Updated: 26 December 2025|Reviewed by Vikas Taneja, RERA Broker|BRN 82127
Elite Island at Dubai Islands by Nakheel Project Highlights
Pristine Views
Panoramic Gulf vistas along 21 km of beachfront
Amenity Focus
Direct access to two world-class championship golf courses
Transit Access
Prime location situated 10 km from Dubai International Airport
Market Growth
Capitalizing on Dubai's 23% annual luxury transaction surge
Ultra-Low Density
Exclusively limited to 80 signature waterfront estate lots
Hospitality Hub
Within reach of 87 planned luxury resort hotels

Elite Island at Dubai Islands by Nakheel

Five named islands across seventeen square kilometres. Twenty kilometres of beach. Sixty kilometres of waterfront. Nakheel Elite Island sits at the most exclusive end of that masterplan a low-density premium residential district on Island E, anchored by private beach access and protected from the higher-density activity of the central islands. The project enters the market as a pre-launch Nakheel release, with EOI registration open and pricing to be confirmed at official launch. Comparable Nakheel apartment launches on Dubai Islands have started from AED 1.85 million; villa releases on Island E have launched from AED 4.7 million.

Nakheel Elite Island at Dubai Islands – Premium Low-Density Waterfront Living

Nakheel Elite Island is a pre-launch residential development by Nakheel on Island E (Elite Island), the dedicated low-density premium-residence island within the wider Dubai Islands master community. The Dubai Islands plan covers 17 square kilometres across five named islands Central Island, Marina Island, Shore Island, Golf Island, and Elite Island extending Dubai's coastline by approximately 50 kilometres. Nakheel is the master developer behind the entire scheme, alongside its global track record on Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali, The World Islands, and Al Furjan. Elite Island specifically is configured as the most low-density of the five islands, focused on premium and luxury residential product with the largest plot allocations and the most direct access to the private-beach perimeter.

Dubai Islands Location - Prime Coastal Address Near Deira

Dubai Islands sits just off the coast of Deira in northeastern Dubai, accessible from the mainland via road bridges and integrated water transport. Gold Souk and Deira City Centre are 10 minutes by car. Port Rashid is 12 minutes. Dubai Maritime City is 15 minutes. Dubai Festival City is 18 minutes. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is 20 minutes the closest international airport to the islands. La Mer Beach is 22 minutes. Downtown Dubai and Dubai Mall are 25 minutes. Business Bay is 28 minutes. Dubai Marina runs 35 minutes. Al Maktoum International Airport sits 55 minutes out via the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road corridor. The Infinity Bridge directly connects the masterplan to the mainland, removing the multi-bridge transit common to other Dubai island communities.

Dubai Islands by Nakheel – A 17 Sq. Km Mega Coastal Development

Dubai Islands is one of Nakheel's most significant active developments a 17 square kilometre coastal masterplan that is reshaping Dubai's northern shoreline. The community pairs over 60 kilometres of waterfront with 20 kilometres of beach, including a Blue Flag-certified stretch. The plan calls for 80-plus luxury hotels, premium golf courses overlooking the Arabian Gulf, six new marinas with capacity for 614 boats and yachts up to 60 metres, and 30,000-plus luxury residences. Approximately 60% of the land area is allocated to open and green spaces a density discipline rarely matched on coastal Dubai land. The Infinity Bridge connects the islands directly to mainland Deira, placing Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport within 25 minutes by car.

Elite Island at Dubai Islands – Lowest Density Luxury Living

Elite Island is positioned as the lowest-density residential island within the Dubai Islands masterplan meaning amenity programming favours private beach access, landscaped gardens, premium golf course adjacency, and resort-grade leisure facilities over high-density retail and entertainment. The wider Dubai Islands community provides supporting infrastructure: 80-plus luxury hotels and resorts, six marinas, multiple golf courses, retail destinations, and a 700-metre private beach development around the Rixos hospitality cluster. For day-to-day needs, residents have access to mainland Deira through the Infinity Bridge Gold Souk and Deira City Centre are 10 minutes away. Schools, clinics, and hospitals sit within 10–15 minutes by car. Unit values above AED 2 million qualify buyers for the UAE 10-Year Golden Visa a threshold most Elite Island residences are expected to comfortably exceed.

Dubai Islands Investment Overview – A Strategic Nakheel Master Community

Dubai Islands has been positioned by Nakheel as one of the city's most strategically important new master communities aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan as a primary northern coastal growth corridor. Property values across the islands have shown consistent year-on-year appreciation since the 2022 rebrand, with early Nakheel launches recording ROI projections in the 6–10% range and capital appreciation tracking double digits annually as bridges, marinas, and hospitality infrastructure complete. Elite Island's premium positioning supports the higher end of the rental and resale spectrum a relevant data point for portfolio investors seeking branded waterfront product backed by a state-affiliated master developer. Properties above AED 2M qualify for Golden Visa eligibility. There is 0% capital gains tax and 0% income tax on rental returns. The Nakheel master-developer relationship provides escrow protection, infrastructure backing, and long-term community management.

Nakheel Dubai Islands Payment Plan Structure Overview

Nakheel's recent Dubai Islands launches have followed a consistent 70/30 structure with 20% on EOI booking Bay Grove Residences uses 70/30 with 20% deferred to handover, Bay Villas uses 80/20 with 20% down and 60% during construction, and Bay Estates is expected to follow a similar milestone-linked pattern. The Nakheel Elite Island payment plan will be confirmed at official launch and is expected to follow the same family 20% EOI booking, milestone-linked construction installments, and a final balance due on handover. Register with the Dubai Housing team for first-look access to the confirmed schedule, unit availability, and the official price list before public launch.

Elite Island by Nakheel-Exclusive Pre-Launch Opportunity at Dubai Islands

Elite Island is a pre-launch Nakheel release on the most exclusive of the 5 Dubai Islands. The price list, payment plan, and unit mix will be released to a small registered buyer pool first. Nakheel's pattern across Dubai Islands has been straightforward: early Bay Grove phases sold through quickly, Bay Villas allocations exceeded available units, and Bay Estates entered launch with strong EOI demand. Elite Island sits at the top end of that pipeline. Speak to the Dubai Housing team now to lock in pre-launch priority access and confirm interest before public announcement.

Elite Island Amenities

Elite Island is a private, resident-only community with a Marina Club and a premium clubhouse that includes modern fitness and wellness facilities. Residents get direct access to quiet private beaches, along with more than two kilometers of green spaces and landscaped parks. The villas come with smart-home features and 24/7 security systems, offering a safe, comfortable, and luxury waterfront lifestyle.

Swimming Pool
Jogging Track
Dining Outlets
Gymnasium
Green Surrounding
Clubhouse
Car Parking
Kid's Play Area
Retail Outlets
Security

Nakheel Elite Island Location

Nakheel Elite Island (Island E) is the most private part of Dubai Islands and offers a calm, secluded island lifestyle. Even though it feels peaceful and away from the city, it is well-connected through the Infinity Bridge, Al Shindagha Corridor, and Sheikh Rashid Road (E11). Residents can reach Dubai International Airport and major business areas in about 15–20 minutes, making it both private and convenient.

  • 05 Min.Dubai Miracle Garden
  • 10 Min.Dubai Studio City
  • 10 Min.Dubai Hills Mall
  • 15 Min.Dubai Autodrome
  • 15 Min.Circle Mall
  • 18 Min.Burj Al Arab
  • 26 Min.Al Maktoum International Airport
  • 27 Min.Dubai International Airport

Content Reviewed By: Vikas Taneja — RERA Certified Broker (BRN: 82127), Honey Money Real Estates L.L.C. (ORN: 28658). Advising HNI and NRI buyers on Dubai off-plan and ready property, with direct transaction experience across Downtown Dubai, Dubai Creek Harbour, MBR City, Sobha Hartland, The Valley, and Dubailand communities.

Company Authority: Honey Money Real Estates L.L.C. is a DLD-registered brokerage (ORN:28658) operating under Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). All project data on this page is cross-checked against the developer’s official documentation and DLD records. Pricing and availability are market-indicative at the time of review and subject to change.

People also ask

Nakheel Elite Island sits on Island E within the Dubai Islands masterplan Nakheel's 17 square kilometre coastal development off the Deira shoreline in northeastern Dubai. The community connects to the mainland via the Infinity Bridge, placing Dubai International Airport 20 minutes away by car and Downtown Dubai 25 minutes out.

Nakheel Elite Island is positioned as a premium low-density residential development on the most exclusive of the five Dubai Islands. Specific unit configurations, sizes, and architectural product will be confirmed at official launch. Comparable Nakheel residential product on the islands has covered apartments (Bay Grove), townhouses, semi-detached villas, garden villas, and waterfront villas (Bay Villas, Bay Estates). Register with the Dubai Housing team for first-tier access to the confirmed unit mix.

Nakheel uses an EOI-led booking mechanism on its Dubai Islands launches, typically with a 20% down payment at booking. Final pricing for Nakheel Elite Island will be confirmed at official launch. As reference, recent comparable Nakheel launches on the islands have started from AED 1.85 million for entry-level apartments and AED 4.0–4.7 million for villas. Contact the Dubai Housing team for priority pre-launch registration.

The Nakheel Elite Island payment plan will be released at official launch. Recent Nakheel Dubai Islands launches have followed 70/30 or 80/20 structures with 20% on EOI booking, 50–60% across construction milestones, and a final balance of 20–30% on handover. Register with the Dubai Housing team for first-look access to the confirmed schedule once announced.

The official handover date for Nakheel Elite Island will be confirmed at launch. As context, recent Nakheel Dubai Islands launches have delivery windows ranging from Q2 2027 (Bay Villas) to Q3 2028 (Bay Grove Phase 4) and 2029 onwards (Bay Villas later phases). Nakheel's master-developer track record on Palm Jumeirah and other large-scale schemes supports on-time delivery within these contractual windows.

Yes, Dubai Islands is a 100% freehold zone, open to all nationalities, and units valued at AED 2 million or above qualify buyers for the UAE 10-Year Golden Visa. Given Nakheel Elite Island's premium positioning on the lowest-density of the five islands, the majority of unit values are expected to comfortably exceed the AED 2M threshold. Confirm specific unit values with the Dubai Housing team once pricing is released.

Elite Island combines four investment fundamentals: a master developer with a track record across Palm Jumeirah, The World Islands, and the wider Dubai Islands community (Nakheel); a low-density premium island within a 17 square kilometre coastal masterplan supported by 80-plus hotels, six marinas, and 20 kilometres of beach; alignment with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan as a primary northern coastal growth corridor; and projected ROI in the 6–10% range across early Nakheel Dubai Islands launches with double-digit annual capital appreciation tracking. Add 0% capital gains tax, 0% rental income tax, and Golden Visa eligibility and the case is strong.

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