Distress Deal
This unit has sold and is no longer available. The page is kept as a record of a deal we transacted. Every figure on it — the asking price, the discount to original price and the payment schedule — is the position as listed on 14 April 2026 and is historic. It is not an indication of what the same unit, or a comparable one, would cost today.
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The numbers
| UNIT PRICE | AED 1,600,000 |
| 1. Payment to seller | AED 668,057 |
| 2. DLD Transfer fee 4% + 40 AED | AED 64,040 |
| 3. DLD Registration Trustee fee + 5% VAT | AED 5,250 |
| 4. Buyer's agent commission 2% + 5% VAT | AED 33,600 |
| 22-Apr-2026 | AED 186,389 |
| 50% Construction | AED 93,194 |
| 60% Construction | AED 186,389 |
| 80% Construction | AED 93,194 |
| On Handover | AED 372,777 |
| Total on Transfer | AED 770,947 |
| Total remaining Payment Plan | AED 931,943 |
| TOTAL COST FOR BUYER | AED 1,702,890 |
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Distress Deal
This 1-bedroom apartment in Parkland, Dubai Hills Estate, is being offered as a distress deal at AED 1,600,000. The original price, including DLD fees, was AED 1,938,444, so the current offer reflects a 17.5% discount, or AED 338,444 below the original basis. The unit covers 815 sq.ft, which sets the entry price at AED 1,963 per sq.ft. This is a mid-level floor unit (levels 1–5) with a community view and a balcony, and is scheduled for completion in Q4 2028. The immediate investment thesis is straightforward: the buyer secures a below-market entry into a new Emaar project in Dubai Hills Estate, with a payment plan that reduces upfront capital exposure. The discount is not theoretical; it is a real reduction against the developer's own pricing, and the payment structure allows for staged commitments rather than a single large outlay.
Parkland is situated within Dubai Hills Estate, one of Emaar’s flagship master-planned communities. Dubai Hills is positioned between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina, offering direct access to Al Khail Road and close proximity to Umm Suqeim Street. This location supports both end-user and investor demand due to its connectivity to major employment and leisure hubs. Public transport options are developing, with bus routes and future metro connectivity planned, but the area is currently best suited to residents with private vehicles or those relying on ride-hailing services. The community’s road network is well-established, and travel times to key city destinations such as Downtown, Business Bay, and Dubai International Airport are generally within 20–30 minutes. For investors, this means the address appeals to professionals and families seeking a balance between city access and a quieter residential environment.
Dubai Hills Estate is known for its extensive amenities and green spaces. Residents of Parkland will have access to landscaped parks, walking trails, and cycling tracks, as well as the Dubai Hills Park and Dubai Hills Golf Club. The wider community includes Dubai Hills Mall, which features a range of retail, dining, and entertainment options. Healthcare and educational facilities are integrated into the master plan, with schools and clinics serving the area. The project itself is expected to offer standard Emaar amenities such as a swimming pool, gymnasium, children’s play areas, and 24-hour security. The surrounding infrastructure is mature, with new retail and leisure outlets continuing to open as the community develops. This supports both rental demand and eventual resale appeal, as residents benefit from a comprehensive lifestyle offering within the estate.
At AED 1,963 per sq.ft, this unit is positioned below the current launch and resale prices for comparable new-build 1-bedroom apartments in Dubai Hills Estate. Emaar projects in this area are typically sought after by both investors and end-users, due to the combination of brand reputation, community planning, and ongoing infrastructure delivery. The payment plan structure—requiring a substantial but not overwhelming initial payment, with the balance staged through construction milestones—reduces risk for buyers who want to manage cash flow or hedge against future market movements. The main underwriting considerations are the long handover timeline (Q4 2028), potential changes in market sentiment, and the standard risks associated with off-plan purchases, such as construction delays or shifts in supply-demand dynamics. However, the discount to original price provides a buffer, and the Dubai Hills Estate market has shown resilience and depth in both rental and resale activity. The buyer profile is likely to include investors seeking capital appreciation, as well as end-users planning for future occupation.
This Parkland 1-bedroom deal is most compelling for investors who want exposure to Dubai Hills Estate at a below-market entry point, with the flexibility of a payment plan and the backing of a recognised developer. The 17.5% discount is meaningful in the context of current Emaar pricing, and the unit’s size, layout, and community positioning support both rental and resale strategies. The main risks are the long lead time to completion and the usual off-plan uncertainties, but these are partially offset by the staged payment structure and the established track record of Dubai Hills Estate as a maturing community. For buyers willing to take a medium-term view, this deal offers a disciplined entry into a high-demand corridor, with the potential for both yield and capital growth once the project is delivered and operational.
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PARKLAND — Dubai Hills Estate
