Enter property details and get a detailed P&L for 12 months
Space8 Smart Calculator is a free, instant online tool for Dubai short-term rental investors. Get accurate income estimates for studios, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments. Enter your property details and receive a complete 12-month P&L forecast with gross income, all operating costs, net profit and ROI. Whether you're a property owner, investor, or property manager, our calculator gives you the financial clarity to make informed investment decisions in Dubai's dynamic short-term rental market.
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Calculate your Business Bay rental income - 12-month forecast with real market data, all operating costs and net yield.
Yes - Business Bay offers an excellent balance of strong demand and affordable entry price. Corporate guests from DIFC, Downtown offices and trade events provide year-round occupancy, while growing tourism adds leisure demand.
A Business Bay 1BR earns 11,000-17,000 AED/month at peak. Annual gross income: 115,000-170,000 AED. Net profit after all costs: 80,000-120,000 AED. Canal-view units sit at the top of this range.
Business Bay attracts a mix: corporate travelers (DIFC/Downtown offices), couples visiting Dubai, transit guests and long-weekend tourists. Average stay is 5-8 nights - longer than Marina or JBR, which reduces cleaning costs per night.
Business Bay has 10-15% lower ADR but 20-30% lower purchase prices, resulting in similar or better net yield. It's better for investors focused on ROI; Marina is better if maximizing absolute monthly income.