In the coming years, at Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) the newest metro line is being launched — Blue Line. According to official data, the project includes nine ground stations and five underground stations, the route is about 30 km long, and is designed to serve more than 1 million residents in key areas of the city.
This means that transport accessibility is becoming a strong driver for rising property prices, and investors should pay attention to areas along the route that are not yet “promoted”.

What is known about the route and dates
• The line starts from the station Al Jaddaf (transfer from the green line) and passes through districts Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City, Academic City.
• The project is registered at the level of the city authorities: Sultan Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum approved this route, which gives it a high priority.
• It is predicted that the line will reduce traffic congestion along the way by 20% and increase the value of land and real estate near stations by up to 25%.

Why this is important for the real estate market

Strong transport support
Districts along the line will have access to the subway with high speed and convenience, which increases the attractiveness for rent and improves liquidity.

The growth in demand for the “second wave” of districts
When central locations are already in price, the next growth is in areas that are just receiving infrastructure improvements. Examples: Al Jaddaf, Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City, Academic City.

Investors benefit from advance
Buying property now in areas that are not yet fully developed can give a significant upside — a rise in prices when the line goes into operation.

Focus areas for investments
• Al Jaddaf — close to the start of the route, gets lively
• Dubai Silicon Oasis — technology cluster, future hub
• International City — already a residential area, but still with potential
• Academic City — student environment and developing infrastructure

The presence of a metro line makes these areas particularly interesting for investing in residential properties with rental potential.

What to look for when choosing an object
• Close to the metro station: how close is the facility
• Type of accommodation and its suitability for rent or living
• Future neighboring sites: is the district overloaded with new projects
• The developer's reputation and the quality of the project — the infrastructure around the metro is often strengthened
• Type and transport accessibility: the presence of a metro station increases demand and liquidity