Altus vs Cedar
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
Altus starts 8% lower, at AED 3,991,888 against AED 4,358,888. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Side by side
| Attribute | Altus | Cedar |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Emaar Properties |
| Location | Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai | Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q1 2029 | TBC |
| Price from | AED 3,991,888 | AED 4,358,888 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,501 | n/a |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 664 to 1,927 sq ft | n/a |
| Payment plan | 20/70/10 | On request |
| Due before handover | 90% | n/a |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 160,696 | AED 175,376 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | n/a |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Altus
Two Emaar towers near Creek Beach in Dubai Creek Harbour, launched December 2024 for Q1 2029. On 13 November 2026 Emaar had three units left, from AED 3,991,888, all in the three-bedroom size range.
What works
- Developer stock with a published handover target of Q1 2029, about two years after purchase.
- Larger three-bedroom layouts of 1,596 to 1,927 sq ft are what remains.
- Near Creek Beach, the promenade and the sports and play areas Emaar has planned around it.
What to weigh
- Only three units were on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026.
- Instalments already called during construction may be due on signing.
- Resale units in the same towers compete on price; compare before reserving.
Cedar
An Emaar apartment project by Creek Beach in Dubai Creek Harbour, close to Vida Creek Harbour and Address Grand. Emaar listed five units of about 1,691 sq ft from AED 4,358,888 on 13 November 2026.
What works
- Next to Creek Beach and a new park, with childcare and retail nearby, as Emaar describes it.
- Developer stock in a project whose launch dates back several years, so completion should be close.
- Facilities aimed at families, including separate play areas for toddlers.
What to weigh
- Emaar has not published a handover date or payment plan on its page; get both in writing.
- Only five units were on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026, all about 1,691 sq ft.
- Entry price of AED 4,358,888 compares with AED 1.29 million at launch for a smaller unit.
Altus or Cedar?
Which is cheaper, Altus or Cedar?
Altus has the lower starting price at AED 3,991,888, compared with AED 4,358,888 at Cedar. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Are Altus and Cedar 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
