Distressed apartments for sale in Dubai
Urgent-sale Apartments in Dubai — 45 projects from AED 564,000. 98% sit in freehold ownership zones.
Market data as of 2026-07-05
- Projects
- 45
- Price range
- AED 564,000 – AED 60,808,800
- Avg. price / sqft
- 3,098 AED/sqft
- Freehold
- 98%
Dubai apartment hunting gives you a citywide choice of neighbourhoods and property styles. This distressed-apartment selection brings together 45 homes, allowing you to start with live opportunities and narrow your search around the layout, delivery timing and budget that work for you.
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Prices range from AED 564,000 to AED 60,808,800, with an average of AED 3,098 per sq ft. That breadth lets you compare very different apartment propositions without assuming that every distressed listing offers the same value, condition or transaction timeline.
Why consider distressed apartments in Dubai?
A distress filter can help you focus your search, but you should still assess each apartment on its own merits. Review the asking price against comparable homes, inspect the condition where possible, and understand the proposed completion schedule before you commit. With 45 apartments available across several Dubai communities, you can compare location, building, payment structure and ownership tenure rather than relying on the label alone. You can also broaden your search with resale apartments in Dubai if a completed-home purchase is your priority, or consider off-plan properties in Dubai when a future delivery date and staged payments suit your plans.
How much do distressed apartments in Dubai cost?
The current price range starts at AED 564,000 and reaches AED 60,808,800, while the average price is AED 3,098 per sq ft. Use these figures as a starting point for comparing apartments, then look closely at the exact size, view, floor, building specification and payment obligations attached to the individual unit. You should also request the unit-specific service-charge terms before making an offer; service-charge figures range from AED 13 to AED 37. A 98% freehold share gives you a broad freehold-focused selection, but confirm the tenure for the specific property you choose.
Dubai apartment property hotspots
You can begin your comparison in the communities with the greatest project representation in this collection. **Business Bay** has 10 projects, making it the largest concentration among the named areas. **Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)** has 4 projects, while **Dubai Sports City** and **Dubai Hills** each have 3. **Dubai Maritime City** has 2 projects. These counts help you identify where you have more immediate choice, but you should compare individual apartments rather than assume that a larger cluster automatically provides the right fit. For a developer-led search, you can also review Sobha Realty property in Dubai, DAMAC Properties developments in Dubai and Emaar Properties homes in Dubai.
How to plan your apartment purchase
Start by deciding whether you need a completed apartment or can accommodate a future handover. For off-plan opportunities, the minimum down payment is 10%, and 18% of plans include a post-handover payment structure. The next handover is scheduled for 13 September 2026. If you are considering a distressed opportunity, ask for clear documentation on the unit’s status, payment schedule and practical handover arrangements before progressing. Your PGI agent can help you compare the available apartments, arrange viewings where applicable, and keep your shortlist aligned with the budget and timing you have in mind.
Off-plan1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in Palm Jumeirah | Ocean House
Ocean House is a premium project from Ellington Properties located on Palm Jumeirah Island and consists of a basement level, ground floor…
Off-planApartments for Sale in Dubai Harbour | Bay 2 by Cavalli
Bay 2 by Cavalli is a project by DAMAC Properties located in Dubai Harbour, with a concept inspired by the atmosphere of a seaside resort…
Off-planApartment for Sale in Business Bay | Safa Two
Safa Two is a residential project by DAMAC Properties located in the Business Bay district, with an architectural concept inspired by the…
Off-plan1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in JVT | Fashionz
Fashionz is an elite residential complex from Danube Properties, located in the dynamic and rapidly developing Jumeirah Village Triangle…
Resale1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in City Walk | Erin
Erin is a development by Meraas that seamlessly combines luxury, comfort and natural aesthetics. It is located in the City Walk district…
Off-plan3 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in Al Sufouh 2 | Palm Beach Tower 3
Palm Beach Tower 3 is a tower located on Palm Jumeirah Island, is the third building in the prestigious Palm Beach Towers complex by…
ResaleApartment for Sale in Sobha Hartland | Creek Vistas Heights
Creek Vistas Heights is a landmark project by Sobha Realty, located in the prestigious Hartland 1 area. The two towers are seamlessly…
Off-planApartment for Sale in Ras Al Khor | Sobha One
Sobha One is a project by the developer Sobha Realty, located in the picturesque Ras Al Khor community. The complex includes a basement…
Resale1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in Business Bay | The Quayside
The Quayside is a luxury project of Ellington Properties in the heart of Business Bay, featuring strict bronze-colored facade lines and…
Off-plan1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in Sobha Hartland 2 | 330 Riverside Crescent
330 Riverside Crescent is an impressive residential complex by Sobha Realty, located in the prestigious Sobha Hartland II area of Dubai.…
Resale1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in Jumeirah Lake Towers | Verde
Verde is the tallest building in the JLT district, designed and developed by Sobha Realty. The tower features a ground floor, a seven-level…
Resale1 Bedroom Apartment for Sale in Business Bay | Marriott Residences Dubai Business Bay
Marriott Residences Dubai Business Bay is a stunning residential complex by OCTA Properties. The developer is Fortune 5 Property…
Off-planSOBHA "340 Riverside Crescent"
340 Riverside Crescent is a residential complex within the Riverside Crescent development by Sobha Realty in Hartland 2. The modern…
Off-planBINGHATTI "Trillionaire Residences"
Trillionaire Residences is a magnificent luxury project developed by Binghatti in the Business Bay area. This residential complex comprises…
Off-planAZIZI "Azizi Venice"
Azizi Venice is a large-scale project by the developer Azizi Developments, located in Dubai South. This project offers a unique blend of…
ResaleSELECT GROUP "Nautica"
Nautica is a multi–storey residential tower from the Select Group developer, located in the heart of Dubai Maritime City. It offers…
Off-planDANUBE "Oceanz 1 and 2"
Oceanz 1 and 2 are two premium-class Oceanz towers from developer Danube Properties. These twin towers comprise one basement level, one…
Off-planDANUBE "Sportz"
Sportz is a luxurious residential complex by Danube Properties, strategically situated in the vibrant Sports City area. This ambitious…
ResaleDAMAC "Lagoon Views"
Lagoons Views is a project by Damac Properties located in the Damac Lagoons community. It includes several boutique buildings with a ground…
ResaleEMAAR "Palace Residences Dubai Hills Estate"
Palace Residences Dubai Hills Estate is a luxury residential development by Emaar Properties, located in the prestigious Dubai Hills Estate…
Off-planDAMAC «Canal Crown 2 - Altitude de Grisogono»
Canal Crown 2 - Altitude de Grisogono is a residential project by DAMAC Properties, created in collaboration with the jewelry brand de…
Off-planIRTH GROUP "Rove Home Marasi Drive"
Rove Home Marasi Drive is a luxury project by developer IRTH Group and hotel brand Rove Hotel. The complex is located in the heart of the…
Off-planACUBE "Electra"
Electra is a luxury residential complex in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Dubai from the famous developer Acube Developments. Named after a…
Off-planDANUBE "Viewz by Danube"
Viewz by Danube is an elite residential complex in the heart of Dubai with views of JBR and Dubai Marina. This project consists of two…
What is the starting price in Dubai?
Prices start from AED 564,000, ranging up to AED 60,808,800 across 45 projects.
What is the average price per sqft in Dubai?
The average price is AED 3,098 per sqft, computed across listed projects with published areas.
What are service charges in Dubai?
Annual service charges range from AED 13 to AED 37 per sqft.
Frequently asked questions
What are urgent-sale listings in Dubai?
Distressed listings are motivated-seller sales where the owner needs to sell quickly. There are 45 in Dubai, priced from AED 564,000 to AED 60,808,800.
How many urgent-sale listings are there in Dubai?
There are currently 45 urgent-sale projects in Dubai.
Are urgent-sale listing prices negotiable in Dubai?
Listed prices reflect current asking levels; final terms are agreed directly with the seller.