MAAK Residence: AED 521K to AED 1.54M in Dubai South
A New Project in an Expanding District
MAAK Residence is a residential apartment project from Maakdream Properties, located in Dubai South (Dubai World Central). Dubai South is a planned development zone built around Al Maktoum International Airport and adjacent to Expo City Dubai. The district sits roughly 35 to 40 minutes from Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina by road, and approximately 10 to 15 minutes from Jebel Ali.
The area has been developing steadily since the Expo 2020 period. Commercial and residential development continues to expand along the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road corridor. For buyers, the investment case here rests on infrastructure growth and the long-term expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport, not on an established neighbourhood premium.
The Price Spread: AED 521K to AED 1.54M
The range on MAAK Residence runs from AED 521,250 to AED 1,541,250. That is a nearly three-to-one spread, and it signals a wide unit mix. At the lower end, expect studios or compact one-bedroom apartments. The upper end covers larger two-bedroom units where floor level and size push the price considerably higher.
The project offers apartments only, so the variation is unit size and position rather than property type. Buyers under AED 600,000 can enter the project at its base level. Those at AED 1.2 million and above are looking at larger family-sized units in the mid-to-upper floors.
Dubai South as a Base
Dubai South is purpose-built, not organically developed. The amenity layer is still filling in, which is typical for planned zones at this stage of growth. The airport adjacency is the defining practical fact: Al Maktoum International Airport is five to ten minutes away, making the district a natural base for aviation and logistics professionals.
For buyers commuting to central Dubai business districts, the drive to Downtown or Business Bay runs roughly 40 minutes during off-peak hours. Access to Abu Dhabi via Emirates Road is direct, which matters for buyers who split time between the two cities.
What the Project Provides
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Wellness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoors | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
Six amenities in total. The indoor pool is a practical asset in Dubai's climate, where outdoor swimming is only comfortable for part of the year. The children's play area and on-site restaurants point toward a project designed for resident families rather than investor buy-to-rent units with high turnover. The overall set covers daily needs without the overhead of a large resort-style facility.
Handover in June 2027
Construction on MAAK Residence began in July 2025, and the expected completion is June 2027. That puts handover approximately 12 months away. The project is now roughly 11 months into its build schedule, meaning you can assess active construction progress before committing.
For an off-plan buyer entering today, the remaining build window is short by Dubai standards. A 12-month timeline limits the uncertainty that comes with very early-stage off-plan purchases, where completion can be years away.
Getting In: 20% Down, 40% at Handover
| Stage | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 40% |
| At handover | 40% |
The 20% down payment meets the standard requirement for Dubai off-plan sales. The remaining balance splits evenly: 40% across the construction period and 40% at handover. There is no post-handover installment plan, so the final payment arrives as a single sum when keys are released.
The structure is straightforward and predictable. The construction-phase payments spread the mid-portion of the cost over roughly 12 months, and the handover payment closes the transaction in full. Buyers using mortgage financing will need their loan to be ready before handover, since there is no extended post-handover period to bridge any gap.