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Community guide · Dubai

Living in Dubailand

A large inland district of Dubai with villa communities, including Aldar's Haven and The Wilds and DAMAC Sun City.

About Dubailand

Dubailand is a large inland district along Emirates Road and Al Qudra. Google Maps places Aldar's Haven, Verdes and Athlon in Wadi Al Safa 5, The Wilds in Wadi Al Safa 3, and DAMAC Sun City in Al Yalayis 1.

Aldar entered Dubai here with Haven, Athlon and The Wilds; DAMAC is building Sun City nearby.

Key facts
EmirateDubai
OwnershipOpen to all buyers (freehold projects)
Home typesVillas, townhouses, apartments
Main developerSeveral developers
Price per sq ft*Ask uslatest prices on request
Rental yield*Ask usdepends on the unit
*Bayut Dubai H1 2026 market report. Market data changes; ask us for today's figures.

Your guide to Dubailand

Buying in Dubailand

  • Mostly off-plan villas and townhouses from Aldar and DAMAC. Ask us which projects 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 Dubailand

  • Many projects are still under construction. Ask us for ready rentals nearby.
  • 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 Dubailand

  • Large master communities with family amenities. We check handover dates and service charges 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 Dubailand

  • Off-plan resales compete with new releases, so pricing matters. We handle that for you.
  • 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

Wellness

Aldar's Haven is built around a wellness theme.

Sport

Athlon by Aldar is planned around an active lifestyle.

Nature

The Wilds by Aldar is planned around natural landscapes.

Access

Emirates Road and Al Qudra Road.

Getting around

  • Dubai Hills Estate · short drive*
  • Downtown Dubai · around 25 minutes*
*Check live traffic before you travel.

Dubailand FAQs

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Sources (checked 15 October 2026)
  1. Google Maps - Haven by Aldar, Wadi Al Safa 5
  2. Google Maps - The Wilds by Aldar, Wadi Al Safa 3
  3. Google Maps - Athlon by Aldar, Wadi Al Safa 5
  4. Google Maps - Sun City by DAMAC, Al Yalayis 1
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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