Belgravia Gardens vs Rise by Athlon
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
Belgravia Gardens starts 24% lower, at AED 1,300,000 against AED 1,703,363. 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 Rise by Athlon works out at about AED 1,680 per sq ft against AED 2,517 at Belgravia Gardens.
Sooner to complete
Belgravia Gardens is targeted for Q3 2028, ahead of Rise by Athlon in Q4 2029. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Rise by Athlon asks for 60% of the price before handover; Belgravia Gardens asks for 70%.
Side by side
| Attribute | Belgravia Gardens | Rise by Athlon |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Ellington Properties | Aldar |
| Location | Dubailand, Dubai | Dubailand, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q3 2028 | Q4 2029 |
| Price from | AED 1,300,000 | AED 1,703,363 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,517 | 1,680 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | Studio to 3 bed | 1 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | 450 to 2,000 sq ft | 1,000 to 2,718 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/50/30 | 5/55/40 |
| Due before handover | 70% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 53,020 | AED 69,155 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 650 |
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 | Belgravia Gardens | Rise by Athlon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,800,000700 to 900 sq ft | AED 1,703,3631,000 to 1,068 sq ft | AED 96,637 more at Belgravia Gardens |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 2,500,0001,100 to 1,400 sq ft | AED 2,409,0501,440 to 1,720 sq ft | AED 90,950 more at Belgravia Gardens |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 3,500,0001,500 to 2,000 sq ft | AED 3,421,9252,057 to 2,718 sq ft | AED 78,075 more at Belgravia Gardens |
Belgravia Gardens
A four-cluster Ellington apartment community in Dubailand around a clubhouse and lazy river, with Phases 3 and 4 on sale from AED 1.3 million and completion listed for the third quarter of 2028.
What works
- Community layout with four clusters, each with its own pool, around a clubhouse and lazy river
- Family-oriented amenities, including a dog park, kids' pools and a cinema room
- Entry from AED 1.3 million, well below central Dubai
What to weigh
- Dubailand is car-dependent and some 30 minutes from the airport on Ellington's figures
- Listed prices per square foot are high for the district; compare with nearby resale
- Property Finder shows rounded size ranges rather than exact floor plans
Rise by Athlon
650 one- to three-bedroom apartments in Aldar's Athlon community in Dubailand, due in Q4 2029. Aldar's own stock started at AED 1.7 million for a one-bedroom flat on 13 November 2026.
What works
- Wide choice: Aldar listed 88 apartments across one, two and three bedrooms on 13 November 2026
- Fitness-led shared facilities, from a powerlifting podium and obstacle course to a yoga pavilion and family pool
- Part of the Athlon masterplan, with its walking and cycling loops and parks
What to weigh
- Developer prices start at AED 1.7 million, well above the AED 1.35 million launch figure still shown
- About AED 681,000 falls due at handover on a AED 1.7 million apartment if the 5/55/40 plan applies
- Completion is due in Q4 2029, and Property Finder gives early 2030 for some Rise buildings
Belgravia Gardens or Rise by Athlon?
Which is cheaper, Belgravia Gardens or Rise by Athlon?
Belgravia Gardens has the lower starting price at AED 1,300,000, compared with AED 1,703,363 at Rise by Athlon. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Belgravia Gardens has the earlier target (Q3 2028). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Belgravia Gardens is sold on a 20/50/30 plan with 70% due before handover. Rise by Athlon is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are Belgravia Gardens and Rise by Athlon by the same developer?
No. Belgravia Gardens is by Ellington Properties and Rise by Athlon is by Aldar. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
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.
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