Medini Homes manages 110+ short-term rental units in Dubai, including 35 units in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Dubai Studio City and IMPZ. Over the last 12 months, a studio there generated between AED 75,000 and 92,000 in gross revenue, at 78% average occupancy. This page publishes the real ranges from our portfolio — not marketing projections.
The numbers, type by type
| Unit type | Annual range | Median | Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 75,000–92,000 | AED 86,000 | 78% | 19 |
| 1 bedroom | AED 87,000–107,000 | AED 93,000 | 78% | 8 |
| 2 bedrooms | AED 100,000–132,000 | AED 126,000 | 69% | 8 |
What these numbers tell you
JVC is Dubai's largest "affordable" residential cluster, and Studio City / IMPZ are its natural extension along Hessa Street. Purchase prices remain among the lowest in the city for new or recent stock: that is what makes the area the favourite playground of investors chasing percentage yield rather than address prestige.
The guest profile differs from Downtown: longer stays, families, professionals on assignment, budget-conscious travellers who accept a 20-minute drive in exchange for a markedly cheaper night. The direct consequence in our data: a steady 78% occupancy on studios and 1-bedrooms, with milder seasonality than the tourist districts — the summer dip exists, but residential and corporate demand cushions the fall.
The 2-bedrooms tell a different story: only 69% occupancy, because the family demand that fills them is more seasonal. When they run, though, they run well — a median of AED 126,000, near the top of their range. A 2-bedroom in JVC is a reasonable bet, but it takes more work than a studio.
Finally, the gap between the bottom and top of the studio range — AED 75,000 versus 92,000, nearly +23% — comes down almost entirely to execution: a building with pool, gym and parking, a high floor with an open view, well-chosen furniture and professional photos. In JVC more than anywhere, two studios identical on paper can be AED 15,000 apart over a year.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a studio earn on Airbnb in JVC?
Across our 19 managed studios in JVC, Studio City and IMPZ: between AED 75,000 and 92,000 gross over 12 months, median AED 86,000, average occupancy 78%. Gross revenue, cleaning fees included, before management commission and charges.
What occupancy can you expect in JVC and Studio City?
78% on average for studios and 1-bedrooms across our portfolio, 69% for 2-bedrooms. Demand here is more residential than event-driven, so it is steadier through the year than in the tourist districts.
Is JVC more profitable than Downtown Dubai?
In absolute terms, no: a 1-bedroom in Downtown / Business Bay generates a median of AED 129,000 versus AED 93,000 in JVC. But relative to purchase price — much lower in JVC — the percentage yield is often higher. It depends on your goal: maximum cash flow or return on capital.
Do these figures include expenses?
No. These are gross revenues, cleaning fees included, before management commission, platform commissions, DEWA, cooling, service charge and tourist dirham. Expect an owner net of roughly 45–50% of gross — the line-by-line breakdown is in our article on Dubai short-let apartment returns.
Do you need a licence to run a short-term rental in JVC?
Yes, the DET Holiday Home licence is mandatory for any short-term rental in Dubai, JVC included. We handle application and renewal for our owners — see our guide on the DET licence for non-residents.