Community guide, Arabian Ranches
Al Mahra Arabian Ranches, Dubai
Al Mahra is a neighbourhood of 166 detached villas by Emaar in the middle of Arabian Ranches, Dubailand, bordering the Arabian Ranches Golf Club. Launched in 2005 and completed in 2007, it is known for traditional Arabic architecture, with mashrabiya screens, domes and arches, and for large family homes of five bedrooms and more.
Key facts
- Developer
- Emaar Properties
- Community
- Arabian Ranches, Dubailand
- Launched
- 2005
- Completed
- 2007
- Villas
- 166
- Home type
- Detached villas
- Style
- Traditional Arabic, with mashrabiya, domes and arches
- Setting
- Borders the Arabian Ranches Golf Club
Homes on the market now
Our Sept 2026 snapshot of homes publicly on the market in Al Mahra, grouped by type. Indicative only, not listings or offers.
| Home | Listed | Asking | Sold (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 BR villa | ~7 | AED 13M | · |
| 6 BR villa | ~6 | AED 16M | · |
Sold = registered sales, last 12 months. About AED 1,672 per sq ft.
About Al Mahra
Emaar released Al Mahra in 2005 as one of the more upscale enclaves of the original Arabian Ranches, and the last homes were finished in 2007. The neighbourhood lies at the centre of the community, with the fairways of the Arabian Ranches Golf Club along one edge and Aseel, La Avenida and Terra Nova as its closest neighbours.
What sets Al Mahra apart is its look. Where most Ranches clusters use Spanish or Santa Fe styling, these villas draw on classic Arabic design: carved mashrabiya panels, rounded domes, ornate arches and bright open interiors. Many plots back onto greenery or the golf course, which gives the street scene a calm, private feel.
The homes are large. Listings in the neighbourhood are almost all five and six bedroom villas, with occasional bigger layouts, so Al Mahra appeals mainly to larger families who want golf course views, a short drive to Jumeirah English Speaking School and the clinic, and a character home rather than a standard design.
Amenities
- Golf course frontage on many plots
- Arabian Ranches Golf Club and clubhouse
- Community swimming pools
- Tennis and basketball courts
- Children's play areas
- Barbecue areas
- Landscaped parks and walking routes
- Arabian Ranches Community Centre with supermarket and cafes
Location
Al Mahra sits near the centre of Arabian Ranches, on the edge of the golf course and between Aseel and Terra Nova. The golf club, the clinic and Jumeirah English Speaking School are all under a kilometre away. Distances below are straight line.
- Arabian Ranches Golf ClubAbout 0.8 km
- Mediclinic Arabian RanchesAbout 0.8 km
- Jumeirah English Speaking School Arabian RanchesAbout 0.9 km
- Arabian Ranches Community Centre (Retail Mall)About 1.1 km
- Dubai Polo and Equestrian ClubAbout 2.6 km
- Global VillageAbout 4.1 km
- Mall of the EmiratesAbout 10.8 km
Al Mahra: common questions
How much does a villa cost in Al Mahra?+
In our Sept 2026 market snapshot, about 13 villas in Al Mahra were for sale, from AED 11M to AED 20M for 5 to 6 bedroom homes.
What is the rent in Al Mahra?+
In our Sept 2026 snapshot, about 9 villas in Al Mahra were for rent at AED 370K to AED 1.1M a year.
How many villas are in Al Mahra?+
Emaar Community Management lists 166 residential villas in Al Mahra.
When was Al Mahra built?+
Emaar launched Al Mahra in 2005 and completed it in 2007.
What style are the Al Mahra villas?+
They follow traditional Arabic architecture, with mashrabiya screens, rounded domes, ornate arches and open, bright interiors.
Does Al Mahra have golf course views?+
Yes. The neighbourhood borders the Arabian Ranches Golf Club, and many villas look over the fairways or the surrounding greenery.
How big are the homes?+
Al Mahra is a large villa enclave. Most homes on the market have five or six bedrooms, with a few bigger layouts.
Sources: Emaar Community Management: Arabian Ranches communities, Emaar: Arabian Ranches. Asking prices: EQT snapshot of homes on the market, Sept 2026. Source for sold prices and signed rents: Dubai Land Department open data via Data.Dubai, 2025-09-26 to 2026-09-25. Rating: Google.