Buying Off-Plan Property in Dubai

Secure tomorrow’s home or investment—today.

Buying off-plan property in Dubai means purchasing a home or apartment that is under construction—or not yet built. It's one of the most popular ways to invest in Dubai real estate, especially for Canadians and Americans looking for flexible payment plans, brand-new properties, and lower entry prices than ready homes.

At Gate District, we help North American buyers make smart, secure decisions—guiding you from the first deposit to final handover.

WHY BUY OFF-PLAN WITH GATE DISTRICT?

Access to exclusive off-plan launches and developer offers
Honest advice on developer reputation and project timelines
Full guidance through reservation, SPA, construction, and handover
No hidden fees—we’re paid directly by the developer
Specialized support for Canadian and American buyers

READY TO EXPLORE OFF-PLAN PROPERTY IN DUBAI?

We’ll help you find the best projects, compare payment plans, and protect your investment every step of the way.

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CHOOSE A TRUSTED DUBAI DEVELOPER

We work only with Dubai’s top-rated developers, including:
Emaar, Meraas, Nakheel, Damac

We help you assess:

Track record and on-time delivery
Escrow account protection
Payment plans and legal structure

Tip: Make sure all payments are made to a government-approved escrow account. This protects your money if the project faces delays or cancellations.

REVIEW PAYMENT PLANS

Dubai developers offer flexible structures such as:

10/90 (10% upfront, 90% during/after construction)
60/40, 1% monthly, or post-handover plans

We help you compare options to match your goals—whether you’re buying for investment, rental income, or future relocation.

RESERVE YOUR UNIT

Once you’ve selected your off-plan property:

Fill out a reservation form
Pay a 10–15% deposit (non-refundable)

We secure your preferred unit and manage the full reservation process on your behalf.

SIGN THE SALE & PURCHASE AGREEMENT - SPA

This legally binding contract includes:

Full property details
Payment milestones
Delivery timeline
Buyer protections

We’ll review the SPA with you—or connect you with legal support to ensure everything is clear and in your favor. You’ll also register the purchase with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) through the Oqood system.

MAKE INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS

Based on your plan, you'll make payments via post-dated cheques or bank transfers. We’ll help you stay on track, and you can monitor progress via DLD’s official project tracking system.

SNAGGING & HANDOVER

Before getting the keys, you’ll do a snagging inspection to ensure the property is delivered as promised. We can arrange a professional inspection team to handle this for you.

Once final payments are made, you receive the keys—and you can either move in, rent it out, or list it for resale.

Final step: register your property with the Dubai Land Department and receive your official Title Deed.

Government fees: 4% DLD transfer fee (same as ready properties)
If you’re buying without a mortgage, the process is faster and simpler