Palm Jumeirah
apartment community
Iconic palm-shaped artificial archipelago with 17 fronds, luxury villas, and world-class hotels including Atlantis.
DUBUY VERDICT
Solid all-rounder no standout signal
Palm Jumeirah sits near the median on every key metric. Liquidity is deep; returns are mid-pack — a reasonable place, no obvious edge.
YoY change
+10.2%
3-yr growth
+10%
Gross yield
5.7%
5yr volume
12,367
Median PSF
AED 2,925
Apartments
YoY change
+10.2%
3-yr growth
+10%
PSF growth to 2026
Gross yield
5.7%
Ejari, last 12m
Palm Jumeirah is a primarily apartment-based community in Dubai with 12,367 transactions on record over the last five years. Median price per square foot sits at AED 2,925, up 10.2% year-on-year, tracking below the city-wide 13.3% benchmark. Use the tabs above to drill into the market detail, rental economics, schools catchment, lifestyle amenities, off-plan pipeline or active listings.
Affordability quick-look
Pre-filled with Palm Jumeirah median. Drag the sliders — DLD-typical 4.5% APR over 25 years.
Monthly payment
AED 19K
Loan AED 3.40M · 25 yrs @ 4.5%
Indicative only — real rates vary by bank, residency status and credit profile. UAE typically requires 20–25% down for residents, 35–50% for non-residents.
What residents say about Palm Jumeirah
Praised for strong rental yields make dubai competitive globally for investors. Criticised for severe traffic congestion, especially during rush hours.
Resident sentiment
Above average
vs all tracked Dubai communities
“Palm Jumeirah villas appreciated 50-100% between 2022-2024”
“Severe structural defects causing repeated flooding and mold damage”
Reddit r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats · 107 on-topic mentions · updated 2026-04-24
What they talk about
- amenities100%
- commute72%
- community58%
- traffic50%
- price47%
- tourists44%
Sentiment trend
—
Need 1 more quarter
Mostly discussed by
residents
36% of mentions
Sentiment over time
Sentiment from Q3 2025 to Q1 2026 moved from -0.27 to -0.21. Based on 90 mentions across 3 quarters.
What people praise
- +Strong rental yields make Dubai competitive globally for investors×2
- +Excellent location with convenient access to various Dubai destinations×2
- +Beach and pool access suitable for relaxation with young children×2
- +Palm Jumeirah offers skypool swimming experiences with scenic views×2
- +Multiple luxury resort options available on Palm Jumeirah×2
What people criticise
- −Severe traffic congestion, especially during rush hours×4
- −Drink spiking incidents reported at nightlife venues in area×2
- −Safety concerns raised by significant emergency event×2
- −Most pedestrian paths are on main roads rather than dedicated walkways×2
- −Recent fire incident confirmed in the area×2
What people talk about
Horizontal bars showing how often each aspect is discussed and how positively or negatively. Longest bars are most-discussed aspects.
Paraphrased by AI from the original Reddit content — never verbatim. Click any card to read the source thread.
“Palm Jumeirah villas appreciated 50-100% between 2022-2024”
“Well-designed community with parks, sports courts, and playgrounds”
“Flexible 35/65 payment plan minimizes upfront capital requirement”
“Severe structural defects causing repeated flooding and mold damage”
“Area experienced drone strike or missile attack with fire at major hotel”
“Persistent unpleasant odors in certain areas for years”
Who's talking
Communities with similar vibes
Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.
Based on 107 Reddit posts and comments (2021–2026) from r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats and r/digitalnomad, scored by Claude Haiku. Last updated 2026-04-24. Read the full methodology.
Market Context
Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. Palm Jumeirah is growing more moderately, which may indicate better value opportunities.
Nearby schools7 schools
View on DubaiSchools.ai3
1
2
80/100
Icademy Middle East Fz.Llc
Dubai College
GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch
GEMS Wellington International School - Dubai Branch
Regent International Private School L.L.C
American School Dubai
Available Curriculums
School data from DubaiSchools.ai • KHDA ratings • Updated May 2026
Local amenities
Amenities within 2.5km walking distance • 69 total outlets near Palm Jumeirah• Click a category to explore
Somewhat Walkable
Lifestyle Scores
Data source: OpenStreetMap via Overpass API • 2.5km radius • Last updated: June 2026
Transport & Lifestyle
Based on metro, tram, bus & marine access
Based on parks, cycling tracks & local amenities
Tram Stations
Bus Routes
Parks & Recreation
Marine Transport
Travel times from Palm Jumeirah
Real drive times based on Dubai road network • Peak hours (8-10am, 5-8pm) shown
Walkable Destinations
What's Reachable by Car
Lifestyle & Recreation
Parks, beaches, cycling tracks & water activities near Palm Jumeirah
Parks & Beaches
Water Transport & Activities
Cycling Infrastructure
Airport access
Drive times from Palm Jumeirah to Dubai airports
Future: Expanding to become world's largest airport by 2040
Strategic Airport Location
Closer to Al Maktoum Airport (DWC) - Dubai's future main hub. Only 39 min drive vs 44 min to DXB.
Drive times are estimates based on distance and typical Dubai traffic patterns. Actual times may vary based on traffic conditions and route taken.
Future developmentsVery Positive outlook
Coming Soon: Dubai Harbour
Multiple major developments planned nearby including Dubai Harbour and Palm Jebel Ali Revival. Expect significant infrastructure improvements and potential property value appreciation.
Planned & Ongoing Projects (2)
Dubai Harbour
New cruise terminal and marina destination near Palm Jumeirah with retail, dining, and yacht facilities.
- Cruise tourism hub
- 1,100 yacht berths
- Waterfront dining
Palm Jebel Ali Revival
Revival of the Palm Jebel Ali project with updated master plan. Will be larger than Palm Jumeirah.
- Massive new waterfront living
- Beach access for thousands
- New hospitality destinations
Data compiled from Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, RTA announcements, developer publications, and official government sources. Project timelines are subject to change.
Active listings in Palm Jumeirah
Sale and rental listings pulled from PropertyFinder. Filter by purpose, bedrooms, or price — sort live.
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Price per sqft · 2020–2026
Median AED/sqft from DLD transactions
Median sale price by bedroom
DLD transaction records, 2020–2026
| Type | Median Price | AED/sqft | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 1.10M | 2,620 | 1,781 |
| 1 B/R | AED 2.33M | 2,177 | 3,423 |
| 2 B/R | AED 3.35M | 1,901 | 5,601 |
| 3 B/R | AED 4.90M | 1,951 | 3,206 |
| 4 B/R | AED 17.2M | 3,276 | 906 |
| 5 B/R | AED 23.5M | 2,767 | 170 |
| 6 B/R | AED 105.0M | 5,434 | 24 |
| 7 B/R | AED 46.4M | 2,687 | 28 |
Investability index
5-driver composite · v1.0
Investor-leaning. Not a buy/sell signal — cross-reference drivers before deciding.
6-month forecast
From 2025Q4 · 8 quarters of data
AED 3,559/sqft → AED 3,782/sqft
Range AED 3,479 – 4,085· +1.6 pp vs Dubai forecast (+4.7%)
Drivers
Base trend
OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo
Supply pressure
34% off-plan share — moderate incoming supply
Demand pull
Sentiment trend +0.00 over last 4q (Reddit, n=107)
OLS trend + supply pressure + sentiment momentum. Not a substitute for property-level appraisal. Methodology →
Buy vs rent
Years until buying beats renting · 25% down · 4% nominal growth
Buying breaks even in ~1.4 years — strong investment case
Median price
AED 4.53M
Annual rent
AED 258K
5.7% gross yield
Net @ 5y vs renting
+AED 1.02M
Net @ 10y vs renting
+AED 2.96M
Rental yields
Gross · last 24 months Ejari ÷ DLD median sale
-1.4 pp vs Dubai median
By bedroom type
AED 95K/yr ÷ AED 1.10M
AED 150K/yr ÷ AED 2.33M
AED 200K/yr ÷ AED 3.35M
AED 270K/yr ÷ AED 4.90M
AED 360K/yr ÷ AED 17.24M
AED 1.00M/yr ÷ AED 23.50M
AED 1.70M/yr ÷ AED 105.00M
Gross yield only — service charges (0.5–1.5%) and management costs not deducted. Confidence reflects sample size: high (≥25/25), medium (≥10/10).
Mortgage LTV
Median loan-to-value · DLD-registered mortgages
-4.7 pp vs Dubai
Avg LTV
68.1%
2026Q1
Sample
113
financed sales
Trend (3y)
-1.9 pp
12 quarters
LTV trend (last 12 quarters)
Building-level LTV
SEVEN HOTEL & APARTMENTS THE PALM - A
AED 1.06M loan ÷ AED 1.45M sale · 199 financed
THE PALM TOWER
AED 2.00M loan ÷ AED 3.40M sale · 107 financed
THE 8
AED 3.00M loan ÷ AED 5.00M sale · 75 financed
Marina Apartments 4
AED 2.87M loan ÷ AED 3.84M sale · 71 financed
Marina Apartments 3
AED 2.76M loan ÷ AED 3.49M sale · 66 financed
Marina Apartments 2
AED 2.95M loan ÷ AED 3.88M sale · 66 financed
DLD-registered mortgages only — foreign / private-bank financing not captured. Sanity-bounded to LTV ∈ [20%, 100%]. Reasonable for trends, not absolute totals.
RERA Rent Increase Calculator
Dubai Law No. 43 of 2013 — what can your landlord legally charge?
How RERA calculates the cap (Law 43 of 2013)
| Current rent vs market | Max increase |
|---|---|
| At or above market | 0% |
| Up to 10% below market | 0% |
| 11–20% below market | 5% |
| 21–30% below market | 10% |
| 31–40% below market | 15% |
| More than 40% below market | 20% |
Market rate is the RERA rental index for this community + unit type, derived from Ejari registration data. Data covers thousands of registered contracts.
Asking vs DLD
Listing prices vs DLD median · 7 listings
+1.5 pp vs Dubai
Sample-based — PropertyFinder listings only. Premium = listing psf vs DLD-realized median for the same community + bedroom mix. Methodology →
Proximity premiums
Highest-psf POIs vs area median · 28,010 transactions
Metro stations
Al Sufouh
AED 2,222/sqft · 3175 sales
Jumeirah Beach Resdency
AED 1,914/sqft · 965 sales
Mina Seyahi
AED 1,790/sqft · 3125 sales
Malls / shopping
Mall of the Emirates
AED 2,352/sqft · 1943 sales
Marina Mall
AED 1,551/sqft · 25156 sales
Landmarks
Burj Al Arab
AED 1,603/sqft · 27099 sales
Source: DLD Pulse (CC0). Premium = transactions tagged with this POI vs area median. Reflects buyer choice, not pure proximity value.
Value a unit in this community
Bedroom-specific psf, building-tier adjusted, with the actual comparables we used. Free — methodology shown.
Price Trends
Median PSF change over time
3 months
+7.4%
6 months
+20.6%
1 year
+20.1%
2 years
+29.7%
Median price per square foot (PSF), quarter-on-quarter, ending 2025Q4. From DLD transactions; monthly granularity isn't published.
| Quarter | Median/sqft | Transactions | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Q1 | AED 3,383 | 60 | -4.9% |
| 2025Q4 | AED 3,559 | 470 | +7.4% |
| 2025Q3 | AED 3,313 | 396 | +12.3% |
| 2025Q2 | AED 2,950 | 447 | -0.4% |
| 2025Q1 | AED 2,961 | 379 | -0.1% |
| 2024Q4 | AED 2,963 | 451 | +8.3% |
| 2024Q3 | AED 2,736 | 439 | +3.0% |
| 2024Q2 | AED 2,657 | 487 | +0.8% |
| 2024Q1 | AED 2,636 | 417 | -3.9% |
| 2023Q4 | AED 2,743 | 496 | -8.0% |
| 2023Q3 | AED 2,983 | 519 | +8.0% |
| 2023Q2 | AED 2,763 | 692 | +6.2% |
| 2023Q1 | AED 2,602 | 773 |
Property Mix
By Type
Room Distribution
Developers2 developers
Scores are editorial — DLD delivery record + RERA filings + industry reportsNakheel
- •Iconic waterfront locations
- •Strong government backing
- •Established communities
- •Some older stock needs renovation
- •Service charges vary
Omniyat
- •Exceptional quality
- •Unique architecture
- •Prime locations
- •Ultra-premium pricing
- •Limited availability
Area health & valuations
Healthcare, education, government housing, air quality, and official land valuations.
Real Estate Agents in Dubai
DLD-licensed agents • 39,463 registered brokers from 12,135 agencies
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All agents verified through Dubai Land Department (DLD) licensing system
Rental market in Palm Jumeirah
7,353 Ejari contracts · DLD official data
Median Annual Rent
AED 199K
Monthly Equivalent
AED 16,583
Gross Yield
4.4%
New vs Renewed
3,503 new
3,850 renewed
Rent by Bedroom Type
6 Bedrooms
88 contracts
AED 1700K/yr
AED 141,667/mo
studio Bedrooms
400 contracts
AED 95K/yr
AED 7,917/mo
1 Bedroom
1834 contracts
AED 150K/yr
AED 12,500/mo
2 Bedrooms
2698 contracts
AED 200K/yr
AED 16,667/mo
3 Bedrooms
1550 contracts
AED 270K/yr
AED 22,500/mo
4 Bedrooms
616 contracts
AED 360K/yr
AED 30,011/mo
5 Bedrooms
167 contracts
AED 1000K/yr
AED 83,333/mo
Rental market by bedrooms
Source: DLD Ejari rental contracts
Service charges
RERA-registered rates for Palm Jumeirah
Average
AED 54/sqft
By Building
Source: RERA / DLD (2025)
Off-plan projects in Palm Jumeirah
4 registered with DLD
DELLA X
DELLA LUXURY DEVELOPER L.L.C
DELLA X LUXURY PROJECT IN PALM
MARINA RESIDENCE
GOLDEN MILE
Seven Hotel and Apartments The Palm
Room-type yield matrix
Estimated gross yield by bedroom type · Ejari rental data
| Type | Avg Size | Est. Price | Annual Rent | Gross Yield | Net Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | ~42 sqm | AED 1322K | AED 60K | 7% | 6% |
| 1 B/R | ~68 sqm | AED 2141K | AED 89K | 6.4% | 5.4% |
| 2 B/R | ~98 sqm | AED 3086K | AED 118K | 5.7% | 4.8% |
| 3 B/R | ~142 sqm | AED 4471K | AED 151K | 4.7% | 4% |
| 4 B/R | ~200 sqm | AED 6297K | AED 193K | 4% | 3.4% |
Off-plan risk assessment
Five-factor risk score for buying off-plan in this community
Moderate
Overall risk score
Buildings in Palm Jumeirah
20 buildings with DLD transaction data
Passo By Beyond
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 3 B/R, 1 B/R · Near Mina Seyahi
Median/sqft
AED 6,484
Median Price
AED 10.4M
Avg Size
137.5 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
Seven Hotel and Apartments The Palm
FlatStudio, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 3,752
Median Price
AED 1.6M
Avg Size
33.4 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
SERENIA LIVING
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R · Near Mina Seyahi
Median/sqft
AED 4,711
Median Price
AED 10.8M
Avg Size
198.2 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
ROYAL AMWAJ
Flat1 B/R, Studio, 2 B/R · Near Al Sufouh
Median/sqft
AED 2,375
Median Price
AED 2.6M
Avg Size
107.6 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
GOLDEN MILE
Flat2 B/R, 3 B/R, PENTHOUSE · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 1,961
Median Price
AED 4.9M
Avg Size
332.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
THE 8
Flat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Mina Seyahi
Median/sqft
AED 4,054
Median Price
AED 5.6M
Avg Size
123.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
MARINA RESIDENCE
Flat3 B/R, 2 B/R · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 2,348
Median Price
AED 5.0M
Avg Size
226.6 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
THE PALM TOWER
FlatStudio, 1 B/R · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 4,409
Median Price
AED 2.6M
Avg Size
48.7 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
EMERALD PALACE KEMPINSKI
Flat2 B/R · Near Mina Seyahi
Median/sqft
AED 2,177
Median Price
AED 4.9M
Avg Size
183.7 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
PALM VIEWS - EAST
FlatStudio · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 219
Median Price
AED 120K
Avg Size
50.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
TIARA RESIDENCE
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R · Near Knowledge Village
Median/sqft
AED 3,130
Median Price
AED 5.6M
Avg Size
155.8 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
SERENIA RESIDENCES THE PALM
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Al Sufouh
Median/sqft
AED 3,438
Median Price
AED 6.3M
Avg Size
165.5 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Palm Beach Towers -1
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 3,386
Median Price
AED 4.2M
Avg Size
132.4 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
THE ROYAL ATLANTIS,RESORT AND RESIDENCES
Flat2 B/R, 5 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Al Sufouh
Median/sqft
AED 9,685
Median Price
AED 35.8M
Avg Size
327.7 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
Olaia Residences
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 4,028
Median Price
AED 4.8M
Avg Size
104.5 sqm
Como Residences
Off-PlanFlat4 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 5,606
Median Price
AED 57.4M
Avg Size
908.5 sqm
FAIRMONT PALM RESIDENCE
Flat2 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 2,507
Median Price
AED 5.0M
Avg Size
164.1 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
Azizi Mina
Hotel Apartment1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Al Sufouh
Median/sqft
AED 2,278
Median Price
AED 2.1M
Avg Size
88.8 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
BALQIS RESIDENCE
Flat2 B/R, 5 B/R, 6 B/R · Near Mina Seyahi
Median/sqft
AED 1,959
Median Price
AED 6.4M
Avg Size
346.3 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
VICEROY HOTEL RESORTS RESIDENCES
Flat2 B/R, Studio, 4 B/R · Near Palm Jumeirah
Median/sqft
AED 2,595
Median Price
AED 5.6M
Avg Size
180.8 sqm
Nearest Mall
Marina Mall
Per-building projection
96 buildings · ≥40 sales eachWithin Palm Jumeirah, the predictor projects each high-volume building separately — building median PSF vs community median, multiplied by the community 36-month projection.
Abu Keibal
+16.1%±7.5pp- Building PSF
- AED 1,805/sqft
- vs community
- -47.5%
- 36m horizon
- Calibrated
- •Buyer stock highly leveraged (rising rates squeeze them)
Composite of leverage trend, transaction velocity, asking-vs-realized wedge, sentiment proxy, and off-plan share. Higher = more vulnerable to a downturn. Not a buy/sell signal — context only.
Green coverage
High green coverageCounts OpenStreetMap-tagged green features (parks, gardens, woods, grass, pitches) within a 2.8km walking radius of the community centroid. Weighted score privileges named parks + established woods over generic grass strips. v2 will add ESA WorldCover 10m satellite NDVI for actual % canopy coverage — captures everything green including private gardens, road verges, and golf courses.
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Frequently asked questions about Palm Jumeirah
What is the average property price in Palm Jumeirah?
The median property price in Palm Jumeirah is AED 4,534,500, with a median price per square foot of AED 2,925. Prices have changed +10.2% year-over-year as of March 2026.
What types of properties are available in Palm Jumeirah?
Palm Jumeirah is primarily an apartment community with approximately 87% apartments and 7% villas. The most common property types include Flat (9,373), Hotel Apartment (871), Hotel Rooms (541).
How is the real estate market performing in Palm Jumeirah?
Palm Jumeirah has seen 12,367 property transactions over the past 5 years. The current year-over-year price change is +10.2%, with 3,546 transactions in the last 12 months. This data is sourced from the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
Numbers above are derived from Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction records and Ejari rental contracts as of March 2026.How we built this.