Avarra by Palace 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
Avarra by Palace starts 32% lower, at AED 3,232,888 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 Avarra by Palace works out at about AED 3,329 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 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
Eden House Za'abeel asks for 40% of the price before handover; Avarra by Palace asks for 90%.
Side by side
| Attribute | Avarra by Palace | Eden House Za'abeel |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | H&H Development |
| Location | Business Bay, Dubai | DIFC, Dubai |
| Status | Off-plan | Under construction |
| Handover | Q2 2031 | 2027 |
| Price from | AED 3,232,888 | AED 4,737,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,329 | 4,071 |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 6 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 788 to 14,861 sq ft | 1,132 to 3,037 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10/80/10 | 10/30/60 |
| Due before handover | 90% | 40% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 130,336 | 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 | Avarra by Palace | Eden House Za'abeel | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,700,000788 to 828 sq ft | AED 4,737,0001,132 to 1,202 sq ft | AED 2,037,000 more at Eden House Za'abeel |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 4,000,0001,199 to 1,449 sq ft | AED 6,900,0001,683 to 2,457 sq ft | AED 2,900,000 more at Eden House Za'abeel |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 5,700,0001,640 to 1,848 sq ft | AED 11,000,0002,800 to 3,037 sq ft | AED 5,300,000 more at Eden House Za'abeel |
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.
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)
Avarra by Palace or Eden House Za'abeel?
Which is cheaper, Avarra by Palace or Eden House Za'abeel?
Avarra by Palace has the lower starting price at AED 3,232,888, 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?
Avarra by Palace is sold on a 10/80/10 plan with 90% due before handover. Eden House Za'abeel is sold on a 10/30/60 plan with 40% due before handover.
Are Avarra by Palace and Eden House Za'abeel by the same developer?
No. Avarra by Palace 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?
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