Celesto Phase 3: Off-Plan Apartments in Dubai Land Residence Complex at AED 540,000
Tarrad Development is bringing Celesto Phase 3 to Dubai Land Residence Complex, within the Dubai Land district. The project delivers studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments in a sub-district that competes at the affordable end of Dubai's residential market. Construction began in November 2025, with handover set for June 2028.
The Location and What It Means in Practice
Dubai Land Residence Complex occupies an established residential position within the Dubai Land district, with Emirates Road (E611) as the primary connection to the wider city. Academic City lies to the east, and Global Village is a short drive through the same corridor. Downtown Dubai is roughly 25 to 30 minutes by car in standard traffic; the Marina sits in a comparable range.
There is no metro link in this area. Residents rely on private transport, which means the practical buyer and tenant profile skews toward car-owning households.
The Residence Complex has developed its own local infrastructure over time: schools, supermarkets, restaurants, and retail operate within the district. Most daily errands can be handled without crossing the city. For families and those settled in for the long term, this self-contained quality reduces the friction associated with outer-city living. For those who commute regularly to central business districts, the distance is a real consideration.
For investors, Dubai Land's position in the affordable tier draws renters priced out of more central addresses.
AED 540,000: Entry-Level Off-Plan Across Three Unit Types
Celesto Phase 3 lists AED 540,000 as both its minimum and maximum price. The building includes studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, all at this single listed figure. At this level, the project competes at the lower end of Dubai's off-plan apartment market.
For a first-time buyer, the 20% down payment converts to AED 108,000 upfront. At this price, the project sits at the accessible end of the Dubai off-plan market for apartments. For investors, the sub-AED 600,000 entry positions this project in the volume segment, where demand is driven by affordability relative to other parts of the city.
What the Building Offers
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
The indoor swimming pool is the most notable feature in the amenity set. An indoor pool remains usable year-round in Dubai's climate, where summer temperatures make outdoor swimming impractical for much of the day. On-site restaurants reduce the need for residents to leave the building for casual meals. The children's play area and landscaped gardens serve families with outdoor space. The overall amenity package reflects a specification above what is typical for a project at this price point, suggesting Tarrad is differentiating on quality of offering.
June 2028: Where the Project Stands in the Timeline
Construction started in November 2025. The target handover is June 2028, placing the project roughly 2.5 years from completion. Buyers entering now are committing at an early stage in the construction cycle, which runs through 2026 and 2027 before reaching completion in mid-2028.
For an off-plan buyer, that 2.5-year window means regular instalments through the construction period, with the largest payment falling due at handover.
Getting In for 20%: The Payment Breakdown
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 30% |
| At handover | 50% |
The 20% down payment is standard for Dubai off-plan transactions. The 30% construction phase spreads across the 2.5-year build period, keeping payments manageable through the development cycle. The structure is back-loaded: 50% falls due at handover in June 2028. For mortgage buyers, the bank loan activates at that point. For cash buyers, more than half the total purchase price transfers at completion in mid-2028.