
Developer profile
Palma Development Developer of Serenia on Palm Jumeirah
Founded by Kareem Derbas, Palma (Palma Holding) has been investing in Dubai since 2002. It is best known for the Serenia projects — Serenia Residences and Serenia Living on Palm Jumeirah and Serenia District at Jumeirah Islands. Explore every Palma project in our catalog.
- 5projects on Empire City
- 3communities
- 2002first investment in Dubai
- 226residences in Serenia Living
- Founder & CEO
- Kareem Derbas
- First investment
- Dubai Marina, 2002
- First project
- Residencia Del Mar, Dubai Marina
- Flagship
- Serenia on Palm Jumeirah
- Group
- Palma Holding
- Key areas
- Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Islands
About Palma
Palma was founded by Kareem Derbas, who made the company's first investment in Dubai Marina in 2002. Its first project, Residencia Del Mar in Dubai Marina, was largely sold within its first month, according to the founder.
On Palm Jumeirah, Palma developed Serenia Residences and later launched Serenia Living — 226 apartments and penthouses — in October 2022. By 2017 the company had developed nine projects, according to its founder.
Palma's newer projects include Serenia District at Jumeirah Islands, with its East and West residences, and Olivara Residences in Dubai Studio City.
Palma Development Projects in Dubai
5 projects by Palma Development on our site — new launches, projects under construction and ready homes.
- Residencia Del MarPhotos on requestResidencia Del Mar by Palma Development
- Serenia ResidencesPhotos on requestSerenia Residences by Palma DevelopmentPalm JumeirahFrom $869,980
- Olivara Residences & ParkPhotos on requestOlivara Residences & Park by Palma DevelopmentDubai Studio City
- Larimar ApartmentsPhotos on requestLarimar Apartments by Palma Development
- Serenia District EastPhotos on requestSerenia District East by Palma DevelopmentJumeirah Islands
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- New launches
- Payment plans
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Master Communities by Palma Development
Palm Jumeirah
Serenia Residences and Serenia Living.
Jumeirah Islands
Serenia District East and West.
Dubai Studio City & Dubai Marina
Olivara Residences, Larimar Apartments and Residencia Del Mar.
Why Buy from Palma Development
- 01
Waterfront focus
Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Islands.
- 02
Two decades in Dubai
Investing in Dubai since 2002.
- 03
Boutique luxury
Low-density residences with resort-style amenities.
- 04
Ready and off-plan
Completed buildings and new launches.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palma Development
Who founded Palma?
Palma was founded by Kareem Derbas, its CEO; the first investment was made in Dubai Marina in 2002.
What is Serenia?
Serenia is Palma's series of residences — Serenia Residences and Serenia Living on Palm Jumeirah and Serenia District at Jumeirah Islands.
Where are Palma projects?
On Palm Jumeirah, at Jumeirah Islands, in Dubai Studio City and Dubai Marina.
Does Palma offer payment plans on off-plan projects?
Most off-plan Palma launches are sold with staged payment plans. The terms differ from project to project, so we send you the current plan for each project you are interested in.
Can foreigners buy Palma property?
Palma projects for sale are located in Dubai's designated freehold areas, where foreign buyers can own property. Our team will check the details of the specific project and guide you through the purchase.
How many Palma Development projects are listed on Empire City?
Our catalog currently lists 5 Palma Development projects in Dubai, with listed prices starting from $869,980. Contact us for the full, up-to-date list of units for sale.
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