When you buy a freehold property, you (the buyer) are the complete owner of both the unit you are buying and the land on which it is built.

Freehold property in the UAE can be sold, rented, or occupied at the will of the owner. If the owner passes away, his heir can inherit the property to ensure that it remains in the same family.

This is different from buying a leasehold property, where a potential buyer purchases the right to occupy a property from an owner for 99 years (or less). This form of real estate ownership only grants the buyer rights to the unit, not the land on which it is built. But when it comes to condominium ownership, the owner has much more control. Foreign nationals and ex-pats are allowed to purchase real estate in designated freehold areas. These freehold areas in Dubai consist of over 47 neighborhoods.

Below are options for acquiring freehold properties in Dubai. Contact Investo Investments today to discuss your options.