Dubai Hills Estate
apartment community
A master-planned community by Emaar with an 18-hole championship golf course, parks, and Dubai Hills Mall.
Market Context
Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. Dubai Hills Estate is growing more moderately, which may indicate better value opportunities.
What residents say about Dubai Hills Estate
Praised for multiple one-bedroom options available for both rent and sale. Criticised for rents and property prices have increased significantly recently.
41 on-topic Reddit posts & comments · r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats · methodology
Sentiment rank
87%
Top 15%
Raw score -0.01 · vs all Dubai areas
Mentions analysed
41
90 total, 41 on-topic
Sentiment trend
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No quarterly data yet
Mostly discussed by
people considering a move
42% of mentions
What people praise
- +Multiple one-bedroom options available for both rent and sale×2
- +Qualifies for Golden Visa investment requirements×2
- +Attractive family-friendly atmosphere with strong community bonds×1
- +Quality green spaces and parks supporting active lifestyle×1
- +Good schools and modern amenities in area×1
What people criticise
- −Rents and property prices have increased significantly recently×2
- −Developer built identical cheaper project nearby, harming earlier investors' value×1
- −One-bedroom units lost capital appreciation potential due to newer competition×1
- −Poorly strategized project launches created buyer regret and missed opportunities×1
- −New bus route has only one vehicle with hourly intervals×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.
“Attractive family-friendly atmosphere with strong community bonds”
“Enclosed dog parks allow off-leash running for pets”
“Rental prices within budget range available”
“Developer built identical cheaper project nearby, harming earlier investors' value”
“New bus route has only one vehicle with hourly intervals”
“Villa prices increased 30% in just 4 months, making purchases unaffordable”
Who's talking
Communities with similar vibes
Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.
Based on 41 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 schools26 schools
View on DubaiSchools.ai5
9
5
100/100
Dewvale School L.L.C
BC Academy International School L.L.C
Kings School Dubai L.L.C
Emirates International School L.L.C.
Horizon International School L.L.C
Dubai International Academy Albarsha
Available Curriculums
School data from DubaiSchools.ai • KHDA ratings • Updated January 2026
Local amenitiesWalker's Paradise
Amenities within 2.5km walking distance • 176 total outlets near Dubai Hills Estate• Click a category to explore
Walker's Paradise
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
Travel times from Dubai Hills Estate
Real drive times based on Dubai road network • Peak hours (8-10am, 5-8pm) shown
Walkable Destinations
What's Reachable by Car
Lifestyle & Recreation
Parks, beaches, cycling tracks & water activities near Dubai Hills Estate
Water Transport & Activities
Airport access
Drive times from Dubai Hills Estate to Dubai airports
Future: Expanding to become world's largest airport by 2040
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: Meydan One Mall
Key infrastructure improvements coming to this area. Meydan One Mall will enhance connectivity and amenities.
Planned & Ongoing Projects (1)
Meydan One Mall
Massive retail and entertainment destination featuring the world's longest indoor ski slope, dancing fountains, and extensive retail.
- Major entertainment destination
- Job creation
- Increased footfall to area
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 Dubai Hills Estate
6-Month forecast
From 2025Q4 · 8 quarters of data
AED 2,434/sqft → AED 2,501/sqft(range AED 2,376 – 2,626)
-2.0 pp vs Dubai-wide forecast (+4.7%)
Drivers
Base trend
OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo
Supply pressure
20% off-plan share — low incoming supply
Demand pull
Sentiment trend +0.00 over last 4q (Reddit, n=41)
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 2,444 | 154 | +0.4% |
| 2025Q4 | AED 2,434 | 833 | -0.7% |
| 2025Q3 | AED 2,451 | 1,112 | +1.4% |
| 2025Q2 | AED 2,418 | 933 | +1.1% |
| 2025Q1 | AED 2,391 | 970 | +2.8% |
| 2024Q4 | AED 2,327 | 1,653 | -2.4% |
| 2024Q3 | AED 2,385 | 2,132 | +6.9% |
| 2024Q2 | AED 2,232 | 1,761 | +3.6% |
| 2024Q1 | AED 2,154 | 983 | +2.7% |
| 2023Q4 | AED 2,097 | 1,566 | +6.7% |
| 2023Q3 | AED 1,966 | 873 | -1.1% |
| 2023Q2 | AED 1,987 | 1,352 | +4.6% |
| 2023Q1 | AED 1,899 | 873 |
Property Mix
By Type
Room Distribution
Developers3 developers
Emaar Properties
- •Strongest brand recognition
- •Proven delivery track record
- •Premium locations
- •Premium pricing
- •Slower capital appreciation in mature areas
DAMAC Properties
- •Branded partnerships (Versace, Cavalli, Trump)
- •Strong ROI
- •Flexible payment plans
- •Service charges can be high
- •Some projects delayed historically
Azizi Developments
- •Competitive pricing
- •High rental yields
- •Flexible payment plans
- •Mixed reviews on finishes
- •High density projects
Area health & valuations
Healthcare, education, government housing, air quality, and official land valuations.
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Investment details
Rental yields, service charges, off-plan pipeline and building-level breakdown.
Service charges
RERA-registered rates for Dubai Hills Estate
Average
AED 14/sqft
By Building
Source: RERA / DLD (2025)
Off-plan risk assessment
Five-factor risk score for buying off-plan in this community
Moderate
Overall risk score
Buildings in Dubai Hills Estate
20 buildings with DLD transaction data
Park Horizon
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,592
Median Price
AED 2.5M
Avg Size
92 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Greenside Residence
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R · Near Noor Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,142
Median Price
AED 1.6M
Avg Size
69.5 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
PARK HEIGHTS II
Flat1 B/R, 3 B/R, 2 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,128
Median Price
AED 2.2M
Avg Size
88.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Lime Gardens
Flat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,774
Median Price
AED 2.8M
Avg Size
89 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
PARK RIDGE
Flat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,430
Median Price
AED 2.1M
Avg Size
91.5 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
MULBERRY at PARK HEIGHTS
Flat2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,562
Median Price
AED 3.8M
Avg Size
125.8 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Park Field
Flat2 B/R, 3 B/R, 1 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,763
Median Price
AED 2.8M
Avg Size
96.1 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Collective
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,409
Median Price
AED 1.3M
Avg Size
66.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Collective 2.0
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,252
Median Price
AED 1.4M
Avg Size
68.4 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Maple III
Villa4 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,120
Median Price
AED 5.6M
Avg Size
246.3 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Palace Residences Dubai Hills Estate
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,475
Median Price
AED 2.8M
Avg Size
103.5 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Park Lane
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,156
Median Price
AED 2.3M
Avg Size
103.3 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
MAPLE
Villa4 B/R, 3 B/R, 5 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,099
Median Price
AED 5.4M
Avg Size
235.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
ACACIA AT PARK HEIGHTS
Flat2 B/R, 1 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,332
Median Price
AED 3.6M
Avg Size
145.2 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Golf Residences by Fortimo
Off-PlanFlat1 B/R, 2 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 1,906
Median Price
AED 2.0M
Avg Size
96.4 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Sidra 2
Residential· Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,212
Median Price
AED 11.1M
Avg Size
454.1 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
MAPLE 2
Villa4 B/R, 3 B/R, 5 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,063
Median Price
AED 5.5M
Avg Size
274.7 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
ELLINGTON HOUSE II
Off-PlanFlat2 B/R, 3 B/R, 1 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 3,131
Median Price
AED 4.1M
Avg Size
126.8 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Park Heights I
Flat1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R · Near First Abu Dhabi Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 2,108
Median Price
AED 1.6M
Avg Size
80 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
ELLINGTON HOUSE
Flat2 B/R, 3 B/R, 1 B/R · Near Noor Bank Metro Station
Median/sqft
AED 3,200
Median Price
AED 4.3M
Avg Size
126.9 sqm
Nearest Mall
Mall of the Emirates
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