Dubai Islands

Originally conceptualized as Palm Deira, this megaproject was relaunched and rebranded by Nakheel as Dubai Islands in 2022. Designed to align with Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan, the development aims to accommodate population growth while enhancing coastal tourism and urban wellness.

Dubai Islands
Dubai Islands
Dubai Islands

New Launch

Wynwood

Wynwood is a curated residential collection on the shores of Dubai Islands, offering fully furnished 1–3 bedroom apartments and exclusive duplexes. The development embodies quiet luxury with high ceilings, panoramic windows, and serene interiors. Residents enjoy a podium-level lifestyle with a rooftop infinity pool, yoga terrace, and tranquil gardens. Completion is expected in Q3 2027.

Wynwood

2027 Q3

from AED 2M

60/40 Payment Plan

Wynwood

Wynwood is a curated residential collection on the shores of Dubai Islands, offering fully furnished 1–3 bedroom apartments and exclusive duplexes. The development embodies quiet luxury with high ceilings, panoramic windows, and serene interiors. Residents enjoy a podium-level lifestyle with a rooftop infinity pool, yoga terrace, and tranquil gardens. Completion is expected in Q3 2027.

Wynwood

2027 Q3

from AED 2M

60/40 Payment Plan

Five Islands, Five Distinct Purposes

Dubai Islands
Central Island

Business and hospitality hub

Dubai Islands
Marina Island

Retail and leisure-focused with marinas

Dubai Islands
Shore Island

Family and community living

Dubai Islands
Golf Island

Anchored by a luxury golf course

Dubai Islands
Elite Island

Ultra-luxury villas and bespoke developments

Dubai Islands
Central Island

Business and hospitality hub

Dubai Islands
Marina Island

Retail and leisure-focused with marinas

Dubai Islands
Shore Island

Family and community living

Dubai Islands
Golf Island

Anchored by a luxury golf course

Dubai Islands
Elite Island

Ultra-luxury villas and bespoke developments

Dubai Islands
Central Island

Business and hospitality hub

Dubai Islands
Marina Island

Retail and leisure-focused with marinas

Dubai Islands
Shore Island

Family and community living

Dubai Islands
Golf Island

Anchored by a luxury golf course

Dubai Islands
Elite Island

Ultra-luxury villas and bespoke developments

Location Advantage

Dubai Islands are strategically located off the coast of Deira, with direct connectivity via the Infinity Bridge. It provides seamless access to Dubai International Airport (under 20 minutes), Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Dubai Creek Harbour, making it a high-potential investment for both residents and international buyers.

Resort-Like Living

Dubai Islands encapsulates the appeal of tropical island life with the convenience of a modern metropolis. Residents enjoy:

Dubai Islands encapsulates the appeal of tropical island life with the convenience of a modern metropolis. Residents enjoy:

Dubai Islands encapsulates the appeal of tropical island life with the convenience of a modern metropolis. Residents enjoy:

Dubai Islands

20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches

Dubai Islands

Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues

Dubai Islands

Retail promenades and entertainment zones

Dubai Islands

Private marinas for yacht docking

Dubai Islands

Wellness and spa centres

Dubai Islands

Championship golf courses

Dubai Islands

High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort

Dubai Islands

20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches

Dubai Islands

Retail promenades and entertainment zones

Dubai Islands

Private marinas for yacht docking

Dubai Islands

Wellness and spa centres

Dubai Islands

Championship golf courses

Dubai Islands

Wellness and spa centres

Dubai Islands

Wellness and spa centres

Dubai Islands

Wellness and spa centres

Dubai Islands

Retail promenades and entertainment zones

Dubai Islands

Retail promenades and entertainment zones

Dubai Islands

Retail promenades and entertainment zones

Dubai Islands

20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches

Dubai Islands

20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches

Dubai Islands

20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches

Dubai Islands

Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues

Dubai Islands

Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues

Dubai Islands

Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues

Dubai Islands

Championship golf courses

Dubai Islands

Championship golf courses

Dubai Islands

Championship golf courses

Dubai Islands

Private marinas for yacht docking

Dubai Islands

Private marinas for yacht docking

Dubai Islands

Private marinas for yacht docking

Dubai Islands

High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort

Dubai Islands

High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort

Dubai Islands

High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort

Ready to Purchase

Ready to Purchase

Ready to Purchase

Off-Plan Projects

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

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House of Well
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House of Well

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

TBA

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

House of Well

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House of Well
House of Well

Coming Soon

House of Well

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

TBA

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Wynwood

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Wynwood
Wynwood

New Launch

Wynwood

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

AED 2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Wynwood

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Wynwood
Wynwood

New Launch

Wynwood

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

AED 2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Shoaq

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Shoaq
Shoaq

Shoaq

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

50/50

1BD from

AED 2.3M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Shoaq

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Shoaq
Shoaq

Shoaq

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

50/50

1BD from

AED 2.3M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q2

Apartments

Rena

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Rena
Rena

Rena

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q2

Payment Plan

60/40

3BD from

AED 7.3M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q2

Apartments

Rena

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Rena
Rena

Rena

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q2

Payment Plan

60/40

3BD from

AED 7.3M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Azizi Wasel

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Azizi Wasel
Azizi Wasel

Azizi Wasel

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

50/50

Studio from

AED 1.1M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Azizi Wasel

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Azizi Wasel
Azizi Wasel

Azizi Wasel

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

50/50

Studio from

AED 1.1M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2026 Q4

Apartments

Natuzzi Harmony

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Natuzzi Harmony
Natuzzi Harmony

Natuzzi Harmony

Dubai Islands

Handover

2026 Q4

Payment Plan

40/60

Studio from

AED 2.2M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2026 Q4

Apartments

Natuzzi Harmony

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Natuzzi Harmony
Natuzzi Harmony

Natuzzi Harmony

Dubai Islands

Handover

2026 Q4

Payment Plan

40/60

Studio from

AED 2.2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Cotier House

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Cotier House
Cotier House

Cotier House

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

AED 2.6M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Cotier House

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Cotier House
Cotier House

Cotier House

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

AED 2.6M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Bay Grove Residences

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Bay Grove Residences
Bay Grove Residences

Bay Grove Residences

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

70/30

1BD from

AED 1.9M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Bay Grove Residences

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Bay Grove Residences
Bay Grove Residences

Bay Grove Residences

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

70/30

1BD from

AED 1.9M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Tivano

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Tivano
Tivano

Tivano

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

40/60

1BD from

AED 2.3M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Tivano

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Tivano
Tivano

Tivano

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

40/60

1BD from

AED 2.3M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2028 Q2

Apartments

Ellington Cove

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Ellington Cove
Ellington Cove

Ellington Cove

Dubai Islands

Handover

2028 Q2

Payment Plan

70/30

1BD from

AED 2.2M

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Apartments

Dubai Islands

2028 Q2

Apartments

Ellington Cove

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Ellington Cove
Ellington Cove

Ellington Cove

Dubai Islands

Handover

2028 Q2

Payment Plan

70/30

1BD from

AED 2.2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q2

Villas

Bay Villas

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Bay Villas
Bay Villas

Bay Villas

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q2

Payment Plan

80/20

3BD from

AED 4M

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Type

Villas

Dubai Islands

2027 Q2

Villas

Bay Villas

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Bay Villas
Bay Villas

Bay Villas

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q2

Payment Plan

80/20

3BD from

AED 4M

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Type

Villas

Dubai Islands

2026 Q4

Apartments

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

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Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences
Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

Dubai Islands

Handover

2026 Q4

Payment Plan

80/20

1BD from

AED 2.6M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2026 Q4

Apartments

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

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Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences
Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

Dubai Islands

Handover

2026 Q4

Payment Plan

80/20

1BD from

AED 2.6M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

House of Well

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House of Well
House of Well

Coming Soon

House of Well

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

TBA

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Wynwood

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Wynwood
Wynwood

New Launch

Wynwood

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

AED 2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Shoaq

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Shoaq
Shoaq

Shoaq

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

50/50

1BD from

AED 2.3M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q2

Apartments

Rena

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Rena
Rena

Rena

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q2

Payment Plan

60/40

3BD from

AED 7.3M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q3

Apartments

Azizi Wasel

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Azizi Wasel
Azizi Wasel

Azizi Wasel

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q3

Payment Plan

50/50

Studio from

AED 1.1M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2026 Q4

Apartments

Natuzzi Harmony

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Natuzzi Harmony
Natuzzi Harmony

Natuzzi Harmony

Dubai Islands

Handover

2026 Q4

Payment Plan

40/60

Studio from

AED 2.2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Cotier House

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Cotier House
Cotier House

Cotier House

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

60/40

1BD from

AED 2.6M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Bay Grove Residences

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Bay Grove Residences
Bay Grove Residences

Bay Grove Residences

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

70/30

1BD from

AED 1.9M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q1

Apartments

Tivano

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Tivano
Tivano

Tivano

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q1

Payment Plan

40/60

1BD from

AED 2.3M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2028 Q2

Apartments

Ellington Cove

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Ellington Cove
Ellington Cove

Ellington Cove

Dubai Islands

Handover

2028 Q2

Payment Plan

70/30

1BD from

AED 2.2M

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Type

Apartments

Dubai Islands

2027 Q2

Villas

Bay Villas

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Bay Villas
Bay Villas

Bay Villas

Dubai Islands

Handover

2027 Q2

Payment Plan

80/20

3BD from

AED 4M

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Type

Villas

Dubai Islands

2026 Q4

Apartments

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

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Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences
Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel & Residences

Dubai Islands

Handover

2026 Q4

Payment Plan

80/20

1BD from

AED 2.6M

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Type

Apartments

Community Planning

Dubai Islands
Dubai Islands
Dubai Islands

The islands feature a combination of high-rise beachfront apartments, low-rise townhouses, and waterfront villas. Emphasis has been placed on sustainable infrastructure, green landscaping, and pedestrian-friendly spaces. This holistic planning makes it suitable for families, retirees, digital nomads, and investors alike.

Dubai Islands

High-Rise Beachfront Apartments

Dubai Islands

High-Rise Beachfront Apartments

Dubai Islands

High-Rise Beachfront Apartments

Dubai Islands

Low-Rise Townhouses

Dubai Islands

Low-Rise Townhouses

Dubai Islands

Low-Rise Townhouses

Dubai Islands

Waterfront Villas

Dubai Islands

Waterfront Villas

Dubai Islands

Waterfront Villas

Totality Estates Top Picks

Wynwood

Wynwood is a curated residential collection on the shores of Dubai Islands, offering fully furnished 1–3 bedroom apartments and exclusive duplexes. The development embodies quiet luxury with high ceilings, panoramic windows, and serene interiors. Residents enjoy a podium-level lifestyle with a rooftop infinity pool, yoga terrace, and tranquil gardens. Completion is expected in Q3 2027.

Wynwood

2027 Q3

from AED 2M

60/40 Payment Plan

Wynwood

Wynwood is a curated residential collection on the shores of Dubai Islands, offering fully furnished 1–3 bedroom apartments and exclusive duplexes. The development embodies quiet luxury with high ceilings, panoramic windows, and serene interiors. Residents enjoy a podium-level lifestyle with a rooftop infinity pool, yoga terrace, and tranquil gardens. Completion is expected in Q3 2027.

Wynwood

2027 Q3

from AED 2M

60/40 Payment Plan

Investment Highlights

Investment Highlights

Dubai Islands

Capital Appreciation

Dubai Islands’ shift from Palm Deira into a luxury hub is drawing investor interest. With limited waterfront supply and prime location, prices are rising fast. Early buyers are well-positioned for strong capital growth before full project rollout.

Dubai Islands

Developer Credibility

As a government-owned developer, Nakheel brings a proven track record with landmarks like Palm Jumeirah and The World Islands, ensuring investor confidence in build quality, legal security, and infrastructure delivery.

Dubai Islands

High Rental Yields

With 80+ hotels and resorts planned and rising tourism, Dubai Islands is set to become a key short-term rental zone. Apartments and beachfront units are projected to yield 6%–8%, driven by demand from holidaymakers and business travelers alike.

Dubai Islands

Tax Advantages & Residency

Dubai offers 100% foreign freehold ownership, no annual property or capital gains tax, and low transaction costs (4%). Investments of AED 2M+ unlock the 10-year Golden Visa, extendable to family members.

Current Trends

Current Trends

22%

22%

22%

year-on-year growth in Dubai residential sales in Q1 2025

28%

28%

28%

average year-on-year appreciation in waterfront properties

High Demand

High Demand

High Demand

from European, Russian & Indian buyers for lifestyle and portfolio diversification

Dubai Islands is emerging as a "second Palm Jumeirah," with early phase pricing offering an entry point significantly lower than its mature counterparts—yet with similar, if not higher, upside potential.

Dubai Islands is emerging as a "second Palm Jumeirah," with early phase pricing offering an entry point significantly lower than its mature counterparts—yet with similar, if not higher, upside potential.

Risks and Considerations

Risks and Considerations

Premium Price Point

Entry-level units still start upwards of AED 1.85 million.

Entry-level units still start upwards of AED 1.85 million.

Dubai Islands

Service Charges

Waterfront developments carry higher maintenance fees.

Waterfront developments carry higher maintenance fees.

Dubai Islands

Construction Phases

While infrastructure is advancing, full lifestyle elements like schools are still under development.

While infrastructure is advancing, full lifestyle elements like schools are still under development.

Dubai Islands

Investor-Friendly Process

Investor-Friendly Process

Investing in Dubai Islands is simple and streamlined, designed with investors in mind.

Investing in Dubai Islands is simple and streamlined, designed with investors in mind.

01
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Property Selection

Choose from ready or off-plan options. Off-plan typically allows 10%–20% initial deposit.

Sales Agreement & Registration

Sign SPA (Sales & Purchase Agreement), pay 4% Dubai Land Department fee.

02
02
03
03

Mortgage or Payment Plan

Buyers can opt for bank financing or developer-led staggered payment plans.

Handover & Residency

Upon completion, investors may apply for Golden Visa and take possession of the property.

04
04

Totality Estates provides full support throughout this process, from property curation and financing guidance to after-sale services.

Totality Estates provides full support throughout this process, from property curation and financing guidance to after-sale services.

Competitive Analysis

Competitive Analysis

Dubai Islands stands out for offering a blend of modern development pricing with luxury-tier potential, making it an attractive medium-to-long-term play.

Dubai Islands stands out for offering a blend of modern development pricing with luxury-tier potential, making it an attractive medium-to-long-term play.

Dubai Islands

Dubai Islands

Dubai Islands

Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah

Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour

Project Status

Project Status

Project Status

Emerging

Emerging

Emerging

Mature

Mature

Mature

Developing

Developing

Developing

Average Price for Sqft

Average Price for Sqft

Average Price for Sqft

AED 2-2.8K

AED 2-2.8K

AED 2-2.8K

AED 3-3.5K

AED 3-3.5K

AED 3-3.5K

AED 1.5-2.5K

AED 1.5-2.5K

AED 1.5-2.5K

Rental Yield

Rental Yield

Rental Yield

6-8%

6-8%

6-8%

4-6%

4-6%

4-6%

5-7%

5-7%

5-7%

Developer

Developer

Developer

Nakheel

Nakheel

Nakheel

Nakheel

Nakheel

Nakheel

Emaar

Emaar

Emaar

Tourism Integration

Tourism Integration

Tourism Integration

High

High

High

High

High

High

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Golden Visa Eligibility

Golden Visa Eligibility

Golden Visa Eligibility

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of returns can I expect from investing in Dubai Islands?

Rental yields start from 8%, with capital appreciation projected at 40%+ over 3–5 years.

How early is the current investment opportunity—am I getting in at the right time?

Yes. Dubai Islands is in its early development phase, offering low entry prices and strong upside potential as infrastructure and amenities are completed.

What types of properties are available, and which offer the best ROI?

Options include waterfront apartments, beachfront villas, branded residences, and serviced units. Waterfront apartments and off-plan villas currently offer the highest rental returns.

Can foreign investors own property in Dubai Islands?

Absolutely. Dubai Islands is a freehold zone, allowing 100% ownership for non-residents.

What are the payment plans like for off-plan properties?

Investors can secure properties with as little as a 10–20% deposit and benefit from post-handover payment plans of up to 5 years with 0% interest.

What kind of returns can I expect from investing in Dubai Islands?

Rental yields start from 8%, with capital appreciation projected at 40%+ over 3–5 years.

How early is the current investment opportunity—am I getting in at the right time?

Yes. Dubai Islands is in its early development phase, offering low entry prices and strong upside potential as infrastructure and amenities are completed.

What types of properties are available, and which offer the best ROI?

Options include waterfront apartments, beachfront villas, branded residences, and serviced units. Waterfront apartments and off-plan villas currently offer the highest rental returns.

Can foreign investors own property in Dubai Islands?

Absolutely. Dubai Islands is a freehold zone, allowing 100% ownership for non-residents.

What are the payment plans like for off-plan properties?

Investors can secure properties with as little as a 10–20% deposit and benefit from post-handover payment plans of up to 5 years with 0% interest.

What kind of returns can I expect from investing in Dubai Islands?

Rental yields start from 8%, with capital appreciation projected at 40%+ over 3–5 years.

How early is the current investment opportunity—am I getting in at the right time?

Yes. Dubai Islands is in its early development phase, offering low entry prices and strong upside potential as infrastructure and amenities are completed.

What types of properties are available, and which offer the best ROI?

Options include waterfront apartments, beachfront villas, branded residences, and serviced units. Waterfront apartments and off-plan villas currently offer the highest rental returns.

Can foreign investors own property in Dubai Islands?

Absolutely. Dubai Islands is a freehold zone, allowing 100% ownership for non-residents.

What are the payment plans like for off-plan properties?

Investors can secure properties with as little as a 10–20% deposit and benefit from post-handover payment plans of up to 5 years with 0% interest.

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