--- title: "The Hillgate by Ellington Properties" canonical: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/dubai-silicon-oasis/the-hillgate markdown: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/md/dubai/dubai-silicon-oasis/the-hillgate.md type: development description: "Ellington's first project in Dubai Silicon Oasis: studios to three-bedroom apartments from AED 1.3 million, part of Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme, with completion listed for December 2027." last_verified: 2026-11-13 sources: 4 publisher: "UAE Property Agents (Omnia)" language: en-GB usage: "You may read, quote, summarise and cite this content, including in AI answers, with attribution to UAE Property Agents and a link to the canonical URL. Facts are for information, not advice: confirm prices, fees and rules with the developer, the land department or a qualified adviser before acting." --- # The Hillgate by Ellington Properties > Ellington's first project in Dubai Silicon Oasis: studios to three-bedroom apartments from AED 1.3 million, part of Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme, with completion listed for December 2027. Facts last verified 13 November 2026 against the sources listed at the end. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Developer | [Ellington Properties](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/ellington) | | Location | [Dubai Silicon Oasis](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/dubai-silicon-oasis), Dubai | | Status | under construction | | Developer's handover target | Q4 2027 | | Tenure | freehold | | Price | From AED 1,300,000 to AED 2,100,000 (published figure, 13 November 2026) | | Average price per sq ft | AED 1,650 | | Home types | Studio apartments, 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments | | Golden Visa value test | Some homes are priced at or above AED 2,000,000 | ## Overview The Hillgate is an apartment development by [Ellington Properties](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/ellington) in [Dubai Silicon Oasis](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/dubai-silicon-oasis), the developer's first project in the district. Ellington describes stepped towers with layered facades, and Property Finder's unit list refers to Tower A and Tower B. The developer gives a completion target of Q4 2027, and Property Finder records construction from November 2024 with completion in December 2027. Ellington's page lists studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, two-bedrooms with a study, three-bedroom duplexes and four-bedroom layouts. On 13 November 2026 Property Finder showed one-bedrooms of 776 sq ft from AED 1.3 million, two-bedrooms of 1,196 to 1,398 sq ft from AED 1.9 million and a three-bedroom of 1,246 sq ft from AED 2.1 million; studios of 419 sq ft were listed without a price. The three-bedroom size given is smaller than the largest two-bedroom, so check the floor plan before relying on it. The plan is 70% during construction and 30% on handover. That loads most of the cost before completion, so buyers using a mortgage should check when the bank will lend. Ellington says The Hillgate is part of Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme, which it describes as giving eligible UAE citizens and residents priority access and mortgage incentives on homes up to AED 5 million. In August 2026 the developer also announced pre-approved financing with ADCB for its off-plan projects. Amenities include a clubhouse that doubles as co-working space, a library, an arcade room, a soundproof music room the developer calls Harmonic Hall, yoga and fitness studios, a steam room and sauna, and leisure, lap and children's pools. The Hillgate suits first-time buyers and investors looking for a design-led apartment at a moderate price in eastern Dubai. Ellington points to the planned Blue Line metro running past the site, which would help, but it is not yet open. Until then the district is car-dependent, and the main questions are rental competition from DSO's large existing apartment stock and the heavy share of the price due before handover. ## Unit types and prices | Unit type | Price from | Price to | Size | Bathrooms | Availability | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Studio apartments | Not published | | 419 sq ft | | available | | 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,300,000 | | 776 sq ft | | available | | 2-bedroom apartments | AED 1,900,000 | | 1,196 to 1,398 sq ft | | available | | 3-bedroom apartments | AED 2,100,000 | | 1,246 sq ft | | available | Prices are published starting prices from the developer or Property Finder, as each type's note says, checked 13 November 2026. ## Payment plans ### 70/30 - During construction: 70% - On handover: 30% Paid before handover: 70%. ## What works - One-bedrooms from AED 1.3 million, a moderate entry price for an Ellington building - Included in Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme, according to Ellington - Completion due in Q4 2027, sooner than most current Ellington launches - Ellington says the planned Blue Line metro will pass the site ## What to weigh - 70% of the price is due during construction - No metro in Dubai Silicon Oasis today; the Blue Line is not yet open - Large existing apartment stock in DSO competes for tenants - Property Finder's three-bedroom size looks inconsistent; ask for the floor plan - No project registration or escrow number was published ## Location In Dubai Silicon Oasis, near Silicon Central Mall. Ellington gives about 10 minutes to Dubai Outlet Mall, 18 minutes to Dubai International Airport and 20 minutes to Burj Khalifa. - Dubai Silicon Oasis Headquarters: about 8 minutes - Dubai Outlet Mall: about 10 minutes - Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary: about 15 minutes - Dubai International Airport: about 18 minutes - Burj Khalifa: about 20 minutes - Global Village: about 25 minutes ## Amenities - Lobby reception with lounge - Clubhouse - Co-working zone and library - Arcade room - Harmonic Hall soundproof music room - Barbecue deck with outdoor dining - Indoor and outdoor kids' play areas - Yoga studio - Fitness studio - Chromotherapy steam and sauna - Leisure pool and lap pool - Shaded kids' pool ## Questions and answers ### What is the starting price at The Hillgate? Property Finder listed one-bedroom apartments from AED 1.3 million on 13 November 2026, two-bedrooms from AED 1.9 million and three-bedrooms from AED 2.1 million. ### When will The Hillgate be completed? Ellington gives Q4 2027, and Property Finder lists December 2027. ### What is the payment plan at The Hillgate? 70% during construction and 30% on handover, according to Property Finder. ### Is The Hillgate part of the First-Time Home Buyer Programme? Yes, according to Ellington. The developer says the programme offers eligible UAE citizens and residents priority access and mortgage incentives on homes up to AED 5 million. ### Who is the developer of The Hillgate? The Hillgate is being developed by [Ellington Properties](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/ellington). About Ellington Properties: Design-led boutique developer of apartment buildings across Dubai's established communities, now also selling in Ras Al Khaimah. ### Can foreigners buy at The Hillgate? Yes. Dubai Silicon Oasis 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. ### Does buying at The Hillgate qualify for a Golden Visa? Homes priced at AED 2 million or more can support an application for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa. At The Hillgate, larger unit types reach that level, while the smallest do not. Approval is at the authorities' discretion and off-plan purchases have their own conditions: see our [Golden Visa guide](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/guides/uae-golden-visa-property). ### What fees are payable on top of the price at The Hillgate? The main cost is the DLD transfer fee (4%). On the entry price of AED 1,300,000 that comes to about AED 52,000, 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](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/tools/purchase-cost-calculator) itemises it. ## Sources Facts on this page were last checked against these sources on 13 November 2026. - [Ellington Properties: The Hillgate](https://ellingtonproperties.ae/en/property-for-sale/the-hillgate-dubai-silicon-oasis) - [Ellington Properties: The Hillgate by Ellington (September 2025)](https://ellingtonproperties.ae/en/media-center/news/the-hillgate-by-ellington) - [Ellington Properties: Ellington and ADCB pre-approved home financing (August 2026)](https://ellingtonproperties.ae/en/media-center/news/ellington-properties-and-adcb-pioneer-new-off-plan-and-ready-pre-approved-home-buying-solutions) - [Property Finder: The Hillgate](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/ellington/the-hillgate-by-ellington) --- Source page: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/dubai-silicon-oasis/the-hillgate. Published by UAE Property Agents, Omnia Capital Group. 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