Property management in Dubai
You own the property.
We take care of everything else.
From finding the right tenant to collecting rent, repairs, inspections and renewals — one team in Business Bay looks after every part of your Dubai property, whether you live in the UAE, India or anywhere else.
What we take care of
Everything your property needs, in one place.
Here is exactly what our property management covers — from the first valuation to the day a tenant moves out and the next one moves in.
Priced right, seen by the right tenants
We set the rent from the Dubai Land Department rental index and recent leases in your building, then present your home properly so it lets to a quality tenant without long empty periods.
- Rental valuation with comparable leases
- Professional photos, floor plan and description
- Listing with a DLD advertising permit on the main portals
- Promotion to our tenant database and relocation contacts
- Accompanied viewings, including video viewings
The right tenant, on the right paperwork
Every applicant is checked before we recommend them to you. We negotiate the terms with you, prepare a clear tenancy contract and register it in Ejari.
- Identity, visa and employment checks
- Negotiation of rent, cheques and terms on your instructions
- Tenancy contract with clear addendum clauses
- Ejari registration
- Security deposit collected and held as agreed
A documented start to every tenancy
Before the tenant moves in we prepare the property and record its condition in detail, so there is no dispute about what was handed over.
- Pre-tenancy cleaning and readiness check
- Detailed inventory and condition report with photos
- DEWA, district cooling (such as Empower) and internet connections coordinated
- Building access cards, parking and move-in permits
- Key handover and welcome pack for the tenant
Your income, collected and accounted for
We collect and track every rent payment, keep your post-dated cheques safe, follow up on any delays and send rent to your nominated account with a clear statement.
- Cheque safekeeping, deposits and payment reminders
- Follow-up and formal action on late or bounced payments
- Transfers to your UAE or overseas bank account
- Owner statements showing every receipt and deduction
- Annual income summary for your records
Repairs handled properly, at fair prices
Tenants report issues to us, not to you. We assess each request, use approved contractors at agreed rates and keep you informed — you approve any significant cost before work starts.
- Reactive repairs: plumbing, electrical, AC, appliances
- Emergency response arranged around the clock
- Preventive maintenance, including regular AC servicing
- Quotes and approval for larger works
- Warranty and defects claims with the developer
Know how your property is being looked after
We visit the property regularly with the tenant’s agreement and send you a report with photos and video, so you always know its condition — even from the other side of the world.
- Routine inspections with photo and video reports
- Recommendations for upkeep and improvements
- Meter readings and building issues logged
- Owners Association and building management liaison
- Documents and reports kept in one place for you
Renewals and notices done by the rules
We track every lease date and give the right notices on time. Rent changes at renewal follow the DLD rental index, and we guide you through any dispute.
- Renewal reminders and negotiation with the tenant
- Rent-increase checks against the DLD rental index
- Notices served correctly and on time
- Ejari renewal through the Dubai REST system
- Support with Dubai Rental Dispute Centre cases if ever needed
A smooth exit and a quick next tenancy
At the end of a tenancy we inspect the property against the move-in report, settle the deposit fairly and get the home ready to let again.
- Move-out inspection against the original inventory
- Deposit deductions agreed and documented
- Final DEWA and service clearances
- Cleaning, painting and repairs coordinated
- Marketing started before the tenant leaves
Your property looked after while you are away
Many of our owners live in India and elsewhere. We handle everything that needs someone on the ground in Dubai and keep you updated in the way that suits you.
- Guidance on power of attorney and remote sign-up
- Updates by WhatsApp, email or video call
- Service charges (checked against the DLD Mollak index) and DEWA bills paid on your behalf
- Rent sent to your nominated account, including Indian accounts
- Support in English, Malayalam and Hindi
From developer handover to first tenant
Bought off-plan? We take over at handover: snagging, defects follow-up with the developer, connections and furnishing advice — then find your first tenant.
- Handover attendance and snagging inspection
- Defects reported and followed up with the developer
- DEWA, chiller and service charge set-up
- Furnishing and fit-out advice for higher rent
- First tenancy marketed before handover where possible
At a glance
What is included
Leasing
- Rental valuation
- Marketing and permits
- Viewings and tenant checks
- Contract and Ejari
- Deposit handling
Finance
- Rent collection
- Cheque safekeeping
- Late-payment follow-up
- Owner statements
- Bills and service charges
Property care
- Repairs and emergencies
- Preventive maintenance
- Routine inspections
- Developer defects claims
- Move-in and move-out reports
Owner support
- Renewals and notices
- Rental index checks
- Dispute support
- Remote sign-up
- Updates in your language
Services can be tailored — from tenant-finding only to complete management. Your property manager will explain the options and fees in a short call.
Who we look after
Built around the owner, not just the unit
Single-unit investors
Studios and apartments in high-demand communities, managed so the income keeps arriving with as little of your time as possible.
Families letting their home
Villas and townhouses kept in the condition you expect, with tenants who respect the property.
Portfolio owners
Several units across Dubai under one manager, with consolidated statements and one point of contact.
Off-plan buyers at handover
New homes taken from developer handover through snagging to the first tenancy.
Owners switching managers
Already tenanted? We take over the tenancy, cheques and documents and carry on without disruption.
Owners living abroad
India, the Gulf, Europe or beyond — your property is looked after on the ground while you stay informed.
Communities we cover
Transparent reporting
What an owner statement looks like
Every figure is shown, with invoices attached. Below is an example layout — the numbers are illustrative only.
| Statement · Example unit, Business Bay | Date | AED |
|---|---|---|
| Rent received — cheque 2 of 4 | 01 Mar | 22,500.00 |
| Management fee (as agreed) + VAT | 01 Mar | − 1,181.25 |
| AC service — approved, invoice attached | 12 Mar | − 350.00 |
| Service charge instalment paid for you | 20 Mar | − 3,000.00 |
| Transferred to your account | — | 17,968.75 |
If rent is late
A clear, step-by-step approach
- Friendly reminder to the tenant before and on the due date
- Direct follow-up by your property manager, with you kept informed
- Formal written notice under the tenancy contract and Dubai rental law
- Bounced-cheque action through the proper channels where needed
- Rental Dispute Centre case prepared with you as a last resort
Contractors
How we choose and control them
- Licensed, insured contractors we have vetted and worked with
- Agreed rates for common jobs, so prices are consistent
- Quotes compared and shared with you for larger works
- Before-and-after photos as proof the job was done
- Work checked and warranties recorded for your property
How it works
From first call to a fully managed home
Tell us about your property
Share the community, building and unit type on WhatsApp or the form below.
Rental estimate & proposal
We send a rent range from the DLD index and recent leases, with the services that suit you.
Sign up — in person or remotely
Management agreement, title deed and ID copies; owners abroad can sign digitally or through a power of attorney.
Property readied
Inspection, cleaning, small repairs, photos and the DLD advertising permit.
Tenant found
Viewings, checks, negotiation on your instructions, contract and Ejari.
Move-in
Inventory report, connections, access cards and key handover.
Year-round care
Rent, repairs, inspections, statements and regular updates to you.
Renewal or re-letting
Renewal on the right terms — or a smooth move-out and the next tenant.
What you receive as an owner
- Owner statements listing every rent receipt, deduction, invoice and transfer.
- Inspection reports with dated photos and video of each room.
- Maintenance records showing what was done, by whom and at what cost, with invoices.
- Key documents — tenancy contract, Ejari, inventory and notices — kept together and shared with you.
- A named property manager who knows your property and your preferences.
Documents to get started
- Title deed (or Oqood and handover documents for a new property)
- Passport copy, and Emirates ID or visa copy if you live in the UAE
- Signed management agreement
- Power of attorney, if someone signs on your behalf
- Developer or building access details, DEWA account number and service charge statement
Net income estimate
What could your property earn?
Dubai rental rules, explained
Ejari
Every tenancy must be registered with the Dubai Land Department through Ejari. It protects both landlord and tenant and is needed for utilities and visas.
Renewals and notice
If either side wants to change the rent or terms at renewal, they must give at least 90 days’ notice before the lease ends.
Rent increases
Increases are governed by the DLD rental index. There is no increase if the rent is within 10% of the average market rent, and the allowed increase rises in steps up to 20% when the rent is more than 40% below the market.
Taking the property back
To end a tenancy at expiry so you can sell, live in the property or renovate it, the law requires 12 months’ notice delivered through a notary public or registered mail.
Security deposits
Deposits are customarily 5% of the annual rent for unfurnished homes and 10% for furnished homes, returned at the end of the tenancy less any agreed deductions.
Questions
Property management, answered
What does a property manager do in Dubai?
A property manager finds and checks tenants, prepares the tenancy contract and Ejari, collects rent, arranges repairs and maintenance, inspects the property, handles renewals and notices, and keeps the owner informed with statements and reports.
How much does property management cost in Dubai?
Fees depend on the property and the services you choose — from tenant-finding only to full management. Your property manager explains the options and confirms the fee in writing before you sign.
Can my Dubai property be managed while I live in India?
Yes. Many of our owners live in India. You can sign up remotely or through a power of attorney, receive updates by WhatsApp, email or video call, and have rent sent to your nominated account.
How are rent cheques handled?
We collect the tenant’s post-dated cheques at the start of the tenancy, keep them safely, deposit them on their dates and follow up on any delay or bounced cheque.
Who pays for repairs and maintenance?
The owner pays for maintenance and repairs; tenants usually cover minor items under the contract. We agree with you how repairs are approved, and larger works go ahead only with your approval.
How do you choose a tenant?
We check identity, visa, employment and affordability, and we discuss every applicant with you before you accept them.
Can the rent be increased at renewal?
Only within the DLD rental index rules and with at least 90 days’ notice before the lease ends. We check your rent against the index each year and advise you.
Do you help with newly handed-over off-plan properties?
Yes — we can attend handover, inspect for snags, follow up defects with the developer, set up utilities and service charges, and find your first tenant.
Can I switch to Arabzone if my property is already tenanted?
Yes. We take over the existing tenancy, collect the remaining cheques and documents, introduce ourselves to the tenant and manage from there.
Do you manage holiday homes?
We advise whether short-term letting suits your property and compare it with long-term renting. Holiday homes in Dubai need a Department of Economy and Tourism permit and a licensed operator.
Do you manage a portfolio of several properties?
Yes. Portfolio owners get one property manager, consolidated statements across all units and a single point of contact for every tenancy.
What do owner reports include?
Rent received and deductions with invoices, tenancy and cheque status, maintenance carried out, inspection findings and any decisions we need from you.
Property management
Let us look after your Dubai property.
Tell us about your home and we will come back with a rental estimate and a clear explanation of how we would manage it.