Distress Deal: Club Drive Tower B | 1BR | High Floor Corner Unit | ~AED 280,000 Below Original Price | AED 1,400,000

Distressed Resale | Original Price ~AED 1,680,000 | Selling Price AED 1,400,000 | 789 sq.ft | High Floor | Corner Unit | Dubai Hills Estate | Handover Q1 2028

A distress deal at Club Drive Tower B by Emaar, Dubai Hills Estate — a 1-bedroom corner unit on a high floor, selling at AED 1,400,000, approximately AED 280,000 below the original purchase price of approximately AED 1,680,000. This 789 sq.ft unit captures the most sought-after position within the tower: a corner apartment on a high floor, with the additional light and view advantage that both of those characteristics deliver together. Handover is expected in Q1 2028. This is one of Dubai’s most established master-planned communities, developed by Emaar Properties — the developer of Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and the Dubai Mall.

Property Highlights

• Project: Club Drive Tower B by Emaar
• Location: Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai
• Type: 1 Bedroom Apartment
• Size: 789 sq.ft
• Floor Position: High floor
• Unit Position: Corner unit
• Original Price: Approximately AED 1,680,000
• Selling Price: AED 1,400,000
• Reduction from Original Price: Approximately AED 280,000 (~16.7%)
• Price per sq.ft: Approximately AED 1,774/sq.ft
• Developer: Emaar Properties
• Expected Handover: Q1 2028
• Status: Distressed — Off-plan, under construction
• Payment Plan: 90/10 (10% on booking, 80% during construction, 10% on handover)
• USP: High floor corner unit at approximately AED 280,000 below original price

~AED 280,000 Below Original Price — Understanding This Distressed Sale

• Original purchase price: Approximately AED 1,680,000 — the approximate price originally paid by the current owner (noted as approximate)
• Current selling price: AED 1,400,000 — the distressed asking price
• The reduction: Approximately AED 280,000, or approximately 16.7% below the original price
• Context: Club Drive 1-bedroom apartments were launched from AED 1,500,000 in late 2023. This unit’s original price of approximately AED 1,680,000 reflects both any post-launch pricing movement and the specific premium typically attached to a high floor and corner position within the tower — both specifications that command a premium over standard lower-floor, mid-row units
• What the buyer gains: by purchasing at AED 1,400,000, the buyer acquires a high floor corner unit at a price that is below even the project’s initial launch pricing range — effectively acquiring a premium specification (corner + high floor) at below-entry-level pricing
• Buyers are encouraged to verify the original purchase price and current payment plan status as part of standard due diligence on any resale transaction

High Floor — Views and Premium Above the Canopy

A high floor position in Club Drive Tower B delivers a meaningful set of advantages over lower or mid-floor units:

• Views — Club Drive’s published positioning highlights golf course views and Dubai skyline views including the Burj Khalifa as key visual assets. On a high floor, these views are captured at their fullest — above the rooflines of surrounding lower-rise buildings, with an uninterrupted sightline over the Dubai Hills Golf Course’s fairways and out to the skyline beyond
• Light and airflow — higher floor positions in a residential tower receive more consistent natural light throughout the day, typically with fewer obstructions from neighbouring buildings. Airflow is also generally better at height, a relevant consideration for a golf course community setting
• Noise reduction — at height, ambient street-level noise from roads and lower-level activity reduces meaningfully — a quality-of-life benefit particularly relevant in a community positioned along Al Khail Road
• Resale and rental premium — high floor units in established Dubai communities consistently command a premium over lower-floor equivalents at the same bed count and size, both in resale price and achievable rental rate

Corner Unit — The Dual Window Advantage

A corner unit in Club Drive Tower B has a distinct structural advantage over standard mid-row units on the same floor:

• Additional window face — a corner unit has exterior walls on two sides of the building rather than one, allowing windows on two faces of the apartment. This means natural light enters from two directions rather than one — a significant quality-of-life difference in terms of the brightness and warmth of the interior throughout the day
• Two view orientations — with windows on two faces, a corner unit captures two different view orientations from a single apartment, rather than the single-direction view of a standard unit. At a high floor in Dubai Hills Estate, this typically means both a golf course or greenery view and a cityscape or skyline view from the same residence
• Enhanced ventilation — windows on two faces support cross-ventilation in a way that single-face units cannot replicate — relevant in Dubai’s climate where natural airflow is a valued feature particularly in the cooler months
• Resale premium — corner units in established Dubai apartment buildings are consistently one of the most sought-after configurations, commanding a small but persistent premium over identical-size non-corner units on the same floor
• Combined advantage: a corner unit on a high floor combines both sets of benefits simultaneously — maximum light, two view orientations, minimal noise, and the strongest achievable view quality within the tower. This combination is uncommon and represents the most premium apartment position available within Club Drive Tower B’s 1-bedroom range

789 Sq.ft — Above-Entry 1-Bedroom Sizing

• Club Drive’s 1-bedroom units range from approximately 700 to 906 sq.ft. At 789 sq.ft, this unit sits comfortably above the entry-level size floor, delivering a more generous living and dining area and better overall proportions than a compact 700 sqft unit
• The additional square footage supports a more comfortable full-time residence as well as a stronger rental appeal — tenants in Dubai Hills Estate typically prefer 1-bedroom units that feel spacious rather than compact, and 789 sqft is well within the sweet spot

About Club Drive by Emaar

Club Drive is a twin-tower residential development — Tower A and Tower B — by Emaar Properties, situated within Dubai Hills Estate. The project offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments across both towers, with construction beginning January 2024 and handover expected Q1 2028. The development overlooks the Dubai Hills Golf Course and carries the design and delivery credentials of Emaar Properties — the developer behind Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and the Dubai Mall.

Amenities

• Infinity pool and pool deck
• Gymnasium and fitness centre
• Jogging track
• Basketball and volleyball courts
• Skate park
• Dog park
• Children’s play area and children’s pool
• Putting green
• Multipurpose room and indoor cinema
• Rooftop lounge
• Landscaped podium deck

About Dubai Hills Estate

Dubai Hills Estate is one of Dubai’s most successful master-planned communities — a 2,700-acre integrated estate spanning the green corridor between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina along Al Khail Road. The community is anchored by an 18-hole championship golf course, Dubai Hills Park (over 4 million sq.ft — one of Dubai’s largest community parks), Dubai Hills Mall, 54 km of cycling and jogging trails, multiple international schools, and healthcare facilities. Emaar Properties developed Dubai Hills Estate in partnership with Meraas, and it is consistently one of Dubai’s most active real estate markets.

Dubai Hills Estate Lifestyle

• Dubai Hills Golf Club — 18-hole par-72 championship golf course
• Dubai Hills Park — over 4 million sq.ft with splash park, outdoor gym, sports courts, and jogging track
• Dubai Hills Mall — around 650 retail outlets, cinema, indoor rollercoaster, dining
• 54 km of cycling and jogging trails throughout the community
• GEMS International School, GEMS Wellington Academy, GEMS New Millennium School within the community
• State-of-the-art medical centres
• Upcoming Dubai Metro connectivity planned

Layout and Floor Plan

This 1-bedroom corner unit at Club Drive Tower B spans 789 sq.ft on a high floor. Published 1-bedroom layouts for Club Drive typically accommodate an open plan living and dining area, a fully fitted kitchen, a laundry area, one bedroom with bathroom, and a balcony. The corner position adds an additional window face, delivering light and views on two sides of the apartment. Exact room configuration and confirmed floor plan available on request.

Payment and Transfer

This is a distressed resale at AED 1,400,000, representing a reduction of approximately AED 280,000 from the original purchase price of approximately AED 1,680,000.

• Original Price: Approximately AED 1,680,000
• Selling Price: AED 1,400,000
• Status: Off-plan — under construction, expected handover Q1 2028
• Payment Plan: 90/10 — 10% booking, 80% during construction, 10% on handover
• DLD Transfer Fee: Approximately 4% (c. AED 56,000), plus applicable developer NOC and registration fees for an off-plan resale
• Remaining Payment Plan: Buyer to assume the remaining instalments under the original Emaar payment plan; full schedule available on request
• Mortgage: Subject to bank and developer policy on off-plan resale financing

Location and Connectivity

• Dubai Hills Golf Club: Approximately 3 minutes by car (within Dubai Hills Estate)
• Dubai Hills Park: Approximately 6 minutes by car (within Dubai Hills Estate)
• Dubai Hills Mall: Approximately 10 minutes by car
• Al Khail Road (E44): Direct access from Dubai Hills Estate
• Downtown Dubai: Approximately 15 minutes by car
• Dubai Marina: Approximately 25 minutes by car
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): Approximately 25 minutes by car
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): Approximately 35 minutes by car

Why Acquire This Unit at AED 1,400,000

• Approximately AED 280,000 below original price — acquiring a premium specification at below-entry-level pricing for the project
• High floor + corner unit — the most advantaged position within Club Drive Tower B’s 1-bedroom range, combining maximum light, two view orientations, and minimal noise
• 789 sq.ft — above-entry sizing within the 1-bedroom range, supporting both comfortable owner-occupation and strong rental appeal
• Club Drive Tower B by Emaar — the developer behind Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and the Dubai Mall, with a track record of timely delivery and sustained value in the communities it creates
• Dubai Hills Estate — one of Dubai’s most active and consistently valued residential communities, with golf course, parks, mall, cycling trails, and schools within the community
• Freehold ownership available to all nationalities

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