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The BestProperty Developers in Dubai

Property developers in Dubai are not just property developers. In many cases, they are big household brands that have become household names.

What Dubai has achieved over the past two decades is simply astonishing. Many factors contribute to this, but one thing is for sure, none of this would be possible without Dubai’s real estate developers. Real estate development companies have played a huge role not only in the construction of Dubai's iconic towers but also in the construction of residential communities and tourist destinations.

There are currently over 100 active real estate developers in Dubai. Some are small family businesses, while others are multinational companies with projects around the world. To keep things simple, we'll focus on some of the more prominent developers active today.

Emaar Properties

Founded in 1997,Emaar Properties is a publicly listed company and by far the largest developer in Dubai. It is the developer of world-renowned projects such as Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, as well as various major communities such as Arabian Ranches and Downtown Dubai.

As of 2023, Emaar has completed over 80,000 units in Dubai and over 95,000 units globally. With a variety of new master communities and projects underway, the developer will only expand its brand and reach.

EMAAR Properties’ latest projects:

• Valley Farm Garden
• Dubai South Channel Villas
• Palace Residences – North of Dubai Creek
• Greenside Residences – Dubai Hills Estate

New Communities by EMAAR Properties:

• Emaar Beachfront
• valley
• The Oasis by Emaar

Meraas

Founded in 2007, Meraas is a Dubai-based holding company and one of the most respected real estate developers in Dubai.

Traditionally known for building some of Dubai's best retail and entertainment destinations, Meraas has also become a leading developer of residential communities in recent years.

Some of the developer's most notable projects include City Walk and Bluewater Island.

Dubai Properties

Dubai Properties is a development and property management company part of Dubai Holding. The company is known for building large-scale residential, commercial and mixed-use projects and is one of Dubai's largest and oldest developers.

Latest projects in Dubai real estate:

• Mudon al-Lanim 3
• Laviolette 2
• La Rosa VI

Majid Al Futtaim

A prominent Dubai-based developer with numerous residential and commercial projects in Dubai and the MENA region. Best known as the developer behind the Tilal Al Ghaf community. Since its launch in early 2020, it has been one of the best-selling and most popular guru communities in Dubai.

Majid Al Futtaim’s latest projects:

• Harmony by Tilal Al Ghaf
• Serenity Building in Tilar Algarve

DAMAC

Publicly listed Damac is a developer of single projects and master communities. Some of DAMAC's better-known projects include the Paramount Tower and DAMAC Mountain.

DAMAC Real Estate’s latest projects:

• Cavali Damac Bay

Sobha Realty

Founded in 1976, Shoba is a major developer with projects in the UAE as well as the Greater Mena region. The company is primarily known for developing high-end residential and commercial properties in prime locations in Dubai. They have a large portfolio of projects including luxury apartments, villas, townhouses, and mixed-use commercial spaces.

Sobha’s biggest project at the moment is the popular Shoba Heartland development in Meydan.

Sobha’s latest projects:

• Sobha Hartland Crest Hotel
• Sobha ONE Sobha

Select Group

Suitable for special residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. The property developer specializes in luxury developments in prime locations and has delivered more than 7,000 apartments in the UAE, UK, and Europe.

The company’s impressive portfolio spans 20 million square feet, with iconic projects in some of Dubai’s most popular areas, including Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, and Palm Jumeirah.

New projects from Select Group:

• NAUTICA Dubai Maritime City

Binghatti

Award-winning developer Binghatti currently has a portfolio of over 40 projects and is recognized for its cutting-edge architectural design.

Development areas are spread across Dubai, including Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC).

Binghatti's latest projects:

• Binghatti Corner, Jumeirah Village Circle
• Binhadi Nova

Azizi

A developer with apartment projects across Dubai. Azizi has delivered over 50 projects to date, with over 130 more projects in the pipeline. A large part of its current projects is located in the rapidly growing community of Meydan.

Nakheel

Nakheel, part of the Government of Dubai, is a real estate developer responsible for some of the most ambitious real estate projects in the region. Nakheel is not only a developer of residential projects but is also involved in retail, hospitality, and leisure projects which have been and will continue to be key to realizing Dubai’s larger vision.

The company's most popular master projects include the world-famous Palm Jumeirah and master communities such as Jumeirah Lake Towers and Jumeirah Village Triangle.

Nakheel’s new community:

• Dubai islands
• Nakheel Jebel Ali Palm Island

Ellington Properties

Established in 2014, Ellington Properties has quickly become one of the most respected developers in Dubai. A developer focused on creating luxury properties incorporating the highest levels of style, comfort, and quality.

As of 2023, Ellington has completed apartment and villa projects in most major communities in Dubai, including Downtown Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and Jumeirah Village Circle. All its developments are truly bespoke and designed to inspire and provide a true sense of luxury

Ellington Properties’ latest projects:

• JLT House of Lords
• Ellington Beach House Palm Jumeirah
• Ellington's Lake Shore
• Mercer Home JLT

Please note that the list of property developers here is only a list of the more popular and active developers. This is by no means a ranking of these developers. To find out which property developers are best suited for the type of property you are interested in, please contact us by phone or one of our contact forms. Alternatively, you can read our property Inchbrick or choose the right property developer