BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino" (Al Marjan Island) — SKID Score 7.3/10

Key information

Delivery date: Jun 2027
Location: Ras Al Khaimah, Al Marjan Island, BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino"
Payment plan: 20/30/50
Property types: Apartment
Government fee: 4% + AED 5,000 admin
Ownership type: Freehold
Starting price / sq.ft: AED 2,407 / sq.ft
Unit sizes: From 979 sq.ft
SKID score: 7.3 / 10 (Worth comparing)

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Payment plan

20%

Down payment

AED 471K

At sales launch

30%

During construction

AED 707K

Construction milestones

50%

On handover

AED 1.18M

Jun 2027

Published milestone schedule · Payment Plan (4% Registration fee Waiver)

10% + 5000 AED Admin fee10% · AED 236K

10%10% · AED 236K

5%5% · AED 118K

50%50% · AED 1.18M

Project timeline

Project announcement
BNW Developments official release
Booking & registration
Open for unit reservation
Construction phase
Active development
Expected completion
Jun 2027

About the project

Worth comparing.

The evidenced factors are mixed.

Aquino is a luxury residential complex by BNW Developments, located on the spectacular Al Marjan Island, in RAK, combines modern architecture and harmony with nature. The building features a sophisticated facade with clean lines, panoramic glazing and thoughtful proportions, creating an elegant silhouette against the seascape. The building consists of one basement level, a ground floor, five residential floors, and a roof. Spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments are available with panoramic windows filling the rooms with natural light and elegant designs. Aquino interiors are designed with flawless attention to detail: high quality materials, modern finishes and thoughtful modular layouts allow you to create a space tailored to individual preferences. The complex offers residents premium amenities including an azure pool, children's play area, state-of-the-art outdoor gymnasium, and barbecue areas. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed for a comfortable vacation and active lifestyle. Aquino is within walking distance to key points of the island: 4 minutes drive to Al Marjan Island Boulevard, 5 minutes to DoubleTree by Hilton, 10 minutes to Al Hamra Mall. Proximity to transportation hubs ensures quick travel: 34 minutes by car to RAK Airport, 56 minutes to Dubai International Airport and 90 minutes to Al Maktoum International Airport.

44 competing off-plan launches tracked in Al Marjan Island — potential handover competition

SKID tracks 44 competing off-plan launches in Al Marjan Island. While phased handovers and district demand may absorb new inventory, a concentrated pipeline increases potential competition among resale buyers at handover.

Amenities

BBQ
Central A/C
Children’s Pool
Concierge Service
Covered Parking
Leisure Areas
Lift
Lobby
Open-Air Gym
Outdoor Parking
Recreational Areas
Security & CCTV
Shared Pool

Units

from developer

1 BR

Floor plan not published by source

979 sq.ft · AED 2,407 / sq.ft

From AED 2.36M

Floor plans & layouts

Floor plans not yet published by developer

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Price comparison & DLD history

8-Factor Evidence Breakdown

5/8 factors backed by verified evidence (58% weight coverage) · skid-geo-v3.0-8factor

7.3/ 10

Historical DLD Transaction Context

Insufficient evidence — comparable sales benchmark unavailable

Insufficient evidence

No verified same-emirate transaction registry benchmark available for this emirate.

Not enough nearby closed sales yet for a historical DLD comparison

Without at least 3 recent closed sales of the same residential property type in this neighborhood, you cannot verify whether the developer's asking price is above or below market. Request recent transfer deeds in adjacent buildings before paying a booking deposit.

1. Published Asking Price

AED 2,407 / sq.ft.

AED 2,356,465 starting price · 979 sq.ft.

2. Historical Nearby Closed Sales

Not yet available

Recorded closed sales in this area

3. Spread vs Historical Median

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Compared with recorded nearby sales

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Down payment20%

AED 471K

At booking

During construction30%

AED 707K

Construction milestones

On handover50%

AED 1.18M

Handover 2027

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Key takeaways before you buy

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

Bottom Line

44 competing off-plan launches tracked in Al Marjan Island — potential handover competition

SKID tracks 44 competing off-plan launches in Al Marjan Island. While phased handovers and district demand may absorb new inventory, a concentrated pipeline increases potential competition among resale buyers at handover. (Potential Risk · Estimate — Potential Supply Risk)

Competing Supply (Potential Risk)

44 Launches

44 competing off-plan launches tracked in Al Marjan Island — potential handover competition

SKID tracks 44 competing off-plan launches in Al Marjan Island. 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.

Developer Track Record (Incomplete Data)

History Incomplete

Incomplete historical delivery data for BNW Developments in catalog

BNW Developments 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 RAK Municipality construction escrow milestones and independent due diligence.

Payment-Plan Exposure

50/50 Split

Balanced milestone schedule: 50% payable at or after handover

The published payment schedule requires 50% of the contract price (~AED 1,178,233) during construction, with 50% due at or after handover.

Why this matters: Deferring at least 40%–50% of the purchase price until completion reduces pre-handover cash lock-in, though buyers must still plan liquidity or financing for the final installment.

SKID intelligence

How does this project compare across all 8 factors?

Evidence Coverage: 5/8 factors (57.6%)
Methodology: skid-geo-v3.0-8factor

How SKID scores & compares projects

0.5 since last analysis

Last evaluated: 2026-10-27

Strong

• Waterfront or beach positioning
• Handover sits in a typical 1–3 year off-plan window

Watch

• 50% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion
• Service charge published at 18

Risk

• Heavy competing supply: 44 other launches in Al Marjan Island

See all 8 scoring factorsWhy SKID gave it 7.3

Why SKID gave it 7.3

Location

Weight: 42.1%

8.7/ 10

Waterfront or beach positioning

Entry price

Weight: 18.2%

Insufficient evidence (N/A)

No verified same-emirate transaction registry benchmark available for this emirate

Developer

Weight: 18.2%

Insufficient evidence (N/A)

Supply / competition

Weight: 21.1%

3.6/ 10

Heavy competing supply: 44 other launches in Al Marjan Island

Payment plan

Weight: 21.1%

7.8/ 10

50% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion

Delivery risk

Weight: 10.5%

8.6/ 10

Handover sits in a typical 1–3 year off-plan window

Exit liquidity

Weight: 6.1%

Insufficient evidence (N/A)

Service charges

Weight: 5.3%

7.1/ 10

Service charge published at 18

Factor	Weight	Score
Location Waterfront or beach positioning	42.1%	8.7/ 10
Entry price No verified same-emirate transaction registry benchmark available for this emirate	18.2%	Insufficient evidence (N/A)
Developer Insufficient evidence (N/A)	18.2%	Insufficient evidence (N/A)
Supply / competition Heavy competing supply: 44 other launches in Al Marjan Island	21.1%	3.6/ 10
Payment plan 50% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion	21.1%	7.8/ 10
Delivery risk Handover sits in a typical 1–3 year off-plan window	10.5%	8.6/ 10
Exit liquidity Insufficient evidence (N/A)	6.1%	Insufficient evidence (N/A)
Service charges Service charge published at 18	5.3%	7.1/ 10

Location

Ras Al Khaimah, Al Marjan Island, BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino"

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· Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

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Living in Al Marjan Island

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Ownership

Freehold

Frequently asked questions

Is BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino" a good off-plan investment in Al Marjan Island?

BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino" in Al Marjan Island (Ras Al Khaimah) scores 7.3/10 (compare) on the independent SKID 8-factor off-plan model across 58% evidenced factor weight. Worth comparing. The evidenced factors are mixed. Strongest evidenced factor: location. Weakest: supply. Reviewed by SKID Investment Research Engine (as of 2026-10-27).

Who is building BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino"?

BNW Developments is the developer named on this launch.

When is handover for BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino"?

The published handover is Jun 2027.

What is the starting price of BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino"?

The published starting price is AED 2.36M.

What does the SKID screen mean for BNW DEVELOPMENTS "Aquino"?

The SKID screen for this launch in Al Marjan Island is 80 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.