Living on Jumeirah Islands
A villa community of 46 man-made islands and lakes, where Ellington is building apartment towers on the edge.
About Jumeirah Islands
Jumeirah Islands is one of Dubai's established villa neighbourhoods, built as 46 man-made islands within lakes (Ellington Properties). Google Maps places Ellington's Eltiera Heights in Al Thanyah Fifth, Jumeirah Heights.
Ellington's Eltiera Heights and Eltiera Views add apartment towers on the edge of the community.
Market data: registered sales
What homes in Jumeirah Islands actually sold for, from sales registered with the Dubai Land Department.
| Home type | Median sale price | Median rent | Gross yield | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studios | AED 1,194,379 | AED 55,000 a year | – | 104 |
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,073,828 | AED 85,000 a year | – | 671 |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,295,828 | AED 175,000 a year | – | 381 |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 4,120,828 | AED 225,000 a year | – | 105 |
Your guide to Jumeirah Islands
Buying in Jumeirah Islands
- Villas on the islands and new off-plan apartments by Ellington. Ask us which towers are still selling.
- Foreign buyers can own freehold in Dubai's designated freehold areas. We confirm every unit's title and status with the Dubai Land Department before you pay anything.
- Budget for the one-off 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee. It is a purchase cost, not a yearly tax.
- Homes worth AED 2 million or more can qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, off-plan included. The authorities make the final decision.
Renting in Jumeirah Islands
- Villa rentals come up; the Ellington towers are still under construction.
- Every Dubai lease is registered on Ejari.
- Rent increases at renewal follow the RERA rental index, so check the official calculator before you agree a new rent.
Investing in Jumeirah Islands
- Scarce lakeside living close to JLT and Dubai Marina. We check each release before you buy.
- Individuals' rental income from UAE property is outside UAE Corporate Tax (Cabinet Decision No. 49 of 2023), and there is no annual property tax.
Selling or letting in Jumeirah Islands
- We price villas and off-plan apartments against recent sales.
- New launches compete for the same buyers, so a ready home has to stand out on price, condition and photos. We handle all of that for you.
Lifestyle and amenities
Lakes
Islands set within man-made lakes.
Quiet
A calm, resort-like setting.
Nearby
JLT, Emirates Hills and Dubai Marina.
Access
Sheikh Zayed Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
Getting around
- Dubai Marina · around 10 minutes*
- Mall of the Emirates · around 15 minutes*
Jumeirah Islands FAQs
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- Ellington Properties - community page
- Google Maps - Eltiera Heights, Al Thanyah Fifth, Jumeirah Heights
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