Zero Resale Premium | Standalone Villa | Near Lagoon & Community Centre | 6 Bedrooms | Plot 4,844 sq.ft | BUA 4,439.68 sq.ft | 40% Paid | Handover December 2028
A genuine distress deal at DAMAC Islands Phase 1 — a 6-bedroom standalone villa being offered at the original purchase price with zero resale premium added by the seller. At AED 6,313,000, this is the cleanest possible buyer entry point into DAMAC Islands' first phase: the seller is walking away with nothing beyond recovery of what they paid, and the buyer steps into the same original cost basis with 40% of the payment plan already completed and a first-phase handover in December 2028. The villa is positioned near the lagoon and community centre — two of the most sought-after proximity factors within any DAMAC Islands cluster.
Property Highlights
- Project: DAMAC Islands — Phase 1
- Location: Dubailand, Dubai
- Type: 6-Bedroom Standalone Villa
- Plot: 4,844 sq.ft
- BUA: 4,439.68 sq.ft
- Configuration: Standalone (detached) villa
- Position within community: Near lagoon and community centre
- Phase: First — earliest handover
- Original Price / Selling Price: AED 6,313,000 (at OP — zero resale premium)
- Price per sq.ft (BUA): Approximately AED 1,422/sq.ft
- Price per sq.ft (Plot): Approximately AED 1,303/sq.ft
- Payment Progress: 40% already paid (approximately AED 2,525,200)
- Remaining: Approximately 60% (35% during construction + 25% on handover)
- Expected Handover: December 2028
- Developer: DAMAC Properties
- Status: Off-plan — under construction
- Visa Eligibility: AED 6,313,000 exceeds the AED 2,000,000 threshold — qualifies for UAE 10-year Golden Visa
Selling at Original Price — The Cleanest Possible Buyer Entry
Of the various distressed sale structures available in Dubai's off-plan resale market, this is the most straightforward for the buyer:
- Original purchase price: AED 6,313,000
- Selling price: AED 6,313,000 — no markup, no resale premium
- What this means: the seller is recovering exactly what they invested, and the buyer pays exactly what the original purchaser paid at launch. There is no secondary-market premium being extracted from the buyer at any point in this transaction
- Why this is unusual in off-plan: DAMAC Islands Phase 1 has been an active market since its launch, and resale units in active off-plan communities typically trade at a premium above the original price as construction progresses and market confidence in delivery grows. A seller offering zero markup is accepting a genuine capital loss when accounting for the opportunity cost of their capital — the definition of a motivated, distressed exit
- The buyer's structural advantage: a buyer acquiring this unit at original price gets the same cost basis as the original purchaser but with 40% of the payment plan already completed — meaning the project is further along in construction and closer to handover than when the original buyer purchased. The buyer is entering later in the construction timeline while paying earlier in the pricing timeline
- Important — DLD transfer costs: as with any off-plan resale, the buyer will be responsible for DLD transfer and registration fees (approximately 4%, c. AED 252,520) plus any applicable developer NOC and assignment fees. These are separate from the AED 6,313,000 selling price and are not absorbed by the seller in this transaction. Buyers should confirm the full cost structure during due diligence
Standalone Villa — The Premium Configuration at DAMAC Islands
The standalone designation is a meaningful and significant specification point within DAMAC Islands' product range:
- What standalone means: a standalone villa is a fully detached residence with no shared walls with any neighbouring property — it stands independently on its own plot, with all four sides of the building separated from other structures. This is distinct from the townhouses and twin villas (semi-detached) that make up the majority of DAMAC Islands' residential inventory
- Why standalone villas are the premium tier at DAMAC Islands: standalone 6-bedroom villas represent a limited and higher-specification subset of the total unit count at DAMAC Islands, typically positioned at a price point above townhouses and twin villas of equivalent or similar bedroom counts. They are the least common unit type in the development and command the strongest long-term resale and rental premium within the community
- Privacy and lifestyle advantage: with no shared walls, standalone villas deliver complete acoustic and visual separation from neighbouring properties — a benefit that directly affects daily quality of life, particularly in terms of garden privacy, noise levels, and the sense of having a genuinely private estate rather than a connected row or cluster unit
- Resale and rental market: standalone villas at DAMAC Islands consistently attract the strongest buyer and tenant interest within the community, and support premium pricing over non-standalone alternatives, because the fully detached characteristic is permanent and structural — it cannot be retrofitted into a townhouse or twin villa at any price
Near Lagoon and Community Centre — Premium Positioning Within the Masterplan
Within DAMAC Islands, where the lagoon and community amenities are the central lifestyle draws for all residents, proximity to these elements is a meaningful differentiator between plots:
- Near the lagoon: DAMAC Islands is designed around crystal lagoon-inspired water features that create the community's signature island lifestyle — private boat rides, paddle activities, lagoon waterfalls, and beach club access. A villa positioned near the lagoon places its occupants within easy walking distance of the water, transforming the lagoon from a distant community feature into a genuinely accessible daily lifestyle asset
- Near the community centre: the community centre anchors DAMAC Islands' retail, dining, and leisure offering — the cluster of amenities that supports everyday life within the community without requiring residents to leave. Proximity to the community centre means convenience for daily errands, dining, and leisure without the need for a car journey within the community gates
- Why these two proximities together matter: most units in a master community are close to either the amenity centre or the water feature — rarely both. A villa positioned near both represents a genuinely advantaged position within the masterplan, one that will support a stronger rental and resale premium relative to units further from either anchor
Phase 1 — Earlier Handover than Phase 2
The phase distinction in DAMAC Islands is directly relevant to investment and lifestyle planning:
- Phase 1 of DAMAC Islands has a handover of December 2028 — the earliest delivery timeline available within the development
- Phase 2 (DAMAC Islands 2) expands the masterplan with additional clusters and a later handover timeline, meaning buyers entering Phase 2 face a longer wait for possession relative to Phase 1
- For investors: a Phase 1 handover means rental income activation approximately 12–18 months earlier than Phase 2 alternatives at DAMAC Islands — a meaningful difference in the time-to-income timeline
- For end-users: Phase 1 means earlier occupation of an established part of the community, ahead of Phase 2 buyers and with full access to Phase 1 amenities from handover
40% Already Paid — Construction Progress Transferred to the Buyer
The fact that 40% of the purchase price has already been paid by the current seller is a meaningful benefit to the buyer:
- 40% paid on AED 6,313,000 = approximately AED 2,525,200 already invested into the project's construction by the seller
- Under DAMAC Islands' standard 75/25 payment plan (75% during construction, 25% on handover), 40% already paid represents significant progress through the construction-phase payment schedule
- The buyer's remaining obligations will be approximately 35% further during construction (between the transfer date and handover in December 2028) plus 25% on handover — the total across all payments still equalling the AED 6,313,000 original price
- The buyer effectively takes over an established payment position in a project where construction is already underway, rather than starting from scratch on a new unit
About DAMAC Islands and Its Lifestyle
DAMAC Islands is a master-planned tropical island-themed community by DAMAC Properties in Dubailand, positioned along Emirates Road (E611). The development spans multiple themed clusters inspired by the world's most celebrated tropical island destinations — Maldives, Bora Bora, Fiji, Seychelles, Bali, and Hawaii — each with its own distinct architectural language, landscape design, and cluster-level amenities. The community is built around a crystal lagoon lifestyle concept, with resort-grade water and leisure features woven into the masterplan at community scale.
Community Amenities
- Crystal lagoon and beach club
- Aqua dome and kids' aqua park
- Jungle river and lagoon waterfalls
- Hot springs spa
- Floating yoga decks
- Jungle zipline and adventure parks
- Fitness park and jogging trails
- Wildlife park, tortoise garden, and iguanas park
- Golf simulator
- Retail boulevard and community dining
- 24/7 security
Layout and Floor Plan
This 6-bedroom standalone villa spans 4,439.68 sq.ft of BUA on a 4,844 sq.ft plot. The multi-storey standalone layout typically accommodates: ground floor — entrance hall, formal living and dining areas, fully fitted kitchen, maid's room with bathroom, and private garden access; upper floor(s) — master bedroom suite and 5 further bedrooms, each with bathrooms. The villa is positioned near the lagoon and community centre within Phase 1. Detailed floor plan, exact room configuration, and cluster positioning available on request.
Payment and Transfer
This is an off-plan villa under construction, available for resale at AED 6,313,000 — the original purchase price with zero resale markup. 40% has already been paid by the current owner.
- Selling Price: AED 6,313,000 (original price — no markup)
- 40% Already Paid: Approximately AED 2,525,200
- Remaining to Pay: Approximately 60% (c. AED 3,787,800) across remaining construction instalments and handover
- Breakdown: Approximately 35% during remaining construction + 25% on handover (December 2028)
- DLD Transfer Fee: Approximately 4% (c. AED 252,520) — payable by buyer, in addition to the AED 6,313,000
- Developer NOC/Assignment Fees: May apply — confirm with DAMAC at time of transaction
- Mortgage: Subject to bank and developer policy on off-plan resale financing
Golden Visa Eligibility
At AED 6,313,000, this investment significantly exceeds the AED 2,000,000 threshold required for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa. Buyer and immediate family members qualify for Golden Visa sponsorship, including domestic staff, subject to current immigration requirements.
Location and Connectivity
- Emirates Road (E611): Direct access from DAMAC Islands
- Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa: Approximately 20 minutes by car
- Sports City and Motor City: Approximately 15 minutes by car
- DAMAC Hills: Approximately 15 minutes by car
- Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): Approximately 23 minutes by car
- Dubai International Airport (DXB): Approximately 28 minutes by car
- Burj Al Arab: Approximately 30 minutes by car
Why Acquire This Villa at AED 6,313,000
- Zero resale premium — buying at the same original cost basis as the launch purchaser, with no secondary-market markup
- 40% construction payments already completed — entering an established position in a project where construction is already underway
- Standalone 6-bedroom villa — the premium, fully detached configuration within DAMAC Islands' product range
- Near lagoon and community centre — a genuinely advantaged position within the masterplan, close to both the water features and the lifestyle hub
- Phase 1 — December 2028 handover, the earliest delivery timeline at DAMAC Islands
- UAE 10-year Golden Visa eligible — investment exceeds the AED 2,000,000 threshold
- Freehold ownership available to all nationalities
Golden Visa eligibility, rental and yield figures, handover timing and transport connectivity described above reflect source information published as at 17 August 2026 and can change. Confirm current status before relying on them.
