Emaar Properties vs Meraas

Emaar Properties68 projectsMeraas18 projectsMed. yield7.0% vs 7.0%Entry fromAED 1.1M vs AED 1.8M

Emaar Properties and Meraas are two of the largest off-plan developers active in the UAE today. In our current catalogue, Emaar Properties has 68 active off-plan projects and Meraas has 18. Median estimated rental yields are similar at 7.0% and 7.0% respectively.

Entry prices: Emaar Properties from AED 1.1M, Meraas from AED 1.8M. Emaar Properties concentrates inventory in Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai South, The Valley; Meraas in City Walk, Dubai Land, Dubai Design District. Configurations: Emaar Properties offers 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed; Meraas offers 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed. Use the side-by-side breakdown below to compare yields, payment plans, areas covered and active project counts before shortlisting.

Emaar Properties vs Meraas: at a glance

  • Cheaper entryWinner Emaar PropertiesAED 1.1M vs AED 1.8M (39% cheaper).
  • Higher yieldTieWithin 0.2 pp: 7.0% vs 7.0% median.
  • More projectsWinner Emaar Properties68 vs 18 active off-plan projects.
  • Earlier handoverWinner Emaar PropertiesQ3 2026 vs Q1 2027 (nearest handover).
  • Wider area coverageWinner Emaar PropertiesActive in 13 vs 7 UAE areas.

Emaar Properties wins on cheaper entry, more projects, earlier handover, wider area coverage.

MetricEmaar PropertiesMeraas
Active off-plan projects6818
Median est. yield7.0%7.0%
Top est. yield8.0%7.0%
Price rangeAED 1.1M – AED 28MAED 1.8M – AED 111M
Median price/sqftAED 950AED 561
Median appreciation to handover16%12%
Handover spreadQ3 2026 – Q2 2031Q1 2027 – Q3 2030
Top areasDubai Creek Harbour, Dubai South, The ValleyCity Walk, Dubai Land, Dubai Design District
Top payment plans10/70/20, 10/80/10, 20/60/2020/55/25, 20/40/40, 10/55/35
Configurations offered1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed
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12 off-plan projects
Al Marjan Island
Emaar Properties
Address Residences Al Marjan Island
Al Marjan Island · Dubai
8% yield+11% apprec.Q1 2028
AED 1.80M+
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Aeon
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+12% apprec.Q2 2028
AED 1.71M+
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Altan
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+20% apprec.Q3 2029
AED 3.22M+ Hot
The Valley
Emaar Properties
Alva 2 at the Valley
The Valley · Dubai
7% yield+15% apprec.Q1 2030
Price on request Hot
The Valley
Emaar Properties
Alva 3 the valley
The Valley · Dubai
7% yield+15% apprec.Q1 2030
Price on request Hot
The Valley
Emaar Properties
Alva The Valley
The Valley · Dubai
7% yield+16% apprec.Q1 2030
Price on request Hot
Dubai Design District
Meraas Holding
Atelis
Dubai Design District · Dubai
7% yield+13% apprec.Q3 2029
AED 2.10M+ Hot
City Walk
Meraas Holding
City Walk Crestlane 3
City Walk · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q4 2028
AED 2.60M+ Hot
City Walk
Meraas Holding
City Walk Crestlane
City Walk · Dubai
7% yield+12% apprec.Q2 2029
AED 2.62M+ Hot
City Walk
Meraas Holding
City Walk Crestlane Phase 5
City Walk · Dubai
7% yield+16% apprec.Q2 2030
AED 2.80M+ Hot
City Walk
Meraas Holding
City Walk Phase 3 By Meraas
City Walk · Dubai
7% yield+12% apprec.Q2 2029
AED 2.50M+
Dubai Design District
Meraas Holding
Design Quarter
Dubai Design District · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q1 2027
AED 1.75M+

Frequently asked questions

Which developer has more off-plan projects in the UAE, Emaar Properties or Meraas?
Emaar Properties has more active off-plan projects (68) than Meraas (18). Project counts are tracked from our live catalogue of UAE off-plan inventory.
Which is cheaper to buy off-plan, Emaar Properties or Meraas?
Emaar Properties is currently cheaper to enter, with prices from AED 1.1M versus AED 1.8M for Meraas.
Which developer offers higher rental yields, Emaar Properties or Meraas?
Median estimated rental yields are similar: 7.0% for Emaar Properties and 7.0% for Meraas. Yields are derived from current advertised rentals against projected handover pricing and should be treated as an estimate.
Where do Emaar Properties and Meraas build?
Emaar Properties currently concentrates inventory in Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai South, The Valley, while Meraas focuses on City Walk, Dubai Land, Dubai Design District. The two portfolios do not overlap in our current catalogue.
What payment plans do Emaar Properties and Meraas typically offer?
Most common Emaar Properties plans in our catalogue: 10/70/20; 10/80/10. Most common Meraas plans: 20/55/25; 20/40/40. Individual project terms vary — check each project page for the exact instalment schedule.
When do Emaar Properties and Meraas projects hand over?
Emaar Properties handovers run from Q3 2026 to Q2 2031; Meraas handovers run from Q1 2027 to Q3 2030.
Which developer has better capital appreciation potential, Emaar Properties or Meraas?
Emaar Properties shows higher median projected capital appreciation to handover (16%) than Meraas (12%). Appreciation is estimated from advertised handover prices against current entry prices — treat it as a soft signal, not a guarantee.
Which developer is a better fit for me, Emaar Properties or Meraas?
The right answer depends on what you optimise for. Yield hunters get similar median yields either way. First-time buyers on a budget get more room with Emaar Properties on entry pricing. Long-hold investors who want optionality get the wider inventory pick with Emaar Properties. Use the side-by-side breakdown above to weigh the trade-offs against your own priorities.
How many bedroom configurations do Emaar Properties and Meraas offer, and which is better for family units?
Emaar Properties offers 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed in our current catalogue. Meraas offers 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed. Meraas goes up to 7-bedroom units versus 6-bedroom for Emaar Properties, which matters if you're shopping for a larger family home.