Dubai Creek Harbour
apartment community
Buyer read
1-bed homes offer a clear entry, but off-plan sales dominate
1-bed homes have a median sale price of AED 1.89M. 81% of recent sales are off-plan, while market activity ranks above average. The downside profile is robust, based on 3 of 5 available inputs.
AED 1.89M
1-bed median · 2026 YTD
81% off-plan
High supply-pressure proxy
Above average
Relative to Dubai communities
Robust
3 of 5 risk inputs available
A waterfront development by Emaar featuring Dubai Creek Tower (under construction) and stunning views of Downtown.
Median PSF
AED 2,515
Apartments
YoY change
+3.9%
5-yr sales
24,780
DLD transactions
Gross yield
3.6%
Ejari, last 12m
DUBUY VERDICT
Exceptional amenity density, weaker transit
Dubai Creek Harbour offers strong day-to-day convenience with public-transport coverage is unscored. The mapped inventory covers 78 named venues; use the detail cards below to check the categories that matter to your routine.
Amenity access
77/100
Outdoor access
—
Transit
—
Mapped venues
78
Dining
6/100
26 mapped
Shopping
5/100
13 mapped
Health
4/100
5 mapped
Nightlife
3/100
1 mapped bars
DUBUY VERDICT
Broad access to highly rated schools
18 schools sit in the mapped catchment; 17 currently have a KHDA inspection rating, including 7 rated Very Good or Outstanding. Families can choose across 6 curriculums; check actual drive times and admissions availability below.
Schools nearby
18
Top-rated
7
Curricula
6
Best rating
Outstanding
Schools nearby
18
Within the mapped catchment
Curriculum
IB
+5 more
Median fees
AED 27K
Approx. annual fee
Rating
Outstanding
Best nearby KHDA rating
DUBUY VERDICT
Reset expectations niche pick only
Both yield and 3-year capital growth sit below median. Reasons to buy here exist — specific schools, family ties, lifestyle — but the headline investment case is weak.
YoY change
+3.9%
3-yr growth
+6%
Gross yield
3.6%
5yr volume
24,780
Current PSF
AED 2,577
6-month forecast
-1.2%
Forecast range
2,420–2,674
AED per sqft
Confidence
High
Model confidence
Dubai Creek Harbour is a primarily apartment-based community in Dubai with 24,780 transactions on record over the last five years. Median price per square foot sits at AED 2,515, up 3.9% year-on-year, tracking below the city-wide 8.3% benchmark. Use the tabs above to drill into the market detail, rental economics, schools catchment, lifestyle amenities, off-plan pipeline or active listings.
Affordability quick-look
Pre-filled with Dubai Creek Harbour median. Drag the sliders — DLD-typical 4.5% APR over 25 years.
Monthly payment
AED 9K
Loan AED 1.67M · 25 yrs @ 4.5%
Indicative only — real rates vary by bank, residency status and credit profile. UAE typically requires 20–25% down for residents, 35–50% for non-residents.
PROPERTY CATALOGUE
Homes in Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai Creek Harbour is led by apartments, with 60 named developments and home types available to research.
Home types
3
Registered and marketed
Typical size
998 sqft
Community median
Named homes
60
Projects and home types
Floor plans
0 licensed
Rights-cleared only
Apartments
Studio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R, 5 B/R, 6 B/R
684–1,644 sqft
Hotel apartments
Studio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R
736–1,598 sqft
Villas
Bedroom mix not published
Not published
Includes Skyvue, SKYSCAPE, THE DUBAI CREEK RESIDENCES and 57 more.
Explore all homesMarket temperature & historical discussion for Dubai Creek Harbour
Archived discussion themes: Praised for affordable 2-bedroom apartments available at competitive pricing. Criticised for initial rental prices higher than current market transacting levels.
Historical discussion
Below average
historical discussion rank among covered Dubai areas
Dated 2021–2026 archive from r/dubai, r/UAE and r/expats · 147 on-topic mentions · latest item Jul 19, 2026 · last scored 2026-07-21
Discussion trend
Getting worse
-0.21 per year
Mostly discussed by
residents
50% of mentions
Sentiment over time
Axis zoomed to the observed range (-0.7 to +0.7); sentiment scores still use the full −1 to +1 scale.
Sentiment from Q2 2024 to Q3 2026 moved from -0.52 to -0.24. Based on 143 mentions across 10 quarters.
What people praise
- +Affordable 2-bedroom apartments available at competitive pricing×5
- +Good quality cafes and bakeries with nice seating areas available×4
- +Newer EMAAR developments show quality improvements over earlier builds×4
- +Excellent walkable neighborhood with nearby supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants×3
- +Extensive waterfront amenities including parks, beach, marina, and shopping×3
What people criticise
- −Initial rental prices higher than current market transacting levels×4
- −Drone incident caused building evacuation and safety concerns×3
- −Build quality inconsistent across developers; some units underperform compared to others×3
- −Delivery drivers and scooters create unsafe pedestrian environment×3
- −Most apartments are cramped like recent developments×2
Who's talking
Communities with similar vibes
Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.
Based on 147 Reddit posts and comments (2021–2026) from r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats and r/digitalnomad, scored by Claude Haiku. Latest collected item: Jul 19, 2026. Last scored 2026-07-21. Read the full methodology.
Market Context
Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. Dubai Creek Harbour is growing more moderately, which may indicate better value opportunities.
Nearby schools18 schools
View on DubaiSchools.aiGlendale International School LLC
Deira International School
Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou School Oud Metha
Dubai English Speaking School
Swiss International Scientific School FZ-LLC
Universal American School - Branch
Available Curriculums
School data from DubaiSchools.ai • KHDA ratings • Updated May 2026
Local amenities
Mapped amenities within a 2.5km straight-line radius • 46 total outlets near Dubai Creek Harbour
High amenity density · based on mapped POI density, not routed walking conditions
Lifestyle Scores
Data source: OpenStreetMap via Overpass API • 2.5km straight-line radius • Source snapshot: January 2026
Transport & Lifestyle
Moderate mapped greenery · #46 of 75 mapped Dubai communities The 6 figure counts OpenStreetMap park-tagged features within 2.0km of the community centre. It does not mean 6 distinct named parks or confirm walking access.
Travel times from Dubai Creek Harbour
Real drive times based on Dubai road network • Peak hours (8-10am, 5-8pm) shown
Airport access
Drive times from Dubai Creek Harbour to Dubai airports
Future: Expanding to become world's largest airport by 2040
Drive times are estimates based on distance and typical Dubai traffic patterns. Actual times may vary based on traffic conditions and route taken.
Future developmentsPositive outlook
Coming Soon: Dubai Creek Tower
Key infrastructure improvements coming to this area. Dubai Square will enhance connectivity and amenities.
Planned & Ongoing Projects (2)
Dubai Square
Next-generation retail district at Dubai Creek Harbour, designed as an alternative to traditional malls with tech-integrated shopping.
- Innovation hub
- Tech-forward retail experience
- Tourism attraction
Dubai Creek Tower
Observation tower at Dubai Creek Harbour, designed to be taller than Burj Khalifa. Project paused but land reserved.
- Iconic landmark
- Tourism magnet
- Property value driver for Creek Harbour
Data compiled from Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, RTA announcements, developer publications, and official government sources. Project timelines are subject to change.
Active listings in Dubai Creek Harbour
Sale and rental listings pulled from PropertyFinder. Filter by purpose, bedrooms, or price — sort live.
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Market history
Prices fell 3.2% while sales fell 10% last quarter.
Median sale price per sqft and registered sales, by completed quarter. Volume often moves before price.
Latest median PSF
AED 2,483
Q2 2026
3m price change
-3.2%
vs prior completed quarter
Quarter sales
512
Q2 2026
3m sales change
-10.0%
vs prior completed quarter
Completed quarters are used instead of raw 1-month changes because DLD registrations typically lag 4–8 weeks and thin monthly samples can overstate changes in the mix of homes sold.
Ready vs off-plan · DLD
Ready / resale
AED 2,862/sqft
79 sales
Off-plan (developer)
AED 2,421/sqft
8,377 sales
Median AED/sqft from DLD, split by registration type. Off-plan reflects developer / Oqood pricing; ready reflects secondary-market resale.
Median sale price by bedroom
DLD transaction records, 2020–2026
| Type | Median Price | AED/sqft | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 B/R | AED 1.73M | 2,415 | 5,199 |
| 2 B/R | AED 2.59M | 2,435 | 2,841 |
| 3 B/R | AED 3.99M | 2,465 | 328 |
| 4 B/R | AED 7.91M | 2,691 | 29 |
Ejari rental contracts
Government-filed · 599 contracts
6-month forecast
From 2026Q2 · 8 quarters of data
AED 2,577/sqft → AED 2,547/sqft
Range AED 2,420 – 2,674· -2.8 pp vs Dubai forecast (+1.6%)
Drivers
Base trend
OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo
Supply pressure
81% off-plan share — high incoming supply
Discussion momentum
Historical discussion trend -0.21 over last 4q (dated 2021–2026 Reddit archive, n=147)
OLS trend + supply pressure + dated discussion momentum. Not a substitute for property-level appraisal. Methodology →
Buy vs rent
Buying breaks even in ~2.3 years — strong investment case
See the year-by-year buy-vs-rent cashflow for Dubai Creek Harbour
Pro members get the full 30-year simulation chart with sensitivity sliders.
Rental yields
Gross · last 24 months Ejari ÷ DLD median sale
-2.3 pp vs Dubai median
By bedroom type
AED 94K/yr ÷ AED 2.59M
Gross yield only — service charges (0.5–1.5%) and management costs not deducted. Confidence reflects sample size: high (≥25/25), medium (≥10/10).
RERA Rent Increase Calculator
Dubai Law No. 43 of 2013 — what can your landlord legally charge?
How RERA calculates the cap (Law 43 of 2013)
| Current rent vs market | Max increase |
|---|---|
| At or above market | 0% |
| Up to 10% below market | 0% |
| 11–20% below market | 5% |
| 21–30% below market | 10% |
| 31–40% below market | 15% |
| More than 40% below market | 20% |
Market rate is the RERA rental index for this community + unit type, derived from Ejari registration data. Data covers thousands of registered contracts.
Asking vs DLD
25% of active listings sit >15% above DLD median — negotiation room before you offer.
See the building-level asking-vs-DLD gap in Dubai Creek Harbour
Pro members get every building's premium-vs-fair-value, ranked — useful for finding negotiation room before you offer.
Value a unit in this community
Bedroom-specific psf, building-tier adjusted, with the actual comparables we used. Free — methodology shown.
Price Trends
Median PSF change over time
3 months
+0.5%
6 months
+3.8%
1 year
+6.0%
2 years
+10.6%
Median price per square foot (PSF), quarter-on-quarter, ending 2026Q2. From DLD transactions; monthly granularity isn't published.
| Quarter | Median/sqft | Transactions | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Q3 | AED 2,558 | 291 | -0.7% |
| 2026Q2 | AED 2,577 | 1,318 | +0.5% |
| 2026Q1 | AED 2,564 | 1,542 | +3.3% |
| 2025Q4 | AED 2,483 | 1,539 | -0.7% |
| 2025Q3 | AED 2,500 | 2,205 | +2.9% |
| 2025Q2 | AED 2,430 | 1,959 | +4.3% |
| 2025Q1 | AED 2,330 | 1,215 | -2.3% |
| 2024Q4 | AED 2,385 | 1,767 | -2.7% |
| 2024Q3 | AED 2,450 | 3,119 | +5.2% |
| 2024Q2 | AED 2,330 | 854 | +3.1% |
| 2024Q1 | AED 2,261 | 1,123 | +9.3% |
| 2023Q4 | AED 2,069 | 399 | -3.3% |
| 2023Q3 | AED 2,140 | 936 | +4.2% |
| 2023Q2 | AED 2,053 | 1,120 | +1.9% |
| 2023Q1 | AED 2,015 | 1,531 | +11.1% |
| 2022Q4 | AED 1,814 | 807 | +3.5% |
| 2022Q3 | AED 1,752 | 870 | -2.1% |
| 2022Q2 | AED 1,789 | 827 | +0.6% |
| 2022Q1 | AED 1,779 | 695 | +2.8% |
| 2021Q4 | AED 1,731 | 509 | +2.3% |
| 2021Q3 | AED 1,692 | 154 |
Property Mix
By Type
Room Distribution
Developers2 developers
Scores are editorial — DLD delivery record + RERA filings + industry reportsEmaar Properties
- •Strongest brand recognition
- •Proven delivery track record
- •Premium locations
- •Premium pricing
- •Slower capital appreciation in mature areas
Azizi Developments
- •Competitive pricing
- •High rental yields
- •Flexible payment plans
- •Mixed reviews on finishes
- •High density projects
Area health & valuations
Healthcare, education, government housing, air quality, and official land valuations.
Real Estate Agents in Dubai
DLD-licensed agents • 8,724 registered brokers from 792 agencies
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Featured Agents
All agents verified through Dubai Land Department (DLD) licensing system
Rental market in Dubai Creek Harbour
162 Ejari contracts · DLD official data
Median annual rent
AED 94K
Registered Ejari contracts
Monthly equivalent
AED 7,792
Annual median divided by 12
Gross yield
4.2%
Before service charges and costs
New / renewed
13 / 149
Contract counts
Rent by Bedroom Type
2 Bedrooms
157 contracts
AED 94K/yr
AED 7,792/mo
Short-term rental (Airbnb) yield
Estimated from 127 active Airbnb listing-months. Medians, not guarantees — actual returns depend on hosting effort, seasonality and DTCM permit costs.
Median nightly
AED 714
Occupancy
68%
Est. annual revenue
AED 129,180
Gross STR yield
5.8%
Source: AirROI Dubai Airbnb listing-month data (Kaggle jasonairroi/airbnb-short-term-rental-data-dubai) joined to DLD median sale prices · Refreshed 2026-08-04 · methodology
Coverage note: the underlying dataset omits several areas (including Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and JBR), so STR yields aren't available for every community — absence here means no data, not no short-term-rental market.
Rental market by bedrooms
Source: DLD Ejari rental contracts
Off-plan risk
46/100
Moderate
Headline risk for Dubai Creek Harbour. Buyer Pro explains the five supply, developer, pricing, liquidity, and momentum drivers.
Explain Dubai Creek Harbour's off-plan risk score
See the five scored drivers covering supply concentration, developer delivery, price premium, exit liquidity, and momentum.
Composite of leverage trend, transaction velocity, asking-vs-realized wedge, market-temperature proxy, and off-plan share. Exact scores require at least 4 of 5 inputs; lower coverage is shown as a tier only. Higher = more vulnerable to a downturn. Not a buy/sell signal — context only.
Mapped greenery
Moderate mapped greeneryCounts OpenStreetMap-tagged green features (parks, gardens, woods, grass and pitches) within a 2.0km straight-line search radius of the community centroid. The tier is relative to other Dubai communities and does not claim walkability or shade. Satellite vegetation is the ESA WorldCover 2021 share at 10m resolution when available.
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All guides & rankingsFrequently asked questions about Dubai Creek Harbour
What is the average property price in Dubai Creek Harbour?
The median property price in Dubai Creek Harbour is AED 2,220,888, with a median price per square foot of AED 2,515. Prices have changed +3.9% year-over-year as of July 2026.
What types of properties are available in Dubai Creek Harbour?
Dubai Creek Harbour is primarily an apartment community with approximately 100% apartments and 0% villas. The most common property types include Flat (18,064), Hotel Apartment (772).
How is the real estate market performing in Dubai Creek Harbour?
Dubai Creek Harbour has seen 24,780 property transactions over the past 5 years. The current year-over-year price change is +3.9%, with 6,011 transactions in the last 12 months. This data is sourced from the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
Numbers above are derived from Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction records and Ejari rental contracts as of July 2026.How we built this.