Popular Green Communities in Dubai with Apartments and Villas

• Popular Green Communities in Dubai
• Greenest Areas in Dubai with Apartments
• Greenest Areas in Dubai with Villas

During the last few decades, the Dubai Municipality and real estate developers have worked diligently to make the emirate greener. Many residential areas in the city are known for their community parks, water features and lush green spaces that promote a healthy, active and eco-friendly lifestyle. So, which are some of the most popular green communities in Dubai? Let’s find out!

POPULAR GREEN COMMUNITIES IN DUBAI

While Dubai has a great collection of beautiful engineering marvels and unique architectural accomplishments, its green communities allow residents to stay close to nature and enjoy a holistic lifestyle.

Here’s a list of the top green communities in Dubai where you can rent or buy a villa or apartment.

• Dubai Hills Estate
• The Greens
• DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya by DAMAC)
• Mirdif
• Al Barari

GREENEST DUBAI NEIGHBOURHOODS WITH APARTMENTS

From compact studios to spacious 3-bedroom units, these greenest areas in Dubai have it all! Let’s look at the average rents of apartments in these communities based on the bed type.

Areas	Studio	1-Bed	2-Bed	3-Bed
Areas Dubai Hills Estate	Studio 71,000	1-Bed 102,000	2-Bed 161,000	3-Bed 259,000
Areas The Greens	Studio 67,000	1-Bed 96,000	2-Bed 148,000	3-Bed 194,000
Areas DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya by DAMAC)	Studio 43,000	1-Bed 56,000	2-Bed 80,000	3-Bed 111,000
Areas Mirdif	Studio 53,000	1-Bed 82,000	2-Bed 111,000	3-Bed 146,000
Areas Al Barari	Studio 92,000	1-Bed 204,000	2-Bed 386,000	3-Bed 744,000

Dubai Hills Estate

Dubai Hills Estate, a master-planned community centred around an 18-hole championship golf course, features well-planned residential neighbourhoods, landscaped parks and convenient access to major destinations across Dubai.

• You can buy a studio here for AED 1M
• The sales price for a 1-bedroom apartment is AED 1.7M.
• The bigger 2 and 3-bedroom units are priced at AED 2.8M and AED 4.59M, on average.

This green community in Dubai offers a 6.32% ROI for apartment owners and investors.

• You can rent studios in Dubai Hills Estate for AED 71k.
• 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom flats can be rented for AED 102k and AED 161k, respectively.
• 3-bedroom flats have an average annual rent of AED 259k.

THE GREENS

The Greens by Emaar is also rated as one of the top green communities in Dubai by many. Apartments in The Greens offer views of Dubai Marina and grassy stretches of nearby golf courses.

The central location of this community, as well as the serene atmosphere created by lush green spaces, make The Greens a popular community among investors and homebuyers in Dubai who want to live closer to nature.

• The average sales price of a studio here is AED 942k.
• You can expect to pay AED 1.49M for a 1-bedroom apartment.
• For more spacious 2 and 3-bedroom flats, you can expect an average sales price of AED 2.3M and AED 3.4M, respectively.

The expected ROI in The Greens is 6.27%, making it an ideal choice for investors.

• Those interested in renting a flat in The Greens can expect to pay AED 67k for a studio.
• Renting a 1-bed apartment would cost AED 96k.
• 2 and 3-bedroom apartments are available for AED 148k and AED 194k, on average.

DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya by DAMAC)

DAMAC Hills 2 is backed by one of Dubai’s notable developers, DAMAC Properties. It is a secluded residential community in Dubai, recognised as one of the emirate’s top golfing communities. It continues to attract investors, tenants and families seeking homes in a peaceful neighbourhood. 

• DAMAC Hills 2 has many apartment buildings with studio apartments for sale averaging at AED 510k.
• You can buy 1-bedroom flats in DAMAC Hills 2 for AED 765k.
• The 2-bedroom apartments can be purchased for an average price of AED 1.23M.
• The sale price for a 3-bed unit averages at AED 1.86M.

The expected ROI in DAMAC Hills 2 is 7.41%, making it a good choice for potential investors.

• The flats for rent in DAMAC Hills 2, average at AED 43k for studios to AED 80k per year for 2-bed units.
• For the 3-bed range, the average goes up to AED 111k per annum.

MIRDIF

Mirdif is another green community in Dubai, just 10 minutes from the Dubai International Airport. It is primarily known for its peaceful and tranquil environment.

• If you’re looking to buy an apartment, the average price for a studio starts at AED 791k.
• For a 1-bedroom flat, you can expect to pay around AED 1.47M.
• The average sales price for 2 and 3-bedroom apartments is AED 1.93M and AED 2.83M.
• Investors can expect an ROI of 5.77%.

Tenants can rent apartments in Mirdif near community parks.

• On average, you can expect to pay AED 53k per year for rental studios in Mirdif.
• 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments can be rented for AED 82k and AED 111k per year. 
• A bigger 3-bed unit can be rented for AED 146k per annum.

Al Barari

Al Barari is a flagship development of Abwab Real Estate. This green community in Dubai features luxurious residential properties ideal for people who love the eco-friendly lifestyle. The community is located just off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and more than 60% of the area is dedicated to green spaces and water features.

• If you’re looking for spacious apartments, you can purchase a 1-bedroom unit for AED 4M.
• The sales price for 2 and 3-bedroom flats in the area is AED 6.3M and AED 9.97M, respectively.

You can expect a high ROI for Al Barari apartments for sale at 6.26%.

Are you looking to rent a flat in Al Barari? Here’s a look at average rents.

• You can rent a studio at Al Barari for AED 92k per year.
• 1-bedroom flats have an average rent of AED 204k.
• To rent 2 and 3-bed units, you can expect to pay AED 386k and AED 744k yearly.

Here’s a summary of average apartment sale prices by bed type in the areas mentioned above.

Areas	Studio	1-Bed	2-Bed	3-Bed
Areas Dubai Hills Estate	Studio 1,093,000	1-Bed 1,740,000	2-Bed 2,813,000	3-Bed 4,597,000
Areas The Greens	Studio 942,000	1-Bed 1,493,000	2-Bed 2,311,000	3-Bed 3,418,000
Areas DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya by DAMAC)	Studio 510,000	1-Bed 765,000	2-Bed 1,235,000	3-Bed 1,860,000
Areas Mirdif	Studio 791,000	1-Bed 1,475,000	2-Bed 1,935,000	3-Bed 2,833,000
Areas Al Barari	Studio –	1-Bed 4,000,000	2-Bed 6,308,000	3-Bed 9,977,000

GREENEST DUBAI NEIGHBOURHOODS WITH VILLAS

Here’s a quick look at the average rent of villas in the greenest communities in Dubai.

Areas	3-Bed	4-Bed	5-Bed	6-Bed
Areas Arabian Ranches	3-Bed 262,000	4-Bed 412,000	5-Bed 618,000	6-Bed 1,046,000
Areas Tilal Al Ghaf	3-Bed 219,000	4-Bed 339,000	5-Bed 661,000	6-Bed 1,600,000
Areas Jumeirah Golf Estates	3-Bed 305,000	4-Bed 536,000	5-Bed 1,709,000	6-Bed 2,559,000
Areas Al Barari	3-Bed –	4-Bed 618,000	5-Bed 1,042,000	6-Bed 1,840,000
Areas Green Community	3-Bed 315,000	4-Bed 350,000	5-Bed 389,000	6-Bed 1,150,000

ARABIAN RANCHES

The most popular green community for villas in Dubai is Arabian Ranches, a self-sufficient community ideal for renters, homeowners and investors. Developed by Emaar Properties, it is home to more than 4,000 villas and townhouses.

The Mediterranean and Arabic architecture is augmented by the community’s parks and green spaces. Moreover, Arabian Ranches has many beautiful lakes and ponds.

With an ROI of 3.81%, the average sale price of a 3-bed villa here starts at AED 6.19M and can reach AED 19.38M for 6-bedroom houses. 

• Those of you looking to rent villas in Arabian Ranches can expect to pay an average of AED 262k for a 3-bedroom villa.
• The rent can reach AED 1M per year for a 6-bed villa.

Tilal Al Ghaf

Tilal Al Ghaf is a master planned community by Majid Al Futtaim, designed to offer a resort-style lifestyle centred on green spaces and sustainability. The development, set around a scenic lagoon, features landscaped parks, cycling trails and a selection of well-appointed villas and townhouses. 

The sales price of 3 to 4-bed villas in the community ranges from AED 4M to AED 14.9M. The ROI here stands at 5.32%.

• As for rent, the average ranges from AED 219k for 3-bed villas to AED 661k for 5-bed villas.
• For the 6-bed range, the average rent is AED 1.6M.

JUMEIRAH GOLF ESTATES

Another green community in Dubai on our list, Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE), is spread over 1,100 hectares of lush green landscape. JGE has excellent golf facilities, such as Fire and Earth golf courses, lakes and plenty of green spaces.

These features make JGE one of the most beautiful villa communities in Dubai. Most villas in the area offer stunning views of the golf course and manicured gardens.

Jumeirah Golf Estates villas for sale offer a 6.86% ROI, with the average price of 3 to 6-bed villas ranging from AED 5M to AED 31M.

• However, if you want to rent a villa in Jumeirah Golf Estates, you can expect to pay AED 305k for a 3-bedroom villa and up to AED 1.7M for a 5-bedroom villa.
• The average rent for 6-bedroom villas is AED 2.55M per annum.

AL BARARI

Al Barari is another green community in Dubai with parks, lakes, freshwater streams and cascades. Developers have organised villas in Al Barari in leaf-shaped clusters to reduce damage to water and land. Most properties have solar panels and other energy-efficient home systems. 

The sales prices of 4 to 6-bed villas in the community range from AED 8.8M to AED 56.4M. The ROI stands at 5.95%. 

• If you are looking for rental villas in Al Barari, the average asking rent for a 4-bed unit is AED 618k.
• You can expect to pay AED 1M and AED 1.84M for a 5-bed and a 6-bed rental villa, respectively.

GREEN COMMUNITY

Green Community offers a variety of deluxe villas and townhouses with spacious living areas and extensive gardens.

Villas for sale in Green Community are available in several configurations with average asking sales prices ranging from AED 7.78M to AED 16.63M. The ROI here stands at 4.58%.

• The 3-bed villas for rent in Green Community are available for AED 315k.
• The rent can reach AED 1.15M for a 6-bed villa.

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