Dubai Marina Community Guide

About Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina is one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods in Dubai. This waterfront community boasts skyscrapers, hotels and luxury apartments, a range of restaurants, entertainment facilities, cruise tours and shopping avenues. At a prime location in the city, Dubai Marina is well-connected via major road routes and metro links. The area offers all the conveniences at a hand’s length including grocery stores, medical facilities and retail centres.

Facilities and landmarks in Dubai Marina

Most importantly, Dubai Marina consistently ranks as the most popular area for buying luxury apartments in Dubai as per the Dubai Annual Sales Report by Bayut for 2024.

In A Nutshell

Home to over 200 luxurious residential towers including the distinctive Cayan Tower Predominantly a vertical community, but also features villas Offers luxurious waterfront lifestyle and views from most apartments A wide range of hotels and hotel apartments available Home to a shopping mall, promenade and many popular restaurants Popular among tourists for cruise tours, beach activities and retail therapy home

Community Overview


Dubai Marina is a meticulously-planned community with a wide network of roads and transportation and a picturesque marina with luxury yachts. It is a true testament to the master developer, Emaar Properties, who turned a 3.5 km strip of shoreline into a 6,452,391 sq. ft. modern neighbourhood that offers a chic Riviera-style lifestyle. A pivotal feature of this multi-purpose neighbourhood is the large canal stretching over 3.5 km and giving access to the sea on both ends. Potential buyers and tenants can choose from a range of luxurious apartments in high-rise buildings, set against the gorgeous backdrop of the marina.

As per the sourced data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD), over 14,500 rental transactions for properties in Dubai Marina were made in the last 12 months. At the same time, over 4,600 sales transactions for properties in Dubai Marina were made.

Properties in Dubai Marina


There are more than 200 residential towers in Dubai Marina, each offering spectacular views of the city and the harbour. Undoubtedly, the community is known as the ‘tallest block in the world’ and many of its buildings are part of Dubai’s iconic skyline. The area offers residents a vibrant community lifestyle. It is geared towards apartment living, although there are some podium villas to pique the interest of investors looking for houses for sale in Dubai Marina.

Apartments for sale in Dubai Marina


A stunning collection of residential towers
Rental apartments vary from studios, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments, to luxurious penthouses with 5 or more bedrooms. These apartments come with a spacious living area, fitted kitchen and an en-suite bathroom with bedrooms. Other features include a maid’s room, powder room and a balcony. The shared facilities of apartment buildings generally include fitness centre, parking area and security and concierge services.

Apertments To Rent In Dubai Marina


The community at a glimpse
As for villas, these are available in 2 to 6-bedroom layouts with an area ranging between 2,450 sq. ft. to 9,600 sq. ft. These villas are usually on the podium level of apartment buildings featuring a spacious living room, a well-equipped kitchen, a maid’s room with bathroom, powder room and a storage space. Parking facility and rooftop terrace are other features of these villas.

Rental Trends in Dubai Marina

There is a wide range of properties available for rent in Dubai Marna including apartments, villas and penthouses.

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