Al Jaddaf vs Meydan Avenue:
Which Is Better to Live In?
Data-driven comparison of two popular Dubai areas. Compare rent prices, property values, yields, lifestyle, and commute to make an informed decision.
1BR rents in Al Jaddaf are 10% lower than in Meydan Avenue (DLD Ejari, Nov 2025 – Nov 2026, 4,321 leases).
Our Verdict
Al Jaddaf is about 10% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 68K a year, against AED 76K in Meydan Avenue. Homes also sell for less in Al Jaddaf: a median AED 1.23M, against AED 1.4M in Meydan Avenue. Meydan Avenue offers higher rental yields, making it potentially better for investors seeking returns.
Al Jaddaf
- Median 1BR Rent/Year
- AED 68K
- Median Home Price
- AED 1.23M(apartments)
- Transactions
- 9,122
Meydan Avenue
- Median 1BR Rent/Year
- AED 76K
- Median Home Price
- AED 1.4M(apartments)
- Transactions
- 7,383
Quick Comparison
| Metric | Al Jaddaf | Meydan Avenue | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median 1BR Rent/Year | AED 68K | AED 76K | Al Jaddaf lower |
| Rental Yield | 5.4% | 6.4% | Meydan Avenue higher |
| Median Home Price | AED 1.23Mapartments | AED 1.4Mapartments | Al Jaddaf lower |
| Transactions | 9,122 | 7,383 | Al Jaddaf higher |
| Sales and rent figures for Meydan Avenue cover the whole DLD area Nad Al Shiba First, which includes neighbouring communities. | |||
| Metro Access | Data not available | No metro station within 3 km | — |
Rent by Apartment Size
| Size | Al Jaddaf | Meydan Avenue |
|---|---|---|
| Studiounder 50 sqm | AED 52K | AED 55K |
| 1BR50-90 sqm | AED 68K | AED 76K |
| 2BR90-145 sqm | AED 85K | AED 111K |
| 3BR145-230 sqm | AED 116K | AED 132K |
| 4BR+230+ sqm | AED 135K | AED 175K |
| 3-bedroom villa | — | AED 300K |
| 4-bedroom villa | — | AED 310K |
| 5-bedroom villa | — | AED 600K |
| 6-bedroom villa | — | AED 550K |
Median annual rent of registered Ejari leases, 2025-11-08 to 2026-11-02. Ejari does not record bedrooms for apartments, so rents are grouped by floor area; the bedroom type shown is the usual one at that size.
Median Sale Price by Year
Median price of all sales registered with the Dubai Land Department each year. Years with fewer than 20 sales are left out.
Lifestyle & Commute
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Meydan Avenue
Metro: No metro station within 3 km
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Data Methodology
Rental Yield: Gross yield = median annual rent of registered leases ÷ median price of ready (not off-plan) sales of the same kind of home, both from Dubai Land Department data. Shown for Dubai areas only.
Average Rent: Median annual rent of registered Ejari residential leases for 50–90 m² flats (the typical 1-bedroom size). Shown for Dubai areas only.
Transaction Data: Sourced from Dubai Land Department. Transaction counts may be zero for areas with limited direct reporting, even where rental activity exists.
Anomaly Flagging: Values marked ⚠ are statistically unusual for the area and may reflect premium property mixes, data aggregation errors, or limited sample sizes.
Disclaimer: This comparison is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Property prices, rents, and yields are based on 2026 market data and may vary. Always consult a licensed real estate advisor before making investment decisions.