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  • January 8, 2026 at 4:33 pm #1625
    Alaa Atef
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    Current Price Ranges

    (Approx. averages depending on finish + tower quality)

    Business Bay: AED 90–160 per sq ft

    Downtown Dubai: AED 160–260 per sq ft

    JLT: AED 80–140 per sq ft

    Sheikh Zayed Road: AED 110–170 per sq ft

    DIFC: AED 180–350+ per sq ft

    Deira / Bur Dubai: AED 50–90 per sq ft

    Best Areas Based on Business Type

    Startups: JLT, Business Bay

    Corporate firms: DIFC, Downtown

    Trading companies: Deira, Al Garhoud

    Logistics / e-commerce: DIP, Al Quoz

    Professional services: SZR, Business Bay

    What Affects Availability

    New licensing demand

    High occupancy in prime towers

    Seasonal peaks (Q1 & Q4)

    Fit-out condition (shell & core vs ready)

    Parking availability

    Quick Warning Signs

    No DEWA meter clarity

    No parking allocation

    High service charges hidden until contract

    Old towers with slow occupancy

    January 8, 2026 at 4:30 pm #1624
    Alaa Atef
    Participant

    What to Check Before Buying

    Location demand (business hub, metro, logistics)

    Foot traffic for retail

    Tenant history + Ejari proof

    Service charges and net ROI

    Upcoming supply (oversupply risk)

    ROI Benchmarks

    Offices: 6–9%

    Retail shops: 8–11%

    Warehouses: 7–10%

    Labor housing: 10–14%

    Red Flags

    “Guaranteed returns” without proof

    High vacancy in nearby buildings

    No service charge clarity

    Unclear tenant quality

    Community Question

    Which commercial type are you considering — office, shop, warehouse, or full floor?
    Share below and we’ll compare ROI together.