Empire Gardens: Studio to Three-Bedroom Apartments in Dubai Land from AED 650K
Empire Gardens is a residential apartment project developed by Empire Developments in the Dubai Land Residence Complex. The project spans studio through three-bedroom apartments in a single building. Construction started in April 2026. Handover targets December 2028.
A Suburban Address with City Connectivity
Dubai Land Residence Complex sits in the broader Dubai Land area, approximately 20 to 25 minutes by car from Downtown Dubai and the Dubai Mall. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road runs nearby, providing a direct connection to the city center, Business Bay, and Dubai International Airport. Academic City is within a few minutes' drive, adding a major education district to the area's immediate catchment. Together, these hubs mean the location serves multiple commute patterns rather than a single employment destination.
The district carries a distinctly suburban character. It is quieter and more spacious than inner-city Dubai neighborhoods. For families with children, that combination has clear appeal. Empire Gardens sits within the established Dubai Land Residence Complex community rather than as an isolated development, which means day-one access to community infrastructure. For commuters with regular office requirements in the city center, the 20 to 25 minute drive is the practical reality of this location.
What AED 650K to AED 2.6M Gets You
The price range runs from AED 649,999 at entry to AED 2,600,000 at the top. Four unit sizes account for that spread:
- Studio: from AED 649,999
- 1-bedroom: from AED 1,200,000
- 2-bedroom: from AED 1,750,000
- 3-bedroom: from AED 2,600,000
The spread means four distinct buyer profiles fit within the same community: the investor entering via a studio, the young professional or couple in a one-bedroom, the growing family in a two-bedroom, and the larger household in the three-bedroom. The studio at just under AED 650K sets the lowest entry point. The three-bedroom at AED 2.6M offers full family-scale accommodation in a suburban setting.
Facilities on Site
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness & Leisure | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool |
| Outdoor & Green | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
The indoor swimming pool is the standout in this list. Dubai's summer heat makes outdoor pools impractical for several months each year. An indoor facility removes that seasonal limitation entirely. On-site restaurants add practical convenience, which matters more in a suburban location where the nearest dining options may require a drive. The landscaped gardens and children's play area reinforce the family-oriented character of the project. The amenity set as a whole points to a development built for residents who plan to spend meaningful time at home and want reliable, year-round facilities.
Getting In for 20%
| Stage | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 36% |
| Handover | 44% |
The 20% down payment sits at the standard Dubai off-plan level. The 36% construction tranche spreads across the approximately 30-month build period. The defining feature of this payment structure is the 44% due at handover in December 2028.
The payment schedule places 44% at the single point of handover. Any mortgage financing must be arranged and confirmed before December 2028. The structure eases pressure during the build but concentrates the largest single commitment at delivery.
Two and a Half Years Until Keys
Construction started in April 2026 and completion targets December 2028, a build period of approximately 30 months.
For buyers entering now, the 36% construction tranche distributes payments across those 30 months. The 44% handover payment falls in late 2028. Rental income from the unit can begin from early 2029 at the earliest, once the building is handed over and ready for occupation.