The short answer
Goldcrest Bay Sands is a group of three beachfront towers by Giga Group on plots 3, 4 and 15 of HMR Waterfront, DHA Phase 8, Karachi, with one- to five-bedroom apartments and duplexes. The first phase is due for handover in 2028, and new units are on sale in the next phase, Goldcrest Bay Sands II.
Goldcrest Bay Sands apartment sizes
Giga Group’s own site lists these sizes for Tower 2. The larger four- and five-bedroom units are duplexes with big terraces.
| Type | Sizes (sq ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 bed | 862, 896 and 1,096 |
| 2 bed | 1,581, 1,827 and 2,023 |
| 3 bed | 2,666, 2,739 and 3,090 |
| 4 and 5 bed duplexes | Ask an adviser |
Who builds Goldcrest Bay Sands?
Giga Group builds Goldcrest Bay Sands. Giga is run by the elder brother of HMR Group’s chairman and still holds shares in HMR, and the Goldcrest name goes back to the Goldcrest Views towers the family built in Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai. The architect is Arch Vision Plus.
HMR Waterfront’s page describes the towers as 33 storeys, while Giga’s brochure says 40. Ask for the specific tower’s floor count if height matters to your choice.
Amenities at Goldcrest Bay Sands
- An infinity pool, gym, sauna and salon
- A cinema, business centre, community hall and lounge
- A cafeteria, daycare, children’s play area and indoor games
- Tennis and basketball courts and a yoga deck
- Double-height showrooms at the base
Buying at Goldcrest Bay Sands now
The first-phase towers are due in 2028 and sell through resales. New apartments from the developer are on sale in Goldcrest Bay Sands II, where a one-bedroom of 862 sq ft was listed at about PKR 3.5 to 3.6 crore in October 2026.
Running costs at Goldcrest Bay Sands
HMR estimates maintenance across HMR Waterfront at PKR 35 to 40 per sq ft per month once the community is running, covering security, cleaning, the clubhouse and shared facilities. At that rate, monthly charges at Goldcrest Bay Sands work out as follows.
| Apartment | Maintenance per month (PKR, estimate) |
|---|---|
| 1 bed | 30,170 to 34,480 |
| 2 bed | 55,335 to 63,240 |
| 3 bed | 93,310 to 106,640 |
| 3 bed, largest | 108,150 to 123,600 |
Budget separately for the transfer charges and taxes due when the apartment is transferred into your name. An adviser can quote them for the specific unit.
Goldcrest Bay Sands compared with other HMR Waterfront towers
| Tower | Status | Handover | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldcrest Bay Sands | Resales only | 2028 | Ask an adviser |
| Beach Terraces by Metro | New apartments on sale | December 2030 | PKR 41,000 per sq ft (partial sea view, Oct 2026) |
| The Tilt | New apartments on sale | December 2030 | About PKR 45,000 per sq ft (sea-facing, Oct 2026) |
| Goldcrest Bay Sands II | New apartments on sale | Not published | About PKR 3.5 crore for 862 sq ft (Oct 2026) |
See the HMR Waterfront guide for every tower, the payment plan and how buyers’ money is protected.
