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Dubai
4BR4 Bath10764 sqft
90,000,000 AED
Luxury Apartments for Sale in Dubai
Quick answer
Luxury apartments in Dubai usually start around AED 3 million and run past AED 100 million for branded penthouses. The main areas are Palm Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and JBR, Business Bay's branded towers, Bluewaters Island and Jumeirah Bay. Foreigners can buy them freehold, and any property worth AED 2 million or more can count towards a 10-year UAE Golden Visa.
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Key facts
- Live listings
- 32
- Live asking prices
- AED 3,250,000 – AED 90,000,000
- Price threshold on this page
- AED 3,000,000+
- Golden Visa
- Eligible from AED 2M property value
- Ownership
- Freehold for all nationalities
- Typical service charges
- About AED 20–45 per sq ft a year
32 Luxury Apartments for Sale in Dubai Listed Now
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Dubai
3BR3 Bath2615 sqft
50,000,000 AED
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Dubai
5BR5 Bath4252 sqft
40,000,000 AED
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READY TO MOVE4BR Corner Apartment Bluewaters Residences | Terrace | Sea View
Dubai
4BR4 Bath2530 sqft
23,520,000 AED
READY TO MOVE3BR Apartment Bluewaters Residences | Full Sea & Ain View | Distress
Dubai
3BR3 Bath2100 sqft
21,200,000 AED
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Best Areas for Luxury Apartments in Dubai
| Area | Typical asking price | Why buyers choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Jumeirah | AED 3.5M – 100M+ | Beachfront branded residences and sea-view penthouses |
| Downtown Dubai | AED 3M – 30M+ | Burj Khalifa and fountain views, walk to Dubai Mall |
| Dubai Marina & JBR | AED 3M – 15M | Full-sea-view towers, beach and marina promenades |
| Business Bay | AED 3M – 30M+ | Canal-front branded towers next to Downtown |
| Bluewaters Island | AED 3M – 12M | Low-density island living beside Ain Dubai |
| Jumeirah Bay Island | AED 10M+ | Ultra-prime private island with branded residences |
Indicative bands, not live availability. Confirm the unit's price, service charges and condition before deciding.
What Counts as a Luxury Apartment in Dubai?
Price alone does not make an apartment luxury, but in Dubai the label usually means an asking price of AED 3 million or more, combined with at least two of: a prime address, an unobstructed sea, Marina or Burj Khalifa view, a branded or hotel-serviced tower, large layouts with private terraces or pools, and five-star amenities such as concierge, valet and private lounges.
Branded residences carry a hotel or fashion brand and are run to that brand's standards. In Dubai the names include Bulgari, Armani, Dorchester Collection, Bugatti, Six Senses, Mandarin Oriental and Ritz-Carlton. They typically sell at a premium to non-branded towers nearby and charge higher service fees.
Buying a Luxury Apartment: Mortgage, Visa and Running Costs
UAE Central Bank rules cap a first-home mortgage above AED 5 million at 70% of the value for expatriate residents, so plan for a 30% deposit on most luxury purchases, plus fees. Non-residents are usually offered lower loan-to-value ratios. A property worth AED 2 million or more can support a 10-year Golden Visa application; confirm the current criteria with the authorities before you rely on it.
Service charges in luxury towers commonly run from about AED 20 to AED 45 per sq ft a year, and more in some branded buildings. On a 2,500 sq ft apartment, that is roughly AED 50,000–110,000 a year. Ask for the building's current RERA-approved service charge before making an offer.
Buying Costs in Dubai
On top of the price, budget about 6–7%: the 4% Dubai Land Department (DLD) transfer fee plus a AED 580 admin fee, the AED 4,000 + VAT registration trustee fee, and agency commission of typically 2% + VAT. With a mortgage, add 0.25% of the loan plus AED 290 for mortgage registration, along with bank valuation and arrangement fees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Luxury apartments in Dubai typically start around AED 3 million. Expect roughly AED 3M–15M in Dubai Marina and JBR, AED 3M–30M+ in Downtown Dubai and Business Bay's branded towers, and AED 3.5M to over AED 100M on Palm Jumeirah. Live listings on this page currently range from AED 3,250,000 to AED 90,000,000.
- Palm Jumeirah suits buyers who want beachfront and branded residences; Downtown Dubai suits buyers who want Burj Khalifa views and a central address; Dubai Marina and JBR offer full-sea views at lower prices per sq ft; Business Bay has newer branded towers on the canal; Jumeirah Bay Island is the most exclusive option.
- Yes. A property investment of AED 2 million or more can qualify for the 10-year UAE Golden Visa, and every apartment on this page is priced above that. Mortgaged and off-plan properties can qualify under conditions, so confirm eligibility with the authorities before relying on it.
- Yes. Every major luxury apartment area, including Palm Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Business Bay and Bluewaters Island, is a designated freehold zone, so any nationality can buy without UAE residency. The Dubai Land Department issues the title deed in the buyer's name.
- Luxury apartments usually earn lower gross yields than mid-market units, commonly around 4–6%, because prices per sq ft are higher and service charges are larger. Buyers at this level often weigh capital preservation, lifestyle and visa eligibility alongside income. Check achieved rents in the same building before buying.