Adil Raza Khan | March 29, 2025
Out of a total of 50,439 transactions registered in 2024 so far, Off-plan transactions marked 63% of the total number. Q3 2024 off-plan performed 55% better than the same period past year.
Off-plan properties in Dubai come with flexible payment plans, affordable initial prices, and excellent capital appreciation potentiality. Early investors can book properties at competitive rates. Readymade ones tend to be costlier. ROI maximizing scopes are there.
Straightforwardly, Off-plan Properties are construction-in-progress properties. You trust the reputation of the developer, see their plan and with faith (sensibly) invest in the unfinished or yet-to-start projects. The Other type is ready-to-move-in and are readymade ones you can possess immediately post payment.
Developer Reputation and Track Record: Reputation shows the team stood the test of time with consistent top-class delivery on time, every time. SIMPLE! Go through their past projects both online and personally, check their online testimonials and track their history. Location, Location, Location: Agree, thrice the mention doesn't highlight the importance any extra! Joking apart, location of properties matter significantly in Dubai or anywhere worldwide. Plenty of transportation choices, proximity to key commercial and recreational areas, posh localities around, accessibility to the sea, new mega projects on the progress close by etc will trigger the demand for properties.
The community, proximity to notable communities, areas that the Dubai Government plan to promote further impacts the demand for properties there. Authorised real estate companies, like APIL Properties, keep a tap on the recent developments and the ones paving their way in, so can help you understand in more practical terms. Return on Investment (ROI) and Rental Yields: Conduct in-depth research either on your own or with the assistance of experienced real estate professionals on areas and types of properties that are soaring higher in demand. For example, Palm Jumeirah is a hotspot but here Villas are the magnets. Apartments are the key players in Business Bay.
10-20% of the property value is the downpayment. Payments are scheduled with a gap of 6 and 9 months apart. The off-plan property construction phase is typically 2-3 years. During this period, expect to make 60% of the property purchasing price. The rest during the handover. The percentage varies. Milestone payments are also quite popular. At different stages of part-by-part completion, a definite amount is paid upon deliverable.
Dubai Marina & JBR: These two next-door neighbours house stunning beachfront Properties, including archaeologically spectacular residential skyscrapers. Off-plan properties here are in huge demand. Also, renowned as the most picture-perfect dock in the UAE, any property here for sale and rent is welcoming news year-round. High rental yield and ROI assured!
Downtown Dubai: The heart of the city—still a strong contender for luxury properties due to its exceptional connectivity, conveniences, and colossal residential towers and other choices. Exclusive off-plan property destination it is and will remain for years.
Dubai Creek Harbour: New developments in this fast-growing area are bound to happen as Emaar is a name to bank upon in Dubai real estate. From excellent connectivity to proximity to Downtown Dubai and 2 International Airports, potential price appreciation for properties here is a guarantee. Green sustainable development at a picturesque waterfront location with numerous urban amenities and upscale social facilities benefit off-plan property enthusiasts here.
Business Bay: A hub for commercial and residential off-plan projects, it is a prime location marked with world-class amenities (best recreational options) with a strong cosmopolitan corporate vibe. Ready-to-move-in properties cost one at Business Bay exorbitantly, so off-plan projects by reputable real estate developers with flexible payment plans are best to multiply fortune in Dubai.
Dubai South: The emerging area near Expo 2020 and the Dubai International Airport makes it a preferred off-plan property site. The further urbanisation of the region will boost the property appreciation value here. Luxurious lifestyle amenities and social facilities with good connectivity favours staying here a larger-than-life for a lifetime.
Meydan and Mohammed Bin Rashid City: Large-scale luxury developments with strong growth potential guaranteed to awe property enthusiasts here. World's largest artificial lagoon, well-planned outdoor sports arena, modern mega city vibe platinum-status amenities and hassle-free accessibility by public transport choices make the destination suitable for off-plan projects.
Dubai Hills Estate: Family-friendly community with ample green spaces and modern amenities surely is the mecca for off-plan property seekers. Posh development, high-end lifestyle amenities, fibe dining options, upscale shopping venues, ample recreational scopes, social facilities and premium property ranges with easy connectivity to key areas in Dubai favour its enlisting amongst the best off-plan property areas.
Dubai Government aims at sourcing three-quarters of its energy production through green methods by 2050. It suggests that the construction industry has to adhere to green building regulations, including planning and development of energy-efficient residential buildings using sustainable materials. These further include conserving LEED-certified commercial projects, water conservation, recycling used water, energy-efficient homes, eco-friendly skyscrapers, etc.
Green buildings attract tenants and investors also because of the money saving potentiality it has besides saving the environment. Better insulation and energy-efficient technologies are cost-effective solutions to modern living.
The demand for green residential and commercial properties is surging at Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Meydan City developments. Higher rentals and sales price assures encouraging capital gains for investors.
It depends on your Budget! Buying a property at AED1,000,000 and renting it at AED 70,000 pa gives you a Gross ROI of 7%. Wait! Mortgage, Service Charges, Refurbishment, Legal Fees all add to your expenses. Plus, associated costs (DLD fees and more) do count and add an extra of 6-7% of the total ownership cost to your Investment. It pulls down the Net ROI to 5-6% only. Happy News is-> This income is Tax-free.
Palm Jumeirah, AL Barari areas are very expensive. Dubai Marina is costly but more affordable than the above two places. Downtown looks expensive but a few affordable options are available. Dubai South is scaling upward but is still somewhat affordable. Dubai Sports City, JVC are affordable. DIP is very affordable.
You decide, affordable or luxury. Confused still? Don't worry, ask us.
Indeed, it is! The process is simple, safe and satisfyingly beneficial for property enthusiasts. Mortgage facilities are there and the stretched payment plan over 2-3 year timespan feels a relaxed choice.
APIL Properties team has helped several non-residential property buyers also smoothly own off-plan properties with reliable guidance right from property selection based on budget to property maintenance and tenant screening post ownership.
In Q3 2024, Dubai real estate domain smashed all previous records with a whopping 50,425 transactions, marking a hike of 38% year-over-year (YoY). Dubai Off-plan property segment scored 63% of the total number of these transactions. Real estate market specialists expect short-term rentals in Dubai to surge by 18% and long-term by 13%. New 182,000 residential units are to be built in 2025-2026. Surely, Dubai off-plan properties will play a major role in it! Do you need a better point to convince your investment instinct?
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Adil Khan is a Dubai luxury real estate expert with over 13 years of experience in the UAE property market. He is the Chairman of APIL Properties.
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