Off Plan Projects in Dubai Studio City | 2026 Guide for Investors and Families

Four residential projects are active in the community listings for 2026, and each is at a different stage. Knowing the stage matters more than the brochure, because it decides whether you pay in instalments, pay in full, or cannot buy at all.

• Available to buy off plan: the Azizi Developments building due for handover in Q4 2026.
• Under construction, lease only: Aldar Studio City, targeted for 2028.
• Completed and ready: Azizi Vista and Takmeel Divine Residencia.

For a buyer who wants an instalment plan today, the Azizi project is the one live option. As its handover is close, it also has a shorter wait than most new launches in Dubai, which reduces the time your money is locked in before rent starts.

This is a 10 floor residential building arranged around a central lagoon style swimming pool, with apartments that look over the water courtyard. It is the most affordable entry point on this list.

• Project: Azizi Beach Oasis 2
• Developer: Azizi Developments
• Starting price: AED 640,000
• Bedrooms: Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments
• Sizes: 339 to 1,055 sq ft
• Location: Studio City, Dubailand
• Handover: Q4 2026

Payment Plan: 10/40/50

Buyers of the Azizi project pay 10 percent on booking, 40 percent during construction and the remaining 50 percent on handover. Half of the price is paid only when the unit is complete, which suits investors who plan to fund the final payment through a mortgage or the sale of another asset.

Floor Plan Sizes

• Studio: 339 to 410 sq ft
• 1 bedroom: 650 to 822 sq ft
• 2 bedroom: 978 to 1,055 sq ft

Studios below 410 sq ft are the rental play here, since they have the lowest ticket size. The 2 bedroom layouts close to 1,000 sq ft are the better fit for a small family or for sharing between working professionals.

Amenities

Residents get a swimming pool, gymnasium, clubhouse, dining outlets, a kids' play area, a jogging track, green landscaping, car parking and 24 hour security.

Aldar Studio City is the largest new residential addition to the district, but it is a build to rent project. Aldar Properties bought the development from private developer SRG for AED 1.1 billion in May 2026, and it will own, manage and lease every home.

• Project: Aldar Studio City
• Developer: Aldar Properties
• Price: Coming Soon
• Bedrooms: 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments plus duplexes
• Scale: 312 homes in 6 mid rise buildings
• Location: Al Qudra Road and Hessa Street access
• Completion: 2028

The plan includes a community mall with retail, leisure and food outlets, and a 16,000 square metre park with a jogging track, activity areas and a playground. For families who prefer to rent before buying, this is one to watch as leasing opens closer to 2028.

For investors, the value is as a market signal. An institutional owner committing AED 1.1 billion to rental housing here reflects confidence in long term tenant demand, and the new park and mall will add to daily convenience for every nearby apartment owner.

Some buyers do not want to wait for construction. Two completed buildings give an immediate move in or rental option.

Azizi Vista

• Developer: Azizi Developments
• Starting price: AED 1.17 million
• Bedrooms: Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments
• Sizes: 420 to 1,184 sq ft
• Location: Studio City, with Al Khail Road access
• Status: Ready to move in

Takmeel Divine Residencia

• Developer: Takmeel Real Estate
• Starting price: AED 1.1 million
• Bedrooms: 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments
• Sizes: 805 to 1,512 sq ft
• Location: Dubailand
• Status: Ready to move in

Divine Residencia has the largest layouts in the community listings, with a 3 bedroom unit of 1,512 sq ft, which makes it the practical pick for a larger household. A ready unit is paid in full at transfer, either in cash or with a mortgage, and rent can start from the transfer date.

The case for owning here rests on a few clear points rather than on promised yields.

• Built in tenant base: The district is a media and creative free zone, so production crews, broadcasters and agency staff want homes close to work.
• Protected views: Much of the land holds low rise sound stages, which limits the number of new towers that can block light and views.
• Freehold ownership: Buyers of any nationality can own the property outright, lease it and sell it.
• Tax position: The UAE has no annual property tax, and individual owners pay no income tax on rent and no capital gains tax on resale.
• Low entry price: A starting price of AED 640,000 keeps the capital outlay small compared with most new launches in the city.

Before you commit, compare the full 10/40/50 schedule with your cash flow, and remember that 50 percent is due in Q4 2026. Plan that final payment first, then look at expected rent.

Every community has trade offs. The points below are based on the current project pipeline, the road network and typical drive times, so buyers can judge the area on facts.

Pros

• Short wait for keys: The one off plan project for sale has handover in Q4 2026, so rent or move in can start within months.
• Staged payments: Only 10 percent is paid at booking, and half of the price is paid at handover.
• 3 main road links: Al Qudra Road, Hessa Street and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road connect the area to the rest of the city.
• Daily needs nearby: Shops and restaurants in Motor City are 4 to 6 minutes away by car.
• New amenities coming: A community mall and a 16,000 square metre park are planned within the Aldar development for 2028.
• Work close to home: Media, film and broadcast companies inside the free zone give residents short commutes and landlords a steady pool of tenants.

Cons

• No metro access: There is no Dubai Metro station in the community, so residents depend on a car, taxi or bus for daily travel.
• Long drive to the airport: Dubai International Airport (DXB) is 30 to 35 minutes away, and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is 25 to 28 minutes.
• Distance from the city centre: Downtown Dubai is 25 to 28 minutes by car, and Dubai Marina is 20 to 22 minutes.
• Few new launches: Only 1 project is open for off plan sale in 2026, which limits choice of layouts, floors and views.
• Apartments only: All 4 listed projects are apartment buildings, so buyers who want a villa or townhouse will not find one here.
• Construction until 2028: The 6 building Aldar project is due in 2028, so nearby residents can expect site activity and trucks for 2 more years.
• New rental supply: 312 Aldar homes will join the rental market in 2028, adding competition for landlords of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units.
• Below the Golden Visa threshold: Starting prices of AED 640,000 to AED 1.17 million are under the AED 2 million level needed for the 10 year visa.

This media district is an apartment community, so families should expect vertical living rather than villas. The upside is a calmer setting than the busy tourist districts, with daily needs close at hand.

• Space: 2 bedroom units from 978 sq ft in the Azizi building, and 3 bedroom units of 1,512 sq ft at Divine Residencia.
• Schools: GEMS Metropole School in neighbouring Motor City is a short drive away.
• Shopping and dining: Motor City's retail and restaurants are 4 to 6 minutes by car.
• Outdoor time: The future 16,000 square metre park at Aldar Studio City will add a playground and jogging track to the area.
• Community hub: Studio One Hotel works as the local meeting point for coffee and dinner.

There is no metro station inside the community at present, so a family car is part of daily life here.

The district connects to Al Qudra Road, Hessa Street and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Typical drive times are:

• Motor City: 4 to 6 minutes
• Dubai Sports City: 8 to 10 minutes
• Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village: 10 to 12 minutes
• Mall of the Emirates: 15 to 18 minutes
• Dubai Media City and Internet City: 15 to 20 minutes
• Expo City Dubai: 18 to 20 minutes
• Dubai Marina and JBR: 20 to 22 minutes
• Downtown Dubai: 25 to 28 minutes
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 25 to 28 minutes
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 30 to 35 minutes

Buying an under construction apartment in Dubai follows a regulated path.

• Reserve: Pay the booking amount, which is 10 percent for the Azizi project, and sign the reservation form.
• Sign the SPA: The sale and purchase agreement sets the unit, price, payment schedule and handover date.
• Register with DLD: The contract is recorded in the Oqood system, and the Dubai Land Department transfer fee is 4 percent of the price.
• Pay into escrow: Instalments go into a RERA regulated escrow account, released to the developer against construction progress.
• Take handover: Inspect the unit, pay the final instalment and receive the title deed.