Dubai Off-Plan New Launches Tracker 2026 (Updated 11 October 2026)
Updated: 5 days ago
Dubai's off-plan pipeline keeps widening, and this tracker is the weekly index I keep so you don't have to trawl a dozen developer sites. As of 11 October 2026, this refresh adds Meraas's Solaya towers at La Mer, Beyond's Bella by Passo on Palm Jumeirah, Zaya's Lunaya Terraces, Sobha's The Brooks, Nakheel's Podium Villas and Mr Eight's Le Chateau Piétrus. Listed entry prices run from AED 666,000 (Imtiaz's The Archive) up to AED 30 million (Solaya 8), with handovers from Q1 2027 to Q2 2031.
One table, refreshed every week, cross-checked against developer pages and Property Finder's live new-projects listings. All figures are indicative and sourced as of 11 October 2026 — verify directly with the developer before acting on any figure shown. DLD fee (4%) and Oqood registration are not included in any price.
Active Launches — Index Table (11 October 2026)
Rates as of 11 October 2026 — indicative, verify with the bank/developer. Payment plans reflect standard launch terms; phase availability and early-investor pricing may differ. DLD fee (4%) and Oqood registration are not included in any price shown.
Developer | Project | Area / Location | Starting Price | Payment Plan | Handover | Status |
Emaar | Valia Tower | Dubai Creek Harbour | AED 2.06M | 10/70/20 | Q3 2030 | Selling |
Emaar | Avarra by Palace | Business Bay | AED 2.82M | See developer | Q2 2031 | Selling |
Emaar | Virella 2 | The Valley | AED 4.37M | See developer | Q1 2030 | Selling |
Emaar | Ovelle | The Valley | AED 7.10M | See developer | Q4 2029 | Selling |
Emaar | Serro 2 | The Heights Country Club & Wellness | AED 6.20M | See developer | Q2 2030 | Selling |
Sobha | Sanctuary Apartments | Sobha Sanctuary | AED 999K | See developer | Q3 2029 | Selling |
Sobha | The Woods Abode | Sobha Sanctuary | AED 999K | See developer | Q4 2029 | Selling |
Sobha | The Brooks | Sobha Sanctuary | AED 4.00M | See developer | Q3 2029 | New to tracker |
DAMAC | Islands | Damac Islands | AED 2.49M | See developer | Q4 2028 | Selling |
DAMAC | Velencia | Damac Lagoons | AED 725K | See developer | Q1 2029 | Selling |
Ellington | The Meriva Collection | Dubai Islands | AED 2.70M | See developer | Q2 2030 | Selling |
Nakheel | Palm Central Private Residences Ph. 2 | Palm Jebel Ali | AED 2.70M | See developer | Q3 2030 | Selling |
Nakheel | Bay Estate | Dubai Islands | AED 5.00M | See developer | Q4 2029 | Selling |
Nakheel | Podium Villas | Palm Jumeirah (Palm Beach Towers) | AED 5.30M | See developer | Q1 2027 | New to tracker |
Meraas | The Edit at D3 | Dubai Design District | AED 2.00M | See developer | Q1 2030 | Selling |
Meraas | Solaya 5 and 7 | La Mer, Jumeirah | AED 15.40M | See developer | Q3 2029 | New to tracker |
Meraas | Solaya 8 | La Mer, Jumeirah | AED 30.00M | See developer | TBC | New to tracker |
Beyond | Arancia Yards 2 | City of Arabia | AED 1.20M | See developer | Q2 2029 | Selling |
Beyond | Bella by Passo | Palm Jumeirah | AED 6.30M | See developer | Q4 2029 | New to tracker |
Zaya | Lunaya Terraces | Jebel Ali (Saih Shuaib 1) | AED 5.00M | See developer | Q1 2029 | New to tracker |
Mr Eight Development | Le Chateau Piétrus | Dubai Islands | AED 3.94M | See developer | Q3 2028 | New to tracker |
Imtiaz | The Archive | Dubai Land Residence Complex | AED 666K | See developer | Q3 2028 | Selling |
Sources: Emaar Properties | Property Finder — New Projects, Dubai | Sobha Realty | DAMAC Properties | Ellington Properties. Verified 11 October 2026.
My shortcut when comparing multiple launches: filter by handover year first. Near-term handovers (2027-2028) mean less construction-risk time but a shorter payment-plan runway; 2029-2031 gives more time to pay but longer illiquidity. Pick your horizon, then compare developers and areas within it.
How to Read This Table
Starting Price: The lowest advertised unit price where the developer or a major portal has published one. 'See developer' means the payment-plan structure was not published in the sources checked on 11 October 2026 — contact the developer's sales team directly. DLD fees (4%) and Oqood registration are not included in any figure shown.
Payment Plan (e.g. 80/20, 10/70/20): Construction%/Handover% (or Booking%/Construction%/Handover%). An 80/20 plan means 80% paid in staged instalments during construction and 20% on handover. Always confirm the exact milestone schedule in writing before signing.
Status — glossary: 'New to tracker' = added to this tracker's peer set for the first time this refresh after appearing in Property Finder's Dubai new-projects listing. 'Selling' = open for reservation with active inventory. 'TBC' = handover date not yet published by the developer as of 11 October 2026.
This month's individual launch deep-dives on the blog: Danah Bay Tower, Al Marjan Island | Joud Tower, Dubai | Agua Residences, Dubai Islands | Sei on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi | Arthouse Hills, Arjan | Omya Residences, Dubai | Samana Hills, South Arjan | Elo 1, DAMAC Hills 2 | Dugasta Properties launches | Ayami Residence, Dubai.
Each linked guide carries its own sourced pricing, payment-plan and yield breakdown — figures aren't repeated here to avoid duplicating numbers that move independently of this index's weekly refresh.
What to Check Before Buying Off-Plan
Dubai has one of the more regulated off-plan frameworks globally. RERA requires all projects to hold stage payments in dedicated escrow accounts, and the Oqood system tracks every off-plan contract. Check these before signing anything:
RERA / Oqood registration — Verify the project is registered at dubailand.gov.ae before paying a booking fee. An unregistered project is a red flag.
Developer track record — How many projects has the developer completed, and were they on time? Longer-established developers carry more delivered-project history to check than newer entrants.
Escrow account — Stage payments must go to an RERA-approved escrow account, released only against certified construction milestones. Confirm this in writing before signing.
DLD 4% fee + Oqood — Budget approximately 4% of the purchase price for Dubai Land Department (DLD) transfer fees plus AED 3,000-5,000 for Oqood registration — on top of the purchase price and typically not included in payment plans.
Handover dates are estimates — Off-plan completion dates slip. Don't commit to rental contracts or visa timelines that depend on a specific handover quarter.
Resale / assignment rules — If you may want to sell before handover, check the developer's assignment policy — some charge a fee, others restrict assignment until a minimum payment milestone is reached.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is off-plan property in Dubai?
Off-plan means buying a property before it is built. You reserve a unit based on developer plans, pay in staged instalments tied to construction progress, and receive the keys at handover. It's popular in Dubai because payment plans spread the cost across two to four years, and launch prices are often below comparable finished property in the same area.
Is buying off-plan in Dubai safe?
Dubai's RERA escrow and Oqood framework makes it one of the more regulated off-plan markets globally. The main risks are developer delays and, rarely, project cancellation. Buying from a developer with a track record of delivered projects, confirming RERA registration, and verifying an active escrow account reduces risk. Speak to a RERA-registered agent or licensed financial adviser before committing.
Can expats and non-residents buy off-plan in Dubai?
Yes. Dubai allows foreigners to buy freehold property in designated freehold zones — virtually all projects in this table qualify. A purchase of AED 2 million or above can make buyers eligible for the UAE Property Golden Visa (10-year renewable residency); verify current eligibility thresholds with GDRFA before relying on this for visa planning, as conditions can change.
What total costs should I budget beyond the purchase price?
Budget approximately 5-7% on top of the purchase price: DLD fee (4%), Oqood registration (roughly AED 3,000-5,000), agent fee if buying through a broker (typically 2%), and any developer admin or NOC charges. Some developers absorb the DLD fee during launch promotions — confirm what's included before signing the sales agreement.
Why do most payment plans say 'See developer'?
Property Finder's listing shows only the number of plans per project, not their structure, and I only print a split (like Valia Tower's 10/70/20) when a developer source states it. Emaar communities I tracked earlier (such as Fior 1, Terra Woods, Greencrest, Creek Haven and the Emaar South clusters) were not re-confirmed in this week's check, so they are omitted until I can tie their figures to a same-week source.
Sources & Disclaimer
Data compiled from: Emaar Properties, Property Finder — New Projects, Dubai, Sobha Realty, DAMAC Properties, Ellington Properties, and Dubai Land Department (DLD). All prices and availability verified 11 October 2026 — figures are indicative and change frequently.
This is not financial advice or investment advice. Property investments carry risk including construction delays, market price fluctuations, and illiquidity during the off-plan period. All prices are indicative — verify directly with the developer before committing. Angel in Dubai is not a property broker or investment adviser. Consult a RERA-registered agent or licensed financial adviser for personalised guidance.
Not sponsored. No developer or agent fees were received in exchange for any listing in this tracker. Listings are included editorially based on active availability and public pricing. All figures subject to change — verify with the developer before acting.
— Angel Tyagi, Creator of Angel In Dubai
Cover: standing tracker cover image. Inline images: Dubai Creek Harbour; a representative DAMAC development in Dubai; the Dubai Marina skyline — all previously reviewed and CDN-verified site assets.
Angel in Dubai is not a real-estate broker and holds no DLD or RERA advertising permit. Any prices here are reported market data as of the date noted — not an offer, and not an invitation to buy. Verify directly with the developer or on the Dubai Land Department portal.
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