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Al Muraqqabat vs Port Saeed:
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 Muraqqabat are 12% higher than in Port Saeed (DLD Ejari, Nov 2025 – Nov 2026, 4,529 leases).

data to 29 Oct 2026Reviewed by Waqov Research Team

Our Verdict

Port Saeed is about 11% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 50K a year, against AED 56K in Al Muraqqabat.

Al Muraqqabat

Median 1BR Rent/Year
AED 56K
Median Home Price
Data not available
Transactions
228

Port Saeed

Median 1BR Rent/Year
AED 50K
Median Home Price
AED 1.37M(apartments)
Transactions
460

Quick Comparison

MetricAl MuraqqabatPort Saeed
Median 1BR Rent/YearAED 56KAED 50K
Rental YieldData not availableData not available
Median Home PriceData not availableAED 1.37Mapartments
Transactions228460

Rent by Apartment Size

SizeAl MuraqqabatPort Saeed
Studiounder 50 sqmAED 54KAED 48K
1BR50-90 sqmAED 56KAED 50K
2BR90-145 sqmAED 85KAED 84K
3BR145-230 sqmAED 102KAED 110K
4BR+230+ sqmAED 85KAED 70K

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better to live in: Al Muraqqabat or Port Saeed?

Port Saeed is about 11% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 50K a year, against AED 56K in Al Muraqqabat.

Which is cheaper: Al Muraqqabat or Port Saeed?

Port Saeed is cheaper. Average 1BR annual rent in Port Saeed is approximately AED 50K, which is AED 6K less than Al Muraqqabat at AED 56K per year.

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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.