Baystar by Vida vs Sera 2
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 0% lower, at AED 2,105,888 against AED 2,112,888. 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 Sera 2 works out at about AED 2,717 per sq ft against AED 3,483 at Baystar by Vida.
Side by side
| Attribute | Baystar by Vida | Sera 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Emaar Properties | Emaar Properties |
| Location | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai | Rashid Yachts & Marina, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Off-plan |
| Handover | Q4 2029 | Q4 2029 |
| Price from | AED 2,105,888 | AED 2,112,888 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,483 | 2,717 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments, townhouses |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 4 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 728 to 2,949 sq ft | 758 to 2,556 sq ft |
| 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 85,536 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | 105 | n/a |
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 | Sera 2 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,105,888728 to 1,028 sq ft | AED 2,112,888758 to 931 sq ft | AED 7,000 more at Sera 2 |
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.
Sera 2
The second phase of Emaar's Sera at Rashid Yachts & Marina: apartments and townhouses, launched February 2026 for Q4 2029. Emaar listed 20 units from AED 2,112,888 on 13 November 2026.
What works
- 20 units on Emaar's inventory on 13 November 2026, at the launch price.
- Townhouses as well as apartments in a marina community.
- Wide amenity list, including padel courts and a water garden.
What to weigh
- Property Finder gives inconsistent figures for building count and two-bedroom prices; check the brochure.
- Several Emaar towers at Rashid Yachts & Marina complete around the same time.
- 20% is due on handover in late 2029.
Baystar by Vida or Sera 2?
Which is cheaper, Baystar by Vida or Sera 2?
Baystar by Vida has the lower starting price at AED 2,105,888, compared with AED 2,112,888 at Sera 2. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Both have the same stated handover target: Q4 2029.
How do the payment plans differ?
Baystar by Vida is sold on a 20/60/20 plan with 80% due before handover. Sera 2 is sold on a 10/70/20 plan with 80% due before handover.
Are Baystar by Vida and Sera 2 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
