The Eighty Three, Dubai South: Five Percent Down, Forty Percent at Keys
OKSA Developer's The Eighty Three is an apartment project in the Residential District of Dubai South, also known as Dubai World Central. Construction started in November 2024 with handover targeted for December 2026.
The 5% down payment is the lead figure. It sets a low initial entry point and shapes the financial case for this project more than anything else in the data.
Dubai South: Location and What It Means
Dubai South is the district built around Al Maktoum International Airport. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road runs through it, providing direct access toward Abu Dhabi in one direction and central Dubai in the other, without routing through the inner city. Expo City Dubai, the permanent development on the former Expo 2020 site, sits within the same district.
Dubai Marina is roughly 20 to 25 minutes by car. Downtown Dubai and DIFC are around 30 to 35 minutes. Abu Dhabi's commercial centre is approximately 50 minutes along Sheikh Zayed Road. For residents commuting to any of these hubs, the drive times are workable.
The Residential District sits away from the airport's operational zones, so the immediate surroundings are residential in character rather than industrial or logistics-heavy.
What AED 883K to AED 2M Gets You
The price range follows bedroom count across three tiers:
- 1-bedroom (~669 sq ft): from AED 883,000
- 2-bedroom (~902 sq ft): from AED 1,111,083
- 3-bedroom (~1,582 sq ft): from AED 2,001,083
The 1-bedroom at under AED 900,000 is the entry point. At 669 sq ft, it suits single occupants, couples, and investors targeting the buy-to-let market. The 2-bedroom at AED 1.1M targets small families and sharers who want an extra room without stepping above the AED 1.5M mark. The 3-bedroom at AED 2M comes in at 1,582 sq ft. At this size and price, the buyer is typically a family prioritising living space.
The range from AED 883,000 to AED 2,001,083 is roughly 2.3x from entry to top. That spread follows the size and bedroom step-up across the three apartment categories.
Getting In for 5%
| Stage | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 5% |
| During construction | 55% |
| At handover | 40% |
5% to start is a low initial commitment. The construction phase carries 55% of the purchase price, spread across the build running to December 2026. The final 40% falls due at handover, the single largest payment in the structure. There is no post-handover component; the full balance is settled at or before the date of key collection.
Amenities at The Eighty Three
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Fitness & Wellness | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool |
| Outdoor & Landscaping | Landscaped Gardens |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Food & Beverage | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
Six amenities across five categories. An indoor pool runs year-round without seasonal interruptions. On-site restaurants are a practical addition for residents who want a dining option without leaving the building. The gymnasium, landscaped gardens, and children's play area cover the standard core facilities expected at this price range.
The set as a whole targets long-term residents rather than short-stay operators. No hotel-style or serviced-apartment features appear on the list. The profile is conventional residential: working adults and families settling in for a year or more.
December 2026: The Off-Plan Timeline
Construction started November 2024. Target handover is December 2026, a 25-month programme from construction start. For a buyer committing in mid-2026, around 18 months of the off-plan period remain.
The project is in active build, past the pre-launch stage. That places it at a lower uncertainty point than projects still awaiting ground-breaking. For off-plan buyers, the shorter remaining wait is a meaningful factor in the risk profile.