Elite Island (Island E) — Dubai Islands' Most Private Ultra-Luxury Villa Enclave
Island name | Elite Island (Island E) |
Location | Outer eastern edge of Dubai Islands — maximum waterfront exposure |
Master Plan concept | Residential-only ultra-luxury villa enclave — no hotels, no retail, no tourist zones |
Residential supply | Fewer than 100 villas and townhouses across the entire island |
Unit types | Villas and townhouses — 3 to 7 bedrooms; beachfront, marina-facing, and waterfront plots |
Private Clubhouse | 3,800 sq m — residents-only, wellness, fitness, and social facilities |
Marina | Private marina with yacht berths for residents |
Green space | 49,000 sq m of landscaped parks and green buffers |
Waterfront edge | 180,000+ sq m of extended shoreline |
Entry price | From AED 2.6M+ |
UAE Golden Visa | From AED 2,000,000 — DLD-registered value, 10-year visa |
Ownership | Freehold — available to all nationalities |
Connectivity | Dedicated island bridge + Al Shindagha Corridor (new Bur Dubai bridge, 2026); 5–10 min to Gold Souk / Deira |
Developer | Nakheel (master developer and residential developer) |
Status | Pre-launch — Bay Estate Phase 1 released March 2026 |



Elite Island — The Most Exclusive Address at Dubai Islands




Elite Island Highlights: Private Marina, Ultra-Luxury Villas & Residents-Only Clubhouse
Signature Estate Villas
Fewer Than 100 Residences Across the Island
Private Clubhouse (3,800 sq. m.)
Marina Club
Beachfront Villa Zone
Green Open Space (49,000 sq. m.)
Neighborhood Park
180,000+ sq. m. Waterfront Edge
Elite Island Location: Dubai Islands Outer Edge — Private Bridge & Al Shindagha Connectivity
Private Island with Direct Mainland Access
Elite Island (Island E) is positioned at the outer eastern edge of Dubai Islands — the furthest point from mainland noise, offering maximum waterfront exposure on all sides. The island has its own dedicated bridge connection, separating resident access from the main Dubai Islands road network. A second major infrastructure upgrade — a new 1,425-metre, 8-lane bridge connecting Dubai Islands to Bur Dubai — was contracted by the RTA in April 2025 at AED 786M and is due for completion in 2026, significantly reducing travel times across the Al Shindagha Corridor.
5–10 min.
Deira Waterfront, Gold Souk, Dubai Hospital, Al Mamzar Beach Park
10–15 min.
Dubai International Airport (DXB), Dubai Creek Harbour, Deira Old Town, Dubai Cruise Terminal
20–25 min.
Dubai Frame, City Centre Deira, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Design District
25–30 min.
Downtown Dubai, Dubai Mall, DIFC, Business Bay, Jumeirah 1
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Why Invest in Elite Island, Dubai Islands
Elite Island Lifestyle: Private Marina, Beachfront Living & Residents-Only Amenities






Elite Island organises daily life around a single principle: uninterrupted residential privacy. The island's amenity set is deliberately minimal — a 3,800 sq m residents-only clubhouse with wellness and fitness, a private marina with yacht berths, 49,000 sq m of landscaped parks, and quiet beachfront with no public or hotel access. No restaurants open to visitors, no beach clubs with day passes, no hotel lobbies. Everything on the island is for the fewer than 100 resident households.
Tailored Residential Environment
The island consists only of private villas with generous plots, set back from roads and oriented toward views and privacy
Residents-Only Clubhouse & Marina
Exclusive facilities for residents and their guests — including fitness, wellness, and concierge-style services.
Internal Circulation & Tranquility
The internal road network is low-traffic and thoughtfully landscaped, balancing access with seclusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Elite Island (Island E)
Elite Island — Island E — is the most exclusive residential district within Dubai Islands, developed by Nakheel. It is planned as a residential-only enclave with fewer than 100 ultra-luxury villas and townhouses — no hotels, no retail, no commercial zones. The island includes a private marina with yacht berths, a 3,800 sq m residents-only clubhouse, 49,000 sq m of parkland, and over 180,000 sq m of waterfront edge. Entry is from AED 2.6M+.
Elite Island is planned with fewer than 100 villas and townhouses across the entire island — making it the lowest-density residential community within Dubai Islands. Unit types range from 3 to 7 bedrooms, across beachfront, marina-facing, and waterfront plot positions. The first project — Bay Estate Phase 1 by Nakheel — was released in early 2026. Contact Preference Properties for current availability.
Yes — Elite Island is planned as a purely residential community. There are no hotels, no retail zones, no beach clubs open to non-residents, and no commercial activity of any kind. This is a structural master plan decision, not a phase — the island’s dedicated bridge and access-controlled layout are designed to maintain this character permanently. This is what distinguishes Island E from every other island in the Dubai Islands development.
Elite Island has its own dedicated bridge connecting the island to the Dubai Islands road network — separate from the main Infinity Bridge used by Islands A through D. Additionally, the RTA has contracted a new 1,425-metre, 8-lane bridge connecting Dubai Islands to Bur Dubai (AED 786M contract, completion 2026) as part of the Al Shindagha Corridor upgrade. From Elite Island, travel times to Deira Gold Souk are 5–10 minutes, to Dubai International Airport 10–15 minutes, and to Downtown Dubai 25–30 minutes.
Elite Island properties start from AED 2.6M+ for villas and townhouses. Given the island’s ultra-low supply — fewer than 100 residences — and residential-only master plan, Elite Island pricing reflects scarcity and exclusivity rather than volume. Beachfront and marina-facing villas are priced higher based on plot position and unit size. Contact Preference Properties for current project pricing and availability.
Yes. Purchasing a property on Elite Island with a DLD-registered value of AED 2,000,000 or above qualifies for the UAE Golden Visa — a 10-year renewable residency permit. This applies to all nationalities, as Elite Island is a designated freehold zone. Mortgaged properties qualify on the full registered value, not the equity paid. Elite Island entry prices start from AED 2.6M+, above the qualifying threshold.

