Palm Jumeirah AED 3,524/sqftDubai Maritime City AED 3,152/sqftDowntown Dubai AED 2,905/sqftDubai Islands AED 2,770/sqftDubai Creek Harbour AED 2,563/sqftBusiness Bay AED 2,509/sqftDubai Marina AED 2,481/sqftDubai Hills Estate AED 2,448/sqftJumeirah Lakes Towers AED 2,306/sqftMohammed Bin Rashid City AED 2,097/sqftAl Jaddaf AED 2,049/sqftJumeirah Village Triangle AED 1,665/sqftDubai South AED 1,652/sqftArjan AED 1,584/sqftJumeirah Village Circle AED 1,491/sqftDubai Sports City AED 1,328/sqftALL DLD SALES · OFF-PLAN + EXISTINGPalm Jumeirah AED 3,524/sqftDubai Maritime City AED 3,152/sqftDowntown Dubai AED 2,905/sqftDubai Islands AED 2,770/sqftDubai Creek Harbour AED 2,563/sqftBusiness Bay AED 2,509/sqftDubai Marina AED 2,481/sqftDubai Hills Estate AED 2,448/sqftJumeirah Lakes Towers AED 2,306/sqftMohammed Bin Rashid City AED 2,097/sqftAl Jaddaf AED 2,049/sqftJumeirah Village Triangle AED 1,665/sqftDubai South AED 1,652/sqftArjan AED 1,584/sqftJumeirah Village Circle AED 1,491/sqftDubai Sports City AED 1,328/sqftALL DLD SALES · OFF-PLAN + EXISTING
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SoldDISTRESS DEAL: STUDIO IN SAFA TWO — distress deal in Business Bay from Mitchell's Commercial Real EstateSAFA TWO · Business Bay

DAMAC · Business Bay

DISTRESS DEAL: STUDIO IN SAFA TWO

Asking price as listedAED 995,000AED 2,086 per sq.ft
Original price + DLDAED 1,200,000
DiscountAED 205,00017.1% below original price
Unit
STUDIO
Size
477 sq.ft
Developer
DAMAC
Handover
Q2 2027

The discount is measured against the original price + DLD recorded for this unit, not against a valuation.

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Listed 24 March 2026Status confirmed 17 September 2026

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Total cost for buyer, as listedAED 1,060,985The unit price plus the transfer fees and commission — the whole commitment, not the headline.
Unit priceAED 995,000
Fees and commissionAED 65,985
Step 01Due at transferAED 743,635Payable when the unit transfers to the buyer.
  • Payment to sellerAED 677,650
  • DLD Transfer fee 4% + 40 AEDAED 39,840
  • DLD Registration Trustee fee + 5% VATAED 5,250
  • Buyer's agent commission 2% + 5% VATAED 20,895
  • Total on transferAED 743,635
Step 02Payable to DAMAC after transferAED 317,350The balance of the payment plan, which the buyer takes over.
  • 03-MAY-2026AED 43,275
  • 01-AUG-2026AED 43,275
  • 30-OCT-2026AED 40,390
  • 28-JAN-2027AED 40,390
  • 28-APR-2027AED 34,620
  • On HandoverAED 115,400
  • Total remaining payment planAED 317,350

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PROJECT DESCRIPTION

OVERVIEW

This studio apartment in Safa Two, developed by DAMAC in partnership with De Grisogono, is offered as a distress deal at AED 995,000. The original price for this unit was AED 1,200,000, representing a 17.1% discount or AED 205,000 below the initial reference. With a size of 477 sq.ft, the entry price equates to approximately AED 2,086 per sq.ft. The apartment is fully furnished, features a balcony, and is positioned on a mid-high floor (levels 20–25) with canal views. Handover is scheduled for Q2 2027, and the payment plan allows for staged payments through to completion. The immediate investment thesis is a below-market entry into a branded, design-led project in a central Dubai corridor, with the potential for both capital appreciation and rental yield once the building is operational.

LOCATION & TRANSPORT

Safa Two occupies a prominent site in Business Bay, directly on Sheikh Zayed Road. This location is significant for both visibility and connectivity. Residents benefit from direct access to Dubai’s main arterial road, which links the area efficiently to Downtown Dubai, DIFC, Dubai Marina, and the wider city. Public transport options include nearby metro stations and extensive bus routes, while taxis and ride-hailing services are readily available. The Business Bay address appeals to a broad tenant base, including professionals working in the city’s commercial hubs and those seeking proximity to leisure and retail destinations. For investors, this central position supports both rental demand and resale liquidity, as Business Bay continues to attract both local and international buyers looking for convenience and urban lifestyle.

AMENITIES & SURROUNDING

Safa Two is designed as an 87-storey residential tower with a strong emphasis on branded living and high-impact amenities. The project is developed in collaboration with De Grisogono, a Swiss luxury jewellery and watch brand, which influences both the design language and the amenity offering. Notable features include a signature “sapphire” infinity pool suspended between the two halves of the building at the 64th floor, an artificial beach pool on the 11th floor, and a “Fog Forest” observatory and Edge Walk attraction on the 85th floor. Residents will have access to landscaped gardens, multiple swimming pools, fitness facilities, and F&B outlets. The building’s transformative living spaces, with movable walls, offer flexibility in layout, while the surrounding Business Bay district provides established retail, dining, and leisure infrastructure. The area is also known for its proximity to Dubai Canal, parks, and waterfront promenades, supporting both lifestyle and rental appeal.

MARKET

At AED 2,086 per sq.ft, this studio is priced below the original launch reference and sits competitively within the branded residence segment of Business Bay. Branded projects, especially those with international partners like De Grisogono, often command a premium over standard residential stock, due to perceived quality, amenity depth, and brand association. The studio format is typically attractive to both investors seeking rental yield and end-users prioritising location and amenities over size. With handover scheduled for 2027, the main risk is construction and delivery timing, but DAMAC’s track record and the project’s advanced construction status provide some mitigation. Rental demand in Business Bay remains robust, particularly for furnished, well-located studios, and the branded aspect may support higher achievable rents. Liquidity is supported by the central location and the ongoing appeal of branded, amenity-rich towers to both local and international buyers. However, investors should account for service charges, potential competition from new launches, and the broader market cycle at handover.

CONCLUSION

This Safa Two studio offers an investor a discounted entry into a branded, design-led project in one of Dubai’s most active corridors. The 17.1% discount to original price, staged payment plan, and fully furnished handover position the deal as a practical option for those seeking exposure to the Business Bay market with a manageable capital outlay. The main considerations are the off-plan delivery timeline and the need to underwrite service charges and future competition. For buyers comfortable with the construction phase and seeking a branded product with strong amenity backing, this unit provides a balanced case for both rental and resale strategies. The deal is best suited to investors prioritising location, brand association, and payment flexibility, with a clear understanding of the risks and rewards attached to off-plan, high-amenity Dubai residential assets.

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