Community guide · Dubai
Living in La Mer
A beachfront destination in Jumeirah 1 with dining, shops and leisure, close to Downtown Dubai.
About La Mer
La Mer is a beachfront development in Jumeirah 1 with homes, shops, restaurants and leisure around the beach (Ellington Properties).
Ellington has built luxury villas here as part of its Ellington Villa Collection.
Key facts
EmirateDubai
OwnershipOpen to all buyers (freehold projects)
Home typesVillas, apartments
Main developerMeraas (master), Ellington (villa collection)
Price per sq ft*Ask uslatest prices on request
Rental yield*Ask usdepends on the unit
Market data: registered sales
What homes in La Mer actually sold for, from sales registered with the Dubai Land Department.
Sales registered (12 months)291
Median sale priceAED 2,530,000-19.7% vs previous 12 months
Median price per sq ftAED 2,903-0.3% vs previous 12 months
Gross rental yield5.2%median rent vs median price
Off-plan share of sales48.8%
| Home type | Median sale price | Median rent | Gross yield | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,300,000 | AED 120,000 a year | 5.2% | 68 |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,875,000 | AED 200,000 a year | 5.2% | 82 |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 7,425,000 | AED 410,000 a year | – | 60 |
Your guide to La Mer
Buying in La Mer
- Beachfront villas and apartments. Ask us what is for sale.
- 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 La Mer
- Few homes come up for rent; ask us.
- 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 La Mer
- Limited beachfront supply close to Downtown Dubai. We check each home first.
- 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 La Mer
- We market beachfront homes to qualified buyers.
- 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.
Availability changes often. Tap a project to see its page, sold or selling. Ask us which homes are still on sale.
Lifestyle and amenities
Beach
A long public beach.
Dining
Restaurants and cafes on the beachfront.
Leisure
Water park and events.
Access
Minutes from Downtown Dubai and City Walk.
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Getting around
- Downtown Dubai · around 10 minutes*
- Dubai International Airport · around 15 minutes*
La Mer FAQs
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Sources (checked 15 October 2026)
This guide is general information, not legal or financial advice. Prices, yields and rules change; we confirm the latest position before you commit.
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