One By Nine: Nine Developments Brings Residential Apartments to Nad Al Sheba
Getting In for 10%
AED 1,000,000 to AED 2,050,000. That price range tells you something about the unit mix. The lower end points to compact formats that suit investors focused on rental yield. The upper end, at just over two million dirhams, is consistent with a two-bedroom apartment where a family or long-term tenant is the likely occupant. Nine Developments has structured the entry to be accessible: a 10% down payment to secure your position, then 40% spread across the construction period, 10% at handover, and a further 40% paid post-handover.
That post-handover arrangement carries real weight. It means the bulk of your final payment comes after you hold the keys. For an investor placing the unit into the rental market, that final 40% can be serviced partly from tenant income rather than reserves. The cash timing is more manageable than a front-loaded structure where most payments concentrate before handover.
Nad Al Sheba 1: Practical Access to the City
Nad Al Sheba 1 sits near Meydan Racecourse, broadly between Downtown Dubai and Al Quoz. Al Khail Road gives direct access to the city centre. Downtown Dubai is roughly 15 minutes by car. Dubai International Airport is around 20 minutes away.
The area is developing as a mid-market residential community. It sits away from the tourist corridors and the density of Business Bay or JLT. The streets are wider, traffic is lighter, and the residential environment is quieter. For buyers or tenants whose work keeps them on the eastern or central side of Dubai, Nad Al Sheba 1 offers practical proximity without the premium attached to more central addresses.
A Focused Apartment Product
One By Nine offers apartments only. No villas, no townhouses, no commercial units sharing the building. That focused product matters when you come to resell or rent. A single asset class means the buyer and tenant pool is narrower but more predictable, and building management tends to be more straightforward.
Amenities
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Fitness & Wellness | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool |
| Outdoor & Social | Landscaped Gardens, Barbecue Area, Children's Play Area |
| On-Site Services | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
On-site restaurants are not a common feature in apartment projects at this price point. Their presence here changes the day-to-day experience for residents who need convenience close to home. The indoor swimming pool is also notable: outdoor pools in Dubai are practical for only part of the year, so covered water access gives residents year-round use.
The children's play area, landscaped gardens, and barbecue area together describe a project aimed at families and long-term residents rather than short-stay occupants. Seven amenities in this category is a solid set, weighted toward community use rather than high-end finishes.
Timeline: The Build is Done
Construction on One By Nine started in May 2024 with a scheduled completion of November 2025. That date has now passed. The project is at or near the handover stage. Buyers coming in now are not funding a drawing-board promise. The core construction risk is gone.
The Payment Plan in Numbers
| Stage | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 40% |
| At handover | 10% |
| Post-handover | 40% |
Total before handover: 60%. The remaining 40% follows after key collection. The 10% down payment is low as an initial commitment. It reduces the cost of taking a position in the project before making a larger capital allocation. For investors, the post-handover tranche gives time to generate rental income before the final balance falls due. For end-users, it provides breathing room to settle into the property before facing the remaining obligation.