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Community guide Dubai Creek · Ras Al Khor Rd by Emaar

Dubai Creek Harbour

Emaar's 6 sq km waterfront district on Dubai Creek, facing the Downtown skyline beside Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. 1-bed apartments average AED 1.70M with a 5.8% gross yield. Best bought for steady rent and skyline views, not quick price gains.

Veer & Sant Real Estate By Veer & Sant Real Estate · RERA ORN 38423 · Updated Nov 2026

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Entry price

AED 1.70M

1-bed, DLD avg

Price per sq ft

AED 2,356

Ready homes, DLD 2026

Gross yield

5.4–5.8%

1- to 3-bed

Price growth

+1.6%

vs same period 2025

Overview

About Dubai Creek Harbour: a waterfront district still being built

Dubai Creek Harbour is a 6 sq km master plan by Emaar and Dubai Holding on the east bank of Dubai Creek, next to the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. It has 13,174 completed homes in 90 buildings and 7,405 more under construction, almost all of them apartments.

Most homes sit on Creek Island, around Creek Beach and in the creek-front mainland towers. DLD registered 3,227 sales and 6,095 leases here between January and November 2026, while new towers are still selling off-plan.

First handovers
2019Dubai Creek Residences, Q3
Size
6 sq km13,174 homes built · 7,405 under way
Property types
1–3 bed apartmentsA few studios, 4-beds and townhouses
Residents
~40,000Dubai Media Office estimate
Service charge
~AED 19.6/sq ft2025 avg · Dubai apartments AED 15.6
On site
Creek Marina, Creek Beach, promenadeVida and Address hotels
Schools
None on site yetDeira International & Grammar School nearby

Prices, rents & yields

Dubai Creek prices, rents and rental yields

Averages from 957 ready-home sales and 5,845 apartment leases registered with the Dubai Land Department in 2026, not asking prices. Off-plan launches sell higher, at about AED 2,654 per sq ft.

Unit typeAvg priceAvg annual rentGross yield
1-bed apartmentHighest yield AED 1,698,113 AED 97,839 5.76%
2-bed apartmentMost liquid AED 2,745,086 AED 147,551 5.38%
3-bed apartment AED 4,191,927 AED 226,216 5.40%
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Is it right for you?

Pros and cons of Dubai Creek

Strengths

  • Steady rental income. 5.4–5.8% gross on 1- to 3-bed apartments.
  • Easy to resell. 3,227 sales in 2026; 2-beds are the most traded.
  • Metro from 2029. The Blue Line station here is due to open on 9 September 2029.
  • Skyline views. Many towers face Downtown and the Burj Khalifa across the creek.
  • Nature next door. Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary borders the district.

Trade-offs

  • Prices are flat. Ready homes are up 1.6% on 2025 and below their early-2026 peak.
  • Supply is coming. 7,405 homes hand over by 2029, 3,244 of them in 2029.
  • High service charges. AED 19.6 per sq ft, about 26% above the Dubai apartment average of AED 15.6.
  • No metro yet. Until 2029 you need a car or taxi for most trips.
  • Creek Tower is not certain. Its 2026 tender was postponed, so don't price it into your purchase.
Best suited toRental investorsBuyers who want skyline viewsBudgets from AED 1.7M

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Location

Where is Dubai Creek Harbour?

On the east bank of Dubai Creek, off Ras Al Khor Road (E44) and Nad Al Hamar Road (D62), beside Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary and across the water from Downtown Dubai.

  • Dubai Festival City10 min
  • Downtown Dubai15 min
  • Business Bay15 min
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB)18 min
  • The Dubai Mall20 min
  • Dubai Marina30–35 min
Metro coming in 2029. The Blue Line's Dubai Creek Harbour station is due to open on 9 September 2029. Until then, the nearest station is Creek on the Green Line.

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FAQ

Dubai Creek FAQs

Is Dubai Creek Harbour a good investment in 2026?

For rental income, yes: 1- to 3-bed apartments yield 5.4–5.8% gross. For short-term growth the case is weaker, as ready prices are up only 1.6% on 2025 and 7,405 new homes hand over by 2029.

How much does an apartment cost in Dubai Creek Harbour?

DLD averages for ready apartments in 2026: 1-beds about AED 1.70M, 2-beds about AED 2.75M and 3-beds about AED 4.19M. Off-plan launches average about AED 2,654 per sq ft, above ready homes at AED 2,356.

Who is the developer of Dubai Creek Harbour?

Emaar Properties, in a joint venture with Dubai Holding. All 114 residential buildings in the district are by Emaar.

What are the service charges in Dubai Creek Harbour?

The 2025 average was AED 19.6 per sq ft a year, up from AED 18.0 in 2023. Buildings range from AED 6.3 to AED 25.6, so check the exact figure before you buy.

Is there a metro station in Dubai Creek Harbour?

Not yet. The Dubai Metro Blue Line station in Dubai Creek Harbour is due to open on 9 September 2029, planned as the world's tallest metro station at 74 metres.

Are there schools in Dubai Creek Harbour?

There are no schools inside the community yet. Deira International School and Grammar School Dubai are a 5–15 minute drive away.

Which unit type is easiest to resell?

2-bed apartments: they made up 1,409 of the 3,227 sales registered in 2026, which is why we tag them as the most liquid unit in the table above.

Is the Dubai Creek Tower being built?

Not yet. Emaar planned to tender a redesigned tower in 2026, but the tender was postponed. Buy for what exists today, not for the tower.

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