Properties for Rent in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi tenancies are governed by Law No. 20 of 2006 and must be registered on Tawtheeq. Since June 2026 ADREC has frozen rent increases at 0% until further notice.
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All communities- Al Raha BeachAl Raha Beach is an Aldar waterfront development between central Abu Dhabi and Yas Island. It is made up of canal- and beachfront apartment districts and townhouses, close to Zayed International Airport.
- Al Reem IslandAl Reem Island is a high-rise residential island next to central Abu Dhabi, connected to the city by bridges. It is one of the capital's densest residential areas, with apartment towers, Reem Mall and waterfront promenades.
- Khalifa CityKhalifa City is an established suburb on the Abu Dhabi mainland, near Zayed International Airport. It is known for family villas, international schools, Abu Dhabi Golf Club and Al Forsan International Sports Resort.
- Saadiyat IslandSaadiyat Island is Abu Dhabi's cultural and beachfront island, home to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and NYU Abu Dhabi. Its residential areas include beachfront villas and low-rise apartments along a stretch of natural beach.
- Yas IslandYas Island is Aldar's leisure and residential island in Abu Dhabi, home to Yas Marina Circuit and theme parks including Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld. Its residential communities range from waterfront apartments to villa neighbourhoods.
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Renting in Abu Dhabi
Updated September 2026Abu Dhabi tenancies are governed by Law No. 20 of 2006 and must be registered on Tawtheeq. Since June 2026 ADREC has frozen rent increases at 0% until further notice.
Tawtheeq registration
Every tenancy contract must be registered on Tawtheeq. You'll need the registered contract for utilities, visas and any dispute.
- Renewals are compared against the last rent registered on Tawtheeq.
Rent increases
In early June 2026 ADREC cut the permitted annual rent increase from 5% to 0% for residential, commercial and industrial property, for a temporary period and until further notice.
- No end date has been announced; check ADREC's latest guidance before you renew.
- Renewals use the last rent registered on Tawtheeq.
Tenancy law
Law No. 20 of 2006, as amended by Law No. 4 of 2010, governs leases in Abu Dhabi.
- To change the terms or not renew, give 2 months' notice before expiry for residential leases (3 months for commercial).
Security deposit
We couldn't confirm a legal limit on security deposits in Abu Dhabi. Agree the amount and refund terms in the contract before you pay.
If there's a dispute
Rental disputes are heard by the Rental Dispute Settlement Committees at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department. ADREC's settlement centre (Taswea) also handles some long-term lease disputes.
Frequently asked questions
Can my landlord raise the rent in Abu Dhabi?
Not at the moment. Since June 2026 the permitted increase is 0% until ADREC says otherwise.
Is Tawtheeq mandatory?
Yes. Every tenancy contract in Abu Dhabi has to be registered on Tawtheeq.
How much notice does my landlord need to give?
For a residential lease, 2 months before expiry to change the terms or not renew.
Sources
- ADREC: property ownership rules
- DARI: off-plan unit sale registration
- ADREC: tenancy rules
- ADREC press release: rental freeze update (June 2026)
- Abu Dhabi Judicial Department: Rental Dispute Settlement Committees
- Khaleej Times: notice periods under Abu Dhabi tenancy law
Last reviewed September 2026. Fees and rules change; confirm with the authority before you commit.
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