Mohammed Bin Rashid City, usually shortened to MBR City, is a large freehold master development in the middle of Dubai, running inland from Downtown Dubai and Business Bay. It is not one neighbourhood but a group of separate districts, among them District One, Sobha Hartland, Meydan, MAG City and Dubai Hills Estate, each with its own developer, prices and feel. In October 2026 there are 22 off-plan projects selling in MBR City from AED 1,141,817, and TRPE holds ready apartments for sale and rent in Sobha Hartland and District One.
Mohammed Bin Rashid City, often MBR City, is Dubai's most forward-thinking and ambitious master development. Its primary objective is to reorganize the norms that govern contemporary urban living. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum serves as the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and the Ruler of Dubai, who oversees the multifunctional, gigantic development known as MBR City. This construction project encompasses a total area of 54 million square feet. Dubai's modern core is growing due to integrating high-end residential residences and luxury amenities into MBR City. This is being done in natural green areas and at points of interest worldwide.
Thanks to the city's location, which is close to Downtown Dubai, residents of MBR City have access to Business Bay, Dubai Marina, and Dubai International Airport. This proximity gives residents quicker access to all vital transportation routes. In addition to Meydan and Sobha Hartland, the residential sections of MBR City encompass District One. These locations generate leading upmarket residential choices for individuals looking for high-end property and community amenities characteristic of a civilization on the cutting edge of the future.
People can rapidly access critical business and entertainment zones with airports because of the central location of MBR City. This makes the area more appealing to working professionals, families, and investors. The Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), the Al Khail Road (E44), and the Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) are all located inside the boundaries of MBR City. Thanks to the location, Residents can access several significant districts, such as Business Bay, Dubai Design District, Dubai International Financial Centre, and Dubai Creek Harbour.
MBR City provides visitors with a residential and mixed-use development divided into multiple sections and spread throughout several areas.
The District One neighborhood is distinguished as a luxurious residential district that includes premium residences and more compact houses. Crystal Lagoon, the biggest man-made lagoon in the world, is located near this site.
The Sobha Hartland neighborhood is on the water's edge and features townhouses, villas, and apartments. They all offer breathtaking views of the Dubai Water Canal and lush natural landscapes.
Meydan is a center for sports and recreation. It is home to the Meydan Racecourse, a premier equestrian facility, and the planned Meydan One Mall, which has been under development for several years.
Emaar and Meraas are responsible for developing Dubai Hills Estate. This prestigious residential community is renowned for its championship golf course, villas, townhouses, and contemporary flats.
MBR City sits in central Dubai. The land set aside for it is bordered by Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road and Emirates Road, so it touches Downtown Dubai and Business Bay on one side and runs inland from there.
The districts are spread out, which matters when you compare listings. District One, Sobha Hartland and Meydan sit together on the eastern side, around Meydan Racecourse and along Al Khail Road. Dubai Hills Estate is further west, off Al Khail Road and Umm Suqeim Street, closer to Al Barsha and Mall of the Emirates. Two homes both described as “MBR City” can be a twenty minute drive apart.
You will also see the full name, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, on developer brochures, particularly for District One. It is the same place, named after the Ruler of Dubai.
| District | Developer | What you find there |
|---|---|---|
| District One | Meydan and Sobha | Villas and mansions around the Crystal Lagoon, plus low-rise apartment buildings (the Residences) |
| Sobha Hartland | Sobha | Apartment towers, townhouses and villas, plus the newer phase, Sobha Hartland II |
| MAG City | MAG | Apartments, including MAG Eye |
| Meydan | Meydan Group and others | The racecourse, apartments in Meydan One and Meydan Avenue, villas in Meydan South and Meydan Heights |
| Dubai Hills Estate | Emaar and Meraas | Golf course, Dubai Hills Mall, villas, townhouses and apartments |
If a listing just says “MBR City”, ask which district and which building. The district decides the price per square foot, the service charge and who your neighbours are far more than the MBR City name does.
Mohammed Bin Rashid City offers luxury living in Dubai. With its central location, stunning properties, and world-class amenities, the city is ideal for those seeking an exclusive lifestyle. The extensive green spaces, recreational facilities, and high-end retail options make it a perfect place for families, professionals, and investors looking for a high return on investment. MBR City caters to all lifestyles, from its grand villas and townhouses to modern apartments.
Announced in November 2012, MBR City was conceived as a "city within a city," designed to bolster Dubai's status as a global hub for tourism, commerce, and innovation. The project encompasses several key components:
Family Tourism
Plans included a vast park developed in collaboration with Universal Studios, capable of accommodating 35 million visitors annually, alongside over 100 hotel facilities, positioning it as the most prominent family leisure and entertainment complex in the Middle East, Africa, and the Indian subcontinent. This park was not built in the form announced.
Retail
The development aimed to house the Mall of the World, envisioned as the world's largest shopping mall with 750,000 square meters of air-conditioned retail space. In 2016 the Mall of the World was moved out of MBR City to Al Sufouh, opposite Mall of the Emirates.
Arts and Culture
MBR City sought to establish the most significant area dedicated to art galleries in the MENA region, fostering a vibrant cultural scene.
Entrepreneurship and innovation
The city provides spaces and facilities that foster entrepreneurial ventures.
Strategically located, the allocated land for MBR City is bordered by Emirates Road, Al Khail Road, and Sheikh Zayed Road, integrating seamlessly with existing developments such as Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, and Business Bay.
Since its announcement, MBR City has witnessed significant development across various districts:
District One
A collaboration between Meydan and Sobha, District One is a low-density luxury residential estate featuring villas and mansions. Notably, it includes a 40-hectare man-made lagoon by Crystal Lagoons, recognized as the world's largest. In 2019, a seven-bedroom villa in this district was sold for AED 90 million (approximately USD 24.5 million), marking it as one of Dubai's most expensive real estate transactions.
Sobha Hartland
This development offers apartments, villas, and townhouses, emphasizing green building standards to promote a natural environment and efficient environmental practices.
Dubai Hills Estate
An integral part of MBR City, this area features luxury residences set around an 18-hole championship golf course, offering a blend of suburban tranquility and urban connectivity.
MBR City is home to, or has plans for, several record-breaking attractions:
The World's Largest Man-Made Lagoon: The 7-kilometer Crystal Lagoon is a central feature of the community and offers unprecedented tranquility and adventure.
A dancing fountain of 25,800 square meters, planned as the centrepiece of a 380-meter restaurant-lined boardwalk at Meydan One. Treat it as a plan until it opens.
A 711-meter residential tower with 885 apartments and a five-star hotel was part of the early Meydan One plans. It has not been built, so do not let it shape what you pay today.
Residents of MBR City enjoy a plethora of amenities designed to enhance their quality of life:
Green Spaces: Vast parks and landscaped areas promote a serene environment, encouraging outdoor activities and community engagement.
Retail and Dining: Dubai Hills Mall, inside Dubai Hills Estate, plus numerous retail outlets, boutiques, and dining establishments cater to diverse tastes and preferences, ensuring a vibrant urban experience.
Educational Institutions: The community hosts reputable schools and academic centers, making it an attractive choice for families seeking quality education within close proximity.
Healthcare Facilities: State-of-the-art medical centers and clinics ensure residents can access top-tier healthcare services.
MBR City implements smart infrastructure and energy-efficient buildings because Dubai envisions a sustainable future for its city. The efforts toward sustainability manifest clearly through implementing green building protocols, using renewable power sources, and actively creating environmentally friendly public zones.
Dubai showcases this location as one of its top investment sites due to its promising property market growth. The neighborhood's informational positioning, which connects major tourist points and commercial centers, and the planned Meydan One Mall establish it as a first-class destination for investment buyers aiming for asset expansion combined with consistent rental earnings. Rents in the area remain stable because property demand sustains valuable returns over time. Every community member will discover suitable real estate options to their liking because this area presents apartments with modern designs, family-friendly villas, and investment opportunities.
MBR City offers residents an appealing lifestyle through its excellent location features, sustainable initiatives, and luxurious community benefits.
Local investors, together with international investors, find profitable economic prospects inside MBR City:
Diverse Property Portfolio
From luxury villas and mansions to high-end apartments and townhouses, the development offers a wide range of properties catering to various investment appetites.
High ROI Potential
MBR City's strategic location, coupled with world-class amenities and attractions, positions it as a high-demand area promising substantial returns on investment.
Freehold Ownership
As one of Dubai's freehold areas, MBR City allows foreign investors to own property outright, enhancing its appeal to international buyers.
People interested in MBR City should evaluate various essential aspects when considering living there or investing:
Development Timeline
Some parts of MBR City remain in the development phase, which means several amenities and housing availability will be limited immediately after completion.
Cost of Living
Future homeowners need to plan their finances carefully because the development's upscale character results in higher property costs and the cost of living.
Traffic Congestion
Traffic expansion in the growing community will affect travel times, but the ongoing infrastructure updates aim to solve this challenge.
Villas in MBR City come from four places, and they are very different buys.
Off-plan, two of the 22 projects selling in MBR City in October 2026 include villas, with The Sanctuary by Ellington Properties at the top of the range from AED 21,500,000. We hold no ready villas for sale in MBR City this month, so if a villa is what you want, tell us the district and budget and we will go and find one.
These are the ready apartments for sale on our books today. The live list on this page is always the current position.
| Bedrooms | Size | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 595 sq ft | AED 1,350,000 | Sobha Creek Vistas Reserve, Sobha Hartland |
| 2 | 810 sq ft | AED 1,700,000 | Sobha Creek Vistas Tower B, Sobha Hartland |
| 2 | 1,078 sq ft | AED 2,300,000 | Sobha Hartland, close to handover |
| 3 plus maid | 1,415 sq ft | AED 3,099,000 | Creek Vistas, Sobha Hartland |
| 2 | 1,176 sq ft | AED 3,200,000 | District One, lagoon view |
To rent, we hold 18 apartments and 2 townhouses. Examples: a furnished one-bedroom of 681 sq ft in District One at AED 100,000 a year, two-bedroom plus maid apartments in District One from AED 150,000, and a two-bedroom plus maid of 1,481 sq ft in Sobha Hartland at AED 159,000. The homes for sale above are also on our MBR City apartments for sale search, which updates as stock changes.
In October 2026, 22 off-plan projects from 14 developers are selling in Mohammed Bin Rashid City. Prices start at AED 1,141,817 for White Opals by AIZN Developers and run to AED 21,500,000 for The Sanctuary. Sobha, Nakheel, Ellington Properties and Azizi are among the developers, and almost all of the projects are apartments. The full list, cheapest first, with each developer's payment plan, is on our off-plan projects in Mohammed Bin Rashid City page.
Before you pay a deposit, check that the payments go into the project's escrow account, ask what is owed after handover as well as before it, and compare the price per square foot with ready homes in the same district.
No. Meydan is one district inside Mohammed Bin Rashid City, built around Meydan Racecourse. The confusion comes from the developer: Meydan Group also developed District One with Sobha, so the Meydan name appears across several parts of MBR City. For a district by district view of prices and what to check, read our guide to buying in Mohammed Bin Rashid City.
The development of Mohammed Bin Rashid City represents Dubai's never-ending quest to achieve maximum excellence through innovation combined with luxury standards. The combination of residential, commercial, cultural, and recreational areas at MBR City establishes a global standard for modern urban real estate developments. People looking for extraordinary city living within Dubai's central district should consider this area.
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