A narrow, trophy market of branded island residences held on long leases and operated by resort groups.
- Where we look
- Male atolls · Baa Atoll · Noonu Atoll
- Entry level
- USD 2M+
- Rental yield
- 5–7% gross under resort rental programmes
- Foreign ownership
- Long-leasehold within designated resort developments
- Residency
- Investor residence linked to qualifying developments
- Taxes
- Local rental and service taxes apply through the operator
- Watch out for
- Resale liquidity is thin — buy for use and brand, not for a quick exit.