Meet Samana Developers: Dubai's Private-Pool Apartment Pioneer

If you've scrolled through off-plan listings in Jumeirah Village Circle or Arjan, you've likely noticed apartments advertising something unusual for the price point: a private pool on every balcony. That feature has a name attached to it — Samana Developers, the Dubai-based developer credited with turning private pools from a villa-only luxury into a standard apartment amenity.

Who Is Samana Developers?

Samana Developers is a Dubai-based real estate developer and the property arm of Samana Group, headquartered in Business Bay. Founded in 2018 under CEO and founder Imran Farooq, the company launched its debut project, Samana Greens in Arjan, the same year — and has since become one of the fastest-growing private developers in the UAE, with more than 50 projects launched across Dubai.

Industry coverage regularly places Samana among Dubai's five largest developers by off-plan sales volume, with a project pipeline reported in the tens of billions of dirhams. In 2025 alone, the company reported close to USD 1.9 billion in gross sales and launched 16 new projects — a pace that has kept it firmly on investors' radar.

The Private Pool Difference

Samana's signature move came in 2019, with the AED 110 million Samana Hills — the first residential project in Dubai to put a private pool in every apartment, not just penthouses. The idea stuck: most Samana launches since have carried the same feature, turning what was once a villa-only luxury into something available from studio size upward.

For investors, that matters beyond the lifestyle appeal. A private pool is a genuine differentiator in Dubai's short-term rental market, where listings with their own pool typically command a premium over comparable units without one — a detail worth factoring into any yield calculation on a Samana unit.

Where Samana Builds

Samana has concentrated its portfolio in Dubai's fastest-growing mid-market communities rather than the already-crowded prime areas:

*Pricing, availability and handover dates above are subject to change — always confirm current figures with our sales team before making a decision.*

The Samana Payment Plan

Samana has built part of its appeal around payment flexibility. Most launches use a date-based structure rather than a construction-milestone plan: typically 15-20% due at booking, followed by equal 1% monthly instalments that can run 70-85 months — often extending three to five years past handover. Some projects instead offer 100/0 (full payment on booking, at a discount) or milestone-based 40/60 plans, so terms vary project by project.

For buyers, the appeal is a lower, predictable monthly outlay instead of large lump sums tied to construction stages. It's also a plan structure that suits investors comfortable holding an off-plan asset well past handover in exchange for a smaller monthly commitment.

Why Investors Are Watching Samana

• A distinctive product. Private pools remain rare enough in the apartment segment that Samana units stand out on rental platforms and resale listings alike.
• Delivery track record. Handovers across JVC and Arjan give the company a track history to check project by project, not just launch renders to take on faith.
• Scale and momentum. 50+ projects launched, a reported top-five ranking by sales volume, and a first move into international markets (Maldives) all point to a developer investing in growth rather than treading water.
• Entry price point. Studios and one-bedroom units in Samana's core communities remain accessible relative to Dubai's prime areas, while still offering the private-pool differentiator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns Samana Developers?

Samana Developers was founded and is led by Imran Farooq, who serves as its CEO. The company is the real estate development arm of Samana Group, headquartered in Business Bay, Dubai.

When was Samana Developers founded?

2018, with its debut project, Samana Greens in Arjan, launching the same year.

What is Samana Developers known for?

Being the first Dubai developer to make private swimming pools a standard apartment feature, starting with Samana Hills in 2019 — a concept most of its later projects have carried forward.

Where does Samana Developers build in Dubai?

Mainly Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Arjan, Dubai Studio City, and Dubai Land Residence Complex, with a first international project recently launched in the Maldives.

What is Samana's payment plan?

Most launches use a date-based plan: around 15-20% at booking, then 1% monthly instalments running several years past handover. Some projects instead offer 100/0 or 40/60 structures — terms vary by project, so confirm the exact plan before reserving.

Is a Samana property a good investment?

Samana's private-pool positioning, delivery record, and reported sales ranking make it one of the more closely watched developers in Dubai's mid-market segment — but as with any off-plan purchase, returns depend on the specific project, location, and payment plan. Our team can walk you through the numbers on any current Samana launch.

Can I buy a Samana property through AB Properties?

Yes. Abdelrahman Badr Properties (RERA license 38889) lists Samana developments including Samana Imperial Garden in Arjan, and can source availability across the developer's other active launches.

Get in Touch

Considering a Samana unit, whether for the private pool, the payment plan, or the location? Abdelrahman Badr Properties works directly with Samana and other established Dubai developers to match buyers with available inventory and the payment plan that fits their budget. Call or WhatsApp us at +971 58 677 4433, or reach out through our contact page — we typically respond the same day.