Business Bay vs Palm Jumeirah
A head-to-head of two Dubai districts on price, momentum and supply — from Dubai Land Department data, updated 24 Sept 2026.
| Metric | Business Bay | Palm Jumeirah |
|---|---|---|
| Median price/sqft | AED 2,150/sqft | AED 2,953/sqft |
| YoY change | -17.0% | -15.6% |
| Sales (90d) | 1,184 | 197 |
| Active projects | 28 | 13 |
Source: Dubai Land Department transaction data.
Frequently asked questions
Is Business Bay more expensive than Palm Jumeirah?+
Business Bay's median transacted price is AED 2,150/sqft vs AED 2,953/sqft in Palm Jumeirah (DLD, last quarter). Business Bay is the lower entry point.
Which has more transactions, Business Bay or Palm Jumeirah?+
Over the last 90 days, Business Bay recorded 1,184 sales and Palm Jumeirah recorded 197.
Which has more off-plan projects, Business Bay or Palm Jumeirah?+
Business Bay has 28 active off-plan project(s); Palm Jumeirah has 13.
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