Living in International City
A large apartment district next to Dragon Mart, known for good-value homes, with Danube's buildings in Warsan First on its edge.
About International City
International City is a large residential district next to Dragon Mart, off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Google Maps places Danube's Olivz and Petalz in Warsan First, Dubai International City, and Lawnz in Warsan First.
Danube's Lawnz, Olivz and Petalz are all completed and sold out with the developer, so homes here are bought on resale.
Market data: registered sales
What homes in International City actually sold for, from sales registered with the Dubai Land Department. DLD records the community in parts, so each part is shown separately.
| Part of the community (as registered with DLD) | Sales (12 months) | Median sale price | Median per sq ft | Gross yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International City Phase 1 | 1,843 | AED 480,000 | AED 682 | 8.2% |
| International City Phase 2 | 142 | AED 919,111 | – | – |
| International City Phase 3 | 1,564 | AED 824,120 | AED 1,129 | 7.3% |
Your guide to International City
Buying in International City
- Most homes are ready apartments bought on resale. Ask us for what is on the market now.
- Foreign buyers can own freehold in Dubai's designated freehold areas. We confirm every unit's title and status with the Dubai Land Department before you pay anything.
- Budget for the one-off 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee. It is a purchase cost, not a yearly tax.
- Homes worth AED 2 million or more can qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, off-plan included. The authorities make the final decision.
Renting in International City
- A popular, good-value rental area. Ask us for current rents.
- Every Dubai lease is registered on Ejari.
- Rent increases at renewal follow the RERA rental index, so check the official calculator before you agree a new rent.
Investing in International City
- Lower entry prices than central Dubai. We check service charges and building condition before you buy.
- Individuals' rental income from UAE property is outside UAE Corporate Tax (Cabinet Decision No. 49 of 2023), and there is no annual property tax.
Selling or letting in International City
- Value buyers and investors look here first. We price yours against recent sales.
- New launches compete for the same buyers, so a ready home has to stand out on price, condition and photos. We handle all of that for you.
Lifestyle and amenities
Shopping
Dragon Mart next door.
Value
Some of Dubai's most affordable homes.
Roads
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Academic City Road.
Airport
Around 15 minutes to Dubai International Airport.
Getting around
- Dragon Mart · short drive*
- Dubai International Airport · around 15 minutes*
International City FAQs
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- Google Maps - Olivz by Danube, Warsan First, Dubai International City
- Google Maps - Lawnz by Danube, Warsan First
- Danube Properties - Lawnz by Danube (official page)
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