Iconic Trophy Mansion in Al Barari Sells for AED 107 million (US $29m)

Maria Morris Global completes ultra-prime transaction at a new price/per sq.ft record in The Collection by KOA, within Dubai’s exclusive Al Barari community.

Date: 13th May 2025 | Dubai, UAE

Maria Morris Global is proud to announce the landmark sale of Y3 - KOA's AMAIA villa in The Collection - a fully custom-built, ultra-luxury home, for AED 107,000,000 (US $29 million). Represented by market-leading Al Barari specialists Ellie Street and Ryan Almond, this extraordinary 5-bedroom home has set a new benchmark in the exclusive super-prime community, achieving the highest ever villa price per sq.ft at AED 6,316 per sq. ft.

Spanning an impressive 16,939 sq. ft of built-up area on a plot of 22,804 sq. ft, this architectural masterpiece blends timeless design with state-of-the-art functionality. Stunning features include a private rooftop bar and lounge, a fully equipped gym, and an executive-grade home office—making it not just a home, but a private sanctuary tailored for the modern ultra-high-net-worth lifestyle.

Maria Morris Global represented the buyer in this transaction, reinforcing the firm’s continued dominance in Al Barari’s super-prime segment and further cementing its position as the No.1 real estate agency in the community (Sources - Property Finder & Bayut).

Commenting on their landmark mansion sale, Ellie Street – Sales Director & Ryan Almond – Area Team Leader said “We are thrilled to have completed the sale of one of the most stunning ultra-prime homes in Dubai. This marks an exciting chapter for Dubai’s luxury property market—and for Al Barari in particular, as we are witnessing a clear shift toward more meaningful ultra-prime purchases, where exceptional design, natural surroundings, and true exclusivity are paramount. Homes like this also perfectly demonstrate Maria Morris Global’s ability to offer best-in-class properties tailored to the discerning needs of our global clientele.

Al Barari has firmly established itself as one of Dubai’s most desirable and resilient super-prime communities, due to its nature-rich offering that appeals to a global HNW audience seeking privacy, space, and serenity—without sacrificing access to the city’s commercial and cultural core.

“We are incredibly proud of Ellie and Ryan for facilitating this milestone sale in one of the most extraordinary homes in Dubai” said Maria Morris, Founder & CEO of Maria Morris Global. “Their in-depth and unrivalled knowledge of Al Barari and dedication to matching HNW clients with their perfect homes, continue to set new records in Dubai’s luxury property market and proves why Maria Morris Global is the stand-out leading agency in the luxury market. This sale reflects the calibre of both our super-prime property portfolio and our global HNW clients.

Maria Morris Global were proud to represent the buyer in this transaction, with Charlie King of Allsopp & Allsopp representing the seller.

This AED 107 million transaction follows closely behind another headline-making super-prime transaction in Al Barari just two weeks prior, where a custom-built, seven-bedroom villa featuring a full-sized rooftop paddle court sold for over AED 121 million. These two back-to-back super-prime sales mark a significant shift in positioning Al Barari amongst the top-echelon of Dubai’s ultra-prime property landscape, showcasing the unprecedented global demand for exclusive, design-led residences in nature-rich environments.

Al Barari - A Global Super-Prime HNW Destination

The real estate offerings in Al Barari are as diverse as they are luxurious. From the large plot villas of The Reserve to the architecturally refined homes in The Nest and The Residences, and the design-forward apartments in Seventh Heaven and Ashjar, each enclave offers something unique. These homes are increasingly viewed not just as residences, but as long-term lifestyle assets—safe, secure, and situated in one of the most stable economic environments in the world.

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