AYS Property Development vs Ellington Properties

AYS Property Development4 projectsEllington Properties28 projectsMed. yield7.0% vs 7.0%Entry fromAED 1.8M vs AED 1.0M

AYS Property Development and Ellington Properties are two of the largest off-plan developers active in the UAE today. In our current catalogue, AYS Property Development has 4 active off-plan projects and Ellington Properties has 28. Median estimated rental yields are similar at 7.0% and 7.0% respectively.

Entry prices: AYS Property Development from AED 1.8M, Ellington Properties from AED 1.0M. AYS Property Development concentrates inventory in Dubai Islands, JVC; Ellington Properties in Dubai Islands, Jumeirah Islands, Al Jaddaf. Configurations: AYS Property Development offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed; Ellington Properties offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed. Use the side-by-side breakdown below to compare yields, payment plans, areas covered and active project counts before shortlisting.

AYS Property Development vs Ellington Properties: at a glance

  • Cheaper entryWinner Ellington PropertiesAED 1.0M vs AED 1.8M (43% cheaper).
  • Higher yieldTieWithin 0.2 pp: 7.0% vs 7.0% median.
  • More projectsWinner Ellington Properties28 vs 4 active off-plan projects.
  • Earlier handoverWinner Ellington PropertiesQ3 2026 vs Q4 2026 (nearest handover).
  • Wider area coverageWinner Ellington PropertiesActive in 12 vs 2 UAE areas.

Ellington Properties wins on cheaper entry, more projects, earlier handover, wider area coverage.

Where AYS Property Development and Ellington Properties compete head-to-head

1 shared submarket where both developers have active off-plan inventory today — the cleanest places to compare the two side by side at unit level.

AreaAYS Property DevelopmentEllington Properties
Dubai Islands3 AYS Property Development projects in Dubai Islands
7.0% yield · from AED 2.0M
7 Ellington Properties projects in Dubai Islands
7.0% yield · from AED 1.7M
MetricAYS Property DevelopmentEllington Properties
Active off-plan projects428
Median est. yield7.0%7.0%
Top est. yield8.5%8.5%
Price rangeAED 1.8M – AED 10MAED 1.0M – AED 49M
Median price/sqftAED 1855AED 482
Median appreciation to handover5%13%
Handover spreadQ4 2026 – Q4 2027Q3 2026 – Q4 2031
Top areasDubai Islands, JVCDubai Islands, Jumeirah Islands, Al Jaddaf
Top payment plans20/40/40, 20/45/35, 60/4020/50/30, 70/30, 20/40/40
Configurations offeredstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bedstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed
Browse by developer: All AYS Property Development projects, all Ellington Properties projects
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10 off-plan projects
Dubai Islands
AYS Property Development
Breva by AYS Developers
Dubai Islands · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q4 2026
AED 1.97M+ Hot
JVC
AYS Property Development
Q Gardens Aliya
JVC · Dubai
8.5% yield+7% apprec.Q4 2027
AED 1.75M+
Dubai Islands
AYS Property Development
Tivanno Residence
Dubai Islands · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q1 2027
AED 2.27M+
Dubai Islands
AYS Property Development
Ventone
Dubai Islands · Dubai
7% yield+6% apprec.Q4 2027
AED 2.17M+ Hot
Al Jaddaf
Ellington
Al Jadaf Water front
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+20% apprec.TBA
Price on request Hot
Jumeirah Islands
Ellington
Altiera Heights
Jumeirah Islands · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q4 2028
AED 2.00M+ Hot
Al Jaddaf
Ellington
Art Bay East
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q3 2026
AED 1.00M+
Al Jaddaf
Ellington
Art Bay West
Al Jaddaf · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q3 2026
AED 1.98M+
Falcon City of Wonders
Ellington
Belgravia Gardens
Falcon City of Wonders · Dubai
7% yield+10% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 1.90M+
Falcon City of Wonders
Ellington
Belgravia Gardens Phase 3 By Ellington
Falcon City of Wonders · Dubai
7% yield+9% apprec.Q3 2028
AED 1.30M+

Frequently asked questions

Which developer has more off-plan projects in the UAE, AYS Property Development or Ellington Properties?
Ellington Properties has more active off-plan projects (28) than AYS Property Development (4). Project counts are tracked from our live catalogue of UAE off-plan inventory.
Which is cheaper to buy off-plan, AYS Property Development or Ellington Properties?
Ellington Properties is currently cheaper to enter, with prices from AED 1.0M versus AED 1.8M for AYS Property Development.
Which developer offers higher rental yields, AYS Property Development or Ellington Properties?
Median estimated rental yields are similar: 7.0% for AYS Property Development and 7.0% for Ellington Properties. Yields are derived from current advertised rentals against projected handover pricing and should be treated as an estimate.
Where do AYS Property Development and Ellington Properties compete head-to-head?
Both developers currently have active off-plan inventory in 1 shared area: Dubai Islands. These submarkets are the easiest places to compare the two side by side at unit level.
What payment plans do AYS Property Development and Ellington Properties typically offer?
Most common AYS Property Development plans in our catalogue: 20/40/40; 20/45/35. Most common Ellington Properties plans: 20/50/30; 70/30. Individual project terms vary — check each project page for the exact instalment schedule.
When do AYS Property Development and Ellington Properties projects hand over?
AYS Property Development handovers run from Q4 2026 to Q4 2027; Ellington Properties handovers run from Q3 2026 to Q4 2031.
Which developer has better capital appreciation potential, AYS Property Development or Ellington Properties?
Ellington Properties shows higher median projected capital appreciation to handover (13%) than AYS Property Development (5%). Appreciation is estimated from advertised handover prices against current entry prices — treat it as a soft signal, not a guarantee.
Which developer is a better fit for me, AYS Property Development or Ellington Properties?
The right answer depends on what you optimise for. Yield hunters get similar median yields either way. First-time buyers on a budget get more room with Ellington Properties on entry pricing. Long-hold investors who want optionality get the wider inventory pick with Ellington Properties. Use the side-by-side breakdown above to weigh the trade-offs against your own priorities.
How many bedroom configurations do AYS Property Development and Ellington Properties offer, and which is better for family units?
AYS Property Development offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed in our current catalogue. Ellington Properties offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed. Ellington Properties goes up to 6-bedroom units versus 4-bedroom for AYS Property Development, which matters if you're shopping for a larger family home.