Stellar by Elie Saab (Yas Island) — SKID Score 8.1/10

Key information

Delivery date: Dec 2028
Location: Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, Stellar by Elie Saab
Payment plan: 10/10/80
Property types: Apartment
Government fee: 2%
Ownership type: Freehold
Starting price / sq.ft: AED 3,409 / sq.ft
Unit sizes: From 1,360 sq.ft
SKID score: 8.1 / 10 (Strong investment opportunity)

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Payment plan

10%

Down payment

AED 464K

At sales launch

10%

During construction

AED 464K

Construction milestones

80%

On handover

AED 3.71M

Dec 2028

Published milestone schedule · Payment Plan

5% + 2% ADM5% · AED 232K

5%5% · AED 232K

80%80% · AED 3.71M

Project timeline

Project announcement
Emirates Developments official release
Booking & registration
Open for unit reservation
Construction phase
Active development
Expected completion
Dec 2028

About the project

SKID sees a strong case for investors on the factors it could evidence.

Strongest evidenced factor: payment plan.

Stellar by Elie Saab is a residential development by Emirates Developments, located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The building comprises two basement levels, a ground floor, two amenity floors, sixteen residential floors, and a rooftop with penthouses. The architecture features flowing sculptural lines, expressive geometry, and blends harmoniously with the surrounding natural landscape. The development offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as spacious Penthouses and Garden Villas. The interiors are designed by ELIE SAAB Maison and reflect the brand's signature vision, based on clean lines, balanced proportions, and exceptional craftsmanship. The interiors feature light oak, travertine, bronze accents, signature furniture, and decorative elements by ELIE SAAB Maison. Residents have access to a swimming pool, fitness centre, residents' lounge, conference room, private cinema, and kids' lounge. The development is located close to key destinations. Yas Waterfront is within a 10-minute walk. Etihad Arena is within a 5-minute drive, Yas Marina Circuit is within 7 minutes, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World, and Sea World are within 10 minutes, Yas Mall is within 12 minutes, Zayed International Airport is within 13 minutes, and Saadiyat Cultural District is within 25 minutes.

Incomplete historical delivery data for Emirates Developments in catalog

Emirates 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.

Amenities

BBQ
Bar
Broadband Internet
Children’s Pool
Conference Room
Covered Kids’ Play Area
Fitness Zone
Floating Cabana
Kids’ Club
Leisure Areas
Lift
Lobby
Lounge
Outdoor Cinema
Outdoor Kids’ Play Area
Outdoor Yoga
Owners’ Lounge
Parking
Pool Deck
Private Pool
Resting Areas
Sauna
Shared Pool
Sitting Area
Social Zone
Terrace Garden
Walking Paths

Units

from developer

2 BR

Floor plan not published by source

1,360 sq.ft · AED 3,409 / sq.ft

From AED 4.64M

3 BR

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

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

8.1/ 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 3,409 / sq.ft.

AED 4,636,760 starting price · 1,360 sq.ft.

2. Historical Nearby Closed Sales

Not yet available

Recorded closed sales in this area

3. Spread vs Historical Median

—

Compared with recorded nearby sales

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Down payment10%

AED 464K

At booking

During construction10%

AED 464K

Construction milestones

On handover80%

AED 3.71M

Handover Dec 2028

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Key takeaways before you buy

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

Bottom Line

Incomplete historical delivery data for Emirates Developments in catalog

Emirates 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. (Potential Risk · Estimate — Incomplete History)

Developer Track Record (Incomplete Data)

History Incomplete

Incomplete historical delivery data for Emirates Developments in catalog

Emirates 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 ADREC construction escrow milestones and independent due diligence.

Handover Horizon (Potential Risk)

~2.7 Yrs (2028-12)

Estimated ~2.7-year horizon until 2028-12 target handover (~32 months)

Target completion is scheduled for 2028-12. SKID does not assume or predict developer delays, but a ~2.7-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.

Competing Supply (Potential Risk)

7 Launches

7 competing off-plan launches tracked in Yas Island — potential handover competition

SKID tracks 7 competing off-plan launches in Yas 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.

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

Last evaluated: 2026-11-02

Strong

• Waterfront or beach positioning
• 80% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion
• Handover sits in a typical 1–3 year off-plan window

Watch

• 7 competing launches in Yas Island

Risk

• Service charge published at 22

See all 8 scoring factorsWhy SKID gave it 8.1

Why SKID gave it 8.1

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%

6.4/ 10

7 competing launches in Yas Island

Payment plan

Weight: 21.1%

9.0/ 10

80% 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%

5.5/ 10

Service charge published at 22

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 7 competing launches in Yas Island	21.1%	6.4/ 10
Payment plan 80% of the price is due at or after handover, keeping strong buyer leverage until completion	21.1%	9.0/ 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 22	5.3%	5.5/ 10

Location

Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, Stellar by Elie Saab

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· Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

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Ownership

Freehold

Frequently asked questions

Is Stellar by Elie Saab a good off-plan investment in Yas Island?

Stellar by Elie Saab in Yas Island (Abu Dhabi) scores 8.1/10 (strong) on the independent SKID 8-factor off-plan model across 58% evidenced factor weight. SKID sees a strong case for investors on the factors it could evidence. Strongest evidenced factor: payment plan. Weakest: service charges. Reviewed by SKID Investment Research Engine (as of 2026-11-02).

Who is building Stellar by Elie Saab?

Emirates Developments is the developer named on this launch.

When is handover for Stellar by Elie Saab?

The published handover is Dec 2028.

What is the starting price of Stellar by Elie Saab?

The published starting price is AED 4.64M.

What does the SKID screen mean for Stellar by Elie Saab?

The SKID screen for this launch in Yas Island is 92 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.