Damac Hills 2

The revised masterplan delivered Malibu Beach — a wave pool, surf facility and beach-style leisure complex — alongside Sports Town, Motor Town, an equestrian park, an outdoor cinema, a butterfly garden and over 4 km of cycling tracks. What DAMAC Hills 2 lacks in central location, it more than compensates for in lifestyle breadth and affordability: studios start from AED 380,000, 3-bedroom villas from AED 1.3 million, and average ROI for villas sits at approximately 6.86% with studios achieving up to 17%.

Community & Lifestyle

DAMAC Hills 2's lifestyle is built around the theme of more — more water, more sports, more space and more family fun. No other comparable-priced community in Dubai comes close to matching the breadth of leisure infrastructure delivered within its gates.

Key lifestyle features include:

• Malibu Beach — wave pool, surf pool, water slides, Malibu-style sandy beach and splash zones
• Sports Town — football pitches, cricket ground, basketball and tennis courts, cycling and jogging tracks and picnic lawns
• Motor Town — go-karting and motorsport-themed activities 
  Equestrian Centre — riding school and farmers' market
• Floating cinema — outdoor cinema on the water
• Butterfly Garden within the community
• Outdoor amphitheatre and event spaces
• Extensive cycling and jogging network throughout
• DAMAC Hills 2 Community Centre — 64,000 sq ft mall with Carrefour, Cherry Tree
• Nursery, Saudi German Clinic, branded stores and F&B
• Drive-in cinema adjacent to the community centre
• Dog park and pet-friendly spaces throughout

Properties in DAMAC Hills 2

DAMAC Hills 2 offers one of the most diverse selections of affordable property for sale in Dubai, spanning studios to 6-bedroom villas across numerous named clusters.

• Studios from approximately AED 380,000; 1-bedroom apartments from approximately AED 400,000 to AED 1.6 million
• 2-bedroom apartments from approximately AED 800,000
• 3-bedroom villas from approximately AED 1.3 million; 2-bedroom townhouses from approximately AED 1.4 million
• 4-bedroom townhouses in Violet clusters from approximately AED 1.6 million to AED 1.96 million
• 5 to 6-bedroom villas from approximately AED 4 million; Cavalli-branded luxury homes up to AED 10 million 
  The Farmhouses: luxury countryside-inspired villas from AED 6.22 million
• Those looking to buy off-plan property in Dubai will find one of the market's most active pipelines here — ELO, ELO 2, Violet 2, Violet 4, Evergreens, Natura, and Park Greens 2 all offering flexible payment plans and pre-completion pricing

Property Prices & Rental Market

DAMAC Hills 2 is firmly positioned as Dubai's most affordable large-scale villa community, with pricing consistently well below comparable suburban areas.

• Average listing price for villas approximately AED 2.32 million — significantly below comparable communities
• Average residential price over the past 6 months approximately AED 1,914,599 — up 12% on the previous 6 months
• Villa prices rose 17.81% in 2025; apartment prices rose 15.22%
• Annual rents: studios from approximately AED 38,000; 1-bedroom apartments approximately AED 50,000; 3-bedroom villas from approximately AED 80,000

Investment Potential

DAMAC Hills 2 delivers exceptional yields for the affordable-to-mid-market villa and apartment investor.

• Average villa ROI approximately 6.86%; studios can achieve up to 17% ROI
• Villa prices up 22% from 2021 to 2023, continuing double-digit growth through 2025
• Average price up 12% over the past 6 months — one of the strongest short-term appreciation rates in Dubai
• Affordable entry pricing combined with consistent rental demand creates strong cash flow for investors
• Freehold — accessible to international buyers
• Golden Visa eligibility from AED 2 million purchase
• Long-term holding strategy (5+ years) advisable for full capital growth realization

Sub-Communities

DAMAC Hills 2 comprises numerous named clusters including: Albizia, Primrose, Juniper, Viola, Zinnia, Arabella, Claret, Pelham, Hazel, Camelia, Cassia, Rockwood, Sycamore, Tenora, Radcliffe, Fairway Villas, Orchid, Gardenia, Maple, Marigold, Violet, Natura, ELO and The Farmhouses, among others. The leisure districts — Malibu Beach, Sports Town, Motor Town and the Equestrian Centre — sit at the community's heart.

Location & Connectivity

DAMAC Hills 2 is situated in southern Dubailand (Madinat Hind) along Al Qudra Street and Lehbab Road.

• Approximately 30 to 40 minutes to Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina
• Approximately 35 minutes to Dubai International Airport
• Approximately 35 minutes to Dubai Silicon Oasis
• Approximately 15 minutes to Trump International Golf Club (DAMAC Hills 1)
• Approximately 20 minutes to Expo City Dubai

The community is car-dependent with no metro station. RTA buses connect to wider public transport. The community's distance from the city centre is its primary practical trade-off.

Nearby Amenities & Services

Retail: DAMAC Hills 2 Community Centre (Carrefour, branded stores, F&B); Circle Mall approximately 30 minutes; Mall of the Emirates approximately 35 minutes 
Healthcare: Saudi German Hospital Clinic within the community centre; Mediclinic Parkview approximately 26 minutes

Nearby schools include:

Fairgreen International School — The Sustainable City, approximately 15 to 20 minutes 
Jebel Ali School — British curriculum, approximately 20 to 25 minutes 
South View School — British curriculum, approximately 20 minutes 
Cherry Tree Nursery — within the community centre

Key Highlights

• DAMAC Properties' 55 million sq ft master community, formerly Akoya Oxygen, launched 2014
• Malibu Beach wave pool, Sports Town, Motor Town, Equestrian Centre and floating cinema within the gates
• Villa prices up 17.81% in 2025; average ROI approximately 6.86%; studios up to 17% ROI
• Most affordable villa community in Dubai at comparable size and amenity level
• Extensive active off-plan pipeline with flexible payment plans
• Freehold — accessible to international buyers

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Extraordinary leisure amenity — Malibu Beach, wave pool and sports facilities unmatched at this price point
• Genuinely affordable villa and apartment pricing relative to the lifestyle delivered
• Strong and growing rental yields with consistent capital appreciation
• Extensive off-plan pipeline providing flexible entry pricing
• Golden Visa eligibility from AED 2 million

Cons

• Significant distance from central Dubai — 30 to 40 minutes for most destinations
• No schools or hospitals within easy reach — residents must travel
• No metro station — entirely car-dependent
• Some areas still developing — construction noise and dust in active phases
• Limited premium retail and dining within the community itself

Why Choose DAMAC Hills 2

DAMAC Hills 2 is for buyers who understand that lifestyle value is not the same as location value — and who want Malibu Beach, a wave pool, cricket, go-karting and a butterfly garden within their gates for a price that remains genuinely accessible. For investors, the yields and appreciation data are compelling. For families, the space, safety and leisure infrastructure make it one of the most enjoyable affordable communities in Dubai. Since prices, clusters, and project phases can vary, working with a trusted real estate agency in Dubai can help buyers choose the right property based on their budget, lifestyle needs, and long-term plans.

FAQs About DAMAC Hills 2

What was DAMAC Hills 2 previously called? 

DAMAC Hills 2 was launched in 2014 as Akoya Oxygen, later shortened to Akoya, and rebranded as DAMAC Hills 2 in June 2021.

Is DAMAC Hills 2 freehold? 

Yes. DAMAC Hills 2 is a freehold community, accessible to both UAE nationals and international buyers.

What is Malibu Beach? 

Malibu Beach is a themed leisure district within the community featuring a wave pool, surf pool, Malibu-style sandy beach, water slides and splash zones — a genuinely unique community amenity for a Dubailand address.

What are the rental yields? 

Average villa ROI approximately 6.86%; studios can achieve up to 17%. Rental yields across all property types are among the strongest in affordable Dubailand communities.

Are there schools in the community? 

Cherry Tree Nursery is within the community centre. The nearest established schools — Fairgreen International, Jebel Ali School and South View School — are approximately 15 to 25 minutes away by car.

Is there a golf course? 

The originally planned Tiger Woods-designed golf course was replaced with leisure districts in the revised masterplan. The Trump International Golf Club at DAMAC Hills 1 is approximately 15 minutes away.