International City Phase 3
apartment community
Buyer read
Apartments offer a clear entry, but off-plan sales dominate
Apartments have a median sale price of AED 784K. 74% of recent sales are off-plan, while market activity ranks above average. The downside profile is moderate, based on 2 of 5 available inputs.
AED 784K
Apartment median · 2025-11-02 to 2026-11-02
74% off-plan
High supply-pressure proxy
Above average
Relative to Dubai communities
Moderate
2 of 5 risk inputs available
The newest phase of International City featuring modern apartment blocks and improved infrastructure compared to earlier phases.
Median PSF
AED 1,151
Apartments
YoY change
+17.6%
5-yr sales
4,232
DLD transactions
Median price
AED 784K
All property types
DUBUY VERDICT
Exceptional amenity density, weaker transit
International City Phase 3 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
8/100
32 mapped
Shopping
7/100
19 mapped
Health
5/100
8 mapped
Nightlife
0/100
0 mapped bars
DUBUY VERDICT
Capital growth, not cashflow for the appreciation thesis
International City Phase 3 has compounded 107% over 3 years. Yields are below median — buy for resale, not rental income.
YoY change
+17.6%
3-yr growth
+107%
Gross yield
—
5yr volume
4,232
Median PSF
AED 1,151
Apartments
YoY change
+17.6%
5-yr sales
4,232
DLD transactions
Median price
AED 784K
All property types
International City Phase 3 is a primarily apartment-based community in Dubai with 4,232 transactions on record over the last five years. Median price per square foot sits at AED 1,151, up 17.6% year-on-year, outperforming the city-wide 5.3% 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 International City Phase 3 median. Drag the sliders — DLD-typical 4.5% APR over 25 years.
Monthly payment
AED 3K
Loan AED 588K · 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 International City Phase 3
International City Phase 3 is led by apartments, with 60 named developments and home types available to research.
Home types
2
Registered and marketed
Typical size
712 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
395–1,129 sqft
Hotel apartments
Studio, 1 B/R
407–862 sqft
Includes International City Phase 3, GLOBAL POINT, Coventry 2 and 57 more.
Explore all homesMarket temperature & historical discussion for International City Phase 3
Archived discussion themes: Praised for affordable rental options available for budget-conscious students. Criticised for parking enforcement appears predatory with excessive fines for minor violations.
Historical discussion
Bottom 30%
historical discussion rank among covered Dubai areas
Dated 2021–2026 archive from r/dubai, r/UAE and r/expats · 141 on-topic mentions · latest item Jul 21, 2026 · last scored 2026-07-21
Discussion trend
Getting worse
-0.25 per year
Mostly discussed by
residents
50% of mentions
Sentiment over time
Axis zoomed to the observed range (-0.5 to +0.5); sentiment scores still use the full −1 to +1 scale.
Sentiment from Q1 2024 to Q3 2026 moved from -0.27 to -0.30. Based on 129 mentions across 9 quarters.
What people praise
- +Affordable rental options available for budget-conscious students×4
- +Affordable apartments under 1 million AED available×3
- +Competitive rental yields compared to other budget segments×2
- +International clusters offer diverse dining options from different countries×2
- +Affordable rental prices compared to other Dubai areas×2
What people criticise
- −Parking enforcement appears predatory with excessive fines for minor violations×31
- −Real estate agencies offering monthly rentals have poor reviews×5
- −Sharjah is a better residential alternative than Dubai International City×3
- −Severe overcrowding with illegal bedspace arrangements and poor hygiene conditions×2
- −Studio apartments in this budget range are concentrated here×2
Who's talking
Communities with similar vibes
Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.
Based on 141 Reddit posts and comments (2021–2026) from r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats and r/digitalnomad, scored by Claude Haiku. Latest collected item: Jul 21, 2026. Last scored 2026-07-21. Read the full methodology.
MARKET VERDICT
Price momentum is positive over the longer cycle
International City Phase 3 is outperforming Dubai's current 5.3% annual benchmark. Read price direction together with volume, yield, and forecast confidence rather than treating one change figure as a buy signal.
YoY change
+17.6%
3-yr growth
+107%
12m sales
1,493
Forecast
medium
Current PSF
AED 1,270
6-month forecast
+6.2%
Forecast range
1,241–1,457
AED per sqft
Confidence
Medium
Model confidence
HOMES & LISTINGS VERDICT
There is enough stock to narrow by name
International City Phase 3 is led by apartments, with 60 named developments and home types available to research.
Named profiles
60
Primary stock
Apartments
Agent evidence
Limited
Off-plan mix
74%
Named profiles
60
complete catalogue
Primary stock
Apartments
92% of observed mix
12m sales
1,493
DLD transactions
Agent evidence
Limited
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 moderate with 2 of 5 composite inputs available.
Supply pressure
high
Downside
Moderate
Forecast confidence
medium
Mapped greenery
Sparse
Off-plan share
74%
Recent ready/off-plan sales
Supply pressure
High
1,493 sales sampled
Downside profile
Moderate
2 of 5 inputs
Forecast confidence
Medium
Scenario confidence
Market Context
Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. International City Phase 3 is growing faster than the citywide average, indicating strong local demand.
Nearby schools14 schools
View on DubaiSchools.aiGEMS Our Own English High School
Published fees: 2026-2027
Uptown International School (Br. of Taaleem Management LLC)
Published fees: 2026-2027
GEMS Al Khaleej International School - Dubai Branch
Published fees: 2026-2027
The School of Research Science L.L.C
Published fees: 2026-2027
Sharjah American International Private school
Published fees: 2026-2027
Primus Private School L.L.C
Published fees: 2026-2027
Available Curriculums
School locations and ratings from DubaiSchools.ai • Mapping recorded November 2026 • KHDA ratings checked 2026-11-01 • KHDA fee tables checked 2026-11-01
Local amenities
Mapped amenities within a 2.5km straight-line radius • 78 total outlets near International City Phase 3
Exceptional amenity density · based on mapped POI density, not routed walking conditions
Lifestyle Scores
Data source: OpenStreetMap • 2.5km straight-line radius • Source snapshot: November 2026
Transport & Lifestyle
Sparse mapped greenery · #69 of 86 mapped Dubai communities The 2 figure counts OpenStreetMap park-tagged features within 1.5km of the community centre. It does not mean 2 distinct named parks or confirm walking access.
Travel times from International City Phase 3
Real drive times based on Dubai road network • Peak hours (8-10am, 5-8pm) shown
Agent inventory status
No community-level agent inventory observed for International City Phase 3
We are not ranking agents or linking to an unfiltered market for this community. This status is checked whenever the listing snapshot refreshes.
Active listings in International City Phase 3
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 International City Phase 3
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
paused
Advert-level changes, not unique homes or completed-sale discounts.
Open filtered Repricing RadarMarket history
Prices rose 9.1% while sales fell 39% last quarter.
Median sale price per sqft and registered sales, by completed quarter. Volume often moves before price.
Latest median PSF
AED 1,235
Q3 2026
3m price change
+9.1%
vs prior completed quarter
Quarter sales
330
Q3 2026
3m sales change
-38.9%
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.
The headline median blends ready resale with off-plan (developer) sales — about 74% of recorded sales here are off-plan. A ready-only split is added on the next DLD data refresh.
6-month forecast
From 2026Q4 · 8 quarters of data
AED 1,270/sqft → AED 1,349/sqft
Range AED 1,241 – 1,457· +5.9 pp vs Dubai forecast (+0.3%)
Drivers
Base trend
OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo
Supply pressure
74% off-plan share — high incoming supply
OLS trend + supply pressure + dated discussion momentum. Not a substitute for property-level appraisal. Methodology →
Offer guide
Build an opening reference for International City Phase 3
162 ready-home DLD sales put the exact bedrooms middle PSF at AED 914. Add the asking price and internal area to scale the evidence to a home.
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
+2.8%
6 months
+12.2%
1 year
+19.8%
2 years
+50.5%
Median price per square foot (PSF), quarter-on-quarter, ending 2026Q4. From DLD transactions; monthly granularity isn't published.
| Quarter | Median/sqft | Transactions | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Q4 | AED 1,270 | 138 | +2.8% |
| 2026Q3 | AED 1,235 | 330 | +9.1% |
| 2026Q2 | AED 1,132 | 540 | +0.6% |
| 2026Q1 | AED 1,125 | 248 | +6.1% |
| 2025Q4 | AED 1,060 | 400 | +1.0% |
| 2025Q3 | AED 1,049 | 488 | +14.1% |
| 2025Q2 | AED 919 | 442 | -3.9% |
| 2025Q1 | AED 956 | 314 | +13.3% |
| 2024Q4 | AED 844 | 252 | +14.2% |
| 2024Q3 | AED 739 | 281 | -11.6% |
| 2024Q2 | AED 836 | 183 | +9.9% |
| 2024Q1 | AED 761 | 115 | -2.7% |
| 2023Q4 | AED 782 | 92 | +2.8% |
| 2023Q3 | AED 761 | 76 | -2.7% |
| 2023Q2 | AED 782 | 91 | +47.8% |
| 2023Q1 | AED 529 | 64 | +29.0% |
| 2022Q4 | AED 410 | 49 | -17.7% |
| 2022Q3 | AED 498 | 31 | -27.7% |
| 2022Q2 | AED 689 | 19 | +6.0% |
| 2022Q1 | AED 650 | 34 | +9.1% |
| 2021Q4 | AED 596 | 45 |
Property Mix
By Type
Room Distribution
Developers3 developers
Scores are editorial — DLD delivery record + RERA filings + industry reportsNakheel
- •Iconic waterfront locations
- •Strong government backing
- •Established communities
- •Some older stock needs renovation
- •Service charges vary
Meraas
- •Exceptional design quality
- •Lifestyle-focused amenities
- •Prime locations
- •Premium pricing
- •Limited inventory
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 directory • 33,565 observed brokers from 9,963 offices • Observed 2 Nov 2026 • Complete coverage unverified
View All AgentsTop Agencies by Team Size
Featured Agents
Registration details from the latest available Dubai Land Department broker export
Off-plan risk
39/100
Moderate
Headline risk for International City Phase 3. Buyer Pro explains the five supply, developer, pricing, liquidity, and momentum drivers.
Explain International City Phase 3'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
Sparse mapped greeneryCounts OpenStreetMap-tagged green features (parks, gardens, woods, grass and pitches) within a 1.5km straight-line search radius of the community reference point. 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.
Time machine
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Frequently asked questions about International City Phase 3
What is the average property price in International City Phase 3?
The median property price in International City Phase 3 is AED 784,000, with a median price per square foot of AED 1,151. Prices have changed +17.6% year-over-year as of November 2026.
What types of properties are available in International City Phase 3?
International City Phase 3 is primarily an apartment community with approximately 92% apartments and 0% villas. The most common property types include Flat (3,305), Shop (37).
How is the real estate market performing in International City Phase 3?
International City Phase 3 has seen 4,232 property transactions over the past 5 years. The current year-over-year price change is +17.6%, with 1,493 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 property-level Ejari rental records. DLD transaction coverage through November 2026.How we built this.