International City Phase 2 And 3

In our experience, studios and one-beds here are delivering gross rental yields of 8–10% per annum, which is among the highest we see across Dubai's residential market. Demand is driven by a large working population that prefers affordable, well-located rentals. Projects near amenities or with strong management — like Park Residency or Sports View Residences 2 — tend to achieve faster lease-up times. We always recommend factoring in service charges and vacancy periods when modelling your net return.

We're working with 15 active developers in this corridor right now. Valores is one of the most prolific, with both Elevia Residences and Elevia Residences III on the market. Other names our buyers are asking about include Mirha Homes (27 East End Garden Residences), Tulip Real Estate Developments (The Maiden Residence), Deniz Properties (08 Life Residences), and Amber Developments (Zenith Residences). Most are boutique UAE developers with a focused pipeline in this specific submarket — which keeps competition sharp and pricing honest.

By car, expect roughly 20–25 minutes to DXB Airport, 30–35 minutes to DIFC, and 40–50 minutes to Dubai Marina, depending on traffic. The area connects via Al Awir Road and Emirates Road, which are generally manageable outside peak hours. There's no metro station directly serving Phases 2 and 3 yet, so most residents drive or use ride-hailing. We tell our buyers to factor commute time into their decision, especially if they're office-based in the CBD five days a week.

The area is still developing its retail and education infrastructure, but day-to-day needs are well covered. Dragon Mart — one of Dubai's largest retail destinations — is less than 5 minutes away, handling everything from groceries to furniture. For schools, families typically look at options in nearby Mirdif and Al Warqa, including Deira International School and GEMS Royal Dubai School, both within a 15–20 minute drive. Several of our projects, including ANDI Aura and Chapter 01, include ground-floor retail to serve residents directly.

Yes — and they're some of the most flexible we see across Dubai. Most developers in our catalogue offer post-handover payment plans stretching 2–5 years, with down payments starting as low as 10–15%. Projects like Dar Al Aiham One, Al Warsan Star, and Zenith Residences are structured specifically to attract first-time buyers and overseas investors who want to spread their capital. We always review the payment schedule, handover date, and escrow registration with our buyers before signing anything.