Aurea vs Fior 1
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
Fior 1 starts 5% lower, at AED 2,200,000 against AED 2,310,888. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
Aurea is targeted for Q2 2030, ahead of Fior 1 in Q3 2030. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Aurea | Fior 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Emaar Properties |
| Location | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai |
| Status | Off-plan | Off-plan |
| Handover | Q2 2030 | Q3 2030 |
| Price from | AED 2,310,888 | AED 2,200,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,823 | n/a |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 798 to 2,483 sq ft | n/a |
| Payment plan | 10/70/20 | 10/70/20 |
| Due before handover | 80% | 80% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 93,456 | AED 89,020 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 213 |
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 | Fior 1 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,310,888798 to 988 sq ft | AED 2,200,000 | AED 110,888 more at Aurea |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,300,0001,228 to 1,426 sq ft | AED 3,200,000 | AED 100,000 more at Aurea |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 4,900,0001,698 to 2,483 sq ft | AED 4,600,000 | AED 300,000 more at Aurea |
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.
Fior 1
A 213-apartment tower at Rashid Yachts & Marina, launched by Emaar in June 2026 for Q3 2030. One- to three-bedroom homes from AED 2.2 million, with Emaar listing it among its new launches.
What works
- Published unit mix: 213 homes, mostly one- and two-bedroom.
- Marina-side location with Downtown Dubai about 15 to 20 minutes away, on Property Finder's times.
- Emaar lists it as a current launch with a published starting price.
What to weigh
- Emaar's inventory showed no units on general release on 13 November 2026; confirm what can be reserved.
- Many Emaar towers in the same community complete earlier, adding rental competition.
- Unit sizes were not yet published; check the floor plan before reserving.
Aurea or Fior 1?
Which is cheaper, Aurea or Fior 1?
Fior 1 has the lower starting price at AED 2,200,000, 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?
Aurea has the earlier target (Q2 2030). 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. Fior 1 is sold on a 10/70/20 plan with 80% due before handover.
Are Aurea and Fior 1 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
