Wellington Ocean on Dubai Islands
Wellington Ocean is a residential development by ANK Developers on Dubai Islands, one of Dubai's newer waterfront zones being built out north of Deira. The project offers apartments and duplexes, with a payment structure that combines a low entry point and a significant post-handover term.
Getting In for 10%
The payment plan is the standout feature here.
| Stage | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 40% |
| At handover | 5% |
| Post-handover | 45% |
On a AED 1,650,000 one-bedroom, AED 165,000 secures the unit. You pay 40% across the construction period running through late 2027, then 5% at handover. The remaining 45% is due after you receive the keys. That post-handover portion spreads nearly half the total cost into the period when rental income can start offsetting payments. For an investor, this structure places the majority of the cost well beyond the initial outlay, into the phase when the property can be generating income.
Dubai Islands: What the Address Delivers
Dubai Islands sits off the northern coast of Dubai, adjacent to Deira. Established road links connect the area to the mainland. Key business districts like DIFC and Downtown Dubai are typically a 25 to 40 minute drive depending on traffic. The coastal position gives the location beach access and a waterfront character that differs from inland Dubai districts.
The district is still building out. Buyers here are entering before the surrounding retail, hospitality, and transport infrastructure reaches full density. That is the trade-off: an early-stage waterfront location with room to develop.
From AED 1.65M to AED 4.9M: What the Range Covers
The AED 3.25M spread reflects genuinely different products at each end.
At AED 1,650,000, you get a 1-bedroom apartment of 840 sq ft, roughly AED 1,964 per sq ft. That profile fits a rental investor or a first buyer targeting Dubai's emerging waterfront market.
The 2-bedroom apartment starts at AED 2,200,000 across 1,060 sq ft (approximately AED 2,075/sq ft). The step-up from the one-bedroom is AED 550,000 for an additional 220 sq ft. Buyers who need a spare room or a dedicated workspace will find this the most practical option in the mid-range.
At the top sits the 3-bedroom duplex: 2,561 sq ft at AED 4,900,000, or around AED 1,913/sq ft. This format targets families who want the feel and scale of a house within a managed building, at a lower price per square foot than either apartment format.
Amenities Across the Building
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Wellness | Yoga room, Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi & Steam |
| Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Barbecue Area |
| Lifestyle | Restaurants, Cinema |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Security | CCTV |
Ten amenities in total. The in-building cinema and on-site restaurant access stand out as less common inclusions. The outdoor pairing of landscaped gardens and a barbecue area gives residents a communal space for informal use. The wellness cluster (pool, gym, yoga room, steam) is broad for a project in this segment. The children's play area alongside the cinema suggests families are a core part of the target mix, though the 1-bedroom entry pricing keeps the building viable for singles and couples as well.
Three Years to Completion
Construction started in December 2024. Expected handover is December 2027, making this a three-year build. For a buyer entering now, there are roughly 30 months of construction-phase payments ahead. The payment schedule is structured so that the largest single block (45%) falls after handover, which means the construction period carries a lighter payment burden than a front-loaded plan would impose.