Dubai Design District (D3), Dubai
Central Dubai · Creekside Creative Hub · Design, Culture & Canal-Front Living

Off-Plan Projects in Dubai Design District (D3)

Dubai Design District (D3) currently has 3 off-plan projects with IND Global Realty, starting from AED 1.64M. Projects are by Ellington Properties, Select Group, EMAAR Properties. 3 off-plan and 0 ready.

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About Dubai Design District (D3)

Living in Dubai Design District (D3)

Dubai Design District (d3) sits directly east of Downtown Dubai and Business Bay along the Dubai Water Canal, where the waterway opens toward the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. Originally established by TECOM as a commercial base for architecture firms, fashion houses, and art galleries, d3 is now adding its first residential waterfront neighbourhoods led by Meraas.

Investment outlook

Residential supply in d3 is tightly controlled under Meraas's master plan (such as Design Quarter and Atelis). That gives buyers creekside and Downtown-skyline views less than 10 minutes from DIFC and Dubai Mall, inside a walkable creative campus with strong corporate tenant demand.

Amenities & surroundings

The Block waterfront park (skatepark, climbing walls, basketball and padel courts, urban beach), independent cafés, art galleries, Michelin-listed dining, and direct access to the Dubai Water Canal cycling path.

Pros & cons of buying in Dubai Design District (D3)

Pros

  • Walkable streetscape with independent restaurants, galleries, and The Block waterfront park
  • 8 minutes to Downtown Dubai and DIFC via Al Khail Road and Ras Al Khor Road
  • Very limited residential plot allocation under Meraas master control

Things to consider

  • No direct rail metro station inside d3 yet (served by RTA bus routes from Dubai Mall and Business Bay)
  • Fewer large hypermarkets inside the district compared with Downtown or Business Bay

Nearby schools, healthcare & retail

Schools
Blossom Design District Nursery (Building 2), Hartland International School (MBR City, 8 mins), North London Collegiate School (MBR City, 8 mins)
Healthcare
Fakeeh University Hospital clinic, Mediclinic Dubai Mall (8 mins), Latifa Hospital (12 mins)
Retail
d3 pedestrian retail boulevard, Frame concept store, The Dubai Mall (8 mins)

Projects & starting prices in Dubai Design District (D3)

Summary of published projects in Dubai Design District (D3), including developer, bedroom configurations, handover timeline, and entry price.

Project Developer Bedrooms Status / Handover Starting price
Luxury Waterfront Apartments & Penthouses In Dubai Design District – Pay 10% Every 6 Months Ellington Properties 1 BR Off-Plan AED 2.8M
Luxury Waterfront Apartments In Dubai Design District – Pay 10% Every 6 Months Select Group 1 BR – 2 BR – 3 BR Off-Plan AED 2.3M
Just Launched Today Stunning Apartments 5 Minutes From ADGM & The Galleria Mall EMAAR Properties 1 BR Off-Plan AED 1.64M

Frequently asked questions about Dubai Design District (D3)

What types of property can I buy in Dubai Design District (D3)?

Current listings in Dubai Design District (D3) include 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom units, with 3 off-plan and 0 ready projects.

What is the starting price in Dubai Design District (D3)?

Listed prices in Dubai Design District (D3) range from AED 1.64M up to AED 2.8M.

Which developers are building in Dubai Design District (D3)?

Current projects are by Ellington Properties, Select Group, EMAAR Properties.

How far is Dubai Design District (D3) from Downtown and the airport?

Typical travel times from Dubai Design District (D3): 8 mins via Financial Centre Rd (D71) to central Dubai; 14 mins via Ras Al Khor Rd (E44) to the airport; public transit via Business Bay / Burj Khalifa Metro (10 mins by bus).

What schools and hospitals are near Dubai Design District (D3)?

Nearby schools include Blossom Design District Nursery (Building 2), Hartland International School (MBR City, 8 mins), North London Collegiate School (MBR City, 8 mins). healthcare facilities include Fakeeh University Hospital clinic, Mediclinic Dubai Mall (8 mins), Latifa Hospital (12 mins).

Does buying in Dubai Design District (D3) qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?

Property investments of AED 2,000,000 or more can qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, subject to eligibility checks. 2 listings in Dubai Design District (D3) are priced at AED 2M or above.

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