Community guide · Dubai
Living in Dubai Harbour
A seafront district between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, built around a marina and cruise terminal.
About Dubai Harbour
Dubai Harbour sits between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. Google Maps places DAMAC Bay and DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli by the Dubai International Marine Club, at Dubai Marina.
Emaar Beachfront is part of Dubai Harbour and has its own guide; DAMAC's towers here include DAMAC Bay, DAMAC Bay 2 and SkyCrest.
Key facts
EmirateDubai
OwnershipOpen to all buyers (freehold projects)
Home typesApartments, penthouses
Main developerSeveral developers, including DAMAC and Emaar
Price per sq ft*Ask uslatest prices on request
Rental yield*Ask usdepends on the unit
Market data: registered sales
What homes in Dubai Harbour actually sold for, from sales registered with the Dubai Land Department.
Sales registered (12 months)833
Median sale priceAED 4,800,000-16.3% vs previous 12 months
Median price per sq ftAED 3,700-7.5% vs previous 12 months
Gross rental yield5.1%median rent vs median price
Off-plan share of sales63.7%
| Home type | Median sale price | Median rent | Gross yield | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 3,100,000 | AED 130,000 a year | 5.2% | 288 |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 6,500,000 | AED 215,000 a year | 4.9% | 334 |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 7,585,425 | AED 360,000 a year | 5.1% | 165 |
Your guide to Dubai Harbour
Buying in Dubai Harbour
- Off-plan seafront towers. Ask us which are still selling.
- 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 Harbour
- Ask us for ready rentals in Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina.
- 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 Harbour
- Seafront address next to Dubai Marina. We check handover dates and service charges first.
- 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 Harbour
- We price your unit against nearby beachfront launches.
- 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.
Availability changes often. Tap a project to see its page, sold or selling. Ask us which homes are still on sale.
Lifestyle and amenities
Beach
Seafront towers with beach access.
Marina
Next to Dubai Marina.
Palm
Palm Jumeirah is next door.
Cruise
Dubai Harbour cruise terminal.
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Getting around
- Dubai Marina · next door*
- Palm Jumeirah · next door*
Dubai Harbour FAQs
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Sources (checked 15 October 2026)
- Google Maps - DAMAC Bay by Cavalli, Dubai International Marine Club
- Google Maps - DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli
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