Sei Saadiyat vs The Beach House Fahid
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
Sei Saadiyat starts 36% lower, at AED 2,950,000 against AED 4,588,027. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
The Beach House Fahid is targeted for Q4 2029, ahead of Sei Saadiyat in Q3 2031. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Sei Saadiyat asks for 50% of the price before handover; The Beach House Fahid asks for 65%.
Side by side
| Attribute | Sei Saadiyat | The Beach House Fahid |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Aldar | Aldar |
| Location | Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi | Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q3 2031 | Q4 2029 |
| Price from | AED 2,950,000 | AED 4,588,027 |
| Average AED / sq ft | n/a | 3,102 |
| Home types | Apartments, duplexes | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | 2 to 3 bed |
| Sizes | n/a | 1,576 to 2,696 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 5/45/50 | 10/55/35 |
| Due before handover | 50% | 65% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 59,000 | AED 91,761 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 880 |
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 | Sei Saadiyat | The Beach House Fahid | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 4,500,000 | AED 4,588,0271,576 to 2,520 sq ft | AED 88,027 more at The Beach House Fahid |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 8,400,000 | AED 6,485,8791,970 to 2,696 sq ft | AED 1,914,121 more at Sei Saadiyat |
Sei Saadiyat
Apartments and duplexes from studios to three bedrooms in Saadiyat Cultural District, from AED 2.95 million on Aldar's listing. 5/45/50 plan on Property Finder; completion due in Q3 2031.
What works
- A starting price of AED 2.95 million on Aldar's listing, below The Row Saadiyat's AED 3.7 million
- A 5% down payment on the plan published by Property Finder
- About five minutes to Louvre Abu Dhabi and NYU Abu Dhabi on Property Finder's figures
What to weigh
- 50% falls due on handover: AED 1,475,000 on a AED 2.95 million home
- A long wait: Q3 2031 on Aldar's figures, Q4 2030 on Property Finder
- Aldar lists no units online and Property Finder notes the project might be sold out; confirm what remains
The Beach House Fahid
The largest of the three launched apartment schemes on Fahid Island: 880 homes in the island's centre, due in Q4 2029. Aldar's own stock on 13 November 2026 started at AED 4,588,027 for two bedrooms.
What works
- Lower entry prices than the beachfront Fahid schemes, with studios and one-bedroom flats available on resale
- Short walk to the beach, the Coral Drive retail street and the island's berm park routes
- Two pools, two gyms and co-working space shared across the development
What to weigh
- Aldar describes the sea views as partial; this is not a beachfront building
- About AED 1.61 million (35%) falls due at handover on the cheapest two-bedroom flat Aldar now lists
- 880 units, many bought by investors at launch, will reach the rental and resale market around the same time
Sei Saadiyat or The Beach House Fahid?
Which is cheaper, Sei Saadiyat or The Beach House Fahid?
Sei Saadiyat has the lower starting price at AED 2,950,000, compared with AED 4,588,027 at The Beach House Fahid. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
The Beach House Fahid has the earlier target (Q4 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Sei Saadiyat is sold on a 5/45/50 plan with 50% due before handover. The Beach House Fahid is sold on a 10/55/35 plan with 65% due before handover.
Are Sei Saadiyat and The Beach House Fahid 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
