Majid Al Futtaim Properties | Guide + Majid Al Futtaim New Projects 2026

Majid Al Futtaim Properties Facts

• Developer Name: Majid Al Futtaim Properties
• Established Year: 1992
• Headquarters: Dubai, UAE
• Project Types: Apartments, penthouses, townhouses, villas, mansions
• Starting Price: From AED 1.2M (apartments in Ghaf Woods)
• Payment Plan: Flexible Plans (e.g. 10% Down / 50% During Construction / 40% On Handover)
• Popular Areas: Ghaf Woods, Tilal Al Ghaf, Al Zahia

About Majid Al Futtaim Properties: Forest and Lagoon Communities from the Group Behind Mall of the Emirates

Looking to invest in Dubai properties? Majid Al Futtaim Properties is the real estate arm of Majid Al Futtaim, the Emirati-owned group behind Mall of the Emirates and the City Centre malls.

The group was founded in 1992 by Majid Al Futtaim, who passed away in 2021. Majid Al Futtaim Properties is led by CEO Ahmed El Shamy.

Its approach is placemaking: mixed-use communities that put homes next to retail, leisure and entertainment. It describes five such communities across the UAE, Oman and Lebanon, including Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods in Dubai and Al Zahia in Sharjah. Al Zahia is owned by Sharjah Holding, a joint venture with Sharjah Asset Management, and totals 3,700 homes.

Tilal Al Ghaf is built around Lagoon Al Ghaf and is mainly villas and townhouses. Ghaf Woods, launched in 2024, is the group's first apartment-led community in Dubai and is billed as the city's first forest-living destination. It covers 738,000 square metres, with more than 7,000 planned units and 35,000 trees.

Construction is advancing: Majid Al Futtaim awarded a AED 2 billion main contract for Capria East, Capria West and Maravelle Residences at Ghaf Woods.

Major Communities & Key Locations by Majid Al Futtaim Properties

Majid Al Futtaim Properties builds in one of the best areas in UAE, with its current off-plan sales concentrated in two Dubai communities.

• Ghaf Woods (Dubailand, Dubai): A freehold, forest-themed apartment community off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, with projects including Serra, Lacina, Cilia, Capria and Maravelle Residences.
• Tilal Al Ghaf (Dubai): A freehold villa and townhouse community around Lagoon Al Ghaf, with projects including Aura, Alaya, Harmony, Amara, Serenity Mansions, Elysian Mansions and Bo Monde. The first Elan townhouses sold out in 2020.
• Al Zahia (Sharjah): A one-million-square-metre gated community anchored by City Centre Al Zahia. Its final phase of homes has already been released, so it is a completed community rather than an active launch.

Amenities & Lifestyle Facilities within Majid Al Futtaim Projects

Majid Al Futtaim Properties designs each community around outdoor living and integrated retail rather than standalone buildings.

• Forest-Living Landscapes with Interconnected Forest Pathways (Ghaf Woods)
• Lagoon Al Ghaf with Sandy Beaches and Waterfront Dining (Tilal Al Ghaf)
• Wellness Pavilions, MTB Trail and Skatepark (Lacina, Ghaf Woods)
• Community Malls Next to Residential Neighbourhoods (City Centre Al Zahia, Ghaf Woods Mall)
• On-Site Schools and Mosques
• Swimming Pools and Fitness Centres
• 24/7 Security and Covered Parking

Flexible Payment Plans with Majid Al Futtaim Properties

Majid Al Futtaim Properties offers milestone-based plans, and the split depends on the community and project.

• 10% Down Payment | 50% During Construction | 40% On Handover
• Ghaf Woods (e.g. Lacina): 10% on booking, 50% pre-handover, 40% on handover.
• Alaya, Aura & Harmony (Tilal Al Ghaf): 10% on booking, 45% during construction, 5% on handover, 40% post-handover.
• Amara (Tilal Al Ghaf): 10% on booking with instalments to 60% during construction, 40% on handover.

Awards & Recognitions by Majid Al Futtaim Properties

Majid Al Futtaim Holding, the parent group, ranked 7th in Forbes Middle East's Top 100 Arab Family Businesses 2025.

The same list placed the group 6th in 2022.

Why Buy Property from Majid Al Futtaim Properties in UAE?

A developer backed by one of the region's best-known retail and property groups, building communities designed around daily life rather than standalone towers.

• Group Heritage: Part of the group behind Mall of the Emirates and the City Centre malls, founded in 1992.
• Master-Planned Scale: Ghaf Woods plans 7,000+ units, and Al Zahia totals 3,700 homes.
• Distinctive Settings: A lagoon at Tilal Al Ghaf and forest living at Ghaf Woods.
• Freehold and Staged Payments: Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods are freehold, with plans starting from 10% down.

Ready to own a home in Lacina at Ghaf Woods by Majid Al Futtaim Properties? Reach out to our property experts for the latest prices, floor plans, and payment options.

Frequently Asked Questions about Majid Al Futtaim Properties UAE

Is Majid Al Futtaim Properties a good developer for investment in UAE?

It is the property arm of a group founded in 1992 that also owns Mall of the Emirates and the City Centre malls. Its communities pair homes with retail and leisure, but returns depend on the project, phase and handover date, so compare each before buying.

Can foreigners buy property from Majid Al Futtaim Properties in UAE?

Yes, in its Dubai communities. Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods are freehold, so buyers of any nationality can own outright.

What payment plans are available for Majid Al Futtaim Properties projects? 

Ghaf Woods projects such as Lacina use 10% down, 50% before handover and 40% on handover. Several Tilal Al Ghaf projects use 10% down, 45% during construction, 5% on handover and 40% post-handover.

What projects does Majid Al Futtaim Properties currently offer?

Current projects include Serra, Lacina, Cilia, Capria and Maravelle Residences in Ghaf Woods, and Aura, Alaya, Harmony, Amara, Serenity Mansions and Elysian Mansions in Tilal Al Ghaf.