Developer profile
Meraas
A neutral profile of Meraas: City Walk, Bluewaters Island, La Mer and its share in Dubai Hills Estate, with the checks to make on any Meraas property.
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- Associated with
- City Walk, Bluewaters Island, La Mer
- Partnership
- Joint developer of Dubai Hills Estate with Emaar
- Stock
- Mainly apartments, some villas and townhouses
- Group
- Part of the Dubai Holding group
Where Meraas has built
Meraas residences sit within its destinations: City Walk, Bluewaters Island and La Mer. Each combines homes with retail, dining or leisure. Meraas is also a partner with Emaar in Dubai Hills Estate. It is part of the Dubai Holding group.
What to check in a destination-led project
Living above or beside a retail and leisure destination brings convenience and visitors. Ask about noise, events, parking for residents and guests, and how access is controlled. Service charges can reflect shared infrastructure, so ask for the current Mollak figure, not an estimate. Our guide to understanding service charge budgets explains how to read the budget.
For new phases, confirm registration and escrow on Dubai REST before paying.
Who Meraas residences suit
These homes suit buyers and tenants who want to walk to restaurants, the beach or shops, and who accept more visitors and activity around them. Buyers who want a quiet residential setting may prefer a purely residential community. For family-focused living, compare the Dubai Hills Estate phases with the destination projects.
How MAR Real Estate helps
We can compare Meraas residences with nearby alternatives and help with viewings, offers and transfer. Meraas's name and trademarks belong to their owner. MAR Real Estate is an independent agency and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Meraas.
Questions people ask
Is Dubai Hills Estate a Meraas project?
Dubai Hills Estate is a joint development between Emaar and Meraas. Individual phases are marketed under specific brands, so check the developer of the building you are considering.
Are City Walk and Bluewaters freehold for foreigners?
Confirm the status of the specific building on Dubai REST or with DLD before you commit. Do not rely on a listing description.
Do Meraas residences have higher service charges?
Charges depend on the building and its shared facilities. Ask for the current Mollak figure and compare it with similar buildings nearby.

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