Dubai Islands is Nakheel's most ambitious and transformative coastal masterplan since Palm Jumeirah.
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","Title":null,"moduleClass":null,"moduleId":null,"sectionSpacing":null,"id":"69fae807e6ab5d2e3762597b"}},{"moduleType":"NormalText","moduleData":{"Text":"The investment momentum behind Dubai Islands is accelerating. Off-plan apartment prices grew 16% in a single six-month period to reach AED 2,340 per sq ft by mid-2025 — representing 38.9% below Palm Jumeirah pricing and approximately 82% below Jumeirah Bay Island. Transaction volumes on the islands grew 109% in the second half of 2025, generating AED 5.6 billion in deal value — a 129.6% jump. Most recently, Nakheel awarded a AED 527 million ($144 million) infrastructure contract for Island B (Shore Island) and a AED 2.6 billion construction contract for Bay Villas — the most significant development commitments yet, signalling the pace of delivery that investors have been waiting to see. Full project completion is expected by 2030.
Dubai Islands is conceived as a complete coastal city destination — not a single-purpose residential community but a multi-island ecosystem where beaches, marinas, golf, culture, retail, hospitality and residential living interlock to create a genuinely self-sufficient and world-class lifestyle environment.
Buyers seeking residential property for sale in Dubai will find Dubai Islands offers a broad and deliberate mix of residential typologies spanning the full spectrum from accessible mid-market apartments to ultra-exclusive beachfront mansions, reflecting Nakheel's intention to create a community rather than purely a luxury enclave.
Dubai Islands is positioned at a compelling entry point relative to established waterfront communities — prices materially below Palm Jumeirah despite comparable coastal quality and amenity ambition.
Dubai Islands represents one of Dubai's most structurally compelling early-stage waterfront investment opportunities — a government-backed, Nakheel-delivered coastal masterplan at a price point still meaningfully below its most comparable established peer.
Dubai Islands is divided across five named islands, each with its own development character and focus:
Dubai Islands is located off the coast of Deira in northern Dubai, connected to the mainland via the Infinity Bridge and Al Khaleej Road.
A new 1.4 km, four-lane Shindagha Corridor bridge connecting Bur Dubai directly to Dubai Islands is expected to open in 2026, providing a further significant reduction in commute times and adding pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. Gold Souq Metro Station on the Green Line is approximately 10 minutes by car — the nearest metro connection. Public transport is still limited within the islands themselves but expected to expand significantly as the community populates. The RTA has also confirmed a new 8-lane bridge awarded as part of ongoing connectivity investment.
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Dubai Islands is for investors and lifestyle buyers who want to enter Dubai's next iconic coastal address before the market fully closes the gap with Palm Jumeirah pricing. The data trajectory is unambiguous — 16% price growth in six months, 129.6% transaction value growth in H2 2025, a AED 2.6 billion villa construction award and a new Shindagha bridge opening in 2026 — all pointing in the same direction. The analogy with Palm Jumeirah's development arc, La Mer's appreciation and the power of Nakheel's delivery track record is well-made. For those with a 3 to 7-year horizon, the entry pricing remains one of Dubai's most compelling coastal opportunities. For end-users and holiday home investors, Blue Flag beaches, three operational resort hotels, a 248-berth marina and 20+ kilometres of shoreline are already delivering a lifestyle that is tangible today, not only promised for tomorrow.
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Dubai Islands was developed by Nakheel Properties, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate. The project was originally conceived as Palm Deira in the early 2000s, restructured and rebranded as Deira Islands, and officially launched in its current form as Dubai Islands in August 2022.
How many islands are there?
Five interconnected islands: Central Island, Shore Island, Marina Island, Golf Island and Elite Island, spanning a total of 18.6 square kilometres.
Is Dubai Islands freehold?
Yes. Dubai Islands is a fully freehold development, accessible to both UAE nationals and international buyers with complete ownership rights.
What hotels are currently operational?
Three hotels are currently open: RIU Dubai (800 keys, opened 2020), Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai (607 keys, opened 2021) and Park Regis by Prince Dubai Islands (159 keys, opened 2024). Rixos Hotel & Residences is under construction with a Q4 2026 target.
What are the projected rental yields?
7% to 9% annually, reflecting the beach resort character, strong short-term rental demand and limited comparable waterfront supply in this price corridor.
How does pricing compare to Palm Jumeirah?
Average off-plan prices on Dubai Islands are approximately AED 2,340 per sq ft — 38.9% below Palm Jumeirah's approximately AED 3,250 per sq ft. Analysts project the gap to narrow significantly as infrastructure matures and the community activates.
When will Dubai Islands be fully complete?
Full completion of the masterplan is targeted by 2030. Individual projects are delivering on phased timelines, with Central Island targeted for initial handover in 2025 to 2026, Bay Villas and Rixos Residences targeting 2026 to 2029.
Is there a new bridge connecting Dubai Islands to the mainland?
Yes. The RTA's Shindagha Corridor Project includes a new 1.4 km, four-lane bridge connecting Bur Dubai directly to Dubai Islands, expected to open in 2026. It will accommodate 16,000 vehicles per hour and include dedicated pedestrian and cycling paths.
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