5 things to know about Dubai’s newest property firm, BT Properties

BT Properties, the international arm of Pakistan’s real estate giant Bahria Town, has officially entered the UAE market with the launch of its Dubai South head office in January 2025. The move marks a major milestone in the developer’s global expansion plan and brings with it over three decades of real estate experience from Asia’s property sector.

Based in Dubai South – a 145 square kilometre master-planned city near Al Maktoum International Airport – BT Properties is betting big on one of the emirate’s most promising growth corridors. Its initial focus is on developing a large-scale, mixed-use community that includes villas, townhouses and apartments.

Here are five things to know about Dubai’s newest real estate player:

1. Strategic location in Dubai South
   BT Properties has chosen Dubai South as its home base – a rapidly emerging hub designed to accommodate one million residents. Located adjacent to the Expo City legacy site and the future hub of Dubai’s logistics and aviation activity, Dubai South offers strong infrastructure, connectivity and future growth prospects. The location also aligns with Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan.
2. Ambitious master-planned community
   The company’s flagship development will be a gated master community in the Golf District of Dubai South. Spread across hundreds of acres, the project will include homes, schools, medical facilities, retail, mosques and entertainment zones. The design aims to create a self-contained community with a blend of greenery, luxury and convenience.
3. Tech-led approach to real estate
   BT Properties has embraced technology across its operations, using enterprise platforms such as Salesforce CRM and Oracle Fusion to ensure seamless customer engagement and internal efficiency. The company has also said it will incorporate sustainable design principles and smart infrastructure into its residential offerings – in line with Dubai’s green building regulations.
4. Driving investment and job creation
   BT Properties expects its Dubai entry to stimulate the local economy. Its developments will create jobs across construction, sales, facilities and community management. With the Dubai property market witnessing over Dhs430bn in transactions in 2023, the company is positioning itself to tap into both investor and end-user demand for high-quality, affordable homes.
5. Backed by Bahria Town’s legacy
   BT Properties is backed by the reputation and resources of Bahria Town – Pakistan’s largest private real estate developer. Bahria Town has delivered master-planned cities across Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi, known for their wide roads, landscaped parks, and integrated amenities. That track record is now being exported to the UAE, as BT Properties aims to build trust and recognition in Dubai’s competitive market.