Al Merkadh · rental vibe
Based on registered DLD Ejari rental contracts, Al Merkadh is a compact-home-dominant area today, 1-bed make up the largest share of new tenancies at 40% of 7,099 contracts in 2026. Studios are 36%, one-beds 40%, two-beds 17%, and family-sized homes (3-bed and larger) 7%.
Bedroom mix over time
Share of registered Ejari rentals by bedroom count, 2017-2026. Scrub or press play to see the mix change year by year.
In 2026 · 1-bed led at 40%
7,099 contracts
5-yr family shift-20 pts
What changed?
Dominant home type
5-yr family shift
Latest contracts
Strongest mix change
Over 9 years the mix has shifted toward smaller homes (studios and 1-beds): the family share (2-bed + 3-bed+) moved from 100% in 2017 to 24% in 2026. That trajectory shapes what kind of home is easiest to find and to let here.
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