Is EMAAR Beachfront A Good Place To Live?

Emaar Beachfront is a 10 million square foot gated island community located within Dubai Harbour. The master plan comprises 27 residential towers that will house approximately 10,000 units. The architectural language uses a contemporary Miami style aesthetic.

These buildings feature clean lines and floor-to-ceiling glass facades. This design maximizes natural light and ensures residents have unobstructed views of the sea or the Dubai Marina skyline. The community is organized around podium decks that transition into the shoreline.

Connectivity is a primary focus for the community as it matures through 2026. The Roads and Transport Authority is currently completing a major infrastructure project to improve access. A 1,500 meter dual lane bridge is being constructed to connect Sheikh Zayed Road directly to Dubai Harbour at Interchange 5. This bridge will have a capacity of 6,000 vehicles per hour. It is expected to be finished by the third quarter of 2026.

This upgrade will reduce travel time from the mainland to the island from 12 minutes to 3 minutes. Prospective buyers can compare this connectivity to other districts in our guide to Palm Jumeirah.

The real estate market in this enclave shows high liquidity and demand. Branded residences play a major role in value preservation. Projects like Grand Bleu Tower involve designer Elie Saab while others are managed by Address Hotels + Resorts. These partnerships offer hotel-style services that attract high-net-worth tenants. Rental yields currently range between 5% and 7% for long-term tenancies. There is also significant potential for short-term holiday home income due to the private beach access. Investors should review our off-plan investment guide for further strategy.

Market Pricing Overview (2025/2026)

Lifestyle amenities mirror a five-star resort experience. The community features 1.5 km of private beach and over 1,400 berths in the marina. Residents have access to infinity pools with sea views and fitness centers. A 13,000 square meter lifestyle mall is integrated into the island boulevard to provide retail and dining options. This facility includes supermarkets and pharmacies to meet daily needs. For those interested in premium build quality, our Emaar Properties developer profile provides insight into their community standards.

Evaluating the community requires a balanced look at the daily living experience. While the area offers luxury, there are factors that end-users should consider.

Pros

• Exclusive access to a restricted 1.5 km private white-sand beach.
• High liquidity and potential for capital appreciation in a prime location.
• Reliable build quality and professional property management from Emaar.
• Strategic position between the major hubs of Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah.

Cons

• Ongoing construction noise and dust in clusters that are not yet finished.
• Proximity to Dubai Marina nightlife can cause bass noise disturbances late at night. You can explore nearby dining and entertainment in our Dubai Marina Area Guide.
• Lack of internal schools and hospitals requires a 12 to 15-minute drive to Al Sufouh.
• Some water stagnancy and sediment concerns in the inner basin near the marina.

Due to waterfront properties, the community is highly desirable amongst end-users as well as investors. And there are plenty of housing options such as apartments, penthouses, villas, and townhouses available in different sizes you can go with your choices. 

The demand for an apartment for sale is increasing and you can get approx. AED1.1M to AED 3.8M on a 1 bed beachfront apartment whose sizes range between 839 – 1,144 Sq.ft. 

• For 2 beds it will cost you  AED 2.2M -AED5.6M. 
• 3 bedroom apartment for sale will cost AED 3.4M -AED 8M
• 4-bed apartments will cost AED 7.5M -15M

Similarly, you will get a good rental price for a 1-bed apartment that starts from AED 110K. For a 2-bed apartment, it will cost you around AED 160K to AED 345K Yearly.