172-Room Freehold Labour Camp for Sale in Jebel Ali Industrial Area — 74,000 Sq Ft, 900-Person Capacity
Jebel Ali Industrial Area, Dubai·Developer: Private developer
Description
A substantial freehold labour camp is available for acquisition in the Jebel Ali Industrial Area, one of Dubai's primary heavy-industry and logistics hubs. The facility comprises 172 rooms spread across a built-up area of 74,000 sq ft, situated on a 20,000 sq ft plot, and holds a Dubai Municipality (DM)-approved capacity of 900 persons — making it one of the larger purpose-built worker accommodation assets currently offered for sale in this corridor.
The asset is offered on a freehold basis at AED 60,000,000 net to the owner, equating to approximately AED 811 per sq ft on built-up area. Buyers should note that VAT applies as applicable on commercial property transactions of this type, and a standard 4% transfer fee is payable to the Dubai Land Department at the point of transfer. For a detailed breakdown of how VAT affects commercial acquisitions in Dubai, see our guide on the 5% VAT considerations on Dubai commercial property transactions.
Jebel Ali Industrial Area sits adjacent to Jebel Ali Port — the largest port in the Middle East — and is a designated free zone and industrial district that draws consistent demand for compliant worker housing from contractors, logistics operators, and manufacturing firms. This structural demand underpins the investment case for well-located, DM-approved labour camps in the zone. To understand how commercial yields and cap rates are evolving across Dubai's industrial and commercial segments, the Dubai commercial cap rates analysis offers useful context for buyers modelling returns on assets of this class.
The property is listed as ready and available in April 2026. Pricing and availability are subject to change — buyers are encouraged to confirm current status directly via the on-page enquiry form. For broader context on the commercial asset classes available in Dubai — including industrial, warehouse, and specialised accommodation — the Dubai commercial real estate guide covering offices and warehouses provides a useful. Additional commercial listings can be browsed across the commercial property section.
Key property facts:
- Type: Freehold Labour Camp
- Location: Jebel Ali Industrial Area, Dubai
- Built-Up Area: 74,000 sq ft
- Plot Size: 20,000 sq ft
- Rooms: 172
- DM-Approved Capacity: 900 persons
- Asking Price: AED 60,000,000 (net to owner)
- Price per Sq Ft (BUA): approx. AED 811
- VAT: as applicable
- DLD Transfer Fee: 4%
- Availability: April 2026
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Investment Insight
Approx. AED 811/sqft on built-up area.
Frequently Asked Questions
›What is the DM-approved capacity of this Jebel Ali labour camp?
The facility has a Dubai Municipality (DM)-approved capacity of 900 persons across its 172 rooms.
›Is this labour camp sold freehold?
Yes. The property is offered on a freehold basis, meaning the buyer acquires full ownership of both the building and the land.
›What are the transaction costs when purchasing this property?
A 4% transfer fee is payable to the Dubai Land Department at the point of transfer. VAT also applies as applicable on this commercial transaction. It is advisable to confirm the precise VAT treatment with a qualified tax adviser before proceeding.
›What is the price per square foot on built-up area?
At the listed asking price of AED 60,000,000 against a built-up area of 74,000 sq ft, the indicative price works out to approximately AED 811 per sq ft.
›When will the property be available?
The property is listed as available in April 2026. Pricing and availability are subject to change — confirm the current status via the on-page enquiry form.
›What is the plot size versus the built-up area?
The plot measures 20,000 sq ft, while the total built-up area across all floors is 74,000 sq ft.
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