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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.
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.
2027 Q3
from AED 2M
60/40 Payment Plan
Beach Walk Grand 2
Beach Walk Grand 2 offers a refined beachfront lifestyle on Dubai Islands, featuring fully furnished 1–2 bedroom residences with uninterrupted sea views. With direct access to Dubai Islands Beach and a wide range of wellness-focused amenities, this ultra-premium development balances privacy, luxury, and natural beauty.
2027 Q4
from AED 2.3M
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.
2027 Q3
from AED 2M
60/40 Payment Plan
Beach Walk Grand 2
Beach Walk Grand 2 offers a refined beachfront lifestyle on Dubai Islands, featuring fully furnished 1–2 bedroom residences with uninterrupted sea views. With direct access to Dubai Islands Beach and a wide range of wellness-focused amenities, this ultra-premium development balances privacy, luxury, and natural beauty.
2027 Q4
from AED 2.3M
60/40 Payment Plan
Five Islands, Five Distinct Purposes
Central Island
Business and hospitality hub
Marina Island
Retail and leisure-focused with marinas
Shore Island
Family and community living
Golf Island
Anchored by a luxury golf course
Elite Island
Ultra-luxury villas and bespoke developments
Central Island
Business and hospitality hub
Marina Island
Retail and leisure-focused with marinas
Shore Island
Family and community living
Golf Island
Anchored by a luxury golf course
Elite Island
Ultra-luxury villas and bespoke developments
Central Island
Business and hospitality hub
Marina Island
Retail and leisure-focused with marinas
Shore Island
Family and community living
Golf Island
Anchored by a luxury golf course
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:
20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches
Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues
Retail promenades and entertainment zones
Private marinas for yacht docking
Wellness and spa centres
Championship golf courses
High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort
20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches
Retail promenades and entertainment zones
Private marinas for yacht docking
Wellness and spa centres
Championship golf courses
Wellness and spa centres
Wellness and spa centres
Wellness and spa centres
Retail promenades and entertainment zones
Retail promenades and entertainment zones
Retail promenades and entertainment zones
20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches
20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches
20+ km Blue Flag-certified beaches
Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues
Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues
Water sports, dining, and nightlife venues
Championship golf courses
Championship golf courses
Championship golf courses
Private marinas for yacht docking
Private marinas for yacht docking
Private marinas for yacht docking
High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort
High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort
High-end hospitality including the upcoming Rixos Beach Resort
Ready to Purchase
Ready to Purchase
Ready to Purchase
Off-Plan Projects
Community Planning
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.
High-Rise Beachfront Apartments
High-Rise Beachfront Apartments
High-Rise Beachfront Apartments
Low-Rise Townhouses
Low-Rise Townhouses
Low-Rise Townhouses
Waterfront Villas
Waterfront Villas
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.
2027 Q3
from AED 2M
60/40 Payment Plan
Beach Walk Grand 2
Beach Walk Grand 2 offers a refined beachfront lifestyle on Dubai Islands, featuring fully furnished 1–2 bedroom residences with uninterrupted sea views. With direct access to Dubai Islands Beach and a wide range of wellness-focused amenities, this ultra-premium development balances privacy, luxury, and natural beauty.
2027 Q4
from AED 2.3M
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.
2027 Q3
from AED 2M
60/40 Payment Plan
Beach Walk Grand 2
Beach Walk Grand 2 offers a refined beachfront lifestyle on Dubai Islands, featuring fully furnished 1–2 bedroom residences with uninterrupted sea views. With direct access to Dubai Islands Beach and a wide range of wellness-focused amenities, this ultra-premium development balances privacy, luxury, and natural beauty.
2027 Q4
from AED 2.3M
60/40 Payment Plan
Investment Highlights
Investment Highlights
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.
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.
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.
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.
Service Charges
Waterfront developments carry higher maintenance fees.
Waterfront developments carry higher maintenance fees.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 are the Dubai Islands, and what is their scale and layout?
Dubai Islands is a waterfront mega-development consisting of five interconnected artificial islands: Marina, Central, Shore, Golf, and Elite. Together, they span approximately 17 square kilometers and add over 20 kilometers of beachfront to Dubai's coastline. Each island is designed to serve a specific theme—ranging from marina-focused living to high-end resorts and wellness communities. The masterplan incorporates a mix of residential, commercial, hospitality, and leisure elements, with a strong emphasis on open spaces, sustainability, and pedestrian-friendly design.
What is the background of the project?
The roots of Dubai Islands trace back to the mid-2000s under the name Palm Deira, initially envisioned as the largest of the Palm projects. After the global financial crisis of 2008, the project was revised and relaunched as Deira Islands. In 2022, Nakheel rebranded the development to Dubai Islands, aligning it with a renewed vision of integrated, livable communities focused on long-term urban resilience, tourism, and high-quality real estate.
Where is Dubai Islands located, and how accessible is it?
Dubai Islands is located just off the Deira coastline, near Port Rashid and Dubai Creek. It is connected to the mainland via multiple causeways and bridges, making it easily reachable by car. The islands are approximately:
20 minutes from Downtown Dubai,
25 minutes from Dubai International Airport,
And within close reach of Sharjah and the northern emirates.
Future transport infrastructure may include water taxis, ferry terminals, and improved marine transit links, positioning it as one of the best-connected waterfront areas in Dubai.
What types of properties are being developed on Dubai Islands?
The property mix includes:
Waterfront apartments
Townhouses and villas
Branded residences
Boutique homes
Serviced apartments
There is also planned integration of floating villas and premium marina-facing properties. Properties range from investment-grade units for rental returns to ultra-luxury homes catering to high-net-worth individuals.
What is the price range for properties?
While prices are evolving as projects are released, here’s a general range based on recent launches:
1-bedroom apartments: AED 1.9–2.2 million
2-bedroom apartments: AED 2.5–3.5 million
Townhouses/villas: AED 4.5–10 million+
Branded residences and sea-facing properties command higher premiums, but prices remain competitive when compared with Palm Jumeirah or JBR.
What are the Dubai Islands, and what is their scale and layout?
Dubai Islands is a waterfront mega-development consisting of five interconnected artificial islands: Marina, Central, Shore, Golf, and Elite. Together, they span approximately 17 square kilometers and add over 20 kilometers of beachfront to Dubai's coastline. Each island is designed to serve a specific theme—ranging from marina-focused living to high-end resorts and wellness communities. The masterplan incorporates a mix of residential, commercial, hospitality, and leisure elements, with a strong emphasis on open spaces, sustainability, and pedestrian-friendly design.
What is the background of the project?
The roots of Dubai Islands trace back to the mid-2000s under the name Palm Deira, initially envisioned as the largest of the Palm projects. After the global financial crisis of 2008, the project was revised and relaunched as Deira Islands. In 2022, Nakheel rebranded the development to Dubai Islands, aligning it with a renewed vision of integrated, livable communities focused on long-term urban resilience, tourism, and high-quality real estate.
Where is Dubai Islands located, and how accessible is it?
Dubai Islands is located just off the Deira coastline, near Port Rashid and Dubai Creek. It is connected to the mainland via multiple causeways and bridges, making it easily reachable by car. The islands are approximately:
20 minutes from Downtown Dubai,
25 minutes from Dubai International Airport,
And within close reach of Sharjah and the northern emirates.
Future transport infrastructure may include water taxis, ferry terminals, and improved marine transit links, positioning it as one of the best-connected waterfront areas in Dubai.
What types of properties are being developed on Dubai Islands?
The property mix includes:
Waterfront apartments
Townhouses and villas
Branded residences
Boutique homes
Serviced apartments
There is also planned integration of floating villas and premium marina-facing properties. Properties range from investment-grade units for rental returns to ultra-luxury homes catering to high-net-worth individuals.
What is the price range for properties?
While prices are evolving as projects are released, here’s a general range based on recent launches:
1-bedroom apartments: AED 1.9–2.2 million
2-bedroom apartments: AED 2.5–3.5 million
Townhouses/villas: AED 4.5–10 million+
Branded residences and sea-facing properties command higher premiums, but prices remain competitive when compared with Palm Jumeirah or JBR.
What are the Dubai Islands, and what is their scale and layout?
Dubai Islands is a waterfront mega-development consisting of five interconnected artificial islands: Marina, Central, Shore, Golf, and Elite. Together, they span approximately 17 square kilometers and add over 20 kilometers of beachfront to Dubai's coastline. Each island is designed to serve a specific theme—ranging from marina-focused living to high-end resorts and wellness communities. The masterplan incorporates a mix of residential, commercial, hospitality, and leisure elements, with a strong emphasis on open spaces, sustainability, and pedestrian-friendly design.
What is the background of the project?
The roots of Dubai Islands trace back to the mid-2000s under the name Palm Deira, initially envisioned as the largest of the Palm projects. After the global financial crisis of 2008, the project was revised and relaunched as Deira Islands. In 2022, Nakheel rebranded the development to Dubai Islands, aligning it with a renewed vision of integrated, livable communities focused on long-term urban resilience, tourism, and high-quality real estate.
Where is Dubai Islands located, and how accessible is it?
Dubai Islands is located just off the Deira coastline, near Port Rashid and Dubai Creek. It is connected to the mainland via multiple causeways and bridges, making it easily reachable by car. The islands are approximately:
20 minutes from Downtown Dubai,
25 minutes from Dubai International Airport,
And within close reach of Sharjah and the northern emirates.
Future transport infrastructure may include water taxis, ferry terminals, and improved marine transit links, positioning it as one of the best-connected waterfront areas in Dubai.
What types of properties are being developed on Dubai Islands?
The property mix includes:
Waterfront apartments
Townhouses and villas
Branded residences
Boutique homes
Serviced apartments
There is also planned integration of floating villas and premium marina-facing properties. Properties range from investment-grade units for rental returns to ultra-luxury homes catering to high-net-worth individuals.
What is the price range for properties?
While prices are evolving as projects are released, here’s a general range based on recent launches:
1-bedroom apartments: AED 1.9–2.2 million
2-bedroom apartments: AED 2.5–3.5 million
Townhouses/villas: AED 4.5–10 million+
Branded residences and sea-facing properties command higher premiums, but prices remain competitive when compared with Palm Jumeirah or JBR.
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About Dubai Islands
You can read some articles about Dubai Islands written by Totality Estates team:
Dubai Islands for Investors: The Next Big Thing on Dubai’s Coastline
Jul 17, 2025
Dubai Islands for Investors: The Next Big Thing on Dubai’s Coastline
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Dubai Islands for Investors: The Next Big Thing on Dubai’s Coastline
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Dubai Islands Real Estate: Price & Yield Analysis Q1–Q2 2025
Jul 2, 2025
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Dubai Islands Real Estate: Price & Yield Analysis Q1–Q2 2025
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The Rising Star of Dubai Real Estate: Why Investors Are Flocking to Dubai Islands
Jun 24, 2025
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Jun 24, 2025
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Jun 24, 2025
Dubai Islands Real Estate: Price Trends, Potential, and Outlook 2025
Jun 11, 2025
Dubai Islands Real Estate: Price Trends, Potential, and Outlook 2025
Jun 11, 2025
Dubai Islands Real Estate: Price Trends, Potential, and Outlook 2025
Jun 11, 2025
Dubai Islands: An Investment Deep Dive
May 30, 2025
Dubai Islands: An Investment Deep Dive
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Dubai Islands: An Investment Deep Dive
May 30, 2025
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