{"id":10950,"date":"2026-05-10T10:02:27","date_gmt":"2026-05-10T10:02:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/second-home.uk\/?p=10950"},"modified":"2026-05-10T10:02:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T10:02:27","slug":"dar-global-launches-waterfront-apartments-in-qetaifan-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/second-home.uk\/?p=10950","title":{"rendered":"DAR Global launches waterfront apartments in Qetaifan Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>DAR Global has launched Sea La Vie Qatar, a waterfront residential development on Qetaifan Island North in Doha, comprising one-bedroom plus den apartments ranging from 88 to 253 square metres.<\/p>\n<p>The project is located within the Qetaifan Island North district, positioned one minute from Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North, Meryal Waterpark, and Azure Beach, and 25 minutes from Hamad International Airport.<\/p>\n<h2>Pricing and payment structure<\/h2>\n<p>Units are priced from approximately QAR 1.8 million (\u00a3390,000). The payment plan requires a 20% deposit, 60% during construction, and 20% on completion. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2030.<\/p>\n<p>The development offers 100% foreign ownership and aligns with Qatar\u2019s investor residency programme, which provides pathways to permanent residency for qualifying property purchases. Qatar does not levy property tax on residential real estate.<\/p>\n<h2>Market positioning<\/h2>\n<p>Qatar\u2019s residential property market has attracted increased international attention following infrastructure development linked to the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The country has continued investing in tourism and hospitality infrastructure as part of its economic diversification strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Qetaifan Island North is being developed as an integrated waterfront district incorporating hospitality, entertainment, and residential components. The area forms part of Qatar\u2019s broader tourism expansion plans.<\/p>\n<p>Waterfront residential supply in Doha remains more limited compared to Dubai\u2019s coastal inventory. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertywire.com\/news\/super-prime-property-market-limited-to-180-homes-above-15m\/\">Prime property markets<\/a> in the Gulf region have experienced varying levels of development maturity, with Qatar positioned at an earlier stage than some neighbouring markets.<\/p>\n<h2>Regional context<\/h2>\n<p>The development enters the market as Gulf Cooperation Council countries continue to attract international real estate investment. While Dubai remains the region\u2019s most established international property market, Qatar has been working to increase its profile among global investors.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>Recent trends in Gulf markets have shown increased interest in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertywire.com\/news\/tenanted-property-auction-sales-jump-70-as-landlords-exit\/\">investment properties<\/a> offering residency benefits and tax advantages. Qatar\u2019s regulatory framework allows foreign ownership in designated investment zones, including Qetaifan Island North.<\/p>\n<p>DAR Global operates across multiple GCC markets and international locations. The company has previously delivered branded residential projects in partnership with hospitality operators.<\/p>\n<h2>District development<\/h2>\n<p>Qetaifan Island North includes Meryal Waterpark, which opened as part of the district\u2019s entertainment infrastructure. The area also features the Rixos Premium hotel and Azure Beach facilities.<\/p>\n<p>The district is located seven minutes from Lusail, a planned city north of Doha that hosted the 2022 World Cup final and includes commercial, residential, and entertainment developments.<\/p>\n<p>Qatar\u2019s National Vision 2030 development strategy emphasises tourism growth and economic diversification beyond hydrocarbon revenues. The country recorded 4 million tourist arrivals in 2023, according to government statistics.<\/p>\n<p>The apartments include den spaces designed to function as home offices or additional living areas. Unit layouts reflect design trends toward flexible residential space that emerged during the pandemic period.<\/p>\n<p>Sea La Vie Qatar targets end-users, second-home buyers, and investors considering short-term rental income opportunities. The proximity to hospitality and entertainment facilities positions the development for potential holiday rental demand.<\/p>\n<p>Market observers note that waterfront developments in emerging Gulf districts have historically experienced price appreciation during infrastructure maturation phases, though past performance does not guarantee future results. The project\u2019s extended construction timeline through 2030 reflects the scale of ongoing district development in the area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DAR Global has launched Sea La Vie Qatar, a waterfront residential development on Qetaifan Island North in Doha, comprising one-bedroom plus den apartments ranging from 88 to 253 square metres. 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