Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour: Prices, Payment Plan and Buyer’s Guide

Oria is Emaar's collection of 163 one- to three-bedroom apartments next to the Creek Beach district of Dubai Creek Harbour, with park, canal and Downtown skyline views. Apartments range from 749 to 1,727 sq ft with prices from AED 1.7 million, a 3,600 sqm amenities podium and a payment plan running to July 2028.

Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour at a glance

Home type	Size from (sq ft)	Starting price
1 Bedroom Apartment	749	AED 1.7M
2 Bedroom Apartment	1,222	AED 2.7M
3 Bedroom Apartment	1,659	AED 3.7M

Handover is estimated for Q3 2028. Starting prices are the lowest listed for each type and vary with floor, view and phase.

About Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour is a waterfront masterplan on the banks of Dubai Creek developed by Emaar Properties together with Dubai Holding. It sits beside the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, so residents get creek, skyline and, in places, flamingo-habitat views, with Downtown Dubai close by.

The district is also planned to host Creek Tower, designed by Santiago Calatrava. It has been announced as a landmark taller than Burj Khalifa, but completion targets have moved before, so treat it as a possible long-term upside rather than a reason to pay a premium today. Market guides report that one-bedroom apartments in the area sold at an average of roughly AED 1.8 million in mid-2025; always compare against the current price list.

What stands out at Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour

• Park, canal and skyline views. Panoramic balconies over mangroves with Downtown in the distance.
• 163 apartments, 1–3 bedrooms. Panoramic balconies and modern design.
• 3,600 sqm amenities podium. Pools, gyms, multipurpose room, yoga garden, lawn and BBQ areas.

Amenities and lifestyle

Listed amenities include: Fitness Centre, Kids Play Area, Community Garden, Picnic Area, BBQ Areas, Communal Lawn, Kids' Pool, Lounges & Game Rooms, Metro Station Access, Multi-purpose Room, Swimming Pool, Yoga Zone.

Location and drive times

Destination	From Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary	about 5 min drive
Downtown Dubai	about 10 min drive
Dubai International Airport (DXB)	about 15 min drive
Al Maktoum International Airport	about 35 min drive

Times are developer estimates by car in normal traffic. Check them at your own commute hours.

Payment plan

The published plan (90/10) is:

• Down Payment: 10% — On booking (Feb 2024)
• 1st Instalment: 10% — Apr 2024
• 2nd Instalment: 10% — Sep 2024
• 3rd Instalment: 10% — Feb 2025
• 4th Instalment: 15% — Dec 2025 (est. 20% construction completion)
• 5th Instalment: 5% — Apr 2026 (est. 30% construction completion)
• 6th Instalment: 10% — Nov 2026 (est. 50% construction completion)
• 7th Instalment: 10% — May 2027 (est. 70% construction completion)
• 8th Instalment: 10% — Dec 2027 (est. 90% construction completion)
• 9th Instalment: 10% — Jul 2028 (est. 100% construction completion)

Dates are the developer’s estimates and several may already have passed. If you are buying a specific unit, ask the seller or sales team which instalments are already paid and what is still due.

Under construction: what to track

Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour is under construction with estimated handover Q3 2028. Track the construction-linked instalments against official progress, keep every payment receipt tied to the escrow account, and ask what happens if completion is delayed. Compare the current resale price with the launch price to see how the market has treated earlier buyers.

Who is Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour for?

• Investors and first-time buyers looking at the one-bedroom entry price and the rental market for smaller units.
• Families and upsizers considering the two- and three-bedroom layouts.
• Waterfront or skyline lovers who value the view and the surrounding community as much as the unit.

Golden Visa and residency

The UAE Golden Visa generally requires property worth at least AED 2 million. Larger units may reach that level, but how off-plan payments count towards that has changed recently and published sources disagree, so confirm the current rule with the Dubai Land Department or ICP before relying on it. See our Golden Visa guide.

Checklist before you reserve

1. Ask for the exact unit’s floor, orientation and a view study.
2. Request the current price list and a statement of instalments already due.
3. Get the estimated service charge per sq ft.
4. Confirm the escrow account and RERA project registration.
5. Budget for the 4% DLD fee and agency or admin fees on top of the price.
6. Check the contractual handover date and remedies for delay.

Compare with similar projects in Dubai Creek Harbour

• Aeon at Dubai Creek Harbour — from AED 1.71M, Q2 2028
• Silva at Dubai Creek Harbour — from AED 1.79M, Q3 2029
• Valo at Dubai Creek Harbour — from AED 1.79M, Q3 2028

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Next step: see current prices, floor plans and the full payment schedule on the Oria at Dubai Creek Harbour project page, or talk to our team about availability.

This guide is general information, not financial or legal advice. Prices, availability, payment dates and handover dates come from developer materials and market sources and change often: confirm everything against the current price list, the sales and purchase agreement and official Dubai Land Department (DLD) and RERA sources before you pay a deposit.