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Dubai Creek Harbour

apartment community

AED 2,526/sqft+4.4%YoY

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.

Entry unit

AED 1.89M

1-bed median · 2026 YTD

Recent sale mix

81% off-plan

High supply-pressure proxy

Market activity

Above average

Relative to Dubai communities

Downside profile

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 2,526

Apartments

YoY change

+4.4%

5-yr sales

25,090

DLD transactions

Gross yield

3.7%

Ejari, last 12m

Emaar Properties· Premium31,590residents· 2026 est.· 14K householdsEst. 2016
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DUBUY VERDICT

Exceptional amenity density, weaker transit

Dubai Creek Harbour offers exceptional amenity density 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

100/100

Outdoor access

Transit

Mapped venues

78

Dining

12/100

58 mapped

Shopping

5/100

13 mapped

Health

5/100

6 mapped

Nightlife

3/100

1 mapped bars

HighlightsDubai Creek TowerHarbour viewsRas Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

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

+4.4%

3-yr growth

+6%

Gross yield

3.7%

5yr volume

25,090

Median PSF

AED 2,526

Apartments

YoY change

+4.4%

5-yr sales

25,090

DLD transactions

Gross yield

3.7%

Ejari, last 12m

Dubai Creek Harbour is a primarily apartment-based community in Dubai with 25,090 transactions on record over the last five years. Median price per square foot sits at AED 2,526, up 4.4% year-on-year, tracking below the city-wide 7.0% benchmark. Use the evidence groups above to test daily life, market depth, available homes, and downside before deciding what to do next.

Affordability quick-look

Pre-filled with Dubai Creek Harbour median. Drag the sliders — DLD-typical 4.5% APR over 25 years.

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Property priceAED 2.23M
Down payment25% · AED 558K

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.

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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

4

Registered and marketed

Typical size

999 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

684–1,645 sqft

Hotel apartments

Studio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R

736–1,598 sqft

Penthouses

4 B/R

2,440 sqft typical

Includes Skyvue, SKYSCAPE, THE DUBAI CREEK RESIDENCES and 57 more.

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Market 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.

Market temperatureAbove average69th percentileDLD transaction velocity, asking-price compression, acceleration and stability · updated 2026-09-08

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

+0.70-0.7Q2 24: sentiment -0.52, n=11Q2 24Q3 24: sentiment -0.18, n=6Q4 24: sentiment -0.19, n=5Q4 24Q1 25: sentiment -0.04, n=5Q2 25: sentiment 0.01, n=11Q3 25: sentiment -0.02, n=7Q3 25Q4 25: sentiment -0.07, n=15Q1 26: sentiment -0.30, n=16Q1 26Q2 26: sentiment -0.30, n=56Q3 26: sentiment -0.24, n=11Q3 26

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

  1. +Affordable 2-bedroom apartments available at competitive pricing×5
  2. +Good quality cafes and bakeries with nice seating areas available×4
  3. +Newer EMAAR developments show quality improvements over earlier builds×4
  4. +Excellent walkable neighborhood with nearby supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants×3
  5. +Extensive waterfront amenities including parks, beach, marina, and shopping×3

What people criticise

  1. Initial rental prices higher than current market transacting levels×4
  2. Drone incident caused building evacuation and safety concerns×3
  3. Build quality inconsistent across developers; some units underperform compared to others×3
  4. Delivery drivers and scooters create unsafe pedestrian environment×3
  5. Most apartments are cramped like recent developments×2

Who's talking

Residents 50%Considering a move 25%Agents / brokers 14%Investors 7%Tourists 3%Unclassified 1%

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 VERDICT

Price momentum is positive over the longer cycle

Dubai Creek Harbour is tracking below Dubai's current 7.0% annual benchmark. Read price direction together with volume, yield, and forecast confidence rather than treating one change figure as a buy signal.

YoY change

+4.4%

3-yr growth

+6%

12m sales

5,659

Forecast

high

Current PSF

AED 2,530

6-month forecast

-0.8%

Forecast range

2,384–2,634

AED per sqft

Confidence

High

Model confidence

HOMES & LISTINGS VERDICT

There is enough stock to narrow by name

Dubai Creek Harbour is led by apartments, with 60 named developments and home types available to research.

Named profiles

60

Primary stock

Apartments

Agent evidence

Available

Off-plan mix

81%

Named profiles

60

complete catalogue

Primary stock

Apartments

100% of observed mix

12m sales

5,659

DLD transactions

Agent evidence

Available

Observed listing specialists

RISK & SUPPLY VERDICT

The downside needs explicit underwriting

Supply concentration, delivery pipeline, leverage, liquidity, flood exposure, and forecast uncertainty can change the exit case. The current downside profile is robust with 3 of 5 composite inputs available.

Supply pressure

high

Downside

Robust

Forecast confidence

high

Mapped greenery

Moderate

Off-plan share

81%

Recent ready/off-plan sales

Supply pressure

High

5,659 sales sampled

Downside profile

Robust

3 of 5 inputs

Forecast confidence

High

Scenario confidence

Market Context

Dubai Property Index
153.7
+7.0% YoY (citywide DLD)
This Area vs Market
Underperforming
+4.4% vs +7.0%
Housing Inflation
5.3%
Annual (Dubai average)

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.

Local amenities

Mapped amenities within a 2.5km straight-line radius • 81 total outlets near Dubai Creek Harbour

Exceptional amenity density
Amenity access score
100/100

Exceptional amenity density · based on mapped POI density, not routed walking conditions

Food & Drink
58
Restaurants39
Cafes & Coffee16
Bars & Nightlife1
Click to explore venues
Shopping
13
Supermarkets9
Mini Marts4
Click to explore venues
Health
6
Pharmacies3
Clinics3
Click to explore venues
Lifestyle
1
Gyms & Fitness0
Spas0
Salons1
Click to explore venues

Lifestyle Scores

Dining12/100
Shopping5/100
Health5/100
Nightlife3/100
B2 BanksATM1 ATMs

Data source: OpenStreetMap via Overpass API • 2.5km straight-line radius • Source snapshot: September 2026

Transport & Lifestyle

Moderate greenery
6 park features

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

Creek
Metro Station1.2 km
17 min
walk
3 min
drive
Al Jadaf
Metro Station2.4 km
31 min
walk
6 min
drive
Creek Park
Park3.6 km
48 min
walk
9 min
drive
Dubai Healthcare City
Metro Station3.8 km
51 min
walk
9 min
drive
Al Garhoud
Metro Station4.3 km
57 min
walk
10 min
drive
Oud Metha
Metro Station4.9 km
66 min
walk
12 min
drive
Airport Terminal 1
Metro Station5 km
66 min
walk
12 min
drive
Zabeel Park
Park5.8 km
78 min
walk
14 min
drive
Al Mamzar Beach Park
Park9 km
120 min
walk
22 min
drive
Jumeirah Beach Park
Park9.8 km
130 min
walk
23 min
drive

Airport access

Drive times from Dubai Creek Harbour to Dubai airports

DXBNearest
Dubai International
6 km
Off-peak7 min
Normal10 min
Peak hour17 min
Via Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66) or direct via Airport Road
~1 Salik toll gate
DWCFuture Hub
Al Maktoum International
38.8 km
Off-peak47 min
Normal1h 2m
Peak hour1h 52m
Via Emirates Road (E611) → Expo Road
~2 Salik toll gates

Future: Expanding to become world's largest airport by 2040

AUH
Abu Dhabi International
110.6 km
Off-peak2h 13m
Normal2h 57m
Peak hour5h 18m
Via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) → Abu Dhabi
~3 Salik toll gates

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)

Retail

Dubai Square

In Planning

Next-generation retail district at Dubai Creek Harbour, designed as an alternative to traditional malls with tech-integrated shopping.

2028+
Key Benefits:
  • Innovation hub
  • Tech-forward retail experience
  • Tourism attraction
Tourism

Dubai Creek Tower

In PlanningHigh Impact

Observation tower at Dubai Creek Harbour, designed to be taller than Burj Khalifa. Project paused but land reserved.

TBD
Key Benefits:
  • 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.

Observed listing specialists

Agents with real choice in Dubai Creek Harbour

135 matching sale adverts across 74 agents. Ranked by unique listings, not paid placement or a claim of service quality.

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#1 by matching listings

Annie Cabag

Agency not supplied by feed

22

85% of observed sale portfolio here

AED 1.7M–6.5M

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#2 by matching listings

Alisher Tolubaev

Agency not supplied by feed

7

88% of observed sale portfolio here

AED 1.8M–4.0M

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#3 by matching listings

Dhanvanthri Ramasekar

Agency not supplied by feed

6

67% of observed sale portfolio here

AED 2.8M–5.5M

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Observed 7 Sept 2026. One physical home can be advertised more than once; use this shortlist to find agents with options, then verify the individual RERA licence and interview them.

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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30-DAY REPRICING

Collecting repricing evidence for Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubuy is validating advertised asking-price reductions before publishing this community signal. Zeros are withheld until comparable collection runs and the accuracy audit pass.

Completed runs

25

Minimum release

4 runs

Audit sample

0

State

shadow

Advert-level changes, not unique homes or completed-sale discounts.

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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.

Price/sqft Sales

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

80 sales

Off-plan (developer)

AED 2,424/sqft

8,501 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

TypeMedian PriceAED/sqftSales
1 B/RAED 1.74M2,415
5,271
2 B/RAED 2.59M2,435
2,864
3 B/RAED 4.00M2,465
336
4 B/RAED 7.93M2,705
30

Ejari rental contracts

Government-filed · 607 contracts

+19%20212026
AED 80K
AED 80K
AED 81K
AED 91K
AED 95K
AED 95K
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

6-month forecast

From 2026Q3 · 8 quarters of data

high
-0.8%over 6mo

AED 2,530/sqft → AED 2,509/sqft

Range AED 2,3842,634· -2.1 pp vs Dubai forecast (+1.3%)

Drivers

Base trend

OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo

+2.5 pp

Supply pressure

81% off-plan share — high incoming supply

-1.6 pp

Discussion momentum

Historical discussion trend -0.21 over last 4q (dated 2021–2026 Reddit archive, n=147)

-1.7 pp

OLS trend + supply pressure + dated discussion momentum. Not a substitute for property-level appraisal. Methodology →

Rental yields

Gross · last 24 months Ejari ÷ DLD median sale

3.7%

-2.2 pp vs Dubai median

By bedroom type

2 B/Rhigh
3.7%

AED 95K/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?

AED
How RERA calculates the cap (Law 43 of 2013)
Current rent vs marketMax increase
At or above market0%
Up to 10% below market0%
11–20% below market5%
21–30% below market10%
31–40% below market15%
More than 40% below market20%

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

+2.6%median premium · 139 listings

32% of active listings sit >15% above DLD median — negotiation room before you offer.

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Offer guide

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394 ready-home DLD sales put the exact bedrooms middle PSF at AED 2,362. Add the asking price and internal area to scale the evidence to a home.

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Value a unit in this community

Bedroom-specific psf, building-tier adjusted, with the actual comparables we used. Free — methodology shown.

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Property Mix

By Type

Apartments100.0%

Room Distribution

2 B/R
42%
1 B/R
38%
3 B/R
19%
4 B/R
1%
5 B/R
0%
6 B/R
0%

Developers2 developers

Scores are editorial — DLD delivery record + RERA filings + industry reports

Area health & valuations

Healthcare, education, government housing, air quality, and official land valuations.

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Real Estate Agents in Dubai

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4
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251 licensed agents
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195 licensed agents

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Rental market in Dubai Creek Harbour

170 Ejari contracts · DLD official data

Median annual rent

AED 95K

Registered Ejari contracts

Monthly equivalent

AED 7,917

Annual median divided by 12

Gross yield

4.3%

Before service charges and costs

New / renewed

24 / 146

Contract counts

Rent by Bedroom Type

2 Bedrooms

166 contracts

AED 95K/yr

AED 7,917/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%

Short-term beats long-term Ejari by +2.1 percentage points — but with hosting effort, vacancy risk and DTCM permit costs (~AED 370/yr) to factor in.

Source: AirROI Dubai Airbnb listing-month data (Kaggle jasonairroi/airbnb-short-term-rental-data-dubai) joined to DLD median sale prices · Refreshed 2026-09-08 · 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

2 Bedrooms
AED 95,000/yr(166 contracts)

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.

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Low fragility · 3/5 inputs

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 greenery
Parks
6
Gardens
19
Woods / forest
0
Recreation grounds
0
Pitches
0
Grass / lawns
12
Total features
37
Named parks
0
Satellite vegetation
4.6%

Counts 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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Frequently 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 2,231,888, with a median price per square foot of AED 2,526. Prices have changed +4.4% year-over-year as of September 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 25,090 property transactions over the past 5 years. The current year-over-year price change is +4.4%, with 5,659 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 September 2026.How we built this.