Abu Dhabi average 1-bed rent: AED 70,000/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +6.5% Abu Dhabi rents shown as annual figures Al Reem Island leads new supply 5% cap keeps increases moderate Rent contracts must be registered with Tawtheeq. Rent increases are capped at 5% per year. Abu Dhabi average 1-bed rent: AED 70,000/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +6.5% Abu Dhabi rents shown as annual figures Al Reem Island leads new supply 5% cap keeps increases moderate Rent contracts must be registered with Tawtheeq. Rent increases are capped at 5% per year.
United Arab Emirates · Rent guide
Abu Dhabi Rent Index 2026
Average rent costs by neighbourhood, yearly rent increases and tenant rights in Abu Dhabi. The typical one-bedroom rent is AED 70,000 per month, up 6.5% year on year.
Average rent by neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms | Yearly increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corniche | AED 90,000 | AED 140,000 | +6% |
| Al Reem Island | AED 75,000 | AED 115,000 | +7.2% |
| Saadiyat Island | AED 110,000 | AED 170,000 | +5.8% |
| Khalifa City | AED 55,000 | AED 80,000 | +6.9% |
Indicative 2026 figures (per month, AED). Compare with real tenant-reported rents on RentScore.
Tenant rights in Abu Dhabi
- Rent contracts must be registered with Tawtheeq.
- Rent increases are capped at 5% per year.
- Landlords must give 2 months' notice before eviction at contract end.
- Disputes go to the Abu Dhabi Rental Dispute Settlement Committee.
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