Investment · Dubai Creek Harbour

First-Time Investor Guide to Dubai Creek Harbour

A plain-English starting point for buying your first Dubai property in Dubai Creek Harbour.

Price per sqft

AED 2,150 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 100,000/yr

Gross yield

6–7%

Short-let occupancy

73%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Dubai Creek Harbour sits near AED 1,677,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Creek Marina beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

6–7% gross long-term, or around AED 153,209 a year hosted at 73% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Dubai Creek Harbour at a glance

Dubai Creek Harbour is Emaar's waterfront masterplan with skyline views across the creek. Buying sits at AED 2,150 per sqft — roughly AED 1,677,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 100,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 575 a night at 73% occupancy, around AED 153,209 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 211,428 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Dubai Creek Harbour?

Roughly AED 1,677,000 for an entry unit in cash, or about a quarter of that as a deposit with finance, plus fees.

Can I buy remotely?

Yes — purchases can be completed by power of attorney without flying in.