Emaar is Dubai's largest listed master developer, responsible for landmark communities including Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Dubai Hills Estate and Dubai Creek Harbour. Founded in 1997 and listed on the Dubai Financial Market, it has delivered well over 100,000 homes across the emirate and international markets.
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Area Overview
Description
Dubai Hills Estate is a freehold master community developed by Emaar Properties, and one of the largest districts within Mohammed Bin Rashid City. It spans around 2,700 acres and is widely known as the Green Heart of Dubai, with more than 1.4 million square metres given over to parks, landscaped gardens and tree-lined boulevards.
The masterplan is built around an 18-hole championship golf course and a large central park, and it works as a self-contained district with its own retail, schooling, healthcare and workplaces. Homes range from apartments to golf-course villas and custom plots for private mansions, laid out across a set of named enclaves.
Price Analysis
Prices in Dubai Hills Estate
Resale prices per sq.ft have risen each year, from around AED 1,880 for apartments in 2023 to about AED 2,350 in 2025. Townhouse and villa prices climbed from roughly AED 1,940 to AED 2,800 over the same period. In the first half of 2026 prices held firm while the number of resale deals eased.
Prices and yields by segment
Starting prices and estimated gross yields for each property segment in Dubai Hills Estate.
Apartments: average resale price per sq.ft
Dubai Hills Estate, resale transactions
Based on 1,420, 1,398 and 597 transactions; periods differ in length.
Townhouses and villas: average resale price per sq.ft
Dubai Hills Estate, resale transactions
Based on 444, 382 and 151 transactions; periods differ in length.
Resale reports by period
Average resale price per sq.ft and number of transactions for each reported period, with the address of the full report.
Infrastructure
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A central master community bounded by Al Khail Road and Umm Suqeim Road, offering rapid vehicular connectivity.
• Al Khail Road (E44) (2 min drive) — primary inland highway connecting to Downtown and Business Bay
• Umm Suqeim Road (D63) (2 min drive) — coastal connector leading directly to Jumeirah
• Equiti Metro Station (15 min drive) — nearest operational Red Line metro station
• Burj Khalifa: 15 min
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 20 min
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 30 min
• DIFC: 15 min
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Holds a cluster of three GEMS international schools directly inside its gates catering to all curriculums.
• GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail (3 min drive) — British curriculum FS1 to Year 13
• GEMS International School (3 min drive) — IB World School offering PYP to DP pathways
• Kings’ School Al Barsha (8 min drive) — British curriculum, KHDA Outstanding rating
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Home to King’s College Hospital Dubai directly on-site, providing British-standard tertiary healthcare.
• King’s College Hospital Dubai (2 min drive) — 100-bed British-affiliated tertiary hospital with 24/7 emergency
• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital (8 min drive) — multi-specialty private hospital on Umm Suqeim Road
• Saudi German Hospital Dubai (10 min drive) — 315-bed tertiary hospital in Al Barsha
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Modern community mosques anchor the parkland and villa enclaves for daily and Friday prayers.
• Dubai Hills Community Mosque (3 min walk) — central Friday prayer mosque serving the residential blocks
• Park Heights Mosque (3 min walk) — neighborhood prayer facility near the apartment clusters
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Anchored by the massive Dubai Hills Mall, featuring 650+ retail outlets and hypermarkets.
• Dubai Hills Mall (2 min drive) — 2 million sq ft regional shopping mall with Geant Hypermarket and Roxy Cinemas
• Business Park Retail (3 min walk) — ground-floor cafes, supermarkets, and essential services
• Mall of the Emirates (12 min drive) — super-regional mall featuring Ski Dubai
• Burj Khalifa: 15 min
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 20 min
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 30 min
• DIFC: 15 min
• Dubai Hills Mall — around 2 million sq ft with roughly 750 shops, a 15-screen Roxy Cinemas and the indoor Storm Coaster
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Built around a championship 18-hole golf course and a massive 180,000 sqm central park.
• Dubai Hills Park (1 min walk) — 180,000 sqm park featuring splash pads, skate parks, and tennis courts
• Dubai Hills Golf Club (3 min drive) — 18-hole championship golf course with skyline views
• Community Cycle Loop (1 min walk) — 54 km network of dedicated cycling and running tracks
• Dubai Hills Park — a 180,000 sq m central park with splash zones, sports courts and playgrounds
• A 54 km cycling and running network links every enclave to the park and the golf course -
Entertainment features indoor roller coasters, golf clubhouse dining, and parkside cafes.
• The Storm Coaster (2 min drive) — record-holding indoor vertical drop roller coaster inside Dubai Hills Mall
• Hillhouse Brasserie (3 min drive) — popular upscale dining venue at Dubai Hills Golf Club
• Business Park Dining Strip (2 min walk) — vibrant cluster of specialty coffee shops and bistros
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FAQ
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Where is Dubai Hills Estate located?
Dubai Hills Estate is located in Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City), along Al Khail Road (E44). Its central location provides easy access to major areas of Dubai, with Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and Mall of the Emirates around 15 minutes away by car, while Dubai International Airport is approximately 20 minutes away.
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Who developed Dubai Hills Estate?
Dubai Hills Estate was developed by Emaar Properties as part of Mohammed Bin Rashid City. The master community was originally launched as a joint venture between Emaar Properties and Meraas and is one of Emaar's largest residential developments in Dubai.
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Is Dubai Hills Estate freehold?
Yes. Dubai Hills Estate is a freehold community, allowing buyers of any nationality to own property. Properties that meet the required investment threshold may also qualify owners for the UAE Golden Visa.
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What types of property can you buy in Dubai Hills Estate?
Dubai Hills Estate offers a mix of apartments, townhouses and villas. Apartments are mainly located around areas such as Dubai Hills Mall and the boulevard, while townhouses and villas are found in quieter residential neighbourhoods, including communities around the golf course and Dubai Hills Park.
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What are the property prices in Dubai Hills Estate?
Property prices in Dubai Hills Estate vary depending on the property type, size, location and views. As a general guide: Apartments: from around AED 1.5 million; Townhouses: from around AED 3 million; Villas: from around AED 6 million, with larger golf-facing homes reaching significantly higher prices.
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What is the average price per square foot in Dubai Hills Estate?
In the first half of 2026, average resale prices were around AED 2,390 per sq ft for apartments and AED 2,780 per sq ft for townhouses and villas. Prices vary depending on the project, property condition, size and location within the community.
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Is Dubai Hills Estate ready or still under development?
Dubai Hills Estate is a partially completed community, with many areas already established and occupied while new phases continue to be developed. Key facilities such as Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai Hills Park, Dubai Hills Golf Club, schools and retail outlets are already operational, while additional residential projects and community infrastructure are still being delivered as part of the wider master plan.
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What schools and hospitals are in Dubai Hills Estate?
Dubai Hills Estate has several education and healthcare facilities within or close to the community. Schools include GEMS International School - Al Khail and GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail, while King's College Hospital Dubai provides nearby medical services. The area also has nurseries, pharmacies and other everyday healthcare facilities.
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