Palmera 1

About Palmera 1

Palmera 1 is a gated sub-community within Arabian Ranches in Dubai, characterised by quiet streets, mature landscaping and a family‑oriented atmosphere. Set on the eastern side of the master development near Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54) and Al Qudra Road (D63), it forms part of the Spanish‑inspired Palmera cluster by Emaar. Homes here are primarily two‑storey townhouses and villas in 2 to 4‑bed layouts, reflecting a Mediterranean aesthetic with stucco facades, archways and pitched, tiled roofs. Typical internal areas range from roughly 1,889 to about 4,250 sq ft, with layouts that commonly include open‑plan living spaces, en‑suite bedrooms and private gardens; many units also feature studies, maid’s rooms and covered parking. Day‑to‑day living is supported by community facilities such as adults’ and children’s swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds and barbecue areas, plus jogging and cycling paths threaded through landscaped parks. A small lake and pocket parks provide additional green space. Retail and services are close by at Arabian Ranches Retail Centre and the two‑level Ranches Souk, which host supermarkets, cafés, casual dining and everyday conveniences. Leisure options in the wider area include Arabian Ranches Golf Club and Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, both a short drive away, while IMG Worlds of Adventure, Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Autodrome are reachable within the surrounding corridor. Connectivity is a key draw. Al Qudra Road links swiftly to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Emirates Road (E611), facilitating access to major business districts. Public transport is limited; several community bus stops are within walking distance, but the nearest metro stations (around Mall of the Emirates and Umm Al Sheif) typically require a 15–20‑minute drive via Umm Suqeim Street. Education and healthcare are well covered nearby, with nurseries in the vicinity and established schools such as Jumeirah English Speaking School (Arabian Ranches), Ranches Primary School and GEMS Metropole in Motor City. Primary care is available at Mediclinic Arabian Ranches and Aster Clinic, while larger hospitals including King’s College Hospital Dubai, Saudi German Hospital and Al Zahra Hospital are accessible by car in approximately 20 minutes, traffic permitting. Overall, Palmera 1 suits residents seeking low‑rise, villa‑style living with community amenities and strong road links in a suburban, green setting.

149 villas: 100 two-beds of 814 to 2,439 sqft and 49 three-beds of 897 to 3,241 sqft. The service charge is AED 3.08 per sqft a year.

6 villas sold in the 12 months to March 2026, at a median of AED 1,983 per sqft. Most of the trading is in two-beds: 3 of the 6 sales, at AED 4,850,000 to 6,200,000, which is why the typical sale sits below the price of its larger homes. 15 rental contracts were registered over the same 12 months, at a typical AED 200,000 a year.

Developer

Emaar

Completed

2008

Villas

149

Villa types

2-bed to 3-bed