Altus vs Eden House Za'abeel
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 16% lower, at AED 3,991,888 against AED 4,737,000. 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 Altus works out at about AED 2,501 per sq ft against AED 4,071 at Eden House Za'abeel.
Sooner to complete
Eden House Za'abeel is targeted for 2027, ahead of Altus in Q1 2029. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Eden House Za'abeel asks for 40% of the price before handover; Altus asks for 90%.
Side by side
| Attribute | Altus | Eden House Za'abeel |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | H&H Development |
| Location | Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai | DIFC, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q1 2029 | 2027 |
| Price from | AED 3,991,888 | AED 4,737,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,501 | 4,071 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 664 to 1,927 sq ft | 1,132 to 3,037 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/70/10 | 10/30/60 |
| Due before handover | 90% | 40% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 160,696 | AED 190,500 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 252 |
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 | Altus | Eden House Za'abeel | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 3,991,8881,596 to 1,927 sq ft | AED 11,000,0002,800 to 3,037 sq ft | AED 7,008,112 more at Eden House Za'abeel |
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.
Eden House Za'abeel
H&H's Eden House tower on the Za'abeel edge of DIFC: 252 one- to three-bedroom apartments designed by DXB Lab with Tristan Auer interiors, from AED 4.7 million with 60% due on handover.
What works
- Central address between DIFC and Za'abeel, about 7 minutes from Downtown Dubai on Property Finder's figures
- Design team of DXB Lab, Tristan Auer and Vladimir Djurovic
- Large apartments for the area: one-bedrooms start at 1,132 sq ft
What to weigh
- Completion is 2027 on H&H's page but December 2028 on Property Finder; confirm the contracted date
- High price per square foot, roughly AED 4,200 for the smallest one-bedroom
- The residence count differs between H&H (252) and Property Finder's FAQ (242)
Altus or Eden House Za'abeel?
Which is cheaper, Altus or Eden House Za'abeel?
Altus has the lower starting price at AED 3,991,888, compared with AED 4,737,000 at Eden House Za'abeel. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Eden House Za'abeel has the earlier target (2027). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Altus is sold on a 20/70/10 plan with 90% due before handover. Eden House Za'abeel is sold on a 10/30/60 plan with 40% due before handover.
Are Altus and Eden House Za'abeel by the same developer?
No. Altus is by Emaar Properties and Eden House Za'abeel is by H&H Development. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
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
