Zen Lagoons, Bukadra: Off-Plan Apartments at a Fixed AED 1.4M
Zen Lagoons is a residential apartment development by Zennova Realty, in Bukadra, southeast Dubai. Construction started in October 2025, with handover targeted for December 2028. The project delivers one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, all listed at AED 1,400,000.
Bukadra: What the Location Means in Practice
Bukadra occupies a position in the Nad Al Sheba corridor, east of Ras Al Khor. Mohammed Bin Zayed Road provides direct access to Downtown Dubai and Business Bay, both approximately 15 to 20 minutes by car. The district borders Al Quoz to the west and sits close to Meydan to the south. Dubai International Airport is roughly 20 minutes in the other direction, which matters for frequent travelers and residents who depend on air connectivity.
For residents, Bukadra offers a quieter residential setting than central Dubai while keeping the main employment hubs within practical commuting range. The area has no metro access nearby, so daily life here is road-dependent. For investors, the adjacency to Meydan and direct road connections to Business Bay and Downtown are the relevant location factors.
One Flat Price for All Bedroom Types
Every unit in Zen Lagoons carries the same listing price: AED 1,400,000, regardless of whether it is a one, two, or three-bedroom apartment. That is unusual in a project where unit size varies significantly. A buyer sizing up a one-bedroom for rental yield and a family comparing a three-bedroom are both looking at the same starting number. When bedroom count does not shift the price, buyers choosing between unit types are trading space for space, not space for budget.
At this price, the project sits in Dubai's mid-market off-plan range. The one-bedroom at AED 1.4M targets investors who want a defined capital commitment with straightforward management. The two and three-bedroom units at the same figure give families and owner-occupiers access to larger apartments at this entry ticket.
One, Two, and Three Bedrooms
The development covers three bedroom configurations. The one-bedroom is the clearest buy-to-let proposition: straightforward to rent and a simple exit if needed. The two-bedroom suits couples or families with one child who want a proper second room without the footprint of a three-bedroom. The three-bedroom at AED 1.4M makes the strongest family case: full space at the same entry price as the smaller units. The mix of three bedroom types at a single price point means the project's appeal spans investor, professional, and family buyer profiles without differentiating by budget.
What the Amenity Set Signals
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Wellness & Fitness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor & Green | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
Six amenities across four categories. The indoor swimming pool is the standout. An indoor facility stays functional year-round, including through Dubai's June-to-September heat, making it genuinely usable for residents rather than a feature that sits empty for months. The gymnasium covers the daily fitness baseline. On-site restaurants are the second notable feature: residents can dine within the building rather than depending on the surrounding street, which is a practical advantage in a primarily residential district. The children's play area and landscaped gardens signal the target resident clearly: this is a family-first project, with amenities built around daily home life rather than short stays.
December 2028: The Off-Plan Timeline
Construction on Zen Lagoons broke ground in October 2025. The expected handover is December 2028, giving buyers entering today approximately 26 to 30 months before completion. That covers the bulk of the build phase. Off-plan buyers entering now commit capital before delivery, paying installments across the construction period, then taking possession at handover. For someone intending to use the property as a primary residence, December 2028 sets the earliest move-in timeline.
Getting In for 20%
| Phase | Share |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 40% |
| Handover | 40% |
The 20% down payment secures the unit at entry. The 40% during-construction installment runs across the approximately 26-month build period, spreading payment steadily rather than concentrating it before handover. The remaining 40% is due at handover in December 2028, the largest individual payment in the schedule.