Dubai Invests AED 680M Into New Townhouse Community In Al Barsha South

May 25, 2026
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Dubai Holding has announced a significant residential investment with the completion of Lantana Hills, an exclusive chain of townhouses located in the Dubai Science Park (DSC), Al Barsha South. The overall investment programme for Lantana Hills will exceed AED680 million (approximately $185 million) and is a vital part of Dubai Holding’s overall strategy to expand the supporting network of long-term families to the local and international communities in the entire emirate.

Lantana Hills will have 390 houses – each house will include either three or four bedrooms (both designed as suitable for family use) and will be located in a gated area. This new development supports the growth of the overall Dubai real estate market, which continues to see demand from both local and international buyers for larger handpicked Dubai properties within low-density communities.

DubaiInvestsAED680MIntoNewTownhouseCommunityInAlBarshaSouth

Family-Oriented Community To Be Built in Choice Location

This development is intended as a suburban neighborhood to enhance connectivity, provide green open space and lifestyle-based amenities.

According to the developer, the proposed development will provide:

Open space that is landscaped
Facilities focused on the community
Updated infrastructure
Amenities for families
Designs that allow for walking

This development will be located in Al Barsha South; this location will provide connectivity throughout Dubai, via the primary road networks, and proximity to commercial districts.

Dubai Holding Asset Management reported that the project will be located within:

10 minutes of Dubai Hills Mall
15 minutes of Mall of the Emirates
20 minutes of Dubai Mall
25 minutes from Al Maktoum International Airport

In addition, this development is located within close proximity to Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai Motor City, Arjan, Jumeirah Village Circle and Dubai Production City. Interest in the purchase of townhouses for sale in Dubai is continuing to grow, and developers are continuing to respond to that interest with the development of suburban areas.

The project is expected to draw investors to buy off plan townhouses in Dubai; as property buyers seek family-oriented, integrated communities.

Modular Construction Technology To Speed Up The Delivery

AMANA has been selected to work as the main contractor for the project and they will also be responsible for delivering the construction. AMANA has indicated that they will use the Modula (DuBox) and Modular (DuPod) system to enable the project to use modular construction.

The following information was provided about the project:

Approximately 85% of the construction will occur off site.
Material waste will decrease by approximately 30%
Onsite safety will improve by up to 70%
Construction timeframes will accelerate considerably.

The following elements will be included in the project:

2730 modular units that use DuBox
2020 bathroom pods that use DuPod.

Experts in the industry have stated that modular construction is becoming increasingly popular within Dubai real estate as many of the developers continue to strive for faster delivery times and better sustainability standards. There is also an increasing demand from investors to purchase off plan townhouse for sale In Dubai; therefore more developers are choosing to use modern construction methods to build more efficiently.

The Sustainability Continues to Play a Key Role

Dubai Holding Asset Management includes sustainability within their strategic plan as the centrepiece. Lantana Hills has been developed according to sustainable development practices. As a result, it has received LEED for Cities and Communities: Plan & Design – Silver Precertification and is currently awaiting full certification.

Given these certifications are now important considerations for potential buyers of this property type and provide a significant opportunity to achieve the following benefits, analysts suggest that as a result of these certifications becoming more prominent buyers are placing greater importance on:

Energy savings
Environmental sustainability
Long-term operational efficiencies
Community design that focuses on health and well-being

The demand for high-end luxury properties for sale is also increasing due to buyers prioritising communities that focus on health and well-being and include green infrastructure. With its prime location, in addition to its focus on sustainability, Lantana Hills may also appeal to foreign investors looking for property investment in Dubai.

Demand for Townhouses in Dubai is Still on the Rise

In the market for townhouses in Dubai, demand is again high as more and more buyers are seeking out larger homes and suburb-like communities with ready access to amenities.

Industry analysts have attributed the trend to the following factors:

Increase in population
Family relocation demand
Flexible employment arrangements
Lifestyle-oriented living
Demand for gated communities

The increased activity surrounding townhouses for rent in Dubai has shown that there is an increasing need for more living space by expatriate families. Additionally, there appears to be an increasing interest in furnished townhouses for sale in Dubai as investors focus on properties available for immediate transportation into, as part of a master-planned development.

Handover is Set for The Second Half Of 2027

Dubai Holding Asset Management expects the handover of the project will take place in the second half of 2027. According to industry experts, this development will likely become one of the best residential projects in Dubai due to its focus on sustainability, modular construction, and comprehensive planning.

It is also anticipated that this project will assist with ongoing long-term trends of real estate investment Dubai as there is increasing demand for suburban living. As a major real estate Firm in Dubai, Dubai Holding Asset Management maintains a focus on building sustainable communities to support future residential development needs and to increase demand for Rental Properties in Dubai.
Historic buyers looking for modern house in Dubai are expected to have strong demand for Low Density projects similar to that of Lantana Hills as well.

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