Raya: Emaar Townhouses in Arabian Ranches 3
Raya is a townhouse sub-community within Arabian Ranches 3, developed by Emaar Properties. The project sits inside the wider Arabian Ranches 3 master plan, positioned in the Dubailand corridor southwest of central Dubai.
Arabian Ranches 3: What the Location Means in Practice
Arabian Ranches 3 sits around 30 to 35 kilometres southwest of Downtown Dubai. The drive to Business Bay runs roughly 25 to 30 minutes in normal traffic. Dubai Marina is a similar distance in the other direction. This is a suburban location in the full sense: residents trade central access for larger floor plans, private gardens, and a lower-density community setting. Access runs via Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, one of Dubai's main arterial highways, which keeps the outer-Dubai distance manageable but means peak-hour traffic will be part of the daily routine for anyone commuting into the city.
The Raya cluster benefits from Arabian Ranches 3's internal amenity infrastructure, which includes parks, F&B, and retail accessible without leaving the development. For buyers with a family focus or a preference for community living over urban proximity, the trade-off is deliberate.
3-Bedroom and 4-Bedroom Townhouses
Raya offers two bedroom configurations. 3-bedroom townhouses start at AED 2,105,000 and cover approximately 1,877 to 1,993 square feet. 4-bedroom units start at AED 2,775,000 and range from 2,347 to 2,353 square feet. Both come in Classic and Modern design variants, arranged in 4-plex, 6-plex, and 8-plex cluster formations. Every unit includes a private garden, balcony, built-in wardrobes, a walk-in closet, a maids room, and kitchen appliances.
What the AED 2.1M to AED 2.8M Spread Reflects
The AED 670,000 range between the bottom and top price is driven by bedroom count alone. Three-bedroom units across all layout variants price uniformly at AED 2,105,000 regardless of cluster type or configuration. Four-bedroom units land at AED 2,775,000. The choice is straightforward: the bedroom count determines where a buyer lands in the range, not position within the development or view type.
At AED 2,105,000, the 3-bedroom entry point delivers a fully fitted townhouse with a private garden in an Emaar master community. At AED 2,775,000, the 4-bedroom format adds roughly 400 extra square feet and a fourth bedroom, suiting larger households or buyers who want a dedicated home office without sacrificing bedrooms.
Amenities
| Category | What's Included |
|---|---|
| Green space | Landscaped Gardens, Landscaped Parks, Barbecue Area |
| Fitness and leisure | Gymnasium, Shared Gym, Shared Pool, Children's Pool |
| Family | Children's Play Area, Pets Allowed |
| F&B and retail | Cafe and Restaurants, Restaurants, Retail Facilities |
| In-unit | Private Garden, Balcony, Central A/C, Kitchen Appliances, Built-in Wardrobes, Walk-in Closet, Maids Room |
| Services | Concierge, Maid Service, Security, Covered Parking |
| Views | View of Landmark, View of Water |
With 25 amenities, Raya sits above the standard community offering for this price band. Concierge and maid service are unusual inclusions at the AED 2M townhouse level, and they shift the target profile toward buyers who want a managed community experience rather than a self-sufficient suburban home. The on-site F&B, retail, and green space make everyday life functional within the development's boundaries, which carries real weight given the outer-Dubai location.
Getting In for 10%
The payment plan runs 10% on booking, 70% during construction, and 20% at handover. There is no post-handover instalment option. The structure front-loads most of the financial commitment into the construction period, and the full purchase price is settled at the point keys are handed over.
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 70% |
| Handover | 20% |
A 10% down payment keeps the initial cash outlay low, while the 70% during construction means consistent payments through the build period leading up to handover.
Completion and Handover
Construction began in February 2023. The scheduled completion date was June 2026, which has now passed. The project is likely at or near handover stage, making this a late-stage or completed community purchase rather than a long-term off-plan commitment.