Mazhar Ali

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The World Islands is a man‑made archipelago set approximately 4 km off Dubai’s coastline, conceived as a collection of islands arranged to resemble a world map. It offers a secluded, maritime setting with uninterrupted Arabian Gulf views and a resort‑style atmosphere distinct from the city’s mainland districts.

Residential real estate here is limited and ultra‑exclusive, centred on standalone beachfront villas, boutique mansion enclaves and a small number of hotel‑apartment offerings within hospitality‑led projects. Several islands within the master development are dedicated to themed, resort‑residential concepts, while others focus on low‑density private homes. Notable sub‑projects feature large 5‑ to 7‑bedroom villas with expansive plots, private pools and direct beach access, as well as unique offerings such as three‑level floating villas. Newer off‑plan islands introduce contemporary mansions with 360‑degree sea and skyline vistas, members’ clubhouses and a strong emphasis on privacy and space.

Lifestyle on the islands is anchored by beachfront living, water‑based recreation and curated hospitality. Completed and upcoming facilities across different islands typically include private beaches, landscaped leisure decks, spas and fitness centres, fine‑dining restaurants, beach clubs and marinas or yacht berths. Certain islands within the cluster have introduced landscaped gardens, infinity pools and event programming, while others plan wellness pavilions and outdoor sports such as paddle tennis and non‑motorised water sports. The character across the archipelago ranges from tranquil second‑home settings to livelier, hotel‑oriented destinations.

Access is by sea; residents and guests reach the islands via scheduled or private boat transfers from the mainland, with journey times dependent on departure point along the Jumeirah shoreline. Internal mobility solutions on select sub‑developments are oriented toward low‑emission or electric transport. There are no Dubai Metro stations on the islands; key business districts, schools and clinics are on the mainland and are reached by boat and onward road connections. From many plots, the Dubai skyline, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina are visible on the horizon, underscoring the development’s appeal to those seeking a high‑privacy waterfront address within reach of the city while remaining distinctly separate from its urban pace.

Date	Location	Specifications	Price ()
17 Sep 2024	Off-plan	6-bedVilla Size: 15,535 sqft	68,000,000 4,377/sqft
17 Sep 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 11,493 sqft	50,000,000 4,350/sqft
17 Sep 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 12,193 sqft	46,000,000 3,772/sqft
17 Sep 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 11,493 sqft	46,000,000 4,002/sqft
13 Sep 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 11,493 sqft	50,000,000 4,350/sqft
13 Sep 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 12,193 sqft	50,000,000 4,100/sqft
04 Sep 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 11,493 sqft	44,362,500 3,860/sqft
04 Sep 2024	Off-plan	6-bedVilla Size: 15,535 sqft	68,000,000 4,377/sqft
30 Aug 2024	Off-plan	6-bedVilla Size: 15,532 sqft	78,750,000 5,070/sqft
28 Aug 2024	Off-plan	5-bedVilla Size: 11,493 sqft	45,000,000 3,915/sqft

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