DAMAC Bay by Cavalli vs Dubai Harbour Residences
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
Dubai Harbour Residences starts 1% lower, at AED 3,900,000 against AED 3,939,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
Dubai Harbour Residences is targeted for Q1 2028, ahead of DAMAC Bay by Cavalli in Q4 2028. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | DAMAC Bay by Cavalli | Dubai Harbour Residences |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | DAMAC Properties | H&H Development |
| Location | Dubai Harbour, Dubai | Dubai Harbour, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2028 | Q1 2028 |
| Price from | AED 3,939,000 | AED 3,900,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 5,934 | n/a |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments, penthouses |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 5 bed | 1 to 4 bed |
| Sizes | 1,304 to 10,053 sq ft | 1,055 to 8,224 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 158,580 | AED 157,020 |
| 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.
DAMAC Bay by Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli designed towers on the Dubai Harbour waterfront. In November 2026 DAMAC listed one one-bedroom apartment at AED 3,939,000 and four penthouses from AED 66.8 million, with handover in Q4 2028.
What works
- A beachfront site in Dubai Harbour, opposite Dubai Marina, with JBR Walk and Dubai Marina Mall about five minutes away on DAMAC's figures.
- Under construction since April 2023 on Property Finder's record, so the project is past the earliest stage of risk.
- A private beach, sky garden and infinity pool among the shared facilities.
What to weigh
- Handover is Q3 2027 on DAMAC's project page, Q4 2028 on its unit cards and January 2027 on Property Finder. Confirm the date in the sale agreement.
- Only five developer units were listed on 13 November 2026, and four of them were penthouses priced above AED 66 million.
- Property Finder showed developer stock as sold out, with 148 resale listings, so resale may offer more choice and different prices.
Dubai Harbour Residences
Low-rise apartments and penthouses by H&H at Dubai Harbour with private beach access, designed by Nikken Sekkei. Area 3 is on sale from AED 3.9 million with a 5% deposit and completion due in early 2028.
What works
- Low-rise beachfront building with private beach access at Dubai Harbour
- Generous layouts, from 1,055 sq ft for a one-bedroom
- Low 5% deposit, with 40% due on handover
What to weigh
- No price per unit type was published; only the AED 3.9 million launch price
- Dubai Harbour has large competing towers by DAMAC and Sobha, some completing in 2028
- The first release is sold out, so the remaining choice of units may be limited
DAMAC Bay by Cavalli or Dubai Harbour Residences?
Which is cheaper, DAMAC Bay by Cavalli or Dubai Harbour Residences?
Dubai Harbour Residences has the lower starting price at AED 3,900,000, compared with AED 3,939,000 at DAMAC Bay by Cavalli. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Dubai Harbour Residences has the earlier target (Q1 2028). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
DAMAC Bay by Cavalli is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover. Dubai Harbour Residences is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are DAMAC Bay by Cavalli and Dubai Harbour Residences by the same developer?
No. DAMAC Bay by Cavalli is by DAMAC Properties and Dubai Harbour Residences is by H&H Development. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
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