Tilal Al Ghaf is Majid Al Futtaim’s flagship mixed-use community in Dubai, offering luxury resort-like living around a recreational lagoon, surrounded with sandy white beaches.
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","Title":null,"moduleClass":null,"moduleId":null,"sectionSpacing":null,"id":"623335f7cc62617c59ee5ff6"}},{"moduleType":"NormalText","moduleData":{"Text":"Designed as Dubai's first BREEAM-certified sustainable community, Tilal Al Ghaf combines resort-style living with a deeply considered wellness and sustainability ethos. Its 18 kilometres of walking trails, 11 kilometres of cycling paths, interconnected neighbourhoods and lagoon-centred lifestyle have rapidly made it one of the most desired addresses in new Dubai — particularly for families seeking a nature-forward, active and community-rich environment. It ranked among the top communities for high-end villa rentals in Bayut's Annual Rental Report 2025.
Tilal Al Ghaf is centred entirely on outdoor living, wellness and community connection. Every aspect of the master plan — from the lagoon beach to the park amphitheatre, the cycling network to the waterfront dining — is designed to encourage residents outside and into their community.
The resident profile reflects the premium nature of the development: high-net-worth families, senior professionals, international buyers seeking a resort lifestyle and investors attracted by the community's consistent price appreciation and prestigious developer backing.
Waterfront mansions, including Elysian Mansions and Lanai Island, position the community firmly within the Dubai luxury property market, with exclusive ultra-premium residences starting from AED 35 million and reaching well over AED 100 million for prime lagoon-front positions.
Tilal Al Ghaf sits firmly in Dubai's premium villa market, with prices reflecting the quality of the developer, the uniqueness of the lagoon lifestyle and sustained high demand.
Tilal Al Ghaf presents a compelling investment case combining strong yields, significant capital growth, a world-class developer and a community at an early stage of its full maturity.
Tilal Al Ghaf is divided into 16 sub-communities, the most prominent of which include: Elan (entry-level townhouses), Aura (contemporary townhouses), Harmony (large standalone villas with garden suites), Alaya (premium villas with private pools), Elysian Mansions (ultra-exclusive mansions), and Lanai Island (the most exclusive waterfront addresses). Each neighbourhood has its own character while sharing access to the central lagoon and community infrastructure.
Tilal Al Ghaf is positioned in Dubailand at the junction of Hessa Street and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, providing strong road connections to the wider city.
Public transport within the community is currently limited. Buses serving the nearby Dubai Sports City are approximately 8 minutes away. Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station on the Red Line is approximately 18 minutes by car. Most residents travel by private vehicle.
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Tilal Al Ghaf is redefining what a Dubai community can be. For buyers and investors who want something more than a standard villa — a true resort lifestyle built on sustainability, wellness and genuine community connection — it has no real competitor in the current market. Its BREEAM certification, extraordinary lagoon amenity, trusted developer and track record of strong price appreciation make it as compelling for investors as it is for the families who call it home.
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Tilal Al Ghaf was developed by Majid Al Futtaim, one of the region's most prominent holding companies with a portfolio spanning malls, hotels, entertainment and residential communities across 15 markets.
What is Lagoon Al Ghaf?
Lagoon Al Ghaf is a 70,000 sq m swimmable crystal lagoon at the heart of the community, with 400 metres of white-sand beach and facilities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding.
What types of property are available?
The community offers 3 to 8-bedroom townhouses, villas, mansions and waterfront residences across 16 sub-communities. There are currently no standard apartment buildings.
Is Tilal Al Ghaf freehold?
Yes. Tilal Al Ghaf is a freehold development, accessible to eligible international buyers.
What are the rental yields?
4-bedroom villas deliver approximately 7.39% ROI, 3-bedroom villas approximately 6.25% and 5-bedroom villas approximately 5.70%, making it one of the strongest-yielding premium villa communities in Dubai.
Is there a school within the community?
Yes. Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai, offering a British curriculum from Nursery to Grade 6, is located within Tilal Al Ghaf.
What is BREEAM certification?
BREEAM is the global standard for sustainable building assessment. Tilal Al Ghaf is Dubai's first BREEAM-certified community, meaning properties are built to reduce energy and water consumption, improve indoor air quality and deliver lower running costs for residents.
How far is Tilal Al Ghaf from the city?
Approximately 25 minutes to Downtown Dubai, 20 minutes to Dubai Marina, and 34 minutes to Dubai International Airport.
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