Rental yield calculator (UAE)
Gross rental yield = annual rent ÷ property price. Net yield deducts service charges, maintenance, insurance, management fees and empty periods. A AED 1.6 million apartment let at AED 110,000 a year has a gross yield of 6.9%; after AED 23,000 of costs and 2 empty weeks the net yield is about 5.2%.
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- Gross yield
- 6.88%
- Net rental income
- AED 82,769.23
- Net yield
- 5.17%
Rent earned personally from real estate investment, without a licence, is generally outside UAE corporate tax.
Results are estimates for general information, not tailored advice.
Yield on a AED 1.6m apartment
Service charges AED 15,000; other costs AED 8,000; 2 empty weeks.
| Annual rent | Gross yield | Net yield |
|---|---|---|
| AED 90,000 | 5.63% | 3.97% |
| AED 110,000 | 6.88% | 5.17% |
| AED 130,000 | 8.13% | 6.38% |
Net yield is what you actually earn; agents usually quote gross.
Tax on rental income
Individuals who earn rent from UAE property in their personal capacity, without a business licence, are generally outside corporate tax. Property held in a company is taxed at 9% on profits above AED 375,000. Residential rent is exempt from VAT; commercial rent is standard-rated at 5%.
Legal basis
We review this calculator whenever the FTA or Ministry of Finance issues a new decision or clarification.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good rental yield in Dubai?
Net yields of 5–7% are common for apartments; villas often yield less. Compare net, not gross.
Do I pay tax on rental income in Dubai?
Not as an individual investor without a licence. Companies pay corporate tax on rental profits.
Accounting for property owners and families
Own property through a company or run a family business? We keep the books, handle VAT and corporate tax, and give you clear yearly figures.