Bayfront Marina Residences: Sobha's Island Bet in Umm Al Quwain
Sobha Realty is building Bayfront Marina Residences on Siniyah Island, within Umm Al Quwain Marina in the emirate of Umm Al Quwain. It is an apartment project with a 10% down payment entry point, units from one to three bedrooms, and a September 2029 handover date. For buyers watching the northern emirates market, the low entry cost and the marina island address are the two facts to weigh first.
Getting In for 10%
The down payment here is 10%. After that, 50% is paid during construction across roughly four years, and the remaining 40% falls due at handover in September 2029.
| Stage | Amount |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 50% |
| Handover | 40% |
This structure spreads most of the cost across the construction period. The 40% at handover arrives as a lump sum in late 2029, with no post-handover instalments.
Siniyah Island: What the Location Actually Means
Siniyah Island sits within Umm Al Quwain Marina, on the UAQ coastline roughly 60 kilometres north of central Dubai. It is a natural island set apart from the mainland within the marina inlet. The emirate is quieter and lower-density than Dubai or Sharjah, and the commute to Dubai is real for anyone employed in the city.
For investors, the island address is the core proposition. Waterfront access within a marina is a distinct product from a mid-rise apartment in a denser emirate. The entry price of AED 1.33M for a one-bedroom reflects what that location trade-off looks like in practice.
Day-to-day convenience depends on what grows alongside this development. Restaurants are listed among the on-site amenities, indicating some dining on-island. UAQ city is the nearest centre for broader services and retail.
What AED 1.33M to AED 6.09M Buys Here
The price range runs from AED 1,334,658 to AED 6,088,684, a spread of nearly 4.6x that maps directly to the bedroom mix.
One-bedroom apartments start from AED 1,334,658, with sizes from around 510 to 658 sq ft across three layout types. All one-bedroom configurations carry the same starting price, so the smaller 510 sq ft option prices higher per square foot than the 658 sq ft version. This is the entry bracket for investors or single occupants.
Two-bedroom apartments start from AED 1,699,594. The two-bedroom range spans from compact options up to 1,358 sq ft across multiple configurations. The cost per square foot shifts considerably across layouts, so the choice of unit type affects value more than the headline starting price suggests.
Three-bedroom apartments start at AED 6,088,684 with the primary layout at 2,174 sq ft. The jump from the two-bedroom ceiling to the three-bedroom entry is steep. This tier targets families who want a full-scale waterfront apartment on an island address.
What the Amenities Signal
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness and wellness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor and landscape | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Food and beverage | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
The indoor pool is the standout amenity here. It provides year-round access regardless of season, which matters more for full-time residents than for short-stay guests. The children's play area and landscaped gardens point in the same direction: this project targets families who plan to live here rather than investors focused on short-term rental yield.
The CCTV coverage is a practical fit for an island site where the perimeter is contained and access points are finite.
A Three-Year Build Window Ahead
Construction started in June 2025. The target handover is September 2029. As of mid-2026, the project is roughly one year into a four-year build, with three years remaining.
For an off-plan buyer entering now, that is a medium-length horizon. The 10% down payment limits near-term capital exposure. The 50% due during construction spreads across the next three years, with the bulk of payments falling in the 2026–2029 window. The 40% handover balance falls due in late 2029.