Arka Enclave Residences: Apartments on Dubai Islands from AED 1.75 Million
Arka Enclave Residences is a residential apartment project by Manodev Development on Dubai Islands. The project offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments at prices from AED 1.75 million to AED 4.5 million, covering both investor entry-level and family-sized configurations within a single development. Construction started in October 2025, with handover scheduled for December 2027.
Dubai Islands: Waterfront Living North of Deira
Dubai Islands sits off the Deira coastline, a cluster of man-made islands connected to the mainland via road. The location offers direct seafront access while keeping residents within reach of Deira's established retail, dining, and transport links. Dubai International Airport is roughly 15 minutes by road. Downtown Dubai and Business Bay sit approximately 25 to 30 minutes away depending on traffic.
Living on an island means most daily journeys pass through a limited number of road access points. Peak-hour traffic at the causeway connections is a practical factor for anyone commuting into the city centre. The area is an emerging waterfront district with ongoing construction, so buyers entering now are among the early arrivals in a neighbourhood that has not yet reached full build-out.
What AED 1.75 Million to AED 4.5 Million Gets You
The price range maps directly onto bedroom count. One-bedroom apartments start at AED 1.75 million. Two-bedroom units begin at AED 2.32 million. Three-bedroom apartments start at AED 4.5 million.
At the lower end, AED 1.75 million gives investors an accessible entry into a waterfront-adjacent Dubai address. The two-bedroom at AED 2.32 million suits a small family or couple who need more space without reaching the premium tier. The jump to AED 4.5 million for a three-bedroom reflects a distinct buyer: a family end-user or a larger-format investor seeking a premium floor plate on the island.
Apartment Configurations
Three bedroom sizes are available across the development. One-bedroom units work for single occupants, couples, or investors targeting the single-professional rental market. Two-bedroom apartments suit small families or buyers who want a dedicated spare room. Three-bedroom units at AED 4.5 million serve larger families or investors looking for a higher-value asset on Dubai Islands. The range of configurations means the building will attract a mix of owner-occupiers and rental tenants.
What Six Amenities Signal
| Theme | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness & Wellness | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool |
| Family & Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Daily Life | Restaurants, CCTV Security |
Six amenities address fitness, outdoor access, family needs, and day-to-day convenience. The indoor pool is the most practical feature in the list: in Dubai, an indoor pool functions year-round, unlike outdoor options that become impractical during peak summer heat. On-site restaurants cut down on the need for residents to drive out for daily meals. The children's play area, combined with the two- and three-bedroom formats, signals a building that expects families as permanent residents rather than purely short-term tenants.
Completion in December 2027
Construction began in October 2025. The expected handover date is December 2027, giving approximately 26 months of build time. For an off-plan buyer entering now, that window runs from construction start to possession in a single defined phase. Booking opened in October 2025, construction started shortly after, and there is a single handover point at year-end 2027.
Getting In for 20%
| Stage | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down Payment | 20% |
| During Construction | 20% |
| Handover | 60% |
A 20% down payment is the entry cost. The next 20% is spread across the construction period. Together, that means 40% is paid before keys are received, with the remaining 60% due at handover in December 2027. That handover lump sum is the dominant financial event in this plan, and buyers who intend to finance the purchase need a mortgage arranged ahead of delivery.