In our analysis of Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and Arjan, we observe distinct dynamics in the Dubai Land Department's apartment sales data over the past year. Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) has shown an average price of AED 1,243 across 4,557 sales, yielding approximately 10.3% gross. Meanwhile, Arjan averaged AED 1,318 across 1,370 sales, achieving a similar yield of 10.3%. Off-plan transactions accounted for 65% of sales in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and 64% in Arjan.
When we delve into bedroom-specific demand, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) sees the highest ready activity in 1 Bedroom units (2,542 sales), followed by Studios (1,260 sales). In Arjan, Studios lead with 582 sales, closely followed by 1 Bedroom units at 513 sales. Yield-wise, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)'s 3 Bedroom units offer the most attractive returns at 10.7%, while in Arjan, Studios provide the best yield at 10.3%.
Off-plan sales added 8,503 transactions in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and 2,475 in Arjan, though they currently lack rental yield data. The off-plan price per square foot is +24% higher than ready in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and +20% in Arjan. During the same period, the Dubai Land Department recorded 3,175 mortgage registrations in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and 1,096 in Arjan, covering both new charges and refinances. For a typical 80% LTV over 25 years, the monthly payment on a ready 1-bedroom averages AED 4,447 in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) (AED 1,026,000) and AED 4,260 in Arjan (AED 983,000).
Our approach to matching buyer profiles with these areas is not about declaring a winner but understanding fit. For those focused on immediate rental income, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) offers a strong case with its 3 Bedroom units at 10.7% yield, while Arjan's Studios at 10.3% are also compelling. On the other hand, buyers looking at future handovers might find Arjan more appealing due to its higher off-plan share (64%) compared to Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) (65%), despite the PSF premium. As always, we recommend starting with our mortgage eligibility calculator to assess financial readiness.
Side by side
| Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Arjan | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready apartments (12m) | 4,557 | 1,370 |
| Average ready price | AED 1,023,000 | AED 938,000 |
| Ready PSF | AED 1,243 | AED 1,318 |
| Gross yield (ready) | 10.3% | 10.3% |
| Off-plan apartments | 8,503 | 2,475 |
| Off-plan share | 65% | 64% |
| Average off-plan price | AED 1,092,000 | AED 1,096,000 |
| Off-plan PSF | AED 1,542 | AED 1,577 |
| Off-plan PSF vs ready | +24% | +20% |
| Mortgage registrations | 3,175 | 1,096 |
Apartment sales (studio–6 bedroom and penthouse) from Dubai Land Department · 12 complete months to August 2026. PSF is sale price ÷ internal area. Mortgage registrations are a separate DLD series (new charge plus refinance), not the cash-versus-loan share of the sales above. Yield is indicative gross rent ÷ ready price.
Ready sales by bedroom
| Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Arjan | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit type | Sales | Avg price | Avg PSF | Sales | Avg price | Avg PSF |
| Studio | 1,260 | AED 628,000 | AED 1,418 | 582 | AED 599,000 | AED 1,407 |
| 1 Bedroom | 2,542 | AED 1,026,000 | AED 1,238 | 513 | AED 983,000 | AED 1,306 |
| 2 Bedroom | 657 | AED 1,561,000 | AED 1,140 | 243 | AED 1,497,000 | AED 1,280 |
| 3 Bedroom | 90 | AED 2,274,000 | AED 1,352 | 32 | AED 2,115,000 | AED 1,210 |
| 4 Bedroom | 7 | AED 4,063,000 | AED 928 | — | — | — |
| Penthouse | 1 | AED 2,032,000 | AED 869 | — | — | — |
Ready gross yield by bedroom
| Unit type | Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Arjan |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | — | 10.3% |
| 1 Bedroom | — | — |
| 2 Bedroom | — | — |
| 3 Bedroom | 10.7% | — |
Indicative gross yield: 12-month average annual rent ÷ ready sale price. Bedrooms with fewer than 20 ready sales on both sides are omitted. Outside the 2–12% quality band we show —. Off-plan has no current rental yield.
Off-plan sales by bedroom
| Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Arjan | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit type | Sales | Avg price | Avg PSF | Sales | Avg price | Avg PSF |
| Studio | 3,030 | AED 739,000 | AED 1,811 | 1,178 | AED 755,000 | AED 1,762 |
| 1 Bedroom | 4,417 | AED 1,159,000 | AED 1,508 | 979 | AED 1,239,000 | AED 1,559 |
| 2 Bedroom | 960 | AED 1,770,000 | AED 1,390 | 278 | AED 1,833,000 | AED 1,414 |
| 3 Bedroom | 95 | AED 2,341,000 | AED 1,401 | 40 | AED 2,537,000 | AED 1,302 |
| 4 Bedroom | 1 | AED 3,834,000 | AED 650 | — | — | — |
Villa sales
| Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Arjan | |
|---|---|---|
| Villa sales | 198 | 0 |
Shown only where DLD recorded villa sales in the window.
Ready mortgage registrations by bedroom
| Unit type | Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Arjan |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 425 | 234 |
| 1 Bedroom | 1,657 | 461 |
| 2 Bedroom | 606 | 266 |
| 3 Bedroom | 112 | 31 |
| 4 Bedroom | 4 | 0 |
| Penthouse | 3 | 0 |
Ready apartment mortgage registrations in the same window. A bedroom can show more registrations than sales (refinance of older stock).
Example: a 1-bedroom on a mortgage
On the average ready 1-bedroom — Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) AED 1,026,000, Arjan AED 983,000 — a 80% mortgage over 25 years at an illustrative 4.25% rate is about AED 4,447 per month in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and AED 4,260 in Arjan. This is not a quote. Your rate and instalment depend on your file and lender.
Ready vs off-plan mix
Share of apartment sales · 12 complete months to August 2026. Off-plan has no current rental yield.
Ready sales by bedroom
Ready apartment sales · 12 complete months to August 2026.
Ready gross yield by bedroom
Indicative gross yield (annual rent ÷ ready price) · as of August 2026. Thin bedrooms omitted.
Ready sales vs mortgage registrations
Each point is a bedroom · 12 complete months to August 2026. Registrations are a separate DLD series (new charge plus refinance).
What this means for your mortgage
We suggest evaluating your financial plan with our mortgage eligibility calculator and considering a TruValue valuation for a comprehensive understanding. It's about aligning your investment strategy with the right area, whether you're looking for immediate returns or future potential. See also TruValue valuation (AED 599; AED 299 with partner coupon).
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