Based on 2 community and 33 building reviews
The Greens is a low-rise residential community by Emaar, with 40 buildings arranged across 10 apartment complexes along First Al Khail Street in central Dubai. It sits next to Barsha Heights and The Views, and Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City are both just minutes away. That mix gives you a quieter, tree-lined address without pushing you far from the city's main office hubs.
Inside the community, the pace feels slower than the nearby high-rise districts. Walkways run past shaded gardens, a central lake, and small pocket parks, so the setting feels more residential than corporate.
The Greens is divided into 10 named clusters: Al Sidir, Al Nakheel, Al Arta, Al Samar, Al Alka, Al Ghaf, Al Jaz, Al Thayyal, Al Dhafra, and Al Ghozlan. Each one has four low-rise buildings grouped around shared pools, gyms, and play areas. The community also includes The Onyx by Ishraqah, a newer mixed-use complex that brought in a residential tower, a commercial tower, and the Zabeel House by Jumeirah hotel in 2017.
Daily life tends to center around The Greens Souk. It has a supermarket, cafes, salons, and the everyday services most residents use regularly. Families and working professionals tend to choose The Greens for the same reason: it makes daily life easy. Parents have schools inside the community, and are all within about 10 to 15 minutes by car. If you work in Media City or Internet City, the commute is usually about 5 minutes by car. Pet owners also get something practical here, with a genuinely pet-friendly setup that includes a dedicated dog park and shaded walking paths.
The Greens is part of the wider Emirates Living master community, which also includes The Views, The Meadows, The Springs, Emirates Hills, and The Lakes. Ownership is freehold and open to foreign buyers, which has helped keep the area popular with both end users and long-term investors.
Prices of properties for sale in Greens range from AED 850K to AED 5M, with a median of AED 1.6M. A total of 185 listings are available. 123 properties have been listed for sale in Greens over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 99% are verified and 76% are listed by SuperAgents.
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Al Arta 3, Al Arta, Greens, Dubai
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Al Ghozlan 4, Al Ghozlan, Greens, Dubai
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Al Sidir 3, Al Sidir, Greens, Dubai
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Al Sidir 3, Al Sidir, Greens, Dubai
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Al Dhafra 4, Al Dhafra, Greens, Dubai
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Al Dhafra 4, Al Dhafra, Greens, Dubai
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Al Dhafra 4, Al Dhafra, Greens, Dubai
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Al Alka 1, Al Alka, Greens, Dubai
303 sale transactions were recorded in Greens over the past 12 months, marking a 27.7% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Greens.
See all TransactionsDaily errands are simple in The Greens. The walkable center is anchored by The Greens Souk and Choithrams, and there's also a Carrefour Market just around the corner. Coffee shops, salons, clinics, and a full-size supermarket are all within a few minutes on foot.
If you need to go farther, Dubai Internet City Metro Station is under five minutes away by car. The shaded walkways help too. Even quick errands feel easy here, and many residents don't need to leave the community for daily basics.
If coffee matters, The Greens does well on that front. Caketealicious is roughly a three-minute walk away and works for a quick coffee and cake stop. Caribou is another option at about a three-minute walk if you want to switch it up.
For a longer sit-down break, Illy cafe is under six minutes on foot. French Bakery and Yomies are about an eight-minute walk away and make sense for pastries or a light morning bite. If you want something familiar, Starbucks is a two-minute drive on Al Nabt 1 street, while Zaatar W Zeit is under a two-minute drive for Lebanese comfort food.
The Greens sits near a school corridor with a strong British leaning, plus a smaller Indian curriculum presence and more options in Al Barsha and Dubai Media City. Families here usually compare three to four schools within a short drive. Annual fees generally run from around AED 25,000 at the value end to roughly AED 95,000 at the premium British schools nearby.
Many families start with Regent International Private School. It's within the community and offers the British Curriculum. The school sits in the very good KHDA band, and fees usually fall in the AED 49,000 to 104,000 range.
Another nearby option is American School Dubai in Al Barsha 1, reachable in under ten minutes by car. It runs the American curriculum and has a good KHDA rating, and fees of roughly AED 61,000 to 89,000. For families who want one American academic pathway from FS1 to Year 13, that continuity is a big advantage.
Icademy Middle East in nearby Dubai Knowledge Park is roughly a seven-minute drive from The Greens. It offers an American curriculum and generally charges AED 20,000 to 28,000. That makes it a strong fit for families aiming for American academic pathways.
The only kindergarten option within the community is Gardenia Nursery in Emaar Business Park, and Jumeirah International Nurseries is another option just across the neighborhood within Emirates Living. Chubby Cheeks Nursery in Barsha Heights takes children from around 1 to 4 years and follows the EYFS framework. British Orchard Nursery is in Dubai Media City and also covers the 1- to 4-year-old age range, using a mix of British and play-based approaches.
For higher education, Knowledge Park and Dubai Internet City are both a short drive away, about 5 to 10 minutes by car depending on traffic. Campuses there include the University of Wollongong in Dubai, Middlesex University Dubai, and Heriot-Watt University Dubai, with undergraduate and postgraduate options.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regent International Private School L.L.C | UK | 49K - 104K | 618 m | Very good |
| American School Dubai | American | 61K - 89K | 1.3 km | Good |
| Icademy Middle East Fz.Llc | American | 20K - 28K | 1.5 km | Not inspected yet |
| The International School of Choueifat | SABIS (UK/US) | 22K - 42K | 1.5 km | Acceptable |
| GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch | American - International Baccalaureate | 66K - 93K | 1.6 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai International Academy L.L.C | International Baccalaureate - International Baccalaureate (1 | 45K - 80K | 1.9 km | Outstanding |
| Queen Elizabeth's School L.L.C | UK - UK* - UK/BTEC | 1.9 km | Not inspected yet | |
| Next Generation School L.L.C | American | 25K - 49K | 1.9 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Dubai College | UK | 97K - 110K | 1.9 km | Outstanding |
| GEMS Wellington International School - Dubai Branch | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 48K - 103K | 2.4 km | Outstanding |
| Al Arqm Private School | Ministry of Education | 9K - 18K | 2.4 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai National School L.L.C | American | 24K - 40K | 2.6 km | Good |
| Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha L.L.C | American | 16K - 25K | 3.3 km | Good |
| Najmara | American | 3.5 km | Not inspected yet | |
| Emirates International School Meadows | International Baccalaureate - International Baccalaureate (1 | 29K - 86K | 3.5 km | Very good |
| Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz South L.L.C | French | 45K - 72K | 3.6 km | Not inspected yet |
| Dubai British School | UK | 53K - 80K | 4.2 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai International Academy Albarsha | International Baccalaureate | 53K - 96K | 4.3 km | Very good |
| Smart Vision School | UK | 32K - 78K | 4.3 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| JSS International School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 44K | 4.3 km | Very good |
| Dunecrest American School L.L.C | American | 50K - 96K | 4.5 km | Good |
| Dubai Schools Corporation L.L.C Albarsha | American | 31K - 54K | 4.8 km | Acceptable |
| GEMS World Academy | International Baccalaureate | 71K - 123K | 5.0 km | Very good |
The Greens sits along Sheikh Zayed Road at the edge of Dubai Media City and Barsha Heights, with Al Sufouh and Emirates Hills as immediate neighbors. There's no metro station inside the community, so most residents either drive out to Sheikh Zayed Road or use a feeder bus to reach the Red Line.
Dubai Internet City Metro Station is the closest metro station, about a two-minute drive or a 17-minute walk from the community. The Greens also connects to the Dubai Internet City Metro Station Landside bus stop, which gives residents access to onward Red Line trips toward Downtown, Business Bay, or industrial hubs such as Al Quoz and Jebel Ali.
Several local bus stops sit right by the community. The Greens, Al Dhafra and The Greens, Al Dhafra 2 are within a three-minute walk. The Greens, Terminus, The Greens, Al Arta 1, and The Greens, Al Arta 2 are about seven or eight minutes away on foot.
The Green Souq stop and The Greens, Al Sidir extend the internal network. If you're heading toward Barsha Heights, stops near Al Barsha Heights, Mashael Building, TRYP by Wyndham, and Millennium Place are useful connections.
For more metro access, the Insurance Market and Mall of the Emirates metro stations are both reachable in roughly six to eight minutes by car. Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Careem and Uber usually pick up quickly across the community.
The Greens connects directly to Sheikh Zayed Road, and Al Sufouh Road and Al Khail Road are also a short drive away. That gives residents three practical routes in and out of the city.
Parking is straightforward. Residents get dedicated bays under and beside each building, and visitor spaces are marked throughout the community. Paid public parking zones (388C, 383A, and 383AP) sit along the edges near Barsha Heights for outside visitors. Green Parking bays and valet parking at Zabeel House and the Social Hotel add more options near the retail strip.
You can also move around the community easily without a car. Shaded walkways and cycling paths run through the lakes and landscaped areas, so getting between clusters on foot or by bike is simple.
From The Greens, Mall of the Emirates is roughly a six-minute drive. Other retail and recreational hubs like Dubai Marina Mall are about ten minutes, JBR and the coast are close to 11 minutes away; Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa are around 14 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road, and Dubai International Airport is typically a 22-minute drive. In the other direction, Abu Dhabi's edge is roughly a 55-minute drive along the E11.
Viewed a couple of units - layouts are practical, community feels lived-in and established. Retail options within walking distance are limited compared to newer developments.
a month ago
We’ve actually had quite a long history with The Greens. My husband and I first lived here about 10 years ago - in Al Thayyal 4 and later Travo B - and after a few years back home, when we returned to Dubai, there was no question… we chose The Greens again (now in Al Alka 1). There’s just something about this community that’s hard to find elsewhere. It genuinely feels like a neighbourhood. People are friendly, everyone says hello when you walk past, and it’s incredibly family, kid and pet friendly. One of the things we love most is how walkable everything is. Our son’s school is a 5-minute walk, and we have at least five different coffee spots within a few minutes from home. There’s also a really lovely outdoor book exchange library - you can take a book or leave one - and it’s actually well maintained. We often stop by on our walks just to see what’s there. The outdoor spaces are a big plus too - walking paths, exercise equipment, and just a really calm, green environment. You genuinely don’t hear traffic, which is rare in Dubai. Our son also does his swimming lessons in the community pool, which is really convenient, and our gym has just undergone an upgrade - it took a few months, but it’s now ready and a great addition. Our building has 24-hour security, which adds to the overall sense of comfort and safety. If I’m being honest, the apartments could do with a bit of TLC, and the allocated underground parking spaces are quite tight - but for us, the community more than makes up for it. Overall, we love living here. It’s one of those places that just feels easy and comfortable, and that’s why we came back.
6 months ago
Al Ghozlan 2
Excellent Area & Wonderful Community
21 days ago
Al Ghozlan 2
Very comfortable and beautiful environment
21 days ago
The Onyx Tower 2
Great Building for renting and buying.
5 months ago
Al Nakheel 2
great building with a serene and friendly environment, lush landscaping, and a strong sense of community that feels homey and at the same time strategically located
5 months ago
Al Jaz 3
Absolutely love this property
2 years ago
The Onyx Tower 2
There is a big issue of humidity, your expensive leather goods get spoiled. The walls capture fungus. False ceilings becomes black because of fungus.
3 years ago
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7 months ago
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Is The Greens still a strong investment compared to newer off-plan communities?
Evaluate whether The Greens offers stable returns, lower risk, and reliable long-term investment performance compared to newer developments.
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The Greens is a fundamentally different investment class to off-plan or emerging communities. While newer areas often rely on future growth promises, The Greens is already a fully matured, high-demand ecosystem. * From an investor standpoint, The Greens offers: * Proven rental demand across all market cycles * Low vacancy risk due to its location and tenant profile * Stable capital values supported by limited new supply * Consistent liquidity – units here sell faster than most comparable communities Because supply is capped and demand remains strong from professionals working in Media City, Internet City, Marina and Downtown, the area behaves more like a blue-chip asset than a speculative one.
7 months ago
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7 months ago
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What type of unit in The Greens gives the best return on investment?
Maximize the value of my investment by knowing which unit types provide the highest ROI.
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Not all units in The Greens perform the same, even within the same building. Through years of transactions, I’ve seen the strongest performers typically share these traits: * Original or lightly upgraded units purchased below market average * One-bedroom layouts in high-demand buildings (e.g. Al Ghozlan, Al Thayyal, Mosela, Tanaro) * Good natural light and open views (canal, pool, internal greens) * Competitive service charges relative to rental yield I always guide investors to buy based on rental velocity, not just headline yield, meaning how quickly a unit rents and how consistently it performs over time.
7 months ago
Anonymous
7 months ago
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How does rental growth in The Greens compare to other Emaar communities?
Understand rental growth in the Greens compared to other communities by Emaar.
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The Greens benefits from a unique balance as it is both affordable compared to newer Emaar developments and centrally located, which creates natural upward pressure on rents. Because many professionals are priced out of areas like Downtown, Marina, and JBR, demand flows into The Greens keeping occupancy high and rents stable even when the wider market softens. This makes it particularly attractive for investors seeking defensive, income-focused assets, rather than speculative capital plays.
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Anonymous
7 months ago
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What are the biggest mistakes investors make in The Greens?
Avoid common mistakes by investors buying in the Greens.
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The most common mistakes I see are: Overpaying for cosmetic upgrades that don’t increase rental value Buying the wrong building or layout for their strategy Ignoring service charge impact on net yield Not understanding tenant demand by cluster I help investors avoid these mistakes by analysing real transactions, tenant demand patterns, and long-term resale performance, not just advertised prices.
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The Greens is an apartment-only community, so the property mix is straightforward. Emaar built 40 buildings across 10 complexes, and the newer Onyx mixed-use towers by Ishraqah add a different format to the area. Homes range from studios to four-bedroom layouts, and most look onto shaded courtyards, pool decks, or the central lake. Below is a closer look at what each type offers.
Apartments make up the entire residential stock in The Greens. All of Emaar's 10 clusters include studios, one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes across four low-rise buildings in each cluster. The Onyx Towers by Ishraqah add taller one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments above Zabeel House by Jumeirah and a retail podium.
Studios for rent in The Greens usually range from 430 to 500 sq ft. One-beds run 680 to 1,090 sq ft, while two-beds sit between 1,090 and 1,900 sq ft. If you need more room, larger three- and four-bed layouts in Al Sidir, Al Nakheel, and Al Ghaf stretch from about 1,650 to over 2,470 sq ft.
Most homes include built-in wardrobes, balconies, and pool or garden views. Some larger units also come with a maid's room. Every cluster has a temperature-controlled pool, gym, kids' play area, BBQ zone, communal courtyard, and 24/7 security. The Greens Souk is also within walking distance for Choithrams, salons, and cafes.
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The Onyx by Ishraqah brings hotel apartments to The Greens through Zabeel House by Jumeirah. It's part of the same mixed-use podium as The Onyx Tower 1, The Onyx Tower 2, and The Onyx Retail. Residents and guests share valet parking, the retail concourse, and the hotel's food and beverage options, right next to French Bakery, Costa, and Illy on the ground floor.
This setup works especially well for short-stay professionals based in Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City, both under a five-minute drive away. It also suits anyone who wants fully serviced living without taking on a long lease. Dubai Internet City Metro Station is roughly a three-minute drive away, and Mall of the Emirates is about ten minutes by car.
The Greens suits families, professionals working in Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City, and pet owners. It offers shaded walkways, a central lake, community pools, and The Greens Souk.
The Greens has steady rental demand from professionals working in nearby business areas. Apartment prices range from around AED 750K to AED 6M, with a median of about AED 1.6M. One bedroom apartments in Al Ghozlan, Al Thayyal, Al Arta, and Al Samar often attract tenants quickly. Returns vary by building, floor, view, and service charges.
Yes, The Greens is a freehold community developed by Emaar. Residents and overseas buyers can own apartments outright. Buyers should check the title details and service charges for each property before buying.
Dubai Internet City Metro Station is the closest station, about a three-minute drive or a 15 to 17 minute walk from most buildings. Al Khail Metro Station is about 10 minutes away by car. Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road provide easy access to Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, and Mall of the Emirates. Feeder buses F31 and F35 also connect the community to the metro network.
The Greens and The Views are next to each other and share the wider Emirates Living master plan. The Views has taller buildings, canal- and golf-facing homes, and higher prices. The Greens offers a greener, quieter, and more low-rise setting at a lower price per square foot.
Yes, The Greens is generally pet-friendly and has shaded paths, green spaces, and a dog park. Many buildings allow pets, but rules vary by building. Check the pet policy with the landlord or building management before signing a lease.
