Area Overview
Description
The Meadows is an intensely established, deeply historic gated villa mega-community master-planned by Emaar Properties (launched in the early 2000s). Acting as a foundational pillar of the massive Emirates Living master development (alongside Emirates Hills and The Lakes), it is divided into nine elite sub-communities. The portfolio entirely rejects apartments, ruthlessly focusing on ultra-premium, detached luxury villas featuring three- to seven-bedroom layouts. The massive estates are flawlessly embedded among man-made lakes, lush parks, and intensely manicured avenues. Operating as a pure freehold zone, it offers staggering family infrastructure: the elite Meadows Village, community sports courts, and top-tier schools. Situated near Sheikh Zayed Road, it completely dominates the market for UHNW families demanding a mature, serene environment right beside Dubai Marina.
Infrastructure
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An established gated villa community by Emaar, bounded by Al Khamayes Street and First Al Khail Street.
• Al Khail Road (E44) (3 min drive) — primary inland highway connecting directly to Business Bay
• Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) (5 min drive) — main coastal artery accessed via Interchange 5
• DMCC Metro Station (8 min drive) — Red Line station located in neighboring JLT
• Burj Khalifa: 18 min
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 28 min
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 28 min
• DIFC: 18 min
• Dubai Marina: 10 min
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The Meadows holds two Outstanding-rated schools within its borders, making it a premier educational hub.
• Dubai British School Emirates Hills (3 min drive) — British curriculum, KHDA 2023-24 Outstanding rating
• Emirates International School Meadows (3 min drive) — IB World School, KHDA Very Good rating
• Dubai International Academy (5 min drive) — full IB continuum, KHDA Outstanding rating
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Primary healthcare is provided directly within the neighborhood at the Meadows Village medical center.
• Mediclinic Meadows (2 min walk) — multi-specialty outpatient clinic inside Meadows Village
• Saudi German Hospital Dubai (10 min drive) — 315-bed tertiary private hospital in Al Barsha 3
• Al Zahra Hospital Dubai (10 min drive) — private hospital with 24-hour emergency care
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Multiple purpose-built community mosques serve the various villa sectors across the lakes.
• Al Samad Mosque (2 min drive) — prominent central Friday prayer mosque in Meadows 4
• The Meadows Community Mosque (3 min drive) — local neighborhood prayer venue
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Retail is anchored by Meadows Village and Meadows Souk, offering full-scale supermarkets and services.
• Meadows Village (2 min walk) — community mall featuring Spinneys, fitness center, and specialty shops
• The Meadows Souk (5 min drive) — neighborhood mall with Waitrose supermarket and dining
• Mall of the Emirates (12 min drive) — super-regional shopping mall
• Burj Khalifa: 18 min
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 28 min
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 28 min
• DIFC: 18 min
• Dubai Marina: 10 min
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The neighborhood features over 20 artificial lakes, community parks, shared pools, and tree-lined trails.
• Meadows Lakes & Trails (1 min walk) — continuous walking paths surrounding scenic lakes
• Montgomerie Golf Club (5 min drive) — 18-hole championship golf course in Emirates Hills
• Community Swimming Pools (2 min walk) — shared outdoor pools and tennis courts in every sector
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Dining features family cafes at Meadows Village and gastropubs in neighboring golf clubhouses.
• Meadows Village Dining (2 min walk) — outdoor cafes, artisan bakeries, and casual restaurants
• Nineteen at Montgomerie (5 min drive) — Mediterranean restaurant overlooking the golf course
• Reform Social & Grill (5 min drive) — popular British gastropub in neighboring The Lakes
FAQ
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Who developed The Meadows?
Emaar Properties pioneered the community in the early 2000s as a core part of Emirates Living.
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Are there apartments in The Meadows?
Strictly no—the mega-district is exclusively dedicated to massive detached luxury villas.
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Is The Meadows freehold?
Absolutely—it proudly stands as one of Emaar's absolute premier freehold mega-communities open to global wealth.
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