1BR Price in Intl City 2026 — DLD Data

The median price of a one-bedroom apartment in International City is AED 510,000, with a median rate of AED 693 per sqft. DLD recorded 780 transactions in this segment over 12 months, indicating an active market. This format appeals to buyers seeking an accessible entry point and investors targeting broad rental demand.

Key metrics (июль 2026)

Source: DLD area_roi_summary, июль 2026. Weighted medians by transaction count. Individual unit may differ.

1-bedroom (1BR) vs other unit types

What drives 1BR prices here

One-bedroom pricing in International City is shaped primarily by the specific cluster, building condition, layout, management quality and access to major roads. As the district is well established, the secondary market can show a meaningful difference between well-maintained buildings and properties with unresolved operational issues. The AED 510,000 median positions the segment as an accessible option by Dubai standards, although the supplied data does not include a citywide median for a precise numerical comparison. Liquidity is supported by 780 transactions over 12 months and demand from both end users and investors. International City as a whole has a median annual rent of AED 36,000 and a gross yield of 8.8%, but these figures should not be treated as the guaranteed return of an individual one-bedroom unit. When comparing off-plan and resale options, buyers should look beyond the entry price: a completed property allows inspection of the building and its rental potential, while off-plan carries handover-timing and final-quality risks.

Risks to account for

1. Building condition and management quality can vary even within the same cluster, so buyers should inspect common areas, building systems and management records. 2. The district-wide gross yield of 8.8% does not guarantee the same return for a specific one-bedroom unit, as vacancy, apartment condition and ownership costs affect the actual result. 3. Off-plan purchases carry handover-timing and final-quality risks, while resale properties may have concealed defects or unresolved maintenance issues.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a one-bedroom apartment cost in International City?

According to the July 2026 DLD data, the median price is AED 510,000 and the median rate is AED 693 per sqft. These are transaction-based benchmarks, not fixed prices for every property.

How should I assess the right size for a one-bedroom unit?

The supplied data does not include a median unit size. Compare layout efficiency and usable space, then assess the asking price against the AED 693 per sqft median while accounting for the condition of the building and apartment.

What yield can a one-bedroom apartment generate?

International City as a whole has a median annual rent of AED 36,000 and a gross yield of 8.8%. There is no separate yield figure for one-bedroom units, so the return should be calculated for the specific property after allowing for costs and vacancy.

How do I choose a developer or building?

Review the property's delivery and maintenance history, common areas, management quality and unit documentation. The individual building matters more than the district's general reputation, and the supplied dataset does not rank developers.

What should I check about building management?

Inspect common-area upkeep, building systems, access control, repair history and the transparency of owner charges. Weak management can reduce rental appeal and resale liquidity even when the purchase price looks attractive.