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The Distinction, Downtown Dubai

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The Distinction at a glance

About The Distinction

The Distinction is a mixed-use building in Downtown Dubai, Dubai, developed by DAMAC. It holds about 308 units: studios, 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments, 4-bedroom apartments, commercial units. Depending on the unit, windows look out over Burj Khalifa.

The building was completed in 2017 and has been in use for about 9 years. 25 units changed hands in the last 12 months, registered with the Dubai Land Department. Recent sales went through at a median of AED 1,728 per sq ft.

The Distinction is one of 164 buildings in Downtown Dubai: 70 are complete and 17 are still being built.

In a nutshell

  • A mixed-use ready building
  • Located in Downtown Dubai, Dubai
  • Developed by DAMAC
  • Completed in Q1 2017
  • Unit types: Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Beds, 3 Beds, 4 Beds, Commercial
  • Sizes from 520 to 5,730 sq ft
  • Views: Burj Khalifa
  • Features: Boat House, Concierge, Gated Community, Seafront, Shared Spa, Vastu-compliant
  • Service charge from AED 10.14 per sq ft
  • Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station 1.8 km away
Status
Ready
Developer
DAMAC
Location
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Completed
Q1 2017
Unit types
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Beds, 3 Beds, 4 Beds, Commercial
Prices from
AED 1.0M
Median price per sq ft
AED 1,728
Median gross yield
6.9%
Service charge
AED 23.82 per sq ft (2026)
Nearest metro
Burj Khalifa Road, 0.9 km

Photos of The Distinction

Building details

Inside The Distinction

Facilities in The Distinction

The Distinction lists 6 features and facilities for its residents.

  • Boat House
  • Concierge
  • Gated Community
  • Seafront
  • Shared Spa
  • Vastu-compliant

Properties in The Distinction

Studios in The Distinction

There are about 19 of these in The Distinction, from 520 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 1.1M, or AED 2,160 per sq ft.

1-bedroom apartments in The Distinction

There are about 95 of these in The Distinction, from 620 to 1,390 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 1.3M, or AED 1,720 per sq ft.

2-bedroom apartments in The Distinction

There are about 129 of these in The Distinction, from 1,240 to 1,860 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 2.1M, or AED 1,630 per sq ft.

3-bedroom apartments in The Distinction

There are about 58 of these in The Distinction, from 1,210 to 2,220 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 3.2M, or AED 1,900 per sq ft.

4-bedroom apartments in The Distinction

There are about 4 of these in The Distinction, from 2,280 to 2,620 sq ft. None has sold recently enough to quote a price.

Commercial units in The Distinction

There are about 3 of these in The Distinction, from 1,920 to 5,730 sq ft. None has sold recently enough to quote a price.

Unit types in The Distinction with sizes, median prices and rents
Unit typeUnitsSizeMedian priceMedian rent
Studio19520 sqft48.3 sqmtAED 1.1M–
1 Bed95620 sqft57.6 sqmt – 1,390 sqft129.1 sqmtAED 1.3M–
2 Beds1291,240 sqft115.2 sqmt – 1,860 sqft172.8 sqmtAED 2.1MAED 145K
3 Beds581,210 sqft112.4 sqmt – 2,220 sqft206.2 sqmtAED 3.2MAED 185K
4 Beds42,280 sqft211.8 sqmt – 2,620 sqft243.4 sqmtNo recent sales–
Commercial31,920 sqft178.4 sqmt – 5,730 sqft532.3 sqmtNo recent sales–

Recent transactions in The Distinction

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.3M

    AED 1,485 /sqftAED 15,984 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    892 sqft82.9 sqmt1 BedOwner29 Oct 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.9M

    AED 1,329 /sqftAED 14,305 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,430 sqft132.9 sqmt2 BedsOwner29 Oct 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.3M

    AED 1,457 /sqftAED 15,683 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    892 sqft82.9 sqmt1 BedOwner28 Oct 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 3.3M

    AED 1,895 /sqftAED 20,398 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,741 sqft161.7 sqmt3 BedsOwner7 Oct 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.3M

    AED 1,718 /sqftAED 18,492 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    767 sqft71.3 sqmt1 BedOwner23 Sept 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2.5M

    AED 2,084 /sqftAED 22,432 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,214 sqft112.8 sqmt3 BedsOwner21 Sept 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.7M

    AED 1,369 /sqftAED 14,736 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,242 sqft115.4 sqmt2 BedsOwner11 Sept 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.2M

    AED 1,554 /sqftAED 16,727 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    772 sqft71.7 sqmt1 BedOwner27 Aug 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2M

    AED 1,404 /sqftAED 15,113 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,424 sqft132.3 sqmt2 BedsOwner22 Jul 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.3M

    AED 2,437 /sqftAED 26,232 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    517 sqft48 sqmtStudioOwner17 Jul 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.4M

    AED 1,061 /sqftAED 11,421 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,320 sqft122.6 sqmt2 BedsOwner26 Jun 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2M

    AED 1,616 /sqftAED 17,394 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,238 sqft115 sqmt2 BedsOwner16 Jun 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2.6M

    AED 2,093 /sqftAED 22,529 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,242 sqft115.4 sqmt2 BedsOwner10 Jun 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.1M

    AED 2,048 /sqftAED 22,044 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    520 sqft48.3 sqmtStudioOwner12 May 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 3.5M

    AED 1,987 /sqftAED 21,388 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,770 sqft164.4 sqmt3 BedsOwner2 Apr 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2.5M

    AED 1,395 /sqftAED 15,016 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,770 sqft164.4 sqmt3 BedsOwner30 Mar 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.7M

    AED 1,823 /sqftAED 19,623 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    919 sqft85.4 sqmt1 BedOwner6 Mar 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2.2M

    AED 1,777 /sqftAED 19,127 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,238 sqft115 sqmt2 BedsOwner23 Feb 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 2.2M

    AED 1,777 /sqftAED 19,127 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    1,238 sqft115 sqmt2 BedsOwner23 Feb 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 1.6M

    AED 1,738 /sqftAED 18,708 /sqmt

    ReadyApartment
    892 sqft82.9 sqmt1 BedOwner10 Feb 2026

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 185K/yr

    ApartmentNew contract
    1,770 sqft164.4 sqmt3 Bedsto

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 130K/yr

    ApartmentNew contract
    1,320 sqft122.6 sqmt2 Bedsto

  • The Distinction

    Downtown Dubai

    AED 160K/yr

    ApartmentNew contract
    1,426 sqft132.5 sqmt2 Bedsto

Every sale in The DistinctionEvery rent contract in The Distinction

Service charges in The Distinction

The 2026 service charge in The Distinction is AED 10.14 per sq ft for mixed, AED 23.82 per sq ft for homes. It is paid yearly by the owner, covers upkeep, security and shared areas, and is set by the building’s owners association and registered with the Dubai Land Department. Each parking space adds about AED 852 a year.

Service charges in The Distinction
Unit typeRate per sq ftSizeYearly charge
1 Bed Apartment (2026)AED 23.82620 sqft57.6 sqmt – 1,390 sqft129.1 sqmtAED 14,768 – AED 33,110
2 Beds Apartment (2026)AED 23.821,240 sqft115.2 sqmt – 1,860 sqft172.8 sqmtAED 29,537 – AED 44,305
3 Beds Apartment (2026)AED 23.821,210 sqft112.4 sqmt – 2,220 sqft206.2 sqmtAED 28,822 – AED 52,880
4 Beds Apartment (2026)AED 23.822,280 sqft211.8 sqmt – 2,620 sqft243.4 sqmtAED 54,310 – AED 62,408
Studio Apartment (2026)AED 23.82520 sqft48.3 sqmtAED 12,386 – AED 12,386

Source: Dubai Land Department service charge index. Rates are reviewed each year.

Available now

Properties for sale and rent in The Distinction

Units in The Distinction listed with fäm right now. Each listing has its own photos, price and the broker handling it.

Nearby amenities

Around The Distinction

Transportation near The Distinction

The nearest Dubai Metro station from The Distinction is Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (red line, 1.8 km, about 6 min drive), then Business Bay (red line, 2 km, about 6 min drive). Stations planned on new lines nearby include Burj Khalifa Road (golden line, 0.9 km, about 11 min walk) and District 1 near High Speed Rail line (golden line, 1.2 km, about 14 min walk). Most residents will drive or take a taxi to the metro.

  • Burj Khalifa RoadGolden line · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
  • District 1 near High Speed Rail lineGolden line · 1.2 km · about 14 min walk
  • Burj Khalifa/Dubai MallRed line · 1.8 km · about 6 min drive
  • Business Bay InterchangeGolden line · 2 km · about 6 min drive
  • Business BayRed line · 2 km · about 6 min drive
  • Financial CentreRed line · 2.6 km · about 7 min drive

Shopping and groceries near The Distinction

The closest is Spinneys / south bridge downtowne Dubai, 0.3 km from The Distinction (about 4 min walk).

  • Spinneys / south bridge downtowne DubaiSupermarket · 0.3 km · about 4 min walk
  • Spinneys / EMAAR Boulevard, Downtown DubaiSupermarket · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
  • Al Maya / 8 Boulevard Walk, Downtown DubaiSupermarket · 1 km · about 12 min walk
  • Dubai MallShopping Mall · 1.1 km · about 13 min walk
  • Choitram, The Executive TowersSupermarket · 1.4 km · about 5 min drive

Restaurants and hotels near The Distinction

The closest is Al Manzil Hotel, 0.4 km from The Distinction (about 5 min walk).

  • Al Manzil HotelHotel · 0.4 km · about 5 min walk
  • Vida Hotels and ResortsHotel · 0.6 km · about 7 min walk
  • The Address HotelHotel · 0.8 km · about 10 min walk
  • Qamardeen HotelHotel · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
  • Maward RestaurantRestaurant · 1.2 km · about 14 min walk

Hospitals and clinics near The Distinction

The closest is Al Amal Hospital, 2.8 km from The Distinction (about 8 min drive).

  • Al Amal HospitalHospital · 2.8 km · about 8 min drive
  • Medcare HospitalHospital · 3.7 km · about 9 min drive
  • Internationl Medical CenterHospital · 4.2 km · about 10 min drive
  • Emirates HospitalHospital · 4.3 km · about 11 min drive
  • Manchester ClinicHospital · 4.7 km · about 11 min drive

Parks and leisure near The Distinction

The closest is Dubai Bowling Centre, 2.8 km from The Distinction (about 8 min drive).

  • Dubai Bowling CentreSports Academy · 2.8 km · about 8 min drive
  • Al Quoz Pond ParkPark · 2.8 km · about 8 min drive
  • Safa ParkPark · 3.4 km · about 9 min drive
  • Meydan TheatreTheatre House · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
  • Meydan Grandstand and RacecourseStadium · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive

Schools near The Distinction

The nearest is Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)), 2.4 km away. Ratings are the KHDA's latest inspection grades.

  • Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C))UK · KHDA: Very good · 2.4 km
  • Japanese SchoolJapanese · KHDA: Good · 2.6 km
  • GEMS Our Own Indian SchoolIndian · KHDA: Very good · 2.6 km
  • Dubai International Private School - BrAmerican · KHDA: Good · 2.6 km
  • Global Indian International School L.L.CIndian · KHDA: Good · 2.7 km
  • JSS Private School L.L.CIndian · KHDA: Very good · 2.7 km

Other buildings in Downtown Dubai

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Things to consider about The Distinction

In its favour

  • An active resale market: 25 sales in the last year make it easier to price and to sell.
  • A median gross yield of 6.9% on recent sales.
  • Ready to move into or let, with no construction risk.
  • Several schools within 3 km.

Worth checking

  • Service charges of up to AED 23.82 per sq ft are on the higher side for Dubai.
  • The nearest running metro station is 1.8 km away, so a car helps.

Specialists

Brokers who know The Distinction

These brokers handle sales and lettings in The Distinction and can tell you what is available now.

FAQs

The Distinction: questions answered

The Distinction was developed by DAMAC in Downtown Dubai.

The Distinction is completed in Q1 2017.

Across its 20 most recent registered sales, The Distinction sold for a median of AED 1,728 per sq ft and AED 1.8M per unit.

Recent yearly contracts in The Distinction have a median rent of AED 160.0K.

The median gross yield on recently sold units in The Distinction is 6.9%: the rent the unit earned over its purchase price, before costs.

The 2026 service charge for residential units in The Distinction is AED 23.82 per sq ft a year, as registered with the Dubai Land Department.

The Distinction has Studio (520 sq ft), 1 Bed (620 to 1,390 sq ft), 2 Beds (1,240 to 1,860 sq ft), 3 Beds (1,210 to 2,220 sq ft), 4 Beds (2,280 to 2,620 sq ft), Commercial (1,920 to 5,730 sq ft).

Burj Khalifa Road is about 0.9 km from The Distinction.

The nearest schools include Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)) (2.4 km), Japanese School (2.6 km), GEMS Our Own Indian School (2.6 km).

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