Marina Shores vs Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina
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
Marina Shores starts 22% lower, at AED 4,467,888 against AED 5,760,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
Marina Shores is targeted for Q4 2026, ahead of Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina in 2029. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina asks for 40% of the price before handover; Marina Shores asks for 80%.
Side by side
| Attribute | Marina Shores | Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Select Group |
| Location | Dubai Marina, Dubai | Dubai Marina, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2026 | 2029 |
| Price from | AED 4,467,888 | AED 5,760,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | n/a | 3,916 |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments, duplexes, penthouses, mansions |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 5 bed | 2 to 5 bed |
| Sizes | 745 to 8,160 sq ft | 2,008 to 10,064 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10/70/20 | 40/60 construction-linked |
| Due before handover | 80% | 40% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 179,736 | AED 231,420 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 251 |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Marina Shores
A 53-storey Emaar tower on the Dubai Marina waterfront with promenade access, about 82% built in January 2026 and due in Q4 2026. Emaar listed three units, 1,148 to 1,596 sq ft, from AED 4,467,888 on 13 November 2026.
What works
- Waterfront tower with direct promenade access in an established district.
- Construction at about 82% in January 2026, with completion due at the end of 2026.
- Developer sale of mid-size units close to handover.
What to weigh
- Only three units were on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026.
- Property Finder gives two different handover dates; confirm in writing.
- Dubai Marina has a deep resale market of completed apartments to compare against.
Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina
A 122-storey Six Senses branded tower of 251 homes in Dubai Marina by Select Group, under construction for handover in 2029. Two- to four-bedroom residences, penthouses and Sky Mansions.
What works
- Six Senses brand with an on-site residential team, concierge and housekeeping.
- 61,250 sq ft of amenities over four levels, including a wellness and longevity floor.
- Construction-linked plan with only 15% due on booking and payments tied to build progress.
What to weigh
- 60% of the price falls due at handover in 2029. Arrange finance well ahead.
- Service charges estimated by the developer at AED 34 to 38 per sq ft a year.
- Sources disagree on timing and terms: Property Finder shows Q3 2028 and a 20/20/60 plan; the developer gives 2029 and a 15/25/60 plan.
Marina Shores or Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina?
Which is cheaper, Marina Shores or Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina?
Marina Shores has the lower starting price at AED 4,467,888, compared with AED 5,760,000 at Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Marina Shores has the earlier target (Q4 2026). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Marina Shores is sold on a 10/70/20 plan with 80% due before handover. Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina is sold on a 40/60 construction-linked plan with 40% due before handover.
Are Marina Shores and Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina by the same developer?
No. Marina Shores is by Emaar Properties and Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina is by Select Group. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
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