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Where to buy in Dubai
An overview of Dubai's main off-plan districts and the projects currently available in each.
Next to Downtown Dubai
Business Bay
Business Bay is Dubai's central business district beside Downtown Dubai and the Dubai Water Canal, with towers along Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road and two metro stations nearby.
It suits buyers who want a central address for living or business, short drives to Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and DIFC, and a deep rental market for both apartments and offices.
Waterfront, near Port Rashid
Dubai Maritime City
Dubai Maritime City is a waterfront peninsula between Port Rashid and Dubai Drydocks, being developed with residential towers, marinas and promenades close to Jumeirah and Downtown.
It suits buyers looking for sea views and a central location at entry prices below established waterfront districts.
Lagoon community off Hessa Street
DAMAC Lagoons
DAMAC Lagoons is a master community themed around Mediterranean destinations, with crystal lagoons, beaches and townhouse and apartment clusters, near Dubai Hills and Motor City.
It suits families and investors who want resort-style living and attractive payment plans.
Along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road
Dubailand & City of Arabia
Dubailand is a large inland district along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Al Ain Road, home to master communities, theme parks such as IMG Worlds and Global Village, and newer business hubs.
It suits buyers seeking lower entry prices, larger layouts and growing communities with good road access.
Near Al Ain Road and Emirates Road
Dubai Academic City
Dubai Academic City sits near the junction of Al Ain Road and Emirates Road, an area of new villa communities, universities and the planned Blue Line metro extension.
It suits families wanting new villas and townhouses with space, green landscapes and community amenities.
Minutes from Downtown
Meydan & Nad Al Sheba
Meydan and Nad Al Sheba lie just south-east of Downtown Dubai around the Meydan Racecourse, with new master-planned residential districts a few minutes from Business Bay.
It suits buyers who want new-build homes close to the city centre with large-scale community amenities.
Waterfront, New Dubai
Dubai Marina & JBR
Dubai Marina is a waterfront district of high-rise towers around a 3 km canal marina, next to Jumeirah Beach Residence, with tram and metro links.
It suits buyers looking for established waterfront living and strong short-term rental demand.
Home of Burj Khalifa
Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai is the district around Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and Dubai Opera, one of the city's most recognised addresses.
It suits buyers who want a landmark address with premium resale and rental appeal.
Green master community
Dubai Hills Estate
Dubai Hills Estate is a master community built around an 18-hole golf course and a central park, with villas, apartments, schools, hospitals and Dubai Hills Mall.
It suits families wanting an established green community within reach of Downtown and Dubai Marina.
Popular mid-market community
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
Jumeirah Village Circle is a residential community between Al Khail Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, known for a wide range of mid-market apartments and townhouses.
It suits investors seeking accessible prices and steady rental demand.
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