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.
ResalePEACE HOMES "Sky Livings"
Sky Livings is a premium residential development by Peace Homes Development, located in the vibrant community of JVC. The building…
ResaleEMAAR "St. Regis Residence"
St. Regis Residence is a luxury residential complex located in the center of the city, in the chic Downtown area, by the renowned developer…
ResaleEMAAR "Parkside Hills"
Parkside Hills is a modern residential by the developer Emaar Properties, located in the prestigious Dubai Hills area. The project includes…
ResaleORO24 "Kyoto"
Kyoto by Oro24 is a premium residential project by ORO24 Real Estate Developments in the popular Arjan neighborhood. The complex is a…
Off-planDEVMARK "Kempinski Dubai Marina Residences"
Kempinski Dubai Marina Residences is an exclusive project by Devmark which is licated in the prestigious Dubai Marina district. The…
Off-planANAX DEVELOPMENTS "V-Suites"
V-Suites is a premium residential complex by Anax Developments, located in one of Dubai’s most prestigious areas — just moments from the…
ResaleGOLDEN BRIDGE "Fairway Residence"
Fairway Residence is a premium residential complex from the Golden Bridge agency, the developer is Prescott Development. The building…
Off-planDAMAC "Aykon City Tower B"
Aykon City Tower B is a project by DAMAC Properties, located in the Business Bay district on Sheikh Zayed Road. The project includes two…
ResaleEXPO CITY "Sidr Residences"
Sidr Residences is an innovative project by Expo City, located in the neighbourhood of the same name. The complex consists of three towers,…
ResaleEMAAR "Park Ridge"
Park Ridge is a gated residential community in Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai. These are towers with a height of 10-22 floors from a well-known…
Off-planBINGHATTI "Binghatti Skyrise"
Binghatti Skyrise is a project by Binghatti, located in Business Bay. The complex comprises three towers, each featuring four basement…
Off-planKASCO DEVELOPMENTS "VAL by KASCO"
VAL by KASCO is a luxury residential development developed by KASCO Developments and located in the cultural district of Al Jaddaf, Dubai.…
Off-planPEACE HOMES "Peace Lagoons 2"
Peace Lagoons 2 is a residential development by Peace Homes Development, located in the vibrant community of Dubailand. The building…
Off-planOCTA PROPERTIES "Flora Isle"
Flora Isle is a luxury residential complex by OCTA Properties, located on the stunning Dubai Islands (Island A). The project is developed…
ResaleACUBE "Vega"
Vega is a residential complex from the developer Acube Development, located in the lively area of Dubai Sports City, Dubai. Vega's…
ResaleOCTA PROPERTIES "Al Serh Residences 11"
Al Serh Residences 11 is a modern mid-rise building, which is offered on the market by OCTA Properties. The residential complex is located…
Off-planSOBHA "Sobha Solis Tower D"
Sobha Solis Tower D is the fourth tower of a premium residential complex by Sobha, located in the Dubai Motor City community. The building…
Off-planTRUE FUTURE REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT "High Best"
High Best is a luxury residential development by True Future Real Estate Development, located in MBR City, District 11, Dubai. The project…
Off-planSOBHA "Seahaven Tower B"
Seahaven Tower B is the second tower in the prestigious project by Sobha Realty. The architectural design of the building includes a ground…
Off-planBINGHATTI "Binghatti Aquarise"
Binghatti Aquarise is a residential complex by Binghatti in Business Bay. The tower features three basement levels, a ground level, a…
ResaleIMTIAZ "Westwood Grande 2"
Westwood Grande 2 is a modern 19–storey apartment complex located in the dynamically developing Jumeirah Village Circle area. The building…
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.