Quick answer
- Under AED 1M: Samana and Binghatti projects in Arjan, JVC, Majan and Dubai South start from AED 426K; Imtiaz’s RAW District starts from AED 649K.
- AED 1–2M: Emaar’s Dubai Hills, Expo Living and Emaar South launches and Sobha’s The Horizon (AED 1.68M) cover most family budgets.
- AED 2M+ (Golden Visa level): Dubai Creek Harbour, Rashid Yachts & Marina and Palm Jebel Ali lead; Emaar’s new Mulberry in Dubai Hills Estate starts from AED 10.29M.
- Prices are developers’ published starting prices on the Imperial Realty Live Inventory, refreshed on 3 November 2026 from our Business Bay office.
November usually brings a new round of releases before the year-end sales push, and 2026 is no different. This guide from Imperial Realty groups the Dubai off-plan projects our clients are asking about by budget. Every price below comes from the developer’s own published starting price on our Live Inventory, refreshed on 3 November 2026, and updates automatically when the developer changes it.
What changed in Dubai off-plan this month?
Three things matter for buyers this month:
- New Emaar release in Dubai Hills Estate. Mulberry (Emaar Properties, from AED 10.29M) joined Emaar’s list of projects on sale.
- Sell-outs and re-pricing. Our refresh found 16 projects no longer listed for sale by Emaar, DAMAC and Samana, including Forte, Creek Palace, Seascape and Canal Crown, and 18 starting-price changes. When the cheapest units sell, the "from" price moves up. In Dubai Creek Harbour, for example, Creek Bay at Dubai Creek Harbour (Emaar Properties, from AED 3.25M) and Mangrove At Dubai Creek Harbour (Emaar Properties, from AED 4.11M) now start well above their earlier figures.
- A new city plan. On 27 October 2026 the Executive Council of Dubai approved the Urban Centres Development Plan, with investment of more than AED 2 billion. According to Gulf News, it targets 74% of residents living around metro stations and an estimated AED 20 billion increase in property values in the targeted urban centres.
The plan does not name individual projects, and nobody can promise what any one home will be worth. It does support a sensible rule many of our buyers already follow: a home close to existing or planned public transport is usually easier to rent and resell.
Under AED 1 million: entry-level investment
Studios and one-bedroom apartments in this band are mainly bought for rental income:
| Project | Developer | Area | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samana Mykonos Signature | Samana | Arjan | AED 426K |
| Samana Waves | Samana | JVC | AED 476K |
| Binghatti Skyflame | Binghatti | Majan | AED 585K |
| Samana South Haven | Samana | Dubai South | AED 599K |
| RAW District | Imtiaz | Downtown Jebel Ali | AED 649K |
| Binghatti Wraith | Binghatti | Al Jaddaf | AED 800K |
| Sobha Sanctuary Apartments | Sobha Realty | Dubailand | AED 999K |
A few notes on these:
- Samana Mykonos Signature (Samana Developers, from AED 426K): the lowest starting price on our list this month, handover Q1 2027.
- RAW District by Imtiaz: fully furnished, with a post-handover option; handover Mar 2029.
- Binghatti Wraith: a short drive to Downtown Dubai; handover Dec 2027.
- Samana Ivy Gardens 2 (Samana Developers, from AED 694K): Dubailand Residence Complex, handover Q4 2028.
For context, ready one-bedroom apartments in JVC average AED 1,449 (1-bed) / AED 1,410 (2-bed) per sq ft (Bayut, August 2026). Compare that with the size and price of an off-plan unit before you decide.
AED 1–2 million: family apartments in master communities
This is Dubai’s busiest price band: one- to three-bedroom homes in communities with schools, parks and shops.
- The Horizon at Sobha Central by Sobha on Sheikh Zayed Road: from AED 1.68M, handover Dec 2029
- Rosehill at Dubai Hills Estate by Emaar: from AED 1.76M, handover Jun 2029
- Golf Vale at Emaar South by Emaar: from AED 1.99M, handover Mar 2030
- Terra Woods at Expo Living by Emaar (Emaar Properties, from AED 1.63M): close to Expo City Dubai
- Greencrest at Dubai Hills Estate (Emaar Properties, from AED 1.74M) and Parkwood at Dubai Hills Estate (Emaar Properties, from AED 1.76M): Emaar’s Dubai Hills apartment releases
- DAMAC District (DAMAC Properties, from AED 1.45M): DAMAC Hills, handover Q3 2029
- Mercedes-Benz Places | Binghatti City: branded apartments from AED 1.25M
Emaar Properties · Emaar South, Dubai SouthGolf Vale at Emaar SouthFrom AED 1.99M · Handover Mar 2030
AED 2–5 million: waterfront, city-centre and Golden Visa level
From AED 2 million, an off-plan purchase from an approved developer can qualify for the 10-year UAE Golden Visa (see our Golden Visa through property guide).
| Project | Developer | From | Handover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Haven at Dubai Creek Harbour | Emaar | AED 2.72M | Mar 2030 |
| Palm Central Private Residences | Nakheel | AED 2.7M | Sep 2030 |
| City Walk Crestlane by Meraas | Meraas | AED 2.8M | Apr 2030 |
| DAMAC Islands 2 | DAMAC | AED 2.99M | Jun 2030 |
| Chelsea Residences 2 by DAMAC | DAMAC | AED 2.16M | Dec 2029 |
| Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada | Arada | AED 3.79M | Q4 2029 |
Also worth comparing:
- Baystar by Vida at Rashid Yachts & Marina (Emaar Properties, from AED 2.11M): Emaar’s marina district next to Dubai’s old port
- Samana Ocean Crest (Samana Developers, from AED 2.15M): Dubai Islands (more in our Dubai Islands guide)
- Avarra by Palace (Emaar Properties, from AED 2.71M): Downtown Dubai
AED 5 million and above: villas and trophy homes
- Mulberry (Emaar Properties, from AED 10.29M): the newest Emaar release on our list this month
- Salva at The Heights Country Club by Emaar: villas from AED 6.76M, handover Jul 2030
- Ovelle at The Valley by Emaar: villas from AED 8.86M, handover Dec 2029
- Solaya by Meraas by Meraas: beachfront residences from AED 14.2M
- Palm Jebel Ali Villas — Frond B by Nakheel: from AED 18.1M
How to choose an off-plan project in Dubai
- Start with your goal. For rental income, compare service charges and the rent you can realistically achieve. For long-term growth, look at master communities where roads, schools and transport are still being delivered.
- Check transport access. With the new Urban Centres plan focused on homes around metro stations, ask how far the project is from an existing or planned station.
- Check the developer’s delivery record. Ask when their last three projects were handed over compared with the promised date.
- Read the payment plan, not just the price. A post-handover plan can matter more than a small price difference.
- Budget for costs on top. Add the 4% Dubai Land Department fee and registration costs; our purchase cost calculator works it out for you.
How Imperial Realty Dubai helps
Imperial Realty Dubai works with all the major developers, so we compare projects side by side instead of selling one brand. Each week we check developers’ price lists, so our team knows which projects have sold out and which have new phases. For most off-plan purchases the developer pays the agency, so advice from Imperial Pacific Real Estate usually costs you nothing.
Want the latest price lists, floor plans and payment plans? Message Imperial Realty on WhatsApp at +971 58 584 4383, call +971 4 452 8881, or visit our office in Business Bay. You can also book a free discovery call on imperialrealty.ae.
Prices are developers’ published starting prices on 3 November 2026 and change as units sell. This guide is general information, not financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest off-plan project in Dubai in November 2026?
Among the projects tracked by Imperial Realty on 3 November 2026, the lowest published starting price was Samana Mykonos Signature in Arjan (from AED 426K), followed by Samana Waves in JVC (from AED 476K). Starting prices usually apply to studios and change as units sell.
What is new in Dubai off-plan this month?
Emaar released Mulberry in Dubai Hills Estate, listed from AED 10.29M. Several older Emaar and DAMAC launches have also sold out or been withdrawn from sale, and some remaining units were re-priced, so check the current price list before you decide.
How does the Dubai Urban Centres Development Plan affect property buyers?
On 27 October 2026 the Executive Council of Dubai approved the plan with investment of more than AED 2 billion. According to Gulf News, it targets 74% of residents living around metro stations and an AED 20 billion rise in property values in the targeted urban centres. It is a government target, not a promise about any single property.
Which off-plan projects qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?
Off-plan property worth at least AED 2 million, bought from an approved developer, can qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa. On this list that includes Creek Haven, Palm Central Private Residences, City Walk Crestlane and DAMAC Islands 2. Imperial Realty Dubai checks eligibility for the exact unit before you reserve.
Do I pay Imperial Pacific Real Estate a fee to buy off-plan?
For most off-plan purchases the developer pays the agency, so advice from Imperial Pacific Real Estate usually costs the buyer nothing. You still pay the 4% Dubai Land Department fee and registration costs.
Sources: Gulf News: Dubai approves over Dh2 billion urban development plan (27 Oct 2026) · emaar.com · damacproperties.com · samanadevelopers.com · binghatti.com
Imperial Realty (Imperial Pacific Real Estate L.L.C) is a Dubai real estate agency at The Exchange Tower, Business Bay. Prices quoted are starting prices published by developers on the date of writing and can change; an advisor confirms the latest figures before you reserve.
