DubaiLand

DubaiLand is a district of Dubai, 42 listings available with us.

For sale42 listings
Off-plan573 projects
Communities inside412
Buildings103
AreaDubai

About the area

DubaiLand occupies a large inland area of Dubai between Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Road and the desert. Originally announced in 2003 as a master-planned leisure and residential complex, the site was designed to include multiple themed developments and visitor attractions alongside substantial residential neighbourhoods. The master plan allocated more than two dozen development plots and envisaged dozens of attractions; over time the emphasis has shifted towards residential communities and sports and leisure facilities rather than a single, contiguous theme-park complex.

What this place is and where it sits

DubaiLand is a broad master-planned area set inland from Palm Jumeirah. The outline master plan identified multiple zones such as Arabian Ranches, Dubai Sports City, Falcon City of Wonders and Golf City as major elements within the overall concept. These components have contributed residential neighbourhoods, golf and equestrian facilities, sports stadia and other amenities that now characterise parts of the area.

The site lies between major arterial routes and the desert hinterland, forming a large inland district intended to combine housing with leisure and sport. Global Village is immediately adjacent and is a notable landmark within walking distance of many parts of DubaiLand.

Transport and distances

DubaiLand is not served by a metro station within the district. The nearest Dubai Metro station on the Red Line, code R31, is approximately 13.4 km away, placing most of DubaiLand beyond comfortable walking distance of rapid transit. Road connections are the primary means of access, with Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Road providing the main link to the rest of the city.

Approximate distances from central points in Dubai to DubaiLand:

  • Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — 15.6 km
  • The Dubai Mall — 15.5 km
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 21.6 km
  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — 24.6 km
  • Palm Jumeirah — 19.2 km
  • Dubai Marina — 18.3 km
  • Mall of the Emirates — 13.6 km
  • Global Village — 1.6 km

Development pattern and notable projects

The original DubaiLand master plan comprised around 26 development projects and envisaged about 50 visitor attractions. Over the years, the largest elements realised in and around the master plan have included residential-led developments and sport-oriented precincts. Prominent components associated with the overall DubaiLand concept include:

  • Arabian Ranches — a residential community arranged around a golf course and equestrian facilities.
  • Dubai Sports City — a cluster focused on sports stadia, training facilities and motorsport infrastructure.
  • Falcon City of Wonders and Golf City — thematic residential zones within the master plan.

The area includes 159 nearby projects. Notable examples include J One, a completed project dating from 2009; Safeer Tower 2 by Al Seeb Development; Safeer Tower 3; Blue Tower; Al Salam Residence; Al Ramth blocks; Maysan Towers by Emaar Properties; and Iluka by MS Homes. Other named developments include Shams by Dubai Properties, One Dubai and Saleh Bin Lahej Building.

Sub-communities (selected)

DubaiLand comprises a number of smaller neighbourhoods and gated communities. Selected sub-areas include:

  • Dubailand Oasis
  • California Village
  • Madinat Hind 3
  • Haven by Aldar
  • The Acres
  • Sobha Elwood
  • Damac Sun City
  • Reportage Hills

Who DubaiLand suits

DubaiLand and its component communities suit several buyer and resident profiles:

  • Households seeking low-density, villa-style living adjacent to golf, equestrian and sport facilities.
  • Families and residents who prioritise leisure amenities such as sports stadia, golf and large outdoor venues nearby.
  • Investors and developers active in large master-planned areas where multiple projects and phased delivery are typical.
  • Buyers prepared to use private transport, as the district is primarily road-oriented and distances to central Dubai and metro stations are significant.

FAQ

Where exactly is DubaiLand located?
DubaiLand sits inland from Palm Jumeirah between Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Road and the desert, with Global Village located roughly 1.6 km from central points in the area.

Is there a metro station in DubaiLand?
The nearest Red Line metro station, code R31, is about 13.4 km away; road transport is the primary mode of access within and between DubaiLand neighbourhoods.

What kinds of developments are in the area?
The master plan grouped themed residential districts, golf and equestrian enclaves, and sport-focused precincts. Notable projects include J One, Safeer Tower 2, Maysan Towers and several branded communities.

Who typically chooses to live in DubaiLand?
Residents who value spacious, leisure-oriented neighbourhoods—such as families and those seeking golf- or sports-adjacent housing—tend to choose DubaiLand, as do participants in longer-term development and investment strategies aligned with master-planned districts.

All projects in DubaiLand on the site — 4.

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Actual transaction prices in DubaiLand, since 2025

The figures below come from registered Dubai Land Department transactions, not from listings. We show the median rather than the mean, so that one-off penthouses do not distort it.

82 877registered transactions
16 450AED per m², median
608buildings with sales
+3%over the past year, across 385 buildings
5.7%gross rental yield

The yearly figure compares the last 12 months with the 12 before them. Calendar years would not work here: the current one is unfinished, so the comparison would understate the change.

How the price per square metre changed by year

From 2022 to 2025 — +35% on the price per square metre across 98 buildings that traded in both years.

For comparison: the median across the whole district moved +67%. The gap between the two figures is not existing homes appreciating — it is newer, more expensive buildings entering the market. Returns on a purchase follow the first figure.

10 64720146165.8%
11 00220158828.0%
9 93620169069.1%
10 45020178838.4%
10 25220187587.4%
9 13220196417.0%
9 33320205005.4%
9 48120214795.1%
9 71120225755.9%
11 35420237146.3%
14 27720248596.0%
16 18920259505.9%
17 0122026*9755.7%

Top to bottom: purchase price per m², year, annual rent per m², gross yield. Showing the last 13 years, from 2014.

* 2026 is still in progress, so its bar covers part of the year and is not directly comparable with the ones before it. The growth figure below uses completed years only.

All figures are medians rather than means: in thin years the mean swings with the mix of units and shows movement the market never had. The yield is gross — service charges are not published in the register, so they cannot be deducted honestly.

Where people bought most

BuildingDealsPrice per m²
Binghatti Elite1 79416 883
Binghatti Vintage1 51918 903
Reportage Village 188914 037
Binghatti Skyflame 184215 313
Peace Lagoons by Peace Homes77816 264
Binghatti Skyterraces75619 701
Sobha Solis Tower A73821 273
Samana Barari Heights73319 175
BINGHATTI TITANIA73217 604
Sobha Solis Tower B60921 767
DAMAC ISLANDS - MALDIVES 458114 691
EMPIRE LAKE VIEWS56317 332

Linked names lead to our pages for those projects.

Source: Dubai Land Department transaction registry. Prices per square metre, sale transactions.

Resale properties — DubaiLand

Areas inside DubaiLand

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Nearby areas

Neighbouring areas and sub-communities to compare location and prices.

Frequent questions

Where is DubaiLand located?
DubaiLand is a district in Dubai.
Is DubaiLand well-connected by metro?
The nearest metro station is approximately 13.4 km away, on the Red Line.
How can I buy property in DubaiLand?
Submit an enquiry via the form on this page or message us on WhatsApp — a Continental Club Property broker (RERA 31933) will help you find a unit in this area.