Gallery
Imagery courtesy of DAMAC Properties.
The project
About Upper Crest
Upper Crest is a 44-storey DAMAC tower on Al Asayel Street in Business Bay, close to the Dubai Canal and Dubai Mall, with roughly 446 furnished studios and one- to three-bedroom apartments.
A current starting price of around AED 1,473,000 is cited for ready units.
The tower is completed and ready to move in.
At a glance
Upper Crest key facts
- Developer
- DAMAC Properties
- Community
- Business Bay
- Status
- Handover soon
- Handover
- To be confirmed
- Starting price
- AED 1.47M
- Total units
- 446
- Unit types
- Studio, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom
- Ownership
- Freehold — open to all nationalities
Process
How to buy at Upper Crest
- 01
Agree the price
Agree terms with the seller of a unit at Upper Crest, supported by recent Dubai Land Department transactions.
- 02
Form F (MOU)
Buyer and seller sign the RERA Form F memorandum of understanding and a 10% security cheque is lodged.
- 03
Developer NOC
DAMAC Properties issues a No Objection Certificate once any outstanding service charges or instalments are settled.
- 04
Transfer
Transfer takes place at a Dubai Land Department trustee office; the 4% DLD fee is paid and the new title deed is issued.
Our read
The honest view
Every project has trade-offs. Here are both sides, so you can judge whether this one fits what you actually want.
What stands out
- Minutes from Dubai Mall and Downtown
- Furnished apartments across a wide unit mix
- Large tower with strong rental liquidity
What to weigh
- One aggregator labels the tower as Downtown Dubai rather than Business Bay
- Storey count reported as 43 or 44
- Pricing is from listings rather than a developer release
FAQ
Upper Crest — frequently asked questions
What is the starting price of Upper Crest?
Published pricing at Upper Crest starts from AED 1.47M. Developer pricing changes with each release, so contact MRK Real Estate to confirm current availability.
When is the handover of Upper Crest?
A handover date for Upper Crest has not been publicly confirmed.
Who is the developer of Upper Crest?
Upper Crest is developed by DAMAC Properties in Business Bay, Dubai.
What unit types are available at Upper Crest?
Upper Crest offers Studio, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom across 446 units.
Where is Upper Crest located?
Upper Crest is in Business Bay, Dubai.
Can foreigners buy at Upper Crest?
Yes. Business Bay is a freehold area, so buyers of any nationality can own property at Upper Crest outright.
Does buying at Upper Crest qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?
The entry price of AED 1.47M is below the AED 2 million threshold for the property Golden Visa; larger units priced at AED 2 million or more can qualify, subject to current ICP rules.
What are the purchase costs at Upper Crest?
Beyond the purchase price, the Dubai Land Department charges a 4% registration fee — about AED 59K on the starting price — plus a small admin and trustee fee.
How do I buy or sell at Upper Crest?
MRK Real Estate advises on primary purchases and resales at Upper Crest. Message us on WhatsApp for availability, floor plans and a valuation.
Figures shown are as published by the developer and were last checked on 2026-10-31. Developer pricing, availability and handover dates change between releases — we confirm current terms directly with DAMAC Properties before any transaction.
