Master-planned community · Dubai
Jumeirah Garden City
A master-planned mixed-use redevelopment district in Al Satwa, set along Sheikh Zayed Road in central Dubai.
- Projects listed
- 1
- From
- AED 1.33M
- Developers
- 1
- Handover
- Mar 2027
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Jumeirah Garden City is a master-planned urban redevelopment and medium-density mixed-use district situated within Al Satwa in central Dubai. Positioned parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), it borders 2nd December Street and sits directly across the highway from the Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai International Financial Centre.
Master-developed by Meraas Holding and regulated by the Dubai Development Authority, the community features freehold residential, commercial, and mixed-use plots sold to private developers without mandated construction deadlines. The built landscape consists of mid-rise apartment blocks, typically up to Ground plus eight storeys, offering studio to three-bedroom apartments, alongside serviced hospitality buildings.
The master plan is split into four development phases. The area currently contains a mixture of completed apartment blocks, active mid-rise construction, and available plots, served by local road networks, retail, and nearby Dubai Metro stations.
- Master-planned urban redevelopment district in Al Satwa, master-developed by Meraas Holding.
- Positioned parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road directly opposite DIFC and the Dubai World Trade Centre.
- Divided into four development phases with zoning generally limited to Ground plus eight floors (G+8).
- Offers freehold property ownership for all nationalities across residential apartments and land plots.
- Features mid-rise apartment buildings housing studios up to three-bedroom configurations.
- Regulated under Dubai Development Authority (DDA) design and building codes.
Why buyers look at Jumeirah Garden City
Central business proximity
The district sits directly opposite the Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai International Financial Centre across Sheikh Zayed Road.
Freehold ownership terms
Both individual residential apartments and development land plots are open to all nationalities on a freehold basis.
Mid-rise urban density
Building heights are predominantly restricted to Ground plus eight floors, creating a medium-density apartment environment.
Public transport connections
Residents have walking and bus access to Dubai Metro Red Line stations along Sheikh Zayed Road and local RTA bus routes.
Proximity to leisure destinations
Downtown Dubai, City Walk, and coastal areas such as La Mer are reachable within an eight-minute drive.
Landmarks and lifestyle
- Metro station
- Ground-floor retail
- Community mosques
- Restaurants
- Bus connections
Dubai World Trade Centre
Regional exhibition and commercial centre situated directly opposite the district across Sheikh Zayed Road.
Dubai International Financial Centre
Major financial free zone located directly across the Sheikh Zayed Road corridor.
City Walk
Open-air retail and lifestyle destination positioned a short drive southwest.
The Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa
Retail and cultural landmarks situated an eight-minute drive south in Downtown Dubai.
La Mer
Beachfront dining and leisure destination situated northwest along the Jumeirah shoreline.
Obai Bin Kaab Mosque
Established community mosque integrated within the district.
Off-plan projects in Jumeirah Garden City
Every published project in the area with its starting price, payment plan and handover.
Homes on file in Jumeirah Garden City
By bedroom count, from the unit types of the published projects.
Where Jumeirah Garden City sits
Master developer
Meraas
Questions buyers ask about Jumeirah Garden City
Is Jumeirah Garden City a freehold area?
Yes, both individual apartments and land plots in Jumeirah Garden City are available on a freehold basis to all nationalities.
Who is the master developer of Jumeirah Garden City?
Meraas Holding is the master developer, while independent third-party developers construct individual residential buildings.
What types of properties are available in the district?
The area comprises mid-rise apartment blocks offering studios to three-bedroom flats, along with commercial and hotel plots, with no standalone villas or townhouses.
What is the maximum building height permitted?
Under Dubai Development Authority guidelines, the majority of residential plots are zoned for Ground plus eight storeys (G+8).
What public transport options serve the neighbourhood?
The district is served by RTA bus routes connecting to Dubai Metro Red Line stations on Sheikh Zayed Road, including World Trade Centre and Emirates Towers stations.
Which key commercial hubs are nearby?
Dubai World Trade Centre and the Dubai International Financial Centre sit directly across Sheikh Zayed Road, and Downtown Dubai is an eight-minute drive away.
AIArea profile drafted by Emir AI from public sources and checked by our team on 2026-10-08. Information only, not advice.
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