Calculate your rental income Dubai
Do you want to invest in Dubai real estate and know what it really pays? With our Dubai rental income calculation tool you get instant insight into your gross and net returns. You enter the purchase price, annual rent and costs and immediately see how your investment is performing.
Our calculator takes into account:
Gross return: total rental income divided by investment.
Net return: rental income minus costs (service charge, management, maintenance, vacancy).
This gives you a realistic picture of your annual cash flow and comparison between projects.
Sample calculation
A flat in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) of AED 1,000,000 with AED 80,000 rent per year and AED 21,800 in fees:
Gross return Dubai: 7,7%
Net returns Dubai: 5,5%
Converted at 1 EUR = 4.0 AED, this gives an annual cash flow of about €14,500.
Realistic scenarios 2025
Because costs and vacancy rates vary, we always calculate with three scenarios:
Conservative: net approx. 4-4.5% (higher vacancy and service charges).
Realistic: net around 5% (most common outcome for 2025).
Optimistic: 6% or more in popular neighbourhoods with low vacancy rates.
With this bandwidth, you can use your Dubai rental income calculation and instantly see which property option best fits your profile.
Start your calculation now
Use the calculator above, enter your details and find out your expected return in 2 minutes. Do you want to calculate deeper with IRR, funding or payment plans? Our team will be happy to create a personalised model for you.
FAQ - Calculating rental income Dubai
1. How do I quickly calculate my net rental income in Dubai?
Use the formula: (Annual rent - annual cost) / Total investment. Include Dubai Land Department (DLD) costs and purchase fees in the investment.
2. What costs should I include in rental income calculation Dubai?
Main items: service charge, property management fee, maintenance/reserve, insurance, vacancy and leasing commission.
3. What is a realistic net return in Dubai in 2025?
On average, the net return is between 4% and 6%, depending on location, property type and vacancy rate.
