Arthouse Private Residences: Viva Development's Apartment Project in District 11
Arthouse Private Residences is an apartment project by Viva Development in District 11, Mohammed Bin Rashid City. Construction started in February 2026, with completion targeted for February 2028. The project offers one and two-bedroom apartments, with entry from AED 1.08 million.
Mohammed Bin Rashid City, District 11
MBR City occupies the geographic center of Dubai, with Downtown about 15 minutes by car to the southwest and Dubai International Airport under 20 minutes to the east. District 11 is one of the later-developing sections within the MBR City master plan. The Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary lies roughly 4 kilometers to the southeast.
Being here places residents close to Dubai's main employment and leisure corridors while the surrounding community continues to develop. Large master-planned communities fill in over time, and MBR City is at that stage. For investors, proximity to Downtown and Meydan is the primary geographic argument. For end-users, the expectation is that supporting retail and infrastructure will continue to mature around the development.
What AED 1.08M to 1.39M Gets You
The price range spans two bedroom categories, but the size variation inside the two-bedroom tier tells the more useful story. One-bedroom apartments start at AED 1,080,000 at 685 sq ft. Two-bedroom units start at AED 1,390,000, with two available layouts: 760 sq ft and 1,170 sq ft, both at the same opening price.
On a per-square-foot basis, the spread is meaningful. The 1BR prices out at roughly AED 1,577 per sq ft. The compact 760 sq ft two-bedroom works out to approximately AED 1,829 per sq ft, while the larger 1,170 sq ft layout drops to around AED 1,188 per sq ft. A buyer who can use the extra area in the larger 2BR is getting substantially more space for the same ticket price.
One and Two-Bedroom Apartments
All units are apartments. The 1BR at 685 sq ft is the entry point for an investor or single professional. The 760 sq ft two-bedroom fits a couple or someone who wants a second room for a home office or occasional use. The 1,170 sq ft two-bedroom is sized for a small family or any buyer where living area is the primary consideration.
Amenities
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Fitness & Wellness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Food & Beverage | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
The indoor swimming pool is the standout feature. An enclosed pool is usable year-round without exposure to Dubai's summer temperatures, which is a practical advantage over an outdoor alternative. The rest of the amenity mix skews toward family use: gardens, a children's play area, and on-site restaurants point to a resident base that wants self-contained daily convenience without leaving the development.
Handover in February 2028
Construction began in February 2026. The expected completion date is February 2028, a 24-month build programme. A buyer entering today is approximately 20 months from handover.
For an off-plan entry, that horizon is relevant for planning capital deployment. The payment structure distributes payments across the build period rather than front-loading them.
Getting In for 10%
| Stage | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 40% |
| Handover | 50% |
A 10% down payment secures the unit at signing. On the AED 1,080,000 one-bedroom, that is AED 108,000 to enter the transaction. A further 40% is paid in installments across the construction phase.
The 50% balance is due at handover. On the AED 1,390,000 two-bedroom, that is AED 695,000 payable at key collection. No post-handover installment plan is included, so the full remaining balance clears at completion.