Majid Al Futtaim Projects in Dubai — Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods Reviewed

Majid Al Futtaim Properties is developing two master communities in Dubai: Tilal Al Ghaf, a lagoon-centred residential destination in Al Barsha South, and Ghaf Woods, a forest-themed mixed residential district in Dubailand. Both are fully developer-owned master plans — not sub-plots within a third-party development. Oplus International Realty covers eight active off-plan projects across these two communities, with verified prices, payment plans, and honest buyer profile guidance for each.

Two Communities, Different Investment Cases

Before reviewing individual projects, the key distinction matters: Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods are not interchangeable. They serve different buyer segments at entirely different price points.

Tilal Al Ghaf is centred on a 70,000 square metre recreational lagoon. Its current off-plan pipeline is dominated by ultra-luxury villas and mansions — starting prices in the AED 27–32 million range. The buyer profile Oplus sees most often for this community is a high-net-worth end-user or family looking for a permanent Dubai residence, not a rental yield play.

Ghaf Woods in Dubailand is apartment-led, with multiple mid-rise sub-projects launching at AED 1.2–1.5 million entry points. Layouts range from one-bedroom units to three-bedroom duplexes. This community appeals to investors targeting the Dubai rental market and first-time buyers entering the off-plan segment.

Understanding which community a project sits in is the starting point for any MAF off-plan assessment.

Tilal Al Ghaf Projects

1. Serenity Mansions

Serenity Mansions is an off-plan villa cluster within Tilal Al Ghaf, offering 5-, 6-, and 7-bedroom configurations. Built-up areas range from 12,050 to 12,720 square feet per unit. In-unit amenities include private elevators, basement gym, cinema room, and library. Starting price is AED 27,000,000 per the developer's official pricing at launch.

Payment plan: 60/40 — 10% on booking, 50% across construction phases, 40% at handover.
Handover: Q4 2027.

The AED 27M entry point positions Serenity Mansions firmly in the ultra-prime segment. Buyers at this price level should review comparable secondary market villa transactions in Tilal Al Ghaf through DLD records before committing, to assess whether off-plan pricing reflects current resale market levels.

2. Bo Monde

Bo Monde is a limited release of 13 mansions within Tilal Al Ghaf, available in 6- and 7-bedroom layouts of approximately 12,857 square feet. Amenities include access to private beaches, dining, jogging trails, and convenience retail within the community. Starting price is AED 32,000,000 per MAF's official sales material.

Payment plan: 70/30 — 10% on booking, 60% during construction, 30% at handover.
Handover: Q4 2027.

With 13 units in total, Bo Monde carries genuine scarcity. The 70/30 payment plan is the only MAF project in this review that defers only 30% to handover — buyers using financing should note that banks typically fund against the handover payment, making the 70% construction-phase obligation predominantly self-funded.

Ghaf Woods Projects

Ghaf Woods is MAF's forest-concept master community in Dubailand. Six sub-projects are currently in various stages of development within this master plan. All six carry the same core planning principle: mid-rise residential blocks integrated within a green canopy landscape, with shared community amenities across the district.

3. Cilia

Released in 2024, Cilia offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments alongside a limited number of 3-bedroom duplexes. The project features two façade styles — Twilight and Radiance — allowing buyers to select their preferred aesthetic at purchase. Unit sizes range from 1,453 square feet for apartments to 2,863 square feet for duplex units. Starting price is AED 1,300,000 per MAF's official launch pricing.

Payment plan: 60/40.
Handover: Q4 2027.

Amenities at Cilia include mountain biking loops, fitness facilities, spa, and barbecue areas shared across the Ghaf Woods community infrastructure.

4. Arista

Arista is a more recently launched off-plan project within Ghaf Woods combining residential and natural surroundings. Unit types cover the range expected for the community — apartments and duplexes catering to single residents, couples, and families.

Payment plan: 60/40.
Handover: Q4 2027.

Note: Specific unit sizes and confirmed starting price for Arista were not available from verified sources at the time of publication. Oplus recommends requesting the official floor plan and price list directly from the MAF sales team before making any purchase assessment.

5. Lacina

Lacina is a 324-unit mid-rise development in Ghaf Woods offering 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom duplexes. Unit sizes run from 1,111 to 3,245 square feet. The project's amenity design includes a ripple pavilion, rustle pavilion, breeze pavilion, game room, and shared lawn areas. Starting price is AED 1,300,000 per MAF's official pricing.

Payment plan: 60/40 — 10% on booking, 50% during construction, 40% at handover.
Handover: Q4 2028.

At 324 units, Lacina is the largest confirmed unit count among the Ghaf Woods apartment projects in this review. Buyers focused on exit liquidity should note that larger buildings in emerging communities can face resale absorption challenges in the early years post-handover.

6. Serra

Serra offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom duplexes within Ghaf Woods. Unit sizes range from 1,052 to 2,935 square feet. Amenity highlights include a therapeutic garden, fitness stations, and forest-edge pools. Starting price is AED 1,200,000 per MAF's official launch pricing — the lowest entry point among the Ghaf Woods apartment projects reviewed here.

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Payment plan: 60/40 — 10% on booking, 50% during construction, 40% at handover.
Handover: Q3 2027.

Serra carries the earliest handover date of all Ghaf Woods projects in this review, scheduled for Q3 2027. For investors prioritising time to rental income, this timeline is a relevant consideration relative to the other projects in the same community.

7. Distrikt

Distrikt is a vertical development within Ghaf Woods offering 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom duplexes. Unit sizes range from 804 to 3,552 square feet. Amenity features include co-working pods, pool, and green canopy integration. Starting price is AED 1,500,000 per MAF's official pricing.

Payment plan: 60/40 — 10% on booking, 50% during construction, 40% at handover.
Handover: Q3 2029.

Distrikt has the latest handover date among the Ghaf Woods projects reviewed — Q3 2029. Investors should factor the extended holding period into their capital deployment calculations, particularly if comparing against projects in the same community with Q4 2027 delivery.

8. Capria

Capria rounds out the Ghaf Woods apartment pipeline with 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom duplexes, sized from 829 to 2,080 square feet. Community amenities include pool access, canopy areas, and co-working spaces. Starting price is AED 1,500,000 per MAF's official pricing.

Payment plan: 60/40 — 10% on booking, 50% during construction, 40% at handover.
Handover: Q1 2029.

Project Comparison at a Glance

Project	Community	Type	Size (sq ft)	Starting Price	Handover
Serenity Mansions	Tilal Al Ghaf	Villas (5–7BR)	12,050–12,720	AED 27,000,000	Q4 2027
Bo Monde	Tilal Al Ghaf	Mansions (6–7BR)	~12,857	AED 32,000,000	Q4 2027
Cilia	Ghaf Woods	Apts + Duplexes (1–3BR)	1,453–2,863	AED 1,300,000	Q4 2027
Arista	Ghaf Woods	Apts + Duplexes	TBC	TBC	Q4 2027
Lacina	Ghaf Woods	Apts + Duplexes (1–3BR)	1,111–3,245	AED 1,300,000	Q4 2028
Serra	Ghaf Woods	Apts + Duplexes (1–3BR)	1,052–2,935	AED 1,200,000	Q3 2027
Distrikt	Ghaf Woods	Apts + Duplexes (1–3BR)	804–3,552	AED 1,500,000	Q3 2029
Capria	Ghaf Woods	Apts + Duplexes (1–3BR)	829–2,080	AED 1,500,000	Q1 2029

All prices are developer-stated at launch. Confirm current pricing directly with MAF sales before committing.

Who Each Community Suits

Tilal Al Ghaf suits buyers in the ultra-prime segment who want a finished, branded family residence with lagoon access and a controlled community environment. With Serenity Mansions starting at AED 27M and Bo Monde at AED 32M, the capital requirement is substantial. Rental yield is not the primary driver for buyers at this price point — most are purchasing for personal use or long-term capital appreciation in a supply-constrained luxury segment.

Ghaf Woods suits investors and first-time Dubai property buyers in the AED 1.2–1.5M range who want off-plan exposure to a master-planned community with a longer delivery horizon. The forest concept is a clear differentiator from the beach and lagoon communities that dominate Dubai's premium apartment market. The risk is community maturity: Ghaf Woods is still in early development across multiple concurrent sub-projects, and buyers should assess what will actually be completed and operational by each individual project's handover date.

Oplus recommends buyers considering multiple Ghaf Woods projects compare handover dates carefully. Serra (Q3 2027) and Cilia (Q4 2027) are the nearest to delivery. Distrikt (Q3 2029) and Capria (Q1 2029) carry a further 18–24 months of holding period against the same community context.

About Majid Al Futtaim Properties

Majid Al Futtaim was founded in 1992 and operates across retail, hospitality, and real estate in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Its property division is the master developer of Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods in Dubai. The company's model — retaining master plan control and developing community infrastructure alongside residential phases — differentiates it from sub-plot developers who sell land to third parties.

For buyers assessing developer risk, MAF's retail and hospitality revenues provide financial diversification beyond property sales alone. This does not eliminate off-plan delivery risk, but it represents a different risk profile than a pure-play residential developer.

To review available units across MAF's Dubai projects or compare them against other off-plan options in Dubailand and Dubai South, explore the Oplus Dubai real estate page or contact an Oplus agent directly.

FAQ

What are the two main communities developed by Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai?

Majid Al Futtaim Properties is the master developer of two communities in Dubai. Tilal Al Ghaf is a lagoon-centred residential destination in Al Barsha South, focused on villas and mansions at the ultra-prime end of the market. Ghaf Woods is a forest-concept mixed residential district in Dubailand, built around mid-rise apartment projects with entry prices from AED 1.2 million.

What is the starting price for Serenity Mansions at Tilal Al Ghaf?

Serenity Mansions by Majid Al Futtaim starts from AED 27,000,000 per the developer's official launch pricing. Units are 5-, 6-, and 7-bedroom villas ranging from 12,050 to 12,720 square feet. Handover is scheduled for Q4 2027, with a 60/40 payment plan requiring 10% on booking. Buyers should confirm current pricing directly with MAF sales as prices may have changed since launch.

Which Majid Al Futtaim project in Dubai has the earliest handover?

Among the projects reviewed, Serra in Ghaf Woods has the earliest scheduled handover at Q3 2027, followed by Serenity Mansions, Bo Monde, and Cilia — all targeting Q4 2027. Lacina is scheduled for Q4 2028. Capria targets Q1 2029 and Distrikt Q3 2029. Serra's earlier delivery date may be relevant for investors prioritising time to rental income within the Ghaf Woods community.

What payment plan do Majid Al Futtaim projects use?

Most MAF off-plan projects use a 60/40 payment plan: 10% on booking, 50% across construction phases, and 40% due at handover. Bo Monde is the exception — it uses a 70/30 structure with 10% on booking, 60% during construction, and 30% at handover. The 70/30 structure means a higher proportion of the purchase price is paid before handover, which affects cash flow planning for buyers using financing.

Is Ghaf Woods a good investment in Dubai?

Ghaf Woods is an emerging master community in Dubailand with multiple concurrent off-plan sub-projects delivering between Q3 2027 and Q1 2029. The forest concept differentiates it from beach and lagoon communities in Dubai, and entry prices from AED 1.2 million are accessible relative to other master-planned communities. The main risk is community maturity — buyers should assess what infrastructure and amenities will be operational at their specific project's handover date, not at the community's eventual completion.

Can foreigners buy property in Tilal Al Ghaf or Ghaf Woods?

Yes. Both Tilal Al Ghaf and Ghaf Woods are designated freehold areas where foreign nationals can purchase property with full ownership rights. Purchases in these communities follow standard Dubai Land Department procedures, including title deed issuance through a DLD-registered trustee office and standard DLD transfer fees of 4% of the purchase price.

About This Article This guide was produced by the Oplus International Realty editorial team, a licensed UAE real estate brokerage headquartered in Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi. Project details are sourced from Majid Al Futtaim Properties' official marketing material and verified against publicly available developer announcements as of March 2026. All prices are developer-stated at launch and may have changed. Buyers should confirm current pricing and availability directly with MAF before making any purchase decision. Oplus advises buyers and investors across Abu Dhabi and Dubai on property acquisition, off-plan investment, and market analysis.

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