The Quayside, Business Bay: Ellington's Residential Offering in Central Dubai
The Quayside is an apartment project by Ellington in Business Bay. It spans studios through three-bedroom apartments and sits in one of Dubai's most centrally connected districts. Business Bay borders Downtown Dubai, with the Dubai Canal running through its southern edge. Business Bay Metro Station connects residents to the Red Line, with Downtown Dubai a short ride north and Dubai Marina reachable to the south.
What a Business Bay Address Delivers
Business Bay is a high-density mixed-use district built around residential and commercial towers. For a resident, the most practical features are proximity to Downtown Dubai, metro access, and a dense concentration of restaurants and retail through the district.
The Dubai Canal marks the southern edge of Business Bay. Canal-facing buildings along this stretch front onto water rather than a street, giving that part of the district a distinct waterfront character. Further into the district, the streets are denser and more urban. Business Bay's central location within Dubai means the highway network, the metro, and the canal routes all converge here, making it one of the more efficiently connected addresses in the city.
For a buyer weighing this address, the density and connectivity are the headline features. The urban environment suits buyers who prioritise central access over quiet surroundings.
Four Configurations: Studios to Three Bedrooms
The project offers apartments across four bedroom counts:
- Studios: approximately 542 sq ft
- One-bedroom units: 768 to 986 sq ft across two layouts
- Two-bedroom apartments: 1,420 sq ft
- Three-bedroom units: approximately 1,739 sq ft
Studios and one-bedroom layouts suit single buyers or couples looking for a compact, well-located apartment. Two-bedroom units at 1,420 sq ft are the mid-size option: large enough for a small family or a professional buyer who needs a separate room for work. Three-bedroom apartments at 1,739 sq ft are the largest available, suited to families who want a full-sized apartment in a central Dubai address.
Two-Bedroom Units at AED 3,637,828
Two-bedroom apartments at 1,420 sq ft are priced at AED 3,637,828. That works out to approximately AED 2,562 per sq ft. At that size and price point, the two-bedroom suits buyers looking for a proper two-room home in central Dubai rather than an entry-level or compact apartment.
Getting In for 20%
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 50% |
| Handover | 30% |
A 20% down payment books the unit. The 50% construction-phase installments are spread over the build period. The remaining 30% falls due at handover. There is no post-handover payment plan, so the full purchase amount clears at delivery.
Timeline: March 2026 Completion Date Has Passed
Construction on The Quayside began in September 2023. The original expected completion date was March 31, 2026, which has now passed. As of August 2026, the project is in or around its handover phase.
Buyers are not entering an extended off-plan wait. The construction timeline has run its course, and the project is at or close to delivery. That shifts the buyer calculation from a development-stage commitment to a near-completed purchase.
Amenities
| Category | Facility |
|---|---|
| Fitness | Gymnasium |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Recreation | Shared Pool, Children's Play Area |
The building offers four amenities: a gymnasium, shared pool, restaurants, and a children's play area. The offering is functional rather than a resort-style package.
The gymnasium and pool address fitness and leisure basics. On-site restaurants make casual dining a daily convenience without leaving the building. The children's play area adds a family dimension to a project in a district that more commonly draws investors and working professionals. Together, the amenity mix signals a broad buyer profile: families, professionals, and investors who want core facilities without the overhead of a full lifestyle club.