Community guide · Dubai
Living in Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar's waterfront district beside Dubai Creek and its wildlife sanctuary, with a marina, promenade and Creek Beach.
About Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai Creek Harbour sits beside Dubai Creek and its wildlife sanctuary. Homes overlook the marina, flamingo lagoons and the skyline, with the promenade, waterfront dining and Creek Beach a short walk away (Emaar).
It is mostly apartments and penthouses, with easy access to Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport. It is Emaar's busiest launch area, with releases such as Valia and Creek Haven.
Key facts
EmirateDubai
OwnershipConfirm per unit
Home typesApartments, penthouses
Main developerEmaar
Price per sq ft*From AED 1.96MValia, Emaar listing
Rental yield*Ask usdepends on the unit
Market data: registered sales
What homes in Dubai Creek Harbour actually sold for, from sales registered with the Dubai Land Department.
Sales registered (12 months)4,005
Median sale priceAED 2,623,808+2.9% vs previous 12 months
Median price per sq ftAED 2,564+6.3% vs previous 12 months
Gross rental yield5.7%median rent vs median price
Off-plan share of sales67.3%
| Home type | Median sale price | Median rent | Gross yield | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,953,888 | AED 98,000 a year | 5.7% | 1,704 |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,141,888 | AED 150,000 a year | 5.7% | 1,672 |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 4,300,000 | AED 215,000 a year | 5.3% | 606 |
| 4-bedroom apartments | AED 7,056,888 | AED 440,000 a year | – | 22 |
Your guide to Dubai Creek Harbour
Buying in Dubai Creek Harbour
- Recent Emaar launches include Valia (1-4 bed apartments, from AED 1.96M) and Creek Haven (1-3 bed, from AED 2.72M), as listed by Emaar.
- Foreign buyers can own freehold in Dubai's designated freehold areas. We confirm every unit's title and status with the Dubai Land Department before you pay anything.
- Budget for the one-off 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee. It is a purchase cost, not a yearly tax.
- Homes worth AED 2 million or more can qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, off-plan included. The authorities make the final decision.
Renting in Dubai Creek Harbour
- Waterfront apartments close to Downtown and the airport. Ask us for available homes.
- Every Dubai lease is registered on Ejari.
- Rent increases at renewal follow the RERA rental index, so check the official calculator before you agree a new rent.
Investing in Dubai Creek Harbour
- Emaar's most active launch area, so there is a steady choice of off-plan entries alongside ready towers.
- Individuals' rental income from UAE property is outside UAE Corporate Tax (Cabinet Decision No. 49 of 2023), and there is no annual property tax.
Selling or letting in Dubai Creek Harbour
- With new launches in the same district, a ready home must stand out on view, price and condition.
- New launches compete for the same buyers, so a ready home has to stand out on price, condition and photos. We handle all of that for you.
AlberoAltanCreek HavenCreek BayValiaMontivaSilvaLyvia by PalaceAltusValoAeonCreek Waters 2The Cove IIMoorCedarMangroveCreekside 18Creek GateHarbour GateAddress Residences Dubai Creek Harbour (sold out)Arlo (sold out)Palace Residences Creek Blue (sold out)Oria (sold out)Creek Waters (sold out)Palace Residences North (sold out)Savanna (sold out)Creek Beach Lotus (sold out)Orchid (sold out)Vida Residences Creek Beach (sold out)Surf (sold out)Creek Crescent (sold out)Palace Residences (sold out)Creek Palace (sold out)Summer (sold out)Island Park (sold out)Island Park II (sold out)Grove (sold out)Address Harbour Point (sold out)Rosewater (sold out)
Availability changes often. Tap a project to see its page, sold or selling. Ask the expert which homes are still on sale.
Lifestyle and amenities
Creek
Beside Dubai Creek and its wildlife sanctuary (Emaar).
Beach
Creek Beach a short walk away.
Marina
Marina views and flamingo lagoons.
Connected
Easy access to Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport.
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Getting around
- Downtown Dubai · easy access*
- Dubai International Airport · easy access*
Dubai Creek Harbour FAQs
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Sources (checked 14 October 2026)
This guide is general information, not legal or financial advice. Prices, yields and rules change; we confirm the latest position before you commit.
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