Tier 2 Partner
Meraas
Meraas owns and operates City Walk, Bluewaters Island, La Mer, and surrounding masterplans — properties that combine residential with retail and hospitality under one operations team. Recent launches include Bluewaters Bay, Northline at City Walk, and Cherrywoods, all within masterplans the developer continues to manage long after handover.
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- Dubai, UAE
- 2 projects
- 2
- Website
- meraas.com/en
Residences by Meraas
Residences →▸ Frequently Asked Questions
Buying from Meraas, what to know.
What is the Dubai Golden Visa property investment threshold?
The UAE Golden Visa requires a minimum property investment of AED 2 million (approximately USD 545,000), either a single property or a combined portfolio. The visa grants 10 years of renewable residency, covers the holder's spouse, all children regardless of age, and parents, with no minimum-stay requirement in the UAE.
Read answer →How does the Dubai off-plan payment plan work?
A typical Dubai off-plan payment plan requires 10–20% on signing, 40–60% spread across construction milestones over 2–4 years, and the balance at handover. Major developers offer post-handover plans extending payments 2–5 years after key collection, with no interest. All payments go to a RERA-supervised escrow account, not the developer.
Read answer →Can foreigners get a mortgage in Dubai?
Yes. UAE banks offer mortgages to non-resident foreign buyers at loan-to-value (LTV) ratios up to 50–60% (resident foreigners qualify for up to 80%). Typical interest rates in 2026 range from 4.5% to 6.5% fixed for 1–5 years, with terms up to 25 years. Mortgages are generally only available on completed property, not off-plan.
Read answer →What ROI do Dubai off-plan properties deliver?
Dubai off-plan property has historically delivered total returns of 15–25% per year, combining capital appreciation (typical 8–15% p.a. between launch and handover) with rental yields of 6–9% on completed property. Net returns after costs typically run 12–18% IRR for the buyer who holds through handover and into the rental phase.
Read answer →How do I sell Dubai off-plan property before handover?
You can resell a Dubai off-plan unit before the project is delivered via a Sales Progression Form (SPF) at the developer's office. Most developers require at least 30% of the purchase price to be paid before assignment is permitted. Admin fees range from 1–5%, plus a Dubai Land Department No-Objection Certificate (NOC) at AED 525–5,250. The transaction completes in 2–4 weeks.
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