Muscat Bay

Boutique luxury coastal ITC in a secluded bay near Muscat, set between the Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman — 100% freehold to any nationality.

AED 550k Median starting price
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Area Overview

Description

Muscat Bay is a boutique luxury coastal Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC) nestled in a secluded cove near Muscat, surrounded by the Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman. As an official ITC, property is 100% freehold for buyers of any nationality. Inventory includes 1 to 3-bedroom apartments, luxury townhouses, and waterfront villas (such as LUMA and Zen Residences). Amenities include a private marina, beach club, wellness spa, and five-star resort facilities.

Price Analysis

Muscat Bay: property prices and market data

Muscat Bay sits in the mid-to-upper segment of Muscat’s ITC market, below prime Al Mouj waterfront pricing. Indicative prices below are based on Savills Oman listings and project data; 1 OMR is about USD 2.60 or AED 9.58.

OMR 650-1,100 Apartment price per sqm (AED 6,200-10,500)
5-7% Estimated gross yield for apartments
3% Property transfer fee, the only transaction cost
Type (all ready) Price from (OMR) Price from (AED approx.)
1-bedroom apartment ~161,000 ~1.54M
2-bedroom apartment ~259,000 ~2.48M
3-bedroom duplex (Zaha) ~450,000 ~4.31M
3-4 bedroom villa ~500,000 ~4.78M
5-bedroom Grand Hilltop villa ~1,300,000+ ~12.4M+
AED 550,000 Zen Residences, price from (handover Q4 2026)
AED 950,860 LUMA Residences, price from (completed)

Infrastructure

  • An exclusive coastal ITC resort in Bandar Jissah offering 100% foreign freehold property ownership.

    • Muscat International Airport (MCT) (30 min drive) — international airport accessed via Al Jissah Street

    • Al Jissah Street (2 min drive) — scenic mountain highway connecting the bay to central Muscat

    • Sultan Qaboos Road (15 min drive) — primary expressway into downtown commercial districts

    • Muscat International Airport: 30 min

    • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque: 25 min

    • Downtown Muscat: 20 min

    • Muttrah Souq: 15 min

    • Jumeirah Muscat Bay: 1 min walk

  • Residents commute to top international schools located within 20 minutes in central Muscat.

    • ABA Oman International School (20 min drive) — premier full IB World School campus

    • The Sultan’s School (25 min drive) — leading bilingual and international curriculum school

    • British School Muscat (25 min drive) — UK curriculum campus, rated Outstanding

  • Medical needs are covered by tertiary private hospitals located 20 minutes away in Muscat.

    • Muscat Private Hospital (25 min drive) — established multi-specialty private healthcare center

    • Aster Royal Hospital Muscat (25 min drive) — flagship private tertiary hospital with 24/7 emergency

    • Al Nahdha Hospital (20 min drive) — government specialty hospital complex

  • A private community mosque serves the bay, with historic grand mosques in nearby Muscat.

    • Muscat Bay Community Mosque (2 min walk) — serene Friday prayer venue for villa and apartment residents

    • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (25 min drive) — national monumental cultural and religious landmark

  • Retail centers around the Village Square, backed by major shopping malls in central Muscat.

    • Muscat Bay Village Square (2 min walk) — community retail plaza with gourmet market and cafes

    • Muttrah Souq (15 min drive) — historic waterfront bazaar famous for frankincense and silver

    • Mall of Oman (25 min drive) — Oman’s largest shopping destination with 300+ stores

    • Muscat International Airport: 30 min

    • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque: 25 min

    • Downtown Muscat: 20 min

    • Muttrah Souq: 15 min

    • Jumeirah Muscat Bay: 1 min walk

  • High capital appreciation potential driven by a secluded natural bay, private beaches, and mountain trails.

    • Muscat Bay Private Beach (1 min walk) — pristine, secluded white-sand beach enclosed by the Hajar Mountains

    • Hajar Mountain Hiking Trails (1 min walk) — scenic mountain trekking trails directly surrounding the estate

    • Muscat Bay Lagoon (1 min walk) — central swimmable water feature for resort residences

  • Strong rental yield appeal driven by the 5-star Jumeirah Muscat Bay resort and luxury beach clubs.

    • Jumeirah Muscat Bay Resort Dining (2 min walk) — 5-star resort featuring Per Hotides beach bar and Brezza

    • Shangri-La Al Husn Resort (10 min drive) — cliffside luxury resort offering fine dining and private beach

    • Al Bustan Palace Ritz-Carlton (12 min drive) — iconic beachfront palace hotel with luxury spa

Developers in Muscat Bay

FAQ

  • Who is the developer?

    The development is a joint venture involving OMRAN alongside strategic real estate partners.

  • Can foreigners buy freehold here?

    Yes—as a designated Integrated Tourism Complex, Muscat Bay is 100% freehold and open to any nationality.

  • What is available?

    1 to 3-bedroom apartments, townhouses, and standalone luxury villas across delivered and off-plan phases.

  • Does buying support residency?

    Yes—qualifying property purchases at or above OMR 250,000 support Oman's Golden Residency permit.

  • Where exactly is Muscat Bay?

    In a secluded natural bay near Muscat, framed by the Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman.

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