Projects in International City

New Projects in International City: Apartments from AED 308K Across a Field of Twenty Developers

International City is a district in Dubai with 21 new-build projects currently on offer, spanning apartments, duplexes, and a single townhouse format across a wide field of developers. The entry price starts at AED 308,000 and the top of the range approaches AED 7 million, which means buyers at very different budget levels are weighing options in the same district. The developer configuration is worth understanding before shortlisting, as it shapes what resale prospects look like here.

Where AED 545,000 Is the Midpoint

The median asking price across International City's new projects is AED 545,000, the most useful benchmark for buyers trying to gauge typical costs. The full range runs from AED 308,000 at the low end to just under AED 7 million at the top, a spread that reflects the different property formats available rather than variability within a single type.

Apartments account for 17 of the 21 projects, covering the entry and mid-range price tiers. The two duplex listings serve buyers who need more floor area or a split-level layout. The single townhouse project targets buyers who want ground-level living and private outdoor space in a district that is otherwise built almost entirely on apartment stock.

Twenty Developers, One District

20 developers are running 21 projects in International City. Danube Properties, Samana Developers, Wasl Properties, Damac Properties, and 16 others each account for, in most cases, a single project. With developer count nearly matching project count, there is no dominant builder and no single name setting market standards across the district.

That matters for buyers who care about resale. When no single developer holds meaningful market share, brand recognition cannot serve as a proxy for build quality or price performance. The value of any unit here will depend more on sub-area positioning, the price relative to comparable stock, and how the district performs over time. Delivery history warrants individual verification for each project before committing.

Sub-areas with active new-build development include Olivz by Danube, Petalz by Danube, Wasl 611, Ventana Residences, and Crystal Tower by VHS.

Handover: Some Already Complete, More Through 2029

The earliest recorded completion is September 2023, meaning some listed projects may already be fully delivered or at handover stage. Buyers looking at those projects should confirm current status directly, since purchase process, payment terms, and financing options differ substantially between ready and off-plan stock. The latest handover in the data extends to December 2029, keeping International City active as an off-plan market for buyers entering right now who can commit to a longer timeline.

Entry Costs and Post-Handover Options

A 10% minimum down payment applies across International City's new projects, sitting at the low end of typical Dubai off-plan requirements. At the lowest listed price of AED 308,000, that translates to roughly AED 30,800 to enter at the most accessible tier. 5 of the 21 projects carry post-handover payment plans, roughly one in four listings. These structures allow buyers to continue payments after taking possession, which reduces the immediate financing burden but extends the obligation past the delivery date.

The Amenities Read as Community-First

Across International City's new projects, children's play areas, gymnasiums, landscaped gardens, shared pools, and retail and cafe facilities recur consistently, alongside CCTV and security coverage across most sites. This is a functional amenity set built for day-to-day community living rather than premium lifestyle features. It points to a buyer and renter profile made up largely of families and working professionals who prioritise self-contained conveniences within the development. Security appearing across the majority of projects reflects what residents in a dense urban district expect as a baseline.