Vida Residences Hillside: the DLD record
The Land Department recorded 66 purchases here in 2026 (to 26 October 2026) at a median AED 2,186,166, or AED 2,471 per square foot.
- What do buyers actually pay?
- The median recorded 2026 purchase price is AED 2,186,166.
- How do you pay?
- The plan listed for this project is 10/70/20. We have not checked it against a dated developer document, so confirm the same plan is written into your sales agreement before you pay.
- Which unit sizes sell here?
- Of the recorded 2026 purchases to 26 October 2026, none were studios and 50% were one-bedrooms.
Vida Residences Hillside Payment Plan & Down Payment
10/70/20 — 10% down payment at launch, 70% during construction, 20% on handover.
Down payment: 10% on booking, about AED 180,000 at the entry price, plus the 4% DLD fee at registration.
| Milestone | % | Entry price (AED 1.8M) | Median paid (AED 2.19M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down payment at launch | 10% | AED 180,000 | AED 218,617 |
| During construction | 70% | AED 1,260,000 | AED 1,530,316 |
| On handover | 20% | AED 360,000 | AED 437,233 |
| DLD transfer fee, on purchase | 4% | AED 72,000 | AED 87,447 |
| Cash needed before handover | 80% + fee | AED 1,512,000 | AED 1,836,379 |
| On handover | 20% | AED 360,000 | AED 437,233 |
The median is of 66 purchases recorded by the Dubai Land Department in 2026 — a more realistic basis than the entry price unless you are buying the cheapest unit. Excludes the AED 1,000 Oqood registration, any developer admin fee and service charges; confirm every figure against your sale agreement. Compare payment plans across every Dubai project →
If the marketed date and the date in your sale agreement differ, the contract governs — get it in writing before you pay.
What Actually Sold at Vida Residences Hillside
What buyers actually paid, from Dubai Land Department records. Data as of 26 Oct 2026.
Buying pace through the year
What buyers bought
| Unit size | Sales | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 B/R | 33 | 50% |
| 2 B/R | 17 | 26% |
| 3 B/R | 16 | 24% |
Source: Dubai Land Department, 2026. Medians move as more sales register, and do not separate developer sales from resales.
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Before You Pay: Check Vida Residences Hillside Against the DLD Register
Marketing material is written by the seller. The Dubai Land Department register is not. These are the facts filed with the government for this project — escrow status, unit count, construction progress and the completion date on record. Free, no email needed.
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We read the DLD register every morning. If the escrow status, completion date or unit count changes for Vida Residences Hillside, we will email you. Nothing else.
Vida Residences Hillside Handover Date & Construction Progress
Handover: May 2029. Vida Residences Hillside is not in the part of the DLD register we track (projects registered or due in 2026), so we cannot show its % built here.
Check the escrow account and construction progress on the DLD register or the Dubai REST app before you pay — here is how to read an escrow account, and what it does not protect →
Property Overview
Vida Residences Hillside unit types & floor plans
| Unit | Size | From | Share of recorded sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed Apartment | 757–831 | AED 1,800,000 | 50% |
| 2 Bed Apartment | 1250–1542 | – | 26% |
| 3 Bed Apartment | 1826–2001 | – | 24% |
| 3 Bed Townhouse | 2,616 sq ft | – | not recorded |
Share of 66 Dubai Land Department sales in 2026 where the unit size was recorded — the layout most people bought is the one you will compete with at resale. Floor plans: not published in a form we can verify — ask the developer for the plan of your exact unit and floor before you commit.
Vida Residences Hillside Location & Master Plan
Nearby Transport
Amenities & Facilities
Is Vida Residences Hillside a good investment? Our view
Vida Residences Hillside blends modern architecture, community living, and Vida’s lifestyle branding within Dubai Hills Estate.
Who it suits
Vida Residences Hillside is suited for end users, families, and investors seeking a branded lifestyle residence within a mature master community.
For investors
From an investor perspective, Vida Residences Hillside benefits from Emaar’s brand strength, Dubai Hills Estate resale liquidity, and sustained rental demand.
If you will live there
For end users, the project offers spacious layouts, green surroundings, premium amenities, and easy access to retail, leisure, and business hubs.
How Dubai Hills Estate compares
Thinking about Vida Residences Hillside? See how its area stacks up on recorded prices, unit mix and delivery.
Compared head to head
Buyers looking at Vida Residences Hillside commonly weigh it against these, on what the Land Department register says both actually sold for.
- Vida Residences Hillside vs Greencrest Same developer, same community, same handover year. The Vida name costs 18% more per square foot, and the register has less than a third as much evidence behind its price.
FAQs
What is the starting price?
The starting price for Vida Residences Hillside is from AED 1.8 million.
What is the payment plan for Vida Residences Hillside?
The structure is 10% down payment at launch; 70% during construction; 20% on handover.
What is the handover date?
The expected completion date is May 2029.
Is the project freehold?
Yes, Vida Residences Hillside offers freehold ownership.
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Data & accuracy: Figures on this page are compiled from Dubai Land Department open data, developer materials and market sources, and can change without notice. Prices, payment plans, handover dates and availability must be verified directly with the developer or a RERA-licensed broker before you commit to anything. Nothing here is financial advice or an offer to sell. Spotted something wrong? Tell us and we'll correct it. Last updated 28 Oct 2026.