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Explore Dubai’s communities.

Every community has its own price level, rental demand and lifestyle. Compare them before you decide.

Downtown Dubai

Downtown Dubai

The centre of it all
AED 3,600 – 6,200 / sq ft

Home to Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Mall. Penthouses and apartments with front-row views of the city’s landmarks.

Highlights

  • Walk to Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera
  • High rental demand in a prime, central zone
  • Prestige address for living or investing
Dubai Hills Estate

Dubai Hills Estate

Green living, family focus
AED 2,400 – 4,100 / sq ft

A master-planned community by Emaar with an 18-hole championship golf course, parks, top schools and King’s College Hospital inside the community.

Highlights

  • About 15 minutes to Downtown and Dubai Marina
  • Schools and hospital within the community
  • Large villa plots and green open space
Dubai Marina & JBR

Dubai Marina & JBR

Waterfront city living
AED 2,200 – 3,900 / sq ft

A lively waterfront district along a 7 km marina, popular with investors for steady year-round occupancy, promenades and beach access.

Highlights

  • Close to Bluewaters Island and the beach
  • Strong short-term rental demand
  • Metro and tram connected
Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah

The iconic island address
AED 4,800 – 8,500 / sq ft

Private beach residences, superyacht access and some of the city’s best dining, from Atlantis The Royal to Michelin-starred restaurants.

Highlights

  • Private beaches on every frond
  • Strong demand from international high-net-worth buyers
  • Beachfront, marina and resort living

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Price ranges are indicative market levels per square foot and change with the market. Ask your advisor for the latest Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction data.