Playa Del Sol vs Shoreline by DAMAC
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
Playa Del Sol starts 27% lower, at AED 3,300,000 against AED 4,534,000. 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 Shoreline by DAMAC works out at about AED 2,730 per sq ft against AED 2,875 at Playa Del Sol.
Sooner to complete
Playa Del Sol is targeted for Q4 2027, ahead of Shoreline by DAMAC in Q3 2028. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Playa Del Sol | Shoreline by DAMAC |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Ellington Properties | DAMAC Properties |
| Location | Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah | Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2027 | Q3 2028 |
| Price from | AED 3,300,000 | AED 4,534,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,875 | 2,730 |
| Home types | Apartments, duplexes, penthouses, villas | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | Studio to 5 bed | 2 bed |
| Sizes | 410 to 8,673 sq ft | 1,661 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/40/40 | 5/55/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 66,000 | AED 90,680 |
| 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 | Playa Del Sol | Shoreline by DAMAC | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,300,0001,116 to 1,404 sq ft | AED 4,534,0001,661 sq ft | AED 1,234,000 more at Shoreline by DAMAC |
Playa Del Sol
Ellington's second Al Marjan Island building, next to the Wynn resort, with a private jetty and beach access; two-bedrooms from AED 3.3 million and completion listed for the end of 2027.
What works
- Beachfront building with a private yacht jetty, about 5 minutes from the Wynn resort
- Completion targeted for Q4 2027, sooner than most Al Marjan Island launches
- Two published plans that hold 40% back until handover
What to weigh
- 40% of the price is due on handover, so arrange financing early
- Property Finder gives conflicting completion dates (December 2027 and mid-2026)
- Most unit types are priced on request
Shoreline by DAMAC
A beachfront apartment and townhouse project by DAMAC on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. One two-bedroom apartment was listed at AED 4,534,000 in November 2026, with handover due in Q3 2028.
What works
- Direct access to a private beach on Al Marjan Island, with pools, a gym and water sports on site.
- A large two-bedroom layout of 1,661 sq ft with three bathrooms.
- Only 5% is due on booking, and DAMAC and Property Finder agree on a third-quarter 2028 handover.
What to weigh
- Only one unit was listed online on 13 November 2026, and Property Finder showed developer stock as sold out.
- At AED 4,534,000 for 1,661 sq ft the unit costs about AED 2,730 per sq ft; compare it with resale evidence on the island before you commit.
- 40% of the price is due on completion, and Ras Al Khaimah registration costs are not included in DAMAC's schedule.
Playa Del Sol or Shoreline by DAMAC?
Which is cheaper, Playa Del Sol or Shoreline by DAMAC?
Playa Del Sol has the lower starting price at AED 3,300,000, compared with AED 4,534,000 at Shoreline by DAMAC. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Playa Del Sol has the earlier target (Q4 2027). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Playa Del Sol is sold on a 20/40/40 plan with 60% due before handover. Shoreline by DAMAC is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are Playa Del Sol and Shoreline by DAMAC by the same developer?
No. Playa Del Sol is by Ellington Properties and Shoreline by DAMAC is by DAMAC Properties. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
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
- No fee to you on off-plan purchases: the developer pays us
- One salaried adviser, not on commission, from first call to handover
