Ellington Properties vs Nakheel

Ellington Properties28 projectsNakheel31 projectsMed. yield7.0% vs 7.0%Entry fromAED 1.0M vs AED 600K

Ellington Properties and Nakheel are two of the largest off-plan developers active in the UAE today. In our current catalogue, Ellington Properties has 28 active off-plan projects and Nakheel has 31. Median estimated rental yields are similar at 7.0% and 7.0% respectively.

Entry prices: Ellington Properties from AED 1.0M, Nakheel from AED 600K. Ellington Properties concentrates inventory in Dubai Islands, Jumeirah Islands, Al Jaddaf; Nakheel in Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai Islands, MBR City. Configurations: Ellington Properties offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed; Nakheel offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed, 8-bed. Use the side-by-side breakdown below to compare yields, payment plans, areas covered and active project counts before shortlisting.

Ellington Properties vs Nakheel: at a glance

  • Cheaper entryWinner NakheelAED 600K vs AED 1.0M (40% cheaper).
  • Higher yieldTieWithin 0.2 pp: 7.0% vs 7.0% median.
  • More projectsWinner Nakheel31 vs 28 active off-plan projects.
  • Earlier handoverWinner Ellington PropertiesQ3 2026 vs Q4 2026 (nearest handover).
  • Wider area coverageWinner Ellington PropertiesActive in 12 vs 6 UAE areas.

Nakheel wins on cheaper entry, more projects; Ellington Properties wins on earlier handover, wider area coverage.

Where Ellington Properties and Nakheel compete head-to-head

3 shared submarkets where both developers have active off-plan inventory today — the cleanest places to compare the two side by side at unit level.

AreaEllington PropertiesNakheel
Dubai Islands7 Ellington Properties projects in Dubai Islands
7.0% yield · from AED 1.7M
3 Nakheel projects in Dubai Islands
7.0% yield · from AED 2.0M
MBR City1 project
6.5% yield · from AED 13M
2 projects
6.5% yield · from AED 1.4M
Palm Jumeirah1 project
5.0% yield · from AED 23M
1 project
5.0% yield · from AED 3.6M
MetricEllington PropertiesNakheel
Active off-plan projects2831
Median est. yield7.0%7.0%
Top est. yield8.5%8.5%
Price rangeAED 1.0M – AED 49MAED 600K – AED 42M
Median price/sqftAED 482AED 2138
Median appreciation to handover13%10%
Handover spreadQ3 2026 – Q4 2031Q4 2026 – Q4 2029
Top areasDubai Islands, Jumeirah Islands, Al JaddafPalm Jebel Ali, Dubai Islands, MBR City
Top payment plans20/50/30, 70/30, 20/40/4020/60/20, 10/60/30, 20/45/35
Configurations offeredstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bedstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed, 8-bed
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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
Jumeirah Islands
Ellington
Altiera Heights
Jumeirah Islands · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q4 2028
AED 2.00M+ 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+
Falcon City of Wonders
Ellington
Belgravia Gardens
Falcon City of Wonders · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 1.90M+
Falcon City of Wonders
Ellington
Belgravia Gardens Phase 3 By Ellington
Falcon City of Wonders · Dubai
7% yield+9% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 1.30M+
Dubai Islands
Nakheel
Bay Grove Residences Phase 4 By Nakheel
Dubai Islands · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 2.00M+ Hot
Dubai Islands
Nakheel
Beach Residences Dubai Islands
Dubai Islands · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q1 2027
AED 2.60M+
Palm Jebel Ali
Nakheel
Crystal Springs Villa
Palm Jebel Ali · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q4 2028
AED 18.10M+ Hot
JVC
Nakheel
Ibis at Jumeirah Village Circle
JVC · Dubai
8.5% yield+7% apprec.Q4 2027
AED 600K+ Hot
MBR City
Nakheel
Naya Phase 2 By Nakheel
MBR City · Dubai
6.5% yield+12% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 1.70M+
MBR City
Nakheel
Naya Phase 3 By Nakheel
MBR City · Dubai
6.5% yield+7% apprec.Q3 2027
AED 1.37M+

Frequently asked questions

Which developer has more off-plan projects in the UAE, Ellington Properties or Nakheel?
Nakheel has more active off-plan projects (31) than Ellington Properties (28). Project counts are tracked from our live catalogue of UAE off-plan inventory.
Which is cheaper to buy off-plan, Ellington Properties or Nakheel?
Nakheel is currently cheaper to enter, with prices from AED 600K versus AED 1.0M for Ellington Properties.
Which developer offers higher rental yields, Ellington Properties or Nakheel?
Median estimated rental yields are similar: 7.0% for Ellington Properties and 7.0% for Nakheel. Yields are derived from current advertised rentals against projected handover pricing and should be treated as an estimate.
Where do Ellington Properties and Nakheel compete head-to-head?
Both developers currently have active off-plan inventory in 3 shared areas: Dubai Islands, Palm Jumeirah, MBR City. These submarkets are the easiest places to compare the two side by side at unit level.
What payment plans do Ellington Properties and Nakheel typically offer?
Most common Ellington Properties plans in our catalogue: 20/50/30; 70/30. Most common Nakheel plans: 20/60/20; 10/60/30. Individual project terms vary — check each project page for the exact instalment schedule.
When do Ellington Properties and Nakheel projects hand over?
Ellington Properties handovers run from Q3 2026 to Q4 2031; Nakheel handovers run from Q4 2026 to Q4 2029.
Which developer has better capital appreciation potential, Ellington Properties or Nakheel?
Ellington Properties shows higher median projected capital appreciation to handover (13%) than Nakheel (10%). Appreciation is estimated from advertised handover prices against current entry prices — treat it as a soft signal, not a guarantee.
Which developer is a better fit for me, Ellington Properties or Nakheel?
The right answer depends on what you optimise for. Yield hunters get similar median yields either way. First-time buyers on a budget get more room with Nakheel on entry pricing. Long-hold investors who want optionality get the wider inventory pick with Nakheel. Use the side-by-side breakdown above to weigh the trade-offs against your own priorities.
How many bedroom configurations do Ellington Properties and Nakheel offer, and which is better for family units?
Ellington Properties offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed in our current catalogue. Nakheel offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed, 8-bed. Nakheel goes up to 8-bedroom units versus 6-bedroom for Ellington Properties, which matters if you're shopping for a larger family home.