Empire Estates, Arjan: Reading the Full Picture
Empire Estates is a residential project by Empire Developments, located in Arjan in the southwest of Dubai. It delivers apartments and duplexes ranging from a studio just under AED 1 million to larger two-bedroom configurations at AED 3 million. Having both apartments and duplexes in a single development is less common than a pure apartment block, giving buyers two distinct living formats at the same address. The most important factor for any buyer here is the payment structure: a 50% deposit at signing sets the upfront commitment well above what most off-plan projects in Dubai ask at the point of signing.
Arjan: Location in Context
Arjan sits directly off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), one of Dubai's main north-south arterials. Downtown Dubai is roughly 20 minutes away by car. Dubai Marina is about 15 minutes in the opposite direction. Dubai International Airport runs approximately 30 minutes without heavy traffic.
The district is predominantly residential. Dubai Miracle Garden is located within Arjan, and Al Barsha borders the area to the north. Mall of the Emirates is roughly 10 minutes by car, making it the most practical retail and dining anchor for residents. Motor City and Jumeirah Village Circle are within easy reach. The neighbourhood is quieter than Dubai's commercial corridors, which suits buyers prioritising a residential setting with fast highway access to the wider city.
Units: Studios to Three-Bedroom Duplexes
The price range runs from AED 999,999 to AED 2,999,999. That spread covers genuinely different product categories, not just size differences within one unit type.
Studios start at 443 sq ft from AED 999,999. One-bedroom apartments begin at 898 sq ft from AED 1,560,000. Two-bedroom units come in four layouts (Types A through D), ranging from 1,036 sq ft to 1,757 sq ft, with the larger formats priced at AED 2,999,999. The range within the two-bedroom category is wide, giving buyers real choice in how the space is configured. The duplexes are a distinct product type: two-bedroom duplex layouts run from 1,639 to 2,137 sq ft, and the three-bedroom duplex (Type E) sits at 1,889 sq ft.
The studio fits buy-to-let buyers entering at the lowest capital point. One-bedrooms suit single professionals or couples. Two-bedroom apartments serve small families or buyers who want a home office. The duplexes target those who want a two-level layout within a managed building.
Eleven Amenities, Two Pools
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness and Wellness | Well-being and Fitness, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor and Social | Barbecue Area, Balcony, Children's Play Area |
| Water | Private Pool, Shared Pool |
| Community | Mosque, Restaurants, Covered Parking, Security |
The listing includes both a private pool and a shared pool. Private pool access in this price range is not standard. The on-site mosque and restaurant reduce reliance on car trips for daily needs. The overall mix, with children's facilities and outdoor social space included, is calibrated for families planning to live here long-term rather than buyers focused on short-stay rental returns.
Getting In: The 50% Deposit
The payment plan runs two steps: 50% at signing, 50% at handover. No post-handover installment option is available.
This is a front-loaded structure. For the studio at AED 999,999, the initial payment is AED 499,999. For a two-bedroom at the top of the range, the upfront commitment reaches AED 1.5 million. The full remaining balance falls due at handover in a single payment, with no staged schedule to distribute the cash requirement over time. For buyers entering now, both payments land within roughly six months of each other.
Handover: December 2026
Construction started in January 2024. The project targets a December 2026 handover, approximately six months from now. Buyers entering at this stage have a short off-plan hold before the second payment falls due.