71%complete
Planned handover2026-06-15
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The road to keys — registry facts, our forecast
Registered start
2024-01-08
in the DLD registry
Today
71.3%
last inspected 2026-08-18
At the current pace
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Planned handover
2026-06-15
97 days overdue — developer's official date
Investor snapshot — estimated yield
4.9%estimated gross rental yield
2,254/sqft median sale price (this project)
110/sqft/yr median rent in Business Bay
Estimate: area-wide median rent ÷ this project’s median sale price, from Dubai Land Department records. Actual rent varies by unit, floor and finish.
How Urban Life compares
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Watch it rise — one frame per DLD inspection
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Building & unit mix — from DLD project records
19
Floors
147
Total units
1
Building
| Usage | Unit type | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial | Unspecified | 1 |
| Residential | Studio | 42 |
| Residential | 1 B/R | 76 |
| Residential | 2 B/R | 28 |
Source: DLD project register — floors, buildings and the developer's registered unit mix.
Real sale prices — 60 registered DLD sales since 2026-01-08
AED 2,254/sqft
Median sale price
60
Registered sales
60
Sales, last 12 months
| Unit type | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 B/R | 31 | 2,294 | AED 2.1M |
| 2 B/R | 16 | 1,779 | AED 2.9M |
| Studio | 12 | 2,652 | AED 1.2M |
| NA | 1 | 3,260 | AED 5.4M |
Source: DLD registered sale transactions for this project.
Prices by unit size — vs the Business Bay average
| Beds | Units sold | Size range | Median price | AED/sqft | Area avg | Premium vs area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 12 | 386–510 sqft | AED 1.2M | 2,652 | 2,410 | +10% |
| 1 B/R | 31 | 764–1,186 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,294 | 2,400 | -4% |
| 2 B/R | 16 | 1,575–1,774 sqft | AED 2.9M | 1,779 | 2,358 | -25% |
| NA | 1 | 1,663–1,663 sqft | AED 5.4M | 3,260 | 4,749 | -31% |
Median AED/sqft of DLD-registered sales in this project vs all sales in Business Bay for the same unit type. “Premium vs area” is how much more (or less) buyers pay here than the neighbourhood average.
Sale price history — 106 sales, median AED/sqft by year
+6% median price growth from 2025 to 2026 · 100% of sales were off-plan
2,2152,215 AED/sqft2024 · 3 sales
2,1312,131 AED/sqft2025 · 47 sales
2,2542,254 AED/sqft2026 · 56 sales
202420252026| Year | Median AED/sqft | Sales | Year-on-year | Since launch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024launch | 2,215 | 3 | — | — |
| 2025 | 2,131 | 47 | -4% | -4% |
| 2026 | 2,254 | 56 | +6% | +2% |
Median AED/sqft of DLD-registered sales each year (years with 3+ sales); the earliest year on record approximates launch pricing. “Year-on-year” compares each year to the one before it, “since launch” to the first year. Source: Dubai Land Department transaction records.
Available layouts — check current availability & price
Layouts registered in Urban Life, grouped by size. We’ll confirm current availability, floor and price with a RERA-licensed agent — we don’t hold live developer inventory, so these are representative configurations, not a live unit list.
| Beds | Size | Typical price | AED/sqft | Registered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 386 sqft | AED 928K | 2,403 | 3 | |
| Studio | 411 sqft | AED 1.1M | 2,741 | 4 | |
| Studio | 510 sqft | AED 1.4M | 2,665 | 5 | |
| 1 B/R | 771 sqft | AED 1.7M | 2,260 | 8 | |
| 1 B/R | 855 sqft | AED 2.0M | 2,390 | 6 | |
| 1 B/R | 875 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,394 | 8 | |
| 1 B/R | 894 sqft | AED 2.0M | 2,253 | 3 | |
| 1 B/R | 1,044 sqft | AED 2.4M | 2,303 | 1 | |
| 1 B/R | 1,097 sqft | AED 2.2M | 2,047 | 1 | |
| 1 B/R | 1,186 sqft | AED 2.2M | 1,871 | 4 | |
| 2 B/R | 1,575 sqft | AED 2.9M | 1,825 | 9 | |
| 2 B/R | 1,762 sqft | AED 3.0M | 1,696 | 6 | |
| 2 B/R | 1,774 sqft | AED 3.0M | 1,704 | 1 | |
| NA | 1,663 sqft | AED 5.4M | 3,260 | 1 |
Recent registered sales — individual DLD transactions, newest first
| Date | Beds | Size | Price | AED/sqft | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 1 B/R | 855 sqft | AED 1.9M | 2,180 | Off-plan |
| 2026-09-02 | 1 B/R | 874 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,354 | Off-plan |
| 2026-08-26 | 1 B/R | 777 sqft | AED 1.9M | 2,432 | Off-plan |
| 2026-08-15 | 1 B/R | 1,186 sqft | AED 2.3M | 1,958 | Off-plan |
| 2026-07-24 | 2 B/R | 1,762 sqft | AED 3.0M | 1,691 | Off-plan |
| 2026-07-22 | 1 B/R | 764 sqft | AED 1.8M | 2,294 | Off-plan |
| 2026-07-21 | 1 B/R | 764 sqft | AED 1.7M | 2,186 | Off-plan |
| 2026-07-20 | 1 B/R | 764 sqft | AED 1.8M | 2,310 | Off-plan |
| 2026-07-15 | Studio | 386 sqft | AED 1.1M | 2,849 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-22 | Studio | 411 sqft | AED 965,250 | 2,346 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-15 | 1 B/R | 777 sqft | AED 1.7M | 2,226 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-13 | 2 B/R | 1,757 sqft | AED 3.0M | 1,701 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-13 | 1 B/R | 855 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,434 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-11 | Studio | 411 sqft | AED 1.2M | 3,003 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-11 | 2 B/R | 1,575 sqft | AED 3.1M | 1,940 | Off-plan |
| 2026-06-03 | 1 B/R | 777 sqft | AED 1.8M | 2,316 | Off-plan |
| 2026-05-23 | 1 B/R | 1,186 sqft | AED 2.2M | 1,874 | Off-plan |
| 2026-05-19 | 1 B/R | 855 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,502 | Off-plan |
| 2026-05-15 | 1 B/R | 1,186 sqft | AED 2.2M | 1,868 | Off-plan |
| 2026-05-15 | 1 B/R | 1,186 sqft | AED 2.2M | 1,848 | Off-plan |
| 2026-05-02 | 2 B/R | 1,575 sqft | AED 2.7M | 1,699 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-30 | 2 B/R | 1,757 sqft | AED 3.1M | 1,763 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-27 | Studio | 510 sqft | AED 1.4M | 2,665 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-21 | 1 B/R | 855 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,484 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-13 | 1 B/R | 875 sqft | AED 2.2M | 2,460 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-09 | 1 B/R | 1,097 sqft | AED 2.2M | 2,047 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-06 | Studio | 411 sqft | AED 1.0M | 2,480 | Off-plan |
| 2026-04-04 | Studio | 510 sqft | AED 1.4M | 2,718 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-28 | 1 B/R | 764 sqft | AED 1.6M | 2,042 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-28 | Studio | 386 sqft | AED 870,608 | 2,255 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-27 | 1 B/R | 875 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,405 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-26 | 1 B/R | 1,044 sqft | AED 2.4M | 2,303 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-23 | 1 B/R | 875 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,449 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-23 | NA | 1,663 sqft | AED 5.4M | 3,260 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-19 | 2 B/R | 1,575 sqft | AED 2.9M | 1,849 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-19 | 1 B/R | 875 sqft | AED 1.9M | 2,222 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-18 | Studio | 386 sqft | AED 928,238 | 2,403 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-17 | 1 B/R | 875 sqft | AED 2.1M | 2,455 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-17 | Studio | 411 sqft | AED 1.3M | 3,038 | Off-plan |
| 2026-03-16 | 2 B/R | 1,575 sqft | AED 2.9M | 1,818 | Off-plan |
Source: DLD registered sale transactions. Floor and unit numbers aren’t published in the public transaction feed, so they’re not shown.
Construction photos — official DLD inspection uploads, newest first
2026-08-2571.3% at inspection· 13 photos
2026-07-0960.8% at inspection· 10 photos
2026-04-0344.7% at inspection· 20 photos
2025-05-1416.6% at inspection· 5 photos
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2025-02-1012.6% at inspection· 3 photos
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2024-07-094.7% at inspection· 4 photos
Project facts
Developer
URBAN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMENT L.L.C
Area
Business Bay
Master project
—
Project type
Normal
Start date
2024-01-08
Planned handover
2026-06-15
Last inspection
2026-08-18
Project value
AED 98.0M
Units
147
Villas
0
Buildings
0
DLD project number
3041
Registration & escrow — verify before you pay anyone
DLD / RERA project no.
3041
Registered with DLD
2024-08-13
Regulator
Dubai Development Authority (DDA)
Escrow account no.
0012319038002
Under Law 8 of 2007, off-plan payments for this project belong only in the escrow account above — a developer or agent directing your money anywhere else is a serious red flag. How escrow protects you →
Location — official site coordinates from DLD inspection records
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Urban Life: frequently asked questions — answers update daily from registry data
When will Urban Life be handed over?
The developer's planned handover for Urban Life is 2026-06-15; construction is currently 71% complete. At the observed construction pace, our independent forecast is 2027-01-25.
How far along is construction on Urban Life?
Urban Life is 71.3% complete according to the Dubai Land Department's inspection of 2026-08-18.
Is Urban Life delayed?
Urban Life is 97 days past its planned handover of 2026-06-15 and still under construction. Most Dubai off-plan contracts include a grace period (often 6–12 months) beyond the anticipated date — see The Late List for how it compares.
Who is the developer of Urban Life, and do they deliver on time?
Urban Life is developed by URBAN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMENT L.L.C. On our Developer Reliability Index they score 73/100 (B — Minor slippage), based on how much of their active portfolio is past its planned handover in the official registry.
What are real sale prices in Urban Life?
Registered DLD sales in Urban Life show a median of AED 2,254/sqft across 60 transactions since 2026-01-08. These are actual registered sales, not asking prices — the full breakdown is on this page.
Where is Urban Life located?
Urban Life is located in Business Bay, Dubai. See every project in the area, plus prices and rents, on the area page.
How many homes are in Urban Life?
Urban Life comprises 147 units (normal), per the DLD registry.
Can I see real construction photos of Urban Life?
Yes — this page carries 55 official construction photos taken during Dubai Land Department inspections, newest from 2026-08-25, plus a time-lapse of the build. These are government inspection uploads, not marketing renders.
Is my money safe if I buy in Urban Life?
Payments for registered Dubai off-plan projects go into a project-specific escrow account under Law No. 8 of 2007; the developer can only draw funds against certified construction milestones.
Where should payments for Urban Life go?
Only into the project's DLD-registered escrow account (no. 0012319038002). Under Law 8 of 2007 every off-plan payment must go to this account, where the developer can only draw funds as construction milestones are certified. Anyone directing payments elsewhere is a serious warning sign.
How do I get alerts when something changes on Urban Life?
Use the free Track this project form on this page. We check the official registry every day and email you the moment Urban Life's progress, status, or planned handover date changes.
Progress history — one row per official DLD snapshot
| Snapshot date | Status | Complete | Planned handover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-05 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-06 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-08 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-09 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-10 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-11 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-12 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-13 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-14 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-15 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-16 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-17 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-18 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-19 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-20 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-21 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-22 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-23 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-24 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-25 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-26 | ACTIVE | 60.8% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-27 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-28 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-29 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-30 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-08-31 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-01 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-02 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-03 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-04 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-05 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-06 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-07 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-08 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-09 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-10 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-11 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-12 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-13 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-14 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-15 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-16 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-17 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-18 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-19 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
| 2026-09-20 | ACTIVE | 71.3% | 2026-06-15 |
Change events
| Detected | Event | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-27 | PROGRESS | 60.80 → 71.34 |
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