Atélis at d3 by Meraas: starting price and the DLD fee to budget
Atélis at d3 is listed from AED 2.1 million by Meraas, which puts the DLD registration fee at AED 84,000 on that entry price. Payment plan and handover date are on request.
Atélis at d3 is listed from AED 2.1 million on Meraas's project page. On that entry price, the Dubai Land Department registration fee works out to AED 84,000, payable on top of the unit price and the payment plan. The payment plan structure and the handover date are both on request from the developer.
What the project page confirms
- Developer: Meraas.
- Location: Dubai Design District (d3), on the creekside edge of the district.
- Unit types: one to four bedroom apartments, duplex sky villas and penthouses, 280 residences in total.
- Status: under construction.
- Starting price: from AED 2.1 million.
- Payment plan: on request.
- Handover: on request.
Meraas describes Atélis at d3 as a single 45-storey tower designed by SOM, the tallest residential building in the district and its only genuine waterfront address, since the rest of d3's buildings sit lower. The same page also lists the project as sold out through Meraas's own channels, even though the headline status still reads "under construction". Ask your adviser for a current stock check before assuming a particular layout is still available directly from the developer.
The DLD fee on the entry price
The Dubai Land Department registration fee runs at 4% of the purchase price. On the published starting price of AED 2.1 million, that comes to AED 84,000, due in addition to the unit price and the agreed payment schedule. This figure is a calculation on the entry price only; a two, three or four bedroom unit, or a sky villa, is likely to carry a higher price and a correspondingly higher fee. For an off-plan purchase, initial registration runs through Oqood at a fixed fee confirmed in the contract, ahead of the final title deed at handover.
Why no payment plan is published yet
When a project page does not show a payment plan, that does not mean no plan exists. It means the exact down payment, construction instalments and handover percentage are not confirmed on the official source reviewed. For Atélis at d3, your adviser can share the structure currently being offered to buyers, which may differ depending on remaining inventory. Treat any percentage found elsewhere as unconfirmed until your adviser or the official page states it directly.
Golden Visa: the threshold is cleared at entry price
At a starting price of AED 2.1 million, Atélis at d3 clears the AED 2 million threshold that opens the door to a Golden Visa application, always subject to conditions confirmed with the relevant authorities. Clearing the threshold does not by itself guarantee eligibility, which also depends on the unit type purchased, the amount actually paid, and the rules in force at the time of application. Our guide on whether the DLD fee counts toward the Golden Visa threshold breaks down what is, and is not, included in that calculation.
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Who this project suits
Two buyer profiles make the most sense for Atélis at d3. The first is a buyer who wants a genuine waterfront address inside a district already known for its design and creative identity, without the density of the city's taller marina towers. The second is a buyer who, knowing the project is largely sold through Meraas, is really looking at resale or residual stock rather than a conventional off-plan payment plan. Either way, the conversation with your adviser should start with real current availability rather than a headline price.
What to ask your adviser before reserving
- Current availability by unit type, from one-bedroom apartments to sky villas and penthouses.
- The payment plan currently being offered, not the one quoted when the project launched.
- An updated handover timeline, since the official page does not publish one.
- The Oqood registration fee for an off-plan purchase, on top of the 4% DLD fee.
- Whether the unit you want is first-market stock from Meraas or a resale.
Move forward with Orven
For the exact price by unit type, the payment plan currently on offer and a realistic handover timeline, contact Orven on WhatsApp at +971 52 776 1939 or at sales@orvenproperties.com. The project page, the Dubai Design District (d3) area page and the Meraas developer page add further detail. Our Dubai Design District (d3) collection guide places Atélis at d3 alongside the district's other projects, and our guide on Dubai property purchase costs: DLD 4%, Oqood and what to budget covers the full set of costs beyond the headline price.
FAQ
What is the starting price of Atélis at d3? From AED 2.1 million according to Meraas's project page, for the entry-level unit type among the 280 residences.
How much is the DLD fee on this entry price? 4% of the purchase price, which is AED 84,000 on AED 2.1 million, in addition to the price and the payment plan.
What is the payment plan for Atélis at d3? It is not published on an official source at this time; your adviser confirms the structure currently being offered.
Does Atélis at d3 qualify for the Golden Visa? Its starting price clears the AED 2 million threshold, which may open the door to an application, always subject to conditions confirmed with the authorities.
Is there still developer stock available? Meraas presents the project as largely sold; your adviser checks exact current availability before any reservation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the starting price of Atélis at d3?
From AED 2.1 million according to Meraas's project page, for the entry-level unit type among the 280 residences.
How much is the DLD fee on this entry price?
4% of the purchase price, which is AED 84,000 on AED 2.1 million, in addition to the price and the payment plan.
What is the payment plan for Atélis at d3?
It is not published on an official source at this time; your adviser confirms the structure currently being offered.
Does Atélis at d3 qualify for the Golden Visa?
Its starting price clears the AED 2 million threshold, which may open the door to an application, always subject to conditions confirmed with the authorities.
Is there still developer stock available?
Meraas presents the project as largely sold; your adviser checks exact current availability before any reservation.
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