EMAAR "Avelia" (The Valley) — SKID Score 6.4/10

Key information

Delivery date: Dec 2029
Location: Dubai, The Valley, EMAAR "Avelia"
Payment plan: 10/70/20
Property types: Villa
Government fee: 4% + AED 3,000 admin
Ownership type: Freehold
Starting price / sq.ft: AED 1,665 / sq.ft
Unit sizes: From 4,356 sq.ft
SKID score: 6.4 / 10 (Proceed with caution)

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From: AED 8.86M

Dubai, The Valley, EMAAR "Ovelle"

Payment plan

10%

Down payment

AED 725K

At sales launch

70%

During construction

AED 5.08M

Construction milestones

20%

On handover

AED 1.45M

Dec 2029

Published milestone schedule · Payment Plan

10% + 4% DLD + 3000 AED Oqood10% · AED 725K

10%10% · AED 725K

20%20% · AED 1.45M

Project timeline

Project announcement
Emaar Properties official release
Booking & registration
Open for unit reservation
Construction phase
Active development
Expected completion
Dec 2029

About the project

Proceed with caution.

Several evidenced factors are weak.

Avelia is a project by Emaar Properties, located in the picturesque community of The Valley. The development features spacious four- and five-bedroom villas, perfectly suited for comfortable family living. The villas are surrounded by landscaped greenery, creating an atmosphere of privacy, comfort, and tranquility. The architecture blends contemporary elegance with the natural surroundings, while interiors are bright, airy, and thoughtfully designed, featuring neutral tones and eco-friendly materials. Emphasis is placed on natural light and seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing a harmonious and comfortable living environment. The community offers a wide range of amenities, including walking paths, observation terraces, a themed central park, a marketplace with a fountain, sports courts, a children’s play area, and suspension bridges, catering to an active and fulfilling lifestyle for the entire family. The project enjoys a prime location. Key destinations are just minutes away: Rugby Sevens — five minutes, Dubai Outlet Mall — eight minutes, Downtown Dubai — twenty minutes, and Dubai International Airport — twenty-five minutes. Its proximity to Expo 2020, JAFZA, DIP, and Dubai South makes the development appealing to both families and investors.

Asking price is 24.2% above nearby closed sales (+AED 325/sq.ft.)

Published starting price per sq ft is notably above historical closed transactions in this district.

Amenities

Fountain
Kids’ Play Area
Leisure Areas
Park Access
Recreational Areas
Resting Areas
Retail Outlets
Sitting Area
Social Zone
Sports Ground
Vegetable Garden
Walking Paths

Units

from developer

4 BR Villa

Floor plan not published by source

4,356 sq.ft · AED 1,665 / sq.ft

From AED 7.25M

5 BR Villa

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

8/8 factors backed by verified evidence (100% weight coverage) · skid-geo-v3.0-8factor

6.4/ 10

Historical DLD Transaction Context

Asking price is 24.2% higher than nearby completed homes (+AED 325/sq.ft.)

24.2% above comparable sales

The developer asks AED 7,251,888 (~AED 1,665/sq.ft. for a published 4,356 sq.ft. starting unit), while comparable residential homes in The Valley sold for a median of AED 1,340/sq.ft. (AED 5,837,040 for the same size).

1. Published Asking Price

AED 1,665 / sq.ft.

AED 7,251,888 starting price · 4,356 sq.ft.

2. Historical Nearby Closed Sales

AED 1,340 / sq.ft.

~AED 5,837,040 for the same size

3. Spread vs Historical Median

+AED 325 / sq.ft. (+24.2%)

+AED 1,414,848 vs historical median

Published Launch AskAED 1,665 / sq.ft.

Historical Nearby Closed Sales MedianAED 1,340 / sq.ft.

Historical transaction context: The asking rate is 24.2% (~AED 1,414,848 on a 4,356 sq.ft. unit) above recent nearby completed homes in The Valley. Paying above recent nearby transactions increases your upfront entry basis—local secondary prices would need to sit at least 24.2% higher—plus ~4%–6% in registration and resale costs—at handover just to match today's baseline.

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Down payment10%

AED 725K

At booking

During construction70%

AED 5.08M

Construction milestones

On handover20%

AED 1.45M

Handover 2029

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Bottom Line

Asking price is 24.2% above nearby closed sales (+AED 325/sq.ft.)

The developer asks AED 1,665/sq.ft., whereas comparable homes in The Valley sold for a median of AED 1,340/sq.ft. (~AED 1,414,848 higher for the same area). (Verified Fact · Verified DLD Sales)

Pricing vs. Closed Sales

+24.2% (+AED 325/sq.ft.)

Asking price is 24.2% above nearby closed sales (+AED 325/sq.ft.)

The developer asks AED 1,665/sq.ft., whereas comparable homes in The Valley sold for a median of AED 1,340/sq.ft. (~AED 1,414,848 higher for the same area).

Why this matters: The asking rate is 24.2% (~AED 1,414,848 on a 4,356 sq.ft. unit) above recent nearby completed homes in The Valley. Paying above recent nearby transactions increases your upfront entry basis—local secondary prices would need to sit at least 24.2% higher—plus ~4%–6% in registration and resale costs—at handover just to match today's baseline.

Payment-Plan Exposure

80/20 Split

High pre-handover capital commitment: 80% due before completion

The published payment schedule requires 80% of the contract price (~AED 5,801,510) during construction, with 20% due at or after handover.

Why this matters: Front-loaded installment schedules increase capital tied up while the building is unfinished; confirm that milestones are linked to certified construction progress rather than calendar dates.

Handover Horizon (Potential Risk)

~3.7 Yrs (2029-12)

Estimated ~3.7-year horizon until 2029-12 target handover (~44 months)

Target completion is scheduled for 2029-12. SKID does not assume or predict developer delays, but a ~3.7-year construction window carries potential schedule and market-cycle exposure.

Why this matters: Capital committed during construction remains illiquid until handover, and multi-year timelines carry potential exposure to contractor pacing, phased delivery, and market shifts.

SKID intelligence

How does this project compare across all 8 factors?

Evidence Coverage: 8/8 factors (100%)
Methodology: skid-geo-v3.0-8factor

How SKID scores & compares projects

Last evaluated: 2026-11-02

Strong

• Established Tier-1 UAE master developer track record
• 1 other live launches in The Valley
• Service charge published at 3

Watch

• Amenities mention park
• Handover is more than three years out
• 160 closed sales in the last year in this community

Risk

• Published starting price vs historical DLD closed sales median: +24.2% above historical DLD closed sales median per sq ft in this community
• 20% of the price is due at or after handover

See all 8 scoring factorsWhy SKID gave it 6.4

Why SKID gave it 6.4

Location

Weight: 24.2%

6.5/ 10

Amenities mention park

Entry price

Weight: 18.2%

3.2/ 10

Published starting price vs historical DLD closed sales median: +24.2% above historical DLD closed sales median per sq ft in this community

Developer

Weight: 18.2%

8.2/ 10

Established Tier-1 UAE master developer track record

Supply / competition

Weight: 12.1%

8.0/ 10

1 other live launches in The Valley

Payment plan

Weight: 12.1%

5.1/ 10

20% of the price is due at or after handover

Delivery risk

Weight: 6.1%

6.7/ 10

Handover is more than three years out

Exit liquidity

Weight: 6.1%

7.4/ 10

160 closed sales in the last year in this community

Service charges

Weight: 3%

8.6/ 10

Service charge published at 3

Factor	Weight	Score
Location Amenities mention park	24.2%	6.5/ 10
Entry price Published starting price vs historical DLD closed sales median: +24.2% above historical DLD closed sales median per sq ft in this community	18.2%	3.2/ 10
Developer Established Tier-1 UAE master developer track record	18.2%	8.2/ 10
Supply / competition 1 other live launches in The Valley	12.1%	8.0/ 10
Payment plan 20% of the price is due at or after handover	12.1%	5.1/ 10
Delivery risk Handover is more than three years out	6.1%	6.7/ 10
Exit liquidity 160 closed sales in the last year in this community	6.1%	7.4/ 10
Service charges Service charge published at 3	3%	8.6/ 10

Recent sales nearby

Date	Type	Price	Sq ft	AED / sq ft
2026-07-07	Off-plan · Villa	AED 2.75M	1,940	1,418
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Villa	AED 5.18M	3,549	1,459
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Villa	AED 2.51M	1,873	1,341
2026-07-06	Ready · Villa	AED 3.47M	2,485	1,396
2026-07-06	Off-plan · Villa	AED 3.75M	3,229	1,161
2026-07-06	Ready · Villa	AED 2.43M	1,902	1,275
2026-07-03	Ready · Villa	AED 2.5M	1,484	1,685
2026-07-03	Ready · Villa	AED 2.69M	1,873	1,434
2026-07-03	Ready · Villa	AED 2.87M	1,873	1,530
2026-07-03	Ready · Villa	AED 2.7M	1,873	1,442
2026-07-02	Off-plan · Villa	AED 4.45M	5,305	839
2026-07-02	Off-plan · Villa	AED 3.04M	1,939	1,566
2026-07-02	Ready · Villa	AED 3.4M	2,893	1,175
2026-07-02	Ready · Villa	AED 2.65M	1,873	1,415
2026-07-01	Ready · Villa	AED 3.15M	2,809	1,121
2026-06-30	Off-plan · Villa	AED 3.38M	2,949	1,145
2026-06-30	Off-plan · Villa	AED 2.8M	1,963	1,427
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Villa	AED 3.8M	3,233	1,175
2026-06-29	Off-plan · Villa	AED 2.25M	1,483	1,517
2026-06-29	Ready · Villa	AED 3.4M	2,750	1,236
2026-06-29	Ready · Villa	AED 3.4M	2,772	1,227
2026-06-26	Ready · Villa	AED 2.58M	1,483	1,736
2026-06-25	Off-plan · Villa	AED 2.86M	2,101	1,362
2026-06-25	Ready · Villa	AED 2.7M	1,483	1,821

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

Location

Dubai, The Valley, EMAAR "Avelia"

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· The Valley, Dubai

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Living in The Valley

Historical DLD Median

AED 1,340 / sq.ft

Historical DLD Sample

160 closed sales

Ownership

Freehold

Frequently asked questions

Is EMAAR "Avelia" a good off-plan investment in The Valley?

EMAAR "Avelia" in The Valley (Dubai) scores 6.4/10 (caution) on the independent SKID 8-factor off-plan model across 100% evidenced factor weight. Proceed with caution. Several evidenced factors are weak. Strongest evidenced factor: service charges. Weakest: entry price. Historical DLD Closed Transactions: matched closed sales in The Valley record a median of AED 1,340/sqft across 160 verified transactions. Reviewed by SKID Investment Research Engine (as of 2026-11-02).

Who is building EMAAR "Avelia"?

Emaar Properties is the developer named on this launch.

When is handover for EMAAR "Avelia"?

The published handover is Dec 2029.

What is the starting price of EMAAR "Avelia"?

The published starting price is AED 7.25M.

What does the SKID screen mean for EMAAR "Avelia"?

The SKID screen for this launch in The Valley is 56 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.