Samana Developers · Palm Deira
Ocean Crest
- Apartments
- Bedrooms
- On request
- Size
- 766–848 sqft
- Payment plan
- On request
- Completion
- Pre-launch
- Available
- 56 / 56
- Handover
- Q2 2028
About Ocean Crest
Ocean Crest Palm Deira Property Investment Profile
Ocean Crest sits within Palm Deira, a waterfront district that the developer markets under the broader Dubai Islands identity. The project comprises a single G+2P+8 building with 56 residences, a low unit count for a coastal address in this part of the city, which supports the developer's positioning around privacy and exclusivity for buyers evaluating palm deira property investment options.
Construction is scheduled to run from September 2025 to June 2028, placing Ocean Crest among off plan Palm Deira launches with a multi-year runway to handover. Buyers researching properties for sale in Palm Deira will find this timeline typical of early-phase island developments, where infrastructure and community amenities are still being built out alongside individual towers.
Ocean Crest in Dubai Architecture and Design Approach
The building's design draws on the movement of the sea, expressed through clean lines, layered textures, and curved forms rather than sharp geometric massing. With only 56 units spread across a podium plus eight-storey structure, the architectural brief prioritizes low density over scale, distinguishing it from larger towers common elsewhere on the islands.
Interior spaces continue this coastal language, with the entrance lobby framed by ambient lighting and sculptural detailing, and living areas built around neutral palettes and soft textures. Bedrooms are designed with panoramic windows and spacious layouts intended to maximize natural light, while bathrooms use natural stone finishes and frameless glass for a spa-like finish.
Amenities and Wellness Facilities
The amenity package centers on a pool deck with a leisure water lounge, children's splash pad, sun deck, and shaded seating areas, positioned as a shared social space rather than a purely functional pool. A gym combining indoor and open-air training zones is fitted with premium equipment and natural light, supporting both structured training and casual movement.
A dedicated spa area includes steam rooms and saunas, rounding out a wellness-first amenity mix that spans fitness, relaxation, and family-oriented outdoor space within a single low-rise building.
Off Plan Palm Deira Connectivity
Despite its island setting, Ocean Crest is positioned within a stated 15 to 25 minute drive of major Dubai destinations, including Deira City Centre, Dubai Gold Souk, Dubai Creek, Dubai International Airport, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, JBR The Walk, Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Marina. This proximity is central to the developer's case for apartments in Palm Deira as a base that balances a quieter waterfront setting with practical access to the city's commercial and retail centers.
The development is marketed by SAMANA, whose profile can be reviewed via the SAMANA Developers page for context on the developer's broader portfolio and delivery track record.
Key highlights
- Only 56 residences across a single G+2P+8 building
- Located within Palm Deira on the Dubai Islands waterfront
- 15 to 25-minute drive to Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and the airport
- Amenities include a leisure pool, splash pad, gym and spa
- Construction runs September 2025 to June 2028
- Developed by SAMANA
Why this project
- Low-density, 56-unit coastal building on Dubai Islands with sea-facing design and a wellness-focused amenity deck.
Amenities
- •Swimming pool
- •leisure water lounge
- •children's splash pad
- •sun deck
- •shaded seating
- •indoor gym
- •open-air training zone
- •spa
- •steam room
Location
Dubai Islands Neighbourhood Context
Ocean Crest is located in Palm Deira, an area the brochure frames within the wider Dubai Islands masterplan bordering the Arabian Gulf. The setting is described as offering direct sea views and a retreat-like atmosphere distinct from denser, established waterfront communities such as Dubai Marina or Palm Jumeirah, both of which sit within the stated 20-minute drive radius.
As an emerging island destination, the immediate surroundings are still being developed, meaning residents can expect a phased build-out of retail, dining, and community infrastructure over the coming years, aligned with Ocean Crest's own June 2028 handover window.
Project information
- Developer
- Samana Developers
- Location
- Palm Deira
- Handover
- Q2 2028
- Total units
- 56
- RERA Escrow
- Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB)
- DLD Project #
- 3878
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Project intelligence
Live DLD dataReal Dubai Land Department transactions and rent contracts — not developer marketing.
Ocean Crest — handover progress
0%Palm Deira market
2 br · 2,092 sales analyzed
Indicative gross yield
At the starting price of AED 2,200,000, typical rent for a 2 br in Palm Deira (AED 117,850/year, ~AED 9,800/month) implies a 5.4% gross yield.
Based on 1 DLD rent contracts in the last 12 months. Gross yield excludes service charges, vacancy and management fees.
Source: Dubai Land Department open data. Analytics are computed from registered transactions and rent contracts; figures are indicative and not a guarantee of future performance.
Frequently asked questions about Ocean Crest
Where exactly is Ocean Crest located?
Ocean Crest is located in Palm Deira, part of the Dubai Islands waterfront development on the Arabian Gulf.
Is Ocean Crest finished yet?
No. Construction is scheduled to run from September 2025 to June 2028, and as of the latest DLD record the project shows 0% completion, so it remains fully off-plan.
How many units does Ocean Crest have?
The building comprises 56 residences within a single G+2P+8 structure (ground floor, two podium levels, and eight upper floors).
Who is developing Ocean Crest?
Ocean Crest is developed by SAMANA, marketed as SAMANA Ocean Crest, with the DLD-registered escrow held at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank.
What amenities are included at Ocean Crest?
The development includes a pool with a leisure water lounge and children's splash pad, an indoor and open-air gym, a spa with steam room and sauna, and shaded outdoor seating areas.
How far is Ocean Crest from central Dubai?
The brochure states approximately 15 minutes to Deira City Centre and Dubai Creek, 20 minutes to Dubai Airport and Palm Jumeirah, and 25 minutes to Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina.
When will Ocean Crest be handed over?
The project's stated completion date is June 30, 2028.
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