Insights
Market analytics, guides and news about property in the UAE, checked and dated before publishing.
Etihad Rail's Dubai Al Yalayis station set to open on 30 September
Etihad Rail's first Dubai passenger stop, Al Yalayis, is due to open on 30 September, adding a rail link to Abu Dhabi and a Metro connection.
September 2026
Yas Island: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to Yas Island: the entertainment and residential island near Abu Dhabi International Airport, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Emaar Beachfront: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to Emaar Beachfront: the gated peninsula community between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Damac Hills: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to Damac Hills: the gated golf community built around Trump International Golf Club Dubai, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Bluewaters: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to Bluewaters: the island off JBR built around Ain Dubai, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Arjan: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to Arjan: the Dubailand district built around Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Al Reem Island: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to Al Reem Island: the waterfront island off central Abu Dhabi, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Jumeirah Village Triangle: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to JVT: the quieter, low-rise Nakheel community next to JVC, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026
Jumeirah Village Circle: What the Area Actually Is
A short guide to JVC: the central Nakheel community built around a circular road network, what daily life looks like on the ground, and what to weigh before renting or buying here.
September 2026