Arabian Ranches

Arabian Ranches, more commonly known as ‘The Ranches’ is a premium villa community in Dubai. Developed by Emaar Properties, it is known for its desert-themed aesthetic and lush green landscapes. This well-established neighbourhood sprawls over 6.5 million sq. m. and features around 15 gated sub-communities, offering villas with golf and lake views. Moreover, residents enjoy access to top-tier amenities including the Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, schools and mosques, as well as retail outlets and dining options at the Arabian Ranches Community Centre. With its picturesque setting and upscale living experience, Arabian Ranches is counted among the most beautiful villa communities in Dubai.

In a Nutshell

  • A self-contained gated development by Emaar
  • A family-centric and pet-friendly neighbourhood
  • Home to Dubai Polo Equestrian and Club
  • Convenient road and transport links to the rest of Dubai
  • One of the popular golf communities in Dubai with villas and townhouses

Community overview

Spread over 1,650 acres, the Arabian Ranches community attracts professional couples and families from all over the world as it is a freehold area in Dubai. The neighbourhood feels a world away from the rest of the emirate, nestled in lush, green, family-friendly tranquillity. Completely landscaped, all the different enclaves feature swimming pools, kids’ play areas, sports courts and parks. It is also quite convenient for pet owners to find a home here as it is one of the few pet-friendly neighbourhoods in Dubai. These different factors make living in The Ranches a suburban dream.

Properties in Arabian Ranches

As one of the suburban neighbourhoods in Dubai, there are over 4,000 beautiful homes in Arabian Ranches, architecturally inspired by Mediterranean, Arabia,n and Spanish designs. The villas and townhouses come in a range of layouts and styles with private parking and lawns or in the case of several larger villas, their private pools.

Deciding to move to Arabian Ranches Dubai can be overwhelming, as the houses here are spread across 15 different sub-communities. These include: Aseel, Al Reem, Alvorada, Alma, Al Mahra, Mirador, Saheel, Savannah, Palmera, Terra Nova,

Further, the luxury communities include Hattan, Mirador La Coleccian, La Avenida, Golf Homes and Polo Homes. Not only within Arabian Ranches Area, Mirador La Coleccian is a coveted sub-community in Dubai with a range of Spanish villas on offer. It includes 45 units facing the golf course while the rest overlook the community parks. Similarly, the residential properties in Hattan and La Avenida include luxury 4 to 5-bed villas and townhomes.

Moreover, there are exclusive Golf Homes for those looking for luxury villas set within the championship golf course. This cluster includes 18 villas further divided in three based on the covered area and architectural theme. These include 7,000 sq. ft. Hacienda villas, 8,270 sq. ft. Castilla and Suncadia villas spanning across 9,000 sq. ft. Counted as part of the Ranches, Polo Homes are built around the Polo Club dotted across Al Qudra Road (D63). The cluster features 5 to 7-bedroom expansive mansions spanning over 7,000 sq. ft.

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