At Zenko Properties, we are passionate about lettings properties – it’s what we do. We treat every landlord, tenant, and property like it was our own experience. We know that it can be a stressful time when renting a property and it is our responsibility to ensure that your experience is smooth, stress-free and successful.
We believe that customer service is the key to our success.
Why choose us?
While most agents see the signing of the tenancy contract as the end of their job, we see it as the beginning of a long lasting relationship.
We help take care of the Ejari and DEWA applications to offering property management services and ensuring the contractual agreements are always accomplished, you can trust that our team of real estate professionals will always be by your side. Our goal is to take the stress off the process so you can enjoy the excitement of this new chapter.
The Process
Understanding finances/ deposit and our fees
Before looking into your search, you should be aware of the costs involved in the property rental process.
You will be asked to provide a security deposit, which is usually 5% of your annual rent for unfurnished properties or 10% of your rent if the home is furnished.
This percentage may vary depending on the agency. The deposit will be refunded to you at the end of your tenancy.
You should also consider the agent fee if you choose to work with an agency, which is typically 5% of your rental value.
Search your property with us
Whether you’re planning to move into an apartment or looking for a spacious Villa, renting a property in Dubai requires market knowledge and a good strategy.
At Zenko we can help you navigate this journey with ease and find the best options tailored to your requirements.
From beachfront residences to high rise towers and gated villa communities, Dubai offers a wide variety of rental properties for both short and long term stays.
Find our available list below or reach out and register your interest with us and we can keep you in the loop with new properties soon to launch.
Make an offer
Fill out on of our application forms, which will then be presented to our landlord for approval.
To rent a property in Dubai on a long term basis you will need your passport, residency visa, and Emirates ID.
As a next step, make sure you have the agreed number of cheques with you along with the security deposit – UAE banks usually take 2-5 working days to initiate cheques upon request. Once you have them, your agent will hand them over to your landlord and provide you with receipts.
Contract signing
Before signing this agreement, it’s important to go through it with your agent to raise any questions or concerns that you may have. After you have understood the terms, the contract will be signed by you and your landlord. You will both keep a copy of this document.
Registering the contract
We will then register the tenancy contract with Ejari. All rental contracts in Dubai must be recorded in the Ejari system to legalise the relationship between the landlord and tenant. For this step, you will be asked to go to an Ejari centre with your tenancy contract and Emirates ID. The cost of the Ejari depends on where you apply for it, usually ranging around AED 200.
You will be given a copy of the inventory.
We can then arrange a handover of the keys and access cards for the property
Final confirmation
Upon registering your Ejari, you will get a link to activate your electricity and water services. You will be asked for a security deposit of AED 2,000 – or AED 4,000 for villas – and the services will be active within 24 hours.
Finally, request permission to move in! This is usually done on the developer’s website and it takes a few minutes. A member of our team will send you the link to this process – make sure you have your Ejari certificate and Emirates ID on hand to include in the application.
Once a deposit is paid the DEWA will be switched on within 24 hours.