Dubai freehold area guide
Location
Tilal Al Ghaf is located along Hessa Street (D61) at its intersection with Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54) in Dubailand, giving direct access to Al Qudra Road and the wider Dubai road network. It is not currently metro-served; travel to Downtown/Marina is roughly 20-25 minutes by car.
Overview
A large-scale (3 million sqm), Majid Al Futtaim-developed lagoon community centred on the 70,000 sqm Lagoon Al Ghaf with sandy Hive Beach, extensive cycling/walking trails, and a mix of contemporary villas, townhouses and low-rise apartments. The overall feel is resort-suburban - manicured, wellness-oriented, and increasingly upscale as newer clusters (Harmony, Elie Saab-branded villas) launch.
Who lives here
Professional couples, executives and families - particularly those prioritising wellness and lifestyle amenities - across a broad income band from upper-middle (Elan townhouses) to ultra-high-net-worth (Harmony lagoon-front villas and branded residences). A strong mix of end-users and investors given the community's newer, high-growth profile.
Price points
AED / Mid-2026 indicators
Apartments
Limited apartment stock; where available, typically AED 1.2M-2.5M for 1-2BR units
Villas / Townhouses
2026 registered sales median around AED 7.0M-7.2M (approx AED 2,300-2,600/sqft), entry townhouses from approx. AED 2.8M-4M, mid-tier villas approx. AED 5.5M-9M, ultra-luxury mansions (e.g. Lanai Islands, Elysian) reaching AED 22M-91M+
Typical gross rental yield
Approx. 5.6-7% gross
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
- Lagoon Al Ghaf (70,000 sqm) and Hive Beach
- 18km pedestrian trail and 11km cycling tracks
- Schools, nurseries and healthcare within the masterplan
- Retail and dining at Nad Al Sheba-adjacent and on-site town centre
- Proximity to Arabian Ranches and Dubai Hills Estate
- Community parks and wellness-focused facilities
- Easy access via Hessa Street and Al Qudra Road
Best for
Families and professionals wanting a wellness-led, lagoon-front lifestyle with a broad range of villa and townhouse price points and strong appreciation momentum.
