Maldives
Phases 1-5
Turquoise lagoons, hammocks, and private beach access. 4-5BR townhouses and 6BR villas from AED 2.3M, lagoon-inspired living.
The Tropics at DAMAC Islands
The Tropics 3 at DAMAC Islands - Studio & 1BR Apartments, Q4 2030
Studio and one-bedroom apartments within Tropics 3 at DAMAC Islands, Dubailand. Part of 1,905 homes across Tropics 1, 3, and 5 with anticipated handover Q4 2030.
Confirmed Facts for The Tropics 3 at DAMAC Islands - Handover Q4 2030
| Field | Confirmed detail |
|---|---|
| Units | Part of 1,905 combined across Tropics 1, 3, and 5 |
| Unit mix | Unit breakdown confirmed with registered buyers. |
| Buildings | Part of 12 residential buildings across Tropics 1, 3, and 5 |
| Building structure | 2B+G+P+9F+RF |
| Property type | Residential Building |
| Developer | DAMAC Elite Investment Co. L.L.C |
| Construction status | Active / DLD-registered |
| Construction start | 30 July 2026 |
| Anticipated completion | 31 December 2030 |
| Handover | Q4 2030 |
| Sales status | Upcoming |
| Sold | 0% |
| DLD community | Al Yelayiss 1 |
| Sales start | 25 August 2026 |
| Amenities | Shared DAMAC Islands master community amenities. Cluster-specific amenities confirmed with registered buyers. |
| Payment plan | Not published |
Part of The Tropics at DAMAC Islands
Tropics 3 is one of three clusters (Tropics 1, 3, and 5) registered together with 1,905 combined studio and one-bedroom apartments across 12 residential buildings (2B+G+P+9F+RF). Anticipated completion is 31 December 2030 (Q4 2030). Per-cluster unit breakdown is confirmed with registered buyers.
The Tropics at DAMAC Islands: Six Apartment Clusters
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Pricing for The Tropics 3 is confirmed directly with registered buyers. Get in touch and we'll walk you through current availability and pricing for your preferred building and unit type.
Master Community
DAMAC Islands - The Master Community
DAMAC Islands is a 30-million-square-foot resort-style master community in Dubailand, organised around six island-inspired themes: Maldives, Bora Bora, Seychelles, Hawaii, Bali, and Fiji. The destination combines lagoon living, landscaped green cores, and a central amenity hub for a waterfront lifestyle in Al Yelayiss 1. The Tropics is the apartment component within this master community: 4,035 studio and one-bedroom homes across six clusters, separate from the 5,915 villas and townhouses community-wide. Construction progress for the wider master community was reported at about 14% complete (Bayut).
The Six Island Themes
These are the villa and townhouse clusters in the wider DAMAC Islands master community. The Tropics is the apartment component, sold separately.
Bora Bora
Phases 1-4
Island-style waterfront residences with landscaped garden views and waterfront access.
Seychelles
Phases 1-2
Beachfront ambiance and a tranquil setting. Beachfront-style townhouses from AED 2.3M, with Q2 2029 handover.
Hawaii
Tropical-inspired residences within the wider DAMAC Islands master community.
Bali
Phases 1-4
Serene landscapes with 4-5BR townhouses and 6BR villas from AED 2.4M. Most villa phases use a 75/25 payment plan (varies by cluster).
Fiji
Phases 1-2
Generous villas and townhouses with open-plan layouts and lagoon access.
Master Plan Zones
Lagoon Villas Zone
Waterfront homes with private pools and beach access
Townhouse Clusters
Family residences around green corridors and gardens
Green Core District
Jungle River, Iguanas Park, shaded nature trails
Central Hub
Aqua Dome, floating wedding deck, gourmet dining
Community Amenities
Confirmed amenities across the DAMAC Islands master community. Specific amenity access for Tropics residents is confirmed with registered buyers.
- Central Hub FountainWater, light and fire display
- Water PlatformsSocial hubs by day, gathering spots at night
- Paddling CanalsCanals through the community
- Lagoon Waterfalls
- Jungle River
- Aqua ParkSlides and splash zones
- Jungle SwingsAbove shimmering water
- Hot Spring Spa
- Wildlife ParkIguanas Park, Parrot and Wildlife Park, Tortoise Garden
- Minigolf Island
- Floating Yoga Decks
- Fitness Parks
- Calisthenics ParksOutdoor fitness areas
- Kayaking PlatformsFloating decks
- Zipline
- Hammock ZonesRelaxation areas
- Floating Wedding VenueBoat party deck
- Lagoon DiningLagoon-side dining and gourmet venues
- Fresh Market
Location and Connectivity
Roads
- Emirates Road (E611) - Direct access
- Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) - Direct access
Entertainment
- Global Village - 4.1 km
- IMG Worlds of Adventure - 5.9 km
- Dubai Miracle Garden - 6.3 km
- Dubai Outlet Mall - Approx 16 minutes drive
- Cityland Mall - Nearby
- The Ranches Souk - Nearby
Airports
- Al Maktoum International Airport - Approx 30 minutes
- Dubai International Airport (DXB) - Approx 35-40 minutes
Villa and townhouse context
DAMAC Islands master community - villa and townhouse market data
Figures below relate only to villas and townhouses in the wider DAMAC Islands master community. They are not prices for The Tropics studio and one-bedroom apartments.
- Villas listed for sale (resale)
- 280+
- Villa transactions (past 12 months, DLD)
- 599
- Average villa asking price
- AED 4.29M
- Average villa sale price (DLD)
- AED 3.14M
- 4BR average asking / sold
- AED 2.59M / AED 2.72M
- 5BR average asking / sold
- AED 3.79M / AED 3.97M
- Villa transaction price trend (DLD)
- +12%
- Typical villa phase payment plan
- 75/25 (varies by cluster)
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
About The Tropics
- What is The Tropics at DAMAC Islands?
- The Tropics at DAMAC Islands is a multi-building studio and one-bedroom apartment development within the wider DAMAC Islands master community in Dubailand, Dubai. It spans six clusters - Tropics 1 through 6 - with a combined total of 4,035 apartments across 24 buildings. It is developed by DAMAC Elite Investment Co. L.L.C. and is registered with the Dubai Land Department.
- How many apartments are there in The Tropics at DAMAC Islands?
- 4,035 apartments in total across six clusters: Tropics 2 has 869 units, Tropics 4 has 635 units, Tropics 6 has 626 units. Tropics 1, 3 and 5 together have 1,905 units. All counts are sourced from DLD registration data.
- What types of apartments are available in The Tropics?
- Studio apartments and one-bedroom apartments. Both types are available across all six clusters.
- Who is the developer of The Tropics?
- The Tropics is developed by DAMAC Elite Investment Co. L.L.C., the entity registered with the DLD for this project, under the wider DAMAC Properties group.
- Is The Tropics the same as DAMAC Islands?
- No. DAMAC Islands is the 30 million sq ft master community in Dubailand with 5,915 villas and townhouses across six island-themed clusters (Maldives, Bora Bora, Seychelles, Hawaii, Bali and Fiji). The Tropics is a separate apartment complex within this master community - 4,035 studio and one-bedroom homes across six Tropics clusters. The two are part of the same destination but are different products.
- Is The Tropics DLD-registered?
- Yes. All six Tropics clusters are registered with the Dubai Land Department. Tropics 2, 4 and 6 share one DLD registration and Tropics 1, 3 and 5 share another. Both are active.
Pricing and Payment Plan
- What is the price of a studio at The Tropics?
- Pricing for The Tropics studio and one-bedroom apartments is confirmed directly with registered buyers. Register your interest and your Tropics expert will be in touch with current pricing and availability.
- What is the payment plan for The Tropics?
- The payment plan for The Tropics is confirmed with registered buyers. Register to receive full payment plan details.
- Is there a post-handover payment plan for The Tropics?
- Payment plan terms are confirmed with registered buyers. Register for current details.
- Are prices different across the six Tropics clusters?
- Pricing and any cluster-specific differences are confirmed directly with registered buyers. Register and your Tropics expert will walk you through current availability across all six clusters.
- How does The Tropics pricing compare to DAMAC Islands villas?
- DAMAC Islands villas and townhouses are a completely different product to The Tropics apartments. Villas in the DAMAC Islands master community start from around AED 2.45M for 4-bedroom townhouses, with 6 and 7-bedroom villas reaching significantly higher. The Tropics is the studio and one-bedroom apartment component of the community, with its own pricing confirmed with registered buyers.
Handover and Construction
- When is the handover for The Tropics?
- Tropics 2, 4 and 6: 31 December 2028. Tropics 1, 3 and 5: 31 December 2030. Both are subject to change per standard DLD project timelines.
- When did construction start for The Tropics?
- Construction started on 30 July 2026 for all six Tropics clusters.
- What is the current construction status of The Tropics?
- The Tropics is actively under construction. The wider DAMAC Islands master community was approximately 14% complete as of mid-2026 (source: Bayut).
- Is The Tropics off-plan or ready?
- The Tropics is off-plan and under construction. Expected completion is 2028 for Tropics 2, 4 and 6, and 2030 for Tropics 1, 3 and 5.
- When did sales start for The Tropics?
- Sales for Tropics 2 began 31 August 2026. Sales dates for Tropics 4 and 6 are not yet set. Sales for Tropics 1, 3 and 5 began 25 August 2026.
Location
- Where exactly is The Tropics located?
- The Tropics is located in Al Yelayiss 1, within the DAMAC Islands master community in Dubailand, Dubai. It has direct access to Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311).
- How far is The Tropics from Global Village?
- Approximately 4.1 km, based on Propsearch.ae location data.
- How far is it from Dubai International Airport?
- Approximately 35 to 40 minutes by car.
- How far is it from Al Maktoum International Airport?
- Approximately 30 minutes by car.
- What are the closest schools to The Tropics?
- GEMS Metropole School Al Waha (1.8 km, British, approx AED 45,000 per year), Fairgreen International School (2.3 km, IB, approx AED 71,000 per year), Lycée Français International Mudon (2.9 km, French, approx AED 54,000 per year), and Dubai British School Mira (2.9 km, British, approx AED 55,000 per year). Fee estimates are sourced from Propsearch.ae and may vary.
- What is nearby for day-to-day living?
- The wider DAMAC Islands community includes a fresh market within the development. Nearby, residents have access to The Ranches Souk, Cityland Mall, Dubai Outlet Mall (approx 16 minutes), and a range of dining options. Mediclinic Parkview Hospital and NMC Royal Hospital DIP are approximately 20 minutes away.
- What entertainment is nearby?
- IMG Worlds of Adventure (5.9 km), Global Village (4.1 km), Dubai Miracle Garden (6.3 km), Arabian Ranches Golf Club (3.7 km), Trump International Golf Club (4.6 km), The Els Golf Club (8.7 km), Novo Cinema at IMG Worlds (5.9 km), and Cinepolis at Circle Mall (9.1 km).
- What communities are near The Tropics?
- The Sustainable City (2.1 km), Reem (2.6 km), Arabian Ranches 2 (2.7 km), Mudon (2.9 km), Town Square (3.4 km), Arabian Ranches (3.6 km), DAMAC Hills (4.6 km), and DAMAC Islands 2 adjacent to the community.
Amenities and Lifestyle
- What amenities are available at DAMAC Islands for Tropics residents?
- As part of the DAMAC Islands master community, Tropics residents have access to a central hub fountain, water platforms, paddling canals, lagoon waterfalls, a jungle river, an aqua park, jungle swings, a hot spring spa, a wildlife park, minigolf, floating yoga decks, fitness parks, calisthenics parks, kayaking platforms, a zipline, hammock zones, a floating wedding venue, lagoon-side dining and a fresh market. Amenity access terms are confirmed with registered buyers.
- Is there a swimming pool for Tropics residents?
- The DAMAC Islands community includes extensive water features and aquatic zones. Specific apartment-level pool and amenity access for The Tropics is confirmed with registered buyers.
- Is DAMAC Islands a gated community?
- The wider DAMAC Islands master community has controlled access. Specific security and access arrangements for The Tropics buildings are confirmed with registered buyers.
- Are there fitness facilities?
- The wider DAMAC Islands community includes fitness parks, calisthenics parks, floating yoga decks and outdoor sports zones. Specific gym or fitness access for Tropics residents is confirmed with registered buyers.
- Is there parking for Tropics apartments?
- Parking arrangements are confirmed with registered buyers.
- Can I short-term rent my apartment on Airbnb or holiday platforms?
- Short-term rental in Dubai requires a DTCM holiday home licence. This applies across Dubai communities. Confirm the specific building's licence terms with your registered buyers' contact.
Investment
- Is The Tropics a good investment?
- The Tropics is located within DAMAC Islands, one of Dubai's most high-profile master communities, in Dubailand with direct access to Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Studio and one-bedroom apartments in well-located Dubai communities are historically among the most liquid investment categories due to strong rental demand. This is factual context, not investment advice; confirm your investment decision with a licensed advisor.
- What is the rental yield for apartments in the area?
- Studio apartments in communities like DAMAC Hills in a similar location type have delivered rental yields of 7-9% (DAMAC data). The Tropics-specific expected yield is not yet available since the project is pre-completion. Consult a licensed UAE real estate advisor for investment projections.
- What is the resale market like at DAMAC Islands?
- The wider DAMAC Islands master community recorded 599 villa and townhouse transactions in the past 12 months with a +12% change in transaction prices (DLD data via Bayut). The Tropics apartments are a different product class and their secondary market will develop post-handover.
- Is The Tropics freehold?
- The Tropics at DAMAC Islands in Dubailand is a freehold development, open to purchase by UAE nationals, residents and international buyers. Confirm ownership terms for your specific unit with your registered buyers' contact.
- Does buying in The Tropics qualify for a UAE Golden Visa?
- The UAE Golden Visa requires a minimum property investment of AED 2M, owned outright (not mortgaged beyond a certain threshold). Studio and one-bedroom apartment pricing at The Tropics is confirmed with registered buyers. If the unit value meets the AED 2M threshold, Golden Visa eligibility may apply; confirm with a licensed UAE immigration advisor and the relevant authority.
Documents and Process
- How do I get the Tropics brochure?
- Register your interest and your Tropics expert will send you the confirmed brochure directly.
- How do I get the floor plans for The Tropics?
- Register your interest and your Tropics expert will share confirmed floor plans for your preferred cluster and unit type.
- How do I get the price list for The Tropics?
- Pricing is confirmed directly with registered buyers. Register via the form on this page.
- How do I get the payment plan for The Tropics?
- Payment plan details are confirmed directly with registered buyers. Register and your Tropics expert will walk you through the full schedule.
- What documents do I need to buy in The Tropics?
- Typically a passport (for international buyers) or Emirates ID plus passport (for UAE residents), and proof of funds or mortgage pre-approval. Your Tropics expert will confirm the full SPA requirements.
- What is the DLD registration fee in Dubai?
- Dubai Land Department charges a transfer fee of 4% of the property value, payable by the buyer, plus an AED 4,000 SPA registration fee. These are standard Dubai property purchase costs and apply to The Tropics as a DLD-registered project.
Choosing a Cluster
- What is the difference between Tropics 1, 3, 5 and Tropics 2, 4, 6?
- All six are studio and one-bedroom apartment clusters within DAMAC Islands, sharing the same building structure, community and unit types. The key difference is handover: Tropics 2, 4 and 6 are expected to complete by Q4 2028; Tropics 1, 3 and 5 by Q4 2030. The combined unit count for Tropics 1, 3 and 5 is 1,905.
- Which Tropics cluster should I choose?
- Each cluster offers the same unit types (studio and one-bedroom) within the same DAMAC Islands community. The choice may come down to handover timeline (2028 vs 2030), specific unit availability, floor preference, and pricing, all of which your Tropics expert can walk you through. Register to get current availability across all six clusters.
The Tropics at DAMAC Islands
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