Dubai Hills Estate is a master-planned community developed by Emaar Properties, through a joint venture with Meraas Holding, and forms the first phase of Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City). It sits along Al Khail Road between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina, and is built around an 18-hole championship golf course, Dubai Hills Park, and Dubai Hills Mall. Buyers choose it for its central position, green setting, and a wide mix of apartments, townhouses, and villas.
Key facts at a glance
- Developer: Emaar Properties, in partnership with Meraas Holding
- Location: Along Al Khail Road, between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina, within MBR City
- Size: Around 11 million square metres, roughly 2,700 acres Bayut
- Ownership: Freehold, open to all nationalities
- Property types: Apartments, townhouses, and villas
- Standout features: An 18-hole championship golf course, the 180,000 square metre Dubai Hills Park, Dubai Hills Mall, and more than 54 km of cycling routes
- Drive times: Roughly 15 to 20 minutes to Downtown Dubai, with quick access to Dubai Marina
Where is Dubai Hills Estate? Location and map
The Dubai Hills location runs along Al Khail Road, which places the community between two of Dubai's most in-demand districts, Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina. That position gives residents a short drive to the financial district, the beach, and the airport corridor while keeping a calmer, greener setting at home. Most daily destinations stay inside a 20-minute radius.
On a Dubai Hills map, the community reads as a series of neighbourhoods arranged around the central golf course, with Dubai Hills Park and Dubai Hills Mall at the heart and villa clusters ringing the fairways. Al Khail Road forms the main boundary and the primary route in and out. For readers, embed an interactive map on this page so they can see sub-community positions and drive routes at a glance.
Who is the developer of Dubai Hills Estate?
The Dubai Hills Estate developer is Emaar Properties, working in a joint venture with Meraas Holding. Emaar is the same developer behind Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa, which gives the community a consistent standard of build quality and amenity planning across every phase. Individual buildings are delivered by Emaar and by select partner developers within the master plan.
Dubai Hills villas and houses
Dubai Hills villas sit among the community's most sought-after homes, arranged around the golf course and landscaped parks. Villa and townhouse clusters include Maple and Sidra for family townhouses, and Golf Place and Majestic Vistas for larger villas with private gardens, alongside branded collections such as Address Villas Hillcrest. Buyers searching for Dubai Hills houses will find layouts that run from three-bedroom townhouses up to large golf-facing villas, which suits everyone from growing families to end-users who want space and a garden. To see current villa and townhouse availability, speak with a broker in Dubai from our team. Haus 51
Dubai Hills apartments
Apartments in Dubai Hills Estate sit in mid-rise buildings close to the park, mall, and golf frontage. Layouts suit investors and couples who want a central address with green surroundings. A strong example is Rosehill at Dubai Hills Estate, a golf-front apartment address, alongside newer developments such as Eden House Dubai Hills and Eden Hills by H&H, and Belgravia Gardens by Ellington.
Dubai Hills Estate rent
Renting is an option across the community, with apartments near the park and mall and villas along the golf course. Tenants who search for villas for rent in Dubai Hills tend to want space, greenery, and a central commute, which this community delivers. Browse available homes through our renting in Dubai section, or ask our team about current rental stock.
What amenities does Dubai Hills Estate offer?
Amenities sit at the centre of the master plan rather than the edges. Residents have access to:
- Golf: An 18-hole championship course designed by European Golf Design, with skyline views Bayut
- Retail and dining: Dubai Hills Mall, spanning more than 2 million square feet, with hundreds of retail and dining outlets Haus 51
- Parks and active living: Dubai Hills Park at around 180,000 square metres, plus more than 54 km of cycling routes Bayut
- Family services: Schools, nurseries, and healthcare inside or minutes from the community
Dubai Hills Roxy Cinemas and entertainment
The community's headline entertainment venue is Roxy Cinemas at Dubai Hills Mall. Located on Level 1 of the mall, it is home to Roxy Xtreme, the biggest cinema screen in the Middle East, measuring 423 square metres with laser projection and Dolby Atmos sound. The multiplex runs 15 screens in total, including Platinum and Silver tiers alongside the Xtreme auditorium, and is operated by Dubai Holding Entertainment. For residents, it means cinema-scale entertainment sits a short walk or drive from home, which adds to the community's day-to-day appeal.
Is Dubai Hills Estate a good place to invest?
Demand here rests on three things: an Emaar master plan, a central location, and a broad price ladder from apartments up to villas. That mix keeps both end-users and tenants interested, which supports occupancy.
To weigh this community against your goals, speak to a licensed broker in Dubai who can align live availability with your budget.
Properties for sale in Dubai Hills Estate
Our current Dubai Hills selection spans ready and off-plan homes. Explore Rosehill at Dubai Hills Estate for golf-front apartments, Eden House Dubai Hills and Eden Hills for H&H addresses, and Belgravia Gardens for Ellington's take on the community. Each listing carries pricing, payment plans, and floor plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is the developer of Dubai Hills Estate?
- Emaar Properties is the master developer, working in a joint venture with Meraas Holding, with individual buildings delivered by Emaar and select partner developers.
- Is Dubai Hills Estate freehold?
- Yes. Property here is freehold and open to buyers of all nationalities.
- What property types are available in Dubai Hills Estate?
- Apartments, townhouses, and villas, ranging from one-bedroom homes to large golf-facing villas.
- How far is Dubai Hills Estate from Downtown Dubai?
- Roughly 15 to 20 minutes by car via Al Khail Road, with similar access to Dubai Marina.
- Can foreigners buy property in Dubai Hills Estate?
- Yes. As a freehold community, it allows full foreign ownership.

