Albero vs Valia
Side by side on price, unit sizes, payment plan and handover.
Where each one wins
Drawn from the two developments' published prices, plans and handover targets.
Lower entry price
Albero starts 7% lower, at AED 1,813,888 against AED 1,960,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
More space for the money
On average Albero works out at about AED 2,299 per sq ft against AED 2,518 at Valia.
Sooner to complete
Albero is targeted for Q3 2029, ahead of Valia in Q3 2030. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Albero | Valia |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Emaar Properties |
| Location | Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai | Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Off-plan |
| Handover | Q3 2029 | Q3 2030 |
| Price from | AED 1,813,888 | AED 1,960,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,299 | 2,518 |
| Home types | Apartments, townhouses | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 1 to 4 bed |
| Sizes | 754 to 4,165 sq ft | 816 to 2,561 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10/70/20 | 20/60/20 |
| Due before handover | 80% | 80% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 73,576 | AED 79,420 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | 479 | 491 |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Starting prices for the same home type
| Home type | Albero | Valia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,813,888754 to 770 sq ft | AED 2,100,000816 to 829 sq ft | AED 286,112 more at Valia |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,300,0001,179 to 1,455 sq ft | AED 3,100,0001,252 sq ft | AED 200,000 more at Albero |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 4,200,0001,847 to 1,848 sq ft | AED 4,100,0001,652 to 1,694 sq ft | AED 100,000 more at Albero |
Albero
A tower of 479 homes with townhouses in Green Gate, Dubai Creek Harbour, launched by Emaar in June 2025 for Q3 2029. Emaar listed 23 units from AED 1,813,888 on 13 November 2026, the most in the quarter.
What works
- The widest current availability in Green Gate: 23 units on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026, including townhouse sizes.
- Two payment options, including a plan that completes payment before handover.
- Next to the planned community park, sports park and neighbourhood plaza.
What to weigh
- Shares its handover year with Altan and other Green Gate towers.
- Townhouses at about AED 7 million compete with villas elsewhere in Dubai.
- Property Finder lists the project as sold out, which conflicts with Emaar's inventory.
Valia
Emaar's newest Dubai Creek Harbour tower: 491 apartments over 53 storeys on a mixed-use podium, with one- to four-bedroom homes from AED 1.96 million and handover planned for Q3 2030.
What works
- Newest release in an Emaar master community that already has homes, schools, retail and a marina in use.
- Full size range from one to four bedrooms in a single tower of 491 homes.
- Handover target of Q3 2030 gives four years to pay the construction instalments.
What to weigh
- 20% is due at booking under the published plan, double the deposit on several nearby Emaar towers.
- Many Emaar towers in the same district complete between 2027 and 2030, adding resale and rental competition.
- Emaar's site showed no units on general release on 13 November 2026; availability may be limited to specific floors or a waiting list.
Albero or Valia?
Which is cheaper, Albero or Valia?
Albero has the lower starting price at AED 1,813,888, compared with AED 1,960,000 at Valia. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Albero has the earlier target (Q3 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Albero is sold on a 10/70/20 plan with 80% due before handover. Valia is sold on a 20/60/20 plan with 80% due before handover.
Are Albero and Valia by the same developer?
Yes, both are by Emaar Properties.
Want a straight answer on which to buy?
The right choice depends on your budget, timing and what the property is for. Tell us and we'll give you a recommendation, with the reasons.
- Current price list and availability, direct from the developer
- No fee to you on off-plan purchases: the developer pays us
- One salaried adviser, not on commission, from first call to handover
