Ellington Sands vs Hado by Beyond
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
Ellington Sands starts 23% lower, at AED 1,700,000 against AED 2,200,000. 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 Hado by Beyond works out at about AED 2,840 per sq ft against AED 3,386 at Ellington Sands.
Sooner to complete
Ellington Sands is targeted for Q4 2028, ahead of Hado by Beyond in 2029. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Hado by Beyond asks for 50% of the price before handover; Ellington Sands asks for 70%.
Side by side
| Attribute | Ellington Sands | Hado by Beyond |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Ellington Properties | Beyond Developments |
| Location | Dubai Islands, Dubai | Dubai Islands, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Off-plan |
| Handover | Q4 2028 | 2029 |
| Price from | AED 1,700,000 | AED 2,200,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,386 | 2,840 |
| Home types | Apartments, duplexes, penthouses | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 4 bed | 1 to 4 bed |
| Sizes | 489 to 5,886 sq ft | 764 to 2,421 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/50/30 | 10/40/50 |
| Due before handover | 70% | 50% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 69,020 | AED 89,020 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 678 |
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 | Ellington Sands | Hado by Beyond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,700,000489 to 816 sq ft | AED 2,200,000764 sq ft | AED 500,000 more at Hado by Beyond |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,900,0001,172 to 1,399 sq ft | AED 3,000,0001,065 sq ft | AED 900,000 more at Ellington Sands |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 5,800,0001,730 sq ft | AED 4,600,0001,636 sq ft | AED 1,200,000 more at Ellington Sands |
Ellington Sands
Two beachfront apartment buildings by Ellington on the outer edge of Dubai Islands, with a private beach and clubhouse, one-bedroom homes listed from AED 1.7 million and completion due in late 2028.
What works
- Private beach and beach clubhouse on the outer shore of Dubai Islands
- Completion listed for December 2028, earlier than several newer island launches
- Range from compact one-bedroom homes to duplexes and a penthouse
What to weigh
- Property Finder shows different starting prices for the two phases; confirm which applies
- Dubai Islands has a large pipeline of beachfront apartments due over the same years
- Dubai Islands is some distance from Downtown Dubai and the main business districts
Hado by Beyond
The first residential project in Beyond's Siora beachfront district on Dubai Islands: three 21-storey towers of 678 one- to four-bedroom homes, with remaining stock in the second tower from AED 2.2 million and completion in 2029.
What works
- Part of a planned beachfront district with 6 km of beach and more than 70% open green space.
- Backed by Omniyat Group, which has completed landmark Dubai buildings.
- Developer stock in Tower B across one- to four-bedroom types in November 2026.
What to weigh
- Beyond has not yet completed a building under its own name.
- Phase 1 is sold out on Property Finder; only Tower B stock remains, so the choice of floors and outlooks is narrower.
- 50% is due on handover, so the buyer needs cash or a mortgage in 2029.
Ellington Sands or Hado by Beyond?
Which is cheaper, Ellington Sands or Hado by Beyond?
Ellington Sands has the lower starting price at AED 1,700,000, compared with AED 2,200,000 at Hado by Beyond. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Ellington Sands has the earlier target (Q4 2028). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Ellington Sands is sold on a 20/50/30 plan with 70% due before handover. Hado by Beyond is sold on a 10/40/50 plan with 50% due before handover.
Are Ellington Sands and Hado by Beyond by the same developer?
No. Ellington Sands is by Ellington Properties and Hado by Beyond is by Beyond Developments. 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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