DAMAC HILLS
mixed community
A luxury community built around the Trump International Golf Club Dubai. Features villas, townhouses, and apartments in a resort-style setting.
Market Context
Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. DAMAC HILLS is growing more moderately, which may indicate better value opportunities.
What residents say about DAMAC HILLS
Praised for large units at competitive rental prices compared to alternatives. Criticised for low-flying jets create loud noise disturbances lasting several minutes.
104 on-topic Reddit posts & comments · r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats · methodology
Sentiment rank
26%
Bottom 30%
Raw score -0.35 · vs all Dubai areas
Mentions analysed
104
154 total, 104 on-topic
Sentiment trend
Getting worse
-0.21 per year
Mostly discussed by
people considering a move
48% of mentions
Sentiment over time
Sentiment from Q2 2025 to Q1 2026 moved from -0.12 to -0.30. Based on 95 mentions across 4 quarters.
What people praise
- +Large units at competitive rental prices compared to alternatives×5
- +Better facilities and amenities available in the community×4
- +Within budget for townhouse investment opportunities×3
- +Emaar development nearby suggests serious infrastructure investment coming×2
- +More affordable than comparable Mira Oasis properties×2
What people criticise
- −Low-flying jets create loud noise disturbances lasting several minutes×7
- −Build quality issues reported with structures deteriorating prematurely×2
- −Construction quality concerns reported by residents×2
- −Lack of fire safety systems in villa communities×2
- −Poster explicitly excludes Damac Hills 2 from their search criteria×2
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.
“Quiet and green residential area”
“Townhouses are significantly more spacious than comparable Mag City units”
“Freehold status provides ownership security and investment flexibility”
“Developer made false promises about amenities and financial terms to buyers”
“Severe shortage of public parking spaces for overnight guests”
“Excessive glass construction creates safety vulnerability during emergencies”
Who's talking
Communities with similar vibes
Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.
Based on 104 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 schools14 schools
View on DubaiSchools.ai4
2
4
100/100
Dhruv Global school
GEMS Metropole School - Al Waha
Victory Heights Primary School L.L.C
Safa Community School
Nord Anglia International School L.L.C
Jumeirah English Speaking School (Br)
Available Curriculums
School data from DubaiSchools.ai • KHDA ratings • Updated January 2026
Local amenities
Amenities within 2.5km walking distance • 44 total outlets near DAMAC HILLS• Click a category to explore
Somewhat Walkable
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
Metro Stations
Al Jafiliya Metro
Nearest
Palm Deira Metro
Al Fahidi Metro
Shopping Malls
Mercato Mall
Nearest
BurJuman Centre
Al Ghurair Centre
Landmarks
La Mer
Nearest
Gold Souk
Museum of the Future
Airport access
Drive times from DAMAC HILLS 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 27 min drive vs 44 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 developmentsDeveloping outlook
Area Outlook
Some infrastructure improvements planned. Area is maturing with ongoing development.
Planned & Ongoing Projects (1)
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
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 490K | 1,077 | 3,639 |
| 1 B/R | AED 1.11M | 1,895 | 6,379 |
| 2 B/R | AED 1.20M | 951 | 2,335 |
| 3 B/R | AED 2.45M | 1,533 | 829 |
| 4 B/R | AED 4.05M | 1,658 | 681 |
| 5 B/R | AED 5.10M | 2,013 | 83 |
Ejari Rental Contracts
Government-filed rental data · 149 contracts
6-Month forecast
From 2025Q4 · 8 quarters of data
AED 1,730/sqft → AED 1,739/sqft(range AED 1,600 – 1,878)
-4.2 pp vs Dubai-wide forecast (+4.7%)
Drivers
Base trend
OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo
Supply pressure
40% off-plan share — moderate incoming supply
Demand pull
Sentiment trend -0.21 over last 4q (Reddit, n=104)
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 1,509 | 70 | -12.8% |
| 2025Q4 | AED 1,730 | 762 | +16.8% |
| 2025Q3 | AED 1,481 | 374 | +13.5% |
| 2025Q2 | AED 1,305 | 494 | -4.3% |
| 2025Q1 | AED 1,364 | 338 | +4.8% |
| 2024Q4 | AED 1,302 | 398 | +1.2% |
| 2024Q3 | AED 1,286 | 375 | -6.3% |
| 2024Q2 | AED 1,372 | 402 | -9.2% |
| 2024Q1 | AED 1,511 | 688 | +2.9% |
| 2023Q4 | AED 1,468 | 625 | +20.5% |
| 2023Q3 | AED 1,218 | 526 | +13.9% |
| 2023Q2 | AED 1,069 | 471 | -7.2% |
| 2023Q1 | AED 1,152 | 622 |
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
DLD-licensed agents • 39,463 registered brokers from 12,135 agencies
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Featured Agents
All agents verified through Dubai Land Department (DLD) licensing system
Investment details
Rental yields, service charges, off-plan pipeline and building-level breakdown.
Service charges
RERA-registered rates for DAMAC HILLS
Average
AED 12/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 655K | AED 53K | 9.4% | 8% |
| 1 B/R | ~68 sqm | AED 1060K | AED 78K | 8.6% | 7.3% |
| 2 B/R | ~98 sqm | AED 1527K | AED 104K | 7.7% | 6.5% |
| 3 B/R | ~142 sqm | AED 2213K | AED 133K | 6.3% | 5.4% |
Off-plan risk assessment
Five-factor risk score for buying off-plan in this community
Moderate
Overall risk score
Buildings in DAMAC HILLS
20 buildings with DLD transaction data
DAMAC DISTRICT
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, NA, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,828
Median Price
AED 1.4M
Avg Size
73.5 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - CARSON
FlatStudio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,385
Median Price
AED 578K
Avg Size
37.9 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF GREENS 2
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,720
Median Price
AED 1.7M
Avg Size
97.3 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - ARTESIA
FlatStudio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,309
Median Price
AED 641K
Avg Size
44.4 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF VITA
Flat1 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,529
Median Price
AED 673K
Avg Size
40.7 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF PROMENADE
Flat1 B/R, 2 B/R, Studio
Median/sqft
AED 1,348
Median Price
AED 1.1M
Avg Size
75.4 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF GATE 2
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,425
Median Price
AED 1.1M
Avg Size
59.7 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - LORETO
Flat1 B/R, Studio, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,325
Median Price
AED 1.2M
Avg Size
78.7 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF GATE
Flat1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,575
Median Price
AED 1.1M
Avg Size
59.2 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF GREENS 1
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 1 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,888
Median Price
AED 2.5M
Avg Size
124.9 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - JASMINE
Flat1 B/R, Studio
Median/sqft
AED 1,355
Median Price
AED 1.1M
Avg Size
74.4 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - ORCHID
FlatStudio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,324
Median Price
AED 960K
Avg Size
71.6 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - ROCHESTER
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,303
Median Price
AED 3.6M
Avg Size
253 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - ROCKWOOD
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,276
Median Price
AED 3.9M
Avg Size
253 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - SILVER SPRINGS
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,403
Median Price
AED 5.0M
Avg Size
324 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF TERRACE
FlatStudio, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,469
Median Price
AED 1.7M
Avg Size
117.9 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - TOPANGA
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,358
Median Price
AED 4.2M
Avg Size
288.7 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - GOLF VISTA
Flat1 B/R, 3 B/R
Median/sqft
AED 1,320
Median Price
AED 1.7M
Avg Size
122.5 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - PHOENIX
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,252
Median Price
AED 3.6M
Avg Size
267.1 sqm
DAMAC HILLS - QUEENS MEADOW
ResidentialMedian/sqft
AED 1,164
Median Price
AED 5.2M
Avg Size
342 sqm
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