Set within Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, District One is one of Dubai’s most refined and centrally located residential communities. Known for its low-density layout, shimmering Crystal Lagoon, and expansive green spaces, it offers a blend of seclusion and convenience that’s rare in the city.
This is where families, executives, and global buyers find elegant living without sacrificing access to Downtown, DIFC or the airport. In District One, residents can swim in turquoise waters, walk in landscaped parks, and be at The Dubai Mall in under 10 minutes.
Life in District One is peaceful and polished. From sunrise paddleboarding on the Crystal Lagoon to sunset runs along dedicated jogging tracks, the community is designed for balance. Active, yet tranquil.
The vibe here is discreet. Homes are set on wide boulevards with minimal traffic, surrounded by parks and 8.4km of cycling trails. Security is round-the-clock, and the community has a distinctly international resident base, with many families relocating from Europe and Asia for the privacy, layout, and proximity to top schools.
“District One has become a magnet for well-travelled families and professionals who want the Downtown skyline in view, but not at their doorstep. It’s also one of the few villa communities in Dubai where water, green space, and urban access align.”
District One features three architectural styles across its villa and mansion inventory:
Homes range from 4-bedroom villas to 7+ bedroom waterfront mansions. Most offer private pools, landscaped gardens, and views of the lagoon or Downtown skyline.
The newly launched District One Residences also offer apartment living with waterfront views, ideal for professionals or as portfolio investment units.
“We’ve sold properties here to buyers relocating from Knightsbridge, Bel-Air and Hong Kong. The value they see is in space, design and location. When you’re spending AED 25M+ on a home, you want privacy, security, and capital growth potential. District One delivers on all three.”
With world-class schools, fitness trails, private beaches, and easy access to dining and retail hubs, life here feels considered and complete, the kind of luxury that’s felt in the quiet moments.
District One’s central location puts it within 10–15 minutes of many of Dubai’s top international schools:
This proximity makes District One a top choice for families who want school access without long commutes, a luxury in itself.
The Crystal Lagoon is District One’s signature, a man-made body of turquoise water surrounded by white-sand beaches, open to both swimming and kayaking. It sets the tone for the entire community: luxurious, natural, and peaceful.
Other wellness and leisure amenities include:
This is a lifestyle rooted in health and stillness, ideal for those seeking balance between work and well-being.
District One is intentionally low-commercial, but nearby hubs like Meydan One, Downtown, and Al Quoz ensure everything is close by:
Most residents appreciate the quiet nature of the community itself, many homes include in-house entertainment rooms, gyms, and even private cinemas.
District One has seen sharp appreciation over the last 24 months, driven by scarcity, infrastructure improvements, and international demand. Villas that once sold for AED 14–18M are now regularly achieving AED 22–30M+, especially those on larger plots or with direct lagoon access.
Apartments in the Residences offer yield opportunities as well, starting from AED 1.5M with rental demand from professionals working in DIFC, Downtown, and Business Bay.
Eden Realty manages both on-market and discreet off-market listings in District One, including lagoon-side mansions with custom interiors, furnished resale units, and investor portfolios.
Whether you’re a family seeking a secure waterfront community or an investor looking for long-term capital growth in central Dubai, District One remains one of the city’s most compelling opportunities.
