Raya at Arabian Ranches 3 is a premium residential project by Emaar Properties, featuring a collection of modern 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses. These homes are designed with high-end finishes and floor-to-ceiling windows to allow for plenty of natural light. Each townhouse includes a private garden, a terrace, and a dedicated maid’s room, making them ideal for growing families. now in April 2026, the project is nearing its final stages of construction, as the community continues to develop into a premier living destination.
This project is a strong choice for investors due to its impressive 6.8% to 7.2% average rental yield and a steady 11% to 13% annual capital appreciation. Located strategically between Emirates Road and Academic Road, Raya offers quick connectivity, being just 10 minutes from Global Village and 20 minutes from Downtown Dubai. Residents also enjoy world-class amenities within the 1,648-acre Arabian Ranches 3 master plan, including a 30,000 square meter Central Park, a signature Lazy River, and over 15 sports courts, ensuring a high-quality lifestyle and long-term value.
Arabian Ranches 3 is a massive, family-centric community by Emaar Properties, covering an impressive 1,648 acres (6.67 million square meters). This gated development is designed to house a vibrant population across more than 4,000 premium villas and townhouses, divided into 16 distinct sub-communities, including Sun, Joy, and Bliss. The project focuses on an active outdoor lifestyle, featuring a huge 30,000-square-meter Central Park, roughly the size of four football pitches. With five main entry points and 24/7 security, the community offers a safe, spacious environment that is already attracting families seeking a modern suburban retreat.
The Unique Selling Point (USP) of Arabian Ranches 3 is its incredible range of "first-of-its-kind" leisure facilities, including a 4-kilometre-long boulevard and a signature Lazy River. For sports enthusiasts, the community offers 15 full-size tennis courts, a cricket field, and a skate park, all of which are rare for residential neighbourhoods. It also made headlines for introducing Emaar’s first 3D-printed villa, showcasing future-ready construction technology. Strategically located between Emirates Road and Academic Road, it offers a perfect balance of luxury and connectivity, being just 10 minutes away from Global Village and 20 minutes from Downtown Dubai.
In terms of capital growth, the community has shown strong resilience, with annual appreciation rates ranging between 11% and 13% for townhouses and up to 15% for detached villas. This steady increase in property value happens because the neighborhood is growing fast and is located right on major roads like the E611. Since the last few homes will be finished by late 2026, there are not many left to buy. This low supply will likely push prices even higher. This makes it a great choice for investors who want to grow their money over a long time in a safe and stable area.
Before investing in Raya at Arabian Ranches 3, here are the key facts you should know. These points focus on the data and features that make this project a unique choice for families and investors.
Emaar's Raya offers 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses in two styles: Modern and Classic. Each floor plan features an open-layout living area, a private garden, a terrace, and a dedicated maid's room. These layouts are designed to maximize natural light and provide spacious, functional living for families.




Raya’s amenity story starts with the numbers: 240 townhouses inside a master community with a 30,000 sq.m Central Park, a 4 km boulevard, and 13 sub-communities sharing pools, clubhouses, sports courts, and retail. The community is built around outdoor living cricket pitches, skate parks, lazy rivers, splash pads, and cycling tracks form the daily infrastructure. Inside the Raya cluster, residents access a signature clubhouse, swimming pools, a gym, and a multipurpose hall. Beyond the gates, Global Village, IMG Worlds of Adventure, and Dubai Miracle Garden are all within 10 minutes. Schools, clinics, and retail sit inside or immediately adjacent to the community.
Arabian Ranches 3 sits in Dubailand, connected to the rest of Dubai via Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street. For families, schools and clinics are inside the community. For professionals, Downtown Dubai is 20 minutes, Dubai International Airport is 20 minutes, and JAFZA is 25 minutes by car. For investors, the location is strategic: Dubailand is one of Dubai’s designated growth corridors under the 2040 Urban Master Plan, with infrastructure upgrades including a future Global Village Metro Station planned across from the development. Property values in the area continue to climb as the community matures and handovers accelerate.
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 Raya is located inside Arabian Ranches 3, a gated community in Dubailand, Dubai. The project sits off Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, 5 minutes from Global Village and 20 minutes from Downtown Dubai. It is part of Emaar’s 4,000+ home master-planned community with direct access to Central Park and community amenities.
Raya offers 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses ranging from 1,877 to 2,354 sq.ft 240 units in total. Every home is single-row with two design options: Classic or Modern. All units include a private garden, maid’s room, covered garage, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Browse more townhouses in Arabian Ranches 3 on our community page.
To book a unit at Emaar Raya, you must pay a 10% down payment on the booking date. Additionally, a 4% DLD fee is typically required.
Raya follows an 10:80:10 construction-linked plan. You pay 10% on booking, then 10% at seven milestone dates during construction, and the final 10% on handover in Q3 2026. That spreads 80% of the purchase price across the construction period with only 10% required to secure your unit today.
Yes, Raya is perfect for families because it offers a safe, gated community with a 7.5-acre park and top-rated schools just 10 minutes away.
Residents enjoy a signature clubhouse that includes a modern gym and multiple swimming pools designed for both adults and children to relax and exercise.
Emaar Raya combines three investment fundamentals: a globally trusted developer (Emaar Properties, est. 1997), a proven community with 21–87% capital appreciation in early clusters, and entry pricing at around AED 1,499 per sq.ft with 5.4–5.9% gross rental yields. Add 0% capital gains tax, 0% income tax on rentals, and RERA escrow protection and the case writes itself. Explore more off-plan townhouses in Arabian Ranches 3 at dubaihousing-ae.com/our-communities/arabian-ranches-3.
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