Aurea vs Baystar by Vida
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
Baystar by Vida starts 9% lower, at AED 2,105,888 against AED 2,310,888. 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 Aurea works out at about AED 2,823 per sq ft against AED 3,483 at Baystar by Vida.
Sooner to complete
Baystar by Vida is targeted for Q4 2029, ahead of Aurea in Q2 2030. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Aurea | Baystar by Vida |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Emaar Properties |
| Location | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai |
| Status | Off-plan | Under construction |
| Handover | Q2 2030 | Q4 2029 |
| Price from | AED 2,310,888 | AED 2,105,888 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,823 | 3,483 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 1 to 4 bed |
| Sizes | 798 to 2,483 sq ft | 728 to 2,949 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 93,456 | AED 85,256 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 105 |
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 | Aurea | Baystar by Vida | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,310,888798 to 988 sq ft | AED 2,105,888728 to 1,028 sq ft | AED 205,000 more at Aurea |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,300,0001,228 to 1,426 sq ft | AED 4,600,0001,223 to 1,921 sq ft | AED 1,300,000 more at Baystar by Vida |
Aurea
A marina-side Emaar tower at Rashid Yachts & Marina, launched March 2026 for Q2 2030. One- to three-bedroom apartments, with 11 units on Emaar's inventory from AED 2,310,888 on 13 November 2026.
What works
- Entry price on Emaar's inventory matched the launch price on 13 November 2026.
- 11 units available across one- to three-bedroom sizes.
- Marina-side position at Rashid Yachts & Marina.
What to weigh
- Many Emaar towers in the same community hand over between 2029 and 2030.
- Property Finder gives two different upper sizes for three-bedroom units; check the floor plan.
- 20% is due on handover in mid-2030.
Baystar by Vida
A Vida-branded tower of 105 homes at Rashid Yachts & Marina, launched by Emaar in December 2025 for Q4 2029. Emaar listed 20 units from AED 2,105,888 on 13 November 2026.
What works
- Small building of 105 homes with Vida branding.
- 20 units on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026, at the launch price.
- Two payment plans to choose from.
What to weigh
- Property Finder gives conflicting three-bedroom prices; confirm with Emaar.
- Branded buildings usually carry higher service charges.
- Property Finder lists the project as sold out, which conflicts with Emaar's inventory.
Aurea or Baystar by Vida?
Which is cheaper, Aurea or Baystar by Vida?
Baystar by Vida has the lower starting price at AED 2,105,888, compared with AED 2,310,888 at Aurea. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Baystar by Vida has the earlier target (Q4 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Aurea is sold on a 10/70/20 plan with 80% due before handover. Baystar by Vida is sold on a 20/60/20 plan with 80% due before handover.
Are Aurea and Baystar by Vida 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
