Nova Tower (Dubai Science Park) — SKID Score 7.1/10

Key information

Delivery date: Apr 2027
Location: Dubai, Dubai Science Park, Nova Tower
Payment plan: 20/0/20/60 (post-handover)
Property types: Apartment
Government fee: 4% + AED 4,240 admin
Ownership type: Freehold
Starting price / sq.ft: AED 1,537 / sq.ft
Unit sizes: From 843 sq.ft
SKID score: 7.1 / 10 (Worth comparing)

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Payment plan

20%

Down payment

AED 259K

At sales launch

0%

During construction

AED 0

Construction milestones

20%

On handover

AED 259K

Apr 2027

60%

Post-handover

AED 777K

Over 34 months

Published milestone schedule · Payment Plan 1 (post handover 3 years)

20% + 4% DLD + 4240 AED Admin fee20% · AED 259K

20%20% · AED 259K

60% (5% every 3 months)60% · AED 777K

Project timeline

Project announcement
Al Ansari Properties official release
Booking & registration
Open for unit reservation
Construction phase
Active development
Expected completion
Apr 2027

About the project

Worth comparing.

The evidenced factors are mixed.

Nova Tower is a residential project by Al Ansari Properties, located in Dubai Science Park. The building features a modern architectural style and forms a sculptural silhouette with smooth façade lines, consisting of a basement level, one ground and two podium levels, twenty-one residential floors. The development is surrounded by green landscapes and is harmoniously integrated into the urban environment. The project offers one- and two-bedroom apartments designed for different stages of life, with layouts focused on comfort, functionality and spacious living, enhanced by thoughtfully arranged areas and panoramic glazing. Interiors incorporate warm materials, light tones and contemporary finishes, creating an atmosphere of elegance and coziness. The amenities include a swimming pool, relaxation areas, a green zen garden, yoga spaces, fitness facilities and a paddle court. Residents can enjoy tranquil leisure zones, lounge areas and features aimed at promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. The location provides convenient access to key destinations: Downtown, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Hills Mall, Burj Al Arab, Miracle Garden, Global Village, Emirates Mall, King’s College Hospital, Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road are all situated nearby. The development sits in a dynamic district with direct connectivity to major parts of Dubai.

Incomplete historical delivery data for Al Ansari Properties in catalog

Al Ansari Properties is named on the launch, but SKID currently has 0 verified past-handover completion records in its catalog to evaluate historical on-time delivery performance.

Amenities

BBQ
Cabanas
Children’s Pool
Indoor Multipurpose Space
Kids’ Play Area
Landscaped Open Areas
Leisure Areas
Lift
Lobby
Lounge
Paddle court
Pool Deck
Pool Lounge
Sauna
Shared Gym & Fitness Centre
Shared Jacuzzi
Shared Pool
Sitting Area
Social Zone
Terrace Garden
Yoga Area
Zen Garden

Units

from developer

1 BR

Floor plan not published by source

843 sq.ft · AED 1,537 / sq.ft

From AED 1.3M

2 BR

Floor plan not published by source

Size on request

Price on request

Building

Floor plan not published by source

Size on request

Price on request

Floor plans & layouts

Floor plans not yet published by developer

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Price comparison & DLD history

8-Factor Evidence Breakdown

7/8 factors backed by verified evidence (82% weight coverage) · skid-geo-v3.0-8factor

7.1/ 10

Historical DLD Transaction Context

Asking price is 9.5% lower than nearby completed homes (-AED 161/sq.ft.)

9.5% below comparable sales

The developer asks AED 1,295,400 (~AED 1,537/sq.ft. for a published 843 sq.ft. starting unit), while comparable residential homes in Dubai Science Park sold for a median of AED 1,698/sq.ft. (AED 1,431,414 for the same size).

1. Published Asking Price

AED 1,537 / sq.ft.

AED 1,295,400 starting price · 843 sq.ft.

2. Historical Nearby Closed Sales

AED 1,698 / sq.ft.

~AED 1,431,414 for the same size

3. Spread vs Historical Median

-AED 161 / sq.ft. (-9.5%)

-AED 136,014 vs historical median

Show bar comparison & transaction context

Published Launch AskAED 1,537 / sq.ft.

Historical Nearby Closed Sales MedianAED 1,698 / sq.ft.

Historical transaction context: The asking rate is 9.5% (~AED 136,014) below recent nearby completed homes in Dubai Science Park. While a lower entry rate reduces your starting cost basis, it does not guarantee capital upside or an immediate financial advantage—final outcomes still depend on 4% registration fees, construction delivery, unit micro-location, and market demand at handover.

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Down payment20%

AED 259K

At booking

During construction0%

AED 0

Construction milestones

On handover20%

AED 259K

Handover Apr 2027

Post-handover60%

AED 777K

Over 34 months

View full 8-factor score breakdown & recent DLD sales

Key takeaways before you buy

Plain-language summary of pricing, payment terms, and delivery outlook

Bottom Line

Incomplete historical delivery data for Al Ansari Properties in catalog

Al Ansari Properties is named on the launch, but SKID currently has 0 verified past-handover completion records in its catalog to evaluate historical on-time delivery performance. (Potential Risk · Estimate — Incomplete History)

Developer Track Record (Incomplete Data)

History Incomplete

Incomplete historical delivery data for Al Ansari Properties in catalog

Al Ansari Properties is named on the launch, but SKID currently has 0 verified past-handover completion records in its catalog to evaluate historical on-time delivery performance.

Why this matters: An incomplete catalog record does not necessarily mean a developer has no prior projects elsewhere, but it introduces uncertainty—rely on verified DLD construction escrow milestones and independent due diligence.

Competing Supply (Potential Risk)

5 Launches

5 competing off-plan launches tracked in Dubai Science Park — potential handover competition

SKID tracks 5 competing off-plan launches in Dubai Science Park. While phased handovers and district demand may absorb new inventory, a concentrated pipeline increases potential competition among resale buyers at handover.

Why this matters: Future supply impact is a potential risk rather than a certainty: if multiple towers deliver in the same window, sellers may face longer marketing times or more competitive secondary resale pricing.

Pricing vs. Closed Sales

-9.5% vs. DLD

Asking price is 9.5% below nearby closed sales (-AED 161/sq.ft.)

Published asking rate (AED 1,537/sq.ft.) is below the AED 1,698/sq.ft. completed-sale median in Dubai Science Park, though off-plan units remain unbuilt and subject to construction and market risk.

Why this matters: The asking rate is 9.5% (~AED 136,014) below recent nearby completed homes in Dubai Science Park. While a lower entry rate reduces your starting cost basis, it does not guarantee capital upside or an immediate financial advantage—final outcomes still depend on 4% registration fees, construction delivery, unit micro-location, and market demand at handover.

SKID intelligence

How does this project compare across all 8 factors?

Evidence Coverage: 7/8 factors (81.8%)
Methodology: skid-geo-v3.0-8factor

How SKID scores & compares projects

0.3 since last analysis

Last evaluated: 2026-11-02

Strong

• 80% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion

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• Located in Dubai Science Park
• Published starting price vs historical DLD closed sales median: 9.5% below historical DLD closed sales median per sq ft in this community
• 5 competing launches in Dubai Science Park
• Near-completion handover inside six months
• 398 closed sales in the last year in this community
• Service charge published at 15

Risk

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See all 8 scoring factorsWhy SKID gave it 7.1

Why SKID gave it 7.1

Location

Weight: 29.6%

6.0/ 10

Located in Dubai Science Park

Entry price

Weight: 22.2%

7.6/ 10

Published starting price vs historical DLD closed sales median: 9.5% below historical DLD closed sales median per sq ft in this community

Developer

Weight: 18.2%

Insufficient evidence (N/A)

Supply / competition

Weight: 14.8%

6.4/ 10

5 competing launches in Dubai Science Park

Payment plan

Weight: 14.8%

9.0/ 10

80% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion

Delivery risk

Weight: 7.4%

7.4/ 10

Near-completion handover inside six months

Exit liquidity

Weight: 7.4%

7.4/ 10

398 closed sales in the last year in this community

Service charges

Weight: 3.7%

7.1/ 10

Service charge published at 15

Factor	Weight	Score
Location Located in Dubai Science Park	29.6%	6.0/ 10
Entry price Published starting price vs historical DLD closed sales median: 9.5% below historical DLD closed sales median per sq ft in this community	22.2%	7.6/ 10
Developer Insufficient evidence (N/A)	18.2%	Insufficient evidence (N/A)
Supply / competition 5 competing launches in Dubai Science Park	14.8%	6.4/ 10
Payment plan 80% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion	14.8%	9.0/ 10
Delivery risk Near-completion handover inside six months	7.4%	7.4/ 10
Exit liquidity 398 closed sales in the last year in this community	7.4%	7.4/ 10
Service charges Service charge published at 15	3.7%	7.1/ 10

Recent sales nearby

Date	Type	Price	Sq ft	AED / sq ft
2026-07-07	Ready · Apartment	AED 1.7M	1,114	1,525
2026-07-07	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 681K	415	1,642
2026-07-07	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 825K	410	2,010
2026-07-07	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 816K	410	1,988
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 940K	611	1,538
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 3M	2,442	1,229
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 822K	504	1,630
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 2.34M	1,674	1,396
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 800K	452	1,769
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 1.02M	525	1,941
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 785K	361	2,177
2026-07-01	Ready · Apartment	AED 585K	417	1,403
2026-06-30	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 2M	1,273	1,571
2026-06-30	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 1.24M	777	1,590
2026-06-30	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 707K	415	1,704
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 800K	448	1,788
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 800K	410	1,949
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 2.16M	1,521	1,420
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 1.5M	1,064	1,410
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 1.28M	821	1,560
2026-06-26	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 864K	494	1,750
2026-06-26	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 855K	494	1,733
2026-06-26	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 1.63M	1,080	1,507
2026-06-26	Off-plan · Apartment	AED 1.65M	1,080	1,532

Closed sales in this community. These are not this tower's own contracts unless the record says so.

Location

Dubai, Dubai Science Park, Nova Tower

Interactive map ready (1 verified location)

· Dubai Science Park, Dubai

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Living in Dubai Science Park

Historical DLD Median

AED 1,698 / sq.ft

Historical DLD Sample

387 closed sales

Ownership

Freehold

Frequently asked questions

Is Nova Tower a good off-plan investment in Dubai Science Park?

Nova Tower in Dubai Science Park (Dubai) scores 7.1/10 (compare) on the independent SKID 8-factor off-plan model across 82% evidenced factor weight. Worth comparing. The evidenced factors are mixed. Strongest evidenced factor: payment plan. Weakest: location. Historical DLD Closed Transactions: matched closed sales in Dubai Science Park record a median of AED 1,698/sqft across 387 verified transactions. Reviewed by SKID Investment Research Engine (as of 2026-11-02).

Who is building Nova Tower?

Al Ansari Properties is the developer named on this launch.

When is handover for Nova Tower?

The published handover is Apr 2027.

What is the starting price of Nova Tower?

The published starting price is AED 1.3M.

What does the SKID screen mean for Nova Tower?

The SKID screen for this launch in Dubai Science Park is 83 out of 100. It ranks the published payment plan, handover date, starting price, and whether a developer is named. It is not a buy signal. Run the simulation before you reserve.