Dubai Off-Plan New Launches Tracker 2026 (Updated 26 June 2026)
- Jun 2
- 5 min read
Updated: Jun 26
If you are watching Dubai off-plan property in 2026, you know how fast things move. New launches drop almost every week, payment plans evolve, and readers keep asking me: which projects are open for booking right now? This page is my answer — a live index I refresh every week.
Below are the most prominent active off-plan launches in Dubai as of 26 June 2026. Every figure is sourced from the developer site, PropertyFinder, or the Dubai Land Department. Prices are indicative — always confirm directly with the developer or a licensed UAE real estate agent before acting.
Dubai Off-Plan Market Snapshot — Q1 2026: Off-plan accounted for 73% of all residential transactions in Q1 2026. Over 32,300 units sold for AED 105.5 billion (+35% YoY). Average off-plan price: AED 2,100/sqft. Foreign buyers invested AED 148.35 billion (+26% YoY). Sources: DLD Q1 2026 Report | Gulf News
Active Off-Plan Launches — Dubai Index (Updated 26 June 2026)
Prices as of 26 June 2026 — indicative only. Verify all figures directly with the developer or a licensed UAE real estate agent before acting. A 4% DLD registration fee applies to all Dubai property purchases, in addition to the prices shown.
Developer | Project | Area | Starting Price (AED) | Payment Plan | Handover | Status |
Emaar | Greencrest | Dubai Hills Estate | From AED 1.57M (1BR) | 80/20 — 10% booking, 70% build, 20% handover | Q2 2029 | Active |
Binghatti | Vision Iconic (Mercedes-Benz Places) | Nad Al Sheba / Meydan | From AED 2.6M (1BR) | 20% booking / 50% build / 30% handover | Q3 2028 | Active |
DAMAC | Islands 2 — Antigua Cluster | Dubailand | From AED 2.75M (4BR) | 75/25 | Q4 2027 | Active — EOI open |
Sobha | Skyvue Altier (Hartland 2) | MBR City | From AED 1.66M (1BR) | 60/40 — 10% booking | Q3 2028 | Active |
Danube | Diamondz | Jumeirah Lake Towers | From AED 1.1M (studio) | 69/31 — 1% per month post-booking | Q4 2027 | Active |
Ellington | Art Bay East | Jaddaf Waterfront | From AED 1.05M (1BR) | 70/30 | Q3 2026 | Near handover |
Aldar | Haven | Al Ain Road (E66) | From AED 1.8M (townhouse) | 60/40 | Q3 2027 | Active |
Danube | Viewz | Jumeirah Lake Towers | From AED 950K (studio) | 63/37 | Q2 2026 | Handover stage |
How to Read This Index
Each row is one active off-plan project open for bookings as of the update date above. The columns work like this:
Starting Price — the lowest advertised entry point from the developer's own site or a major portal. Actual units at this price may be limited.
Payment Plan — the headline split across booking / construction / handover. Danube's 1%-per-month plan operates differently from standard milestone plans — confirm the monthly schedule directly with the developer.
Handover — the developer's publicly stated target quarter and year. Always ask for the RERA-registered handover date as well.
Status — 'Active' means units are openly on offer; 'EOI open' means expressions of interest before a formal launch; 'Near handover' or 'Handover stage' means the building is in final finishing.
Who Each Project Suits
The right pick depends on what you are trying to do. Here is how I see each project on this index right now:
Established families and end-users: Emaar Greencrest. Dubai Hills Estate has mature schools, parks, and retail — you are buying into a working community. Emaar's delivery track record is the strongest on this list.
Brand-led investors: Binghatti Vision Iconic. The Mercedes-Benz association and 82-storey scale give it standout positioning for short-term rentals and resale. That premium is real — but so is the Q3 2028 wait.
Lifestyle buyers and villa seekers: DAMAC Islands 2. The water-and-villa master-plan concept sells a lifestyle; townhouses from AED 2.75M clear the Golden Visa threshold.
Quality-first buyers: Sobha Skyvue Altier. Sobha builds most of its product in-house, giving it unusual consistency over finish and delivery.
First-timers and budget investors: Danube Diamondz or Viewz. The 1%-per-month plan makes entry achievable without tying up large capital. Studios from AED 950K–1.1M are among the most accessible on this index.
Design-forward, lower construction risk: Ellington Art Bay East. Q3 2026 handover means the building is essentially done — you are buying late in construction, significantly reducing timeline risk.
Wellness and nature focus: Aldar Haven. Dubai's first Aldar community is built around active living and green space along the Al Ain Road corridor.
Before You Book: What Every Dubai Off-Plan Buyer Should Know
Budget for 4% DLD fee and Oqood registration. The Dubai Land Department transfer fee (4% of purchase price) plus Oqood registration (AED 2,100–4,200 for off-plan units) is your unavoidable day-one cost, on top of the purchase prices shown above.
Verify the project's escrow account. All Dubai off-plan projects must hold buyer payments in a RERA-regulated escrow account. Check the RERA registration number via the Dubai REST app or the DLD project portal before signing anything.
AED 2M+ properties qualify for the 10-year UAE Golden Visa. Binghatti Vision Iconic, DAMAC Islands 2, and Aldar Haven all clear that threshold from the entry unit, covering the buyer and immediate family.
Pair it with: Dubai Off-Plan Now at 74% of All Deals — DLD Analysis | DAMAC Summer Offer 2026 Explained | Emaar's Dh200bn Mega-District: What Buyers Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Which developer has the most flexible payment plan?
Danube's 1%-per-month structure (after a 20% booking deposit) is the most cash-flow-friendly on this index. For a Diamondz studio at AED 1.1M: roughly AED 220K on day one, then around AED 11K per month — compare that to Emaar's lump-sum construction milestones. Always calculate the total cost before committing.
Can I resell an off-plan unit before handover?
Yes — once you have paid at least 30–40% (threshold varies by developer and SPA terms), you can transfer your Sales & Purchase Agreement to a new buyer via the DLD. Confirm the resale conditions in your specific SPA before committing.
How do I check if a developer is RERA-registered?
Search for the project on dubailand.gov.ae or via the Dubai REST app. Every legitimate off-plan project must have a valid RERA registration number and an escrow account. If you cannot find both, treat it as a red flag.
Do the prices in this table include the DLD fee?
No. All prices shown are the developer's advertised purchase price only. Add 4% DLD fee + Oqood registration (AED 2,100–4,200) to calculate your true all-in acquisition cost.
How often is this page updated?
I aim to refresh this index every week — usually Fridays. When a project sells out, reaches handover, or changes pricing, I update or remove the row. The Updated date in the heading above tells you when the last review happened.
This is not financial advice. All figures are indicative as of 26 June 2026, sourced from publicly available developer websites, property portals, and Dubai government data. Property prices, payment plans, unit availability, and handover dates change frequently — always verify directly with the developer or a RERA-licensed real estate agent before making any financial commitment. Past price appreciation is not a guarantee of future returns. Not sponsored — all projects are included on editorial merit only.
— Angel Tyagi | angelindubai.com | Updated weekly. Bookmark this page and check back each Friday for the latest additions and status changes.
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