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Emaar's Downtown alternative — 25-35% cheaper, with water views.

Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour is an Emaar waterfront masterplan set along Dubai Creek, roughly 10 km east of Downtown. 6 sq km across 7 districts: Creek Beach, Island District, The Cove, Harbour Views, Creekside, Park Ridge and Address Harbour Point. 25-35% cheaper than Downtown for a comparable unit, with creek-front views and the assurance of an Emaar address. Delivered phases have appreciated 25%, with a forecast of 8-12% annually for 2026-2027.

Master developer Emaar Properties Size ~6 sq km Creek Beach · Island District · The Cove · Harbour Views · Creekside · Park Ridge · Address Harbour Point Upscale waterfront · mixed-use · high-rise
5.5–7.5%
Rental yield
2,100–2,600 AED
Average price per sqft
+25%
Capital appreciation
CONNECTIVITY

Where Creek Harbour sits.

Creek Harbour sits on two major highways, just 10 minutes from DXB. Its proximity to Downtown is one of its key strengths.

Drive times

Downtown / Burj Khalifa~12 min
Dubai Mall~12 min
DXB Airport~10 min
Dubai Marina~30 min

Metro & transport

Blue Line · Planned
Nearest station today: Creek Metro (Green Line, ~5 min)
The Blue Line, expected in 2029, will include stations close to Creek Harbour.

Major roads

Ras Al Khor RoadE66
Al Khail RoadE44
NEIGHBORHOOD LIFE

A full life — without leaving.

Education

  • Hartland International School (~10 min)
  • Dubai International Academy (~10 min)

Healthcare

  • Dubai Healthcare City (~10 min)
  • Aster Clinic Creek Harbour

Shopping

  • Creek Harbour Marina Mall — a new luxury mall
  • Dubai Mall (~12 min)

Leisure

  • Creek Beach — a man-made white-sand beach
  • Dubai Creek Tower (planned) — a tower intended to be the world's tallest
  • Creek Marina + promenade
  • Parks and cycling tracks

Landmarks

  • Dubai Creek Tower (planned, previously designed for 1,300m+)
  • Creek Beach
  • Address Harbour Point
THE DATA

The numbers. No fluff.

Creek Harbour is <b>Emaar's alternative to Downtown</b> — 25-35% cheaper, with water views, identical build quality and proximity to the metro and DXB. Delivered phases have appreciated 25%, with a forecast of 8-12% annually. A 'flagship' Emaar district for a 5-10 year horizon.

5.5–7.5%
Gross rental yield · city avg ~6.8%
2,100–2,600 AED/sqft
Current price · per sq.ft
16–22 AED per sqft AED/sqft
Service charge · per year
Avg. price per sq.ft · 2022–2026 ▲ +50% over 4 years
20222023202420252026
Harbour Views / Creekside (1BR)5.5–6.5%
Creek Beach5.5–6.5%
Island District4.8–5.8%
General / off-plan6.5–7.5%
FIGURES INDICATIVE, NOT A GUARANTEE · AS OF 2026-05-26
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who Creek Harbour suits best.

A strong fit if you're…
  • Investors seeking Emaar luxury below Downtown pricing
  • Buyers of water views — Creek Beach + Marina
  • Off-plan investors — flexible payment plans + appreciation potential of 8-12% annually
Look elsewhere if you want…
  • Those chasing the highest yield — Island District offers 4.8-5.8%
9 PROJECTS IN CREEK HARBOUR

What's available right now.

Live from the catalog — sorted cheapest first.

GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about Creek Harbour.

What is the difference between Creek Harbour and Downtown?+

Creek Harbour is 25-35% cheaper than Downtown for a comparable unit, with water views (versus city views in Downtown), 12 minutes from Burj Khalifa. Both are Emaar developments. Creek is better suited to capital appreciation, while Downtown offers iconic status.

What is the expected yield?+

Rental yield for apartments: 5.5-6.5%. In the Island District (the most prestigious): 4.8-5.8%. General off-plan: 6.5-7.5%. Delivered phases have appreciated 25%, with a forecast of 8-12% annually.

What is the entry price?+

A 1BR apartment (Harbour Views/Creekside): 1.5-2.4 million AED. Creek Beach: 2.2-3.5 million. Island District: 3-7 million. Penthouses: 8-25 million.

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