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Living in DAMAC Hills 2
A large, affordable villa and townhouse community off Al Qudra Road, with themed areas, a wave pool, an equestrian park and a floating cinema.
History
DAMAC launched the community in 2014 as Akoya Oxygen, a 55 million sq ft master development off the Umm Suqeim Road extension. The first residents moved into the Claret cluster in 2019.
It was later renamed DAMAC Hills 2. It now has more than 14,000 villas and townhouses and more than 2,100 apartments, and by 2024 more than 30,000 people lived here. New phases are still being handed over.
What it’s like to live here
Suburban and spread out, with themed areas such as Sports Town, Motor Town and Malibu Beach. There is plenty to do on site, from the wave pool and equestrian park to a floating cinema, and homes are larger for the money than in most of Dubai.
Who it suits
Families and first-time buyers who want a villa or townhouse on a budget, and investors looking for low entry prices.
Getting around
The community sits off Al Qudra Road, between the Jebel Ali to Lehbab Road and the Dubai to Al Ain Road. There is no Metro. Al Maktoum International Airport is about 30 minutes away, the Trump International Golf Club 15 and Dubai Silicon Oasis 35.
Schools, healthcare and shopping
Cherry Tree Nursery is on site. Schools within a drive include GEMS Metropole School, South View School, The Aquila School and GEMS FirstPoint School.
Saudi German Clinic is in the community, with Mediclinic Parkview Hospital and Aster Clinic further afield. There is a Carrefour Market on site, The Ranches Souk nearby and Dubai Outlet Mall about 20 minutes away.
Things to check before you rent or buy
- It is a long drive to central Dubai
- The school run means a drive for most families
- Some phases are still under construction
- Which cluster the home is in, as facilities differ around the community
Facts and figures from Bayut area guides, with history from developer announcements and local press. Checked October 2026. Numbers change as new buildings complete.
Map, hotspots and distances
Schools, transport, shops, places to eat and things to do in and around DAMAC Hills 2, with how far it is to the airports, Downtown and the coast.
Market numbers
Recent prices, rents, yields and sales activity in DAMAC Hills 2.
Latest price change: +9.1% (villas, H1 2026 vs H1 2025)
Average sale prices
H1 2026
| 3-bed villa or townhouse | AED 1,834,000 |
|---|---|
| 4-bed villa | AED 2,147,000 |
| 5-bed villa | AED 2,711,000 |
Average annual rents
H1 2026
| 3-bed villa or townhouse | AED 112,000 |
|---|---|
| 4-bed villa | AED 124,000 |
| 5-bed villa | AED 149,000 |
About these numbers. Bayut figures are average asking prices and rents from listings on Bayut, not completed sales. Sales counts are Dubai Land Department records shown by Property Finder or DXBinteract. Yields are gross, before service charges and other costs. Checked October 2026; we update these figures regularly.
Sources: Bayut H1 2026 sales report, Bayut H1 2026 rental report, Bayut H1 2025 sales report, Property Finder transactions
Who buys and rents here
Bayut named DAMAC Hills 2 its top affordable villa area in the first half of 2026.
Investors who buy here
- Yield investors buying affordable villas (about 6%)
- First-time villa buyers
- Off-plan buyers in new phases
People who live here
- Budget-conscious families wanting a garden
- First-time villa renters
- People working in Dubai South and Jebel Ali
Photos of DAMAC Hills 2
Images: DAMAC Properties.
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DAMAC Hills 2 FAQs
Is DAMAC Hills 2 a freehold area?
Yes. DAMAC Hills 2 is a freehold area, so foreign nationals can buy property here outright.
How far is DAMAC Hills 2 from the airport?
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is about 30 km away in a straight line. Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is closer, at about 25 km, roughly 30 minutes by car.
Is there a Metro station in DAMAC Hills 2?
No, and public transport is limited, so you will need a car.
How much does it cost to rent in DAMAC Hills 2?
Average rents are about AED 112,000 a year for a 3-bed villa or townhouse; about AED 124,000 a year for a 4-bed villa; about AED 149,000 a year for a 5-bed villa (H1 2026). Rents vary with the building, view and condition, so ask us for current rents on a specific home.
What rental yield can investors expect in DAMAC Hills 2?
Gross rental yields average about 6.0% (villas). That is before service charges, maintenance and any time without a tenant, so the net return will be lower.
Have property prices gone up in DAMAC Hills 2?
Yes. Average asking prices per sq ft are up about 9% (villas since H1 2025), based on Bayut market reports. The latest change is +9.1% (villas, H1 2026 vs H1 2025).
Who does DAMAC Hills 2 suit best?
It suits budget-conscious families wanting a garden, first-time villa renters and people working in Dubai South and Jebel Ali. For investors, it suits yield investors buying affordable villas (about 6%).
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