Baystar by Vida 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
Baystar by Vida starts 4% lower, at AED 2,105,888 against AED 2,200,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
Baystar by Vida is targeted for Q4 2029, 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 | Baystar by Vida | Fior 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Emaar Properties |
| Location | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Off-plan |
| Handover | Q4 2029 | Q3 2030 |
| Price from | AED 2,105,888 | AED 2,200,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,483 | n/a |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 4 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 728 to 2,949 sq ft | n/a |
| Payment plan | 20/60/20 | 10/70/20 |
| Due before handover | 80% | 80% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 85,256 | AED 89,020 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | 105 | 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 | Baystar by Vida | Fior 1 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,105,888728 to 1,028 sq ft | AED 2,200,000 | AED 94,112 more at Fior 1 |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 4,600,0001,223 to 1,921 sq ft | AED 3,200,000 | AED 1,400,000 more at Baystar by Vida |
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.
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.
Baystar by Vida or Fior 1?
Which is cheaper, Baystar by Vida or Fior 1?
Baystar by Vida has the lower starting price at AED 2,105,888, compared with AED 2,200,000 at Fior 1. 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?
Baystar by Vida is sold on a 20/60/20 plan with 80% due before handover. Fior 1 is sold on a 10/70/20 plan with 80% due before handover.
Are Baystar by Vida 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
