Off Plan Property by Aldar: The Complete 2026 Guide to Every Project, Price & Payment Plan
Key takeaways
- Off plan property by Aldar means buying a home from the UAE's largest listed developer before completion, on a staged payment plan, usually at a lower price than ready stock.
- Aldar runs 105+ developments across Ras Al Khaimah, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, backed by a land bank of 70M+ sq ft and a strong on-time delivery record.
- In Ras Al Khaimah, Aldar's headline launches sit on Al Marjan Island — Nikki Beach, Rosso Bay and Nobu Residences — next to the game-changing Wynn Al Marjan resort.
- Entry points range from about AED 340,000 (Al Shamkha) to AED 95M+ ultra-luxury Saadiyat villas, with payment plans from 40/60 to 70/30.
- Foreigners get freehold ownership, possible 10-year Golden Visa, and pay no capital gains or annual property tax.
If you are searching for off plan property in the UAE, one developer keeps appearing at the top of the results: Aldar Properties. It is the country's largest publicly listed developer, and its launches routinely sell out within hours. This guide is the practical, no-fluff version — every active Aldar off plan community across Ras Al Khaimah, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with starting prices, payment plans and handover dates in one place, plus how to actually secure a unit before it is gone.
What is off plan property?
The trade-off is simple. You give up the ability to walk through the finished unit today, and in exchange you get a lower entry price, a phased payment plan that spreads cost over years, first pick of the best layouts and views, and the potential for capital appreciation between launch and handover. In a fast-rising market like the UAE in 2026, that gap between launch price and completion value is exactly what investors are chasing.
Why Aldar leads the off plan property market
Understanding Aldar's playbook is the key to understanding why its off plan projects hold value. The strategy has five repeatable moves:
1. Destination-led master planning
Aldar secures whole islands and districts — Saadiyat, Yas, Fahid Island, Al Marjan — then layers residences with beaches, marinas, retail, schools, hotels and culture inside a single ecosystem. Demand is built into the location before the first crane arrives.
2. Branded residences that command a premium
Partnerships with global names — Nikki Beach, Nobu, Mandarin Oriental, Waldorf Astoria — attach a lifestyle brand to the address. Branded stock typically sells faster and resells at a premium versus unbranded neighbours.
3. Investor-friendly payment plans
Plans such as 10/50/40, 40/60, 60/40, 65/35 and 70/30 keep upfront capital low and push the bulk of payment toward handover, so buyers can deploy cash strategically across the construction period.
4. A delivery record you can underwrite
Award-winning completed assets and a track record of on-time handovers reduce the single biggest risk in any off plan purchase: that the building never arrives as promised. Aldar has also committed to net-zero carbon operations by 2050.
5. Open to the world
More than 90% of Aldar's land sits in designated freehold zones open to all nationalities. Combined with zero capital gains tax and the Golden Visa, that makes Aldar off plan property one of the most accessible entries into UAE real estate for international buyers.
Every Aldar off plan project, by emirate
Use the tabs to jump to the emirate you care about. Figures below are indicative launch/starting prices in 2026 — always confirm live availability and the current price list with our team before you reserve.
Aldar's Ras Al Khaimah portfolio is concentrated on Al Marjan Island, the man-made archipelago that is now home to Wynn Al Marjan Island — the Gulf's first integrated gaming resort and the strongest single demand driver for RAK waterfront property through 2027. If you are exploring RAK more widely, also see local champion RAK Properties across Mina Al Arab and Hayat Island.
Nikki Beach Residences Al Marjan Island
Beachfront branded living that brings the Nikki Beach lifestyle to RAK — private beach club, thermal spa, live-music rhythm deck and full concierge.
Rosso Bay Residences Al Marjan Island
Island living with panoramic Arabian Gulf views, an infinity pool, private beach club, residents' cinema and ballroom.
Nobu Residences Al Marjan Island
Japanese-minimalist design meets Arabian luxury — Nobu Beach Club, signature dining and a 70/30 plan that pushes most payment to completion.
Abu Dhabi is Aldar's home turf and its deepest pipeline — spanning Saadiyat Island (culture), Yas Island (entertainment) and the new Fahid Island masterplan (a AED 26 billion, 11km-coastline wellness destination).
Saadiyat Island
Mandarin Oriental Residences Saadiyat Cultural District
Mamsha Gardens Saadiyat Cultural District
The Arthouse · Nouran Living · Manarat Living · Grove Museum Views · The Source Saadiyat
A cluster of art- and culture-led communities beside the Louvre and Zayed National Museum. The Arthouse and Nouran Living offer 1–3 bed apartments; The Source / The Source Terraces run 1–4 bed from ~AED 3M (60/40, Q3 2027); Manarat Living uses a 40/60 plan.
Faya Al Saadiyat · Al Ghaf · Ethir Saadiyat Lagoons
Ultra-prime lagoon villas. Al Ghaf (4–6 bed) from ~AED 8.1M and Ethir (4–6 bed) from ~AED 6.1M, both 40/60 and Q2 2026; Faya Al Saadiyat reaches 7+ bed villas from ~AED 95.9M (Q4 2028). The Row Saadiyat is slated for Q1 2030.
Yas Island
Yas Riva · Sama Yas · Yas Golf Collection · Waldorf Astoria Residences · Alkaser · Ansam Yas Island
Waterfront and golf living minutes from Ferrari World and Yas Marina. Yas Riva delivers 4–6 bed canal villas (Q3 2028); Waldorf Astoria Residences Yas from ~AED 3.8M (60/40, Q4 2028); Sama Yas and Yas Golf Collection cover 1–3 bed apartments; Alkaser offers plots from ~AED 20M (30/70, Q3 2026).
Fahid Island & beyond
The Beach House · Fahid Beach Residences · Fahid Beach Terraces Fahid Island
The flagship new masterplan between Yas and Saadiyat. The Beach House from ~AED 1.8M (10/55/35, Q4 2029); Fahid Beach Residences (Towers B5 & B7) from ~AED 3.5M (65/35, Q1 2029); Fahid Beach Terraces adds 501 shoreline units (Q3 2029). The first two Fahid releases generated over AED 3 billion in sales.
Louvre Abu Dhabi Residences · Fay Al Reeman I & II · Al Ghadeer · PUD Residence 1 Greater Abu Dhabi
Wider-market communities, including affordable entry points such as PUD Residence 1 in Al Shamkha from ~AED 340,000, and the peaceful Al Ghadeer village on the Abu Dhabi–Dubai border.
In Dubai, Aldar expanded through landmark joint ventures, with several communities recording sell-out demand within hours of launch. The focus is wellness-led, active-lifestyle living in Dubailand and Arabian Ranches 3.
Haven Dubailand
Dubai's wellness-focused community — 2,400+ energy-efficient apartments, townhouses and villas around Haven Central Park, a wellness centre, meditation pavilion and run-and-ride tracks.
Verdes by Haven Dubailand
1–3 bed apartments inside Dubai's first health district, with an iconic multi-level tree house, infinity pool, coworking spaces and smart, eco-efficient systems.
Athlon & Rise by Athlon Dubailand / Arabian Ranches 3
An active-lifestyle community of 3–4 bed townhouses and 3–6 bed villas built around cycling trails, fitness hubs and marina access. Rise by Athlon extends the brand to Arabian Ranches 3 (Q1 2030).
The Wilds Wadi Al Safa 3
A nature-led villa community, part of Aldar's Dubai expansion, with handover slated for Q2 2029.
A side-by-side snapshot of headline Aldar off plan projects. Sort your shortlist by budget, plan and handover.
| Project | Location | From (AED) | Payment plan | Handover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosso Bay Residences | Al Marjan Island, RAK | 1.9M | 10/50/40 | Q4 2028 |
| Nikki Beach Residences | Al Marjan Island, RAK | 2.37M | 60/40 | Q4 2028 |
| Nobu Residences | Al Marjan Island, RAK | On request | 70/30 | — |
| PUD Residence 1 | Al Shamkha, Abu Dhabi | 340K | Multiple | Ready |
| Mamsha Gardens | Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi | 1.1M | 10/55/35 | Q4 2026 |
| The Beach House | Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi | 1.8M | 10/55/35 | Q4 2029 |
| The Source | Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi | 3.0M | 60/40 | Q3 2027 |
| Fahid Beach Residences | Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi | 3.5M | 65/35 | Q1 2029 |
| Waldorf Astoria Residences | Yas Island, Abu Dhabi | 3.8M | 60/40 | Q4 2028 |
| Mandarin Oriental Residences | Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi | 6.2M | 65/35 | Q3 2028 |
| Ethir (villas) | Saadiyat Lagoons, AUH | 6.1M | 40/60 | Q2 2026 |
| Al Ghaf (villas) | Saadiyat Lagoons, AUH | 8.1M | 40/60 | Q2 2026 |
| Alkaser (plots) | Yas Island, Abu Dhabi | 20M | 30/70 | Q3 2026 |
| Faya Al Saadiyat (villas) | Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi | 95.9M | On request | Q4 2028 |
| Haven | Dubailand, Dubai | On request | Project plan | Phased |
| The Wilds (villas) | Wadi Al Safa 3, Dubai | On request | Project plan | Q2 2029 |
Prices are indicative 2026 launch/starting figures and change with availability, unit type, floor and view. Confirm the live price list with First Stone before reserving.
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Get the price list Browse all projectsOff plan payment plans, explained
| Plan | During construction | On handover | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/50/40 | 60% | 40% | Low entry, balanced exposure |
| 40/60 | 40% | 60% | Capital-light buyers / flippers |
| 60/40 | 60% | 40% | Standard branded launches |
| 65/35 | 65% | 35% | Premium & ultra-prime stock |
| 70/30 | 70% | 30% | End-users planning to move in |
Need to model monthly cost or a mortgage at handover? Run the numbers with our mortgage calculator before you commit.
Off plan vs ready property: which should you buy?
| Factor | Off plan property | Ready property |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | Lower at launch | Higher, at market value |
| Payment | Staged over years | Full price or mortgage now |
| Income | Starts after handover | Immediate rental income |
| Capital growth | Launch-to-handover upside | Tracks the live market |
| Inspection | Floor plans & renders | View the actual unit |
| Choice | First pick of layouts/views | Remaining stock only |
Investors chasing appreciation and longer terms lean off plan; buyers who want income or a home today lean ready. Many of our clients run a blend across both.
How First Stone helps you buy off plan property
As a Business Bay–based brokerage covering the whole UAE, First Stone Real Estate gives you direct-from-developer access to Aldar launches and the wider market — at no extra cost to you, since the developer pays the commission. We handle launch-day registration, unit selection, price-list and floor-plan access, payment-plan structuring, Golden Visa guidance and resale exit strategy. Compare developers across our developer hub, explore RAK projects, or talk to an advisor today.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not financial or legal advice. Property prices, payment plans and handover dates are indicative for 2026 and set by the developer; they change with availability and project phase. Verify all figures with First Stone Real Estate and the developer before making a purchase decision.
