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Palm Jumeirah

Frond villas and branded towers. A buyer's guide by Tarek Wazzan.

Facts checked 30 September 2026 · General information, not advice

Short answerPalm Jumeirah is Nakheel's man-made island off Dubai's coast. Construction began in June 2001 and the first residents moved in during 2007. It is freehold, and buyers choose between frond villas, Shoreline and trunk apartments, and new branded and luxury towers.

What Palm Jumeirah is

Palm Jumeirah was developed by Nakheel, now part of Dubai Holding. The National records that construction began in June 2001 and that the first residents arrived in 2007. The island has a trunk with apartment buildings and hotels, 16 fronds lined with villas, and an outer crescent of hotels and resorts.

What you can buy

Frond villas, mostly resale, with private beach access and widely varying condition. Apartments on the trunk and Shoreline, an established resale and rental market. And new luxury and branded towers from developers such as Omniyat, AHS and Ellington.

What to check

  • For villas: the plot, the build and any modifications, and whether they were approved.
  • For branded residences: what the brand fee and service charge include, and any rental restrictions.
  • For off-plan towers: DLD registration, escrow and construction progress.
  • Which side of a frond, and whether a view could be blocked later.

Questions

Can foreigners buy property in Palm Jumeirah?

Yes. Palm Jumeirah is a freehold area in Dubai, so non-UAE nationals can own property there, registered with the Dubai Land Department.

What should I check before buying in Palm Jumeirah?

For villas: the plot, the build and any modifications, and whether they were approved. For branded residences: what the brand fee and service charge include, and any rental restrictions. For off-plan towers: DLD registration, escrow and construction progress. Which side of a frond, and whether a view could be blocked later.

Who can advise me on Palm Jumeirah?

Tarek Wazzan, Senior Property Consultant at NAAS Properties, advises buyers and investors on Palm Jumeirah in English and Arabic. Message him on WhatsApp or use the contact form on this page.

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