Off-plan Properties for Sale in Sheikh Zayed Road

Why Sheikh Zayed Road Is Dubai's Most Sought-After Address

If you are looking to buy property in Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road should be at the top of your list. This 12-lane highway stretches from the Trade Centre Roundabout to the Abu Dhabi border, and it is lined with some of the tallest and most recognisable towers in the world. As a buyer, you get something rare here: a fully built-out corridor with new off-plan launches, lifestyle dominance, commercial epitome, and quick connectivity.

What makes Sheikh Zayed Road special for an investor? 

• First, it is a designated freehold zone, so you can own property outright regardless of your nationality.

• Second, the location is between two of Dubai's most powerful business hubs: the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Dubai World Trade Centre with the Museum of the Future, Dubai Canal, and Safa Park within walking distance. 

• Third, land here is nearly fully developed, which means supply is limited and every new tower you buy into carries a built-in premium.

With over 15 off-plan projects currently listed and median starting prices around AED 1.69 million, you will find entry points whether you are a first-time investor or hunting for an ultra-luxury penthouse. Below, you will find the most exciting properties for sale on Sheikh Zayed Road right now, starting from the newest to most ambitious projects.

Landmark Mega Projects on Sheikh Zayed Road

These are the headline-making towers in Dubai's skyline. If you want a world-first or record-breaking address, start here.

1. Burj Azizi Tower

Developer: Azizi Developments 

Height: 725 metres (131+ floors)

Price from: AED 4,960,000

Completion: 2028–2030

Burj Azizi Tower will be the world's second-tallest building when complete, taller than the Makkah Royal Clock Tower and second only to the Burj Khalifa. This freehold mega-tower includes 1- to 5-bedroom apartments, exclusive penthouses, a seven-star hotel, a vertical retail centre, and an observation deck. Located at the intersection of Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, it offers panoramic views across the entire city. If you are looking for a trophy asset, Burj Azizi is the most ambitious off-plan launch you will find in Dubai today.

2. Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai

Developer: Dar Global (Dar Al Arkan)

Height: 350 metres (80 floors)

Price from: AED 2,542,758

Handover: Q4 2031

Trump International Hotel & Tower was announced in April 2025 and immediately became one of the most talked-about launches in Dubai. The 80-storey tower sits next to the Shangri-La Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road and features over 500 branded residences, a five-star Trump International Hotel, a private members' club, and resort-style amenities. Units range from studios to premium penthouses. The Trump branding gives you a built-in resale premium and strong rental demand from corporate tenants and high-net-worth individuals.

3. Jumeirah Residences at Emirates Towers

Developer: Meraas (Dubai Holding) 

Units: 754 

Price from: AED 3,510,000 

Handover: Q3 2030

Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers brings the renowned Jumeirah hospitality brand into the residential space. The twin-tower development sits adjacent to the Museum of the Future and the DIFC, offering 1- to 4-bedroom apartments across 59 floors. As a resident, you get access to Jumeirah hotel services, including concierge, housekeeping, and dining. The project comes with an attractive 80/20 payment plan: you pay 80% during construction and 20% on handover. This is one of the strongest branded-residence, you will find on Sheikh Zayed Road.

Premium Branded Residences

If you want a turnkey lifestyle with hotel-level services, branded residences on Sheikh Zayed Road are your best bet. Here are three standout options.

4. The Chedi Private Residences

Developer: Al Seeb Real Estate / Devmark 

Height: 52 storeys 

Price from: AED 5,500,000 

Handover: Q1 2029

The Chedi Private Residences is the world's first residential project under The Chedi brand, known for its serene, design-led hospitality. Designed by Bruno Guelaff Studio, the tower offers 2- to 8-bedroom apartments, penthouses, duplexes, and sky mansions. Every unit comes with premium finishes and you get access to curated lifestyle amenities. 

5. DAMAC Safa Gate

Developer: DAMAC Properties 

Type: Twin towers 

Price from: AED 1,997,000 

Handover: Q4 2029

DAMAC Safa Gate is a twin-tower development right next to Safa Park. The project features kinetic architecture “ a façade that shifts and moves” and offers 1- to 5-bedroom apartments with views of the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Canal, and Safa Park greenery. DAMAC's 70/30 payment plan (you pay 70% during construction, 30% on handover) makes this one of the more accessible branded options on the strip. If you want a recognisable developer and a premium postcode, Safa Gate is a strong pick.

6. Wasl One B Tower

Developer: Wasl Properties 

Height: 47 storeys 

Price from: AED 1,600,000 

Handover: Q4 2028

Wasl One B Tower is a standout project, both for its design and its mission. Known as the "charity tower," it was launched under the 1 Billion Meals Endowment initiative. Designed by Dutch firm UNStudio, the tower overlooks the Dubai Water Canal and offers 1- to 5-bedroom apartments, duplexes, and a penthouse. It sold out within 48 hours of launch, which tells you everything about the demand here. You can still find resale units, and handover is expected by late 2028.

Luxury and Lifestyle Towers

If you want bold design, signature living, and a front-row seat on Dubai's most famous road, these projects are for you.

7. Sobha The S Tower

Developer: Sobha Realty 

Height: 62 storeys (751 ft) 

Price from: AED 16,406,405

Sobha The S Tower is Sobha Realty's first signature project and one of the most exclusive addresses on Sheikh Zayed Road. The tower offers only 4- and 5-bedroom sky villas, each designed with Sobha's renowned build quality and attention to detail. Residents enjoy sea views toward Palm Jumeirah and greens overlooking Emirates Golf Club. This is ultra-premium living, but a legacy purchase if you want space and privacy in a central location.

8. DAMAC Hollywood Glamour

Developer: DAMAC Properties / Paramount Hotels 

Price from: AED 888,888 

Units: Studios, 1 & 2 bedrooms

DAMAC Hollywood Glamour taps into the entertainment lifestyle with a Hollywood-themed residential concept. Developed in collaboration with Paramount Hotels & Resorts, the project offers studios and 1- to 2-bedroom apartments with interiors inspired by cinematic glamour. At a starting price under AED 900,000, this is one of the most affordable entry points on Sheikh Zayed Road.

9. DAMAC AYKON City Tower C

Developer: DAMAC Properties 

Price from: AED 756,000 

Units: Studios, 1–3 bedrooms

DAMAC AYKON City Tower C is part of the larger AYKON City master development on Sheikh Zayed Road. Tower C offers studios and 1- to 3-bedroom apartments at the lowest starting prices on this stretch of SZR. The AYKON City complex includes retail, dining, and leisure facilities, creating a self-contained urban neighbourhood. If you are budget-conscious but still want a Sheikh Zayed Road address, Tower C gives you strong rental yield potential at a competitive entry price.

Affordable Options and Commercial Projects

You do not need a multi-million-dirham budget to get on Sheikh Zayed Road. These projects give you lower entry points, and if you are a business investor, there is commercial office space too.

10. Raw District by Imtiaz Developments

Developer: Imtiaz Developments 

Price from: AED 649,000 

Units: Studios, 1–3 bedrooms 

Handover: 2029

Imtiaz Developments has launched multiple towers under the Raw District brand near the Sheikh Zayed Road corridor. Raw District Tower C and the earlier Raw District 2 and Raw District phases offer studios and 1- to 3-bedroom apartments starting at just AED 649,000. These are among the most affordable off-plan options connected to Sheikh Zayed Road, ideal if you are a first-time buyer or want to build a rental portfolio at scale.

11. AHS Twin Towers

Developer: AHS Properties (Abbas Sajwani)

Type: Commercial office space 

Price from: AED 15,890,000

AHS Twin Towers is a commercial project on Sheikh Zayed Road, offering Grade A office space in a twin-tower format. This is a different kind of investment. If you are a business owner or institutional investor, you get prime commercial real estate in Dubai's most visible business corridor. With demand for premium office space rising in Dubai, commercial properties on SZR can deliver strong returns for you.

12. DAMAC Maison at AYKON City

Developer: DAMAC Properties 

Location: Sheikh Zayed Road, AYKON City

DAMAC Maison is a serviced-residence concept within the AYKON City master development. It offers hotel-managed apartments that combine the flexibility of ownership with the convenience of hotel services. As an investor, you benefit from consistent rental income through the hotel operator's pool.

13. DAMAC Safa Three

Developer: DAMAC Properties 

Location: Safa Park, Sheikh Zayed Road

DAMAC Safa Three is part of DAMAC's growing Safa Park portfolio on Sheikh Zayed Road. Like Safa Gate, it benefits from the park-side location and canal views. This project extends DAMAC's presence in one of the corridor's most desirable micro-locations.

Sheikh Zayed Road Investment Snapshot

Sheikh Zayed Road is not just a privileged address, the numbers are behind this. Here is what you need to know about the investment potential along this corridor.

There are three factors that make these investment reasons more compelling to you. 

• First, Sheikh Zayed Road is nearly fully built out, which means new supply is limited and your unit holds its value. 

• Second, the corridor's position between DIFC, Downtown Dubai, and Jumeirah Lakes Towers ensures you always have a deep pool of corporate tenants. 

• Third, Dubai charges zero income tax and zero capital gains tax, so the gross yield is effectively your net yield.

For context, Dubai's city-wide average gross rental yield is around 6.5–6.76%, making Sheikh Zayed Road's 6.8% yield competitive even by Dubai standards. Two-bedroom units currently offer the strongest ROI at 4.86%, making them your sweet spot if you are focused on rental income.

Explore Properties For Sale on Sheikh Zayed Road

Sheikh Zayed Road remains Dubai's premier investment corridor. An ultra-luxury sky villa, a branded hotel-managed apartment, or an affordable studio as your first Dubai investment, you will find a project on this strip.

Your window for off-plan opportunities is narrowing. With land nearly fully developed, each new project launch on Sheikh Zayed Road carries more scarcity value than the last. Prices have appreciated 10.2% year-over-year, rental yields outperform the city average, and you get full freehold ownership regardless of your nationality.

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