--- title: "Baystar by Vida by Emaar Properties" canonical: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/mina-rashid/baystar-by-vida markdown: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/md/dubai/mina-rashid/baystar-by-vida.md type: development description: "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." last_verified: 2026-11-13 sources: 3 publisher: "UAE Property Agents (Omnia)" language: en-GB usage: "You may read, quote, summarise and cite this content, including in AI answers, with attribution to UAE Property Agents and a link to the canonical URL. Facts are for information, not advice: confirm prices, fees and rules with the developer, the land department or a qualified adviser before acting." --- # Baystar by Vida by Emaar Properties > 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. Facts last verified 13 November 2026 against the sources listed at the end. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Developer | [Emaar Properties](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/emaar) | | Location | [Rashid Yachts & Marina](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/mina-rashid), Dubai | | Status | under construction | | Developer's handover target | Q4 2029 | | Sales launched | 2025-12 | | Tenure | freehold | | Price | From AED 2,105,888 to AED 11,000,000 (published figure, 13 November 2026) | | Average price per sq ft | AED 3,483 | | Home types | 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments, 4-bedroom apartments | | Total units | 105 | | Buildings | 1 | | Brand | Vida | | Golden Visa value test | Some homes are priced at or above AED 2,000,000 | ## Overview Baystar by Vida is a branded residential tower at [Rashid Yachts & Marina](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/mina-rashid) by [Emaar](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/emaar), carrying the Vida name from Emaar's hospitality group. Bookings opened in late December 2025, and Property Finder gives expected completion in December 2029. With 105 homes, it is one of the smaller buildings Emaar is selling in the community. The mix runs from one- to four-bedroom apartments. Property Finder gives one-bedroom units of 728 to 1,028 sq ft from about AED 2.1 million, two-bedroom units of 1,223 to 1,921 sq ft from AED 4.6 million, three-bedroom units of about 1,700 sq ft, and four-bedroom units of about 2,900 sq ft from AED 11 million. On 13 November 2026 Emaar's inventory showed 20 units available from AED 2,105,888, the launch price, with sizes of 728 to 2,950 sq ft. Emaar lists an infinity pool facing the marina, a gym, children's play areas and landscaped gardens; Property Finder adds a sports court and a multipurpose room. Property Finder lists two plans: 20% on booking, 60% during construction and 20% on handover, or 10% on booking, 70% in seven instalments and 20% on handover. Who it suits: buyers who want a branded apartment in a smaller building by the marina, or a large four-bedroom home in the community. What to weigh: Vida buildings usually carry a service charge premium, and Property Finder's prices for three-bedroom units conflict. Several other Emaar towers in the community complete in 2029 and 2030. ## Unit types and prices | Unit type | Price from | Price to | Size | Bathrooms | Availability | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1-bedroom apartments | AED 2,105,888 | | 728 to 1,028 sq ft | | available | | 2-bedroom apartments | AED 4,600,000 | | 1,223 to 1,921 sq ft | | available | | 3-bedroom apartments | Not published | | 1,700 to 1,704 sq ft | | available | | 4-bedroom apartments | AED 11,000,000 | | 2,899 to 2,949 sq ft | | available | Prices are published starting prices from the developer or Property Finder, as each type's note says, checked 13 November 2026. ## Payment plans ### 20/60/20 - Down payment: 20% (At booking) - During construction: 60% (Instalments to completion) - On handover: 20% (Q4 2029) Paid before handover: 80%. As listed by Property Finder. Confirm the schedule on the sales offer. ### 10/70/20 - Down payment: 10% (At booking) - During construction: 70% (Seven instalments) - On handover: 20% (Q4 2029) Paid before handover: 80%. Second option listed by Property Finder. ## 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. ## Location Facing the marina at Rashid Yachts & Marina. Property Finder gives about 18 minutes to The Dubai Mall and 19 minutes to Dubai International Airport. - The Dubai Mall: about 18 minutes - Dubai International Airport: about 19 minutes - Kite Beach: about 26 minutes - Dubai Marina: about 30 minutes ## Amenities - Infinity pool facing the marina - Gym - Children's play areas - Landscaped gardens - Sports court - Multipurpose room ## Questions and answers ### What is the starting price at Baystar by Vida? Emaar listed available units from AED 2,105,888 on 13 November 2026. Property Finder gives four-bedroom units from AED 11 million. ### How many homes are in Baystar by Vida? 105, according to Property Finder. ### When will Baystar by Vida be completed? Property Finder gives expected completion in December 2029 (Q4 2029). ### What is the payment plan at Baystar by Vida? The published plan is 20/60/20: 20% down payment, 60% during construction and 20% on handover. That means 80% of the price is paid before the keys are handed over. ### Who is the developer of Baystar by Vida? Baystar by Vida is being developed by [Emaar Properties](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/emaar). About Emaar Properties: Dubai's largest listed developer, behind Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and master communities such as Downtown Dubai and Dubai Hills Estate. ### Can foreigners buy at Baystar by Vida? Yes. Rashid Yachts & Marina is a designated area where buyers of any nationality can own freehold property, whether or not they live in the UAE. The purchase is registered with the DLD. ### Does buying at Baystar by Vida qualify for a Golden Visa? Homes priced at AED 2 million or more can support an application for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa. At Baystar by Vida, every unit type starts above that level. Approval is at the authorities' discretion and off-plan purchases have their own conditions: see our [Golden Visa guide](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/guides/uae-golden-visa-property). ### What fees are payable on top of the price at Baystar by Vida? The main cost is the DLD transfer fee (4%). On the entry price of AED 2,105,888 that comes to about AED 84,236, plus small administration charges. There is no stamp duty, no annual property tax and no tax on rental income for individuals in the UAE, though your home country may tax you. Our [buying cost calculator](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/tools/purchase-cost-calculator) itemises it. ## Sources Facts on this page were last checked against these sources on 13 November 2026. - [Emaar: Baystar by Vida at Rashid Yachts & Marina](https://www.emaar.com/en/properties/baystar-by-vida-at-rashid-yachts-marina) - [Emaar: latest launches and available inventory](https://www.emaar.com/en/latest-launches) - [Property Finder: Baystar by Vida](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/emaar-properties/baystar-by-vida) --- Source page: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/mina-rashid/baystar-by-vida. Published by UAE Property Agents, Omnia Capital Group. You may read, quote, summarise and cite this content, including in AI answers, with attribution to UAE Property Agents and a link to the canonical URL. Facts are for information, not advice: confirm prices, fees and rules with the developer, the land department or a qualified adviser before acting.