Raya at Arabian Ranches

About the area

Raya at Arabian Ranches is a residential sub-community within Arabian Ranches 3, located in the Wadi Al Safa 5 area of Dubai. The development is composed of low-rise townhouses finished in a contemporary style. Information recorded by local authorities shows active transactions and outlines the basic form and context of the neighbourhood.

What Raya at Arabian Ranches is and where it sits

Raya at Arabian Ranches is a townhouse neighbourhood forming part of Arabian Ranches 3 in Wadi Al Safa 5. The homes are primarily two-storey townhouses with contemporary architectural lines and large glazed openings; floor-to-ceiling windows are a noted characteristic. The development was presented with an original masterplan and concept imagery published by the developer at launch; these materials are useful for comparing initial proposals with completed buildings and landscaping.

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Transport and typical travel times

Raya at Arabian Ranches is located well outside central Dubai, and its public transport connectivity reflects the suburban character of Arabian Ranches 3. The nearest Dubai Metro Red Line station is identified by code R31 and lies approximately 14,402 metres from the community; this distance is not typically walkable. For day-to-day movement residents rely on private cars, community shuttle services where provided by third parties, or rideshare options.

Typical driving times published with the location are as follows (approximate):

  • Dubai Mall — roughly 24 minutes by car
  • Palm Jumeirah — roughly 26 minutes by car
  • Burj Al Arab — roughly 24 minutes by car
  • The Walk JBR — roughly 30 minutes by car
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) — roughly 24 minutes by car
  • Al Maktoum International Airport — roughly 25 minutes by car

These drive times are indicative and depend on traffic conditions and chosen route. The community’s placement within Arabian Ranches 3 means most daily journeys are made by car.

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Built form, housing and transactions

The housing stock at Raya at Arabian Ranches consists of two-storey townhouses. Design characteristics highlighted in the development information include contemporary façades and extensive glazing, which provide interior daylight and external views. Landscaping and amenity layouts were illustrated in the original masterplan and concept images; projects of this type commonly undergo design revisions between concept and completion, and the published plans can be used for reference.

Public transaction records maintained under Dubai’s Open Data process list multiple recent sale transactions for properties in Raya at Arabian Ranches; at the time of the latest summary there are 50 sale transaction records available. These are recorded by the relevant land authority and published on working days; they provide a factual audit trail of recent market activity in the community.

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Local services and immediate surroundings

Raya at Arabian Ranches is part of the broader Arabian Ranches 3 neighbourhood, which places it within reach of community amenities and schools that serve residents of Wadi Al Safa 5. Two schools identified in proximity are GEMS Winchester School, Dubai (approximately 1.6 km away) and Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia (approximately 1.9 km away). The wider area includes parks and landscaped open spaces typical of suburban masterplans in this part of Dubai.

The launch materials and masterplan imagery published by the developer include illustrations of communal spaces and the street structure. Such materials are useful for understanding intended amenity distribution, though realised detail may vary from the initial concepts.

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Who Raya at Arabian Ranches suits

Raya at Arabian Ranches is suitable for households seeking suburban townhouse living in Dubai with an emphasis on private space and low-rise neighbourhood character. The two-storey houses and contemporary design appeal to buyers or tenants prioritising family accommodation and internal daylighting. The community is also appropriate for people who depend on private transport for daily travel, given the distance to the nearest metro station and the published drive times to key parts of the city.

Investors or owner-occupiers evaluating the area should consider the recorded transaction activity as part of market due diligence; the official sale records provide a snapshot of recent market movements within the community.

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Practical notes for prospective residents

  • Architectural character: contemporary two-storey townhouses with floor-to-ceiling windows.
  • Travel: car-based movement is the norm; metro access is distant and not walkable from the neighbourhood (nearest Red Line station approx. 14,402 m).
  • Published journey times to central and leisure destinations are approximate and provided for orientation (see transport section).
  • Documentation: original masterplan and concept images were published by the developer at launch and can be consulted to compare intent and delivery.

FAQ

What type of homes are found in Raya at Arabian Ranches? The community is made up of two-storey townhouses with a contemporary design and notable use of floor-to-ceiling windows.

How close is the nearest metro station? The nearest Dubai Metro station on the Red Line is identified as R31 and is roughly 14.4 km from the community; this distance is generally not suitable for walking.

How long does it take to reach central Dubai and key attractions by car? Published approximate drive times include about 24 minutes to Dubai Mall, 26 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, 24 minutes to Burj Al Arab, and 30 minutes to The Walk JBR. Airport drive times are listed at approximately 24 minutes to DXB and 25 minutes to Al Maktoum International.

Are there schools nearby? Schools noted in proximity are GEMS Winchester School, Dubai (approx. 1.6 km) and Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia (approx. 1.9 km). These distances are indicative of relatively close educational provision within the broader area.

Service charges in Raya at Arabian Ranches, 2026

Area median13.86 AED▲ +5.0% per sq ft per year · 149 AED/m²
Range across buildings4.5–19.0buildings with a budget: 28
vs Dubai median▼ -13.0%Dubai 15.94 AED/sq ft
General / reserve fund12.77 / 0.71medians, AED/sq ft

Cheapest to maintain

  1. Villanova 4.51
  2. Etlala 2 9.72
  3. Indigo Tower 10.27
  4. Phoenix Tower - Residential 10.71
  5. Etlalah 1 11.33

Most expensive

  1. Desert Sun Tower 19.01
  2. K 1 19.00
  3. Maya 2 17.75
  4. Aark Residences 16.84
  5. J One Building 16.83

Largest management companies in the area: Provis Owners Association Management Services (6), Kaizen Owner Association Management Services (4), Stratum Owner Association Management Services (3).

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RERA-approved 2026 budgets from the DLD service charge index (Mollak); residential buildings. Rate is AED per sq ft per year; YoY compares the same buildings in 2025.

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Is Raya at Arabian Ranches well-connected by metro?
The nearest metro station is approximately 14.4 km away, on the Red Line.
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