Dubai freehold area guide
Location
Jumeirah Heights is a gated low-rise apartment complex within the Jumeirah Islands masterplan in New Dubai, roughly 10 minutes from both Dubai Marina and JBR, with easy access to Sheikh Zayed Road and adjoining Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT).
Overview
A quiet, gated community of six mid-rise residential buildings offering 2- and 3-bedroom apartments and duplexes, set apart from Dubai's high-density towers with a more low-rise, suburban, garden-community feel. It is calmer and more residential than nearby Marina/JLT high-rises, appealing to those wanting space without a villa-sized commitment.
Who lives here
Established expat families and professionals seeking larger, quieter apartments than typical Marina towers, drawn from Western European, Arab, and South Asian backgrounds. A mix of long-term renters and owner-occupiers; mid-to-upper income band given larger unit sizes.
Price points
AED / Mid-2026 indicators
Apartments
1BR AED 2M-2.3M, 2BR AED 2.8M-3.8M, 3BR/duplex AED 4M-5.5M (approximate, based on 2026 registered sales, average around AED 2,400-2,550/sqft)
Typical gross rental yield
Not widely reported; estimated in the 5-6% gross range typical of low-rise JLT-adjacent apartment stock
Figures are approximate market indicators as of mid-2026, compiled for general orientation purposes only. They do not constitute a valuation or investment advice — please confirm current pricing and availability before making a decision.
Lifestyle & amenities
- Gated community with dedicated security
- Jumeirah Islands Pavilion shopping centre (Choithrams, cafes, clinic, pharmacy)
- 10 minutes to Dubai Marina and JBR beaches
- Adjacent to Jumeirah Lake Towers commercial towers
- Community parks and walking paths
- Easy access to Sheikh Zayed Road
- Nearby schools and nurseries in JLT/Marina area
- Round 10 Boxing Club and community leisure facilities
Best for
Families and professionals wanting larger, quieter low-rise apartments near the Marina/JLT hub without high-rise tower living.
