Italian luxury carmaker Maserati has announced plans to develop a private residential island off Dubai’s coast, marking its expansion beyond automobiles into luxury real estate. Named Maserati Island, the development will be located within Dubai’s World Islands, a group of artificial islands designed to resemble a world map.
The project will combine the automaker’s Italian design heritage with residential and resort-style facilities, joining other ambitious artificial island developments in the Gulf, including Qatar’s Pearl development, which combines waterfront residences, shopping and leisure facilities.
Maserati Island to feature 840 luxury residences
The development will include 840 branded residences, seven waterfront villas and two tree villas surrounded by greenery. The first phase will offer 232 residences, ranging from studios to four-bedroom homes. Each will feature a private swimming pool and views of the surrounding sea. The interiors will draw inspiration from Maserati’s Gran Turismo vehicles, which combine performance, comfort and luxury.
Private beaches, lagoon and yacht access
Maserati Island will offer several leisure and wellness facilities, including private beaches, a central lagoon, resort-style swimming pools, spas and fitness centers. The development will also feature a water-sports marina, a floating Italian restaurant and a beach club.
Maserati Island joins a growing range of UAE waterfront developments, each built around a different approach to residential living. From private islands to residences within established resorts, the differences are worth examining.#DubaiRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate
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Developers plan to introduce luxury yacht shuttles connecting the island with mainland Dubai. Residents will also have access to co-working lounges, retail spaces and concierge services. The project reflects growing interest in exclusive island properties.
Luxury carmakers expand into real estate
Maserati joins several luxury automakers that have expanded their brands into residential properties. In June 2025, Aston Martin unveiled N°001 Minami Aoyama, a four-story private residence in Tokyo developed with Japanese real estate company VIBROA.
Bentley has also entered the market with Bentley Residences in Miami. The development includes a two-story penthouse listed for $37.5 million. Its features include a glass-enclosed garage inside the living space, accessible through a private vehicle elevator. Porsche and Mercedes-Benz have also introduced branded residential developments.
The expansion comes as luxury property markets attract wealthy international buyers. A 2025 study found that Greece’s luxury real estate prices had reached levels comparable to established Mediterranean destinations, highlighting demand for exclusive properties. Unlike individual luxury homes or condominium towers, Maserati Island will extend the automaker’s identity across an entire island community. Property prices have not yet been announced. The first residences are expected to be handed over starting in 2030.
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