Laguna Residence

By One Development in Dubailand, Dubai

Price from: AED 700,000; about £143K or $191K
Payment plan: 50/50 with 20% down; 50% before handover, or 1 other plan
Handover: Q4 2027
Status: Under construction

Rendering of the two Laguna Residence towers across a lagoon, with palms in the foreground

Aerial rendering at dusk of the two towers rising from a lit podium beside Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road

Daytime rendering of the twin towers above a planted podium

Rendering of the podium lagoon and pools seen from a balcony

Rendering of the podium infinity pool with the towers behind

Rendering of the lagoon beach, yoga deck and landscaping on the podium

Rendering of a private pool terrace looking towards the Dubai skyline

Rendering of the tower entrance and drop-off at dusk

Rendering of a double-height living room with floor-to-ceiling glazing

Rendering of an open kitchen and dining area with a marble island

Rendering of a principal bedroom with a skyline view

Rendering of the gym beside the pool deck

Night rendering of the towers with the Burj Khalifa in the distance

Payment plan

50/50 with 20% down

50% due before handover

Down paymentOn booking20%AED 140,000
During constructionSix instalments of 5%30%AED 210,000
On handoverQ4 202750%AED 350,000
Paid before handoverAED 350,000

Plan 1 in the developer's brochure. Add the 4% Dubai Land Department fee and an AED 3,500 admin fee plus VAT.

Amounts are worked on a studio apartment at its starting price of AED 700,000.

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Homes and prices

Laguna Residence offers studio apartments, 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments, 1-bedroom duplexes, 2-bedroom duplexes, 3-bedroom duplexes and 3-bedroom penthouses. Open a home type for its payment schedule, buying costs and the nearest alternatives.

Studio apartmentsFrom AED 700K400 to 510 sq ft, AED 1,750 per sq ft, The developer's starting price of AED 700,000 applies to its smallest homes. Two layouts: 400 to 484 sq ft, and a Type B.5 of about 510 sq ft.1-bedroom apartmentsOn request700 to 1,300 sq ft, Includes a Type C layout of about 850 sq ft.2-bedroom apartmentsOn request1,050 to 1,700 sq ft, Some layouts add a maid's room. A compact Type 3 plan is about 1,100 sq ft.3-bedroom apartmentsOn request1,900 to 2,400 sq ft 1-bedroom duplexesOn request1,430 to 1,450 sq ft, A one-bedroom loft over two levels.2-bedroom duplexesOn request1,500 to 2,200 sq ft 3-bedroom duplexesOn request3,100 to 3,800 sq ft 3-bedroom penthousesOn request3,100 sq ft, Called a Sky Home by the developer, about 3,100 sq ft.

Starting prices are the published figures from the sources listed on this page, checked 13 November 2026. Sterling figures are indicative conversions. Ask for today's availability before relying on any figure.

Apartments, duplexes, penthouses
Studio to 3 bed
400 to 3,800 sq ft
Freehold

Developer: One Development
Location: City of Arabia, Dubailand, Dubai
Sales launched: October 2024
Buildings: 2

Overview

Two towers by One Development in City of Arabia, Dubailand, set around a crystal lagoon on the podium. Studios to three-bedroom duplexes from AED 700,000, with handover due in Q4 2027.

Laguna Residence is the first Dubai project by One Development: two residential towers, named Tiffany and Cyan, in City of Arabia on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, part of the wider Dubailand district. Each tower rises 45 floors above a ground floor and a five-level podium, on a plot of about 148,000 sq ft. The developer launched it in October 2024, reported that the first phase sold within 30 days, and broke ground 55 days after launch. Handover is due in the fourth quarter of 2027.

The podium is the reason to look. Its roof holds a crystal lagoon with a beach edge, an infinity pool, boardwalks, viewing decks and a surf-and-slide feature, all facing the Downtown skyline about 17 minutes away. The developer describes the lagoon as the largest on a podium in the UAE. Around it sit more than 40 shared facilities, from padel and a multi-use court to an outdoor cinema, a dog park and mini golf. Residents manage their homes and book these spaces through One Development's app, which also handles maintenance requests and concierge services.

The homes run from studios of about 400 sq ft to three-bedroom duplexes of up to 3,800 sq ft. Between them are one-bedroom apartments and lofts, two-bedroom apartments with and without a maid's room, two- and three-bedroom duplexes and a small number of three-bedroom Sky Homes. The developer's interior renders show full-height glass and double-height living rooms, and private pools appear on its amenity list. One Development lists prices from AED 700,000.

Both payment plans put half the price on handover. The first asks 20% on booking, six instalments of 5% during construction and 50% on completion. The second lowers the deposit to 10%, with another 10% 45 days later. Add the 4% Dubai Land Department fee and an AED 3,500 admin fee plus VAT. With handover a year away, that 50% balance is close: plan the mortgage or funds for it now.

Who it suits: buyers who want a resort-style podium and a new apartment within 20 minutes of Downtown at a mid-market price, and families who value the GEMS school about three minutes away. What to weigh: Property Finder does not show Laguna Residence among One Development's projects, and one portal describes it as sold out by the developer, while the developer still markets it. Ask exactly which units remain and compare them with resale listings before you commit.

Buying costs

Government fees are paid on top of the purchase price. This is the position for the entry-level home; costs scale with price. In Dubai the registration authority is the DLD.

Purchase priceEntry studio apartment at Laguna ResidenceAED 700,000

DLD transfer fee (4%)Paid to the Dubai Land Department on registration. The department lists it as 2% from each party, but contracts almost always pass the full 4% to the buyer, so a developer's '50% DLD waiver' means the developer is paying its own listed half. Off-plan, it is paid when the sale is registered in the Oqood system.AED 28,000

Oqood registration admin feeOqood portal fee of AED 1,000 plus knowledge and innovation fees, for registering the off-plan sale contract.AED 1,020

Estimated total to completeAED 729,020about £149K

Developers may add their own administration charge on off-plan sales. It is set by the developer, not the land department, so it is not included in this estimate: ask for it in writing before you reserve. Adjust the assumptions in the buying cost calculator.

Golden Visa. Homes here are priced below the AED 2 million threshold for the 10-year visa, though properties can be combined to reach it. Check eligibility

Location

In City of Arabia on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, within Dubailand, about seven minutes from Global Village. The developer gives about three minutes to a GEMS school and 17 minutes to Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport.

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GEMS school: 3 min
Global Village: 7 min
Dubai Outlet Mall: 15 min
Downtown Dubai: 17 min
Dubai International Airport: 17 min
Al Maktoum International Airport: 27 min

Approximate drive times in normal traffic.

About Dubailand

Large villa plots in landscaped, low-density communities
Direct access to Al Ain Road (E66)
About 20 minutes to Downtown Dubai from Sobha Elwood (Sobha)
Sobha Elwood: more than 10,000 trees and 47% open space on a 10 million sq ft site (Sobha)

Dubailand area guide

Amenities

Crystal lagoon on the podium
Infinity pool
Private pools
Kids' pool and splash pool
Surf and slide
Boardwalks around the lagoon
Viewing decks with lounges
Sunken seating
Indoor and outdoor cinema
Indoor and outdoor gym
Outdoor exercise area
Yoga area
Wellness hub
Jogging and sports track
Bike lane
Padel court
Multi-use games court
Mini golf
VR golf
Dog park
Outdoor kids' play area
BBQ and picnic areas
Vertical garden
Water features
Library lounge
Residents' AI app

Developer: One Development

A young UAE developer building AI-connected apartment towers: Laguna Residence in Dubailand, DO Hotels & Residences on Dubai Islands and ONE Residence on Al Reem Island.

Headquarters: Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE
Ownership: Privately held. The real estate arm of ONE International Holding, part of the Al Gebely family's AGH group.

One Development profile and track record

Adviser's view

What works

Prices from AED 700,000 for a new apartment about 17 minutes from Downtown Dubai, according to the developer.
A podium lagoon and more than 40 shared facilities, a level of amenity rare at this price in Dubailand.
Half the price is due on handover, so less of your money is tied up during construction.
Construction started within two months of launch, with handover due in the fourth quarter of 2027.
A wide unit mix, from studios to duplexes and Sky Homes, suits both rental and owner-occupier buyers.

What to weigh

One Development has not yet completed a UAE project, so there is no delivery record to judge.
Availability is unclear. Property Finder does not list the project and one portal calls it sold out, while the developer still markets it.
The 50% handover payment falls due in about a year. Arrange the mortgage or funds early.
Running a large podium lagoon has a cost. Ask for the expected service charge before you buy.
City of Arabia is still being built out around the towers, so expect construction nearby for some years.

Questions buyers ask

How much is an apartment at Laguna Residence?

One Development lists prices from AED 700,000. Studios measure about 400 to 510 sq ft, and the largest homes, the three-bedroom duplexes, run to 3,800 sq ft. Ask for the current price list, as prices change by floor and view.

When is Laguna Residence due for handover?

The developer gives the fourth quarter of 2027. Construction started in late 2024, 55 days after the October 2024 launch.

What is the payment plan at Laguna Residence?

Two 50/50 plans. The first is 20% on booking, six instalments of 5% during construction and 50% on handover. The second is 10% on booking, 10% after 45 days, the same six instalments and 50% on handover. Add the 4% Dubai Land Department fee and an AED 3,500 admin fee plus VAT.

Where is Laguna Residence?

In City of Arabia on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, inside Dubailand. Global Village is about seven minutes away, and Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport about 17 minutes, by the developer's estimates.

What is the lagoon at Laguna Residence?

A crystal lagoon with a beach edge on the roof of the podium between the two towers, surrounded by boardwalks, pools and viewing decks. The developer describes it as the largest lagoon on a podium in the UAE.

Is Laguna Residence sold out?

The developer reported that the first phase sold within 30 days of launch and still markets the project from AED 700,000. Property Finder does not list it among One Development's projects, so ask which units remain and compare them with resale listings.

Who is the developer of Laguna Residence?

Laguna Residence is being developed by One Development. About One Development: A young UAE developer building AI-connected apartment towers: Laguna Residence in Dubailand, DO Hotels & Residences on Dubai Islands and ONE Residence on Al Reem Island.

Can foreigners buy at Laguna Residence?

Yes. Dubailand is a designated area where buyers of any nationality can own freehold property, whether or not they live in the UAE. The purchase is registered with the DLD.

What fees are payable on top of the price at Laguna Residence?

The main cost is the DLD transfer fee (4%). On the entry price of AED 700,000 that comes to about AED 28,000, plus small administration charges. There is no stamp duty, no annual property tax and no tax on rental income for individuals in the UAE, though your home country may tax you. Our buying cost calculator itemises it.

Sources and verification

Facts on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026. Prices, availability and payment plans are set by the developer and can change without notice; treat them as a guide until you have a current offer in writing.

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Starting prices are the published figures from this page's sources, checked 13 November 2026.

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Studio apartments

50/50 with 20% down plan

Due on booking: AED 140,000
Paid before handover: AED 350,000 (50%)
Registration fees, estimate: AED 29,020
Total to complete: AED 729,020

Fees are the published registration charges. Developers usually collect them at or soon after booking and can add their own administration charge. Every stage