Dubai luxury homes pitched to Filipinos seeking offshore assets

Dubai-based developer DAMAC Properties is stepping up efforts to attract Filipino investors, staging a by-invitation property showcase in Manila in partnership with ERA Philippines and supported by Infinity Realty.

The event spotlighted a range of Dubai residential projects — from high-rise urban towers to resort-style master-planned communities and branded residences — catering to both first-time overseas buyers and seasoned investors looking to diversify beyond the Philippine market.

ERA Philippines said interest in offshore assets among Filipinos has been steadily growing.

DAMAC Properties Business Development Manager Thenesh Rajasekaran. PHOTO FROM DAMAC PROPERTIES

“We observed a strong interest among Filipino investors in exploring opportunities beyond the local market, particularly as they become more deliberate about diversification,” said Jemariz Austria, Director of Marketing and PR of ERA Philippines.

“Our role is to bridge that gap by making international real estate more accessible, informed, and approachable. Through our partnership with DAMAC Properties, we were able to bring global developments directly to Filipino investors, providing them with clarity, proper guidance, and confidence to assess markets like Dubai,” Austria added.

Among the projects presented were Safa Gate along Sheikh Zayed Road, DAMAC Islands with entry prices starting at around ₱10.9 million, DAMAC Riverside Views featuring waterfront living concepts, and Chelsea Residences, a branded residential development positioned around lifestyle appeal.

At the Q&A, from left: ERA Philippines Chief Agency Officer Bobby Kok, Infinity Realty President and Principal Broker Eva Marzan, DAMAC Properties Business Development Manager Thenesh Rajasekaran, and ERA Philippines Director of Marketing and Public Relations Jemariz Austria. PHOTO FROM DAMAC PROPERTIES

Founded in 2002, DAMAC Properties has delivered over 50,000 residential units and currently has more than 54,000 units in progress. Its portfolio spans luxury towers, hospitality projects, and large-scale communities, with operations across 15 cities worldwide.

The Manila event builds on ERA Philippines’ earlier international investor engagements, including a U.S.-based presentation in late 2025, signaling sustained Filipino interest in global property markets.

For Filipino buyers seeking geographic diversification, Dubai is increasingly being positioned as a viable entry point into overseas real estate investing.