Off-Plan Apartments for Sale in International City
Updated 22 Oct 2026 · Inventory synced from developer feeds · Registry: Dubai Land Department
What is on sale in International City right now
Showing 25 of 25 projects, cheapest first. Prices are developer list prices for the lowest-priced available unit type.
International City prices in 2026: what the registry says
Every sale in Dubai is registered with the Dubai Land Department. In International City that is 1,417 transactions so far this year, averaging AED 850 per square foot with a median ticket of AED 490,795. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | 111 | AED 767 | AED 450,000 |
| Sep 2026 | 146 | AED 851 | AED 482,500 |
| Aug 2026 | 126 | AED 773 | AED 447,500 |
| Jul 2026 | 115 | AED 844 | AED 460,000 |
| Jun 2026 | 95 | AED 746 | AED 420,000 |
| May 2026 | 114 | AED 845 | AED 483,401 |
| Apr 2026 | 180 | AED 937 | AED 563,857 |
| Mar 2026 | 137 | AED 868 | AED 592,463 |
| Feb 2026 | 61 | AED 944 | AED 569,336 |
Source: Dubai Land Department open transaction data, area "International City Ph 1", filtered to residential-range tickets. Recomputed daily.
Developers building in International City
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).
- Dugasta4 projects on sale in International City
- Laraix Developers2 projects on sale in International City
- Newbury Developments2 projects on sale in International City
- GFS Developments2 projects on sale in International City
- Ajmal Estate Developers1 project on sale in International City
- AUM Development1 project on sale in International City
- Park Group1 project on sale in International City
- Valores Property Development1 project on sale in International City
- Al Helal Al Zahaby Real Estate Development (HZ Development)1 project on sale in International City
- Mirha Homes1 project on sale in International City
- Lion Stone1 project on sale in International City
- VHS Developments1 project on sale in International City
Handover timeline & payment plans
| Handover year | Projects |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 |
| 2027 | 13 |
| 2028 | 6 |
| 2029 | 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 International City
24 of the 25 projects launch with studio or one-bedroom units, the deepest rental pool for investors. The lowest-priced is Stellar Axis from AED 531,146.
Buyer questions
How much does an off-plan apartment cost in International City?
Right now the cheapest launch on our tracked inventory in International City is Stellar Axis by Ajmal Estate Developers from AED 531,146. The median entry price across the 25 projects currently selling is AED 692,888. Dubai Land Department registered 1,417 sales in International City so far in 2026 at an average of AED 850 per sqft, median ticket AED 490,795.
Can foreigners buy property in International City?
Yes. International City 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 International City handing over?
Announced handovers cluster in 2025 (2 projects), 2026 (1 projects), 2027 (13 projects), 2028 (6 projects), 2029 (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 International City?
19 developers currently have projects on sale here. The most active are Dugasta (4), Laraix Developers (2), Newbury Developments (2), GFS Developments (2), Ajmal Estate Developers (1).
How do I reserve a unit in International City 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 International City?
Same-day availability check with the developer. No fee to you — RERA 41793.
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