Island A in the Dubai Islands archipelago is a large-scale project with huge potential for investors. It is three times the size of the combined Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT), making it a unique location for development. Plots for apartment blocks have already sold out on the island, and a key infrastructure facility - a major shopping centre - will also be located here.
The beach in the north of the island is already operational and is similar in scale to the famous JBR beach. Luxury five-star hotels will be built along the first line, creating additional rental demand in the area. However, the most attractive for investors is the second line, which will be similar to the sand homes from Emaar at Dubai Marina. This is a great place to live and rent, just a 5 minute walk to the beach and across the street from the shopping centre.
The most valuable asset at Dubai Islands will be the second line, which is being hailed as the future of JBR. Investors purchasing 1- or 2-bedroom flats here can expect a significant increase in the price per square metre - up to $8,000 in 2.5 years. While in neighbourhoods similar to JLT, prices remain 30% lower.
Example: A 2-bedroom flat just 5 minutes from the beach now costs AED 2.3 million ($626k), equivalent to $6000 per square metre. Once the mall is launched and the second line is developed, prices are expected to reach AED 2.9 million, making this a promising and profitable investment.
