Metropoint by Forum Group: Apartments in Jebel Ali from AED 527K
Metropoint is a residential apartment project by Forum Group in Jebel Ali, Dubai. The project offers studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments in a single building. Construction started in October 2025, with handover expected in December 2027.
Jebel Ali: Employment-Led Demand at the Edge of Dubai
Jebel Ali sits at the southwestern edge of Dubai, adjacent to the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) and close to Al Maktoum International Airport. The Dubai Metro Red Line connects Jebel Ali station to the broader network, giving residents access to central Dubai without a car, though the journey to Downtown takes close to an hour. The Expo City district is also within a short drive.
JAFZA is a major UAE free zone covering logistics, manufacturing, and trade. Al Maktoum International Airport adds another significant employment hub nearby. The tenant profile at a project like Metropoint draws naturally from professionals working in these two locations. For an investor, that means occupancy is tied to industrial and logistics employment in this corridor rather than to tourism or short-term rental demand.
Jebel Ali's investment thesis differs from lifestyle-focused districts closer to the city core. The price range at Metropoint sits in the mid-market for Dubai apartments, and the project's primary draw is employment-driven demand rather than lifestyle or tourism appeal.
What AED 527K to AED 1.37M Gets You
The price range spans three unit sizes. At the entry point of AED 527,250, the studio at 336 sq ft is the most compact and cheapest option in absolute terms. The one-bedroom at 537 sq ft, starting at AED 712,500, offers more floor space and a better price-to-area ratio than the studio. The two-bedroom at 920 sq ft starts at AED 1,377,500, nearly double the studio price for almost three times the floor area.
Studios suit investors targeting the lowest absolute capital entry point. One-bedrooms offer the best floor space per dirham of the three types, making them the practical choice for investors who want more liveable space without stepping up to the two-bedroom price tier. The two-bedroom unit targets family buyers or investors comfortable with the higher capital commitment.
Amenities
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Wellness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Green Space | Landscaped Gardens |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Food & Beverage | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
The indoor pool is the standout facility on this list. Dubai's summer heat makes outdoor swimming impractical for several months, so indoor access has real year-round value for residents who use the pool regularly. Alongside the gymnasium, the wellness offering covers the core needs. On-site restaurants and a children's play area signal a project aimed at full-time residents rather than short-stay occupants. The overall package is functional and well-matched to the Jebel Ali price tier.
December 2027 Handover
Construction started October 2025. Completion is expected in December 2027, roughly 26 months from start to handover. That is a standard construction timeline for a residential tower of this scale.
For an off-plan buyer entering now, the project is already under construction. Handover is approximately 18 months away. That window matters for planning financing drawdowns and preparing a tenancy strategy ahead of keys being handed over.
Paying 50/50 Across Construction and Handover
| Phase | Payment |
|---|---|
| During construction | 50% |
| At handover | 50% |
The payment plan splits the purchase price equally: half during construction, half at handover. The full amount is settled by the time you take keys. There is no extended post-handover payment schedule, so buyers need their complete financing arranged before the handover date.
The 50% during-construction tranche is paid in staged instalments as building milestones are reached. This structure requires buyers to maintain liquidity through the construction period, which runs until late 2027.