Some cities are visited. Dubai is owned.
One bilingual point of contact for a clear comparison of Dubai districts, ready homes and off-plan opportunities. Current availability is verified before every introduction.
A shortlist should fit your brief — and every recommendation should be explainable.
Projects worth comparing
Project types, starting prices, handover dates and payment plans are taken from Emaar's own project fact sheets in the developer agent packs, checked on 23 July 2026. They are guide figures, not an inventory quote; current release, unit, price, fees and availability are confirmed before introduction.
241 projects — and growing
NOWAD works across Dubai's major developers. This index currently covers the Emaar and DAMAC agent packs and grows with every partner pack — ask us about any developer or project and we will source it.
Brief before shortlist
Budget, purpose, timing and risk preference define the search. A smaller, relevant comparison is more useful than an endless catalogue.
Facts before presentation
Availability, seller, payment terms and property details are checked before a specific opportunity is presented.
Support for remote buyers
Video viewings and document coordination can support an overseas search. Independent legal and financial advice remains part of a careful purchase.
Answers before you commit
Can foreign nationals buy property in Dubai?
Yes. In Dubai's designated freehold areas, foreign nationals can own property outright, with a title deed registered at the Dubai Land Department. UAE residency is not required to buy.
What does buying cost beyond the price?
Plan for roughly 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee plus registration and administrative charges, and agency fees where they apply. Off-plan purchases direct from a developer usually carry no buyer agency fee. We confirm the exact cost breakdown in writing before any commitment.
How do off-plan payment plans work?
You pay in instalments while the project is built — typically around 10% at booking, staged payments linked to construction progress, and a final portion at or after handover. Instalments for registered projects are paid into RERA-supervised escrow accounts.
Off-plan or ready — which is right for me?
It depends on your brief. Off-plan offers lower entry prices and staged payments, but you wait for handover; a ready home can be used or rented immediately. We compare both routes against your budget and timing before shortlisting.
Can I buy from abroad?
Yes. Video viewings, remote reservation and signing arrangements, and power of attorney make a fully remote purchase possible. We coordinate the steps in English or Arabic, and you stay in control of every decision.
Does buying property help with a UAE visa?
Property ownership can qualify for UAE residence visas once its value passes the thresholds set by the government at the time, such as the long-term visa route for qualifying property investment. Criteria change, so we confirm the current rules for your case before you rely on them.
Begin the conversation.
Tell us your budget, timing and preferred districts. A NOWAD advisor will reply personally during business hours.