Short answer: The Sustainable City Yiti is a USD 1 billion net-zero community being built by Diamond Developers with Oman's OMRAN Group on the coast about 30 minutes from central Muscat. It is an approved freehold (ITC) project, so buyers of any nationality get full title, pay a one-time 3% registration fee and qualify for Oman residency. Studios originally listed from around OMR 55,000; by mid-2026 available apartments start closer to OMR 86,000.
Sustainable City Yiti price is one of the most-searched Oman property queries from buyers in the UK, Pakistan and the Gulf, and until now there has been surprisingly little clear information in one place. This 2026 guide covers what the project actually is, what homes cost today, how the freehold and residency rules work, and how Yiti compares with Oman's other freehold communities on price.
What is The Sustainable City Yiti?
The Sustainable City Yiti (often written TSC Yiti) is the Omani edition of the Sustainable City concept that Diamond Developers first built in Dubai. The Muscat project is a joint venture with OMRAN Group, Oman's state tourism development company, with an announced investment value of close to one billion US dollars and a site of roughly one million square metres along the Gulf of Oman at Yiti, south-east of Muscat.
The community is designed around low-carbon living: solar generation, recycled water, car-free residential clusters, urban farming and green education facilities. The developer's stated aim is for it to rank among the largest operational sustainable communities in the world.
The masterplan: villas, apartments and The Arc
The residential programme announced for the project includes:
- About 300 villas, typically 3 and 4 bedrooms, many with a maid's room
- Around 1,225 apartments, from studios up to 3 bedrooms
- The Arc, launched in July 2025: a landmark collection of 132 luxury serviced residences
Construction is phased, district by district, so handovers and availability change over time. The nearby Yiti area is also home to AIDA, the separate DarGlobal and OMRAN clifftop development, which together are turning this stretch of coast into Muscat's next big freehold address.
Sustainable City Yiti prices in 2026
Because the project sells in phases, prices have moved considerably since launch:
| Unit type | Indicative pricing |
|---|---|
| Studios (early phases) | listed from about OMR 55,000 - 62,000 |
| Apartments available mid-2026 | from about OMR 86,000 |
| 1-3 bedroom apartments | rising with floor, view and phase |
| 3-4 bedroom villas | significantly higher, phase-dependent |
The developer has offered a 30/70 payment plan with a small booking fee in past releases. Treat all of these figures as indicative: phase pricing, resale supply and payment terms change quickly, and serviced products like The Arc price differently from standard apartments.
For context, the median asking price across Muscat's established freehold communities is 991 OMR per square metre on our live Oman property price index, with Al Mouj at the premium end around 2,279 OMR per square metre. Yiti launch pricing has generally sat between those two poles, which is exactly why it attracts early-cycle buyers.
Freehold rules and residency: can foreigners buy in Yiti?
Yes. The Sustainable City Yiti is an approved Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC), which is the legal structure that lets buyers of any nationality own 100% freehold property in Oman under Royal Decree 12/2006. That means:
- Registered title deed in your name, with full inheritance rights
- A one-time registration fee of about 3%, then no annual property tax
- No capital gains tax and no tax on rental income for individuals
- Residency: any ITC purchase qualifies the owner and immediate family for a renewable property owner visa, and investments of OMR 250,000 or more can qualify for Oman's 5-year golden residency (OMR 500,000 for the 10-year tier)
The full rules are covered in our ITC freehold guide for foreigners and our Oman golden visa guide.
Yiti vs Oman's other freehold communities
How does Yiti fit alongside the established options?
- Al Mouj (The Wave): Muscat's premium marina address, deepest resale market, highest prices per square metre
- Muscat Hills: mature golf community, mid-market resale value
- Jebel Sifah: the coastal resort just down the shore from Yiti, with Oman's lowest freehold entry at OMR 35,625
- Sultan Haitham City: the new inland master-planned city, new-build entry from about OMR 92,000
- Yiti (TSC and AIDA): the emerging early-cycle play, buying into a coastline that is still under construction
Early-cycle projects offer launch pricing but carry construction timelines; established communities offer immediate rental income. Many buyers split the difference. You can compare live availability and prices across every community on our property portal and the dedicated page for property for sale in Muscat.
How to buy in Yiti
Our own live inventory concentrates on communities with immediate availability, and Yiti allocations move quickly between phases. The practical route:
- Decide your budget and whether you need a completed home or can wait for a phased handover.
- Tell our team what you are looking for; we source current Yiti and AIDA availability, including resale units, alongside comparable stock in Jebel Sifah and Al Mouj.
- Reserve, sign the sale agreement, follow the payment plan, then register the title and apply for the owner visa.
The whole process can be handled remotely with a power of attorney.
FAQ
What is the starting price in The Sustainable City Yiti?
Early-phase studios listed from around OMR 55,000 to 62,000. By mid-2026, available apartments start closer to OMR 86,000, and villas price significantly higher. Figures are indicative and change by phase and resale supply.
Can foreigners buy property in Yiti?
Yes. The Sustainable City Yiti is an approved ITC, so any nationality can own 100% freehold property with a registered title deed under Royal Decree 12/2006.
Does buying in Yiti give Oman residency?
Yes. Any ITC purchase qualifies the owner and immediate family for a renewable property owner visa. Purchases of OMR 250,000 or more can qualify for the 5-year golden residency.
Who is the developer of The Sustainable City Yiti?
Diamond Developers, the Dubai-based group behind The Sustainable City brand, in partnership with OMRAN Group, Oman's state tourism development company. The announced investment value is close to USD 1 billion.
Is Yiti a good investment compared with Al Mouj or Jebel Sifah?
They serve different strategies. Yiti offers early-cycle launch pricing on a coastline still being built out; Al Mouj offers a deep resale and rental market today; Jebel Sifah offers the lowest entry price at OMR 35,625. Compare all three on our live price index before deciding.
