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About the developer

About the developer

Meraas

Meraas

Meraas is one of Dubai’s most influential developers, renowned for creating iconic, lifestyle‑led destinations and master‑planned communities that redefine urban living. With over 17 years of experience since its founding in 2007, Meraas has delivered tens of thousands of residential, retail, and mixed‑use spaces across Dubai’s most sought‑after waterfront, urban, and suburban locations.

Known for its design‑driven approach and commitment to sustainability, Meraas blends contemporary architecture with vibrant public realms, premium amenities, and integrated leisure and retail options. From flagship projects like Bluewaters Island, City Walk, Port de La Mer, and Cherrywoods, to eco‑friendly neighbourhoods emphasizing walkability and green spaces, Meraas has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and long‑term investment appeal.

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Trust Signals

Trust Signals

Founded in 2007

Founded in 2007

by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and backed by Dubai Holding, Meraas brings over 17 years of experience in Dubai real estate development, supported by visionary leadership committed to creating iconic, lifestyle-focused communities and high-quality, design-driven projects.

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
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active projects

Meraas has a strong development portfolio with around 36 real estate projects currently in its pipeline, encompassing nearly 6,000 residential units across Dubai’s most sought‑after locations

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institutional strength

Meraas is part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, giving it strong financial backing and strategic alignment with Dubai’s urban growth vision, which enhances investor confidence and project credibility.

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Why?

Why?

Why choose Meraas?

Why choose Meraas?

Selecting a trusted developer is essential for successful Dubai property investments, and Meraas distinguishes itself with a proven track record and iconic lifestyle‑led communities:

Design-driven architecture

Meraas focuses on innovative, contemporary architecture that enhances both aesthetics and functionality in every development.

Integrated community amenities

Sustainability initiatives

Vibrant cultural and leisure experiences

Strong brand reputation

Community-centric planning

Jumeirah asora bay by meraas

Design-driven architecture

Meraas focuses on innovative, contemporary architecture that enhances both aesthetics and functionality in every development.

Integrated community amenities

Sustainability initiatives

Vibrant cultural and leisure experiences

Strong brand reputation

Community-centric planning

Jumeirah asora bay by meraas
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Featured Projects

Featured Projects

Best projects of Meraas

Best projects of
Meraas

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Areas in Dubai

Areas
in Dubai

Meraas Projects in Dubai

Meraas Projects in Dubai

Meraas Projects in Dubai

Meraas develops projects across iconic, lifestyle-led locations in Dubai, designed to combine modern living with connectivity and convenience. Its developments, including City Walk, Bluewaters Island, and Port de La Mer, offer easy access to schools, retail, business hubs, and leisure destinations, while featuring parks, waterfront areas, and entertainment options that foster vibrant, community-focused living and long-term value.

Meraas develops projects across iconic, lifestyle-led locations in Dubai, designed to combine modern living with connectivity and convenience. Its developments, including City Walk, Bluewaters Island, and Port de La Mer, offer easy access to schools, retail, business hubs, and leisure destinations, while featuring parks, waterfront areas, and entertainment options that foster vibrant, community-focused living and long-term value.

Dubai Design Distric Community
Dubai Design Distric Community

Dubai Design District

Sheikh Zayed Road View
Sheikh Zayed Road View

Sheikh Zayed Road

City Walk Dubai Community
City Walk Dubai Community

City Walk

Nad Al Sheba Dubai Community
Nad Al Sheba Dubai Community

Nad Al Sheba

Dubai Design Distric Community
Dubai Design Distric Community

Dubai Design District

Sheikh Zayed Road View
Sheikh Zayed Road View

Sheikh Zayed Road

City Walk Dubai Community
City Walk Dubai Community

City Walk

Nad Al Sheba Dubai Community
Nad Al Sheba Dubai Community

Nad Al Sheba

Dubai Design Distric Community
Dubai Design Distric Community

Dubai Design District

Sheikh Zayed Road View
Sheikh Zayed Road View

Sheikh Zayed Road

City Walk Dubai Community
City Walk Dubai Community

City Walk

Nad Al Sheba Dubai Community
Nad Al Sheba Dubai Community

Nad Al Sheba

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Property categories

Property categories

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Property types by Meraas

Property types by Meraas

Meraas offers a diverse range of property types, including luxury apartments, penthouses, townhouses, and villas, designed with contemporary layouts, high‑quality finishes, and lifestyle‑driven amenities. Its portfolio caters to homeowners and investors seeking long‑term value within iconic and master‑planned communities across Dubai.

Meraas offers a diverse range of property types, including luxury apartments, penthouses, townhouses, and villas, designed with contemporary layouts, high‑quality finishes, and lifestyle‑driven amenities. Its portfolio caters to homeowners and investors seeking long‑term value within iconic and master‑planned communities across Dubai.

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Payment Plans and Purchase Options

Payment Plans and Purchase Options

Meraas: Payment Plans

Meraas: Payment Plans

Meraas offers flexible and well-structured payment plans, with the most common option being a 75/25 payment plan. This typically includes an initial booking deposit, followed by staged instalments during the construction phase covering 75% of the property value, with the remaining 25% payable on handover.

Depending on the project, Meraas may also provide alternative structures such as 60/40 or 50/50 plans, as well as staged instalments with low initial deposits, often starting from around 10–20% on booking. In select developments, extended post-handover payment options may be available, allowing buyers to spread payments beyond completion. This approach helps minimise upfront capital while aligning payments with construction progress and long-term financial planning, enhancing both accessibility and investment potential in Dubai’s property market.

75/25

75/25

Common.

Common.

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Invest in Meraas Developments

Invest in Meraas Developments

Is Meraas a good investment? 

Is Meraas a good investment? 

Meraas is widely considered a strong investment option within Dubai’s real estate market. As a design‑driven developer with more than 15 years of experience and now part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, Meraas benefits from a powerful land bank and strategic backing that supports large‑scale developments and long‑term growth.

Properties developed by Meraas, such as City Walk, Bluewaters Island, La Mer, and Nad Al Sheba Gardens, are located in high‑demand areas with strong rental and capital appreciation metrics, often delivering gross yields in the 5–8% range and solid resale performance compared to broader market averages. Their projects combine lifestyle amenities, waterfront access, and premium urban convenience, which help sustain both rental occupancy and price growth over time.

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Market Position

Market Position

How Meraas compares in the Dubai Market 

How Meraas compares in the Dubai Market 

Meraas occupies a distinctive position in the Dubai real estate market by focusing on lifestyle‑led, design‑driven developments that blend residential living with retail, leisure, and entertainment amenities. Unlike larger mass‑market developers such as Emaar, which commands a broader market share and is known for vast, mixed‑use mega‑projects, Meraas specialises in high‑appeal urban and waterfront destinations like Bluewaters Island, City Walk, and La Mer that attract both end‑users and investors seeking premium lifestyle experiences.

While Meraas holds a smaller overall market share compared with the biggest players, its developments are recognised for their strategic locations in prime areas of Dubai, strong rental demand, and robust capital appreciation, often outperforming average market yields. This lifestyle‑first approach differentiates Meraas from more traditional residential builders and appeals to buyers prioritising design, community amenities, and high‑quality living over purely volume‑driven supply.

Meraas occupies a distinctive position in the Dubai real estate market by focusing on lifestyle‑led, design‑driven developments that blend residential living with retail, leisure, and entertainment amenities. Unlike larger mass‑market developers such as Emaar, which commands a broader market share and is known for vast, mixed‑use mega‑projects, Meraas specialises in high‑appeal urban and waterfront destinations like Bluewaters Island, City Walk, and La Mer that attract both end‑users and investors seeking premium lifestyle experiences.

While Meraas holds a smaller overall market share compared with the biggest players, its developments are recognised for their strategic locations in prime areas of Dubai, strong rental demand, and robust capital appreciation, often outperforming average market yields. This lifestyle‑first approach differentiates Meraas from more traditional residential builders and appeals to buyers prioritising design, community amenities, and high‑quality living over purely volume‑driven supply.

  • Bluewaters Bay Dubai Waterfront Apartments
  • Bulgari Lighthouse by Meraas at Jumeirah Bay Island Dubai
  • Central Park Plaza at City Walk by Meraas Dubai
  • Atelis by Meraas
  • The Acres luxury villas by Meraas
  • Citywalk Dubai by Meraas
  • Caesars Resort Bluewaters Dubai
  • Palm Central Private residences Palm Jebel Ali
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Market Insights

Market Insights

Guides and tips for a smooth investment

Guides and tips for a smooth investment

Central Park Plaza at City Walk

Meraas

Meraas

Meraas develops iconic, lifestyle‑focused communities in Dubai, offering high‑quality homes with strong long‑term investment potential.

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FAQs

Meraas: FAQs

These are some of the most frequently asked questions we get about Meraas. Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch with us.

Who founded Meraas?

What makes Meraas different from other developers?

What are Meraas’ most iconic projects?

Why invest in Meraas properties?

Where are Meraas developments located?

Does Meraas offer flexible payment plans?

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Meraas: FAQs

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Who founded Meraas?

What makes Meraas different from other developers?

What are Meraas’ most iconic projects?

Why invest in Meraas properties?

Where are Meraas developments located?

Does Meraas offer flexible payment plans?

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FAQs

Meraas: FAQs

These are some of the most frequently asked questions we get about Meraas. Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch with us.

Who founded Meraas?

What makes Meraas different from other developers?

What are Meraas’ most iconic projects?

Why invest in Meraas properties?

Where are Meraas developments located?

Does Meraas offer flexible payment plans?