Off-Plan Apartments for Sale in Dubai Islands
Updated 07 Sep 2026 · Inventory synced from developer feeds · Registry: Dubai Land Department
What is on sale in Dubai Islands right now
Showing 30 of 81 projects, cheapest first. Prices are developer list prices for the lowest-priced available unit type.
Dubai Islands prices in 2026: what the registry says
Every sale in Dubai is registered with the Dubai Land Department. In Dubai Islands that is 3,438 transactions so far this year, averaging AED 2,828 per square foot with a median ticket of AED 2,888,328. Use these as your anchor: an off-plan launch priced well above the registered average needs a reason (beachfront, branded, view), and one priced below it deserves a question about the developer.
| Month | Registered sales | Avg price / sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 27 | AED 2,718 | AED 2,441,067 |
| Aug 2026 | 133 | AED 2,657 | AED 2,952,381 |
| Jul 2026 | 207 | AED 2,691 | AED 2,755,699 |
| Jun 2026 | 274 | AED 2,986 | AED 3,011,149 |
| May 2026 | 370 | AED 2,993 | AED 3,211,033 |
| Apr 2026 | 732 | AED 3,009 | AED 3,159,914 |
| Mar 2026 | 420 | AED 2,776 | AED 2,703,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 622 | AED 2,785 | AED 2,694,500 |
| Jan 2026 | 578 | AED 2,621 | AED 2,647,840 |
Source: Dubai Land Department open transaction data, area "Palm Deira", filtered to residential-range tickets. Recomputed daily.
Developers building in Dubai Islands
Developer track record is the single biggest risk variable in an off-plan purchase. Each name below links to our scorecard (delivery history, RERA registration, escrow compliance).
- Imtiaz Developments6 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Mr. Eight Development5 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- AYS Developers3 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Prestige One3 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- AVENEW Development3 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Fakhruddin Properties3 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Centurion2 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Wellington Developments2 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Samana Developers2 projects on sale in Dubai Islands
- Azizi Developments1 project on sale in Dubai Islands
- Crystal Bay Development1 project on sale in Dubai Islands
- AMWAJ Development1 project on sale in Dubai Islands
Handover timeline & payment plans
| Handover year | Projects |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 8 |
| 2027 | 48 |
| 2028 | 21 |
| 2029 | 2 |
| 2030 | 1 |
Most launches here use construction-linked plans (commonly 60/40 or 70/30), with a 10–20% booking deposit and 4% DLD registration fee. Post-handover plans exist on selected projects; ask us which ones. See the full cost breakdown in our DLD fees guide.
Studios and one-beds in Dubai Islands
56 of the 81 projects launch with studio or one-bedroom units, the deepest rental pool for investors. The lowest-priced is Vue Doree from AED 1,704,311.
Buyer questions
How much does an off-plan apartment cost in Dubai Islands?
Right now the cheapest launch on our tracked inventory in Dubai Islands is Azizi Wasel by Azizi Developments from AED 1,688,000. The median entry price across the 81 projects currently selling is AED 2,380,217. Dubai Land Department registered 3,438 sales in Dubai Islands so far in 2026 at an average of AED 2,828 per sqft, median ticket AED 2,888,328.
Can foreigners buy property in Dubai Islands?
Yes. Dubai Islands is a designated freehold zone, so buyers of any nationality can own outright with title registered at the Dubai Land Department. No UAE residency is required to purchase, and a purchase of AED 2 million or more qualifies for the 10-year Golden Visa.
When are projects in Dubai Islands handing over?
Announced handovers cluster in 2025 (1 projects), 2026 (8 projects), 2027 (48 projects), 2028 (21 projects), 2029 (2 projects), 2030 (1 projects). Off-plan payment plans typically run 60/40 or 70/30 over construction, with instalments linked to build milestones held in a RERA-regulated escrow account.
Which developers are building in Dubai Islands?
61 developers currently have projects on sale here. The most active are Imtiaz Developments (6), Mr. Eight Development (5), AYS Developers (3), Prestige One (3), AVENEW Development (3).
How do I reserve a unit in Dubai Islands through Sofia Sands?
Message us on WhatsApp with the project name. We confirm live availability with the developer the same day, send the floor plan, payment schedule and Oqood/registration costs, and you reserve directly with the developer at list price — our fee is paid by the developer, not added to your price.
Want the live price list for Dubai Islands?
Same-day availability check with the developer. No fee to you — RERA 41793.
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