Samana Portofino: IMPZ Apartments From AED 693K, Now at or Near Handover
The Project
Samana Portofino is a residential apartment development by Samana Developers, located in Dubai Production City (IMPZ). The project offers studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments priced from AED 693,497 to AED 1,591,876.
Dubai Production City: What the Location Means
Dubai Production City (IMPZ) occupies the southwestern quadrant of Dubai, bordered by Motor City and Sports City. Downtown Dubai is roughly 25 to 30 minutes by car; Dubai Marina is about 20 minutes. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) provides direct access in both directions, keeping the major employment hubs reachable despite the distance from the city center.
There is no metro access in the district, so residents depend on a car. That translates into a pricing advantage. At AED 693,497 for a studio, this project sits at the affordable end of the Dubai off-plan apartment market. Buyers willing to drive rather than take the metro find a lower price tier than most connected districts. The location suits owner-occupiers who value cost and space over central-city convenience, and investors who want a lower capital entry point.
What AED 693K to AED 1.59M Covers
Studios start at AED 693,497. One-bedrooms open at AED 1,037,512. Two-bedrooms start at AED 1,591,876.
The spread follows bedroom count. At the studio end, the buyer is typically an investor targeting rental yield or a first-time buyer entering the Dubai market. Two-bedrooms above AED 1.5M suit small families or buyers building a larger asset. The gap from studio to one-bedroom is roughly AED 344K, and the step up to two-bedroom adds another AED 554K. Each jump is meaningful, so the unit type selection drives the financial commitment as much as the location does.
Amenities
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Leisure | Infinity Pool, Shared Pool, Landscaped Gardens |
| Fitness | Gymnasium |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
Six amenities is a functional count. The dual-pool setup (an infinity pool and a shared pool) gives residents flexibility across different uses and times. On-site dining reduces the need to drive for a quick meal, which matters in a district where walkable options are limited. The gymnasium and children's play area cover everyday essentials. The set points at a project for working professionals and young families who want their regular needs met without the cost overhead of a premium facility list.
Timeline: Past the Scheduled Completion Date
Construction began in April 2024 with a planned build period of roughly 23 months. The scheduled completion was March 2026, a date that has now passed. The project is likely handed over or in the final stages of handover as of mid-2026. Buyers considering this project are no longer entering on a standard off-plan basis.
Getting In With 20% Down
| Phase | Share |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 54% |
| At handover | 1% |
| Post handover | 25% |
The 20% down payment is in line with UAE market standards. The bulk of the payment schedule, 54%, fell during the construction phase. The 1% at handover is a nominal figure.
What matters most for buyers entering now is the 25% post-handover balance. Given the completion date has passed, the construction-phase installments are likely already collected. The remaining obligation is this post-handover tranche. For investors, it can be met from rental income on an occupied unit rather than discharged in one lump at keys. For owner-occupiers, it means taking possession of the property before the payment schedule is complete.