Downtown Dubai is rapidly changing, and this district is renowned for having an iconic skyline and unparalleled lifestyle features, thus continuously attracting high-return real estate investment. Off-plan projects, which are becoming a major trend, promise flexible payment plans, low initial investment costs, as well as high future appreciation.
There are a number of high-profile developments that will begin to launch in the near future; now is the time to be ahead of the curve. Here in this blog, we feature the most promising forthcoming off-plan projects in Downtown Dubai, what is good about them, what the investor anticipates, and why they should be on the radar.
Top Off-Plan Projects in Downtown Dubai
1. St. Regis Residences
Luxury off-plan development by Emaar, St. Regis Residences, Downtown Dubai, provides a set of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Sitting a couple of steps away from Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa, it offers sophisticated living and the status of the St. Regis. The amenities, which will be of world-class quality, will include a signature spa, a pool, concierge services, private lounges, and a fitness center.
The available payment plan for the project is quite flexible, 70/30, that is, 70 per cent during the construction period and 30 per cent upon delivery. The location has elegant views and the best hospitality to cater the discerning taste of the people who want to stay in the most distinctive part of Dubai.
Completion Date: December 2026
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | 2,501,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 4,043,000 |
| 3-Bedroom | 6,915,000 |
2. Elegance Tower
Elegance Tower by Damac is a new forthcoming off-plan residential development in Downtown Dubai, which is being designed jointly with fashion icon Zuhair Murad. The tower features high-quality 1 and 2-bed apartments with stylish interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows, which provide excellent city views. The amenities to be enjoyed by its residents will include a state-of-the-art gym, pool, landscaped leisure deck, and concierge services.
The project is accompanied by an 80/20 fiscal schedule where 80 per cent is paid during the construction stages and 20 per cent when it is handed over. In its excellent location beside Dubai Mall and elegant design style, Elegance Tower will be a high-end living source with an additional substantial investment factor.
Completion Date: Q1 2026
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | 2,243,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 3,416,000 |
3. Society House
Society House by Invest Group Overseas is an elegant and contemporary off-plan residential tower in Downtown Dubai, which was designed in the best interests of urban executives. It provides studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with modern finishes. The complex has some curated facilities such as a co-working lounge, pool, gym, fitness area, a private cinema, and a resident’s coffee shop.
Its payment scheme is also flexible, a 60/40 payment scheme, 60 per cent at the start of construction, 40 per cent on handover, which makes it more attractive to investors. Located only minutes away from Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, Society House is not only a combination of lifestyle, location, and functionality, but also a excellent place to invest, especially among buyers who want to enjoy life with a social twist.
Completion Date: Q2 2026
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| Studio | 1,447,000 |
| 1-Bedroom | 2,333,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 4,277,000 |
4. Rove Home
Rove Home Downtown by IRTH and OCTA is a new design-driven off-plan development that introduces a hotel approach to living in the comfort of the house. It provides fully equipped studios, 1 and 2-room apartments, which are in the Rove trademark smart and vibrant design. The residents will have distinctive facilities such as a co-working lounge, a podcasting studio, a swimming pool, a gym facility, a games room, and a communal cafe.
The project will have a 50/50 payment plan that involves 50 per cent to be paid during the construction and the other 50 per cent on handover. Being in close proximity to the Dubai Mall and the Boulevard, Rove Home is perfect for the young professionals and investors, helping them acquire the property that is lifestyle-oriented and located in a high-demand region.
Completion Date: Q2 2026
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| Studio | 1,480,000 |
| 1-Bedroom | 2,200,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 4,200,000 |
5. W Residences
W Residences Downtown Dubai by Dar Al Arkan will incorporate the exciting, stylish character of the W brand into luxury housing. This off-plan project features luxury 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments with modern and open-style designs and floor-to-ceiling windows exposing beautiful views of Burj Khalifa. Each apartment has its own amenities such as a Clubhouse, media room, yoga studio, pool, W-branded fitness center, and a cafe that can only be used by the residents.
The project has a 60/40 payment scheme (60 per cent construction period and 40 per cent upon commission). Just right within the Boulevard, W Residences combines the good taste of high-end design, excellent location, and the W lifestyle, making it an outstanding investment.
Completion Date: Q3 2026
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | 2,150,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 3,600,000 |
| 3-Bedroom | 5,950,000 |
6. Mercedes Benz Places
Mercedes-Benz Places by Binghatti is an off-plan landmark that will set a new standard of luxury living in Downtown Dubai. This legendary 65-story tower features ultra-premium two, three, and four-bedroom apartments, and in-kind penthouses, endowed with the Mercedes-Benz legendary design philosophy, Sensual Purity.
The residents will have access to the best facilities, such as a wellness spa, a pool, a personal valet, a concierge service, and an EV charging extension. The development will have a 70/30 payment schedule, i.e., 70 per cent during construction and 30 per cent on handover. Mercedes-Benz Places is located by Burj Khalifa, the new lifestyle complex of automotive-inspired architecture, with innovative design that unites automotive sophistication.
Completion Date: Q4 2026
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 2-Bedroom | 9,300,000 |
| 3-Bedroom | 19,999,999 |
| 4-Bedroom | 35,699,999 |
7. One Residence
One Residence, Downtown Dubai by Ginco Properties is an exclusive off-plan tower within the central area of the city that consists of studios, 1 and 2-bedroom units with floor-to-ceiling windows and smooth fixtures. The proposed project will deliver an outstanding lifestyle: a pool, a kids pool with a trampoline park, a yoga studio, a fully equipped gym, a golf simulator, a co-working space, movie/music rooms, Zen gardens, and barbecue zones. The payment scheme is flexible, divided into 10 per cent on booking, 40 per cent during construction, and 50 percent on handover.
Completion Date: Q1 2027
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| Studio | 1,580,000 |
| 1-Bedroom | 2,380,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 3,780,000 |
8. Fairmont Residences Solara Tower
Sol Properties Fairmont Residences Solara Tower is a premium off-plan project located in the heart of Downtown Dubai that comprises apartments of 1 to 4 bedrooms and duplex penthouses of 5 bedrooms. The designs of the apartments are large with floor-to-ceiling windows, a large terrace, and Italian and German finishes with built-in Miele appliances.
Residents will have high-quality amenities such as a pool, spa, sauna, and steam rooms, a gym, yoga garden, a cinema, a golf simulator, a padel court, co-working areas, exclusive dining levels, and round-the-clock concierge and valet services. The scheme has a 60/40 payment cycle, whereby 60 per cent is paid throughout the construction period and 40 per cent on completion.
Completion Date: Q3 2027
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | 2,900,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 5,775,000 |
| 3-Bedroom | 8,149,729 |
9. Sofitel Residences Downtown
Sofitel Residences Downtown Dubai is an Azha Development project in collaboration with Accor that provides the ultimate living experience with a touch of French flair. The boutique tower is composed of 4-5-bedroom penthouses and 1-3-bedroom apartments that are serviced as per Sofitel standards.
The residents are offering a number of amenities: fitness center, spa/sauna/steam, immersive theater, kids creativity space, padel court, pool and bar, yoga garden, and valet/concierge. The project is on a 40/60 terms of payment, usually 10% at booking, approximately 30% at the time of construction, and 60% on handover. It is strategically placed in the downtown, suitable when one wants to live in luxury apartments with a brand name.
Completion Date: Q3 2027
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | 2,990,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 4,141,122 |
| 3-Bedroom | 8,874,708 |
10. Volta
Volta by Damac is a new project that is off-plan, located on Sheikh Zayed Road next to Downtown Dubai. This is a 60-storey tower that has 1 and 2-bedroom apartments with luxury finishing in the lower levels and ultra-luxury apartments with 3 and 4 bedrooms in higher levels with panoramic operational and city skyline view.
Volta boasts iconic amenities including: a top-of-the-line fitness center, a boxing ring, a yoga deck, a pool, a track loop, a spa, and meditation pods. Its payment plan is 80/20- 80% of the time construction and 20% on delivery. The future occupants will be modern urban people intrigued by its exceptional location and healthy lifestyle.
Completion Date: Q1 2028
| Apartment Type | Average Sales Price |
|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | 1,970,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | 2,890,000 |
Market Trends & What to Expect
- International buyers make up more than 60% of all real estate transactions in 2024.
- With the ROI maintained at 5.59 to 6.39 (depending on the size of the unit), Downtown Dubai offers substantial rental yields.
- The prices of properties in Downtown have increased by more than 9% in the year 2025, and The St. Regis Residences - Tower 1 was the most selling project in the year 2025 with a growth in the ratio of 231.3%.
Closing In!
Downtown Dubai remains an investment powerhouse that exudes iconic landmarks and incomparable living standards. The district is a promising opportunity given good ROI potential, an escalating property value, and undiminished demand among international buyers, namely, in the off-plan segment.
New projects will be not only of architectural complexity but also a guarantee of payment plans, branding partnerships, and upscale facilities. Downtown off-plan market is one to jump on before the prices go higher, either because you crave long-term appreciation or you like luxury living where it counts.
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