Living in Nice, DAMAC Lagoons
Nice is a villa and plot sub-community within DAMAC Lagoons, a master-planned lagoon development by DAMAC Properties in Dubai's Dubailand corridor. The sub-community is named after the French Riviera city and sits alongside other Mediterranean-themed sub-projects inside the wider DAMAC Lagoons masterplan. Buyers here transact primarily in residential plots and off-plan villa registrations rather than finished apartments.
Nice, DAMAC Lagoons at a glance
- Developer
- DAMAC Properties
- Property types
- Residential plots & off-plan villas
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Sub-projects
- DAMAC Lagoons – Nice 1 & Nice 2
- Parent community
- DAMAC Lagoons
Property prices in Nice, DAMAC Lagoons
DLD data records 44 plot and off-plan villa registrations in Nice over the trailing 12 months to June 2026, with a median transaction price of AED 2,613,500 — ranging from AED 2,160,000 to AED 7,000,000 (Source: DLD, Trailing 12 months to 2026-06). Note that the DLD dataNote flags Nice 1 as the dominant sub-project (61% of transactions in the 12-month window), so these figures are influenced by that segment. No per-square-foot data is available for plots; all figures reflect total plot/off-plan villa registration prices only. For broader apartment context across DAMAC Lagoons, see the community-wide figures below.
| Median price, Jun 2026 (1 month, 11 txns) | AED 2,325,000 |
|---|---|
| Median price, Q2 2026 (3 months, 25 txns) | AED 2,300,000 |
| Median price, 12 months to Jun 2026 (44 txns) | AED 2,613,500 |
| Average price, 12 months to Jun 2026 | AED 2,839,227 |
| Price range, 12 months to Jun 2026 | AED 2,160,000 – AED 7,000,000 |
| Off-plan share | 100% (all transactions are plot/off-plan villa registrations) |
For reference, community-wide across DAMAC Lagoons, the median apartment off-plan price per sq ft was AED 1,860 over the trailing 12 months to June 2026 (1,155 transactions, Source: DLD, Trailing 12 months to 2026-06). That broader figure is dominated by DAMAC Lagoons – Valencia (79% of those transactions) and should not be read as specific to Nice.
Getting around Nice, DAMAC Lagoons
Metro & transport
- DAMAC Lagoons is a car-dependent masterplan; no metro station is within the community itself
- The nearest Dubai Metro access points are on the Red Line, reachable via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)
- Bus and ride-hail services (Careem, Uber) serve the broader Dubailand corridor
Drive times
- Dubai Marina — ≈25 min
- Mall of the Emirates — ≈20 min
- Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa — ≈30 min
- Al Maktoum International Airport — ≈20 min
- Dubai International Airport — ≈35 min
Amenities near Nice, DAMAC Lagoons
DAMAC Lagoons Crystal Lagoon
DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya)
Carrefour, Mudon
Aster Clinic, Mudon
Fairgreen International School
Dubai Outlet Mall
Living in Nice, DAMAC Lagoons: the honest take
Nice sits inside a large lagoon-themed masterplan that is still maturing, which means residents who move in early benefit from relatively lower plot prices but must plan for an environment where community facilities, retail, and public transport connections are still developing. The sub-community suits buyers who prioritise space, a villa lifestyle, and proximity to Al Maktoum International Airport over walkability or instant urban convenience. The lagoon and water-themed amenities within DAMAC Lagoons are a genuine draw for families, and the Dubailand location provides good access to Emirates Road and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road for commuters heading toward Dubai Marina or Downtown.
Things to consider
DAMAC Lagoons is a large off-plan masterplan and Nice is one of multiple sub-projects still under construction phases; buyers should verify handover timelines and exact plot specifications with the developer or a registered broker before committing. All DLD transactions recorded for Nice are classified as plot or off-plan villa registrations, meaning resale of a finished, titled villa is limited — liquidity for secondary market sellers may be lower than in more established communities. There are no metro stations within walking distance, making private vehicle ownership effectively essential. Retail and dining within the community itself remain limited at the time of writing.
Is Nice, DAMAC Lagoons a good investment?
The DLD recorded 44 plot transactions in Nice over the 12 months to June 2026, with a median price of AED 2,613,500, and 11 transactions in June 2026 alone at a median of AED 2,325,000 — suggesting consistent deal flow for a sub-community of this type (Source: DLD). No year-on-year price change figure is available in the DLD data for Nice specifically, so capital growth cannot be quantified from current records. The fact that 100% of transactions are off-plan registrations means this sub-community is driven almost entirely by developer sales rather than secondary market resale activity; true resale price discovery will only emerge once units are titled and handed over. For investors, the key variables to monitor are DAMAC's delivery schedule, the pace of infrastructure completion across DAMAC Lagoons as a whole, and demand trends on Al Maktoum Airport-adjacent corridors as that airport expands. Buyers seeking income from day-one rental yields should note that a finished, tenanted product is not yet widely available in Nice, and community-wide DAMAC Lagoons apartment off-plan data (which skews heavily toward Valencia) is not directly comparable to villa plot values here. A balanced view: the entry price point relative to finished villa communities closer to the coast may appeal to long-horizon investors, but the off-plan nature and limited secondary liquidity represent meaningful near-term risk.
Nice, DAMAC Lagoons FAQs
What property types are available in Nice, DAMAC Lagoons?
DLD transaction data shows that activity in Nice consists of residential plot and off-plan villa registrations. There are two sub-projects — DAMAC Lagoons Nice 1 and Nice 2 — both developed by DAMAC Properties.
What is the median price for a plot in Nice, DAMAC Lagoons?
Based on DLD transactions, the median plot price over the trailing 12 months to June 2026 was AED 2,613,500, across 44 recorded transactions. In June 2026 alone, the median was AED 2,325,000 across 11 transactions. Note that no per-square-foot data is available for plots.
Is Nice, DAMAC Lagoons freehold?
Yes, DAMAC Lagoons is a freehold development, meaning non-UAE nationals are eligible to own property here.
How far is Nice, DAMAC Lagoons from key Dubai destinations?
Nice is located in the Dubailand corridor. Typical drive times are approximately 20 minutes to Mall of the Emirates, 25 minutes to Dubai Marina, 30 minutes to Downtown Dubai, and 20 minutes to Al Maktoum International Airport.
Are there schools near Nice, DAMAC Lagoons?
Fairgreen International School in the Dubailand corridor is among the nearest options. The broader area is still developing its education infrastructure, so buyers with school-age children should confirm current and planned school capacity before purchasing.
Is there a metro station near Nice, DAMAC Lagoons?
There is no metro station within or immediately adjacent to DAMAC Lagoons at present. Residents typically rely on private vehicles, with Red Line metro access available further afield via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
Can I buy a resale (secondary market) property in Nice, DAMAC Lagoons?
All DLD-recorded transactions in Nice to date are classified as plot or off-plan villa registrations, indicating the secondary resale market for titled, finished villas is very limited. As the community matures and units are handed over and titled, secondary inventory is expected to grow. Speak to a C&B broker for current availability.
