2BR Price in Science Park 2026 — DLD Data

The median 2-bedroom price in Dubai Science Park is AED 2,330,000 at AED 1,528 per sqft — implying a typical unit size of around 1,520–1,530 sqft. Over the past 12 months, 554 transactions closed in this segment, making it a focused but real market rather than a marginal niche. The typical buyer is a dual-income couple or small family employed in the free zone or a neighbouring business cluster, or a buy-to-let investor targeting long-term professional tenants. The live-work proximity the area offers creates genuine demand for properly sized apartments, not just compact units.

Key metrics (июль 2026)

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

2-bedroom (2BR) vs other unit types

What drives 2BR prices here

At AED 1,528 per sqft, 2BR units trade at a meaningful discount to studio PSF (AED 2,027) and below the district median of AED 1,729 — the standard size-discount dynamic where larger units command lower per-sqft values but higher ticket prices. The AED 2,330,000 median is roughly 70% above the 1BR level, which narrows the buyer pool and explains why 2BRs account for about 10% of district transaction volume. Several structural factors hold prices up. The free zone's employment base — pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and technology firms — creates a tenant pool of professionals with stable incomes who pay a premium to live close to work. Road connectivity via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road widens the catchment, drawing renters employed across Al Barsha, Motor City, and JVC as well. District-wide price appreciation of +8.2% over 12 months reflects real demand rather than speculative rotation. In Dubai terms, AED 1,528 per sqft sits in the mid-range band — above commodity suburban stock, well below prime waterfront. The 2BR segment here is fundamentally a long-hold rental play rather than a quick-flip market. Off-plan launches in the zone typically price above resale comps at launch, with the gap reflecting deferred payment convenience and newness; resale units offer immediate cash flow and eliminate construction risk.

Risks to account for

**Thinner exit liquidity than smaller units.** With 554 deals per year, the 2BR resale market averages around 46 transactions per month across the whole district — compared to more than 200 per month for studios. If you need to sell in a soft market or against a deadline, expect longer days-on-market and a larger discount to achieve a quick exit. **Rental demand is structurally tied to free zone activity.** Dubai Science Park is not a generic residential catchment — it is a cluster anchored by a specific business environment. A slowdown in pharma or cosmetics sector activity, corporate relocations out of the zone, or a broader free-zone occupancy dip flows directly into residential vacancy. The 2BR segment, whose natural tenant is a professional family, is more exposed to this dynamic than studios, which attract a broader renter base. **Lower per-sqft capital upside relative to smaller units.** The 2BR PSF of AED 1,528 is materially below the studio PSF of AED 2,027. If district prices appreciate uniformly by percentage, the absolute gain per sqft on a 2BR will be smaller. Investors modelling capital appreciation should factor this gap in rather than assuming all segments move in lockstep.

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for a 2-bedroom apartment in Dubai Science Park?

Based on DLD transaction data for the past 12 months, the median 2BR price is AED 2,330,000 at AED 1,528 per sqft — implying a typical unit size of around 1,520–1,530 sqft at the median. The actual transaction range is wider: older or smaller units traded below the median, while new off-plan launches closed above it.

What rental yield can I expect on a 2BR here?

Segment-specific yield data for 2BRs is not broken out in the DLD summary. The district-wide gross yield is 6.3% against a median rent of AED 66,000 per year. Larger units generally yield less than the district average on a per-sqft basis. We'd recommend modelling yield against the specific unit's asking price and current market rents rather than using the district figure directly.

How liquid is the 2BR resale market?

There were 554 2BR transactions over 12 months — about 46 per month across the district. That compares to more than 200 per month for studios and a similar volume for 1BRs. Budget 2–3 months to sell in normal conditions; expect that to stretch in a softer market. Price it right from day one if speed matters.

Which developers are active in Dubai Science Park and how do I vet them?

The area has a mix of established and smaller developers. For off-plan, check the project's escrow account registration on DLD's Oqood portal and the developer's delivery track record. For resale, construction risk is behind you — focus instead on the building's condition, the management company's reputation, and the registered service charge rate.

What are typical service charges for a 2BR in this area?

Service charge covers common area maintenance, security, elevators, landscaping, and property management. Rates vary by building. For a 2BR around 1,500 sqft, the annual service charge is a meaningful holding cost. The rate per sqft per year is registered with RERA and publicly available — check it in the building's fact sheet before you sign.