Dubai has many large villa communities. The Acres Estates Phase 3 takes a different approach. It puts more focus on the link between the home and its surroundings.
Meraas has planned the community with standalone villas, private gardens, walking routes and swimmable lagoons. The project is located in Dubailand. It is part of a larger residential development.
In April 2026, Meraas developer awarded AED 2.4 billion in construction contracts for the new phases of The Acres and The Acres Estates. The contracts cover 557 villas. This includes 371 villas in the latest Acres phase.
The project stands out because of how its homes, green spaces and shared areas work together.
Villa Design and Outdoor Space
The Acres puts the villa at the centre of its design.
Large glass openings bring more natural light into the living areas. Double-height spaces make the rooms feel larger. Private gardens add useful outdoor space.
The main Acres collection includes 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas. Reported sizes range from around 3,048 to 6,001 sq ft.
For buyers, three details are worth checking:
- Internal floor area and room layout
- Plot size and garden space
- The villa’s position within the community
These details can affect daily living more than the bedroom count alone.
Amber and Ivory Villa Styles
The larger Estates collection offers two design styles: Amber and Ivory.
Ivory uses a lighter stone-based look. Amber combines warmer wood tones with stronger geometric details.
This gives buyers a choice in the look of the home. Both styles keep the focus on large interiors and outdoor space.
Lagoons and Community Facilities
Water is another key part of the master plan.
The Acres includes swimmable lagoons, beaches and floating decks. A Lagoon Clubhouse is also part of the plan.
These areas give residents shared spaces outside their own homes. The clubhouse adds a place for leisure and social activities.
The wider community plan also includes a primary school, nursery, healthcare services and retail areas.
Their value will depend on when each facility opens. Buyers should check the latest delivery schedule before treating these as available amenities.
Villa Sizes for Larger Families
The Acres focuses on standalone villas rather than attached homes.
The main collection includes three to five-bedroom properties. The larger Estates collection offers 5, 6 and 7-bedroom homes.
This range can suit different family needs. It can work for growing families and multi-generational households.
Buyers should still look beyond the bedroom count. The floor plan, garden, parking, plot size and villa position can have a bigger effect on how the home works.
Location and Road Access
The Acres Estates Phase 3 is located in Dubailand. It is away from the dense development found in central Dubai.
Meraas highlights access through Emirates Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street. The project is also close to several established leisure and residential areas.
The main benefit is space. Buyers can access larger villa formats in a lower-density setting.
The trade-off is travel time.
Buyers should check their usual routes to work, schools and other key places. This is especially important for people who spend most of their time in Downtown Dubai or other central areas.
Construction Progress in 2026
Construction progress is now an important part of the buying decision.
Meraas reported 19.18% overall progress after its June 2026 inspection. The same project information showed a 14.75% DLD progress figure from May 2026.
The figures use different reporting dates and sources. Both show that construction is underway.
The AED 2.4 billion construction contracts awarded in 2026 also give buyers a clearer view of the project’s current stage.
Off-plan buyers should review construction progress along with the SPA, payment plan and expected handover date.
Dubai Market Context
The wider Dubai market remained active in 2026.
Dubai Land Department recorded AED 252 billion in real estate transactions in Q1 2026. This was a 31% increase year on year. The quarter included 60,303 transactions. Real estate investment reached AED 173 billion.
The luxury segment also saw strong activity. DLD reported AED 87.71 billion in luxury real estate investments during the same quarter.
These figures provide useful market context. They do not guarantee price growth for The Acres Estates Phase 3.
The investment case still depends on the individual property. Buyers should compare the price, plot, size, payment plan, construction progress and competing villa supply.
Vaishali M