Villas and houses for sale in The Lakes

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The Lakes Real Estate Market Trends

Last update: 31 July 2026
Median Price
7 200 000 AED
19.5% YoY
Median price per m² (sqm)
23 427 AED
6.9% YoY
Average price
7 541 666 AED
13.6% YoY
Minimal Price
5 800 000 AED
20.8% YoY
Most expensive listing
10 200 000 AED
-24.4% YoY
Median Size
351 m²
Minimal Size
204 m²
Maximum size
475 m²
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DETAILED MARKET INSIGHTS
Key Indicators Dubai The Lakes Difference
Median Price 3 260 860 AED 7 200 000 AED + 3 939 140 AED (120.8%)
Median price per m² (sqm) 19 069 AED 23 427 AED + 4 358 AED (22.9%)
Average price 4 389 553 AED 7 541 666 AED + 3 152 113 AED (71.8%)
Minimal Price 23 100 AED 5 800 000 AED + 5 776 900 AED (25,008.2%)
Most expensive listing 115 000 000 AED 10 200 000 AED - 104 800 000 AED (-91.1%)
Median Size 173 m² 351 m² + 178 m² (102.9%)
Minimal Size 21 m² 204 m² + 183 m² (871.4%)
Largest Unit 3 743 m² 475 m² + 472 m² (15,733.3%)
Number of transactions 8303 18 - 8 285 (-99.8%)
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Villas for sale in The Lakes

Villas in The Lakes for investment and living are located in a gated community developed by Emaar Properties in the elite district of Emirates Living. Divided into 6 themed zones, the area is adjacent to First Al Khail Street and borders the Montgomerie and Emirates Golf Courses. Houses for sale in The Lakes with an average area of 195 to 880 sq. m, 3 to 6 bedrooms, spacious balconies, private pools and gardens will be built in 12 layouts. The main advantages of The Lakes include the presence of lakes and beaches, numerous well-maintained parks, proximity to the seafront and key areas of Dubai.

The community has access to the city's main highway, Sheikh Zayed Road. It is 10–15 minutes to Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, 10 minutes to Dubai Media City and half an hour to DXB International Airport. The Mall of the Emirates shopping centre, with its many shops and markets, is within 15 minutes’ drive. For those who prefer public transport, the metro is available: Sobha Realty and Al Khail stations are within 5–7 minutes’ drive.

The Lakes offers all the amenities for comfortable living. Supermarkets, restaurants, beauty salons, The Lakes Club community centre and the Raffles Early Childhood Centre kindergarten are all on site. Within 10 minutes’ drive are the Dubai British School, which offers a British curriculum, and the GEMS Dubai American Academy, which operates under the American system. Sports facilities include:

  • Swimming pool;
  • Basketball court;
  • Football pitch;
  • Outdoor gym;
  • Tennis and squash courts.

Villa prices in The Lakes, UAE, depend on their area, number of bedrooms, the presence of a private pool and garden. At the time of writing, the price ranges found in the listings are as follows:

  • 3 bedroom – from AED 4.5 million ($1.2 million);
  • 4 bedrooms – from AED 6 million ($1.6 million);
  • 5 bedrooms – from AED 11 million ($3 million);
  • 6 bedrooms – from AED 16 million ($4.36 million).

It is worth bearing in mind that the cost of villas in The Lakes can increase, so it is advisable to check the price directly with the agent before making a purchase.

Investment houses in The Lakes

The option to buy a house in The Lakes for foreigners is a reliable way to generate income from investment in property in Dubai. Its convenient location close to the city centre and the sea, combined with a high level of security, makes the community an attractive place for expatriates and tourists. The cost of investment villas in The Lakes is expected to continue to rise over time, which is a long-term trend in the emirate. The average price per sq. m of villas in Dubai area increased by 24% by 2023.

Buying villas in The Lakes is possible with the intention of selling it later at a higher price. This investment strategy can yield short-term returns. There will always be interested buyers for villas in The Lakes as Dubai's population and tourist flow increases.

Another popular option is to rent out the property. The highest return on investment is for 3-bedroom homes, which is 6.6% per annum, while 4- and 6-bedroom villas have returns of 4.3% and 4.1% respectively.

It is profitable to buy a villa in The Lakes for expats

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