Community guide E311 · Al Ain Rd (E66) by Dubai Holding

Dubailand Dubai

One of Dubai's largest master zones: 278 sq km and 41 residential communities along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Al Ain Road. Studios average AED 561K with a 7.7% gross yield. Best for yield-focused buyers with a long horizon, as 117,739 homes are still under construction.

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Entry price

AED 561K

Studio, DLD avg

Price per sq ft

AED 1,236

Ready homes, DLD 2026

Gross yield

4.9–7.7%

4-bed villa to studio

Price growth

+7.4%

vs same period 2025

Overview

About Dubailand: a city-sized zone, still growing

Dubailand is a 278 sq km master zone launched in 2003 by Dubai Holding, spread along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Ain Road (E66). It holds 41 residential communities, including Town Square, DAMAC Hills, Villanova, Arjan, Majan and the Dubailand Residence Complex.

It has 105,056 completed homes and 117,739 more under construction, about two-thirds apartments and one-third villas and townhouses. DLD registered 32,742 sales and 57,250 leases here between January and November 2026, and 78% of the sales were off-plan.

Launched
2003Announced by Dubai Holding (Tatweer)
Size
278 sq km41 residential communities
Property types
Apartments, townhouses, villasStudios to 7-bed villas
Homes
105,056 built117,739 under construction
Service charge
AED 12.9–15.0/sq ft2025, 5 main communities · Dubai avg AED 15.6
On site
Global Village, IMG Worlds, Miracle GardenAl Barari, polo and golf clubs
Schools
Dozens across the zoneGEMS Heritage School in City of Arabia

Prices, rents & yields

Dubailand prices, rents and rental yields

Averages from 7,052 ready-home sales and 56,769 leases registered with the Dubai Land Department in 2026, not asking prices. Off-plan launches, 78% of all sales, average about AED 1,526 per sq ft.

Unit typeAvg priceAvg annual rentGross yield
Studio apartmentHighest yield AED 561,060 AED 43,065 7.68%
1-bed apartment AED 883,108 AED 58,467 6.62%
2-bed apartment AED 1,441,489 AED 85,266 5.92%
3-bed villa / townhouse AED 2,566,262 AED 134,786 5.25%
4-bed villa AED 4,375,330 AED 213,491 4.88%

Is it right for you?

Pros and cons of Dubailand

Strengths

  • High rental yields. Studios 7.7% and 1-beds 6.6% gross.
  • Prices rising. Ready homes are up 7.4% on 2025.
  • Every budget. From AED 561K studios to 5-bed villas around AED 9.2M.
  • Deep market. 32,742 sales and 57,250 leases in 2026.
  • Leisure on the doorstep. Global Village, IMG Worlds and Dubai Miracle Garden.

Trade-offs

  • Huge supply pipeline. 117,739 homes under construction, 49,388 due in 2027.
  • No metro. The nearest Red Line station is about 20 minutes away by car.
  • Mostly off-plan. 78% of 2026 sales were off-plan, so resale prices lag launch prices.
  • Communities differ. 41 communities and 203 developers; choose the building carefully.
  • Lower villa yields. 4-bed villas yield about 4.9% gross.
Best suited toYield investorsFirst-time buyersFamilies wanting villasBudgets from AED 561K

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Location

Where is Dubailand?

Inland, south-east of Downtown Dubai, spread along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Ain Road (E66), with Global Village and IMG Worlds of Adventure at its heart.

  • Global Village10 min
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure10 min
  • Downtown Dubai25 min
  • DIFC25 min
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB)25 min
  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)30 min
Car community. No metro yet; the nearest station is Equiti on the Red Line, about 20 minutes by car. RTA buses serve Global Village.

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FAQ

Dubailand FAQs

Is Dubailand a good investment in 2026?

For rental income, yes: studios yield 7.7% gross and 1-beds 6.6%, and ready prices rose 7.4% on 2025. The main risk is supply, with 117,739 homes under construction, so favour completed buildings in established communities.

How much does a property cost in Dubailand?

DLD averages for ready homes in 2026: studios about AED 561K, 1-bed apartments AED 883K, 2-bed apartments AED 1.44M, 3-bed villas and townhouses AED 2.57M and 4-bed villas AED 4.38M.

Which communities are in Dubailand?

41 residential communities, including Town Square, DAMAC Hills, DAMAC Hills 2, Villanova, Mudon, Arjan, Majan, The Valley and the Dubailand Residence Complex.

Who developed Dubailand?

Dubai Holding launched the master zone in 2003 through Tatweer. Today 203 developers build there; DAMAC has the most homes, followed by Emaar, Nshama and Dubai Properties.

Is there a metro station in Dubailand?

No. The nearest station is Equiti on the Red Line, about a 20-minute drive, so most residents rely on cars, taxis and RTA buses.

What is there to do in Dubailand?

Global Village, IMG Worlds of Adventure (one of the world's largest indoor theme parks) and Dubai Miracle Garden, plus polo, golf and the Al Barari gardens.

Which unit type is easiest to resell?

Studio apartments: they made up 8,838 of the 32,742 sales registered in 2026, followed by 1-bed apartments at 8,096.

How much new supply is coming to Dubailand?

117,739 homes are under construction, with 49,388 due in 2027 and 38,002 in 2028. Expect more competition for tenants in new buildings while they hand over.

What are service charges like in Dubailand?

They vary by community. 2025 averages per sq ft: DAMAC Hills AED 15.0, Arjan AED 14.2, Dubailand Residence Complex AED 14.0, Liwan AED 13.1 and Majan AED 12.9, all below the Dubai apartment average of AED 15.6. Individual buildings differ, so check the exact figure before you buy.

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