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COMMUNITY GUIDE
City Walk
Urban living in the heart of Dubai
City Walk is a stylish urban destination in Dubai with residences, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
48+Building Developments
5–6%Gross Rental Yield
~5,500–6,000Resident Population
AREA OVERVIEW
Where is City Walk?
Nestled in the heart of Jumeirah, at the junction of Al Wasl Road and Al Safa Street — minutes from Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and Jumeirah Beach, with easy access to Sheikh Zayed Road and the Burj Khalifa Metro Station.
Key distances
- Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa6 min by car
- Dubai International Airport12 min by car
- Jumeirah Beach10 min by car
- DIFC / Business Bay10 min by car
- Dubai Marina18 min by car
- Dubai Mall8 min by car
Transport links
- Metro Red Line — Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall StationApprox. 15 min walk or 5 min drive from City Walk
- Bus Routes — C14, 28, 81 & 7Multiple stops directly serving City Walk along Al Wasl Road
PROPERTY MARKET
What can you buy in City Walk?
Studio
From AED 630,000AED 99,000 – 150,000 / yearCompact urban units, ideal for young professionals and short-term rental investors
Apartment 1 Bedroom
Avg AED 2,683,641AED 143,000 – 176,000 / yearMost popular unit type — strong rental demand with avg 6.1% gross yield
Apartment 2- bedroom
Avg AED 4,190,193AED 220,000 – 272,000 / yearSpacious layouts with balconies, park or skyline views — ideal for couples and small families
Apartment 3- bedroom
From AED 4,000,000AED 330,000 – 396,000 / yearPremium finishes, generous sq ft, suited for families seeking central urban living
Duplex 3 - 4 Bed
From AED 8,000,000AED 330,000 – 600,000 / year3–4 bedroom units across two floors, private terraces and pools in select buildings
Penthouse
From AED 8,000,000AED 600,000 – 1,350,000 / yearLimited collection with panoramic Burj Khalifa views, 2,500+ sqft, rooftop access
LIFESTYLE
Living in City Walk
City Walk is a pedestrian-first, open-air urban community with a resort-like atmosphere, world-class dining, retail, and entertainment — built for residents who want everything at their doorstep.
Walkable boulevards and parks
Tree-lined streets, Central Park green spaces, and open-air plazas create one of Dubai's most walkable and liveable neighbourhoods.
Dining and nightlife
A curated mix of international restaurants, rooftop lounges, artisan cafés, and licensed venues — all steps from your front door.
Retail and everyday services
200+ retail outlets, supermarkets, pharmacies, Liv Hospital, Canadian University Dubai, and wellness centres all within the community.
Entertainment and attractions
Coca-Cola Arena, The Green Planet bio-dome, Roxy Cinemas, and Hub Zero are all located within City Walk — unmatched in central Dubai.
GETTING AROUND
Getting around
Residents benefit from direct Sheikh Zayed Road access, nearby metro connectivity, and one of Dubai's most walkable street networks — making City Walk exceptionally easy to navigate by foot, car, or public transport.
Metro
The Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station on the Red Line is a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive — connecting residents directly to Downtown, DIFC, and Dubai Airport.
Road access
Positioned at the junction of Al Wasl Road and Al Safa Street, with quick access to Sheikh Zayed Road — Downtown Dubai is 6 minutes away and the airport just 12 minutes by car
Bus access
RTA bus routes 7, 28, 81, and C14 serve City Walk directly along Al Wasl Road, providing affordable connections across the city.
Walkability
City Walk is one of Dubai's most walkable communities — wide shaded boulevards, Central Park, and pedestrian-friendly plazas mean daily errands, dining, and leisure rarely require a car.
INVESTMENT CASE
Why invest in City Walk?
City Walk is one of Dubai's most distinctive low-rise freehold communities — combining central location, lifestyle premium, and consistent investor demand in a supply-constrained district developed by Meraas.
Average gross yield range
Yield varies by unit size, furnishing, and rental strategy — furnished units and short-term rentals can push returns higher
Price per sqft growth
Property values per sqft rose 10% in H1 2025, driven by limited low-rise supply and strong end-user demand in central Jumeirah.
Transaction volume growth
Sales volume in City Walk has been on a strong upward trajectory, reflecting deep buyer confidence in the Meraas-developed district.
Capital gains tax in Dubai
Dubai remains fully tax-efficient for international investors — no capital gains tax, no income tax on rental returns.
Liquidity profile
City Walk is a freehold community open to all nationalities, with 1,264 apartment transactions recorded in the last 12 months per DLD data.
Track record
Developed by Meraas and fully operational since 2016, City Walk has a proven rental market, strong occupancy, and consistent price appreciation over nearly a decade.
Interested in a property in City Walk?
Our Dubai advisory team can shortlist the right homes, buildings, and investment options for your goals.