The Meadows Dubai Area Guide: Homes, Schools & Community Living

The Meadows Dubai is a luxury residential development, known for its greenery and beautiful lakes. Do you have a rental property here? If so, this guide will help you gain a clear picture of rental prices and trends in The Meadows. Based on our property management experience, we will also provide you with some insights into the profile of your potential tenants. This can help you position your villa appropriately in the rental market.

Properties for Rent and Sale in The Meadows

We know how important it is for landlords to keep their fingers on the pulse of the market. Among other things, this includes keeping track of property rental and sale prices. Therefore, in this post, we provide brief information about average villa prices for rent and sale in The Meadows (as of May 2021).

First, let's look at the rental prices, which depend on the villa type and its furnishings. Factors include the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, the availability of a private swimming pool, the condition of the garden, and more. The most common property types and their rental prices available on the market as of May 2021 were as follows:

• Unfurnished 3-bedroom villas – from AED 190,000/year; furnished 3-bedroom villas – from AED 220,000/year.
• Unfurnished 3-bedroom villas with a private swimming pool – from AED 225,000/year.
• Unfurnished 4-bedroom villas – from AED 200,000/year; furnished 4-bedroom villas – from AED 220,000–265,000/year.
• Unfurnished 5-bedroom villas with a private swimming pool – from AED 225,000/year.
• Unfurnished 6-bedroom villas with a private swimming pool – from AED 320,000/year.

Second, let's look at the sale prices. Here, the price factors are similar, but the furnishing type is not taken into consideration. As of May–June 2021, the sale prices were as follows:

• 3-bedroom villas – from AED 3,600,000.
• 4-bedroom villas – from AED 3,900,000.
• 5-bedroom villas – from AED 5,400,000.
• 6-bedroom villas – from AED 6,200,000.

And, of course, villas with lake views command higher prices.

Rental Trends in The Meadows

In general, properties in The Meadows showed a positive rental trend during this period. Specifically, when considering the rental price per square foot, villas in this area did not experience a significant decline during 2020. Moreover, since the beginning of 2021, rental prices had shown a steady increase. To clarify, over the previous five months, prices had increased by an average of 7–8%.

Our statistics also showed that 4-bedroom villas were the most in demand. Therefore, they experienced the largest increase in rental prices, which had been steadily rising throughout 2020 and the first five months of 2021. Rental prices for other villa types showed smaller increases but still followed the general trend.

At the time, we expected rental prices in The Meadows to continue increasing during the second half of 2021.

Most Popular Communities in The Meadows Dubai

The area comprises nine sub-communities. Each of them is gated, green, and family-oriented. Of course, the question of popularity is always subjective. In other words, it depends on individual preferences and the criteria being considered.

So, let's take a closer look at these sub-communities.

Meadows 1

The largest sub-community, with the closest proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road. Rental prices here were among the lowest in the area, and the selection of properties was extensive, particularly for 3-bedroom villas. Thus, this sub-community was highly sought after by tenants who wanted quick access to the main road while benefiting from relatively lower rental prices.

Meadows 2

The second-largest sub-community, Meadows 2 shares with Meadows 1 the advantage of being close to Sheikh Zayed Road. It primarily comprises 4- and 5-bedroom villas. Most villas have swimming pools and, therefore, command higher rental prices. Like Meadows 1, this sub-community was popular among tenants who needed larger villas while also wanting quick access to the main road.

Meadows 3–4

These are nice, small- and medium-sized sub-communities located relatively close to the main road and in close proximity to The Montgomery Golf Club. Many of the villas have beautiful golf views and are therefore highly appreciated by those who enjoy playing golf or want convenient road access.

Meadows 5–8

These are lakeside communities offering mostly 4- to 6-bedroom villas with private swimming pools and stunning lake views. Therefore, these sub-communities were popular with tenants who valued extra comfort and a luxurious lifestyle and were willing to pay for it. Villas available for rent were relatively scarce, as demand was greater than supply. Considering the demand-to-supply ratio, these could be considered among the most sought-after sub-communities.

Meadows 9

The third-largest residential development, Meadows 9 mostly offers 3- and 4-bedroom villas, although 5-bedroom villas are also available. This sub-community has quick access to Al Asayel Street, which contributed to its popularity.

Final Thoughts

To sum up, The Meadows Dubai is a highly family-oriented and green residential development. That is why rental demand has traditionally been strong. The community offers a range of features that can appeal to tenants looking for a comfortable, high-end lifestyle.

If you own a rental villa in The Meadows, managing tenants, tracking property-related tasks, and keeping your rental activities organized can be time-consuming. You can use the BSO Club app to manage your property-related requirements digitally, track tasks, and keep your property activities organized in one place.

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