About EMAAR Properties
Emaar Properties
Emaar Properties is a Dubai-based developer founded in 1997 by Mohamed Alabbar. Listed on the Dubai Financial Market and part-owned by the Government of Dubai, Emaar built Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall, and master-planned Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and Dubai Hills Estate.
Quick facts
Field | Value |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Founder | Mohamed Alabbar |
| Ownership | Listed on the Dubai Financial Market (EMAAR), with a Government of Dubai stake via Investment Corporation of Dubai |
| Headquarters | Emaar Square, Downtown Dubai |
| Key communities | Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Dubai Hills Estate, Emaar Beachfront, Arabian Ranches, Emaar South, The Valley |
Communities and projects
Emaar holds master-developer rights across several Dubai districts. Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina are its central apartment districts, Emaar Beachfront and Dubai Creek Harbour are waterfront, and Dubai Hills Estate, Arabian Ranches, Emaar South, and The Valley hold the villa and townhouse stock. betterhomes lists property across all of them.
Community | Type | Status |
Downtown Dubai | Apartments and retail | Completed |
Dubai Marina | Apartments | Completed |
Emaar Beachfront | Apartments | Handover in phases |
Dubai Creek Harbour | Apartments | In development |
Dubai Hills Estate | Apartments, townhouses, villas | In development |
Arabian Ranches | Villas | Completed |
Arabian Ranches 2 | Villas and townhouses | Completed |
Arabian Ranches 3 | Villas and townhouses | Handover in phases |
Emirates Hills | Villas | Completed |
The Greens | Apartments | Completed |
The Views | Apartments | Completed |
The Lakes | Villas | Completed |
The Meadows | Villas | Completed |
The Springs | Villas and townhouses | Completed |
Emaar South | Apartments, townhouses, villas | In development |
The Valley | Townhouses and villas | In development |
The Oasis by Emaar | Villas and mansions | In development |
Project | Community | Type | Status |
Burj Khalifa | Downtown Dubai | Mixed-use tower | Completed |
The Dubai Mall | Downtown Dubai | Retail | Completed |
Burj Crown | Downtown Dubai | Apartments | Completed |
Vida Residences | Downtown Dubai | Serviced apartments | Completed |
Grande | Downtown Dubai | Apartments | Completed |
Il Primo | Downtown Dubai | Apartments and penthouses | Completed |
Palace Residences Hillside | Dubai Hills Estate | Apartments and townhouses | Off-plan |
Park Field | Dubai Hills Estate | Apartments | Off-plan |
Vista Ridge | Emaar South | Apartments and townhouses | Off-plan |
Orania | The Valley | Villas | Off-plan |
Burj Khalifa was designed by Adrian Smith at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The Greens, The Views, The Lakes, The Meadows, The Springs, and Emirates Hills together form Emirates Living.
Buying and payment plans
All Emaar communities in Dubai are freehold, so foreign nationals can buy outright without residency. Off-plan payments are held in a Dubai Land Department escrow account, with installments linked to construction milestones. The transfer fee is 4% of the purchase price.
Find an Emaar property
Browse Emaar homes listed with betterhomes, or ask a specialist about a specific community. betterhomes has advised buyers in the UAE real estate market since 1986 and works across every Emaar community, from Downtown Dubai to The Valley. A specialist can confirm current payment terms and handle the Dubai Land Department transfer.
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Your EMAAR Properties Properties Experts
Connect with our experienced team of property specialists who know EMAAR Properties developments inside and out.
Ahmad Taha
Senior Client Manager
Ajay Barua
Senior Client Manager
Ala Moloman
Client Manager
Fatima Nikoofam
Client Manager
George Hana
Client Manager
Jasim Naseer
Senior Client Manager
Michel Kamal
Client Manager
Sabreen Eid
Senior Client Manager
Sami Saeed Jamsa
Client Manager
Sagar Bardai
Client Manager
Sheanni Tiffany Vanderbilt
Client Manager
Wael Gomaa
Senior Client Manager
Sydney Martin
Associate Director
Georgian Daniel Nedelcu
Senior Sales Consultant
Marcela Diaz Perez
Senior Leasing Consultant
Dean Douglas Evans
Director & Team Leader - PRIME
Dilara Cingoz
Senior Sales Consultant
Michael Adele
Senior Sales Consultant
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about EMAAR Properties properties and services.
Who owns Emaar Properties?
Emaar is listed on the Dubai Financial Market. Its largest shareholder is Investment Corporation of Dubai, the Government of Dubai's investment arm.
When was Emaar Properties founded?
In 1997, by Mohamed Alabbar. Emaar listed on the Dubai Financial Market in 2000, and Burj Khalifa completed in 2010.
Is Emaar a good developer to buy from?
Emaar has built in Dubai since 1997, publishes audited accounts as a listed company, and sells off-plan through regulated escrow.
Is Emaar government-backed?
Partly. Emaar is a listed company, not a government entity, but the Government of Dubai holds a significant stake.
What is Emaar's most famous project?
Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, completed in 2010 and anchors Downtown Dubai.
Does Emaar deliver on time?
Handover dates vary by project. Buyers can check construction progress for any Emaar project through the Dubai REST app.
Is Emaar RERA registered?
Yes. Emaar is registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Agency under the Dubai Land Department.
Can foreigners buy Emaar properties?
Yes. All Emaar communities in Dubai are freehold, so foreign nationals can own outright. Residency is not required.
What are Emaar's payment plans?
Emaar off-plan projects generally use construction-linked plans, with a balance payable on handover. Terms differ by project.
Which Emaar community has the best ROI?
Apartment districts generally produce higher yields; villas have shown stronger capital growth. Past performance is not indicative of future returns.
What are the service charges in Emaar communities?
Charges vary by building and cover maintenance, security, landscaping, and amenities. Apartment towers cost more than villa communities.
Emaar or DAMAC? which is better?
Emaar is a listed master-planner with mature communities and established resale markets. DAMAC Properties is private and known for branded residences.
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