Dubai freehold area guide
Location
A new man-made island roughly twice the size of Palm Jumeirah, located off the coast near Jebel Ali on Dubai's southwestern shoreline, connected to Sheikh Zayed Road via a new 5km access route with proximity to Dubai Marina and Bluewaters Island.
Overview
A large-scale beachfront mega-development by Nakheel still under construction (infrastructure and early villas underway in 2026, first residential handovers expected toward 2030), planned with seven islands, 16 fronds and over 90km of new beachfront. The vibe is ultra-prime, low-density and resort-style, positioned as a larger, more spacious alternative to Palm Jumeirah.
Who lives here
Aimed squarely at high-net-worth investors and end-users — early buyers are predominantly wealthy regional and international investors purchasing off-plan for long-term capital appreciation or future primary/second homes; not yet an active resident community as most of the island remains under development.
Price points
AED / Mid-2026 indicators
Apartments
1BR apartments from approximately AED 2.7M-2.8M; 2BR apartments from approximately AED 4.3M-5.2M+ (roughly AED 2,800-3,500 per sq ft as of 2026)
Villas / Townhouses
5BR villas from approximately AED 18M-22M; 6BR villas from approximately AED 21.5M; 7BR premium villas approximately AED 29M-43M; district median sale price around AED 20.7M reflecting the large-villa and land-heavy transaction mix
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
- 91km of planned beachfront across the island
- Direct new road link to Sheikh Zayed Road
- Proximity to Dubai Marina and Bluewaters Island
- Planned retail, dining and leisure on the Spine/Fronds
- Private beach access for most residences
- Large-scale infrastructure works (roads, utilities) ongoing through 2026
- Proximity to Dubai South and Al Maktoum International Airport
Best for
Best suited to high-net-worth investors seeking off-plan capital appreciation in Dubai's next flagship waterfront mega-project, rather than buyers wanting an immediately livable community.
