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The Watercrest
The Watercrest is a gated cluster of three bedroom townhouses and four bedroom villas by Ellington Properties inside The Sanctuary, its community in District 11 of MBR City. It went on sale in June 2024. Handover is listed for Q3 2027.
- HandoverQ3 2027
- Payment plan70/30
- Bedrooms3, 4
- StatusLaunched
Reviewed by Ayman Hoque, Operations Manager, Live Dubai InternationalDubai Land Department broker card no. 55937 · Checked 12 October 2026 · 3 sources
Images: Ellington Properties. Artist impressions may differ from the finished building.
Key facts
The Watercrest at a glance
- Developer
- Ellington Properties
- Location
- The Sanctuary, MBR City District 11
- Type
- Townhouses and villas
- Bedrooms
- 3, 4
- Sizes
- About 2,000 to 4,060 sq ft (recorded sales)
- Launched
- June 2024
- Handover
- Q3 2027
- Payment plan
- 70/30
Checked 12 October 2026. Prices are not shown here because they change often. Ask for today’s price list.
Highlights
What stands out
- Three bedroom townhouses and four bedroom villas
- Part of The Sanctuary community in MBR City District 11
- Car-free centre with a walled garden and stream
- River club with pools and play areas
- Four bedroom villas have private pools
- Handover listed for Q3 2027
Amenities
- Infinity-edge pool
- River club
- Plunge pool
- Yoga studio
- Fitness studio
- Club lounge
- Outdoor cinema
- Arcade room
- Kids' play area
- Walking paths
- Dog park
- Gated entry
Payment plan
How you pay for The Watercrest
On a home priced at AED 1,000,000 that is AED 700,000 before handover, AED 300,000 on handover. Government registration fees are paid on top.
70% during construction and 30% on handover.
Plans change between launches and unit types. We confirm the current plan in writing with the price list.
Location
Where The Watercrest is
The Watercrest is in District 11 of MBR City, between Meydan and Nad Al Sheba, reached from Al Ain Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. The developer gives 15 minutes to Meydan Racecourse and 20 minutes to Dubai International Airport by car.
Nearby
- Dubai Mall10 min drive
- Burj Khalifa15 min drive
- Meydan Racecourse15 min drive
- Dubai International Airport20 min drive
- Dubai Safari Park20 min drive
Travel times are approximate and depend on traffic.
Who The Watercrest suits
- Families who want a townhouse or villa close to central Dubai
- Buyers who want a smaller home than the large Sanctuary villas
- Buyers who value a gated, car-free layout
Check before you buy
- Land records still showed the cluster at planning stage when checked. Ask for a site update against Q3 2027.
- Earlier clusters in The Sanctuary have seen their dates move.
- The number of homes is not published.
- 30% of the price is due at handover.
The developer
Ellington Properties: handover record, prices, payment plans and current projects, checked October 2026
Prices and floor plans
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FAQs
The Watercrest: common questions
When will The Watercrest be finished?
Handover is listed for Q3 2027. Ask the developer for the latest construction update.
Who is the developer of The Watercrest?
Ellington Properties. It is part of the developer's Sanctuary community.
Where is The Watercrest?
Inside The Sanctuary in District 11 of Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Dubai.
What is the payment plan at The Watercrest?
70/30: 70% during construction and 30% on handover.
What homes are available at The Watercrest?
Three bedroom townhouses and four bedroom villas, from about 2,000 to 4,060 sq ft.
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This page is a guide, not financial advice. Details come from the developer and public records and can change. Check the project and its escrow account with the Dubai Land Department before you pay.