Ghaf Woods

Majid Al Futtaim's spectacularly visionary forest-living mega-community in Dubailand, brutally immersing ultra-modern apartments directly into tens of thousands of trees near Global Village.

AED 1.19m Median starting price
2 Off-plan projects
6 Resale listings
Ghaf Woods

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Description

Ghaf Woods is a visionary master-planned community by Majid Al Futtaim, widely recognized as Dubai’s first-ever ‘forest-living’ destination. Strategically located in Dubailand (Wadi Al Safa 4) adjacent to Global Village and easily accessible via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), the mega-development is engineered within a lush woodland ecosystem featuring over 35,000 drought-resistant native trees, including the UAE’s national Ghaf tree.

The pedestrian-friendly neighborhood comprises 11 low-rise clusters offering premium apartments and spacious duplexes. To maximize the connection with nature, vehicle parking is restricted to the ground level, with living spaces elevated above the canopy. This extensive greenery is meticulously designed to reduce local outdoor temperatures by up to 5°C and improve air quality by up to 20% compared to surrounding areas.

Residents will have access to a heavily wellness-focused lifestyle, including 8 km of forest walking trails, a 3.5 km mountain-biking loop, forest-edge pools, Dubai’s first forest wellness center, and community farming plots supporting farm-to-table dining. The district’s lifestyle offerings will be anchored by ‘Distrikt’—a mixed-use retail and culinary hub—and will eventually feature the expansive Ghaf Woods Mall.

Price Analysis

Ghaf Woods represents a significant new asset class in the Dubai real estate market. As a premium freehold development, it marks Majid Al Futtaim’s first major apartment-led community, strategically expanding its highly successful residential portfolio beyond the villa-focused Tilal Al Ghaf. The developer brings over three decades of institutional expertise, having delivered landmark destinations such as Mall of the Emirates and City Centre malls.

Market Dynamics & Investment Outlook: The project introduces a highly exclusive “eco-luxury” segment to Dubailand, which has historically been dominated by standard townhouse and villa communities.

  • Launch Performance: Market reception has been exceptionally strong. Since the initial sales launch in June 2024, demand has surged, with the first release completely selling out shortly after opening.

  • Projected Timelines: Construction is progressing in structured phases. The first properties are scheduled for handover in 2027, with later phases releasing gradually through 2031, allowing early investors to capitalize on long-term value appreciation as the community takes shape.

The development’s strategic positioning near the rapidly expanding Al Maktoum International Airport corridor, combined with the planned integration of Ghaf Woods Mall, provides a strong foundation for both robust capital appreciation and premium rental yields upon handover.

Infrastructure

  • An off-plan, pedestrian-only eco-community by Majid Al Futtaim, bordered by E311 and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street.

    • Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) (2 min drive) — primary western highway for cross-city travel

    • Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54) (2 min drive) — vital inland artery connecting Dubailand to Expo City

    • Equiti Metro Station (20 min drive) — nearest operational Red Line metro station

    • Burj Khalifa: 25 min

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB): 25 min

    • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 30 min

    • DIFC: 25 min

  • Positioned near Motor City, residents will utilize established, highly-rated British curriculum schools.

    • GEMS Metropole School Motor City (10 min drive) — British curriculum FS1 to Year 13, KHDA Good rating

    • Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai (15 min drive) — premium British curriculum near Motor City

    • Jebel Ali School (15 min drive) — British curriculum in DAMAC Hills, KHDA Very Good rating

  • Healthcare is supported by day-surgery centers in Motor City and tertiary hospitals in Al Barsha South.

    • Mediclinic Parkview Hospital (12 min drive) — 182-bed private hospital on Umm Suqeim Road

    • Emirates Hospital Day Surgery Motor City (10 min drive) — multi-specialty outpatient facility

    • Aster Clinic Dubailand (10 min drive) — family medicine and pediatric outpatient clinic

  • Eco-friendly community mosques are integrated into the forested master plan.

    • Ghaf Woods Community Mosque (planned) (2 min walk) — central Friday prayer venue for the eco-community

    • Global Village Mosque (5 min drive) — neighboring congregational mosque

  • Retail will feature in-community eco-pavilions, heavily supported by neighboring Cityland Mall.

    • Cityland Mall (5 min drive) — 1.2 million sq ft circular mall anchored by Carrefour

    • Global Village Pavilions (5 min drive) — seasonal international retail shopping

    • First Avenue Mall (10 min drive) — two-story mall with 50+ shops and a Carrefour Market in Motor City

    • Burj Khalifa: 25 min

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB): 25 min

    • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 30 min

    • DIFC: 25 min

  • The master plan is Dubai’s first forest-living community, designed to be up to 5 degrees cooler than the city.

    • Ghaf Woods Forest Trails (5 min walk) — extensive pedestrian and mountain biking trails woven through native Ghaf trees

    • Forest Living Parklands (1 min walk) — 35,000 trees integrated into pedestrian forest zones

    • Al Qudra Cycling Track (15 min drive) — famous desert cycling loop

  • Features forest-side organic dining, farm-to-table restaurants, and theme park entertainment.

    • Ghaf Woods Eco-Dining Pavilions (planned) (2 min walk) — organic forest cafes and farm-to-table bistros

    • Global Village (5 min drive) — seasonal cultural, dining, and entertainment destination

    • IMG Worlds of Adventure (8 min drive) — 1.5 million sq ft indoor theme park

Developers in Ghaf Woods

Family-Owned
Majid Al Futtaim
Dubai, UAE

Majid Al Futtaim is a privately held Dubai conglomerate founded in 1992, known for Mall of the Emirates and City Centre malls, and for residential master communities such as Tilal Al Ghaf. It holds one of the highest credit ratings among privately held companies in the region.

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FAQ

  • Where is Ghaf Woods located?

    Ghaf Woods is located in Wadi Al Safa 4, Dubailand, next to Global Village and close to IMG Worlds of Adventure. The community is around 25 minutes from Downtown Dubai and offers access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54).

  • Who is the developer of Ghaf Woods?

    Ghaf Woods is developed by Majid Al Futtaim , the company behind Tilal Al Ghaf, Mall of the Emirates, and the City Centre malls. It is the developer's first apartment-focused residential community in Dubai.

  • Is Ghaf Woods a freehold development?

    Yes. Ghaf Woods is a freehold development open to buyers of all nationalities, allowing full ownership of properties.

  • What types of properties are available in Ghaf Woods?

    Ghaf Woods offers 1 to 3-bedroom apartments, garden units, and duplexes in low-rise buildings across 11 residential clusters .

  • What are the starting prices in Ghaf Woods?

    Prices at launch started from around AED 1.2 million . Current prices vary depending on the property type, size, and release phase.

  • What is the construction status of Ghaf Woods?

    Ghaf Woods is currently under construction and is being delivered in phases. Sales launched in June 2024, with the first handovers expected in 2027 and later phases continuing through 2031.

  • What is the forest concept at Ghaf Woods?

    Ghaf Woods is planned around a forest landscape featuring around 35,000 native and climate-adapted trees , including the UAE's national Ghaf tree. The planting strategy focuses on creating a natural habitat within the community, with more than 20 bird species expected to inhabit the area. Water-efficient landscaping and climate-adapted species help reduce resource use while creating a cooler outdoor environment.

  • Are schools and hospitals near Ghaf Woods?

    There are currently no schools or hospitals inside Ghaf Woods. Nearby options are available in communities such as Arabian Ranches , around 10 to 20 minutes away by car. A school is planned as part of the future master plan.

  • Does Ghaf Woods have public transport access?

    There is currently no metro station near Ghaf Woods. The community is primarily accessed by car through Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54).

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