Emaar Properties · Dubai World Central
Terra Heights
- Apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1–2 BR
- Size
- 364–1,216 sqft
- Payment plan
- On request
- Completion
- 1%
- Available
- On request
- Handover
- Q1 2029
About Terra Heights
Architecture & Design
Terra Heights comprises four mid-rise buildings, each rising ground plus 13 residential floors plus a rooftop level, delivering a total of 1,004 homes. The four structures are arranged in two pairs to form a pair of enclosed courtyards at podium level, a deliberate layout choice that reduces street-level noise and creates defined communal green zones rather than generic open space.
The design language prioritises clean lines and practical floor plates. Units are configured as 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with open layouts engineered to maximise natural light and cross-ventilation. Dual aspect views face either the evolving Expo City skyline or the landscaped courtyards below — a distinction that matters both for liveability and future resale positioning.
Expo Living Master Community
Terra Heights sits within Expo Living, Emaar's residential district anchored to Expo City in Dubai World Central. The broader Expo Living community is planned around a retail mall, amenity platforms, green parks, and direct pedestrian access to Expo City's event and cultural venues. This integration means residents have walkable access to a programme of international events, exhibitions, and public spaces rather than a standalone residential enclave.
The master community benefits from proximity to Dubai Expo Mall for day-to-day retail and dining, with a network of landscaped public realm connecting buildings and parkland. The configuration positions Terra Heights residents within a mixed-use urban district that continues to expand as Dubai World Central matures toward its long-term vision as a second urban core for the emirate.
Amenities & Lifestyle Facilities
At podium level, Terra Heights offers a curated amenity deck designed to cover the full daily routine. The roster includes adult and children's swimming pools, a well-equipped gym, a dedicated yoga deck, multipurpose sports courts, a mini golf area, outdoor children's play spaces, barbecue stations, and an indoor multipurpose room. The courtyard configuration keeps these facilities sheltered and shaded, a practical consideration given Dubai's climate.
The intent is to reduce the need to leave the community for leisure during weekday routines — pools and fitness infrastructure for morning use, social barbecue areas and courts for evenings, and quiet garden zones available throughout. The indoor multipurpose space adds flexibility for residents requiring a private venue for events or community gatherings.
Investment Case
Dubai World Central is in the early stages of a long development arc tied to Al Maktoum International Airport's phased expansion into one of the world's largest aviation hubs. Entry-level pricing in this submarket currently sits below comparable Emaar product in more mature communities, reflecting the lead time before full infrastructure reaches critical mass — a dynamic that historically compresses as handover approaches.
Emaar Properties, the developer, reported AED 14.4 billion in revenue for H1 2024 and a net profit of AED 5.3 billion for the same period, with over 115,000 residential units delivered globally and more than 42,200 currently under development. The escrow account is held with Dubai Islamic Bank under DLD project number 3381, providing the standard regulatory protections applicable to all registered off-plan projects in Dubai. Handover is scheduled Q1 2029, giving a construction timeline of approximately four years from the April 2025 start date.
Key highlights
- 1,004 apartments across 4 mid-rise buildings in Expo Living, Dubai World Central
- 5-minute walk to Expo City; 10-minute drive to Al Maktoum International Airport
- Dual-aspect views: Expo City skyline or landscaped private courtyards
- Full amenity deck: pools, gym, yoga deck, sports courts, mini golf, BBQ areas
- Developed by Emaar Properties; escrow with Dubai Islamic Bank under DLD #3381
- Scheduled handover Q1 2029 with project construction started April 2025
Why this project
- 4 mid-rise buildings forming 2 private courtyards inside Expo Living, 5-min walk to Expo City, 10-min drive to Al Maktoum Airport.
Amenities
- •Adult pool
- •Kids' pool
- •Gym
- •Yoga deck
- •Multipurpose sports courts
- •Mini golf area
- •Outdoor children's play spaces
- •Barbecue spots
- •Indoor multipurpose room
Location
Connectivity & Key Distances
Terra Heights is within a 5-minute walk of Expo City and approximately 10 minutes by car from Al Maktoum International Airport. Dubai Marina is reachable in around 15 minutes by road. The site sits at the intersection of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and major arterials serving Abu Dhabi and central Dubai, with the planned Blue Line metro extension set to add rail connectivity to the area.
Neighbourhood & Nearby Amenities
The immediate neighbourhood includes Dubai Expo Mall for retail and dining, Expo City's public event spaces and cultural venues, and the broader Expo Living green parkland network. Jebel Ali Free Zone and Dubai Investment Park are within a short drive, providing employment proximity for professionals in logistics, trade, and light industry. Emirates Road and Al Khail Road both offer direct routes toward Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport.
Project information
- Developer
- Emaar Properties
- Location
- Dubai World Central
- Handover
- Q1 2029
- Total units
- 1004
- RERA Escrow
- Dubai Islamic Bank
- DLD Project #
- 3381
DLD-verified today
Project intelligence
Live DLD dataReal Dubai Land Department transactions and rent contracts — not developer marketing.
Terra Heights — handover progress
1%Resale at Terra Heights
151 transactions · last 12 months
- 1 BRAED 2,163/sqft1 sale
- 2 BRAED 2,016/sqft150 sales
Dubai World Central market
1 br · 1,906 sales analyzed
Indicative gross yield
At the starting price of AED 787,444, typical rent for a 1 br in Dubai World Central (AED 55,000/year, ~AED 4,600/month) implies a 7.0% gross yield.
Based on 72 DLD rent contracts in the last 12 months. Gross yield excludes service charges, vacancy and management fees.
Source: Dubai Land Department open data. Analytics are computed from registered transactions and rent contracts; figures are indicative and not a guarantee of future performance.
Frequently asked questions about Terra Heights
What unit types are available at Terra Heights?
The development offers 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments. All units feature open layouts designed to maximise natural light, with views oriented toward either the Expo City skyline or the internal courtyard gardens.
Where exactly is Terra Heights located?
Terra Heights is located in the Expo Living community within Dubai World Central (DWC), adjacent to Expo City. It is a 5-minute walk from Expo City, approximately 10 minutes by car from Al Maktoum International Airport, and around 15 minutes from Dubai Marina.
Which bank holds the escrow account for Terra Heights?
The DLD-registered escrow agent for Terra Heights is Dubai Islamic Bank (Public Joint Stock Company), providing the regulatory financial protections required for all off-plan projects sold in Dubai.
What amenities are available at Terra Heights?
Residents have access to adult and children's swimming pools, a gym, a yoga deck, multipurpose sports courts, a mini golf area, outdoor children's play spaces, barbecue stations, an indoor multipurpose room, and landscaped courtyard gardens at podium level.
What is Expo Living and how does it relate to Terra Heights?
Expo Living is Emaar's master-planned residential community built around Expo City in Dubai World Central. Terra Heights is one of the residential projects within Expo Living, giving residents walkable access to Expo City's event venues, Dubai Expo Mall, parks, and the broader community amenity network that Emaar is developing across the district.
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