Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City)
The City Within a City
Avg Price/sqft
AED 1,400–3,000
Rental Yield
5–7%
Population
35,000+
About Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City)
MBR City is one of Dubai's most ambitious master-planned developments, featuring luxury residences, the Meydan Racecourse, and a crystal lagoon. Developed by major names including Sobha, Meydan, and Azizi, the district offers a premium living experience with extensive green spaces and waterfront amenities.
Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City) Master Plan — Districts & Communities
MBR City is a master development made up of several districts rather than a single document. Each district’s official master plan, floor plans and brochures are published by its respective developer (Meydan, Sobha Realty, Nakheel) — see the official developer links in the sources below. All names and master plans are the property of their respective owners.
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District One (D1)
Developer: Meydan Sobha (Meydan + Sobha Realty JV)
Flagship low-density villa estate built around the Crystal Lagoon, with roughly 65% open green space. Construction began 2013; launched January 2014.
District One West
Developer: Meydan / Nakheel (Dubai Holding)
Newer luxury villa & mansion extension of District One along the Crystal Lagoon. Marketed under both Meydan and Nakheel following the 2024 consolidation.
Sobha Hartland
Developer: Sobha Realty
An 8 million sq ft waterfront community in the north-east of MBR City, ~3 km from Burj Khalifa, with a 22-hectare green belt and 12,000+ residential units.
Sobha Hartland 2
Developer: Sobha Realty
A master-planned mixed-use extension (~8 million sq ft) with villa and apartment series handing over from 2026.
Meydan One
Developer: Meydan Group
Luxury district on Ras Al Khor Road adjacent to Business Bay, anchored by the planned Meydan One Mall and Meydan One Tower, and including the Azizi Riviera waterfront cluster.
District 7 (Mag Eye at Meydan)
Developer: MAG Property Development
A transit-oriented residential district within the Meydan portion of MBR City.
District 11
Developer: Multiple developers
Residential district within the Meydan master area, home to several villa and apartment communities.
Nad Al Sheba (incl. NAS Gardens)
Developer: Meydan Group
An established district within the Meydan portion of MBR City; Nad Al Sheba Gardens is a newer multi-phase villa/townhouse community.
Meydan City sub-communities
Developer: Meydan Group
The Meydan City quarter around the Dubai Racing Club / Meydan Racecourse, with several established villa communities.
Dubai Hills Estate
Boundary inclusion debatedDeveloper: Emaar / Meraas (Dubai Holding)
A large golf-centred community. Often listed alongside MBR City by portals, but its boundary inclusion is debated and it is commonly treated as a standalone master community.
Key Facts
Meydan Group is the government-backed master developer of MBR City. As of March 2024, Meydan and Nakheel were consolidated under Dubai Holding — which is why some newer projects (e.g. District One West) are marketed under both the Meydan and Nakheel names. Individual districts are delivered by their own developers (e.g. Sobha Realty for Sobha Hartland).
Construction & Handover Updates
District One West
~56% complete (Dec 2025) · Phase 1 handover Q1 2027, Phase 2 Q1 2028
Sobha One (Sobha Hartland)
~78.5% complete (Mar 2026) · handover targeted Q4 2026
Sobha Hartland 2 — Villas Series 1
~90% complete (Q1 2026) · handover 2026
Meydan One Mall
Under construction · opening date not officially confirmed
Prices (as of May 2026)
Indicative market figures compiled from public property portals (Bayut, Property Finder, Propsearch) as of May 2026. Prices change frequently — verify current figures with the developer or a licensed broker.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Crystal Lagoon (District One)
Marketed as the world's largest man-made swimmable lagoon, the centrepiece of District One, built with Crystal Lagoons patented technology.
Meydan Racecourse
World-class horse-racing venue and home of the Dubai World Cup, anchoring the Meydan City quarter.
Meydan One Mall
Planned as one of the world's largest malls (600+ shops, 100+ F&B, a dancing fountain and an indoor ski slope). Under construction; opening date not officially confirmed.
Schools
Hartland International School and North London Collegiate School Dubai sit within/near Sobha Hartland; further schools serve the wider area.
Parks & green space
Sobha Hartland's 22-hectare green belt and District One's ~65% open green space, plus extensive landscaped parks across the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
MBR City is made up of several districts, including District One and District One West (around the Crystal Lagoon), Sobha Hartland and Sobha Hartland 2, Meydan One, District 7 (Mag Eye), District 11, Nad Al Sheba, and the Meydan City villa communities. Dubai Hills Estate is sometimes listed alongside MBR City, but its boundary inclusion is debated.
Meydan Group is the government-backed master developer. Individual districts are delivered by their own developers — for example Sobha Realty (Sobha Hartland) and Meydan Sobha (District One). Since March 2024, Meydan and Nakheel have been consolidated under Dubai Holding.
A mix of luxury villas, mansions, townhouses and apartments. District One and District One West focus on lagoon-facing villas and mansions, while Sobha Hartland and Meydan One offer apartments and townhouses.
MBR City is a master development of multiple districts rather than a single document. Each district's official master plan, floor plans and brochures are published by its respective developer (Meydan, Sobha Realty, Nakheel) — see the official developer links in the sources on this page.
Sobha Hartland villas in MBR City have delivered 30–50% appreciation since launch. District One lagoon-facing mansions are trophy assets with limited supply and strong UHNW demand.
— Market Insight, Real Estate Club Dubai
Living in Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City)
Property Types
Lifestyle
Upscale community living with crystal lagoon, racecourse, and expansive green spaces.
Transport & Connectivity
Al Meydan Road and Ras Al Khor Road access, 10 min to Downtown Dubai, 15 min to DXB Airport, planned internal transit system.
Handing over in Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City)
Official DLD construction status for buildings we track here — get notified when yours moves.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, District 11- Opal Gardens
97%Expected Sep 2026 · 438 units
Sobha Hartland Waves Opulence
95%Expected Sep 2026 · 363 units
Sobha Hartland - Crest Grande
DoneHanded over Apr 2026 · 2,364 units
The Fields At D11 - Mbrmc
DoneHanded over Apr 2026 · 1,028 units
Azizi Riviera 55
DoneHanded over Jan 2026 · 393 units
Azizi Riviera 69
DoneHanded over Nov 2025 · 352 units
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Sources & Data Transparency
The information on this page is compiled from publicly available sources. Last reviewed on 26 May 2026. Figures are indicative and subject to change. Project names, master plans, brochures and trademarks are the property of their respective developers; this is an independent informational guide and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any developer.
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