The Sustainable City Yiti or The Arc: Which New-Build Home Fits Your Priorities?
Oman’s overall real estate price index rose 15.9% year on year in Q1 2026, while the residential segment increased 17.6%. In Yiti, The Sustainable City – Yiti offers published entry pricing from $142,953 and a December 2027 handover, whereas The Arc targets buyers seeking larger 2–4-bedroom formats with pricing available on request.
Choosing between The Sustainable City Yiti and The Arc is less about selecting a universally “better” project and more about matching the unit to your budget, preferred layout and decision timeline. Both are by Diamond Developers in Yiti, but they present buyers with different starting points: one has published prices and a stated handover date, while the other is positioned around larger apartments, duplexes and penthouses with individual pricing enquiries.
The market backdrop matters. The National Centre for Statistics and Information reported a 15.9% annual increase in Oman’s overall real estate price index in Q1 2026. Residential real estate prices rose 17.6% over the same period, while residential land prices in Muscat rose 43.6%. These are national and Muscat land indicators (see Oman property market in figures), not a valuation forecast for either Yiti project. They do, however, underline why buyers should compare like-for-like homes and contract terms rather than rely on broad market headlines.
Two Yiti options, two starting points
The Sustainable City – Yiti (from $142,953) is a Diamond Developers project in Yiti with studios through 4-bedroom residences. Its published starting price is $142,953, or 54,982 OMR, and the stated handover is December 2027. The range covers entry-level apartments as well as larger villa formats, allowing buyers to begin with budget and bedroom count before moving to a specific unit.
Within this project, The Plaza – 1-Bedroom Apartment starts from $232,573, or 89,451 OMR, with handover stated as December 2027. Buyers who need a larger family-oriented format can also review the published Sustainable District – Courtyard Villa 3 Bedroom from $620,742, or 238,747 OMR, with the same December 2027 handover. The exact delivery date for any selected unit must be fixed in the sale and purchase agreement.
The Arc, also by Diamond Developers in Yiti, is a separate choice for buyers focused on 2–4-bedroom apartments, duplexes and penthouses. Its price is available on request. No handover date is stated in the verified project information used for this comparison, so a buyer should request the current developer price list, unit specification, payment schedule and contractual completion date before treating it as comparable with a December 2027 option.
The Sustainable City – Yiti has a published starting point of $142,953 and a stated December 2027 handover. The Arc offers 2–4-bedroom apartments, duplexes and penthouses, but its price is on request and its unit-specific completion date should be confirmed in the contract.
When The Sustainable City Yiti is the clearer fit
A defined entry budget matters
The Sustainable City – Yiti is easier to shortlist when you want a visible financial entry point. A studio-to-4-bedroom mix gives a buyer room to compare compact apartments against larger homes in one development. For example, The Plaza – 1-Bedroom Apartment (from $232,573) provides a published reference for a one-bedroom home, rather than requiring an initial price request.
This matters for an investor building a purchase budget around down payment timing, instalments and closing costs. It also helps an owner-occupier decide whether to prioritise an apartment now or wait for a villa format. Published starting prices do not replace a formal quotation: availability, orientation, floor level, area and inclusions can change the price of an individual unit.
You want an identified delivery horizon
December 2027 is the published handover date for The Sustainable City – Yiti and the specified Plaza and Sustainable District units above. That makes the project more straightforward for buyers whose relocation, portfolio allocation or financing plan has a defined timeframe. The precise completion deadline, notice provisions and handover conditions should still be checked in the contract for the chosen property.
On a practical level, a buyer planning a permanent move to Muscat benefits more from two test visits to Yiti at different times of day than from an architectural presentation alone. Check the drive, surrounding terrain, routes to daily services and how the specific unit’s outlook fits your lifestyle. Explore the wider Yiti area alongside the unit plan. If you are also weighing seafront communities closer to the city, see our comparison Muscat Bay vs Al Mouj: where to buy a seafront apartment.
When The Arc may be the stronger option
Your priority is larger-format living
The Arc begins at 2 bedrooms and extends to 4-bedroom apartments, duplexes and penthouses. That makes it relevant for buyers who already know that a studio or one-bedroom apartment will not meet their space requirements. A penthouse or duplex may offer a different internal layout and outdoor configuration from a conventional apartment, but the decision should be based on the actual floor plan, net area, view, parking allocation and specification schedule.
For a view of the upper end of the collection, The Arc – Penthouse 4 Bedroom (Price on request) shows the type of residence available. Price on request is not a weakness by itself; it means the buyer needs a current written offer before comparing the home against alternatives.
You can assess a bespoke quotation carefully
A price-on-request purchase requires more disciplined due diligence. Ask for the exact unit number, total price in the contract currency, payment milestones, what is included, expected service charges when available, and the contractual handover date. Do not compare a quoted duplex or penthouse against the published starting price of a smaller apartment: they are different products with different space, layout and likely buyer use cases.
Buyers looking specifically at apartment inventory can also review Apartments across Oman to test whether The Arc’s layouts suit their requirements better than other new-build options.
Do not treat the December 2027 handover published for The Sustainable City – Yiti as a timeline for The Arc. For any unit with price on request, obtain the current commercial offer and ensure the exact handover date is stated in the signed contract.
Ownership, taxes and the purchase decision
As of the publication date, foreigners can buy freehold property in Integrated Tourism Complexes (ITCs) and in a few specially designated zones such as Sultan Haitham City, so ownership conditions must be checked for the exact unit being purchased. The Sustainable City – Yiti is presented as ITC freehold. Do not assume the legal status of another residence merely because it is in the same broader area; verify title, ownership rights and unit documentation before reservation.
As of the publication date, the registration fee for foreign buyers is 3% of the property value. Fixed government charges for a non-Omani buyer are 5 OMR for the application, 25 OMR for the transaction form, 10 OMR for the title deed and 2 OMR for the contract. These purchase-registration costs are separate from VAT.
As of the publication date, the first sale of residential real estate is subject to 5% VAT, while a residential resale is exempt from VAT. Confirm whether VAT is included or added to the quoted price and request a clear cost breakdown before signing. For a broader process checklist, see How to Buy Property in Oman as a Foreigner: Step-by-Step Guide 2026.
Which buyer profile does each project suit?
Our assessment: compare the actual unit, not the project name
The Sustainable City Yiti is the more transparent choice if your first filter is a published budget and a stated December 2027 handover. The Arc deserves priority if your brief starts with 2–4 bedrooms, a duplex or a penthouse and you are willing to evaluate an individual quotation in detail.
We recommend requesting two comparable offers before making a reservation: one for the exact Sustainable City unit you would buy and one for the exact Arc unit you would buy. Compare total price, size, layout, payment schedule, handover commitment, ownership documents and tax treatment line by line. That approach gives a clearer answer than comparing a starting price with a price-on-request residence.
- National Centre for Statistics and Information
- Tax Authority Oman
- Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning
This article is general market information, not legal, tax or investment advice. Prices, availability, payment terms, ownership documentation and handover dates must be confirmed with the developer and recorded in the contract for the selected unit.
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The Sustainable City Yiti and The Arc: Buyer Questions
What is the starting price at The Sustainable City Yiti?
The Sustainable City – Yiti starts from $142,953, or 54,982 OMR. The published range includes studios through 4-bedroom residences.
When is The Sustainable City Yiti scheduled for handover?
The stated handover is December 2027. The exact completion date for the selected unit should be confirmed and fixed in the sale and purchase agreement.
What types of homes are available at The Arc in Yiti?
The Arc offers 2–4-bedroom apartments, duplexes and penthouses. Its pricing is available on request.
Does The Arc have a published handover date?
No handover date is stated in the verified project information used for this comparison. Request the current unit offer and confirm the contractual handover date before committing.
What taxes and registration fees apply to foreign buyers in Oman?
As of the publication date, foreign-buyer registration is charged at 3% of the property value, with fixed administrative fees. The first sale of residential real estate is subject to 5% VAT; residential resales are exempt from VAT.
