Dubai Marina market overview
1,700 properties have been listed for sale in Dubai Marina over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 92% are verified and 80% are listed by SuperAgents.
Median price
3.7M
Price range
550K - 126.0M
Dubai Marina
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Based on 12 community and 1101 building reviews
What you need to know about Dubai Marina
It doesn’t get better than the Dubai Marina if you want to live in one of the city’s most stylish neighborhoods. It is a high-rise district home to residential and serviced apartments and hotel towers offering an array of entertainment venues and restaurants.
Established in 2003, Dubai Marina is a man-made canal city built along a 3 km stretch of the Arabian Gulf’s shoreline. Developed by the reputable Emaar Properties, it quickly became one of Dubai’s most luxurious neighborhoods.
It lies along a canal surrounded by yachts and framed by some of Dubai’s highest skyscrapers. It’s known as the ‘Tallest Block in the World’, as it is home to many of its tallest residential buildings. Many of these skyscrapers feature stunning waterfront views, making Dubai Marina one of the most popular areas for renting and buying luxurious apartments.
Moreover, Dubai Marina is within walking distance of the iconic leisure and residential hub of Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). JBR was developed by Dubai Properties and contains 40 towers with a capacity of 15,000 people. It is known for its beach, restaurants, nightlife, and sand-colored JBR residential complex.
Another prestigious development in Dubai Marina is Dubai Harbour, a seafront district developed by Meraas with a 120,000 sqm cruise facility that can berth up to 700 boats and yachts. It lies at the intersection of Palm Jumeirah and Bluewaters Island and contains a variety of residential buildings and dining and leisure facilities.
Key Facts
- One of the most iconic areas in Dubai
- Popular Tourist Destination
- Waterfront Community
- High-rise apartments with sea views
- Highly attractive to investors
- Access to 2 metro stations and a tram
- Known as the ‘Tallest Block in the World’
- Premier destination for yachting and waterfront activities
- Many leisure facilities like JBR beach, Marina Walk & Dubai Marina Mall
A look around Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina market insights
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Properties available
3,653
Added in last 30 days
1,700
Verified properties
92%
Listed by superagent
80%
Firas Hamed
7,150,000 AEDMarina and Sea View | Luxurious 4BR | High Floor
4
4
2,410 sqft
Apartment
Marina Shores, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Anirudh Saha
2,300,000 AED02 Series | Marina View | Upgraded and Tenanted
1
1
945 sqft
Apartment
Al Sahab 2, Al Sahab, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Amin Labioui
2,480,000 AEDBest Priced | High Floor | Partial View
1
2
791 sqft
Apartment
Jumeirah Living Marina Gate, Marina Gate, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Transactions in Dubai Marina
- 24 Dec 2024Ready275,500,000 AED(6830.64 per sqft)Al Zarooni Building Block A
Dubai Marina
Apartment
40332.98 sqft
- 9 Jul 2024Ready240,000,000 AED(9759.29 per sqft)Pelagos by IGO
Dubai Marina
Apartment
24591.96 sqft
- 10 Nov 2023Ready360,000,000 AED(9554.90 per sqft)Six Senses Residences
Dubai Marina
Apartment
37676.99 sqft
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Dubai Marina.
See all TransactionsDaily convenience and lifestyle
Dubai Marina is located along Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) at Interchange 5, between Jebel Ali Port and the areas that contain Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, and the American University in Dubai. It’s also close to Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT), Dubai Internet City, and Palm Jumeirah. Bus lines 84 and F55A operate within the area, providing convenient public transport access to and from Dubai Marina. Most residential towers offer dedicated covered parking. Public parking is available in certain areas, and paid parking zones are along the Marina Walk and near major attractions. Restaurants usually provide valet parking services for customers.
Restaurants in Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina has 9 coffee shops, 13 restaurants and 5 fast food venues within a 1 km radius
Lifestyle fit & resident profile
Lifestyle compatibility
Top renter nationalities
- United Kingdom14%
- India11%
- Egypt6%
- Russia5%
Schools near Dubai Marina
Average annual fees
50,786
Number of schools in the area
11 schools within 5 km
Most common curriculum
UK
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates International School Meadows | International Baccalaureate - International Baccalaureate (1 | 29K–86K | 2.3 km | Very good |
| Icademy Middle East Fz.Llc | American | 20K–28K | 3.5 km | Not inspected yet |
| Queen Elizabeth's School L.L.C | UK - UK* - UK/BTEC | 3.7 km | Not inspected yet | |
| Regent International Private School L.L.C | UK | 49K–104K | 3.8 km | Very good |
| Dubai British School | UK | 53K–80K | 4.0 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai International Academy L.L.C | International Baccalaureate - International Baccalaureate (1 | 45K–80K | 4.1 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai British School Jumeirah Park | UK | 46K–112K | 4.2 km | Outstanding |
| The Winchester School - DUBAI BRANCH | UK | 15K–33K | 4.5 km | Very good |
| Delhi Private School L.L.C | Indian | 11K–16K | 4.5 km | Very good |
| The International School of Choueifat | SABIS (UK/US) | 22K–42K | 4.7 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai College | UK | 97K–110K | 4.8 km | Outstanding |
Getting around Dubai Marina
Public transport access
DMCC •1.15 Km
Sobha Realty •1.47 Km
Al Fardan Exchange •3.48 Km
Car access
Pier 7, valet parking •4.51 Km
Crown Plaza Hotel (Swiss Valet Parking) •3.63 Km
Dubai Marina Mall, paid parking •81.1 m
What Residents say about Dubai Marina
Yosef K.
Dubai Marina is a beautiful place with amazing waterfront views, great restaurants, and a lively atmosphere. It's perfect for a walk, relaxing, or enjoying the city skyline.
Yosef K.
Dubai Marina is one of the best communities in Dubai
Ahmed O.
Dubai Marina is generally a great community; however, commute-wise, it is extremely difficult. Going in and out of the Marina is not necessarily the easiest commute. Additionally, because of the tram, you will encounter a lot of traffic lights. Let alone the fact that it is known for being a tourist community, it gets extremely busy during the winter months, starting in November and lasting until February. If you understand the pros and cons of it.
Gomathy D.
Dubai Marina has both residential and commercial buildings and offices. Most of the popular companies are located in Dubai Marina. It has people from all around the world, you could experience different culture. Dubai Marina is good for relaxing around the water in cafes and restaurants. It is nearby to Marina mall, Nakheel mall, Palm Jumeriah, JLT, Blue water Island and JBR. Metro, tram and bus facilities are available. Not much parks for the kids to play but most of the residential buildings has swimming pool and play areas. Nice view of ships and cruise around. Views are amazing from the balconies of most of the buildings. Main tech hubs are situated here. People who wish to have peaceful, greenery place might not like this busy area.
Hamzah K.
Very lively and vibrant area! The Marina Walk/Promenade is the highlight of this community, with beautiful walking path along the marina harbour. This community has great restaurants across all cuisines. Weather gets windy during evening (non-summer months). Ample places for families to stroll, walk and enjoy. Lived here since a more than a year and absolutely loved it. Traffic can be a challenge during peak hours. Marina also offers great connectivity across tram, metro and bus. The community is very diverse with residents (and tourists) from all over the globe which adds to unique touch. Highlight recommended for young professionals and new families
Donna M.
Dubai Marina delivers on its promise of a vibrant, walkable lifestyle. The buzz of the neighbourhood is great - there's always energy, whether you're heading out for a morning coffee or an evening stroll. The Marina Walk is a genuine highlight, and the sheer variety of restaurants, cafés and shops on your doorstep is hard to beat. For anyone who wants convenience and a lively atmosphere, it genuinely delivers. The downsides are real though. Traffic can be seriously frustrating, particularly at peak hours, and the ongoing roadworks have added another layer of congestion that tests your patience. The neighbourhood can also tip into feeling overcrowded at weekends and during busier periods - which, depending on your mood, can make it feel less like a community and more like a tourist hotspot. Overall, a great place to live if you embrace the energy - just factor in the commute.
Vida Residences Dubai Marina
Anonymous
Love the building, Zack Rothman helped me find the best one. Joel the manager is great, and one of the best pools in the area. Nicole at the cafe is great. Overall super place to live
Silverene Tower B
Anonymous
There is constant construction in this building. In the three years I've lived here, there's been an apartment renovation into an Airbnb or a facilities upgrade happening every month. Building management keeps telling me it will stop, but it never does. I initially assumed that once everything was finished, no new work would be needed for years but that hasn't been the case either. The elevators have been redone twice since I moved in, as have the common areas. All the apartments are aging and have recurring issues (water heaters, etc.), so repairs are constant. I'm moving at the end of the month to a newer tower where apartments don't need this level of work.
MAG 218
Aurelia P.
Great Tower compare to many other towers near by in Marina. No sharing apartments with bad activities and weird people on the reception. Very nice facilities which are very well maintained although tower is not brand new. Stuff are supper helpful and always there to help or guide you. Easy access to SHZR. Leaves a great impression after visiting it.
Jumeirah Living Marina Gate
Anonymous
Though its look noisy in the lower ground level residential levels it’s peaceful and building is safe sand maintained well. Stuffs of the building are helpful always ..it s convenient place for a new comer and long staying g guest
Sulafa Tower
Anonymous
The building management has changed and since it has undergone incredible renovation, the gym is one of the largest gym's I've seen in an apartment building. The pool is very nicely sized however it doesn't get much sunlight as it is covered. The new management has cracked down on sharing apartments significantly which has enhanced the resident profile and many investors have bought and renovated the apartments to further enhance the profile of the residents in the building. It's very clean and in a perfect location. Accessing and and leaving the building is very easy ..however guests may struggle with parking.
The Jewel Tower B
Lukman L.
The Jewels apartments are HUGE & very well built. 3 metre high ceilings. Marble floors. Solid concrete walls & double glazed windows. Situated right at the southern end of the Marina it has excellent entry & exit points to SZR by Marina standards. It also has direct park & waterfront marina access & is a 2min stroll the JBR, the beach, BlueWaters & the tram. Beautiful walks in all directions & endless dining & shopping options. The Jewels is a very unique building, well managed & much loved by its residents.
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Anonymous
a month ago
4 answers
- Prices & Investment
Should I rent out my Dubai Marina apartment long-term or short-term?
I own an apartment in Dubai Marina and trying to decide between long-term and short-term rental. What are you seeing in terms of returns for each right now?
Ali Hail
7 answers
Featured answer
Long term is better at the moment, for short term we expect that it picks up by end of September, I would say to avoid risks put on long term if right price and tenant found
3 days ago
Anonymous
a month ago
3 answers
- Prices & Investment
What are the best buildings for buying a property in Dubai Marina?
Considering investment
Ali Hail
7 answers
Featured answer
High ROI prospective, Marina Diamonds , Manchester tower, sulafa tower , Marina crown
3 days ago
Anonymous
a month ago
3 answers
- Transport
- Properties & Buildings
Which towers should I live in to avoid Dubai Marina traffic?
The traffic in Marina can be rough. Are there specific towers or parts of the area where it's easier to get in and out without getting stuck?
Nick Lee
5 answers
Featured answer
5242 by Emaar. This is without doubt the best building in Marina if you want to avoid any traffic. It’s the only building in Marina, where you can drive in and out of Marina without having to stop. Direct access from Sheikh Zayed Road via the Bluewaters road and when exiting, theres a slip road which takes you straight back onto Sheikh Zayed Road.
14 days ago
Anonymous
3 months ago
2 answers
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Which buildings in Dubai Marina are good to live in?
Need your honest view
Nick Lee
5 answers
Featured answer
Marina Gate 1, 2 & Jumeirah Living Marina Gate. The best all-round option in Marina. Excellent build quality, modern facilities, direct Marina Walk access, easy access in and out of Marina.
2 months ago
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Most of the properties in Dubai Marina are apartments, although a few villas are available on the podium levels of residential buildings. Dubai Marina has consistently been one of the top areas for buying properties in Dubai. In 2025, it was the third most popular area for buying apartments in Dubai, according to Property Finder's 2025 Market Watch report.
There's a wide range of towers with luxurious properties of various sizes to suit your needs, most of which offer stunning Marina views.
Residents enjoy modern layouts, floor-to-ceiling windows with marina or sea views, and access to premium amenities, including swimming pools, gyms, and dedicated covered parking. Many buildings also offer concierge services, children's play areas, and dedicated parking, and numerous apartments include balconies, maid's rooms, and guest bathrooms.
Apartments in Dubai Marina include studios, 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments. Studio apartments typically range between 400 to 600 sq. ft., while 1-bedroom units cover 700 to 1,000 sq. ft. Larger options, such as 3- and 4-bedroom apartments, can extend up to 3,000 sq. ft.
Residents enjoy modern layouts, floor-to-ceiling windows with marina or sea views, and access to premium amenities, including swimming pools, gyms, and dedicated covered parking. Many buildings also offer concierge services, children's play areas, and dedicated parking. Many apartments include balconies, maid’s rooms, and guests’ bathrooms.
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For those looking for a more luxurious lifestyle among the clouds, penthouses in Dubai Marina provide expansive layouts, exquisite finishes, and breathtaking views from top floors. These properties typically feature 3-5 bedrooms, with sizes ranging from 3,000 to 10,000 sq. ft.
Penthouses are designed for exclusivity, boasting private terraces, rooftop pools, and panoramic skyline views. Many come with private elevators, smart home systems, and premium kitchen appliances. Situated in skyscrapers, these properties offer unparalleled privacy and access to five-star facilities.
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Though less common, villas in Dubai Marina provide an alternative for those who prefer a home with more space and privacy. These properties range from 2 to 5-bedroom units, typically offering between 2,450 and 9,600 sq. ft. of space.
Most villas are located on the podium level of some residential towers. They include private gardens and spacious terraces. Residents also benefit from shared amenities like gyms and swimming pools, making them an ideal choice for families seeking a balance between waterfront living and suburban comfort.
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Frequently asked questions
Dubai Marina is one of the city's most iconic waterfront communities, known for its luxury high-rises, vibrant promenade, and yacht-filled canal. It combines upscale living with direct dining, shopping, and leisure access, making it a top choice for residents and tourists.
Yes, Dubai Marina is a public area with free access to the Marina Walk, promenade, and general surroundings. You can stroll along the waterfront, dine at cafés, or enjoy the views without any entry fees.
Absolutely. Dubai Marina is designed with a pedestrian-friendly promenade that stretches around the entire canal. It’s ideal for walking, jogging, or cycling, with benches, shaded spots, and scenic views of the skyline and yachts.
Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) are neighboring communities, but not the same. Dubai Marina is built around an artificial canal, while JBR is a beachfront development along The Walk. They’re often grouped due to their proximity and shared lifestyle appeal.