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Dubai: Lucretia focuses on the luxury resale market

By Ralph BERTUCCI · · 4 min read

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Dubai: Lucretia focuses on the luxury resale market

On 27 September 2026, Lucretia presented on Instagram its selection of exceptional resale properties in Dubai: villas on Palm Jumeirah, penthouses facing the skyline and architect-designed homes in Dubai Hills Estate.

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In a post published on 27 September 2026 on our Instagram account @lucretia_immobilier, Lucretia set out a clear position on luxury resale property in Dubai: offer only the very best the secondary market has to give. Villas on Palm Jumeirah, penthouses overlooking the skyline, architect-designed homes in Dubai Hills Estate: our international real estate advisory firm selects existing properties you can visit, touch and live in right now.

The video stages a simple exchange between a client preparing her move to Dubai and our team, who promises her "a few gems" to view on site. A short message that sums up how we work: access to rare, sometimes off-market properties, and discreet support from start to finish.

@lucretia_immobilier · 27 September 2026

At Lucretia, we have made a choice: to offer only the best. Villas on the Palm, penthouses with skyline views, architect-designed homes in Dubai Hills… We carefully select the finest properties on Dubai's secondary market. These are existing homes you can visit, touch and live in right now. Our role is to give you access to rare, sometimes confidential properties, and to support you with the discretion and level of service such a project deserves. Looking for an exceptional property in Dubai? Our agents will open the doors for you. #Dubai #ImmobilierDeLuxe #DubaiRealEstate #PalmJumeirah #MarcheSecondaire

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Key takeaways

  • On 27 September 2026, Lucretia published a video on its Instagram account @lucretia_immobilier showcasing its selection of luxury resale properties in Dubai.
  • The selection covers three property types: villas on Palm Jumeirah, penthouses with views of the Dubai skyline and architect-designed homes in Dubai Hills Estate.
  • The properties featured are existing homes, ready to view and move into immediately, as opposed to new developments sold off-plan.
  • Lucretia says it provides access to rare, sometimes off-market properties, with support from its agents based in Dubai.

Luxury resale property in Dubai: the clear-sighted choice

Buying on Dubai's secondary market means buying a completed property: what you view is exactly what you get. The actual location, the view, the quality of finishes, the condition of common areas and the feel of the neighbourhood can all be checked on site, with no need to rely on a floor plan or a scale model.

This meets a specific need among our international clients: settling in quickly, renting out without waiting for construction, or having a second home usable from the day the keys are handed over. Off-plan still has its strengths, notably staggered payment plans; resale offers immediacy and visibility. To place both options within today's market dynamics, our guide Dubai real estate market: trends and outlook gives an overview.

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Palm Jumeirah, skyline, Dubai Hills: three addresses, three lifestyles

The three property types mentioned in the post match distinct life projects:

  • Palm Jumeirah villas: direct beach access and the scarcity of land on the man-made island make it one of the city's most sought-after addresses.
  • Penthouses with skyline views: top-floor residences prized for their views and privacy, in the heart of the liveliest districts.
  • Architect-designed homes in Dubai Hills Estate: a green residential community built around its golf course and parks, popular with families.

In this high-end segment, truly exceptional supply is limited, and some transactions are negotiated away from public listings. That is precisely where our local presence makes the difference.

What to check before buying an existing property

An exceptional property is judged beyond the viewing. Before any offer, we work with our legal partners to verify the title deed and freehold status, confirm there is no mortgage or unpaid service charges, assess the property's technical condition and review service charge levels. We also analyse the real rental potential and the depth of the resale market in the specific micro-location.

On costs, the purchase involves registration and brokerage fees that should be built into the budget from the outset; our guide Dubai property taxation: what an investor actually pays details what a buyer really pays.

What it means for investors

For investors, Dubai's luxury resale market offers a decisive advantage: returns can be assessed on concrete grounds. An existing property lets you benchmark against rents in the same building or community, start renting without waiting for handover and gauge resale value from comparable transactions. Individuals pay no tax on rental income or on property capital gains in Dubai, which adds to the appeal of assets that start working from day one.

We do recommend deciding on the use first (main residence, holiday let, long-term rental, family wealth), then the address: a villa on Palm Jumeirah and a home in Dubai Hills Estate serve neither the same tenant profile nor the same holding horizon. To place this choice within an overall strategy, see our page Invest in Dubai.

Lucretia supports you from defining your project to receiving the keys: property selection, organised on-site viewings, legal checks, negotiation and, if needed, interior design. Since every wealth situation is different, we build a tailored strategy with you.

Source: Original post on Instagram (@lucretia_immobilier) — 27 September 2026

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About the author

Ralph BERTUCCI

Ralph BERTUCCI

Consultant Manager

With over 6 years of experience in real estate, notably as a property trader, Ralph is a key expert at Lucretia. His keen eye and attention to detail make him a valuable ally for investors in Dubai. Passionate about his profession, he puts his expertise at the service of his clients, offering strategic advice and guiding them toward the best opportunities on the market, while ensuring their profitability is maximized.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the resale market and off-plan in Dubai?
The resale market covers properties already built and sold on by their owners, ready to view and move into immediately. Off-plan refers to new developments sold before completion and delivered later, usually with a staggered payment plan.
Can an existing luxury property be rented out straight away?
Yes, a completed property can be rented out as soon as the purchase is finalised, either long-term or as a holiday let, subject to the required permits. Rents in the building or community provide a concrete basis for estimating yield, although it is never guaranteed.
How does Lucretia access off-market properties?
Thanks to our local presence in Dubai and our network of owners, agents and partners, some of the properties we offer are never publicly listed. Our agents arrange on-site viewings with complete discretion. Source: Original post on Instagram (@lucretia_immobilier) — 27 September 2026

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