Union Properties

About Union Properties

Union Properties operates as a focused residential developer in Dubai's Motor City, a master-planned community in the southern suburbs. The firm concentrates on mid-market apartment towers and townhome communities rather than chasing the ultra-prime segment. In our experience, this positioning—steady, unglamorous, and execution-led—appeals to owner-occupiers and yield-conscious investors who value proximity to the airport and predictable delivery timelines over architectural prestige.

Motor City itself sits roughly 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 25 minutes from Downtown Dubai, making it a practical choice for families and professionals. Union Properties' portfolio reflects this pragmatism: they're building homes, not monuments.

Track record

We have eight Union Properties projects on our books, all anchored in Motor City. The active pipeline includes the Mirdad series (Mirdad Motor City and Mirdad Tower 2, both due Q4 2028) and the Takaya collection—Takaya Harmony, Kalina, Melody, and Symphony, all targeting Q4 2027 completion. The Takaya cluster, in particular, signals a shift toward branded sub-communities within Motor City, each with its own identity and amenity package.

What stands out is the cadence. Union Properties isn't launching dozens of projects simultaneously; they're staggering delivery across 2027 and 2028, which suggests either disciplined cash flow management or realistic construction planning—or both. We've seen developers overpromise timelines; Union's spacing here feels credible.

Design language across the portfolio leans toward functional modernism: clean lines, efficient floor plates, practical balconies. Not Instagram-bait, but liveable. The Takaya sub-branding (Harmony, Melody, Symphony) hints at lifestyle segmentation—possibly targeting different buyer personas—though the underlying construction quality and finishes appear consistent across the range.

Why we list Union Properties projects

• Motor City footprint. All eight projects sit within a single, established master-plan. Buyers and investors understand the neighbourhood's infrastructure, schools, and connectivity. No surprises.
• Delivery visibility. Two distinct completion windows (Q4 2027 and Q4 2028) give us and our clients a clear roadmap. Staggered launches reduce the risk of a single project delay cascading across the portfolio.
• Mid-market pricing. Union Properties' projects typically fall into the AED 400k–800k range for apartments, and AED 800k–1.5m for townhomes—accessible to first-time buyers and small-portfolio investors without the premium attached to Marina or Downtown.
• Resale liquidity. Motor City has matured enough that secondary-market turnover is steady. Union Properties units don't sit; they move, especially at the price points they're targeting.
• Rental yield potential. Motor City attracts expat families and airport-adjacent tenants. Gross yields typically run 5–6% for apartments, slightly higher for townhomes, depending on unit size and finish.
• Townhome diversity. The Takaya range includes both apartments and townhomes, giving investors and owner-occupiers a choice. Townhomes in Motor City command a premium over comparable apartments, and Union's positioning here is competitive.

Investing with Union Properties

Union Properties buyers tend to fall into two camps: owner-occupiers seeking affordable space near the airport, and yield-focused investors who've done the Motor City maths and decided 5–6% gross return beats chasing prime-area capital appreciation.

Resale velocity in Motor City is solid. A two-bedroom apartment from Union Properties typically moves within 60–90 days at fair-market pricing; townhomes shift faster if priced right. The secondary market isn't as liquid as Marina or Downtown, but it's far from illiquid. Rental demand is consistent—schools, proximity to the airport, and lower rents than central Dubai keep tenant flow steady.

Price per square metre in Motor City hovers around AED 2,500–3,200 for apartments, depending on finish and amenities. Union Properties' units sit comfortably in the mid-range of that band. Townhomes command AED 3,000–3,800 per sqm. Neither is a bargain, but both offer value relative to comparable space in Jumeirah or JBR.

One practical note: Motor City's master-plan includes schools, retail, and parks, but the neighbourhood remains car-dependent. Buyers without a vehicle should factor in taxi or ride-share costs. That said, for families prioritising space and affordability over walkability, it's a trade-off worth making.

What we'd watch

The Takaya Harmony and Kalina launches (both Q4 2027) will be the first real test of Union Properties' delivery discipline. If they hit those dates, confidence in the 2028 Mirdad completions will follow. If they slip, the entire pipeline comes under scrutiny.

Also worth monitoring: the Takaya sub-branding strategy. If Union Properties can differentiate Harmony, Melody, and Symphony meaningfully—through amenities, finishes, or community programming—they'll command stronger resale premiums. If the names are cosmetic, pricing will converge, and buyers will simply shop by unit size and price.

For investors, Motor City's rental market remains stable but not explosive. Don't expect 8% yields or rapid capital appreciation. Expect steady, boring returns and a neighbourhood that works.