Canal Heights de GRISOGONO vs DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli
Side by side on price, unit sizes, payment plan and handover.
Where each one wins
Drawn from the two developments' published prices, plans and handover targets.
Lower entry price
DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli starts 29% lower, at AED 8,886,000 against AED 12,460,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
More space for the money
On average Canal Heights de GRISOGONO works out at about AED 4,004 per sq ft against AED 4,028 at DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli.
Sooner to complete
Canal Heights de GRISOGONO is targeted for Q2 2028, ahead of DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli in Q4 2028. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Canal Heights de GRISOGONO | DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | DAMAC Properties | DAMAC Properties |
| Location | Business Bay, Dubai | Dubai Harbour, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q2 2028 | Q4 2028 |
| Price from | AED 12,460,000 | AED 8,886,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 4,004 | 4,028 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 3 to 4 bed | 2 to 4 bed |
| Sizes | 3,113 to 4,381 sq ft | 2,323 to 6,059 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 5/55/40 | 5/55/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 499,420 | AED 356,460 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | n/a |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Starting prices for the same home type
| Home type | Canal Heights de GRISOGONO | DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 12,460,0003,113 sq ft | AED 8,886,0002,323 to 4,444 sq ft | AED 3,574,000 more at Canal Heights de GRISOGONO |
| 4-bedroom apartments | AED 17,543,0004,381 sq ft | AED 29,809,0005,879 to 6,059 sq ft | AED 12,266,000 more at DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli |
Canal Heights de GRISOGONO
The first of DAMAC's two de GRISOGONO branded Canal Heights towers on the Dubai Canal in Business Bay. In November 2026 DAMAC listed one three-bedroom and one four-bedroom apartment, from AED 12,460,000.
What works
- On the Dubai Canal, five minutes from The Dubai Mall and City Walk on DAMAC's figures.
- Large layouts: 3,113 sq ft for the three-bedroom and 4,381 sq ft for the four-bedroom on offer.
- de GRISOGONO branded interiors and an unusual set of shared facilities, including a pearl museum and yoga domes.
What to weigh
- Only one three-bedroom and one four-bedroom apartment were offered by DAMAC in November 2026.
- Completion is shown as Q2 2027 and Q2 2028 on DAMAC's site, and as June 2027 on Property Finder.
- 60% of the price falls due within 17 months of purchase.
DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli
A 49-storey Roberto Cavalli designed tower in Dubai Harbour. In November 2026 DAMAC listed two- to four-bedroom apartments from AED 8,886,000, with handover in Q4 2028.
What works
- DAMAC's project page, its unit cards and Property Finder all give handover in Q4 2028.
- A Dubai Harbour address across from Dubai Marina, with JBR Walk and Dubai Marina Mall about five minutes away on DAMAC's figures.
- Large layouts: two-bedroom apartments on offer were all close to 2,800 sq ft or more.
What to weigh
- Entry prices close to AED 9 million put the tower at the top end of the Dubai apartment market.
- Property Finder's starting figures, such as AED 7.3 million for two bedrooms, are below DAMAC's current prices, so compare resale stock.
- Only two four-bedroom and three two-bedroom units were listed, so the choice of floor and view is narrow.
Canal Heights de GRISOGONO or DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli?
Which is cheaper, Canal Heights de GRISOGONO or DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli?
DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli has the lower starting price at AED 8,886,000, compared with AED 12,460,000 at Canal Heights de GRISOGONO. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Canal Heights de GRISOGONO has the earlier target (Q2 2028). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Canal Heights de GRISOGONO is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover. DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are Canal Heights de GRISOGONO and DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli by the same developer?
Yes, both are by DAMAC Properties.
Want a straight answer on which to buy?
The right choice depends on your budget, timing and what the property is for. Tell us and we'll give you a recommendation, with the reasons.
- Current price list and availability, direct from the developer
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