How Oleg got 22% per annum on resale of an apartment in Dubai

Even before all the flipping and "invasion" of Bluewaters, Oleg bought a few apartments for quiet investment. He wanted to see how much the investment would yield over the long term. In 2022 Oleg invested in a unit in LIV Marina. And in 2025 he sold the apartment and got a yield of 22%.

What he bought: 1-bedroom lot, 81 m², 24th floor, terrace overlooking Dubai Marina, price $530,000.

How I sold it

Oleg was in no hurry to sell. He figured he'd find a buyer in the neighborhood of $800,000. He put 20% down on the deal. Then every six months he paid 10%. In May 2025, the final 50%. And this summer, Oleg received an offer of $780,000, and agreed to sell the condo.

The main numbers:

- Expenses: 4% to DLD on purchase, another 2% to agent for selling the apartment.

- Yield: 22% in dollars.

- Profit: $210,000 net.

Here's a look at the usual sleeper investment in Dubai new buildings - a fair 20-30%.