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All about villas in Dubai

Florian on February 29, 2024

First steps in Dubai

Dubai, a luxury real estate hub

It's a fact: Dubai is attracting more and more real estate investors. Indeed, the local market is enjoying a surprisingly dynamic growth, despite the fact that the global economic situation is not necessarily the most attractive for real estate investment.

In 2023, the figures were very good, and 2024 should confirm what many already believe to be another record year. Experts agree that the strongest growth is expected in the luxury real estate segment.

But what do we mean by luxury real estate? Beautiful apartments, for one thing. But also, and above all, exceptional villas. Townhouses that are particularly large, quite expensive and offer a vast selection of services and amenities (private cinema, gardens and green spaces, sauna, hammam, security service...).

The evolution of the Dubai villa market

In 2023, Dubai's real estate market enjoyed an exceptional year. In the last quarter of 2023 alone, 6,660 villas were sold, up 16.9% on the same period in 2022. Smoothing out the results over 2023, the number of sales reached 15,500, a total year-on-year increase of 30.98%!

These record figures should continue to grow in 2024, confirming Dubai's place on the map of the most attractive countries for real estate investment.

While the market is expected to stabilize, particularly for mid-range properties, the Links Real Estate group believes that the luxury market will drive the overall market upwards. The real estate market is expected to grow by 3.5 to 5%.

Villas Architecture and Design

Predominant architectural styles

Dubai villas feature two predominant architectural styles: traditional Arab and modern.

The traditional style of Arab architecture is expressed in several ways. The first is the presence of interior courtyards. The second is the presence of moucharabiehs, small wooden grills generally placed over windows. Finally, it's in the decoration that you should look, with the presence of arches, domes and columns.

Added to this are villas with a more contemporary, modern style. Villas that are more in line with today's expectations, with lots of space, light and well-designed, optimized lighting. Increasingly, these villas are also built with eco-responsible materials and incorporate features such as water recovery systems and solar panels.

Innovation and interior design

Villa interiors are often quite generous in size. Villa homes generally have 3 to 5 bedrooms (if not more for the larger ones), with contemporary designs, open spaces and large bay windows to take advantage of natural light. To this, we can also add high-quality finishes, often using premium materials (wood, marble...) and, last but not least, the installation of modern equipment (smart home, fitted kitchen...).

Prime location for villas

Popular residential areas

When it comes to buying villas in Dubai, not all neighborhoods are ideal. Downtown, for example, has no villas for sale. If you're looking for a property with a prime location, such as a townhouse, we recommend that you target neighborhoods like :

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC),
Dubai Marina,
Arjan,
Meydan,
Damac Hills,
Damac Hills 2.

These are neighborhoods that have been specifically designed to accommodate villa communities. These neighborhoods are generally quite family-oriented. Off-center, they offer a serene lifestyle, far from the hustle and bustle of the city center, yet still within easy reach.

Advantages and features of the main districts

Jumeirah Village Circle is the district most targeted by French investors. They are also very fond of Damac Lagoons. Both are very quiet residential areas, home to many families. In Damac Lagoons, only villas are offered for sale. It's a totally secure community, around twenty minutes from the city center (as is JVC), with great shopping, sports facilities, parks and green spaces, as well as large artificial lagoons.

Other neighborhoods are worth targeting for their quiet, family-friendly feel. These include Damac Hills and Damac Hills 2, which, like Damac Lagoons, have been entirely developed by real estate developer Damac. Added to this are more recent, more modern or fast-developing neighborhoods such as Jumeirah Golf Estates, Palm Jebel Ali, Meydan and Sobha Reserve. In short, Dubai's neighborhoods and villa communities are often quiet, secure and attract many expatriates.

Luxurious furnishings and facilities

Unique features of high-end villas

Dubai villas boast unique features, including luxury amenities and facilities! From private sports facilities (e.g. tennis courts, basketball courts, padel tennis courts...), cinema rooms and entertainment systems to surveillance systems (24/7 security and concierge), everything has been designed to offer residents a full, calm and tranquil life.

In addition to these aspects, real estate investors in Dubai can also enjoy an architectural design that has been thought out to ensure the privacy of its inhabitants. This makes it easier to enjoy your own outdoor courtyard, garden, spa area (sauna, Jacuzzi, hammam and whirlpool baths are often available) or terrace.

Technology and sustainability in construction

What's more, Dubai's new villas are designed and built to meet a new need expressed by investors: eco-sustainability. Responsible materials are used to minimize energy consumption.

Glass, steel, concrete, wood and composite materials come to mind, complementing modern materials such as palm wood, plaster, stone and even coral.

In most cases, developers add green roofs and vertical gardens to provide residents with fresh air and pleasant temperatures that are less complicated to manage.

Security and privacy in luxury villas

State-of-the-art safety systems

As you know, Dubai is one of the safest cities in the world. Legal cases, if they occur at all, are relatively rare. In fact, the city's security index is 96. 1%! Everything is in place to offer residents and investors a favorable environment in which to invest and develop their investments. What's more, Dubai's police force is fluent in English.

What about villas? Villa communities are highly secure. Video surveillance cameras give you peace of mind. These communities are not open to everyone, and only residents can enjoy the benefits and services associated with buying a villa in the community concerned.

Privacy and confidentiality management

But that's not all! In addition to security services and law enforcement agencies, property developers have also thought of everything. Villas, whether detached or semi-detached, are designed to ensure that everyone's privacy and confidentiality are fully respected. How do they do this? By orientating the buildings, avoiding the gaze of curious neighbors, and perfectly delimiting each person's space with large hedges or partitions.

Investing in a villa in Dubai

Opportunities and challenges for investors

Investing in real estate abroad is a dream for many people. This is even truer if you're talking about investingin a villa in Dubai! Indeed, the market in the United Arab Emirates is very buoyant: it presents a number of opportunities for those interested. Firstly, Dubai is a city in the midst of a demographic, economic and cultural boom. The real estate market here is one of the strongest in the world, growing at a time when sales are collapsing everywhere else.

What's more, the barriers to purchase are much lower in Dubai than in France, for example. Buying is quick and easy. You don't need too many documents, and in just a few days you can be positioned in a city under construction... And there are plenty of them! Indeed, many new neighborhoods and communities are springing up. Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai Islands come to mind...

The main challenge in buying a villa in Dubai lies in financing it. While banks do lend, even to non-residents, they cannot finance everything. What's more, you need to be able to meet the deadlines set out in your payment schedule, or risk not being able to invest in the property.

Tips for foreign buyers

One of the most common pieces of advice Dubai Immo real estate agents give to customers is to always seek advice. Investing in real estate abroad is a very important life project, and it's best not to make any mistakes. Choose partners you can trust.

At Dubai Immo, all our real estate agents are RERA-certified and are therefore qualified to search for, offer and sell property. They are in constant contact with property developers, know the local market inside out and are ready to put this expertise at your service!

Daily life in a luxury villa in Dubai

Services and amenities

Buying a villa in Dubai isn't just about investing in stone, a garden or a swimming pool. It's much more than that! You might wonder what it's like to live in a luxury villa in Dubai. Indeed, real estate developers now offer complete packages, in which investors are offered a host of services, amenities and conveniences, including :

24/7 security service,
Concierge service,
Parks, gardens and green spaces,
Sports fields (basketball, padel tennis, tennis, golf),
A parking area,
Swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room.

You'll find a list of all services and amenities in the description of each villa project we offer for sale on our platform.

Communities and social activities

Villas for sale are integrated into communities. Some, like Damac Lagoons, are communities where only villas are for sale. These offer a really interesting living environment, with plenty of activities and social events to meet people (sports fields, restaurants, etc.), have fun with friends or family (lagoons, private beaches, swimming pools, gym...). These are real meeting places!

Legal and regulatory aspects

Property purchase procedures

In the end, you don't need much to buy a villa in Dubai. It's a very quick and simple procedure. If you work with the Dubai Immo team, you'll need to provide :

A copy of your valid passport,
A postal address,
An email address,
A telephone number.

You will then (in some cases) have to pay an initial fee, which serves to formalize the reservation of the target property. The amount varies between 2,500 and 10,000 euros. The signed reservation contract can then be signed. A few weeks later, you'll have to pay your first instalment (often 10 to 20% of the total cost of the property + 4% DLD notary's fees). You must then sign the final purchase agreement (SPA), which will be validated by the DLD, who can then issue a title deed. You're now the owner of your villa in Dubai!

Regulations and tax implications

When you buy your villa in Dubai, you won't have to pay any property tax or capital gains tax on resale. You will, however, have to pay notary fees to the Dubai Land Department (4% of the total purchase price). You'll also have to pay Municipality Fees. If you rent out your villa, which is unlikely, you won't have to pay any rental income tax either. Finally, a tax treaty signed between France and the United Arab Emirates avoids double taxation.

Prospects and innovations in the villa sector

Future real estate projects

In the future, theEmirate of Dubai plans to design and launch a number of new projects, particularly in up-and-coming neighborhoods such as Dubai Islands and Palm Jebel Ali. These are neighborhoods whose villa communities will be built around a simple project, combining technology and sustainable development. While it's hard to say what Emaar, Nakheel, Danube or Damac have in store for us in the months and years ahead, one thing is certain: Dubai has chosen its path.

By 2050, the Emirate plans to become one of the world leaders, if not the world leader, in terms of carbon footprint and energy consumption. As a result, all the most eco-responsible materials will probably be used by developers to achieve these ambitious goals, but also and above all, to meet the expectations of investors who are increasingly keen to turn to products that correspond to their expectations and values.

How to choose the villa of your dreams?

Advice for future homeowners and investors

We've mentioned it briefly, but if you're looking to buy a villa in Dubai, two things are essential: take your time and get the right people to help you. There are many projects underway and just as many to come. Maybe you'll find what you're looking for in a development that hasn't yet been announced by the biggest local developers!

Secondly, you should always take someone with you. Buying a home in Dubai is not like buying one in France. The Emirate has its own codes, and you'll have no choice but to abide by them. To make sure you don't get taken for a ride, that you don't make a mistake and that you get the property of your dreams, it's a good idea to use a real estate agency.

At Dubai Immo, you'll find all the support you need. Our teams put their knowledge and expertise of the market at your disposal, so that you can buy your villa in the best possible conditions. From A to Z, we're with you every step of the way. So don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like more information.

Buying guides and useful information

You'll find a selection of villas on our dedicated page. We work with serious developers and select projects according to well-established internal criteria. The projects you'll find on our platform are the ones we believe in the most.

Feel free to browse and discover them by reading the descriptions. You can also download our brochure. On request, our teams will get back to you as soon as possible, with all the information you may need. In the meantime, you can start thinking about ..: