One River Point

One River Point is a residential tower by Ellington Properties, currently under construction in Business Bay, Dubai, with completion scheduled for Q2 2027. The building offers 39 residences across a single structure, ranging from one-bedroom apartments to a four-bedroom penthouse, priced from approximately AED 3.38 million to AED 16.47 million.

# The tower and its position in Business Bay

Business Bay occupies the southern edge of Downtown Dubai, separated from it by the Dubai Canal. The district has matured considerably over the past decade, moving well beyond its original commercial brief to become a mixed-use neighbourhood with a recognisable residential character. Hotels, independent restaurants and waterfront promenades now define stretches of the canal bank, and the proximity to Downtown remains one of the area's most consistent draws for international buyers.

One River Point sits directly on the canal. That waterfront orientation is architecturally significant: the building's massing and facade are oriented to capture canal and Burj Khalifa views from multiple aspects. Construction reached approximately 12 per cent completion at the time of listing.

# Residences, layouts and finish

The building holds 39 units in total, a deliberately low count that keeps the ownership community small. One-bedroom apartments start at 1,060 sq ft and extend to just under 1,200 sq ft, with pricing broadly between AED 2.99 million and AED 3.48 million depending on floor and aspect. The footprint for a one-bedroom here is larger than most comparable one-bedroom product in Business Bay, which tends to cluster in the 650–850 sq ft range.

Two-bedroom apartments span a wider band, from 1,447 sq ft to 1,795 sq ft, with prices ranging from around AED 3.5 million to AED 5.73 million. At the top of the building, a single four-bedroom residence measures 5,576 sq ft and is listed at AED 16.47 million.

All units are delivered semi-furnished. Service charges are set at AED 20 per sq ft.

# Amenities and shared facilities

The amenities programme at One River Point is more considered than the standard Business Bay tower. A pool deck, fitness studio, yoga studio and clubhouse cover the core wellness and social requirements. The building also incorporates a dedicated kids' play area, a concierge service, and an immersive room, the last of which signals Ellington's broader interest in experiential design rather than simply ticking amenity boxes.

The provision is proportionate to the building's scale. With 39 residences, shared facilities are genuinely shared rather than overcrowded.

# Access, connectivity and the surrounding district

Business Bay connects directly to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, two of Dubai's primary arterial routes. Downtown Dubai and the Dubai Mall are within a few minutes by car. The canal itself has a promenade running its length, and the RTA water taxi network stops at multiple points along the Business Bay stretch.

DIFC and Dubai's main financial district are a short drive south. Dubai International Airport sits roughly 20 minutes away under normal traffic conditions.

# Who this building suits and where it sits in the market

Ellington has built a consistent reputation in Dubai for residential product that prioritises interior specification and considered spatial planning over sheer volume. One River Point reflects that approach: a 39-unit building in an established waterfront location, with above-average apartment sizes and a finish standard that positions it firmly in the upper tier of Business Bay's residential offer.

For a buyer from the UK, Europe or the GCC looking at Dubai as a primary residence or a managed investment, the combination of canal frontage, low unit count and a developer with a clear design identity makes this a credible shortlist candidate. The four-bedroom penthouse, at over 5,500 sq ft, addresses a specific buyer for whom Business Bay's central location matters as much as the scale of the home itself. At the one-bedroom level, the generous floor areas suggest the project is aimed less at the yield-driven investor and more at the owner-occupier who expects space to live in rather than simply to own.