DAMAC HILLS 2
mixed community
One of Dubai's most affordable villa communities, offering townhouses and villas with crystal lagoons, water parks, and community amenities.
Market Context
Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. DAMAC HILLS 2 is growing more moderately, which may indicate better value opportunities.
What residents say about DAMAC HILLS 2
Praised for excellent amenities including pools, beaches, and recreational facilities. Criticised for quality control delays occurring at final handover stage.
26 on-topic Reddit posts & comments · r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats · methodology
Sentiment rank
62%
Above average
Raw score -0.19 · vs all Dubai areas
Mentions analysed
26
40 total, 26 on-topic
Sentiment trend
—
Need 3 more quarters
Mostly discussed by
people considering a move
73% of mentions
What people praise
- +Excellent amenities including pools, beaches, and recreational facilities×2
- +Well-maintained furnished townhouse with good size×1
- +Direct owner rental avoids agent fees×1
- +Comprehensive family-oriented facilities and amenities×1
- +Strong school options nearby×1
What people criticise
- −Quality control delays occurring at final handover stage×1
- −Unexpected re-inspection causing schedule disruptions for new owners×1
- −Extremely expensive daily commute to DMCC without personal transport×1
- −Location impractical for non-drivers working downtown×1
- −Lease terms restrict subletting options for unhappy tenants×1
What people talk about
Horizontal bars showing how often each aspect is discussed and how positively or negatively. Longest bars are most-discussed aspects.
Paraphrased by AI from the original Reddit content — never verbatim. Click any card to read the source thread.
“Well-maintained furnished townhouse with good size”
“Comprehensive family-oriented facilities and amenities”
“Offers good spaciousness relative to cost”
“Quality control delays occurring at final handover stage”
“Extremely expensive daily commute to DMCC without personal transport”
“Water leakage issues in units after rain”
Who's talking
Communities with similar vibes
Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.
Based on 26 Reddit posts and comments (2021–2026) from r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats and r/digitalnomad, scored by Claude Haiku. Last updated 2026-04-24. Read the full methodology.
Around the area
Schools, amenities, transport, travel times, and what's changing nearby.
Nearby schools1 schools
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0
1
10/100
Available Curriculums
School data from DubaiSchools.ai • KHDA ratings • Updated January 2026
Local amenities
Amenities within 2.5km walking distance • 0 total outlets near DAMAC HILLS 2
Almost All Errands Require a Car
Lifestyle Scores
Data source: OpenStreetMap via Overpass API • 2.5km radius • Last updated: January 2026
Transport & Lifestyle
Based on metro, tram, bus & marine access
Based on parks, cycling tracks & local amenities
Nearby Landmarks & Transport
Based on DLD transaction records for properties in DAMAC HILLS 2
Metro Stations
Al Jafiliya Metro
Nearest
World Trade Centre Metro
Financial Centre Metro
Shopping Malls
Mercato Mall
Nearest
Dubai Mall
BurJuman Centre
Landmarks
La Mer
Nearest
Museum of the Future
Burj Khalifa
Travel times from DAMAC HILLS 2
Real drive times based on Dubai road network • Peak hours (8-10am, 5-8pm) shown
Airport access
Drive times from DAMAC HILLS 2 to Dubai airports
Future: Expanding to become world's largest airport by 2040
Strategic Airport Location
Closer to Al Maktoum Airport (DWC) - Dubai's future main hub. Only 22 min drive vs 51 min to DXB.
Drive times are estimates based on distance and typical Dubai traffic patterns. Actual times may vary based on traffic conditions and route taken.
Future developmentsPositive outlook
Coming Soon: Al Maktoum International Airport Expansion
Key infrastructure improvements coming to this area. Al Maktoum International Airport Expansion will enhance connectivity and amenities.
Planned & Ongoing Projects (2)
Al Maktoum International Airport Expansion
Massive expansion to make DWC the world's largest airport with 5 parallel runways, 400+ gates, and capacity for 260 million passengers annually. Will become Emirates' new hub.
- Major employment hub (500,000+ jobs)
- Significant property value appreciation for nearby areas
- World-class connectivity
Emirates Road (E311) Capacity Upgrade
Widening and improvement of Emirates Road to handle increased traffic from growing southern communities.
- Reduced commute times
- Better connectivity to Dubai South
- Supports residential growth
Data compiled from Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, RTA announcements, developer publications, and official government sources. Project timelines are subject to change.
For sale in DAMAC HILLS 2
Price per sqft · 2020–2026
Median AED/sqft, from DLD transaction records
Median Sale Price by Bedroom
DLD transaction records, 2020–2026
| Type | Median Price | AED/sqft | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 375K | 905 | 171 |
| 1 B/R | AED 663K | 1,195 | 1,547 |
| 2 B/R | AED 974K | 1,205 | 523 |
Ejari Rental Contracts
Government-filed rental data · 157 contracts
6-Month forecast
From 2025Q4 · 8 quarters of data
AED 1,005/sqft → AED 996/sqft(range AED 916 – 1,076)
-5.5 pp vs Dubai-wide forecast (+4.7%)
Drivers
Base trend
OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo
Supply pressure
0% off-plan share — low incoming supply
Approximate — based on transparent OLS trend + supply pressure + sentiment momentum. Not a substitute for property-level appraisal. View full methodology →
Value a unit in this community
Bedroom-specific psf, building-tier adjusted, with the actual comparables we used. Free — methodology shown.
Quarterly Price Trends
| Quarter | Median/sqft | Transactions | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Q1 | AED 1,050 | 71 | +4.5% |
| 2025Q4 | AED 1,005 | 551 | -7.7% |
| 2025Q3 | AED 1,089 | 599 | -10.9% |
| 2025Q2 | AED 1,222 | 718 | -4.2% |
| 2025Q1 | AED 1,275 | 1,366 | +5.2% |
| 2024Q4 | AED 1,212 | 1,705 | +3.5% |
| 2024Q3 | AED 1,171 | 1,999 | +4.2% |
| 2024Q2 | AED 1,124 | 864 | +5.8% |
| 2024Q1 | AED 1,062 | 848 | +15.7% |
| 2023Q4 | AED 918 | 523 | -5.8% |
| 2023Q3 | AED 975 | 804 | +22.6% |
| 2023Q2 | AED 795 | 426 | +6.6% |
| 2023Q1 | AED 746 | 272 |
Property Mix
By Type
Room Distribution
Developers2 developers
DAMAC Properties
- •Branded partnerships (Versace, Cavalli, Trump)
- •Strong ROI
- •Flexible payment plans
- •Service charges can be high
- •Some projects delayed historically
Emaar Properties
- •Strongest brand recognition
- •Proven delivery track record
- •Premium locations
- •Premium pricing
- •Slower capital appreciation in mature areas
Area health & valuations
Healthcare, education, government housing, air quality, and official land valuations.
Real Estate Agents in Dubai
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Investment details
Rental yields, service charges, off-plan pipeline and building-level breakdown.
Rental market in DAMAC HILLS 2
5,572 Ejari contracts · DLD official data
Median Annual Rent
AED 63K
Monthly Equivalent
AED 5,248
Gross Yield
3.5%
New vs Renewed
2,524 new
3,048 renewed
Rent by Bedroom Type
6 Bedrooms
31 contracts
AED 218K/yr
AED 18,167/mo
2 Bedrooms
22 contracts
AED 90K/yr
AED 7,500/mo
3 Bedrooms
1470 contracts
AED 115K/yr
AED 9,583/mo
4 Bedrooms
273 contracts
AED 168K/yr
AED 14,032/mo
5 Bedrooms
26 contracts
AED 135K/yr
AED 11,250/mo
Rental market by bedrooms
Source: DLD Ejari rental contracts
Service charges
RERA-registered rates for DAMAC HILLS 2
Average
AED 8/sqft
By Building
Source: RERA / DLD (2025)
Room-type yield matrix
Estimated gross yield by bedroom type · Ejari rental data
| Type | Avg Size | Est. Price | Annual Rent | Gross Yield | Net Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | ~42 sqm | AED 529K | AED 31K | 4.1% | 3.5% |
| 1 B/R | ~68 sqm | AED 856K | AED 47K | 3.8% | 3.2% |
| 2 B/R | ~98 sqm | AED 1234K | AED 62K | 3.4% | 2.9% |
Buildings in DAMAC HILLS 2
20 buildings with DLD transaction data
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - BAHAMAS 2
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,822
Median Price
AED 2.8M
Avg Size
144 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - CUBA
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,772
Median Price
AED 2.9M
Avg Size
144 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - BAHAMAS 1
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R,
Median/sqft
AED 1,822
Median Price
AED 2.9M
Avg Size
144.1 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - BERMUDA
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,822
Median Price
AED 2.9M
Avg Size
144 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - TAHITI 2
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,784
Median Price
AED 2.9M
Avg Size
144 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - MAUI
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,872
Median Price
AED 2.9M
Avg Size
144.1 sqm
Serro 2 The Heights
CommercialMedian/sqft
AED 1,482
Median Price
AED 8.0M
Avg Size
471.9 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - BARBADOS 1
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,822
Median Price
AED 2.9M
Avg Size
144 sqm
Salva The Heights
CommercialMedian/sqft
AED 1,540
Median Price
AED 8.3M
Avg Size
475.8 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - BARBADOS 2
Off-PlanVilla4 B/R, 5 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,822
Median Price
AED 2.8M
Avg Size
144 sqm
DAMAC ISLANDS 2 - TAHITI 1
Off-PlanVilla5 B/R, 4 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,822
Median Price
AED 3.3M
Avg Size
144.1 sqm
Serro The Heights
CommercialMedian/sqft
AED 1,353
Median Price
AED 6.6M
Avg Size
456.9 sqm
Evelyn on the Park
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,851
Median Price
AED 1.3M
Avg Size
73.9 sqm
ROSEWELL
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 1 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,771
Median Price
AED 1.6M
Avg Size
83.3 sqm
HOLLAND GARDENS
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,447
Median Price
AED 1.5M
Avg Size
99 sqm
Camden
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,727
Median Price
AED 1.3M
Avg Size
78.9 sqm
MAHA TOWNHOUSES
Villa3 B/R, 4 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,494
Median Price
AED 3.0M
Avg Size
182.7 sqm
DAMAC HILLS (2) - VIRIDIS
FlatStudio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,050
Median Price
AED 470K
Avg Size
40 sqm
Fiori
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,683
Median Price
AED 1.4M
Avg Size
82.6 sqm
DAMAC HILLS (2) - JANUSIA
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,063
Median Price
AED 1.8M
Avg Size
174.8 sqm
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