Dubai Islands: a guide for buyers

Dubai Islands, formerly known as Deira Islands, is a Nakheel waterfront development. This guide sets out what Nakheel reports about its size, setting and connections, and what to check before you buy off-plan.

According to Nakheel, Dubai Islands (formerly Deira Islands) comprises five islands with a total area of 17 square kilometres, aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. The five islands are The Central Island, Marina Island, Shore Island, Golf Island and Elite Island.

• Beaches and parks: over 20 kilometres of beaches, including a Blue Flag certified beach, and approximately two square kilometres of parks and open spaces, with golf courses overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
• Location: along Dubai's northern coastline, within a short distance of Dubai International Airport, Dubai Creek, Jumeirah and Downtown Dubai.
• Access: by road bridges, including the new Infinity Bridge, and by water transport.
• Hospitality: Nakheel says the islands will host over 80 resorts and hotels.

• Escrow: DLD states that all amounts received from buyers of off-plan units are deposited in the project escrow account.
• Handover and payment plan: check the completion date and each instalment in your contract.
• Service charges: ask for the RERA-approved rate.

Prices are the developer's and are subject to change and availability. Returns are not guaranteed; terms and conditions apply.

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This article is general guidance, not tax, legal or financial advice.