--- title: "Sobha AquaCrest by Sobha Realty" canonical: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/umm-al-quwain/downtown-uaq/sobha-aquacrest markdown: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/md/umm-al-quwain/downtown-uaq/sobha-aquacrest.md type: development description: "One- and two-bedroom waterfront apartments by Sobha in Umm Al Quwain, launched in October 2025. Property Finder lists developer stock from AED 1.17 million on a 60/40 plan, with completion in June 2029." last_verified: 2026-11-13 sources: 3 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." --- # Sobha AquaCrest by Sobha Realty > One- and two-bedroom waterfront apartments by Sobha in Umm Al Quwain, launched in October 2025. Property Finder lists developer stock from AED 1.17 million on a 60/40 plan, with completion in June 2029. Facts last verified 13 November 2026 against the sources listed at the end. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Developer | [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty) | | Location | [Downtown UAQ](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/umm-al-quwain/downtown-uaq), Umm Al Quwain | | Status | under construction | | Developer's handover target | Q2 2029 | | Sales launched | 2025-10 | | Tenure | freehold | | Price | From AED 1,170,000 to AED 1,700,000 (published figure, 13 November 2026) | | Average price per sq ft | AED 2,019 | | Home types | 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments | | Buildings | 1 | | Golden Visa value test | All published prices are below AED 2,000,000 | ## Overview Sobha AquaCrest is an apartment building that [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty) launched in October 2025 as part of its [Downtown UAQ](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/umm-al-quwain/downtown-uaq) masterplan on the Umm Al Quwain coast. MEED reported the launch on 23 October 2025, describing one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and duplexes with completion in 2029. It is the second residential release in the district after Sobha Aquamont. Property Finder lists the building among Sobha's projects with developer stock and shows a narrower current offer: one-bedroom flats of 569 to 744 sq ft from AED 1.17 million and two-bedroom flats of 858 to 1,238 sq ft from about AED 1.7 million. It does not show the three-bedroom homes or duplexes that MEED mentioned, so ask Sobha whether any remain. At the entry price the smallest one-bedroom works out at a little over AED 2,000 per sq ft. The plan on Property Finder is 60% during construction and 40% on handover, with completion in June 2029 and construction recorded from 26 October 2025. Property Finder places the building in Umm Al Quwain Marina; MEED places it within the Downtown UAQ masterplan. We found no page for AquaCrest on Sobha's own website on 12 November 2026, so confirm the exact plot, the price list and the deposit before reserving. AquaCrest suits a buyer who wants a new sea-facing flat at well below Dubai prices, either as a holiday home or a long-term hold. Listed facilities include a pool and children's pool, a fitness centre, a jogging track, landscaped parks and a small retail parade. The risks are those of an early district in a small market. Umm Al Quwain's resale and rental markets are thin, most of Downtown UAQ is still a plan, and we could not verify the emirate's off-plan escrow and registration rules from an official source. Ask Sobha for the project registration and escrow account in writing. ## Unit types and prices | Unit type | Price from | Price to | Size | Bathrooms | Availability | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,170,000 | | 569 to 744 sq ft | | available | | 2-bedroom apartments | AED 1,700,000 | | 858 to 1,238 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 ### 60/40 - During construction: 60% - On handover: 40% (Q2 2029 (Property Finder)) Paid before handover: 60%. As listed by Property Finder, which does not split out the booking deposit. ## What works - Entry price of about AED 1.17 million for a new Sobha apartment, with sizes from 569 sq ft - Listed by Property Finder among Sobha's projects with developer stock - Waterfront setting in a coastal district planned by Sobha, with completion listed for mid 2029 - No post-handover instalments: 40% is due on completion ## What to weigh - No page for the building was found on Sobha's own website, so details rest on Property Finder and press reports - Sources differ on the location (Umm Al Quwain Marina against Downtown UAQ) and on the unit mix - Umm Al Quwain's resale and rental markets are small and largely untested for new towers - Off-plan escrow and registration rules in Umm Al Quwain could not be verified from an official source - Three-bedroom homes and duplexes mentioned at launch are not shown on Property Finder's current listing ## Location On the Umm Al Quwain coast, in or beside Sobha's Downtown UAQ district; Property Finder places it in Umm Al Quwain Marina. Confirm the exact plot with Sobha. ## Amenities - Swimming pool and children's pool - Fitness centre - Children's play area - Jogging track - Landscaped parks and green spaces - Retail outlets ## Questions and answers ### What is the starting price at Sobha AquaCrest? Property Finder lists one-bedroom apartments from AED 1.17 million and two-bedroom apartments from about AED 1.7 million, checked on 13 November 2026. ### When was AquaCrest launched and when will it be completed? MEED reported the launch on 23 October 2025 with completion in 2029. Property Finder lists expected completion in June 2029. ### What is the payment plan at Sobha AquaCrest? Property Finder lists 60% during construction and 40% on handover. Ask Sobha how much is due as the booking deposit. ### What apartment sizes are available? Property Finder lists one-bedroom apartments of 569 to 744 sq ft and two-bedroom apartments of 858 to 1,238 sq ft. ### Who is the developer of Sobha AquaCrest? Sobha AquaCrest is being developed by [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty). About Sobha Realty: Private luxury developer that designs, manufactures and builds in-house; best known for Sobha Hartland in Dubai, now also in Abu Dhabi and Umm Al Quwain. ### Can foreigners buy at Sobha AquaCrest? Yes. Downtown UAQ 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 UAQ Urban Planning. ### Does buying at Sobha AquaCrest qualify for a Golden Visa? Not on its own at current prices: the 10-year Golden Visa needs property worth AED 2 million or more, and homes here start from AED 1.17M. Two or more properties can be combined to reach the threshold. See our [Golden Visa guide](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/guides/uae-golden-visa-property). ### What fees are payable on top of the price at Sobha AquaCrest? The main cost is the registration fee (indicative 2%). On the entry price of AED 1,170,000 that comes to about AED 23,400, 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. - [Property Finder: AquaCrest](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/sobha-realty/aquacrest) - [Property Finder: Sobha Realty projects with developer stock](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/dev/sobha-realty) - [MEED: Sobha announces new project launches in the UAE (23 October 2025)](https://guest.meed.com/sobha-announces-new-project-launches-in-the-uae/) --- Source page: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/umm-al-quwain/downtown-uaq/sobha-aquacrest. 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