Al Jaddaf vs Dubai Creek Harbour

Al Jaddaf9 projectsDubai Creek Harbour12 projectsMed. yield7.0% vs 6.5%Entry fromAED 720K vs AED 1.6MMed. AED/sqft480 vs 984

Al Jaddaf and Dubai Creek Harbour are two off-plan submarkets in Dubai. Al Jaddaf has 9 active off-plan projects in our catalogue; Dubai Creek Harbour has 12. Al Jaddaf shows a higher median estimated yield (7.0%) than Dubai Creek Harbour (6.5%).

Entry prices: Al Jaddaf from AED 720K, Dubai Creek Harbour from AED 1.6M. Median price-per-sqft: Al Jaddaf AED 480, Dubai Creek Harbour AED 984. Top developers in Al Jaddaf: Azizi Developments, Ellington, Binghatti Developers. In Dubai Creek Harbour: Emaar Properties. Use the side-by-side breakdown below to compare yields, prices, payment plans and amenities before shortlisting.

Al Jaddaf vs Dubai Creek Harbour: at a glance

  • Cheaper entryWinner Al JaddafAED 720K vs AED 1.6M (55% cheaper).
  • Higher yieldWinner Al Jaddaf7.0% vs 6.5% median est. (+0.5 pp).
  • More projectsWinner Dubai Creek Harbour12 vs 9 active off-plan projects.
  • Earlier handoverWinner Al JaddafQ2 2026 vs Q3 2026 (nearest handover).

Al Jaddaf wins on cheaper entry, higher yield, earlier handover; Dubai Creek Harbour wins on more projects.

MetricAl JaddafDubai Creek Harbour
Active off-plan projects912
Median est. yield7.0%6.5%
Top est. yield7.0%6.5%
Price rangeAED 720K – AED 6.4MAED 1.6M – AED 4.3M
Median price/sqftAED 480AED 984
Median appreciation to handover6%20%
Handover spreadQ2 2026 – Q4 2028Q3 2026 – Q3 2030
Top developersAzizi Developments, Ellington, Binghatti DevelopersEmaar Properties
Distinct developers31
Top amenitiesGymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Landscaped GardensGymnasium, Children's Play Area, Indoor Swimming Pool
Configurations offeredstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed
Browse by area: All Al Jaddaf projects, all Dubai Creek Harbour projects
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12 off-plan projects
Al Jaddaf
Ellington
Al Jadaf Water front
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+20% apprec.TBA
Price on request Hot
Al Jaddaf
Ellington
Art Bay East
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q3 2026
AED 1.00M+
Al Jaddaf
Ellington
Art Bay West
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q3 2026
AED 1.98M+
Al Jaddaf
Azizi Developments
Azizi David
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+6% apprec.Q4 2027
AED 826K+ Hot
Al Jaddaf
Azizi Developments
Azizi Jaddaf Beach Oasis
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q4 2028
AED 720K+ Hot
Al Jaddaf
Azizi Developments
Azizi Leily
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 828K+ Hot
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Aeon
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+12% apprec.Q2 2028
AED 1.71M+
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Altan
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+20% apprec.Q3 2029
AED 3.22M+ Hot
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Creek Bay
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+24% apprec.Q2 2030
AED 1.80M+ Hot
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Creek Haven
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+23% apprec.Q1 2030
AED 1.87M+ Hot
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Creek Marina
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+30% apprec.TBA
Price on request
Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar Properties
Lyvia by Palace
Dubai Creek Harbour · Dubai
6.5% yield+20% apprec.Q3 2029
AED 2.68M+ Hot

Compare Al Jaddaf vs Dubai Creek Harbour by bedroom

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Frequently asked questions

Which area has more off-plan projects, Al Jaddaf or Dubai Creek Harbour?
Dubai Creek Harbour has more active off-plan projects (12) than Al Jaddaf (9). Counts are pulled from our live Dubai off-plan catalogue.
Is Al Jaddaf or Dubai Creek Harbour cheaper to buy off-plan?
Entry pricing in Al Jaddaf starts from around AED 720K, versus AED 1.6M in Dubai Creek Harbour — Al Jaddaf is cheaper to enter.
What's the price-per-sqft difference between Al Jaddaf and Dubai Creek Harbour?
Al Jaddaf is cheaper per square foot (AED 480/sqft) than Dubai Creek Harbour (AED 984/sqft).
Which has the higher rental yield, Al Jaddaf or Dubai Creek Harbour?
Al Jaddaf shows a higher median estimated gross rental yield (7.0%) than Dubai Creek Harbour (6.5%). Yields are derived from current advertised rentals against projected handover pricing and should be treated as an estimate.
Which area has more upside between launch and handover?
Dubai Creek Harbour shows a higher median expected appreciation to handover (20%) than Al Jaddaf (6%).
When do off-plan projects in Al Jaddaf and Dubai Creek Harbour hand over?
Al Jaddaf handovers run from Q2 2026 to Q4 2028; Dubai Creek Harbour handovers run from Q3 2026 to Q3 2030.
Which developers are most active in Al Jaddaf versus Dubai Creek Harbour?
Most active in Al Jaddaf: Azizi Developments, Ellington, Binghatti Developers. Most active in Dubai Creek Harbour: Emaar Properties.
Which is better for investment, Al Jaddaf or Dubai Creek Harbour?
Al Jaddaf leads on median estimated rental yield (7.0% vs 6.5%); Dubai Creek Harbour shows stronger median expected appreciation to handover (20% vs 6%). Yield favours cash-flow investors, appreciation favours buy-and-hold; the better area depends on which lens matters more to your hold plan.