Property in District One

Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Dubai

We currently have 8 properties in District One, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid City in Dubai: 8 to rent from AED 90,000 a year.

CommunityMohammed Bin Rashid City
Available now0 for sale, 8 to rent
Property typesApartments
Sizes1 bedroom to 3 bedroom
Rents start atAED 90,000 a year

Figures describe the properties we currently have listed in District One, not market averages. Current as of today.

What District One costs, from what we have listed today

SizeRent a yearSale price
1 bedroom apartment681 to 765 sq ftAED 90,000 to 100,000
2 bedroom apartment1,295 to 1,729 sq ftAED 150,000 to 300,000
3 bedroom apartment2,408 to 2,717 sq ftAED 260,000 to 330,000

From the 8 properties we hold in District One today, not market averages. The table updates itself when our listings change.

8 properties in District One

Renting or buying in District One

What is District One?

District One is a gated community in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, built by Meydan Sobha around a large Crystal Lagoon. It has two parts: villas, and the Residences, a row of apartment buildings along the lagoon.

Does the view change the price?

It can. Lagoon views are listed as a feature by many owners here, and two flats in the same building can face the lagoon or the community, so ask which way the balcony faces before you view.

Furnished or unfurnished?

Most of our District One rentals come furnished. If you want an empty unit, say so at the start and we will filter for it.

Are there townhouses in District One?

We have no townhouses listed in District One today. If that is what you want, tell us your budget. We hear about units before they are advertised, and nearby Sobha Hartland and Meydan are worth comparing.

Can I buy off-plan in District One?

Yes. Two District One projects are on our off-plan pages: District One Residence 5 and District One Naya Residences Phase 2.

What should I check before I rent or buy?

  • The service charge per sq ft. Ask us; it differs by building.
  • How many cheques the owner accepts.
  • Whether parking is included, and how many spaces.
  • For a purchase: the handover date and who holds the title deed.

About District One

District One is a gated, low-density waterfront community in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Dubai, built around a large crystal lagoon. It is developed by Meydan Sobha, a joint venture between Meydan Group and Sobha. It offers mansions and villas of 4 to 8 bedrooms, plus numbered apartment buildings called District One Residences, about 3 km from the Burj Khalifa.

District One at a glance

FactDetail
CommunityMohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City), Dubai
DeveloperMeydan Sobha, a joint venture of Meydan Group and Sobha
Main featureCrystal lagoon of about 7 km, with man-made beaches and a boardwalk
VillasAbout 1,500 villas and mansions, 4 to 8 bedrooms, three themes (Contemporary, Modern Arabic, Mediterranean)
ApartmentsDistrict One Residences: 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments in buildings from G+4 to G+16 (TradeArabia)
Distance to Burj KhalifaAbout 3 km, around 4 minutes by car
OwnershipFreehold

Most published figures come from launch announcements and press coverage between 2013 and 2018. Phases and unit counts have moved on since, so confirm availability with the developer or with us.

District One villas and mansions

The villas are the best-known part of District One, and searches for "District One villas" and "District One Residences" are large. Reports describe over 18 floor plans in four phases, in three styles. Contemporary homes are minimalist with strip windows. Mediterranean homes have wooden pergolas, stone walls and private backyards. Modern Arabic homes have two entrances, one for residents and one for guests. Villas face the lagoon, parks or open land.

District One Residences: apartments and townhouses

District One Residences are the numbered apartment buildings, for example Residences 3 and Residences 15, which feature in our listings. They offer 1 to 3-bedroom apartments, many with lagoon or Burj Khalifa views, balconies and open-plan layouts. We also see townhouses in the wider MBR City. Sizes in our current listings run from about 680 sq ft for a 1-bedroom to over 2,700 sq ft for a 3-bedroom with a maid's room.

Lagoon and amenities

  • Crystal lagoon with swimming, paddle boarding and non-motorised water sports (Meydan).
  • Man-made beaches and a boardwalk, with a cycling and running track.
  • Sports facilities, riding tracks and parks.
  • Schools, mosques, waterfront cafes and retail.

Location and getting around

PlaceDetail
Burj KhalifaAbout 3 km, about 4 minutes by car
Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail RoadMain road links to DIFC, Emirates Towers and Dubai International Airport
Meydan Racecourse and GolfNearby Meydan facilities

See our Meydan and MBR City area guide and buying in Mohammed Bin Rashid City for the wider area.

Renting in District One

Tenants choose it for lagoon views, space and a calmer setting close to Downtown. We have apartments in District One Residences available to rent, and stock changes often. Browse apartments for rent in MBR City, including 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom homes. What we hold today is listed at the top of this page.

Buying in District One

Villas and mansions are the main draw for buyers, and apartments are available on resale. Check the plot, phase, the community charge and what it covers, before you offer. See apartments for sale in MBR City, the off-plan projects in MBR City and our pages on the developers Meydan Group and Sobha. We do not quote prices here because they vary by phase, plot and style.

Who it suits

It suits families who want a large home or a lagoon-view apartment close to Downtown, and buyers who value low density and open space. It is less suited to anyone who wants a metro station nearby or a dense urban setting.

Pros and cons

  • Pros: lagoon and beaches on the doorstep, low density, 4 to 8 bedroom villas, about 3 km from the Burj Khalifa.
  • Cons: still developing around the edges, mostly car-based, and the facilities vary by phase.

Frequently asked questions

Where is District One in Dubai?

District One is in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, about 3 km from the Burj Khalifa and close to Meydan.

Who developed District One?

Meydan Sobha, a 50-50 joint venture between Meydan Group and Sobha, developed it.

What types of homes are in District One?

Villas and mansions of 4 to 8 bedrooms, plus District One Residences apartments of 1 to 3 bedrooms.

Is there a lagoon in District One?

Yes. The community is built around a crystal lagoon of about 7 km, with beaches, a boardwalk and a cycling and running track.

Is District One the same as Mohammed Bin Rashid City?

No. District One is one community inside Mohammed Bin Rashid City, alongside others such as Sobha Hartland.

Can I rent or buy in District One through TRPE?

Yes. We have apartments to rent today, and the table above shows what we hold. Tell us your budget for villas or resale.

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