Top 7 Upcoming Neighbourhoods in Dubai

Dubai, one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, has been attracting investors and buyers from around the globe seeking investment opportunities. Recently, the city has launched many exciting investment options with luxurious addresses and top-notch amenities. For you, we have compiled a list of the top 7 upcoming neighbourhoods in Dubai that have caught the eyes of investors and buyers.

Sobha Hartland 2

Location: Bu Kadra, Meydan

Developer: Sobha Realty

Sobha Hartland 2 is an upcoming residential community in Bu Kadra close to Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66). Spanning 8,000,000 sq. ft., it features private gated areas, large lagoons, and over 1,000,000 sq. ft. of green space, including landscaped parks and tree-lined paths. The project will have two communities, Sobha Estates and Sobha Mansions, along with nine apartment buildings.

Sobha Estates

Sobha Estates, located within Sobha Hartland 2, will have three-story villas with a rooftop terrace. The 5- and 6-bedroom villas will have an area from  8,413 sq. ft. to 30,572 sq. ft., and prices start from AED 22,716,150. Each villa has a private swimming pool, garden, yard, three car parking spaces, and an entrance court.

Sobha The Mansions

Sobha The Mansions is a villa cluster in Sobha Hartland 2 featuring 30,572.84 sq ft. 6-bedroom mansions. Each mansion will have a home cinema, games area, laundry room, maid room, powder room, kitchenette, lobby, and foyer, and prices start from AED 129,999,990.

Apartment Buildings

Sobha Hartland 2 will have 9 apartment buildings. They are:

• 310 Riverside Crescent with studios, one, and two-bedroom apartments.
• 320 Riverside Crescent featuring one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.
• 330 Riverside Crescent with one and two-bedroom apartments.
• 340 Riverside Crescent will have one to two-bedroom apartments.
• 350 Riverside Crescent will also feature one to two-bedroom apartments.
• 360 Riverside Crescent with one- and two-bedroom apartments.
• Skyscape Altius will comprise one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.
• Skyscape Aura will have one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.
• Skyscape Avenue will also have one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

Each building will have unique characteristics, unit layouts and areas ranging from 524 sq. ft. to 1,790 sq. ft.

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 10% (2% on booking and 8% within one week of booking)

During construction | 50%

Completion | 40%

Data Source: Sobha Properties as of July 2024

The Heights Country Club

Location: Dubai Investment Park

Developer: Emaar Properties

The Heights Country Club features three and four-bedroom townhouses and four-bedroom villas. The neighbourhood is currently at the planning stage, with construction yet to start. The community spans 81,000,000 sq. ft., and greenways, parks, and ponds surround the townhouses and semi-attached villas. It also features a wellness centre, cycling and jogging tracks, event plazas, schools, hospitals, mosques, and various retail and dining options. The starting prices of the units and their sizes are:

Townhouses

Three Bed - From AED 2,500,000 | 2,167 sq. ft.

Four Bed - From AED 3,500,000 | 2,882 sq. ft.

Villas

Four Bed - From AED 4,800,000 | 3,680 sq. ft.

The central location of The Heights Country Club provides easy access to major landmarks in Dubai.

• Al Maktoum International Airport - 7 minutes
• Emirates Road - 5 minutes
• Dubai Parks and Resorts - 15 minutes
• Dubai Marina - 20 minutes

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 10%

During Construction | 70%

Handover | 20%

Data Source: Emaar Properties as of July 2024

The Valley

Location: Al Yufrah 1 near Al Ain Road 

Developer: Emaar Properties

The Valley by Emaar is quickly gaining popularity among buyers and investors looking for a family-friendly neighbourhood in Dubai. There are eighteen sub-communities in The Valley, of which only Eden has been completed. The Valley offers three and four-bedroom townhouses, four and five-bedroom villas, and three, four, and five-bedroom twin villas with a starting price of AED 2,834,880. Their average sizes are:

Townhouses

Three-bedroom - 2,300 sq ft.

Four-bedroom - 2,650 sq ft.

Villas

Four-bedroom - 3,150 sq ft.

Five-bedroom - 3,150 sq ft. in a 6,400 sq ft. plot

Twin Villas

Three-bedroom - 3,150 sq ft.

Four-bedroom - 3,400 sq ft.

Five-bedroom - 4,500 sq ft.

The Valley is designed to be a calm and family-friendly place with various amenities like a farmers' market, jogging and bicycle paths, an outdoor gymnasium, parks and open spaces, and running tracks. From The Valley, it takes roughly 8 Minutes to reach Dubai Outlet Mall, 25 Minutes to Dubai Airport, and 20 Minutes to Downtown Dubai.

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 10%

During Construction | 70%

Handover | 20%

Data Source: Emaar Properties as of July 2024

Arabian Hills Estate

Location: Al Faqa

Developer: Deca Properties

Arabian Hills Estate is a 244,000,000 sq. ft. luxury lagoon community which offers plots for villas, mansions, and mega-mansions. Residents will enjoy amenities like parks, picnic areas, retail, healthcare and wellness centres, schools and childcare, and co-working spaces. The starting price for a plot is AED 1,490,000, while different plot sizes range from:

Villa Plots - 12,000 sq. ft to 20,000 sq. ft.

Mansion Plots - 20,000 sq. ft to 50,000 sq. ft.

Mega Mansion Plots - 50,000 sq. ft to 76,000 sq. ft.

Estate Plots - 76,000 sq. ft to 132,000 sq. ft.

Arabian Hills Estate offers luxurious living with options to customise your home. It combines convenience with peace and has great potential for future growth. Residents will benefit from proximity to leisure spots like:

• Hot Air Balloon - 11 minutes
• Skydive - 12 minutes
• Outlet Mall - 24 minutes
• Zayed University - 27 minutes

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 10%

During Construction | 40%

Post-Handover | 50%

Data Source: Deca Properties as of July 2024

The Oasis

Location: Dubailand

Developer: Emaar Properties

The Oasis by Emaar will be one of the largest projects in Dubai, covering over 100,000,000 sq. ft. The project will include 7,000 large villas with spacious plots and views of water canals, lakes, and parks. 25% of the land will be dedicated to lakes, parks, jogging tracks, and other luxury amenities. A 1,500,000 sq. ft. retail area will also have various shopping and dining options. The residential development features four- and five-bedroom mansions and villas, as well as a family room, two powder rooms, and a closed-style kitchen. The mansions also have space for private jetties, and corner plots will have private islands. There are four sub-communities in The Oasis by Emaar:

• Mirage The Oasis

• Palmiera 2 The Oasis

• Palmiera 3 The Oasis

• Palmiera The Oasis

Trump International Golf Club is just a 10-minute drive away from The Oasis. Dubai International Stadium and Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club are 11 minutes away. The Dubai Autodrome is a 12-minute drive, and Sheikh Zayed Road is a 16-minute drive.

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 20%

During Construction | 60%

Completion | 20%

Data Source: Emaar Properties as of July 2024

The Acres 

Location: Dubailand

Developer: Meraas

The Acres by Meraas is a standalone villa community comprising three, four, five, six, and seven-bedroom villas. There are parks and open spaces within a 2 to 3-minute walk from any home, and most areas are designed for walking rather than driving. The layout features outer park loops with smaller villas and inner ones with larger villas. The community emphasises sustainability with smart features and water management, and it is pre-certified for LEED Cities and Communities. The neighbourhood provides easy access to Hamdan Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan Road, Emirates Road, and Latifa Bint Hamdan Road. The villas feature various designs, including side courtyards, stone walls, terraces, and double-height living areas, with a modern mix of stone, wood, and glass in the architecture. The average sizes and prices of villas in The Acres are:

3-bed villas - From AED 5,090,000 | 3,049 sq. ft

4-bed villas - From AED 6,400,000 | 3,915 sq. ft

5-bed villas - From AED 8,400,000 | 4,875 sq. ft

5-bed villas - From AED 13,500,000 | 7,207 sq. ft

6-bed villas - From AED 15,000,000 | 7,833 sq. ft

7-bed villas - From AED 20,000,000 | 10,911 sq. ft

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 5%

Initial Payment | 5% on SPA signing

During Construction | 65% (including downpayment and initial payment)

Handover | 35%

Data Source: Meraas Properties as of July 2024

Riverside

Location: Dubai Investments Park 2

Developer: Damac

Damac Riverside is a residential community in Dubai Investments Park 2 that is currently in the planning stage. The community will have four and five-bedroom townhouses and villas. The development blends architectural styles from Rome, Paris, Amsterdam, New York, and London. It offers various water-based fitness activities, dynamic sports, and relaxing 'Essential Oil Lakes' infused with aromatherapy oils and salt water. The community also has a games zone, a children's play area named 'Kidz Adventure Land, and a clubhouse. The villas and townhouses have a starting price of AED 1,990,000 and come in 2,297.34 to 3,407.42 sq. ft. It enjoys proximity to key locations such as:

• DAMAC Mall - 12 minutes
• Mall of the Emirates - 10 minutes
• Expo City Dubai - 15 minutes
• Al Maktoum International Airport - 10 minutes

Payment Plan

Down Payment | 20%

During construction | 50%

Upon Completion | 30%

Data Source: Damac Properties as of July 2024

That concludes our list of the best upcoming neighbourhoods in Dubai with potential for growth and high returns. If you are interested in any of these upcoming neighbourhoods, contact us and leave the rest to our professional real estate consultants.