Greenz by Danube

Greenz by Danube is Danube Properties' first dedicated villa and townhouse community, located in Al Rowaiyah First adjacent to Dubai International Academic City. The development offers 3, 4 and 5-bedroom fully furnished homes across a 4.5 million sq. ft. masterplan.

• Unit Types: 3, 4 and 5-Bedroom Townhouses and Villas

• Starting Price: AED 3,500,000

• Payment Plan: 70/30 with 1% Monthly Instalments

• Handover: December 2029

• Total Community: 4.5 Million Sq. Ft.

• Phase 1 Inventory: 700 Units

• Amenities: 50+ Across 400,000 Sq. Ft.

• Furnishing: Fully Furnished with Italian Dolce Vita Collection

• Dubai's first fully furnished villa master community with no competing product in this corridor at handover

• Entry at AED 1,450 per sqft fully furnished, 20 to 35% below comparable communities in Dubai Hills and Arabian Ranches

• Projected gross rental yields of 6.2% to 7.4%, outperforming most established villa communities in Dubai

• Blue Line Metro and AED 12.8 billion District IO technology hub both arriving at Q4 2029 handover

• Danube's 1% monthly payment plan with no mortgage required during construction

• All units qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, securing residency for the buyer and immediate family

• Danube Properties has delivered 10,000+ units on time since 2014 with zero project failures

• Emirates Road (E611) just 2 Minutes Away

• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road within 6 Minutes

• Dubai Silicon Oasis reachable in 7 to 10 Minutes

• Dubai International Airport (DXB) only 17 Minutes

• Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa 20 Minutes Drive

• Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) 5 to 10 Minutes

• Dubai Outlet Mall 10 to 15 Minutes Away

• District IO Technology Hub in Direct Proximity

• Blue Line Metro Station planned at Walking Distance by 2029 to 203

The community features 50+ amenities across a dedicated 400,000 sq. ft. precinct with five lifestyle zones covering beach, family, sports, wellness and retail.

• Central Park and Landscaped Gardens

• Beach Hub with Sandy Pool Deck and Sun Loungers

• Lap Pool and Kids Pool

• 20,000 Sq. Ft. Indoor and Outdoor Gym

• Double-Height Panoramic Gym

• Spa, Sauna, Salt Therapy and Cryotherapy

• 10 Dedicated Sports Courts

• 3.75km Jogging Loop

• Cycling Tracks

• Kids Daycare Facilities

• Children's Play Areas

• 20,000 Sq. Ft. Retail Boulevard

• Community Masjid

• EV Charging Stations

• 24/7 Gated Security

• 3BR + Maid Townhouse - Size: 2,400 Sqft, G+2 Floors, 3 Bedrooms + Maid, 4 Bathrooms, Price AED 3,600,000

• 4BR + Maid Townhouse - Size: 2,750 Sqft, G+2 Floors, 4 Bedrooms + Maid, 5 Bathrooms, Price AED 4,300,000

• 4BR + Maid Townhouse Premium - Size: 3,100 Sqft, G+2 Floors, 4 Bedrooms + Maid, 5 Bathrooms, Price AED 4,550,000

• 5BR + Maid Semi Detached Villa - Size: 3,700 Sqft, G+2 Floors, 5 Bedrooms + Maid, 6 Bathrooms, Price AED 5,250,000

• 5BR + Maid Twin Villa with Double Height Living - Size: 3,950 Sqft, G+2 Floors, 5 Bedrooms + Maid, 6 Bathrooms, Price AED 7,200,000

• Payment Plan: 70/30

• On Booking: 10%

• During Construction: 60% paid at 1% per month over the construction period

• On Handover: 30% (December 2029)

Market Snapshot

Dubai villa prices rose 19.2% year-on-year in 2024 and transactions in 2025 surpassed 215,000 totalling AED 682.6 billion. The villa segment is the most undersupplied tier, with established communities sold out or trading at significant premiums. Greenz enters this gap as the first fully furnished villa master community in Academic City.

Rental Yield

Academic City townhouse gross yields are tracking at 6.2% to 7.4% as of Q1 2026, around 100 to 150 basis points above Dubai Hills Estate. The 30+ universities and 100,000+ residents create a captive, stable rental demand. Fully furnished units command 12 to 18% rental premium above unfurnished equivalents, boosting net yield from day one.

Capital Appreciation

Three catalysts converge at Q4 2029 handover. The Blue Line Metro is targeted for the Academic City corridor by 2029 to 2030, historically delivering 15 to 25% price uplift in adjacent communities. The government-backed District IO technology hub opens nearby the same year. And Greenz will be the only master-planned villa community in this corridor at handover with no comparable competing product.

Price Per Sqft Value

At AED 1,450 per sqft fully furnished, Greenz is priced 20 to 35% below Dubai Hills Estate and Arabian Ranches which transact at AED 1,900 to 2,200 per sqft unfurnished. This gap represents strong capital upside as the corridor matures.

Key Risk to Note

The 30% balloon payment at handover requires mortgage planning at least 18 months in advance. Walkable retail is still developing and will take 2 to 3 years post-handover to mature. A 3 to 5 year hold strategy is recommended for optimal returns.

Q1. Is the furnishing actually premium or just a basic package?

Every unit comes fully furnished by Dolce Vita, an Italian luxury brand, including Italian kitchen cabinetry, engineered stone countertops, branded bathroom fittings, and a complete furniture set. You move in on day one with nothing left to buy. For investors, the unit is rentable immediately with no additional spend.

Q2. How do I handle the 30% balloon payment at handover in 2029?

Start planning by mid-2028 at the latest. UAE banks offer pre-approval for off-plan handover mortgages up to 24 months in advance. UAE residents can access up to 80% loan-to-value, non-residents typically 50%. The 1% monthly during construction is low enough that most buyers save toward the balloon during the build period.

Q3. Will Academic City property values actually appreciate?

Three things are converging at handover: the Blue Line Metro reaching the corridor, the AED 12.8 billion District IO technology hub opening nearby, and Greenz becoming the area's first ever villa master community. Metro connectivity alone has historically delivered 15 to 25% appreciation in adjacent communities within two years of opening in Dubai.

Q4. What rental income can I realistically expect after handover?

Gross yields in Academic City for townhouses are 6.2% to 7.4% as of Q1 2026. On a 3BR at AED 3.5M that is roughly AED 18,000 to AED 21,600 per month. Fully furnished units also qualify for short-term rental on Airbnb, which can yield 20 to 30% above long-term rates during peak seasons.

Q5. Why choose Greenz over Dubai Hills or Arabian Ranches?

Greenz enters at AED 1,450 per sqft fully furnished versus AED 1,900 to 2,200 per sqft unfurnished in Dubai Hills. You get more space, full furnishing, faster highway access, and an incoming metro that established communities do not have. The tradeoff is 2 to 3 years for the local retail to mature, but the long-term return profile is stronger.