Zahra Townhouses

TL;DR: Zahra Townhouses is the first completed townhouse community within Nshama's 750-acre Town Square Dubai masterplan. Delivered in June 2019, it offers 3-bedroom (2,146–2,229 sqft) and 4-bedroom (2,422 sqft) freehold townhouses with private gardens, maid's rooms, and covered garages. Starting from approximately AED 2.3M with 6.1–6.3% rental yields. Residents enjoy access to Town Square Park — 154,000 sqm of parkland featuring a Wave Rider surf simulator, skate park, and 10+ km of cycling trails.

Overview of Zahra Townhouses at Town Square Dubai

Zahra Townhouses holds the distinction of being the first townhouse sub-community launched and completed within Town Square Dubai, Nshama's ambitious 750-acre master-planned community off Al Qudra Road. Construction began in June 2015, and the development was fully handed over in June 2019, establishing itself as the foundational residential offering within what has grown into one of Dubai's most popular family-oriented communities. Named after the Arabic word for "flower," Zahra perfectly encapsulates the community's design philosophy — contemporary architecture surrounded by extraordinary green landscapes and recreational facilities that prioritize outdoor family living.

Zahra sits near the center of the Town Square masterplan, directly adjacent to the central Town Square Park, which at 154,000 square meters is equivalent to approximately 28 football pitches and ranks among the largest community parks in Dubai. This privileged positioning gives Zahra residents immediate, walkable access to the full spectrum of park amenities — from the unique Wave Rider artificial surf simulator to professional-grade sports facilities — while maintaining the privacy and quiet of a dedicated residential enclave within the broader development.

Unit Types, Layouts, and Interior Specifications

Zahra Townhouses exclusively offers 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom configurations, each thoughtfully designed to maximize family living space, indoor-outdoor connectivity, and privacy.

3-Bedroom Townhouses are available in two layout types with built-up areas of 2,146 and 2,229 square feet on typical plots of 2,213 to 2,284 square feet. The ground floor features an entrance hallway, a maid's room with en-suite bathroom, storage and laundry facilities, a powder room, and an expansive open-plan living and dining area with a fully fitted open kitchen that opens directly to the private rear garden through large sliding glass doors. The upper floor houses the master bedroom with a generously proportioned balcony and en-suite bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms sharing a family bathroom. Each unit includes four bathrooms in total, a covered garage accommodating one to two vehicles, and a private landscaped garden.

4-Bedroom Townhouses offer approximately 2,422 square feet of built-up area on plots of around 2,750 square feet. The ground floor includes a foyer, maid's room with en-suite, powder room, open-plan living and dining area, a fully fitted open kitchen with island and breakfast bar, and a guest or fourth bedroom (which can alternatively function as a formal dining room or study), with patio access to the garden. The upper floor comprises three bedrooms including the master suite with a walk-through dressing area and en-suite bathroom.

All Zahra townhouses share consistent interior specifications designed for modern family comfort. Features include open kitchens with soft-closing cabinetry and breakfast bars, noise-cancelling windows in bedrooms, built-in wardrobes, LED lighting throughout, central air conditioning, spacious laundry rooms, and contemporary finishes that balance durability with aesthetic appeal. The architectural style is contemporary modern with clean, linear facades, large glass windows and sliding doors that flood interiors with natural light, and a design philosophy that emphasizes the connection between indoor living spaces and outdoor garden areas.

Market Pricing and Investment Performance

Zahra Townhouses has demonstrated significant value appreciation since its original launch in 2015, when 3-bedroom units were priced at approximately AED 1.3 million (AED 895–971 per square foot). Current market conditions reflect the community's maturation and growing demand.

Three-bedroom townhouses are currently priced between AED 2,299,900 and AED 3,000,000, averaging approximately AED 2,870,000, with park-facing units commanding a premium. The price per square foot for 3-bedroom units ranges from approximately AED 1,300 to AED 1,460. Four-bedroom townhouses range from AED 2,650,000 to AED 3,250,000, with corner units at the higher end averaging approximately AED 3,200,000.

Rental demand in Zahra is robust and consistent, driven by strong family end-user interest. Three-bedroom townhouses achieve annual rents of AED 140,000 to AED 165,000, averaging approximately AED 148,000, while four-bedroom units command approximately AED 190,000 per year. Furnished units achieve premium rates, with furnished 3-bedroom homes reaching AED 164,999 per annum. Gross rental yields for Zahra townhouses range from 6.1% to 6.3% — competitive within the broader Town Square community where townhouse yields span 5% to 7%, and apartments generate even higher returns of 7% to 8%.

Service charges for Town Square townhouses are notably low at approximately AED 3.50 per square foot per year (RERA-approved), translating to annual charges of approximately AED 7,511 to AED 7,802 for 3-bedroom units and approximately AED 8,477 for 4-bedroom units — significantly below the service charge levels seen in most comparable Dubai communities.

Town Square Park: 154,000 Square Meters of Recreational Excellence

The defining amenity of Zahra Townhouses — and the broader Town Square community — is Town Square Park, one of the largest and most feature-rich community parks in Dubai. Spanning 154,000 square meters with 16 themed community gardens, the park provides an extraordinary range of recreational options for residents of all ages.

The park's signature attraction is the Wave Rider — an artificial surf simulator available to residents for AED 50 per session (AED 70 for non-residents), operating Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday through Saturday from 12pm to 10pm. Complementing the Wave Rider are a professional skate park for skateboarding, BMX, and rollerblading, and a trampoline park for active recreation.

Family-oriented attractions include a splash pad and water park (AED 15 for residents, AED 25 for non-residents) featuring a tipping bucket and water rings, a scenic 70-seat carousel (AED 5 for residents, AED 10 for non-residents), and a kids' train offering scenic rides through the park (AED 5 for residents, AED 10 for non-residents). A jungle gym with slides and a playhouse provides additional play options for younger children.

Sports facilities span dedicated basketball courts, football pitches, and padel tennis courts, while the park's extensive jogging and cycling trail network exceeds 10 kilometers, connecting to the broader Dubai Cycle Track. A dog park, an outdoor cinema, and a dedicated events and performance area round out the recreational offering, creating a park that genuinely serves as a lifestyle destination rather than merely a green space.

Community Amenities and Retail

Beyond the park, Zahra Townhouses residents benefit from the comprehensive amenity ecosystem being developed across the broader Town Square masterplan. The community includes multiple communal swimming pools (adult and children's), a fully equipped gymnasium and fitness center, and access to commercial fitness options including Crank and F45 Training studios. BBQ areas and landscaped community gardens provide additional outdoor socializing spaces.

The Town Square retail environment includes Carrefour, Spinneys, and Geant supermarkets for daily grocery needs, along with Life Pharmacy, Aster Pharmacy, and BinSina Pharmacy for healthcare essentials. The community currently houses 78 active retail outlets, with the full masterplan envisioning a Central Square anchored by over 350 shops, restaurants, and cafes, a Vida-branded hotel, a REEL Cinema cineplex, an open-air cinema, and a total retail precinct spanning 2.5 million square feet with over 600 shops and restaurants.

Transport Connectivity and Location

Zahra Townhouses is accessed via Al Qudra Road (D63), the primary arterial connecting to Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. A significant infrastructure milestone was achieved in May 2025 when a new RTA exit from E611 was opened, dramatically reducing commute times — school runs that previously took 45 minutes are now completed in approximately 12 minutes.

Driving times from Zahra to key Dubai destinations are well-documented: Mall of the Emirates in approximately 25 minutes, Palm Jumeirah in approximately 26 minutes, Dubai Mall in approximately 29 minutes, Dubai Miracle Garden in approximately 15 to 17 minutes, and Dubai International Airport (DXB) in approximately 30 to 43 minutes. Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is significantly closer at approximately 20 to 32 minutes.

Town Square is primarily car-dependent, with no metro station within the community. However, Nshama operates four dedicated community shuttle buses connecting Town Square to Equiti Metro Station on the Red Line. RTA bus routes J02 and F32 also serve the area, with the F32 feeder bus providing connection to Mall of the Emirates Metro Station.

Schools, Healthcare, and Nearby Communities

The educational landscape around Zahra is well-developed, with several reputable institutions within short driving distances. Dubai British School Mira (British curriculum) is just 0.8 kilometers away, Fairgreen International School (IB curriculum) is approximately 3.2 kilometers away, Ranches Primary School (British) is 3.7 kilometers away, and Jebel Ali School (British, not-for-profit) is approximately 13 minutes by car. Additional options include GEMS Winchester School, Nord Anglia International School, Renaissance School Sports City (American), and South View School (British).

Healthcare is served by community clinics and pharmacies within Town Square (including Life Pharmacy, Aster Pharmacy, and BinSina Pharmacy), Aster Clinic at Arabian Ranches (approximately 10 minutes), and Emirates Hospital at Motor City (approximately 14 minutes via Al Qudra Road).

Nearby residential communities include Arabian Ranches 2 (approximately 15 minutes), DAMAC Hills (approximately 17 minutes), Mudon (approximately 17 minutes), The Sustainable City, and Remraam (immediately adjacent). Key landmarks include Dubai Miracle Garden (15–17 minutes, 72,000 square meters with over 150 million flowers), Arabian Ranches Golf Club, and Al Qudra Lake (approximately 30 minutes).

About Nshama — Developer Profile

Nshama was founded in 2014 by Fred Durie, the former Chief Executive of Emaar International who was instrumental in shaping Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and Arabian Ranches during his 13+ years at Emaar. Town Square Dubai, launched in February 2015 as Nshama's flagship project, was conceived as a fully self-contained master-planned city integrating residential, commercial, hospitality, education, healthcare, and leisure across 750 acres — with a total planned capacity of approximately 21,000 residential units (3,000 to 3,500 townhouses and 18,000 apartments).

Nshama has earned recognition including Best Developer 2019 at the Gulf Real Estate Awards, Best International Site Plan 2016 Gold Nuggets Award for Town Square, and Best Developer Middle East at the International Property Awards. The company currently has over 35 apartment communities and 9 townhouse collections within Town Square, with active launches including Belmont, Evelyn, Rosewell, Fiori, Olbia, Camden, Alton, and Augusta — demonstrating sustained development momentum and commitment to the Town Square vision.