Rise by Athlon vs The Wilds Residences
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
Rise by Athlon starts 5% lower, at AED 1,703,363 against AED 1,787,990. 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 2,115 at The Wilds Residences.
Sooner to complete
Rise by Athlon is targeted for Q4 2029, ahead of The Wilds Residences in Q2 2030. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Rise by Athlon | The Wilds Residences |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Aldar | Aldar |
| Location | Dubailand, Dubai | Dubailand, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2029 | Q2 2030 |
| Price from | AED 1,703,363 | AED 1,787,990 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 1,680 | 2,115 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 1 to 2 bed |
| Sizes | 1,000 to 2,718 sq ft | 867 to 1,547 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 5/55/40 | On request |
| Due before handover | 60% | n/a |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 69,155 | AED 72,540 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | 650 | 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 | Rise by Athlon | The Wilds Residences | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,703,3631,000 to 1,068 sq ft | AED 1,787,990867 to 1,028 sq ft | AED 84,627 more at The Wilds Residences |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 2,409,0501,440 to 1,720 sq ft | AED 3,353,5791,547 sq ft | AED 944,529 more at The Wilds Residences |
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
The Wilds Residences
Apartments inside Aldar's The Wilds villa community in Dubailand, due in Q2 2030. Aldar listed only three developer units on 13 November 2026, from AED 1.79 million.
What works
- Family-oriented building facilities: splash pad, play areas, kids' and teens' lounges and a family lounge
- Set inside The Wilds, a low-density villa community planned around native planting
- Building facilities also cover adults: spa, theatre, yoga and pilates room and co-working space
What to weigh
- Only three developer units were listed by Aldar on 13 November 2026
- Completion is not due until Q2 2030
- No payment plan for the apartments is published on Property Finder; the terms must come from Aldar
Rise by Athlon or The Wilds Residences?
Which is cheaper, Rise by Athlon or The Wilds Residences?
Rise by Athlon has the lower starting price at AED 1,703,363, compared with AED 1,787,990 at The Wilds Residences. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Rise by Athlon has the earlier target (Q4 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
Are Rise by Athlon and The Wilds Residences by the same developer?
Yes, both are by Aldar.
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
