Dubai

Liwan Investment Guide (2026)

Mid-market apartment community in Dubailand. Affordable entry with steady yields.

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Avg price / sqft
AED 950
Gross Yield
6.5%
Net Yield
5.2%
Occupancy
86%

About Liwan

Liwan is a mid-market apartment community in Dubailand, developed by Mazaya Holding and others from 2010 onwards. Predominantly apartment buildings (Queue Point and other clusters) with budget-friendly pricing. Located near Dubai Silicon Oasis, it serves both Dubai workers and price-conscious investors. Pricing around AED 750-1,050/sqft makes it one of the most affordable freehold options in Dubai.

Unit-type market snapshot

Unit
Avg sale price
Avg annual rent
Gross yield
Studio
AED 380,000
AED 26,000
6.8%
1BR apartment
AED 620,000
AED 42,000
6.8%
2BR apartment
AED 950,000
AED 62,000
6.5%

Based on active Bayut / Property Finder listings and DLD transactions. Updated May 2026.

Service charge
AED 12/sqft
per year
Transactions (12m)
1,100
sales recorded
Avg days on market
55 days
list to sale

Pros

  • Among most affordable freehold in Dubai
  • Solid gross yields ~6.5%
  • Near Silicon Oasis tech employers
  • Family amenities

Watchouts

  • 25-30 min to central Dubai
  • Below Golden Visa threshold for most units
  • Mid-tier finishing

Who should invest in Liwan?

Budget-conscious cash-flow investors. First-time buyers stepping out of rent. End-users on tight budgets.

Landmarks and amenities

Queue Point Towers

Top developers

Mazaya Holding

Frequently asked questions

Is Liwan a freehold area for foreigners?

Yes — Liwan is a designated freehold zone open to foreign buyers with no residency requirement.

How does Liwan compare to Discovery Gardens?

Both are budget-friendly Dubai apartment communities. Liwan has more newer buildings; Discovery Gardens is more established with slightly higher yields. Liwan slightly cheaper per sqft.

Can I get a mortgage on Liwan property?

Yes — major UAE banks offer mortgages on Liwan. CBUAE LTV caps apply (80% for expat residents first property under AED 5M).

Model your own unit
Use the rental yield calculator with Liwan service charge of AED 12/sqft.
Full net ROI analysis
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Closing costs
Compute the 6–8% total closing cost — DLD, agent, NOC, mortgage registration.

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