Property in Palm Jumeirah
Beachfront villas, apartments and branded residences on Dubai's best-known island, one of the city's most sought-after freehold addresses.
Why buyers look at Palm Jumeirah
Private beach access
Most frond villas and many apartment buildings have their own stretch of beach, which is rare anywhere else in Dubai.
A global address
Palm Jumeirah is recognised worldwide, which keeps demand strong from end users, holiday-home guests and international buyers.
Limited land
The island is almost fully built, so new supply is scarce and mostly comes from a handful of luxury and branded projects.
Palm Jumeirah at a Glance
Palm Jumeirah is Nakheel's palm-shaped island off the Jumeirah coast, made up of the Trunk, the Fronds and the outer Crescent. Villas line the Fronds, apartment buildings sit along the Trunk and the Golden Mile, and hotels and resorts, including Atlantis The Palm, occupy the Crescent. It is a designated freehold area, so foreign buyers can own property outright.
With very little land left, most homes here are bought on the resale market. New launches are mainly ultra-luxury and branded residences, so buyers looking for off-plan villas by the sea often also compare Nakheel's newer Palm Jebel Ali.
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Who Palm Jumeirah Suits
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Families wanting a beach villa
Who want a frond villa with a garden and private beach, close to schools in Al Sufouh and Dubai Marina.
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Holiday-home investors
Looking for short-stay income from tourists, which needs a holiday-home permit from Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism.
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Luxury and branded-residence buyers
Looking for hotel-style services, sea views and a recognised name, often as a second home.
Buying in Palm Jumeirah: What to Check
- Where on the island
- Trunk, Frond and Crescent homes differ a lot in views, beach access, privacy and traffic
- Beach and view
- Check whether the beach is private or shared, and which way the unit or villa faces
- Service charges
- Beachfront buildings and branded residences can carry some of the highest charges in Dubai
- Condition and upgrades
- Older frond villas and early Trunk buildings may need renovation, so budget for it
Off-plan supply on Palm Jumeirah is limited to a few luxury launches, so we usually show buyers ready homes alongside nearby new projects.
Living in Palm Jumeirah
The Palm Monorail runs along the Trunk to Atlantis, and the island connects to Sheikh Zayed Road through its main entrance near Dubai Internet City. Nakheel Mall, The Pointe and the hotels on the Crescent cover dining and shopping. Most residents drive, and the Trunk can get busy at peak times and weekends.
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Buying in Palm Jumeirah: Common Questions
Still have questions? We're happy to walk you through any project or building.
Ask Us DirectlyCan foreigners buy property on Palm Jumeirah?
Yes. Palm Jumeirah is a designated freehold area, so foreign nationals can buy villas and apartments outright, whether or not they live in the UAE.
Are there off-plan projects on Palm Jumeirah?
A few. The island is almost fully built, so new launches are mainly ultra-luxury and branded residences. Buyers who want an off-plan villa by the sea often also compare Palm Jebel Ali. We can tell you what is currently available.
Can I rent out my Palm Jumeirah home short-term?
Yes, with a holiday-home permit from Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, as long as the building or community rules allow it. Check this before you buy if short-stay income is your plan.
Tell us your budget and whether you want a villa or an apartment, and we'll shortlist Palm homes, including ones that aren't advertised.