Cheap housing options for bachelors

DUBAI'S YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SEEK TO BALANCE AFFORDABILITY, LIVEABILITY AND CONNECTIVITY

- BY MANUEL ALMARIO Senior News Editor

With rental regulations tightening in Dubai with regard to partitioned accommodations, bachelors and newcomers are prioritising legal, well-located housing that offers value and connectivity.

Gulf News spoke with Zaid Hamed El Khatib, Executive of Business Development at Damac Properties, and Roel Lacuesta, General Manager at Keycraft Real Estate, to gain insights on affordable housing options in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.

El Khatib said that studio apartments in Dubai's more budget-conscious districts typically range from Dh20,000 to Dh40,000 per year, with options tailored to bachelors, single professionals, and newcomers seeking cost-efficient urban living.