Area guide · Flats for sale · Nov 2026

Property in City of Arabia, Dubai

A low-cost freehold corner of Dubailand, next to the world's largest indoor theme park, with a big plan that is still mostly unbuilt.

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₹1,658Avg price per Sq.Ft.
↑ AED 1,658DLD average per sq ft
1Live projects listed
25 minto DXB airport
Overview

What is City of Arabia like to live in?

In one lineCity of Arabia is a freehold area in Dubailand where flats start from AED 450,000. The Dubai Land Department average is AED 1,658 per sq ft. Most of the original plan has been on hold since 2008.

Where it is. City of Arabia is in Dubailand, along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). IMG Worlds of Adventure is right next door. Global Village is about 5 km away. Dubailand and The Villa are about 3 km away, Majan about 4 km, and Al Barari about 5 km. Arabian Ranches and DAMAC Hills are about 8 km away.

City of Arabia key factsUpdated October 2026

City
Dubai
Area
Dubailand, Wadi Al Safa 4
Ownership
Freehold
Average price
AED 1,658 per sq ft (DLD)
Entry price
From AED 450,000
Rent
From AED 60,000 a year
To DXB airport
About 25 min
Metro
None
Land Department fee
4%
Projects listed
1 on BookNewProperty

Sources: Prices are from Dubai Land Department records, Property Finder UAE and developer listings for City of Arabia.

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Why people buy here

  • Entry prices are among the lowest for freehold in Dubai, from AED 450,000.
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure, the world's largest indoor theme park, is next door.
  • GEMS Heritage School is inside the community.
  • Global Village is about 5 minutes away.
  • Dubai International Airport is about 25 minutes away by road.

Know before you buy

  • The plan was worth US$20 billion. Most of it stopped after the 2008 financial crisis.
  • Mall of Arabia, Restless Planet, most of Elite Towers and the monorail are on hold. There is no date to restart.
  • There is no metro station here. You will need a car.
  • Big hospitals, malls and restaurants are 20 to 30 minutes away.
  • Only 50 sales are on record with the Dubai Land Department, so resale can take time.
  • MAG 330 is off-plan, with handover planned for 2028.
  • Buyers pay a 4% Dubai Land Department fee on the purchase price.
  • Check that any project is registered with RERA before you book.

Our verdict on City of Arabia

City of Arabia is one of the cheapest ways to own freehold property in Dubai. You live next to IMG Worlds of Adventure, near Global Village, with E311 taking you to central Dubai in about 30 minutes.

The risk is real. Most of the big plan, including Mall of Arabia, has been on hold since 2008, with no restart date. There is no metro and few services nearby. It suits buyers with a small to mid budget (AED 450,000 to 1.5 million) and a long time horizon. It is not a mature community.

Suits you if

  • Budget buyers who want Dubai freehold from AED 450,000
  • Families who want to live next to IMG Worlds and near Global Village
  • Long-term investors betting on the masterplan moving ahead
  • NRI buyers who want Dubai freehold under AED 1 million
  • Off-plan buyers happy with a 2028 handover at MAG 330

Look elsewhere if

  • Buyers who want malls, hospitals and dining close by
  • People who need a metro to commute
  • Investors who want to resell quickly
  • Buyers who count on Mall of Arabia being built
  • Buyers who want a fully planned, finished community
Prices

Property prices in City of Arabia (2026)

Typical ticket sizes by home type in 2026, with branded apartments averaging ₹1,658 per Sq.Ft.

Studio (MAG 330)↑ Rising
AED 700K to 900K
1 BHK (Wadi Tower / MAG 330)↑ Rising
AED 450K to 1.20M
2 BHK apartment↑ Rising
AED 1.10M to 1.60M
3 BHK apartment↑ Rising
AED 1.50M to 2.20M
4 BHK / penthouse↑ Rising
AED 2M to 4M
Rent (yearly)→ Stable
AED 60,000 to 120,000

How prices are moving

The Dubai Land Department average is AED 1,658 per sq ft across 50 sales. Wadi Tower 1 BHK flats start from AED 450,000 to 560,000, at about AED 1,208 per sq ft. MAG 330 starts from AED 700,000 to 800,000. Prices are well below nearby Dubailand communities.

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Projects

Flats and projects for sale in City of Arabia

1 project listed here today. Our advisors also track pre-launch inventory that is not public yet.

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Connectivity

How well connected is City of Arabia?

Road

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) is the main road. It links you to the rest of Dubai.

  • E311
  • E611 Emirates Road
  • Global Village 5 min
  • Dubai Miracle Garden 10 min
  • Downtown Dubai 35 to 40 min

Good to know. Road is the only practical way in and out. The planned monorail was never built.

Metro

There is no metro in City of Arabia. The Dubai Metro Gold Line, planned for 2032, may serve the wider Dubailand belt.

  • No metro
  • Gold Line 2032 target
  • Downtown Dubai 35 to 40 min by car

Airport

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is about 25 minutes away on E311. A cab costs about AED 45 to 70.

  • DXB 25 min
  • Al Maktoum Airport (DWC) 35 to 40 min
  • Cab AED 45 to 70

Bus

RTA buses run along E311. There is little public transport inside the community.

  • Global Village
  • Central Dubai

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Lifestyle

Schools, hospitals and offices near City of Arabia

Education

3 places
  • GEMS Heritage SchoolInside City of Arabia
  • GEMS schools, DubailandIn the wider Dubailand belt
  • Zayed UniversityReached via E311

Healthcare

3 places
  • Mediclinic ParkviewAbout 25 min via E311
  • NMC Hospital, Al QusaisReached via E311
  • Aster Hospital, Al QusaisReached via E311

Shopping and leisure

4 places
  • IMG Worlds of AdventureNext door, the world's largest indoor theme park
  • Global VillageAbout 5 km, open October to April
  • CarrefourWithin a 10-minute walk of Wadi Tower
  • Dubai Miracle GardenAbout 10 km

Work hubs

3 places
  • Dubai Silicon OasisAbout 20 min via E311
  • Dubai Academic CityReached via E311 or E611
  • Downtown Dubai and Business Bay35 to 40 min
Future growth

What is coming up in City of Arabia?

Upcoming infrastructure that will shape prices and daily life, in order of expected arrival.

  1. 2027

    Mall of Arabia, if restarted (2030)Medium impact

    It was planned with 1,400 shops. If built, it would change the area a lot. There is no confirmed restart date.

  2. 2027

    Dubai Metro Gold Line (2032)Medium impact

    It may serve the wider Dubailand belt and make commuting easier.

  3. 2028

    IMG Worlds of Adventure expansion (2027)Medium impact

    More rides and zones bring more visitors, which can help holiday rentals.

  4. 2030

    Global Village and Dubailand growth (2027)High impact

    Global Village draws 7 to 8 million visitors a year. That keeps the area busy and well known.

  5. 2032

    MAG 330 handover (2028)High impact

    This 23-storey tower is the most solid new project here. It adds fresh homes to the area.

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Nearby

Areas near City of Arabia to compare

Sorted by distance from City of Arabia. Areas with a guide open in one click.

  1. IMG Worlds of AdventureCommercial 0 km
  2. Dubailand / The VillaResidential 3 km
  3. MajanResidential 4 km
  4. Global VillageMixed 5 km
  5. Al BarariResidential 5 km
  6. Arabian RanchesResidential 8 km
  7. DAMAC HillsResidential 8 km
  8. Dubai Miracle GardenMixed 10 km
FAQs

City of Arabia FAQs: what buyers ask

How many projects are for sale in City of Arabia?

1 project is listed in City of Arabia right now.

  • New launches: 1
  • Recent launches: Arancia Yards by BEYOND
What is the property price in City of Arabia Dubai?

The Dubai Land Department average is AED 1,658 per sq ft.

  • Studio (MAG 330): AED 700K to 900K.
  • 1 BHK: AED 450K to 1.20M.
  • 2 BHK: AED 1.10M to 1.60M.
  • 3 BHK: AED 1.50M to 2.20M.
Is City of Arabia a good investment in 2026?

It is a low-cost, high-risk, long-term bet.

  • Freehold entry from AED 450,000.
  • Next to IMG Worlds and near Global Village.
  • Most of the masterplan has been on hold since 2008.
Which projects can I buy in City of Arabia?

Wadi Tower and MAG 330 are the main options.

  • Wadi Tower: 35 floors, ready to move, 1 to 4 BHK and penthouses from AED 450,000.
  • MAG 330: 23 floors, furnished studios to 2 BHK from AED 700,000 to 800,000, handover 2028.
What is the MAG 330 payment plan?

20% down payment, then a 50/50 plan.

  • Handover is planned for 2028.
  • The project is RERA-registered.
  • It has a pool, gym and yoga room.
Why was City of Arabia never fully built?

The 2008 financial crisis stopped most of the work.

  • Mall of Arabia, Restless Planet and most of Elite Towers are on hold.
  • IMG Worlds opened in 2016.
  • No restart date has been announced.
Is there a metro station in City of Arabia?

No.

  • You will need a car for daily travel.
  • The Dubai Metro Gold Line, planned for 2032, may serve the wider Dubailand belt.
How far is City of Arabia from the airport?

About 25 minutes to Dubai International Airport.

  • A cab costs about AED 45 to 70.
  • Al Maktoum Airport is 35 to 40 minutes away.
What rent can I expect in City of Arabia?

Rents start from about AED 60,000 a year.

  • The range is about AED 60,000 to 120,000 a year.
  • Theme park visitors can bring holiday rental demand.
What are the risks of buying in City of Arabia?

An unfinished plan, no metro and a thin resale market.

  • Only 50 sales on record with the Land Department.
  • Hospitals and big malls are 20 to 30 minutes away.
  • MAG 330 is off-plan until 2028.
What upfront costs should I plan for?

Plan for the 4% Dubai Land Department fee.

  • MAG 330 also needs a 20% down payment.
  • Check RERA registration before you book.
New to property?

Property terms, explained simply

BHK
Bedroom, Hall, Kitchen. A 2 BHK has two bedrooms, a living room and a kitchen.
Carpet area
The usable floor area inside your walls. Builders must state it under RERA.
Saleable area
Carpet area plus a share of walls, balconies, lobbies and lifts. Prices are usually quoted on this.
Price per Sq.Ft.
The home price divided by its saleable area. Use it to compare projects fairly.
RERA
The state property regulator. A registered project must publish its plans, approvals and handover date.
Pre-launch or EOI
Booking your interest before RERA registration, usually with a refundable amount, to get early prices.
Occupancy certificate (OC)
The approval that a finished building is safe to live in. Ask for it before buying a ready home.
Rental yield
Yearly rent as a share of the home price. ₹30,000 a month on a ₹1 Cr flat is a 3.6% yield.
EMI
Your fixed monthly home loan payment, covering interest and part of the loan.
Stamp duty
A state tax you pay when you register the home in your name.

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