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Dubai Investment Park Second vs Sports City:
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 Dubai Investment Park Second are 9% lower than in Sports City (DLD Ejari, Nov 2025 – Nov 2026, 3,994 leases).

data to 3 Nov 2026Reviewed by Waqov Research Team

Our Verdict

Dubai Investment Park Second is about 9% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 50K a year, against AED 55K in Sports City. Homes sell for less in Sports City, though: a median AED 685K, against AED 1.12M in Dubai Investment Park Second.

Dubai Investment Park Second

Median 1BR Rent/Year
AED 50K
Median Home Price
AED 1.12M(apartments)
Transactions
9,224

Sports City

Median 1BR Rent/Year
AED 55K
Median Home Price
AED 685K(apartments)
Transactions
25,954

Quick Comparison

MetricDubai Investment Park SecondSports City
Median 1BR Rent/YearAED 50KAED 55K
Rental Yield8.6%Data not available
Median Home PriceAED 1.12MapartmentsAED 685Kapartments
Transactions9,22425,954
Sales and rent figures for Sports City cover the whole DLD area Al Hebiah Fourth, which includes neighbouring communities.
LifestyleN/AFamily-Friendly, Busy
Metro AccessData not availableNo metro station within 3 km
Traffic LevelData not availableModerate

Rent by Apartment Size

SizeDubai Investment Park SecondSports City
Studiounder 50 sqmAED 35KAED 40K
1BR50-90 sqmAED 50KAED 55K
2BR90-145 sqmAED 61KAED 75K
3BR145-230 sqmAED 75KAED 92K
4BR+230+ sqm—AED 125K
3-bedroom villa—AED 195K
4-bedroom villa—AED 300K
5-bedroom villa—AED 500K

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

Dubai Investment Park Second, Dubai

Dubai Investment Park Second

Sports City, Dubai

Sports City

Lifestyle: Family-Friendly, Busy

Metro: No metro station within 3 km

Traffic: Moderate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better to live in: Dubai Investment Park Second or Sports City?

Dubai Investment Park Second is about 9% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 50K a year, against AED 55K in Sports City. Homes sell for less in Sports City, though: a median AED 685K, against AED 1.12M in Dubai Investment Park Second.

Which is cheaper: Dubai Investment Park Second or Sports City?

Dubai Investment Park Second is cheaper. Average 1BR annual rent in Dubai Investment Park Second is approximately AED 50K, which is AED 5K less than Sports City at AED 55K per year.

Which has better property prices: Dubai Investment Park Second or Sports City?

Sports City has lower average property prices at AED 685K, compared to AED 1.12M in Dubai Investment Park Second.

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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.