Mercer House

Overview

Mercer House is a twin-tower residential project by Ellington Properties in Uptown Dubai, the mixed-use quarter taking shape within the Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) district. The North Tower and the South Tower are connected by a podium given over to retail, dining and wellness, and handover is scheduled for July 2027, in the third quarter of the year.

The range runs from studios through 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, including a 2-bedroom with study, and is topped by 4-bedroom penthouses of more than 9,400 sq ft. The listed launch price is AED 2,700,000, ownership is freehold, and a three-stage payment plan runs from booking to handover.

Ellington's buildings are usually judged on design, and this one follows the pattern: curved balconies, flowing lines and wide glazing, paired with an amenity programme that includes an urban beach club, racquet courts and a pet wash station. It reads more like a private club with homes attached than a standard pool-and-gym tower.

Location and connectivity

Uptown Dubai sits on the edge of JLT, close to Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Marina, and the project's terraces overlook Uptown Plaza. The developer's published travel times are below:

• Uptown Plaza: approximately 1 minute
• DMCC Metro Station: approximately 5 minutes
• Dubai Marina Mall: approximately 6 minutes
• Montgomerie Golf Club and Ain Dubai: approximately 8 minutes
• Emirates Golf Club: approximately 10 minutes
• Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse: approximately 11 minutes
• Ibn Battuta Mall: approximately 12 minutes
• Mall of the Emirates: approximately 15 minutes
• Palm Jumeirah: approximately 17 minutes
• Burj Al Arab: approximately 18 minutes
• Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa: approximately 22 minutes
• DIFC and Al Maktoum International Airport: approximately 25 minutes
• Dubai International Airport: approximately 30 minutes

Two things stand out. Both of the city's airports are within about half an hour, which matters to owners who travel often. And the metro station is close, which widens the pool of tenants who do not drive.

The residences

Mercer House lists apartments for sale in Dubai across six layouts, from compact studios to 4-bedroom penthouses. Both towers carry the same apartment mix, with only a slight difference in the penthouse sizes. The ranges below are the developer's published figures in square feet:

• Studio: 513 to 590 sq ft
• 1 bedroom: 931 to 972 sq ft
• 2 bedroom: 1,375 to 1,495 sq ft
• 2 bedroom plus study: 1,589 to 1,680 sq ft
• 3 bedroom: 2,135 to 2,597 sq ft
• 4-bedroom penthouse: 9,455 to 9,485 sq ft in the North Tower, 9,455 to 9,456 sq ft in the South Tower

The spread is wide. A studio for sale Dubai investors could let to a single professional starts at 513 sq ft, while the 3-bedroom plans reach almost 2,600 sq ft. The 2-bedroom with study is the flexible middle option: the extra room works as a home office or a small guest room.

If you are looking for a penthouse for sale Dubai residents would treat as a primary home rather than a weekend base, the 4-bedroom penthouses are the signature units. Each is over 9,400 sq ft, with skyline views and premium finishes.

Across the towers, the design uses floor-to-ceiling glazing, private balconies and contemporary interiors. Depending on floor and orientation, views take in Ain Dubai, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Islands and the Arabian Gulf.

Amenities

The amenity list is long and organised around wellness, sport and social life.

Wellness

• Indoor and outdoor fitness studios
• Yoga studio
• Scenic sauna and ice room
• Steam and shower facilities
• Adult swimming pool and family swimming pool
• Residential clubhouse

Social and leisure

• Urban beach club with beach bar
• Integrated pool bar
• Serenity lounge
• Open terraces overlooking Uptown Plaza
• BBQ deck
• Collaboration hub and co-working spaces
• Retail and food and beverage outlets

Sports and games

• Indoor paddle court and indoor squash court
• Multi-sports hall
• Interactive cycling area
• Arcade-themed games room, karaoke area and games tables

Families, pets and daily convenience

• Children's play area
• Pet play area and pet wash station
• Bicycle parking with wash area
• EV charging stations
• Hotel-style drop-off and concierge lobby

About the developer

Ellington Properties is a boutique Dubai developer with a design-led approach. Its buildings are known for architecture and interiors, with close attention to finishes and detail rather than sheer scale.

That position puts Ellington at the design-focused end of Dubai real estate. Buyers who have walked through other Ellington projects will recognise the same priorities at Mercer House: considered layouts, premium materials and shared spaces that residents actually use.

Pricing and payment plan

The listed launch price for Mercer House is AED 2,700,000. Prices for each layout are not published here, and with units ranging from studios to penthouses of over 9,400 sq ft, the price per home varies widely. Ask us for the current price list for the tower and layout you are considering.

Both towers follow the same three-stage plan:

• 20% on booking
• 50% during construction
• 30% on handover

The booking payment is larger than on a two-stage plan, but the handover balance is smaller, which can make financing at completion easier to arrange. When you assess any payment plan Dubai developers offer, ask for the construction instalments by date, so you can match them against your own cash flow.

Buyer's guide for this project

A few points are specific to Mercer House and worth settling before you sign:

• DLD fee: the Dubai Land Department charges 4% of the purchase price to register the sale. On a price of AED 2,700,000, that is AED 108,000.
• Escrow: off-plan payments go into the project's escrow account, regulated by RERA. Confirm that the account on your payment instructions matches the registered account for the tower you are buying in.
• North or South Tower: the layouts are the same, but the view and orientation differ, so check the exact unit and floor.
• Service charges: a building with a beach club, racquet courts and concierge will carry running costs, so ask for the estimated service charge per square foot.
• Handover clause: read the section on the July 2027 completion date and any permitted delay period.

Mahboob Estate is a real estate agency Dubai buyers rely on to compare towers and layouts, review the sale documents and follow each payment through to handover.

Who it suits

Young professionals working in JLT, Dubai Marina or DIFC can use the studios and 1-bedroom apartments, with the metro station a short drive away.

Families will look at the 2-bedroom with study and the 3-bedroom plans, the family pool and the children's play area. Pet owners get a dedicated play area and a wash station on site.

Investors who want to buy property in Dubai with a staged payment plan and freehold title can choose between compact studios and larger family units. For Dubai property investment, the decision usually comes down to the price of the specific unit and the expected rent, so ask for both figures before you commit.

Penthouse buyers after floor area and a club-style building should note that the penthouses are by far the largest homes in the project. For anyone weighing luxury apartments Dubai developers will deliver in 2027, Mercer House pairs Ellington's design with a full set of shared facilities.

Frequently asked questions

When is the handover of Mercer House?

Handover is scheduled for July 2027, in the third quarter of the year. The exact date is set out in the sale agreement.

Is Mercer House freehold?

Yes. The development offers freehold ownership, as stated by the developer.

What is the payment plan?

You pay 20% on booking, 50% during construction and 30% on handover, in both the North and South Towers.

What unit types are available?

Studios, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments with a study, and 4-bedroom penthouses of more than 9,400 sq ft.

How do I compare it with other projects?

Speak to Mahboob Estate. We can set Mercer House against other off-plan projects Dubai has under way and other properties for sale in Dubai at a similar budget, using current price lists.