Vida Residences Saadiyat Island is an off-plan project by Alain in New York University Abu Dhabi, Dubai. Prices start from AED 3,479,999, the payment plan is 10% On booking · 35% During construction · 55% Upon Handover, handover is expected in Q2 2028 and construction is 0% complete.
Vida Residences Saadiyat Island is an off-plan residential project by Alain in the New York University Abu Dhabi area of Saadiyat Island, in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It is a single building with 22 furnished apartments. The register shows 0% construction progress and an expected completion of Q2 2028. The project is currently on sale.
Please note that this is an Abu Dhabi project, not a Dubai one. Some Dubai rules described elsewhere on this site may work differently here. Dani can explain the differences.
Vida Residences Saadiyat Island at a glance
| Project | Vida Residences Saadiyat Island |
|---|---|
| Developer | Alain |
| Area | New York University Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi |
| Property type | Apartments (1, 2 and 3 bedrooms in the price list) |
| Units / buildings | 22 units in 1 building |
| Construction progress | 0% |
| Expected completion | Q2 2028 |
| Prices (developer list, may change) | From AED 2,700,000 for 1 bed; up to AED 4,840,000 listed |
| Payment plan 1BR and 2BR | 10% on booking, 35% during construction, 55% on handover |
| Payment plan 3BR | 10% on booking, 30% during construction, 60% on handover |
| Service charge | AED 30 per sq ft |
| Furnishing | Yes |
Unit types and sizes
- 1 bed: from AED 2,700,000 (833 sq ft) and from AED 2,850,000 (824 sq ft)
- 2 bed: from AED 3,480,000 (1,284 sq ft), AED 3,650,000 (1,263 sq ft), AED 3,730,000 (1,284 sq ft) and AED 4,160,000 (1,609 sq ft)
- 3 bed: from AED 4,490,000 (1,831 sq ft) and AED 4,530,000 (1,832 sq ft)
The data gives a starting price of AED 3,479,999, yet the price list shows two 1-bed units lower than that. The unit type field also says "2–3 bed". Ask Dani to confirm which units are available and at what price. A price list, floor plans and the current payment plan are available on request through the enquiry form.
Amenities
The listed amenities are an indoor and outdoor gym, a main pool with sun deck, a BBQ area, an indoor club lounge, a kids' pool, an outdoor kids' play area and a dog park. Kitchens are described as fully equipped, with modern finishing.
Location: New York University Abu Dhabi
Saadiyat Island is a large island off the coast of Abu Dhabi city. It is known for its beaches and its cultural district, and it is home to New York University Abu Dhabi. The project data gives these distances:
- New York University: 1.0 km
- The Collection Saadiyat Shopping Mall: 2.7 km
- Mamsha Beach: 3.6 km
- Louvre Abu Dhabi: 4.0 km
- Zayed International Airport: 29.9 km
Drive times were not provided. This location may suit buyers who want a furnished home near the university and the island's cultural and beach areas. It is a longer trip from Dubai. See all projects in New York University Abu Dhabi for comparison.
Construction progress and handover
The register shows 0% progress and a Q2 2028 expected completion. That means work has not started on the record. The project is not ready, and the date is an expectation, not a promise. Before you buy, check:
- the registered project status and the escrow account details;
- the handover date written in the sale and purchase agreement (SPA);
- what happens if the date moves;
- the final service charge, currently listed at AED 30 per sq ft.
About the developer
The developer is listed as Alain. We have no further verified details on its track record, so check its previous deliveries before you commit. You can view all Alain off-plan projects on this site.
How to buy off-plan in Vida Residences Saadiyat Island
- Ask for the price list and floor plans. Choose a unit and confirm availability.
- Reserve the unit. The plan asks for 10% on booking.
- Sign the SPA. Read the handover date, payment schedule and penalty clauses.
- Register the sale. In Dubai this is done through the DLD (Oqood, with a 4% fee). Abu Dhabi has its own registration authority and fees, so confirm the process for this project.
- Pay into the escrow account. Off-plan payments should go only to the project's regulated escrow account.
- Pay the balance on handover. This is 55% for 1–2 bed units and 60% for 3 bed units.
For Dubai purchases, a property worth AED 2 million or more may qualify for a Golden Visa. Visa rules for Abu Dhabi property should be checked separately. General questions are answered in our buying FAQ, and you can browse all off-plan projects. To get the latest prices, contact Dani through the enquiry form.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the developer of Vida Residences Saadiyat Island?
The developer is listed as Alain. Ask Dani for details on the developer's previous projects before you reserve.
Where is Vida Residences Saadiyat Island?
It is in the New York University Abu Dhabi area of Saadiyat Island, in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The university is about 1.0 km away and Louvre Abu Dhabi is about 4.0 km away.
When is handover expected?
The expected completion is Q2 2028, and construction progress is shown as 0%. Dates can change, so check the date in the SPA.
What is the payment plan?
For 1 and 2 bedroom units it is 10% on booking, 35% during construction and 55% on handover. For 3 bedroom units it is 10%, 30% and 60%.
How do I get prices and floor plans, and can foreigners buy?
Contact Dani through the enquiry form for the latest price list, floor plans and payment plan. Foreign buyers can generally buy in designated freehold areas of Abu Dhabi, but confirm eligibility for this project before reserving.
Project facts come from the Dubai Land Department project register and the developers' published price lists, and are refreshed regularly. Prices, availability and payment plans can change at any time: ask Dani for the latest.
Prices, availability and payment plans change often and are set by the developer. Ask for the latest details before making a decision.