Meydan
and Meydan Horizon
Close to Downtown, priced below it.
Meydan is the district around Meydan Racecourse, south of Business Bay and Downtown between Al Khail Road and MBR City. In the Dubai Land Department register it is three areas: Meydan One, where most homes are Azizi Riviera's mid-rise blocks; Meydan Horizon, where most of the new towers are rising; and Meydan Avenue, home to buildings such as The Polo Residence.
It is a mixed market. Of the 2,205 sales registered between January and September 2026, 63% were off-plan, and the median flat sold at AED 2,210 per sq ft. The finished stock is cheaper: ready flats changed hands at a median AED 1,895, and studios at a median AED 745,000, which is why one flat in ten sold below AED 680,000.
Two projects will change how people move around. The RTA awarded contracts in August 2026 to rebuild Al Meydan Street, with completion at the end of 2028. And the Gold Line, approved in April 2026 for 2032, has a station at Meydan that the Dubai Media Office names as a connection point with Etihad Rail.
Meydan held steady in 2026. The median flat price moved from AED 2,167 per sq ft in the first quarter to 2,244 and 2,224, and the second quarter was the busiest of the year with 830 sales (DLD, Jan to Sep 2026). Betterhomes counted Meydan apartments among the strongest risers in Q2 2026, up 21.4% year on year. Finished flats did soften, from AED 2,003 per sq ft in the first quarter to 1,851 in the third, while ValuStrat put Dubai as a whole 10.2% below February.
Data as of September 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this guide.
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Meydan is a strong recommendation for the right profile. It's also wrong for investors whose objective doesn't match what the zone delivers. Here is our honest read.
- You want gross rent of about 6.7% from a finished flat close to Downtown
- Your budget is AED 700K to 2.8M: the median studio sold for AED 745,000, the one-bedroom for AED 1.77M and the two-bedroom for AED 2.79M
- You can hold an off-plan flat in Meydan Horizon to handover and beyond
- You want to be near the Gold Line station planned for 2032 and the rebuilt Al Meydan Street
- You want a finished, settled neighbourhood around every building today
- You want sea views or a beach
- You need a villa: almost every 2026 sale here was a flat
- Your exit is within two or three years of buying off-plan
What is selling
in Meydan.
Prices are Dubai Land Department medians for each project between January and September 2026.
What is being built,
and when.
What we actually think about Meydan.
Meydan's yield of about 6.7% gross sits close to the Dubai apartment average of 6.9% that Engel & Volkers measured in June 2026, and above Downtown and Creek Harbour. The reason is the finished stock: ready flats trade at about AED 1,830 per sq ft, while rents per foot are close to what Creek Harbour tenants pay. Much of that stock is Azizi Riviera, a large block of similar studios and one-bedrooms, so tenants have plenty of choice and a flat needs a good layout and view to let quickly.
The new towers in Meydan Horizon are a different purchase. Off-plan flats registered at a median AED 2,335 per sq ft, about a quarter above finished flats in the same district (our calculation). That premium is the price of new stock near the Gold Line station, and it only pays off if you hold well past handover.
What rental yield does Meydan make?
About 6.7% to 6.8% gross for finished flats: the median Ejari rent registered between July and September 2026 in the same buildings as the sales, divided by the median ready-flat price between April and September 2026. Service charges, letting fees and empty months come out of it.
Why is the yield higher than in Downtown or Creek Harbour?
Finished flats in Meydan trade at about AED 1,830 per sq ft, well below those districts, while rents per foot are close to Creek Harbour's. Much of the finished stock is Azizi Riviera studios and one-bedrooms, so competition for tenants is real.
How much does a flat in Meydan cost?
Median prices between January and September 2026 were AED 745,000 for a studio, AED 1.77M for a one-bedroom, AED 2.79M for a two-bedroom and AED 4.27M for a three-bedroom, according to the Dubai Land Department.
Is the metro coming to Meydan?
The Gold Line, approved in April 2026 and planned to open on 9 September 2032, includes a Meydan station that the Dubai Media Office names as a connection point with Etihad Rail.
Is District One part of Meydan?
It sits next door and shares the developer family, but we cover it separately: District One is a villa community around a lagoon, while this guide covers Meydan One, Meydan Horizon and Meydan Avenue.
Data as of September 2026
- Dubai Land Department open data, sales transactions, 1 Jan to 30 Sep 2026
- Dubai Land Department open data, Ejari rent contracts (flats), 1 Jul to 30 Sep 2026 registrations
- ValuStrat Price Index via Khaleej Times, August 2026
- Betterhomes: off-plan vs secondary market, Q2 2026 (DLD data), Q2 2026
- Engel & Volkers Dubai residential market report H1 2026, H1 2026 (June 2026 yields)
- Dubai Media Office: Dubai Metro Gold Line approved, 22 Apr 2026
- Dubai Media Office: RTA Al Meydan Street development, 30 Aug 2026
- Dubai Holding: Nakheel and Meydan incorporated into Dubai Holding, March 2024
- MAG, Invest Group Overseas (The Polo Residence), Read October 2026
Meydan Investment Guide: Prices, Rental Yield, Off-Plan Projects
Reviewed by Juan Mejia · 16 October 2026
Meydan, Dubai property guide
Meydan off-plan projects include Imtiaz Symphony Tower, Wynwood Horizon by Imtiaz in M&M Real Estate’s Meydan project snapshot. The guide gives historical Dubai Land Department transaction context, while current unit availability, launch prices, payment plans and handover dates need to be assessed project by project.
Use the area data to shortlist, then compare each unit’s price, layout, payment schedule, contract terms and location pin before reserving.
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Meydan off-plan projects and recorded prices
M&M Real Estate’s Meydan Horizon property guide reports historical transaction data sourced to Dubai Land Department records. Its recorded medians show price context for named projects, not a live offer or a quote for a particular available unit.
| Project | Recorded status | DLD median price | Median price per sq. ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imtiaz Symphony Tower | Off-plan | AED 2.11M | AED 2,504 |
| Wynwood Horizon by Imtiaz | Off-plan | AED 2.23M | AED 2,335 |
The same M&M guide reports a median flat sale price of AED 2,210 per sq. ft. across its Meydan coverage,
How to use these figures: Treat a project median as a record of transactions, not as a starting price or evidence that a matching unit remains available. Compare the actual unit size, floor, view, layout, payment schedule and service charges when reviewing a current offer.
Services for researching Meydan property
M&M Real Estate provides property listings and real estate services, with information on projects, developers, locations and market reports. For Meydan Dubai real estate investment research, that means you can begin with the area guide, identify relevant project names, then speak with an M&M advisor about available property and the details attached to a specific unit.
Project and location comparison
Compare Meydan One, Meydan Horizon and Meydan Avenue as distinct search labels. Check the project’s precise map pin and community name as listings using “Meydan” can refer to different pockets.
Off-plan and ready-market context
Separate off-plan transaction records from completed homes and secondary-market resales.
Need a current shortlist? Ask an M&M advisor to match the Meydan area data with live unit status, unit details and the relevant developer documents.
Discuss Meydan properties
Unit types, payment plans and handover
Review the unit mix, current launch price, payment plan and completion date for each project separately. Treat a studio apartment, larger apartment, townhouse or villa as a specific listing detail, not something to assume from the wider Meydan location label.
For each property under consideration, ask for the unit plan and area, the full payment schedule, the current construction and handover schedule, and the sale and purchase agreement. A payment plan affects cash flow as well as total price, so compare instalment dates and any amount due at handover against the buyer’s available funds.
To establish that a unit is genuinely available and still off-plan, have the advisor check its present listing status and project registration details. Review the developer’s track record, escrow arrangements, contract terms, registration costs and the contract’s process for delayed completion before committing.
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M&M’s Meydan coverage includes Meydan One, Meydan Horizon and Meydan Avenue. Use those labels to organize a search, then compare the exact project pin with the address and site plan: district labels can describe a broad area, while the pin identifies the property’s position.
For a map-based comparison, place each shortlisted project on the same map and assess the route to the places that matter to the intended occupant, such as work, schools, shops or leisure destinations. Compare confirmed, completed amenities with planned facilities separately, and use the project’s own documents for what is included on site.
Buyers comparing Meydan with another Dubai off-plan location can also review Bayline at Rashid Yachts & Marina. It is a separate waterfront project, so assess it as a different location rather than as a Meydan development.
Why choose M&M for Meydan research
M&M Real Estate has a dedicated Meydan location page and a Meydan Horizon guide with location context and DLD-linked transaction data. Its wider site covers projects, developers, locations and market reports, giving an investor a way to connect area-level research with project and listing questions.
The local evidence is useful for framing a conversation: named project records, recorded market prices and a distinction between off-plan and secondary-market stock. Use the figures as historical context, then ask for the current unit documents and status before comparing offers.
Local buyer feedback and market evidence
For Meydan, separate individual buyer opinions from transaction evidence. Use transaction prices as market context, and treat individual buyer opinions as separate perspectives.
When reviewing feedback about a particular building or developer, connect it to the exact project and the buyer’s type of purchase. Then compare that perspective with the unit’s contract, service-charge information and current construction status.
Frequently asked questions about Meydan off-plan properties
What are the current off-plan projects in Meydan Horizon, Dubai?
M&M’s Meydan guide lists Wynwood Horizon by Imtiaz, Imtiaz Symphony Tower and The Caden by Prescott as off-plan projects in its project snapshot. The listed project status does not establish that a particular unit is available today, so ask an M&M advisor to check current inventory.
What are some current off-plan projects in Dubai?
For Meydan, the M&M guide names Imtiaz Symphony Tower, Wynwood Horizon by Imtiaz and The Caden by Prescott. M&M also lists Bayline, a separate Dubai off-plan project at Rashid Yachts & Marina.
Who are the developers associated with the Meydan projects?
Imtiaz is associated with Imtiaz Symphony Tower and Wynwood Horizon by Imtiaz; Prescott is associated with The Caden. Match the developer name on the project documents to the name on the sales contract before paying a reservation amount.
Which Meydan projects offer apartments, villas or townhouses?
Check each project’s current inventory and floor plans to see whether it offers studios, apartments, villas or townhouses.
What starting prices are listed for Meydan off-plan properties?
The figures in M&M’s guide are historical DLD median prices, not starting prices: AED 2.11M for Imtiaz Symphony Tower and AED 2.23M for Wynwood Horizon by Imtiaz. A current launch price depends on the specific available unit and its terms.
When will the listed Meydan projects be completed?
Ask for the latest construction schedule and the handover terms in the sale and purchase agreement for the unit under review.
Which Meydan projects offer payment plans?
Request the current instalment schedule for each unit and compare the timing of payments, including any amount due at handover.
Is buying off-plan property in Meydan worth considering?
It can suit a buyer whose budget, holding period and payment schedule match the project and unit. Compare the current price with the property’s size and location, then assess developer documentation, contract terms, service charges and handover schedule before choosing.
Contact M&M Real Estate about Meydan
Share the Meydan subarea, property type and budget you are researching, and speak with an M&M advisor about current off-plan availability and the documents needed to compare options.
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Figures are past data, this article is general information and not tax, legal or financial advice, and returns are not guaranteed.
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