BuildingDowntown Dubai · Ellington Properties Development · 2020

DT 1 Downtown

Studios to four-beds in Downtown Dubai. 2 apartments sold in the last 12 months; every sale, rent and unit is below.

Last 12 monthsUpdated 20 April 2026
Typical price per sqftAED 2,4472 sales
Typical saleAED 4.2M2 sales
Typical rentAED 102K /yrAED 168 per sqft
Typical yield6.9%AED 17.30/sqft charge

About DT 1 Downtown

DT1 is a contemporary residential tower in Downtown Dubai, positioned just off Burj Khalifa Street amid the district’s flagship landmarks and boulevard lifestyle. Completed in 2021, the 17‑storey building offers a boutique scale within one of the city’s most central urban neighborhoods. Homes include studios, 1, 2 and 3‑bed apartments as well as a limited collection of 4‑bed penthouses. Residences are designed with a modern aesthetic, typically featuring open‑plan layouts, quality kitchens and bathrooms, and large windows to maximize natural light and city views. Many units have balconies, and the overall build quality and finishes align with the premium standards associated with this part of Downtown. Lifestyle amenities are a key draw. DT1 provides covered parking, high‑speed lifts, 24‑hour security and concierge. Wellness and leisure facilities include a well‑equipped gym, a lap pool and a separate leisure pool, along with landscaped outdoor areas for relaxation. Residents also benefit from a club lounge and curated art spaces within the building. At podium level, select retail adds everyday convenience, including dining. Connectivity is straightforward. Sheikh Zayed Road is a short drive away for citywide access, while nearby bus stops and the Business Bay Metro Station provide public transport options. The Dubai Mall, the Dubai Fountain, Dubai Opera and the Burj Khalifa are within easy reach, supporting a walkable, urban lifestyle with plentiful cafés, restaurants and entertainment. Daily needs such as supermarkets, clinics and fitness studios are available around the wider Downtown area, and major business districts are accessible within minutes by car. With 131 residential units in total, DT1 combines a central Downtown address with considered amenities and a low‑rise, design‑forward profile compared to many towers in the vicinity, appealing to those seeking modern city living in a well‑connected setting.

130 apartments over 16 floors: 26 studios of 268 to 1,131 sqft, 36 one-beds of 993 to 1,036 sqft, 51 two-beds of 1,527 to 4,150 sqft, 15 three-beds of 89 to 6,091 sqft and 1 four-bed of 5,622 sqft. The service charge is AED 17.30 per sqft a year.

2 apartments sold in the 12 months to April 2026, at a median of AED 2,447 per sqft. 10 rental contracts were registered over the same 12 months, at a typical AED 102,000 a year.

Developer
Ellington Properties Development
Completed
2020
Floors
16
Units
130
Unit types
Studio to 4-bed

Downtown Dubai, Dubai

Average prices in DT 1 Downtown

In DT 1 Downtown, typical sale prices over the last 12 months were around AED 14,000 for studios and AED 4,200,000 for two-beds.

Last 12 months of DLD sales, median per type. Each type links to its own page with every unit and its history.

Price history in DT 1 Downtown

2,2002,4002,600May 2026Nov 20262025-11-11: AED 2,447, 2-bed, 1,716 sqft2026-01-05: AED 25, Studio, 536 sqft (outlier)

Every registered sale in the last 12 months; the dashed line is the trend, grey dots are flagged outliers left out of it.

Transaction history in DT 1 Downtown

  • CompletedStudio · 535 sqft 05 Jan 2026AED 13,91126 /sqft
  • Completed1,716 sqft 11 Nov 2025AED 4,200,0002,447 /sqft
  • CompletedStudio · 535 sqft 04 Jul 2025AED 22,15741 /sqft
  • Completed2-bed · 3,391 sqft 02 Jul 2025AED 4,961,8301,463 /sqft
  • Completed2-bed · 1,716 sqft 02 Jul 2025AED 2,495,0401,454 /sqft
  • Completed3-bed · 2,536 sqft 26 Jun 2025AED 4,417,7851,742 /sqft
  • Completed2-bed · 1,706 sqft 26 Jun 2025AED 2,436,9391,428 /sqft
  • Completed1-bed · 1,036 sqft 18 Jun 2025AED 2,600,0002,510 /sqft
  • Completed3-bed · 2,536 sqft 12 Jun 2025AED 5,000,0001,971 /sqft
  • CompletedStudio · 535 sqft 03 Jun 2025AED 1,365,0002,549 /sqft

Over the last 12 months, DT 1 Downtown has recorded 2 apartment sales. Typical homes sold for around AED 4.2M (about AED 2,447 per sqft) with a median size of 1,716 sqft; most were studios.

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Units in DT 1 Downtown

130 units
  • Unit 301Studio · 776 sqftSold AED 1.32M, Jun 2021
  • Unit 3022-bed · 2,332 sqftSold AED 4.02M, Jun 2021
  • Unit 3032-bed · 3,776 sqftSold AED 3.64M, Dec 2019
  • Unit 304Studio · 1,131 sqftSold AED 1.92M, Jun 2021
  • Unit 3053-bed · 6,091 sqftSold AED 5.44M, Dec 2019
  • Unit 3062-bed · 3,392 sqftSold AED 4.96M, Jul 2025
  • Unit 3072-bed · 4,150 sqftSold AED 4.03M, Dec 2019
  • Unit 401Studio · 536 sqftSold AED 1.1M, Dec 2021
  • Unit 4022-bed · 1,527 sqftSold AED 3.06M, Jul 2023
  • Unit 4031-bed · 1,036 sqftSold AED 1.87M, Aug 2018
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Every unit in DT 1 Downtown, by number

By type: studios (26), one-beds (36), two-beds (51), three-beds (15), four-beds (1).

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DT 1 Downtown in numbers

  • Across 2 DLD sales in the 12 months to April 2026, the median price in DT 1 Downtown was AED 2,447 per sqft and the typical home sold for about AED 4.2M.
  • Completed in 2020 by Ellington Properties Development ; 16 floors of studios to four-beds; service charge AED 17.30 per sqft a year.
  • A studio of 268 to 1,131 sqft rents for AED 90,000 to 104,202 a year on the 6 contracts registered in the last 12 months.
  • Gross rental yield 6.9%: the median rent per sqft over the median sale price per sqft, before service charges.

Source: Dubai Land Department. Updated 20 April 2026.

Questions

How much does a studio in DT 1 Downtown cost?

1 studio sold in the 12 months to April 2026; the median was AED 13,911, or AED 25 per sqft.

How much is a studio for rent in DT 1 Downtown?

About AED 99,000 a year: that is the median of the 6 contracts for studios registered with Ejari in the 12 months to April 2026, from AED 90,000 to 104,202.

What is the rental yield in DT 1 Downtown?

About 6.9% gross across the building, before service charges: the median rent per sqft over the median sale price per sqft in the last 12 months.

What is the service charge in DT 1 Downtown?

AED 17.30 per sqft a year. For a typical 1,716 sqft home that is about AED 29,700 a year.

Who built DT 1 Downtown and when?

Ellington Properties Development ; completed in 2020; 16 floors; 130 apartments.

How many apartments are there in DT 1 Downtown?

130, studios to four-beds. Each has its own page with its full sales and rental history.

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