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Meraas

Lifestyle-focused Dubai developer (now under Dubai Holding) behind City Walk, Bluewaters, La Mer and the Bvlgari Resort.

Active listings18
Starting fromAED 1.75M+
Handover2027 – 2030
Areas7
Founded 2007HQ Dubai

Notable past projects

  • City Walk
  • Bluewaters
  • La Mer

About Meraas's off-plan portfolio

Meraas currently has 18 active off-plan projects on OffplanCompare, spread across Dubai. The biggest concentrations sit in City Walk, Dubai Land, Dubai Design District, Jumeirah.

Entry prices range from AED 1.8M up to AED 43M with a median floor of AED 3.7M. Estimated gross rental yields cluster around 7.0% across the catalogue.

Handover dates spread from 2027 through 2030, so the lineup covers buyers chasing earlier completion as well as those willing to wait for newer launches.

Where they build

Meraas is most active in City Walk (4 projects), Dubai Land (4 projects), Dubai Design District (3 projects). The remaining inventory is distributed across 2 other UAE submarkets.

Track record

Notable delivered or under-construction projects include City Walk, Bluewaters, La Mer. Founded 2007. Headquartered in Dubai.

Comparing Meraas projects

Every Meraas listing on OffplanCompare goes through the same normalisation pipeline as every other developer's catalogue — same payment-plan format, same yield method, same drive-time computation. That means you can drag any Meraas project into the shortlist and compare it like-for-like with a project from Emaar, Sobha, Damac, Binghatti or any other allowlisted developer.

Use the listings below to browse the current Meraas lineup. Filter or sort by yield, price, handover date or area, and tap into any project for the full payment plan, unit-type breakdown, amenity list and live availability.

Meraas: developer story

Meraas was established in 2007 as a Dubai-based holding company tasked with developing lifestyle-oriented destinations across the emirate. Since 2016, Meraas has operated as a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, the government investment vehicle chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The company's headquarters remain in Dubai, where it focuses on mixed-use, leisure and residential projects that target both end-users and investors.

Meraas is known for delivering large-scale, master-planned communities that integrate retail, dining and public realm amenities. City Walk combines low-rise apartments with street-level retail in a walkable urban quarter. Bluewaters is a man-made island anchored by the Ain Dubai observation wheel and includes residential towers and hospitality. La Mer is a beachfront destination with shops, restaurants and branded residences. The developer has also partnered with Bvlgari to deliver the Bvlgari Resort Dubai on Jumeirah Bay Island, establishing a foothold in the luxury hospitality segment.

Meraas currently offers 18 off-plan projects in the comparison catalogue, with entry prices ranging from AED 1.8 million to AED 43 million and a median estimated gross rental yield of 7.0 per cent. Handovers are scheduled between 2027 and 2030. The portfolio is concentrated in City Walk and Dubai Land (four projects each), followed by Dubai Design District and Jumeirah (three each), Nad Al Sheba (two) and Sheikh Zayed Road (one). This distribution reflects the developer's continued emphasis on established mixed-use precincts and emerging lifestyle districts.

Meraas projects by area

Every active Meraas off-plan project on OffplanCompare, grouped by community. From-price is the lowest entry-level unit in that area; median yield is the gross rental yield across Meraas's lineup in that submarket.

AreaProjectsFromMedian yieldEarliest handover
City Walk4AED 2.5M7%Q4 2028
Dubai Land4AED 6.1M7%Q4 2027
Dubai Design District3AED 1.8M7%Q1 2027
Jumeirah3AED 14M5%Q2 2029
Nad Al Sheba2AED 9.5M7%Q1 2029
Sheikh Zayed Road1AED 3.5M7%Q3 2030
Umm Suqeim1AED 3.7M7%Q1 2029

Active Meraas off-plan projects

The 15 top (of 18) Meraas projects currently on sale, ranked by entry price. Tap any row for the full payment plan, unit-type breakdown and live availability.

ProjectAreaBedroomsFromHandover
Solaya 4 and 6Jumeirah2–5 BRAED 43MQ3 2029
Solaya 5 and 7Jumeirah2–5 BRAED 15MQ3 2029
The Acres EstatesDubai Land5 BRAED 15MQ1 2028
Solaya 1,2 and 3Jumeirah2–5 BRAED 14MQ2 2029
The Acres Phase 2Dubai Land5 BRAED 14MQ2 2028
Nad Al Sheba Gardens Phase 9Nad Al Sheba3–5 BRAED 9.5MQ1 2029
The Acres Phase 3 By MeraasDubai Land3–5 BRAED 6.5MQ4 2027
The Acres Estates Phase 3 by MeraasDubai Land5 BRAED 6.1MQ4 2027
Nourelle by MeraasUmm Suqeim1–4 BRAED 3.7MQ1 2029
Jumeirah Residences Emirates TowersSheikh Zayed Road1–4 BRAED 3.5MQ3 2030
City Walk Crestlane Phase 5City Walk1–4 BRAED 2.8MQ2 2030
City Walk CrestlaneCity Walk1–5 BRAED 2.6MQ2 2029
City Walk Crestlane 3City Walk1–4 BRAED 2.6MQ4 2028
City Walk Phase 3 By MeraasCity Walk1–4 BRAED 2.5MQ2 2029
AtelisDubai Design District1–5 BRAED 2.1MQ3 2029

Meraas off-plan price bands

Distribution of active Meraas projects by entry-level price. The yield column shows the median gross rental yield across projects in that band — useful when you want the cheapest entry that still clears a target yield.

Price bandProjectsMedian yield
Under AED 1M0
AED 1M – 2M17.0%
AED 2M – 5M87.0%
AED 5M and above87.0%

FAQ: buying from Meraas

What is Meraas's track record on project delivery?

Meraas has completed several high-profile mixed-use communities, including City Walk, Bluewaters and La Mer, all of which are operational and occupied. The developer benefits from government backing through Dubai Holding, which provides financial stability and long-term planning horizons. Buyers often cite completed amenities and infrastructure in existing Meraas communities as evidence of execution capability, though prospective purchasers should verify handover schedules and warranty terms for individual off-plan schemes.

What type of properties does Meraas typically offer off-plan?

The current pipeline spans from sub-AED 2 million units to penthouses above AED 40 million, indicating a range that includes studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments in denser plots as well as larger townhouses and villas in master-planned areas. Projects cluster in City Walk, Dubai Land, Dubai Design District and Jumeirah, reflecting a preference for locations with existing or planned retail, F&B and leisure infrastructure. The median yield of 7.0 per cent suggests a mix of investor-focused mid-market units and higher-priced, lower-yield lifestyle product.

What payment structures does Meraas commonly use?

Meraas has historically offered flexible payment plans, often structured as 60/40 or 70/30 during construction, with the balance due on handover. Some schemes have included post-handover instalments extending one to two years beyond completion. Buyers should review individual sales and purchase agreements for each project, as terms vary by development and may include early-bird incentives or developer-facilitated financing arrangements.

Who typically buys Meraas off-plan units?

The developer attracts a mix of end-users seeking proximity to retail and leisure amenities and buy-to-let investors drawn to established locations with high footfall. Families favour townhouse and villa plots in master-planned communities, while younger professionals and small investors target studios and one-bedroom apartments in urban mixed-use precincts. Overseas buyers constitute a portion of sales, particularly from the GCC, South Asia and Europe, though the majority of transactions involve UAE residents and regional investors.

How does Meraas differentiate its developments in a competitive market?

Meraas emphasises placemaking and the integration of public spaces, retail and hospitality within residential schemes, aiming to create walkable districts rather than stand-alone towers. Partnerships with international brands—such as Bvlgari and Nikki Beach—add cachet to select projects. The developer also controls retail and leisure assets within its communities, which can support long-term asset management and rental demand. Buyers value this holistic approach, though it may result in higher service charges and community fees compared to residential-only schemes.

Compare Meraas against other UAE developers

Side-by-side breakdowns of catalogue size, entry price, yield, payment plans and handover timeline between Meraas and every other allowlisted UAE developer.