What is The Valley?
The Valley is a residential community developed by Emaar Properties.
It aims to be a suburban, family-oriented enclave combining nature, lifestyle, wellness, and modern design.
The project covers multiple phases, with a growing number of sub-communities (clusters) and housing typologies (townhouses, villas, twin villas, etc.).
Location & Connectivity
Where: Along the Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66).
The community is somewhat on the outskirts (toward the east side) to provide a balance between tranquility and accessibility.
Connectivity: The location offers relatively direct access via E66 and via other road networks.
With ongoing infrastructure development (roads, possibly public transport or links), the value proposition is tied to expanding connectivity.
Master Plan, Scale & Layout
The Valley’s new phase spans 200 hectares and will include over 4,500 residential units.
The design philosophy is to weave together “neighbourhoods through green sanctuaries and dynamic activity hubs.”
It has a “Town Centre” (retail, dining, cafés) at its heart to serve the community.
Amenity hubs: sports and recreational zones, parks, walking/jogging trails, landscaping corridors, etc.
Internal clustering by sub-communities (Eden, Nara, Orania, Rivana, Farm Gardens, etc.) with variations in typology and design.
Types of Residences & Sizes
Townhouses: 3 and 4 bedroom options are common.
Villas: 3, 4, 5 bedroom villas (standalone) in some sub-communities.
Twin villas (sometimes 3-5 beds) in certain clusters.
Sizes (built-up area) vary — from around 1,800 sq ft upwards (for some townhouses) to larger villa footprints (up to ~6,070 sq ft in some offerings).
Some sub-communities have special designs/styles. E.g. “Farm Gardens” with more spacious lots and garden / outdoor integration.
Amenities & Community Features
Here’s a selection of what is (or is planned) in The Valley:
Town Centre – ~32,000 sqm for retail, dining, cafés, al fresco spots.
Sports Village – ~20,000 sqm. Includes courts, outdoor gym, etc.
Kids’ Dale / Play Areas – Designed for children’s play, open spaces.
Pocket Parks / Green Corridors – Smaller parks interwoven through clusters.
Golden Beach – A “beach” element (waterfront or sandy waterfront) as a lifestyle feature.
Other services – Healthcare, education, retail within or nearby; 24/7 security.
Pricing, Payment Plans & Completion
Prices: Entries quoted start from around AED 2.35 million (for certain villas / houses) — but this depends heavily on cluster, size, and phase.
Payment Plans: Emaar has offered flexible plans (e.g. 60/40, post-handover installments) in some phases.
Completion / Handover: Because The Valley is multi-phased, different clusters have different delivery timelines. Some are completed, others are ongoing.
For example, Nima The Valley has a scheduled delivery in September 2027.
The broader “community completion” timeline is often quoted between 2023 to 2027, depending on phase.
Strengths & Potential Concerns
Strengths / Pros:
More spacious / suburban lifestyle compared to dense urban settings.
Green spaces, integrated amenities, and community-centric design.
Potential upside if infrastructure connectivity improves.
Multiple housing types to suit different buyers / investors.
Concerns / Critiques:
Some residents or observers have remarked that interiors or layouts (in certain clusters) may feel constrained (e.g. space tightness). > “You can’t fit a 3 seater sofa … you can’t have a king bed …”
The distance from central Dubai (commute time) could be a factor depending on where one works / frequently visits.
Delivery risk / delay is inherent in multi phase developments (depending on how construction progresses).
Value heavily tied to future infrastructure improvements and demand.
