Nakheel unveils Palm Springs community for 50,000 residents

Nakheel, a Dubai developer, announced a new master-planned community called Palm Springs on 10 November 2026. Khaleej Times reported that it will cover 3.8 million square metres in southern Dubai, next to Palm Jebel Ali, and is planned to house about 50,000 residents.

Layout and community facilities

The project is organised into 15 neighbourhoods. According to the report, the plan includes two schools, one hospital and six mosques, together with retail space and cultural venues. A Country Club and a Sports Club are also part of the design.

Open space is a major feature. Roughly 593,000 square metres is set aside for green areas, and more than 35 kilometres of routes are planned for cycling, jogging and walking. Shaded walkways and climate-responsive landscaping are included.

Sustainability and access

Khaleej Times said the community has received LEED Communities Platinum precertification and will use integrated water, energy and waste solutions. It is planned to connect to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Maktoum International Airport.

Khalid Al Malik, CEO of Dubai Holding Real Estate, said the aim is to bring homes and supporting infrastructure together from the outset.

What is not yet known

The report does not give a construction timeline, handover dates, total investment or prices. Those details will matter most to prospective buyers, tenants and businesses considering the area.

Why it matters for residents

Palm Springs adds to the growth of southern Dubai around Palm Jebel Ali and Al Maktoum International Airport. For residents, new supply of this scale can influence rents and property prices in nearby areas over time, although the effect depends on when units are released. Anyone considering a purchase should wait for official launch details and check project registration with the Dubai Land Department before committing funds.