Dubai has announced plans for the world’s first Mercedes-Benz branded city, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global leader in luxury real estate, branded developments, and large-scale urban innovation. The project, valued at Dh30 billion, will be developed by Binghatti Developers in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, marking a landmark moment in branded city development worldwide.
The master-planned development, named Mercedes-Benz Places – Binghatti City, will be located in the Meydan area and will span over 10 million square feet, positioning it among the most ambitious branded real estate projects undertaken in the region.
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A New Benchmark in Branded Urban Development
Unlike traditional branded residences, the project is envisioned as a fully integrated branded city, embedding Mercedes-Benz’s design philosophy, innovation standards, and luxury identity into the urban fabric of the development. This signals a shift in how global luxury brands are extending their presence beyond products and standalone residences into comprehensive lifestyle ecosystems.
The development represents the second residential collaboration between Binghatti Developers and Mercedes-Benz, following the earlier launch of Mercedes-Benz Places Dubai. The expansion into a full city-scale project highlights the success of branded real estate models in Dubai’s property market.
Strategic Location and Scale
Situated in Meydan one of Dubai’s fastest-growing mixed-use districts the project benefits from strategic connectivity to key business, lifestyle, and leisure hubs. The scale of the development allows for a blend of residential, lifestyle, and community-focused components, aligning with Dubai’s broader urban planning vision.
The project’s size and investment value underscore growing confidence in Dubai’s real estate sector, particularly in high-end, design-led developments that cater to international investors and high-net-worth individuals.
Reflecting Dubai’s Global Investment Appeal
Dubai has increasingly emerged as a global destination for branded real estate, attracting collaborations between leading developers and internationally recognised luxury brands. The Mercedes-Benz branded city further strengthens this trend, reinforcing Dubai’s reputation for innovation, regulatory clarity, and investor-friendly frameworks.
From an economic perspective, large-scale branded developments contribute to capital inflows, job creation, and long-term urban value creation, while also enhancing Dubai’s global city branding.
Redefining the Future of Luxury Living
The Mercedes-Benz branded city reflects a broader evolution in real estate, where brand identity, design excellence, and experiential living play a central role in property development. As global demand grows for differentiated, lifestyle-driven urban environments, Dubai continues to position itself at the forefront of this transformation.
With the Dh30 billion project, the emirate once again demonstrates its ability to set global benchmarks in real estate development combining scale, brand power, and long-term vision.
