Mar Casa, Maritime City: Getting In for 12%
Deyaar Development launched Mar Casa in Dubai's Maritime City in 2023, with construction underway since April 2024 and handover targeted for December 2026. The project spans apartments, duplexes, and penthouses, priced from AED 820,000 to just over AED 7 million.
The headline number here is the down payment. Twelve percent to get in is low for an off-plan purchase in Dubai, and the structure after that keeps obligations tied to construction progress rather than front-loaded.
Getting In for 12%
| Phase | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 12% |
| During construction | 56% |
| Handover | 8% |
| Post-handover | 24% |
The 56% during construction stages installments across the remaining build period to December 2026. The 24% post-handover component reduces the capital required before occupancy. For investors planning to service payments from rental income, that post-handover tranche provides useful headroom.
Maritime City: A Waterfront District Still Taking Shape
Maritime City sits on reclaimed land along Dubai's eastern shoreline, between Port Rashid and the older Jumeirah residential neighborhoods. It is not a fully mature district. Infrastructure and community amenities are developing alongside the residential projects underway there. For buyers, that context matters: you are entering an area earlier in its development cycle than established districts like Business Bay or Dubai Marina.
Commute picture: Downtown Dubai is roughly 15 to 20 minutes by car. Dubai International Airport is comparable. Dubai Marina is around 25 minutes. The location suits someone working in central Dubai or the DIFC more than someone commuting to the far west of the city.
For investors, the waterfront positioning is the primary thesis. Maritime City is a newer sea-adjacent district, and the pricing at Mar Casa reflects that positioning relative to more established waterfront areas.
AED 820K to AED 7M: What the Spread Actually Means
The price range at Mar Casa is wide because the product mix is wide. The entry point sits with 1-bedroom apartments from 771 square feet, starting at AED 820,000. The ceiling belongs to a 4-bedroom Royal Penthouse at 5,830 square feet, priced at AED 7,062,400.
The middle covers 2-bedroom apartments from around AED 2.17 million and 3-bedroom apartments and duplexes from about AED 4.5 million. Each tier suits a different buyer profile.
A buyer at AED 820,000 is typically an investor or a first-time buyer seeking a compact unit. The 2-bedroom bracket attracts both owner-occupiers and investors. The duplex tier starts at AED 2.17 million for a 2-bedroom Royal duplex at 3,261 square feet. That price buys more than double the floor area of a 2-bedroom apartment in the same project.
Three Formats, Three Different Buyer Profiles
Three property types run across Mar Casa. Apartments cover 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom layouts. Duplexes come in 2- and 3-bedroom configurations, with the largest at over 4,100 square feet across two levels. Penthouses include 3- and 4-bedroom options, topping out at the Royal Penthouse at 5,830 square feet.
The duplex format stands out for space-conscious buyers. The 2-bedroom Royal duplex at 3,261 square feet delivers more than double the floor area of a 2-bedroom apartment in this project, at the same AED 2.17 million entry price.
What the Amenities Say About the Target Resident
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness and wellness | Health Club, Gymnasium, Well-being and Fitness |
| Leisure and recreation | Shared Pool, Children's Pool, Children's Play Area, Leisure Lounge, Landscaped Parks |
| Food and dining | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
Ten amenities across four categories. The fitness provision runs three layers deep: a health club, gymnasium, and a dedicated well-being and fitness zone. The children's pool, play area, and Leisure Lounge alongside landscaped parks signal that Deyaar has positioned Mar Casa for families and long-term residents. The in-building restaurant is a practical daily convenience that reduces dependence on external dining.
December 2026: Four Months Out
Construction started in April 2024. With December 2026 handover roughly four months away, the project is near the end of its build schedule. A buyer entering now faces a compressed window for the 56% construction-phase payments before handover, then 8% at keys.
The 24% post-handover balance falls after occupancy. For someone buying now, the most significant payment obligations are due imminently, while roughly a quarter of the total purchase price extends past the handover date.