Mankhool vs Mina Rashid:
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 Mankhool are 2% higher than in Mina Rashid (DLD Ejari, Nov 2025 – Nov 2026, 3,051 leases).
Our Verdict
Mina Rashid is about 2% cheaper to rent: a 1BR costs AED 64K a year, against AED 65K in Mankhool.
Mankhool
- Median 1BR Rent/Year
- AED 65K
- Median Home Price
- AED 2.9M(villas)
- Transactions
- 227
Mina Rashid
- Median 1BR Rent/Year
- AED 64K
- Median Home Price
- AED 2.35M(apartments)
- Transactions
- 10,093
Quick Comparison
| Metric | Mankhool | Mina Rashid | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median 1BR Rent/Year | AED 65K | AED 64K | Mina Rashid lower |
| Rental Yield | Data not available | 3.2% | — |
| Median Home Price | AED 2.9Mvillas | AED 2.35Mapartments | — |
| Transactions | 227 | 10,093 | Mina Rashid higher |
| Sales and rent figures for Mina Rashid cover the whole DLD area Madinat Dubai Almelaheyah, which includes neighbouring communities. | |||
Rent by Apartment Size
| Size | Mankhool | Mina Rashid |
|---|---|---|
| Studiounder 50 sqm | AED 54K | — |
| 1BR50-90 sqm | AED 65K | AED 64K |
| 2BR90-145 sqm | AED 85K | AED 82K |
| 3BR145-230 sqm | AED 110K | AED 107K |
| 4BR+230+ sqm | AED 83K | — |
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.
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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.