Dubai Creek Harbour Vs. Rashid Yachts & Marina Vs. Dubai Marina: Community Guide

YEAR	PRICE TREND	INCREASED BY
2020	AED 950 Sq. Ft.	-
2021	AED 1,100 Sq. Ft.	+150
2022	AED 1,350 Sq. Ft.	+250
2023	AED 1,800 Sq. Ft.	+450
2024	AED 2,184 Sq. Ft.	+384
2025	AED 2,270 Sq. Ft.	+86

The above table gives the total price growth from AED 950 to AED 2,270 which is more than 130% of jump and the maximum appreciation was seen in 2023 where it got 35% of growth in the price of Dubai Creek Harbour, so 10-35% of annual appreciation has made it one of the outstanding waterfront communities in Dubai where the appreciation and rental yield making it a place for short and long term investment area and for options, its small size units such as 1 & 2 BR apartments are the sought after options as they are affordable, easy to buy, manageable and holds high demand.

IS 10-35% GROWTH IN DUBAI CREEK HARBOUR VALUABLE?

It is beyond the imagination because when it is compared on the global level, than this per centage of appreciation in real estate is remarkable as popular places such as Indian, USA, London could only make 2-8% jump, so this up to 35% its exceptional that opens wider and secured investment opportunity in Dubai Creek Harbour where both rental and annual appreciation is going to layer up your investment into a strong asset.

Current Availability of Property in Dubai Creek Harbour 

• 2,200 Apartment
• 32 Townhouses
• 6 Villas

Great property options are available in DCH, which opens up investment opportunities for affordable to luxury home buyers, offering the highest return on investment, along with family-friendly vibes that provide access to schools, hospitals, clinics, parks, and a range of recreational activities. This way, it becomes one of the top-rated places for families to live in.

Buyer’s Profile in Dubai Creek Harbour

NATION	PURPOSE
Chinese	Off plan properties for high appreciation
Indians	Off plan properties
Emirates	For local needs
European	Mid to high end projects

Dubai Creek Harbour Short or Long Term Investment?

#FACTS ABOUT SHORT TERM- It was risk too because you need to be specific about the property’s location if it has to be in a prime area such as Creek Beach or The Cove, so short terms benefits come with many conditions where it is mainly depends on footfall of tourists

#FACTS ABOUT LONG TERM- With 35% growth in price trend Dubai Creek Harbour turns out to be the best community for long term investment where the appreciation is way higher and with rental yield it provides double benefit to the investors or home buyers.

Construction Progress in  Dubai Creek Harbour

Here almost 22 towers are fully completed and delivered to the owners that makes it a well established water based community in Dubai where 6,000 units operations, what is next here? See below: - 

REAL TIME CHALLENGES OF LIVING IN DUBAI CREEK HARBOUR 

• Schools and other ancillaries are not available so families need to see 

• Metro is there but takes 15 min to reach 

• Could feel emptiness as all units are not yet occupied  

• Less amenities so indoor activities are limited 

• Some of the buyers have complained about the construction quality, so watchout  

CELEBRITIES IN DUBAI CREEK HARBOUR 

• BEN HARVEY: Got a penthouse  

• LINDSAY LOHAN: Purchased a villa near Dubai Creek Harbour

Considering the above table on 5 years of timeline, then Rashid Yachts & Marina has shown a great jump of 21.9% that makes an annual appreciation of 10.9% with rental benefit of 6-11%, and here the waterfront balcony apartments sell 20% faster because of its facing that gives direct marina view.  And small size units with low entry price ensures maximum output with annual appreciation and rental as they are curated at its best to get instant benefits.

IS 6-11% GROWTH IN RASHID YACHTS & MARINA VALUABLE?

100% it is valuable and it is very good because on the global level places such as New York, Singapore is fetching out 2-5% appreciation, and on the other hand, Dubai with 6-11% of growth showcases its strong demand, investor friendly zone, so its healthy real estate market compels the new buyers & investors to be a part of strong performing area in the world like Dubai.  

CURRENT AVAILABILITY OF PROPERTY IN RASHID YACHTS & MARINA 

• Seascape: 391 apartments and duplex 

• Seagate: 282 apartment  

• Marina Place: 162 apartment and townhouse 

• Sunridge: 130 apartment 

So total it makes 965 properties in 4 different developments giving great investment opportunity with different apartments, duplex and townhouse where its attractive pricing creates high possibility for earning rental value with low entry investment

BUYER’S PROFILE IN RASHID YACHTS & MARINA

NATION	PURPOSE
Russians	High end towers for long term benefits
Indians	For rental yield investment
Emiratis	40% end users
European	Seeking for luxury residences

RASHID YACHTS & MARINA SHORT OR LONG TERM INVESTMENT?

#FACTS ABOUT SHORT TERM- It could be a risk because it is an emerging community, and it is going to serve clear data after its completion, so if you pick up waterfront units with marina view, then promising tourism through Airbnb could serve you 7-10% rental yield, and for this you need to update your home condition and add furnisher to it with room service, then this much of income can be generated. And always go for small size units such as 1 or 2 BR apartments.  

#FACTS ABOUT LONG TERM-  It is for long term investment as the buyers have already seen an appreciation of 21.9% % in less than 5 years of time, so if the current price is AED 2,000 Sq. Ft. then it is projected to be AED 2,800 Sq. Ft. (in 2027) so for this jump patience and time is required. 

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS IN RASHID YACHTS & MARINA

PROJECTS	COMPLETION
Seagate	2025
Bayline	2027
Sunridge	2027
Clearpoint	2027
Ocean Point	2028
Marina Views	2028

None of the project in Rashid Yachts & Marina is completed, and this year in 2025 only 1 project Seagate will be delivered, and rest of them are under construction and will be delivered by expected time given by the builder.  

REAL TIME CHALLENGES OF LIVING IN RASHID YACHTS & MARINA 

• It is still developing so it adds more challenges 

• No transit system apart from bus or water taxi 

• Higher cost of living because of the yacht maintenance 

• Not suitable for dogs, so owners watchout  

• Could be noisy at times  

• Schools and other ancillaries at 20 min distance 

Considering the total growth over the 5 years from AED 1,200 to AED 1,700 it comes out as 42% jump with an average appreciation of 5-7% growth where apartments have been the top choice because of the fact that they are at low entry level and secured investment, also turned out to be great option for Airbnb  where up to 8% rental yields creates a steady income for the owners.  

IS 5-7% GROWTH IN DUBAI MARINA VALUABLE? 

It is considered very good on global comparison where markets such as UK, US, Europe creates moderate appreciation of 2-4%, and in fact not just this, combining it with the rental yield of 8% it makes the overall growth to 15% annually which is way higher than any market on the global position.  

CURRENT AVAILABILITY OF PROPERTY IN DUBAI MARINA 

There are 34,600 apartments which are ready to move and other than this, 5,100 are under construction and it is going to support 120,000 residents to live around waterfront community, and at present 70,000 residents are already residing inside the area to cherish its marina view that is worth to worth to watch.  

BUYER’S PROFILE IN DUBAI MARINA 

40%- Rental income, 35% owners, 15% holiday homes and 10% corporate housing

BUYER’S PROFILE IN DUBAI MARINA

NATION	PURPOSE
Russians	High end towers for long term benefits
Indians	For rental yield investment
Emiratis	40% end users
European	Seeking for luxury residences

DUBAI MARINA SHORT OR LONG TERM INVESTMENT? 

#FACTS ABOUT SHORT TERM- Through Airbnb you can earn early rental up to 12% and as the market is active here so easy resale gives value against your investment. But for this you need to decorate your home with furnishing and hotel services, and if the tourism is on the slower side, then this much of value is a harder to fetch out.  

PROPERTY CHOICE: All prime waterfront apartments 

#FACTS ABOUT LONG TERM- For hassle free appreciation and rental income long term adds more benefits and in fact, they are 90-95% occupied as the demand for property is higher in Dubai Marina, so if you invest for the long time say 5 to 10 years then 7% appreciation can justify your investment undoubtedly.  

PROPERTY CHOICE: Cayan Tower, Damac Heights, LIV Marina and more 

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS IN DUBAI MARINA 

In Dubai Marina 95% residential towers are completed and delivered with 100% retail & dining access and road construction for easy commuting, so only 5% projects are left, so here most of the builders are either refurbished or replanned, so here is the list on the new projects : -  

PROJECTS	COMPLETION
Marina Shores	2026
LIV LUX	2026
Marina Cove	2029
Six Senses Residences	2027
Marina Living	2025

REAL TIME CHALLENGES OF LIVING IN DUBAI MARINA 

• It is not a pet friendly community because of inadequate open space 

• Construction is still going so some challenges could trouble 

• Cost of living high here, the rental is AED 80K for small size unit 

• Many activities around makes it a noisy place like traffic and nightlife 

• Congestion during peak hours 

• Less green vein in the community 

• No school , clinic, parks or hospital around  

• Recent fire incident at 67 storey Marina Pinnacle questioned about safety 

CELEBRITIES IN DUBAI MARINA  

• ROGER FEDERE: Purchased 6 bedroom penthouse 

• RORY MCLLROY: Got luxury apartment in Dubai Marina 

• NEYMAR JR.: Got luxury residences near Marina 

COMPARISON	DUBAI CREEK	RASHID YACHTS & MARINA	DUBAI MARINA
Status	Partially completed	Under construction	Fully developed and refurbishing
Total units	6000+	965+	35,000+
Upcoming units	34,000	2,035	10,000
Metro	Upcoming	10 min away	Yes
Celebrity owner	Yes	No	Yes
Investment type	Long term	Long term	Can go for short term
Dog friendly	No	No	No
Ancillaries	Schools and parks	No	No
Appreciation over ages	130%	21.9%	42%
Reality of life	High cost of living	Still developing	Less indoor activities
Minimum investment required	AED 950,000-1M (studio)	AED 1M (studio)	AED 750,000 (studio)
Closeness to work zone areas	10-20 min, such as DIFC, Business Bay, Media City	12-30 min, such as DIFC, Business Bay, Media City	10-35 min, such as DIFC, Business Bay, Media City
Distance to Downtown	10 min	12 min	20 min

Do you want to move with family? Here are some 2025 recommendations

When the buyer is coming with the family, there are umpteen of concerns attached to it starting from the safety, amenities, traffic, lifestyle and more, so here is the full breakdown to understand the family suitability where kids to elders all can have a comfortable stay.

ADVANTAGES	DUBAI CREEK HARBOUR	RASHID YACHTS & MARINA	DUBAI MARINA
Family friendliness	As metro and school, hospitals so it might take time to travel	No developments yet, it will take time	Not for family type
Green veins	It has central park (30% area for greenery)	Projects might offer parks, nothing exclusive	Not much greenery is accessible as it is more of a commercial centre
Traffic concerns	Not just, but at peak time one can witness	As the place is under development, so no	It is a tourist spot, so yes might face traffic
Kid’s activities	Central park, water based activities, kid’s day care service and access to wildlife sanctuary	Limited, as things are progressing, so as of now, Mina Rashid park, floating marina, Etihad museum are some options to explore	Xpark Jr, water taxi ride, water sports, Adventure HQ are some best kid’s attractions
Beach access	Can access Creek Beach with shallow water and biking, scooting and more activities	No access to beach	JBR Beach and Dubai Marina walk aligned with activities such as gelato, playgrounds, inflatable water parks and food corners
Closeness to schools	The City School International (8 min), Swiss International Scientific School (3 min) {All top rated schools around}	Dubai British School (8 min), Dubai International Academy (12 min) {Mid- high range schools around}	Regent International School (8 min), Emirates International School (5 min)
Hospitals	Mediclinic Creek Harbour- 2 min and American Hospital Dubai- 14 min	Leading public trauma- 9 min	Emirates Hospital Clinic, 1-2 min and Medcare Medical Centre Marina- 3 min
Roads	Wide Roads for better mobility	It is still developing	Traffic on roads so with kids it could be challenging
Masterplan	Low density for kid’s safety	Under development	High rise and crowded
Commercial access	13% for commercial and 29% for hotels and open space	No data at present	18% commercial space

Recommendations: If you are planning to move with your family, then Dubai Creek Harbour is the top of the list as it comes with many ancillaries within and around making it a comfortable and family friendly zone.

And on the other than, Rashid is under development so it is going to take time to bring things into pipeline, so with family it could be a tough time, and as far as Dubai Marina is concerned, it is more of a tourist home with happening vibes, so for family you need tranquil space and great connection with everything, so for this, Dubai Marina would not be that great option.

Considering the highest price growth in last 5 years and demand, Dubai Creek Harbour won the race of being the best community in Dubai, but also with this, Rashid Yachts & Marina with great potential and newness in the community allures the new age people to be a part of latest community that could offer them new taste of living, and lastly, for short term investment, Dubai Marina holds the possibilities to unlock rental yield as it is a tourist spot and it could be 12%, so all of them comes with different needs and specifications where you have to decide whether you just want investment, moving with the family, for seeking for holiday home.

If you have reservations about any community and its projects, then Dubai Housing with legal assistance is going to serve right analysis with real time market situation, so that you are well paired with the option that fits all your concerns, so legal advice shouldn’t be the latest priority as mitigating confusion leads to secured investment.