In short
- Our managed units in MBR City and Meydan: studios run at 87% occupancy, the portfolio record, median AED 91,000.
- Real ranges: studio AED 88,000 to 97,000 gross a year, 1-bedroom AED 80,000 to 104,000, median AED 102,000.
- Method: gross revenue before management commission, P25 to P75 of managed units with at least 180 active nights, source Hostaway.
The real ranges from our managed units in Mohammed Bin Rashid (MBR) City and Meydan, over 12 months.
The numbers, type by type
| Unit type | Annual range | Median | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 88,000–97,000 | AED 91,000 | 87% |
| 1 bedroom | AED 80,000–104,000 | AED 102,000 | 81% |
What these numbers tell you
Downtown's immediate ring: new residences, a lagoon, green space, about ten minutes from the Burj Khalifa. The rising area: 87% occupancy on studios, our portfolio record, ahead of Downtown and JVC.
For guests: a new building with a pool, ten minutes from Downtown, at a markedly cheaper nightly rate. Short-let supply stays limited: calendars fill all year.
1-bedrooms follow at 81%. Their median (AED 102,000) sits against the top of the range: units with weaker exposure or finish make the bottom. Building and orientation make all the difference.
Guests: couples, mid-stay travellers who want Downtown without its prices, and more and more families. The area's profile rises every year. A studio here is a bet on record occupancy and an appreciating address.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a studio earn on Airbnb in MBR City or Meydan?
Across the studios we manage in the area: between AED 88,000 and 97,000 gross over 12 months, median AED 91,000, 87% occupancy. Gross revenue, cleaning fees included, before management commission and charges.
Why is occupancy so high in MBR City?
Unbeatable value for money for guests (brand-new buildings with pools, ten minutes from Downtown, at a markedly cheaper nightly rate) and a short-let supply still limited relative to demand. The result: 87% on studios and 81% on 1-bedrooms, the best rates in our portfolio.
MBR City or JVC for a short-let studio?
Medians are close (AED 91,000 versus AED 86,000 in JVC / Studio City), but occupancy is markedly higher in MBR City (87% versus 78%), with a tighter range. The stock is newer, purchase prices generally a notch above. The right choice depends on budget and the specific unit.
What about a 2-bedroom in MBR City or Meydan?
Our 2-bedroom sample in the area is too small to publish a reliable range. We only publish solid numbers. For a 2-bedroom, we build an individual projection from area comparables.
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. See also our guide on the DET licence for non-residents.