Best Waterfront Communities in Dubai

Best waterfront communities in Dubai ranked by water proximity and lifestyle quality. Price data from Dubai Land Department · Property Monitor · June 2026.

#1 Dubai Marina — AED 2,058/sqft — Gross Yield: 6.18% — 12-month change: +16.4%. 3.5km marina with 200 towers.

#2 JBR (Jumeirah Beach Residence) — 1.7km beach, direct beach access. No confirmed DLD price data.

#3 Palm Jumeirah — AED 4,240/sqft (apt), AED 8,070/sqft (villa). Private beach access.

#4 Creek Harbour — AED 2,600/sqft. Dubai Creek waterfront, future Dubai Creek Tower.

#5 Emaar Beachfront — 1.5km private beach, 27 towers. No confirmed DLD price data.

#6 JLT — AED 1,831/sqft — Gross Yield: 7.17%. Jumeirah Lakes Towers with 4 artificial lakes.

#7 Dubai Islands — 5 islands, 20km coastline. No confirmed DLD price data.