Real estate experts have confirmed a notable increase in rental prices across Sharjah in 2025, citing three main drivers: competitive rental rates, steady population growth, and attractive returns for property owners and investors.
Data from the property platform «Bayut» indicate rising rents across eight key areas in Sharjah, except for a slight decline in University City for studio apartments and Al Khan for one-bedroom units. Average rents in 2025 reached AED 26,500 for studios, AED 37,375 for one-bedroom apartments, and AED 53,250 for two-bedroom units, reflecting year-on-year growth ranging from 9% to 15%.
Ismail Al Housani, CEO of Bazlink Real Estate, explained that annual rental movements serve as a healthy market indicator, highlighting strong demand for housing in strategic locations near business hubs and ongoing development projects. He noted that rental pricing operates on two levels: listed prices on real estate platforms and the actual negotiated price set by landlords, which may be around 10% lower.
Al Housani added that rental growth is supported by Sharjah’s competitive pricing, population expansion, and profitable returns for investors, with upward trends expected to continue until 2030 even as supply and demand balance.
Ismail Al Hammadi, founder of Biznet Consulting, highlighted that rising rents in prime areas pushed residents to seek alternative neighborhoods, such as Muwaileh, which has seen significant price increases despite previously being low-cost. The high demand, especially from middle-income families, is attributed to proximity to business centers and affordable rents, alongside Sharjah’s open investment policies.
Ahmed Al Dawla, Chairman of On Plan Real Estate, noted that shifting demand has reshaped the rental landscape, with growing interest in modern residential units and areas near business hubs, boosting overall market demand.
