Opalz by Danube, Dubai Science Park — Freehold Apartments, Dubai

Opalz by Danube is a freehold, two-tower residential development in Dubai Science Park, Dubai, rising 19 storeys with studio to 3-bedroom apartments plus condominiums and penthouses, with studios from AED 650,000 on this listing. The developer lists the project as completed, and it was reported handed over in April 2025. Amenities include a skybridge and an open-air cinema.

Developer: Danube Properties

Danube Properties is the real estate development arm of Danube Group, which dates to 1993, according to the developer. It markets a payment plan that it describes as 1% of the price per month. On its website in October 2026 the developer reports 32 projects launched, 16 delivered and 16 under construction.

About Opalz by Danube

Opalz by Danube is a freehold, two-tower residential development in Dubai Science Park, Dubai, launched in October 2022, according to Gulf News. Rising 19 storeys, it has 575 homes according to the developer, in studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, plus condominiums and penthouses. Unit sizes range from 376 sq ft for studios up to 2,794 sq ft for three-bedroom layouts. The developer lists the project as completed, and The Arabian Post reported in July 2026 that it was handed over in April 2025.

Location and Connectivity

Opalz is in Dubai Science Park, opposite Dubai Hills Estate, according to Gulf News. The developer’s project page gives travel times of about 1 minute to Dubai Hills Mall, 7 minutes to Mall of the Emirates and 8 minutes to Sheikh Zayed Road, and names Dubai Miracle Garden and Ibn Battuta Mall among nearby places.

Unit Types and Sizes

Source: Metropolitan Premium Properties

Pricing and Payment Plan

Studios at Opalz start from AED 650,000 on this listing. The developer’s project page shows the project as sold out and gives no starting price. It describes the payment as 1% monthly but publishes no percentage split, so the schedule that applies to a unit is the one in its sale and purchase agreement.

Amenities and Lifestyle

Residents at Opalz benefit from over 30 lifestyle and leisure facilities. Wellness and fitness provision includes a fully equipped gym, a steam sauna, a running track with rubber flooring, a private sports training centre, and an open-air yoga deck. The development’s sky lounge and skybridge with juice bar are provided, alongside a business centre, a multi-purpose hall and a children’s daycare. Aquatic amenities span an infinity pool, an anti-current pool, a children’s pool, a jacuzzi and splash pads. Additional lifestyle features include BBQ zones, an open-air cinema positioned over one of the development’s water bodies, extensive landscaped gardens, an on-call doctor, a wellness centre, and 24/7 security with CCTV.

Ownership, Freehold Status and Residency

The listing shows freehold tenure; the sale and purchase agreement records the title category for each unit. A property investment of AED 2,000,000 or more is the threshold for the 10-year Golden Visa property route. The Dubai Land Department valuation on the application day decides the value, and a mortgaged property needs the lender’s no-objection certificate. No project gives a visa by itself.

Step-by-Step: How to Buy at Opalz

The developer lists Opalz as completed, so a buyer purchases either from the developer or on the resale market. The sale and purchase agreement sets the price and payment schedule, and the transfer is registered at the Dubai Land Department. Buyers who intend to apply for a Golden Visa on the back of their purchase should factor that application into their post-purchase timeline.

Buyer Checklist Before Reserving

Before committing to a unit at Opalz, buyers should confirm current pricing and availability by unit type and tower, the payment terms in the sale and purchase agreement, the title and handover documents, whether the purchase reaches the AED 2,000,000 Golden Visa threshold, and the current service charge.

Financing Considerations

The developer describes a 1% monthly payment plan but publishes no split for Opalz. Buyers who want to explore bank financing should confirm current terms with a bank operating in the UAE.

Currency and Payment Notes

Dubai real estate is priced in UAE Dirhams, pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed rate since 1997, removing currency risk for buyers converting from USD or other Dollar-pegged Gulf currencies over the life of the payment plan. Demographic and construction-sector data published by the Dubai Statistics Center offers a useful independent reference point for buyers assessing long-term demand fundamentals in Arjan.

Service Charges and Building Management

With over 30 amenities spread across two 19-storey towers, Opalz operates under an owners’ association responsible for maintaining shared infrastructure, funded through an annual service charge set against RERA’s published index for the building. Buyers should confirm the current service charge rate with the developer or the owners’ association before signing.

Rental Demand and Ongoing Costs

Owners should budget for annual service charges and registration fees. Our Dubai property tax guide lists the fees and annual charges to expect. Current achievable rents for a specific unit type should be checked against recent listings and transactions.

Resale Market and Liquidity

Opalz has two towers and 575 homes according to the developer, with units from 376 sq ft studios to 2,794 sq ft three-bedroom layouts. Buyers should check recent comparable resale transactions when assessing a price.

Family Living at Opalz

The development lists a children’s daycare, a children’s pool and splash pads, a wellness centre and an on-call doctor.

Comparing Opalz With Other Danube Developments

Buyers comparing Opalz against Danube’s other Dubai developments may also look at Olivz by Danube in Al Warsan and Jewelz by Danube in Arjan; each has a different location, unit mix and amenity list. For the full picture of Dubai’s freehold market, see our complete Dubai real estate investment guide.

Living in Dubai Science Park: A Neighbourhood Guide

Dubai Science Park is a business and research park. The developer’s page lists biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, clean energy and information technology as its focus areas, and names Dubai International Academic City, Mediclinic Ibn Battuta, Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai Hills Mall and Dubai Miracle Garden among nearby places. It notes that the park is primarily business-focused and can suit families depending on their priorities.

Other Danube Developments

Other Danube Properties developments listed on this site include:

• Oasiz by Danube — freehold studio to 3-bedroom apartments in Dubai Silicon Oasis with a 1% payment plan.
• Eleganz by Danube — furnished freehold living in Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai.

For the full picture of Dubai’s freehold market, pricing trends and long-term outlook, see our complete Dubai real estate investment guide.

Comparing Unit Types at Opalz

The spread from 376 sq ft studios to 2,794 sq ft three-bedroom layouts, condominiums and penthouses means Opalz covers a wide range of home sizes within one development. Current pricing and floor-plan availability by unit type should be confirmed with the developer or seller.

Off-Plan Buyer Protections

Off-plan sales in Dubai operate under a regulated escrow framework overseen by RERA: buyer instalments for a project under construction are held in a dedicated project escrow account, with funds released against verified construction milestones rather than paid directly to the developer up front.

Comparing Dubai’s Freehold Communities

Dubai’s freehold market spans a wide range of areas and price levels. For a fuller picture of how pricing varies by area, see our guide to Dubai apartment prices per square metre by area.

Preparing to Reserve at Opalz

Buyers who are considering a purchase at Opalz should have proof of funds or financing pre-approval in place ahead of a reservation, along with the identification documents required for the freehold registration process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the starting price for apartments at Opalz?

Studios start from AED 650,000.

Has Opalz been handed over?

The developer lists Opalz as completed. The Arabian Post reported in July 2026 that it was handed over in April 2025.

What unit types are available?

Studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, plus condominiums and penthouses, ranging from 376 to 2,794 sq ft.

What payment plan is available?

The developer describes a 1% monthly payment plan and publishes no percentage split for Opalz; the schedule is set in the sale and purchase agreement.

What amenities does Opalz offer?

Over 30 amenities including a gym, steam sauna, sky lounge, skybridge with juice bar, infinity and anti-current pools, a running track, an open-air cinema over water, and a children’s daycare.

Does buying at Opalz qualify for UAE residency?

A property investment of AED 2,000,000 or more is the threshold for the 10-year Golden Visa property route; the Dubai Land Department valuation decides the value. No project gives a visa by itself.

Who is the developer of Opalz?

Danube Properties, the property arm of Danube Group, which dates to 1993, known for its 1% monthly payment plan.

Can I purchase remotely, without visiting Dubai?

Many international buyers complete the reservation and payment process remotely through a power of attorney arrangement, though an in-person or video walkthrough visit is recommended.

What taxes and fees apply to owning property in Dubai?

Purchases carry Dubai Land Department registration fees and owners pay annual service charges. Our Dubai property tax guide lists the fees and annual charges to expect.

Opalz by Danube is a freehold, two-tower development in Dubai Science Park that the developer lists as completed. Read our full guide to the Dubai real estate market and browse all freehold properties in the UAE.