Area Market Report · DLD Data · Dubai Holding
Business Bay
Metropolitan Commercial & Canal-Front Living
Key Market Indicators · Source: Dubai Land Department
Median / SqFt
AED 2,240
+13.9% (1yr)
Avg Gross Yield
7.6%
Annual benchmark
Recorded Sales
14,600
2025/2026
Transit
Metro ✓
Business Bay Metro Station
About Business Bay
Bordering Downtown Dubai and bisected by the Dubai Water Canal. Business Bay has transformed into a premier mixed-use hub with contemporary residential towers, luxury hotels, and high rental yields.
Investment Highlights
- Top choice for corporate relocations and financial executives
- Immediate proximity to Downtown Dubai at attractive price points
- Strong historical off-plan capital growth
Historical Transaction Data
DLD Open Data| Quarter | Sales | Median Price | AED/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Q2 | 736 | AED 1,939,705 | AED 2,283 |
| 2026-Q1 | 1,309 | AED 2,041,728 | AED 2,459 |
| 2025-Q4 | 2,327 | AED 1,700,000 | AED 2,479 |
| 2025-Q3 | 3,618 | AED 1,436,000 | AED 2,601 |
| 2025-Q2 | 2,099 | AED 1,480,000 | AED 2,323 |
| 2025-Q1 | 1,696 | AED 1,467,932 | AED 2,291 |
| 2024-Q4 | 2,507 | AED 1,470,000 | AED 2,293 |
| 2024-Q3 | 1,574 | AED 1,500,000 | AED 2,077 |
Source: Dubai Land Department Real Estate Open Data Portal · Effective 2026-09-15
Landmarks
- Dubai Water Canal
- The Opus by Zaha Hadid
- Bay Avenue
Schools & Education
- Dubai International School
- GEMS Our Own Indian School
Market metrics are aggregated from Dubai Land Department recorded sale transactions. Yield estimates are indicative benchmarks, not guaranteed returns. Data effective: 2026-Q2. Source: DLD Real Estate Open Data Portal.
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