Avarra by Palace vs Bayz 102 by Danube
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
Bayz 102 by Danube starts 26% lower, at AED 2,400,000 against AED 3,232,888. 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 Bayz 102 by Danube works out at about AED 2,888 per sq ft against AED 3,329 at Avarra by Palace.
Sooner to complete
Bayz 102 by Danube is targeted for Q2 2029, ahead of Avarra by Palace in Q2 2031. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Bayz 102 by Danube asks for 69% of the price before handover; Avarra by Palace asks for 90%. Bayz 102 by Danube also lets part of the price be paid after you have the keys.
Side by side
| Attribute | Avarra by Palace | Bayz 102 by Danube |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Danube Properties |
| Location | Business Bay, Dubai | Business Bay, Dubai |
| Status | Off-plan | Under construction |
| Handover | Q2 2031 | Q2 2029 |
| Price from | AED 3,232,888 | AED 2,400,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,329 | 2,888 |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments, penthouses |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 6 bed | Studio to 5 bed |
| Sizes | 788 to 14,861 sq ft | 405 to 1,648 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10/80/10 | 10/59/1/30 |
| Due before handover | 90% | 69% |
| Post-handover payments | No | Yes |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 130,336 | AED 97,020 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 956 |
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 | Avarra by Palace | Bayz 102 by Danube | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 4,000,0001,199 to 1,449 sq ft | AED 3,050,0001,126 to 1,464 sq ft | AED 950,000 more at Avarra by Palace |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 5,700,0001,640 to 1,848 sq ft | AED 4,900,0001,598 to 1,648 sq ft | AED 800,000 more at Avarra by Palace |
| 4-bedroom apartments | AED 13,000,0004,225 to 4,795 sq ft | AED 6,700,000 | AED 6,300,000 more at Avarra by Palace |
Avarra by Palace
A Palace-branded Emaar tower on the Business Bay side of Downtown Dubai, launched May 2026 for Q2 2031. One- to four-bedroom apartments and a six-bedroom penthouse; Emaar listed 17 units from AED 3,232,888 on 13 November 2026.
What works
- Palace branding from Emaar's hospitality group in a central location.
- 10/80/10 plan spreads most payments over a five-year build.
- 17 units on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026, across one- to three-bedroom sizes.
What to weigh
- Handover is not due until Q2 2031, a long exposure to market and construction risk.
- Emaar labels it Downtown Dubai while the project address and portals say Business Bay; check the plot location on the site plan.
- Early buyers are already reselling, so new purchases compete with assignment sales.
Bayz 102 by Danube
A 102-level furnished tower in Business Bay with 956 homes from studios to penthouses, a rooftop helipad and Danube's current headline price of AED 2.4 million.
What works
- Central Business Bay location; Danube puts Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the metro three minutes away.
- Sold fully furnished, with some units offering private pools, according to Danube.
- Property Finder lists 30% payable after handover.
What to weigh
- Completion is given as December 2028, June 2029 and Q4 2029 by different Danube and Property Finder pages.
- Danube's headline price rose to AED 2.4 million while its FAQ still quotes studios from about AED 1.27 million; ask for a current price sheet.
- A 102-level tower: expect long lift waits and above-average service charges, which are not yet published.
Avarra by Palace or Bayz 102 by Danube?
Which is cheaper, Avarra by Palace or Bayz 102 by Danube?
Bayz 102 by Danube has the lower starting price at AED 2,400,000, compared with AED 3,232,888 at Avarra by Palace. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Bayz 102 by Danube has the earlier target (Q2 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Avarra by Palace is sold on a 10/80/10 plan with 90% due before handover. Bayz 102 by Danube is sold on a 10/59/1/30 plan with 69% due before handover.
Are Avarra by Palace and Bayz 102 by Danube by the same developer?
No. Avarra by Palace is by Emaar Properties and Bayz 102 by Danube is by Danube Properties. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
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