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DLD-registered sales in LAYA Heights
| Date | Building | Size | Price | AED/sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Jul 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 742 sq ft | AED 940K | 1,266 |
| 19 Jun 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 383 sq ft | AED 565K | 1,477 |
| 14 May 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 603 sq ft | AED 1.1M | 1,823 |
| 14 May 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 379 sq ft | AED 660K | 1,742 |
| 14 Apr 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 383 sq ft | AED 610K | 1,593 |
| 8 Apr 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 409 sq ft | AED 675K | 1,652 |
| 17 Mar 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 408 sq ft | AED 650K | 1,591 |
| 16 Mar 2026 | LAYA HEIGHTS | 377 sq ft | AED 672K | 1,781 |
DLD sales transactions · LAYA Heights · Mar 2026 – Jul 2026
Area trend for Dubai Studio City
| Dec 2025 | AED 1,474/sq ft |
|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | AED 1,542/sq ft |
| Feb 2026 | AED 1,548/sq ft |
| Mar 2026 | AED 1,579/sq ft |
| Apr 2026 | AED 1,620/sq ft |
| May 2026 | AED 1,557/sq ft |
| Jun 2026 | AED 1,533/sq ft |
| Jul 2026 | AED 1,518/sq ft |
DLD sales transactions · Dubai Studio City · monthly medians · Dec 2025 – Jul 2026
Dubai Studio City
LAYA Heights is a completed residential development by Akshara Global Development in Dubai Studio City, offering 396 units across studios, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, four-bedroom villas, and retail space. The project's most remarkable attribute is its post-handover payment plan: buyers pay just 25% before and at handover, with the remaining 75% spread over a post-handover period — making LAYA Heights one of the most financially accessible completed residential developments in Dubai, combining ready-to-occupy quality with near-zero upfront capital commitment.
| Feature | Detail | |---|---| | Project | LAYA Heights | | Developer | Akshara Global Development | | Location | Dubai Studio City | | Status | Ready — Q1 2024 | | Total Units | 396 | | Unit Types | Studio, 1BR, 2BR, 3BR, 4BR Villa, Retail | | Payment | 10% First / 15% Handover / 75% Post-Handover |
LAYA Heights' payment plan is extraordinary — one of the most buyer-friendly structures in the current Dubai market for a completed, ready-to-occupy development:
| Milestone | Percentage | |---|---| | First Installment | 10% | | On Handover | 15% | | Post-Handover (Installments) | 75% |
Why This Changes the Investment Equation:
Standard completed property purchases require full payment at closing — 100% within 30–90 days of agreement. LAYA Heights inverts this model, requiring only 25% at commitment and spreading the remaining 75% across a post-handover installment schedule.
For owner-occupiers: Move into a completed Dubai apartment having paid just 25% of the purchase price. Continue paying the remaining 75% in manageable installments while living in the property — functionally equivalent to a mortgage without interest, directly from the developer.
Dubai Studio City is a specialized free zone and residential community in the heart of Dubai's media and entertainment corridor. Positioned between Motor City and Arjan, Dubai Studio City forms part of the connected cluster of themed communities adjacent to Dubai Media City, Dubai Internet City, and Dubai Film and TV Commission facilities.
Why Dubai Studio City Has Investment Relevance:
Media and Entertainment Employment: The proximity to Dubai's media production cluster — TV studios, film commission offices, advertising agencies, and content creation companies — creates a specific, professional tenant demand for residential accommodation within or adjacent to the zone.
Motor City and Arjan Adjacency: LAYA Heights benefits from proximity to Motor City (a well-established villa and apartment community with a strong retail corridor) and Arjan (an emerging mid-market community with growing amenity infrastructure), providing lifestyle depth beyond Dubai Studio City's own footprint.
UAE Motor Speedway: Motor City's Dubai Autodrome — a FIA-certified motor racing circuit — is minutes away, providing a distinctive leisure destination for motorsport enthusiasts.
Growth Trajectory: As Dubai's media industry expands and the zone matures, Dubai Studio City's residential property values are increasingly supported by genuine employment-driven demand rather than speculative buying.
With 396 units, LAYA Heights is a medium-scale community building — large enough for diverse amenity provision and community character, while retaining a more personal scale than the massive towers that dominate some Dubai communities.
Studios serve single professionals, part-time Dubai residents, and yield-focused investors.
1-Bedroom Apartments: The primary product for couples and young professionals in the creative and media industries.
2-Bedroom Apartments: Suitable for families and professionals needing a dedicated workspace. 2BR units provide more space per dirham than comparable units in Dubai Marina or Downtown.
3-Bedroom Apartments: Family-scale accommodation within a creative-quarter address. 3BR units attract longer-tenure family tenants, improving occupancy stability.
4-Bedroom Villas: The signature product — private villa configuration within the LAYA Heights community framework. Four-bedroom villas are rare in mid-price Dubai Studio City development, serving families who want villa-scale living within the community without relocating to a villa district.
Retail Space: Ground-floor commercial activation providing resident daily services within the building.
| Amenity | Detail | |---|---| | Swimming Pool | Community pool for resident leisure and fitness | | Gymnasium | Fully equipped fitness centre | | Kids Play Area | Dedicated outdoor play zone for families | | 24/7 Security | Manned security with access control | | Parking | Dedicated resident parking bays |
The wider Dubai Studio City and Motor City ecosystem provides additional lifestyle infrastructure: retail centres, restaurants, the Dubai Autodrome, parks, and the connecting Green Community (Motor City) garden landscape.
| Destination | Approx. Drive Time | |---|---| | Dubai Media City | 15–20 minutes | | Dubai Marina / JBR | 20–25 minutes | | Mall of the Emirates | 15–20 minutes | | Dubai Hills Mall | 20–25 minutes | | DIFC / Downtown Dubai | 25–30 minutes | | Dubai International Airport | 30–35 minutes | | Al Maktoum International Airport | 25–30 minutes | | Expo City Dubai | 20–25 minutes |
Ready Asset with 75% Post-Handover: The combination of a completed, inspectable, Q1 2024-delivered building with a 75% post-handover payment plan is almost without precedent in Dubai's market. This structure allows maximum due diligence (inspect before committing) combined with minimum upfront capital.
Gross Yield on Studios:
Akshara Global Development Delivery Confirmation: The Q1 2024 completion is confirmed — no construction risk. Buyers assess a finished product, not architectural visualisations.
Dubai Studio City Market Fundamentals: As the media and creative sector's Dubai presence matures, Dubai Studio City's residential demand base grows more stable and professional — supporting long-term occupancy rather than the speculative vacancy cycles that affect some Dubai sub-markets.
Contact AiGents Realty for current LAYA Heights unit availability, villa specifications, post-handover plan details, and a comprehensive investment model.
Images supplied by the developer may be renders and can differ from the finished unit. Floor plans are indicative.
LAYA Heights by Akshara Global Development in Dubai Studio City starts from AED 599,000. Prices vary based on unit type, floor, and view. Contact our team for detailed pricing across all available layouts and current promotional offers.
LAYA Heights offers a 10% First Installment payment structure. Typical plans include an initial booking deposit, installments during construction, and final payment on handover. Our consultants can explain the specific payment schedule and help you plan your investment.
LAYA Heights is scheduled for completion in Q1 2024. The project is ready for immediate occupancy.
LAYA Heights by Akshara Global Development in Dubai Studio City offers strong investment potential. Dubai Studio City is one of Dubai's sought-after locations with consistent demand from both residents and investors. The project's location, developer reputation, and payment plan make it attractive for both end-users and investors seeking rental yields or capital appreciation.
LAYA Heights is developed by Akshara Global Development, an established property developer in Dubai's real estate market. All developers in Dubai are regulated by RERA to ensure buyer protection.
LAYA Heights offers world-class amenities including Swimming Pool, Gym, Kids Play Area, 24/7 Security, Parking. These amenities are designed to provide residents with a premium lifestyle experience.