Al Jurf Gardens 1.3: IMKAN's Villa Community on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai Border
Al Jurf Gardens 1.3 is a villa development by IMKAN, located in the Al Jurf district of Ghantoot, Abu Dhabi. It sits on the coastal strip between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, placing it roughly equidistant from both city centers. That geography is the defining feature of this project and the first thing any buyer should think through.
What Ghantoot Actually Means for Daily Life
Ghantoot is not a suburb of either emirate. It sits in its own corridor, about 90 minutes from Dubai Marina and roughly the same from central Abu Dhabi by car. That makes it a poor fit for someone commuting daily to either city. The buyer who suits this location is one who works remotely, travels frequently, or wants a villa retreat that isn't tethered to urban infrastructure.
The Al Jurf area has been developing steadily, with IMKAN as a primary master developer in the zone. Al Jurf Gardens is part of a larger community build-out, meaning the surrounding environment will continue to take shape over the next few years alongside completion of this specific phase.
Villas in Two, Three, Four, and Five Bedrooms
Al Jurf Gardens 1.3 offers villas across four bedroom configurations: 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom, and 5-bedroom. All are listed as the same layout type, suggesting a consistent architectural vocabulary across the community.
The 2- and 3-bedroom units target buyers who want a manageable villa footprint or investors looking for lower entry points into the community. The 4- and 5-bedroom villas suit families who want genuine space and multiple rooms for extended family or home working setups.
Six Amenities Built Around an Outdoor-Indoor Balance
| Theme | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Recreation | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Green Spaces | Landscaped Gardens |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Lifestyle | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
An indoor pool allows year-round use regardless of season. The landscaped gardens, combined with the children's play area, point to a family-oriented community rather than one targeting single occupants or short-term renters. Restaurants within the development reduce dependence on the surrounding area, which is still light on established dining infrastructure.
Handover Expected July 2026
Expected completion is July 2026. For a buyer entering now, that means roughly ten months of construction period remaining. The payment plan structure reflects this: most of the financial commitment comes after handover, not during construction.
If you are buying off-plan today, you are entering in the final stretch. The project will be substantially built by the time you make most of your payments.
Getting In on 10% Down with 60% Post-Handover
Al Jurf Gardens 1.3 comes with three payment plan options. The most buyer-friendly is Option 1:
| Milestone | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down Payment | 10% |
| During Construction | 20% |
| Handover | 10% |
| Post Handover | 60% |
That post-handover structure is significant. 60% of the total purchase price is due after you receive the keys. This extends cash flow pressure well beyond handover and resembles a mortgage-style commitment without necessarily involving a bank. For cash buyers, this is straightforward.
Option 2 is a front-loaded plan: 5% down, 15% during construction, and 80% at handover. This suits buyers who want the lowest possible entry cost now but can arrange full financing by delivery. Option 3 splits more evenly: 10% down, 30% construction, and 60% at handover, with no post-handover obligation.
The 10% down payment across two of the three options is a low entry point, making this accessible to buyers who want to preserve capital during construction and carry the bulk of the commitment later.