areas across most residential clusters, making it suitable for pet owners.

Dubai South's average annual rent for apartments is around AED 78,000 and for villas around AED 150,000. Overall pricing remains below the Dubai average, making it a more affordable option for larger homes.

Average apartment rent is approximately AED 78,000 per year for new contracts, and renewals are average around AED 60,000, covering a range of unit types from studios to three-bedroom apartments with sizes generally between 365 sq ft and over 2,200 sq ft.

Average townhouse rent is around AED 120,000 per year, reflecting mid-sized homes that typically offer private outdoor space and community-focused layouts.

Average villa rent is about AED 150,000 per year, with larger plots and layouts designed for family living and higher privacy compared to apartments and townhouses.

The community includes amenities such as landscaped parks, walking and cycling tracks, open green spaces, retail outlets, and community facilities designed to support a self-contained residential lifestyle.

Emaar South: The most in-demand sub-community, Emaar South suits families who want suburban comfort with resort-style amenities. It covers popular clusters including Parkside, Greenview, Golf Links, and Urbana, all set around an 18-hole golf course with pools and landscaped parks. Parkside 2 averages around AED 112,638 per year, while larger homes in Greenview 3 average AED 139,414 per year. The best option for tenants who prioritise outdoor living and premium finishes.

The Pulse: A community built around active living, The Pulse includes boulevard apartments, townhouses, and villas alongside The Pulse Beachfront, a residential area integrated with beach-style leisure zones. The Pulse Boulevard Apartments average AED 67,897 per year, while beachfront homes average AED 188,993 per year. It suits residents who want fitness tracks, community plazas, and recreational water features as part of their daily environment.

Celestia and MAG 5 Boulevard: It is located within the residential district. These mid-rise developments offer studios and one-bedroom apartments at some of the most competitive prices in the community. Celestia A and B average between AED 45,355 and AED 51,912 per year. A practical choice for professionals and young couples who want manageable living costs and easy access to internal conveniences.

Dubai South sits near the Abu Dhabi border, adjacent to Emirates Road (E611) and connected to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). These routes give residents direct access to major business districts, with Dubai Investment Park reachable in around 20 minutes and Expo City Dubai approximately 12 minutes away by car.

There are currently no metro stations within the community. Residents use RTA bus routes F55 and F56, which connect to the Expo 2020 Metro Station and Danube Metro Station, respectively, both on the Red Line and roughly 15 to 20 minutes away by car. A private vehicle is strongly recommended for comfortable daily commuting, particularly for residents in villa sub-communities.