Majan 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 Majan are 26% lower than in Meydan Avenue (DLD Ejari, Nov 2025 – Nov 2026, 2,567 leases).
Our Verdict
Majan is about 26% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 56K a year, against AED 76K in Meydan Avenue. Homes also sell for less in Majan: a median AED 890K, against AED 1.4M in Meydan Avenue. Majan offers higher rental yields, making it potentially better for investors seeking returns.
Majan
- Median 1BR Rent/Year
- AED 56K
- Median Home Price
- AED 890K(apartments)
- Transactions
- 16,909
Meydan Avenue
- Median 1BR Rent/Year
- AED 76K
- Median Home Price
- AED 1.4M(apartments)
- Transactions
- 7,383
Quick Comparison
| Metric | Majan | Meydan Avenue | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median 1BR Rent/Year | AED 56K | AED 76K | Majan lower |
| Rental Yield | 7.8% | 6.4% | Majan higher |
| Median Home Price | AED 890Kapartments | AED 1.4Mapartments | Majan lower |
| Transactions | 16,909 | 7,383 | Majan higher |
| Sales and rent figures for Majan cover the whole DLD area Wadi Al Safa 3, which includes neighbouring communities. | |||
| 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 | Majan | Meydan Avenue |
|---|---|---|
| Studiounder 50 sqm | AED 40K | AED 55K |
| 1BR50-90 sqm | AED 56K | AED 76K |
| 2BR90-145 sqm | AED 80K | AED 111K |
| 3BR145-230 sqm | AED 105K | AED 132K |
| 4BR+230+ sqm | AED 380K | AED 175K |
| 3-bedroom villa | AED 160K | AED 300K |
| 4-bedroom villa | AED 185K | AED 310K |
| 5-bedroom villa | AED 568K | AED 600K |
| 6-bedroom villa | AED 270K | 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.