A 7.5 acre Central Park. Two architectural styles. One of Emaar's most sought-after family communities. Emaar May is a collection of 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses at Arabian Ranches 3 in Dubailand, from AED 2.6 Million, available in Aria or Iris designs with private gardens, maid's rooms, and terrace access. With a 10:80:10 payment plan and Q3 2027 handover, the case for buying here now is stronger than it looks on paper.
EMAAR May is a 3 & 4 bedroom townhouse cluster within Emaar Properties' third phase of its landmark Arabian Ranches master community in Dubailand, positioned along Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Road. Emaar Properties, founded in 1997, is the developer of Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Downtown Dubai, and has been building in Arabian Ranches since 2004. May is the closest cluster to the entrance of Arabian Ranches 3, offering residents the fastest access to the primary road network while remaining within the gated community's green perimeter. The May cluster launched in Q2 2023 and is approximately 42% complete as of early 2025.
Arabian Ranches 3 spread 33 million sq.ft across Dubailand and is planned for over 4,000 villas and townhouses across multiple gated clusters, with no apartment towers or high-density development. At the community's heart is a 7.5-acre Central Park with a central plaza, cricket field, parkour course, skate park, jogging tracks, adventure zones, BBQ areas, and a gymnasium. A four-kilometre boulevard with a lazy river runs through the wider master plan. Fifteen sports courts and 32 community parks are spread across the clusters. Arabian Ranches 3 also borders the Arabian Ranches Golf Club, a championship 18-hole course that adds another green corridor to the community's western boundary.
3 bedroom townhouses in Arabian Ranches 3 deliver a gross rental yield of 6.8% annually, among the strongest in any Emaar villa community in Dubai. The starting price of AED 2.6 million for a 3-bedroom May unit is at the entry level for an Emaar-branded Arabian Ranches 3 townhouse, with capital appreciation of 20–30% already recorded between launch and current resale pricing in comparable AR3 clusters. All units exceed the AED 2 million threshold, qualifying buyers for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa. UAE property is subject to 0% capital gains tax and 0% income tax on rental income. Emaar's RERA escrow protection applies throughout the construction period.
EMAAR May is the final townhouse cluster in Arabian Ranches 3, so once inventory is sold out, no new supply will be released. The project is 42% complete with handover expected in Q3 2027. Its 10:80:10 payment plan allows 90% of the cost to be paid during construction, reducing upfront burden. 3 &4 bedroom units (Aria and Iris styles) are still available.
Emaar May at Arabian Ranches is rendering spacious sizes layouts that are planned and outlined. Each unit is skillfully crafted and showcases modern architecture as well as blended with the luxury specification which makes it more noticeable.
Emaar May is dedicatedly underlined with a range of world –class amenities that will surely cater to end-users' desires. On top of it, the community holds myriads of social amenities and renders you a complete satisfactory lifestyle. In terms of day-to-day needs, rarely you have to visit far because the community is already home to a range of retail options.
At Arabian Ranches 3 this luxury boom is located where it provides reachable distance to many prestigious locations and landmarks. Majorly, the area is brimmed with outstanding social amenities as well as an abundance of greenery which is the key point of the Arabian Ranches 3 community. This vibrant community is devoted to ease lifestyle and that it promises. Further, each mind-blowing discovery is just a few minutes away. Check out the connectivity below.
Content Reviewed By: Vikas Taneja-RERA Certified Broker (BRN: 82127), Honey Money Real Estates L.L.C. (ORN: 28658). Advising HNI and NRI buyers on Dubai off-plan and ready property, with direct transaction experience across Downtown Dubai, Dubai Creek Harbour, MBR City, Sobha Hartland, The Valley, and Dubailand communities.
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Emaar May is within Arabian Ranches 3, Dubailand, the third phase of Emaar's flagship villa community, positioned along Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Road. May is the cluster closest to the AR3 main entrance, 5 minutes from Global Village and 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport.
EMAAR May offers 3 bedroom townhouses (1,984 sq.ft) and 4-bedroom townhouses (2,452 sq.ft), all two-storey homes with private gardens, covered parking for two vehicles, terraces, and a maid's room. Each unit is available in one of two design styles: Aria (lighter contemporary palette) or Iris (warmer textured aesthetic).
You can secure a unit in Emaar May with 10% down. Starting prices begin at AED 2.6 million for a 3 bedroom townhouse. Contact the Dubai Housing team for current availability and to choose your preferred architectural style and floor plan configuration.
EMAAR May uses a milestone-linked 10:80:10 plan: 10% on booking, then staged payments tied to construction milestones from July 2023 through December 2026, and 10% on handover in Q3 2027. This spreads 90% of the purchase price across construction progress markers, with only 10% required upfront to secure the unit.
Emaar May is scheduled for handover in Q3 2027. Construction started in April 2024 and reached 42% completion as of early 2025, tracking toward the confirmed delivery date. Emaar Properties has a strong record of on-time delivery across all three phases of the Arabian Ranches community.
Yes, all units in Emaar May, starting from AED 2.4 million, exceed the AED 2 million threshold for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa. Both 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom townhouses qualify. The Golden Visa covers the buyer's spouse, children, and domestic staff. Confirm eligibility with the Dubai Housing team.
3 bedroom townhouses in Arabian Ranches 3 deliver a gross rental yield of 6.8% annually, with annual rental rates of AED 125,000–130,000. Comparable units in completed AR3 clusters have appreciated 20–30% since launch pricing. May is described as the final townhouse release in the community, a supply-constrained position that supports long-term capital value. UAE property carries 0% capital gains tax and 0% income tax
Limited Period: Free DLD Waiver on select units