The Wilds Residences

Aldar's first apartment release inside a certified forest community

The Wilds Residences is Aldar Properties' mid-rise apartment phase within The Wilds — a forest-themed master community in Wadi Al Safa 3 developed through a joint venture with Dubai Holding. Launched in March 2026 following the complete sellout of the villa phase, which generated AED 5 billion in sales, this release comprises 740 homes across six mid-rise buildings. It is Aldar's first apartment-format project in Dubai and creates a materially lower entry point into the same LEED Platinum and Fitwel 3-Star certified ecological community that made the villa launch one of the emirate's fastest-selling off-plan releases.

Unit mix: apartments and limited duplexes at generous scale

The collection spans one- to three-bedroom apartments and a restricted number of two- and three-bedroom duplexes — just 46 split-level homes across the entire phase, creating genuine supply scarcity at the upper end. One-bedroom layouts start from approximately 893 square feet, markedly larger than comparable apartment stock in established urban districts where the same budget competes for considerably less floor area. Duplex configurations reach up to 2,840 square feet with maid's quarters, targeting families who want villa-scale living within a managed apartment community. Interiors are delivered semi-furnished with engineered stone worktops, porcelain flooring, contemporary cabinetry, and brushed bronze bathroom fittings, with buyer choice between light and dark internal palettes.

Biophilic design woven through six mid-rise buildings

Architecture draws on organic forms and contemporary design principles, set within landscaped open spaces planted with native and fruit-bearing trees. Integrated wildlife habitats enhance biodiversity while reinforcing privacy and environmental comfort. At podium level, a winding landscaped pathway anchors the development — connecting gardens, shaded trails, themed discovery areas, and nature-inspired play spaces. The podium also accommodates essential daily infrastructure including retail outlets, a nursery, a clinic, and covered parking. Residents access a 400,000-square-metre living ecosystem with 60,000 square metres of experience-led amenities integrated into the landscape rather than bolted on as conventional tower facilities.

Amenity depth: wellness, creativity, and family life

Beyond the swimming pool and gym shown at building level, the wider amenity programme addresses full-time family residence rather than short-stay investment. Residents have access to a spa, yoga studio, jogging track, co-working space, creative studio, brewing lounge, cinema room, hobby studios, libraries, and dedicated indoor zones for children and teenagers. Discovery and adventure play areas support younger residents, while the broader Wilds masterplan adds cycling trails, nature-oriented clubhouses, shallow streams, birdwatching and stargazing zones, and The Nest Signature Pavilion — a social and educational hub at the community's centre. A premium international school with outdoor learning spaces is planned within the wider masterplan.

Location: Dubailand sanctuary with arterial road access

The community sits along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, opposite Global Village, and is bordered by the established green districts of Al Barari and Majan. Wadi Al Safa 3 offers open land and measured plot densities that give the project a quieter physical context than most mid-market launches in denser Dubai corridors. Cityland Mall, IMG Worlds of Adventure, Dubai Outlet Mall, and Global Village are all within a 15-minute drive, while Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport remain roughly 25 minutes away — placing residents in a nature-first environment with practical connectivity to the wider city.

Investment context and developer credibility

The Wilds masterplan is the first community in the UAE to achieve both LEED for Cities & Communities Platinum and Fitwel for Communities 3-Star certification. Abu Dhabi-listed Aldar brings the delivery credentials of Yas Island and Saadiyat Island's established neighbourhoods to its third Dubai JV community alongside Haven and Athlon. The JV has recorded AED 21.5 billion in combined sales across 3.5 million square metres of Dubai land. The community is registered as freehold and open to buyers of all nationalities, with two- and three-bedroom configurations qualifying for UAE investor residency at current pricing levels. Service charges are set at AED 22 per square foot annually. Buyer funds are held in a DLD-regulated escrow account throughout the construction period.

Relationship to The Wilds villa phase

The Wilds Residences expands Aldar's nature-led masterplan beyond the Cassia Villas and Ravenna Residences villa collections into mid-rise apartment living — giving buyers multiple entry points into the same certified ecological community. Villa owners and apartment residents share access to the full community infrastructure: central park, The Nest pavilion, nature trails, clubhouses, and the international school planned within the masterplan. For buyers who want The Wilds lifestyle without villa-scale capital commitment, this apartment phase is the purpose-built alternative within the same developer-backed ecological framework.