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Dubai's most affordable district — 8%+ yields at a low entry price.

International City

International City is a budget-friendly residential district in Dubai, split into two parts: Clusters (the older area, built in international architectural styles) and Phase 2 (Warsan 4) (the newer, more modern area). Rental yields are exceptionally high — ~8.15% in Phase 2 — and Phase 2 recorded price growth of 22.36% YoY in 2025–2026, one of the strongest in Dubai. The average price per sqm is very low (~AED 1,056), making the district an ideal entry point for budget-conscious buy-to-let investors.

Master developer Nakheel Established 2005 (Clusters) Clusters (England, France, Italy, China, Russia, Persia, Spain, Morocco, Greece) · Phase 2 (Warsan 4) Affordable residential · Low-to-mid-rise
~8.15%
Rental Yield (Phase 2)
~1,056 AED
Average Price per sqm
+22.36%
Capital Growth YoY
CONNECTIVITY

Where International City sits.

A district with good access to the E311. Its proximity to Academic City and DXB drives rental demand from students and airline crew.

Drive times

Dragon Mart~5 min
Mirdif City Centre~10 min
Academic City~10 min
DXB Airport~15 min
Downtown / Burj Khalifa~25 min

Metro & transport

None
Nearest station today: Etisalat Metro Station (Green Line, ~15 min)
No direct metro access to the district. Bus services run mainly to Etisalat and Centrepoint.

Major roads

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed RoadE311
Al Awir RoadE44
NEIGHBORHOOD LIFE

A full life — without leaving.

Education

  • Educational institutions near Academic City (~10 min)
  • Greenwood International School
  • Nurseries within the clusters

Healthcare

  • Aster Clinic International City
  • Medcare Hospital (~10 min)
  • Clinics within each cluster

Shopping

  • Dragon Mart 1 + 2 (~5 min) — the vast Chinese trading mall
  • Mirdif City Centre (~10 min)
  • Supermarkets within each cluster

Leisure

  • Internal parks in every cluster
  • Chinese, Pakistani, Indian and Russian restaurants
  • Dragon Mart Mall — shops and dining

Landmarks

  • Dragon Mart — the largest Chinese marketplace in the Middle East
  • 9 internationally themed clusters — architecture designed around different cultures
THE DATA

The numbers. No fluff.

International City is the most affordable of Dubai's leading investment districts. In 2026 the market split clearly in two: Clusters (the older area) offers the highest yields (9–10%) but carries the risk of ageing maintenance and less selective tenants. Phase 2 (Warsan 4) is the more modern, higher-quality option, where prices rose 22.36% YoY in 2025–2026.

8–10%
Gross rental yield · city avg ~6.8%
700–1,100 AED/sqft
Current price · per sq.ft
10–15 AED per sqm AED/sqft
Service charge · per year
Avg. price per sq.ft · 2022–2026 ▲ +100% over 4 years (Clusters); +22% YoY in Phase 2
20222023202420252026
Studio (Clusters)9–10%
Studio / 1BR (Phase 2)8–8.5%
2BR Apartment7–8%
FIGURES INDICATIVE, NOT A GUARANTEE · AS OF 2026-05-26
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who International City suits best.

A strong fit if you're…
  • Budget-conscious buy-to-let investors (studios from AED 250–350K in Clusters)
  • Investors seeking the highest yields in Dubai (8–10%)
  • Phase 2 investors targeting capital growth plus yield (22% YoY)
Look elsewhere if you want…
  • Those seeking a premium or well-established neighbourhood — Clusters is budget-tier with variable maintenance
  • Those who need metro access — there is no nearby station
23 PROJECTS IN INTERNATIONAL CITY

What's available right now.

Live from the catalog — sorted cheapest first.

OFF-PLAN
Laraix Developer

Zyra Vista by Laraix at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q2 2027
From
459,196AED
OFF-PLAN
AMBER Developments

Zenith by Amber at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q1 2028
From
471,000AED
OFF-PLAN
AYAT Development

Ayami Residence by AYAT at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q4 2028
From
473,600AED
OFF-PLAN
GFS Developments

GFS Coventry 2 at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1 Bedroom Handover Q2 2028
From
474,165AED
OFF-PLAN

Moonsa Residences 2 at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1 Bedroom Handover Q4 2025
From
486,395AED
PRE-LAUNCH
[GFS Coventry Residence 2 at International City, Dubai]
GFS Developments

GFS Coventry Residence 2 at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
492,000AED
OFF-PLAN
Zedor Development

Ventana Residences by Zedor at International City, Dubai

Retail, Studio, 1 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
525,000AED
OFF-PLAN
Maak Dream One Properties

Aizel Tower at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1 Bedroom Handover Q1 2027
From
544,050AED
OFF-PLAN
YIGO Developments

Listone Residence at Dubai International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
550,000AED
OFF-PLAN
Valores Property Development LLC

Elevia Residences by Valores at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q1 2027
From
550,000AED
PRE-LAUNCH
Black Soil Developer

Linden Residences at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q4 2026
From
550,812AED
PRE-LAUNCH
Anax Developments

ANAX Kyomi Residence at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
560,661AED
OFF-PLAN
Valores Property Development LLC

Elevia Residences III at Warsan Fourth, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
565,000AED
OFF-PLAN
HZ Development

Sports View 2 at International City Phase 2, Dubai

Studio, 1-3 Bedroom Handover Q1 2027
From
583,793AED
OFF-PLAN
YIGO Developments

Yigo 26 at International City, Dubai

Retail Space, Studio, 1 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
705,888AED
OFF-PLAN

Moonsa Residences at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q1 2025
From
803,621AED
OFF-PLAN
JHK Developments

JHK Tavora Residences at Warsan 4, International City, Dubai

1-2 Bedroom Handover Q4 2026
From
822,777AED
OFF-PLAN
Deniz Real Estate Development

08 Life Residences at International City, Dubai

1-2 Bedroom Handover Q2 2026
From
877,019AED
READY

Dugasta 7 Seasons at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Ready
From
983,610AED
READY

Dugasta Warsan at International City, Dubai

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Ready
From
1,166,075AED
OFF-PLAN
YIGO Developments

Longfor International Center at International City, Dubai

Office Handover Q3 2027
From
1,389,888AED
PRE-LAUNCH
Tomorrow World Group

Tomorrow Commercial Tower at International City, Dubai

Office Space Handover Q1 2027
From
PRE-LAUNCH
Modelux Development

Modelux Vio Residences at International City, Dubai

Will Be Updated Soon Handover Announcing - Soon
From
GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about International City.

What is the difference between Clusters and Phase 2?+

Clusters is the older area (from 2005), built in the styles of 9 cultures (England, France, Italy, China, Russia, Persia, Spain, Morocco, Greece). Yields are very high (9–10%) but the properties are older. Phase 2 (Warsan 4) is new and modern, and rose 22.36% in 2025–2026.

What is the expected yield?+

Rental yield for a studio in Clusters: 9–10%. In Phase 2: ~8.15%. For a 1–2BR apartment: 7–8%. These are the highest yields in Dubai, but the risk of maintenance issues and less stable tenancies is higher.

What is the entry price?+

Studio in Clusters: AED 250–450K. Studio in Phase 2: AED 400–650K. 1BR apartment: AED 600–900K. The lowest prices among Dubai's significant investment districts.

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