Tier 2 Partner
Ellington
Ellington is the design-led residential developer best known for the quality-control protocol that produces some of the lowest post-handover snag rates in Jumeirah Village Circle. Recent launches expanded the catalogue into City Walk with The Mercer House and the upper end of JVC, while keeping the studio-and-one-bedroom yield-led product line that built the brand.
- Founded
- 2014
- Headquarters
- Dubai, UAE
- 2 projects
- 2
- Website
- ellingtonproperties.ae/en
Residences by Ellington
Residences →▸ Frequently Asked Questions
Buying from Ellington, what to know.
Freehold vs leasehold in Dubai, what's the difference?
Freehold means perpetual, inheritable, transferable ownership of both the unit and a share of the land, the standard for premium Dubai property and the only structure available to foreign buyers. Leasehold means a long-term lease (typically 30–99 years) of an asset whose underlying ownership remains with the original developer or the government. Foreigners can only buy freehold in designated zones.
Read answer →What taxes apply to Dubai property?
In Dubai, there is no annual property tax, no capital gains tax, no inheritance tax, and no personal income tax on rental yield. The only direct property-related taxes are a one-time 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee at purchase and a 5% VAT on commercial property (residential is VAT-exempt). However, residents of other countries remain liable for their home tax regime on Dubai-derived income.
Read answer →Should I buy Dubai property in my own name or through a company?
For one or two units held long-term, personal name is simplest and cheapest. For 3+ units, family-wealth structures, or planned resale-flipping, a UAE Free Zone company or offshore holding company (RAK ICC, JAFZA Offshore) gives estate-planning, exit, and confidentiality advantages, at AED 12,000–25,000 setup plus annual licensing.
Read answer →Can foreigners buy property in Dubai?
Yes. Since 2002, non-UAE nationals can buy 100% freehold property in designated zones across Dubai, with full ownership rights, no nationality restrictions, and no requirement to be physically present in the UAE for the purchase.
Read answer →What is the Dubai Golden Visa property investment threshold?
The UAE Golden Visa requires a minimum property investment of AED 2 million (approximately USD 545,000), either a single property or a combined portfolio. The visa grants 10 years of renewable residency, covers the holder's spouse, all children regardless of age, and parents, with no minimum-stay requirement in the UAE.
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