Choosing the right home starts with understanding the differences. Here is a quick guide to Arada’s three Masaar communities to help you decide.

Masaar 1 – For Immediate Living

Masaar 1 is the completed original community spanning 19 million sq. ft. with over 50,000 trees . It delivers 2 to 5-bedroom homes across seven gated districts. Over 1,500 homes are already handed over, with the remainder completing by end of 2026 . Choose this if you want to move in now and secure immediate rental income. Secondary market prices range from AED 1.45M to AED 10.7M .

Masaar 2 – Sold Out with Future Potential

Masaar 2 spans 10.5 million sq. ft. and sold out its 2,000 homes in just three hours upon launch . It features 40,000 trees and offers 2 to 5-bedroom contemporary homes. The first handovers are expected in 2027, with full completion by mid-2028 . Choose this only if you find a secondary market opportunity, as the primary market is now closed .

Masaar 3 – The Active Launch Opportunity

Masaar 3 is Arada’s largest phase at 21 million sq. ft. with over 100,000 trees and a total project value of AED 12.5 billion . It will deliver 4,000 homes across eight gated neighbourhoods, including townhouses and 2 to 5-bedroom villas . The community features a swimmable central lagoon and more than 13 km of trails . Choose this if you want to buy from the primary market today, as it is the only phase still actively selling, with handover expected in phases starting from 2027.

Quick Comparision

Feature Masaar 1 Masaar 2 Masaar 3
Total Area 19M Sq.ft 10.5M Sq.ft 21M Sq.ft
Total Homes 4000+ 2,000 4,000
Trees 50,000+ 40,000 100,000+
Availability Secondary Market Sold Out Primary Market Active
Handover Status Mostly Ready 2027-2028 2029
Price Range Aed 1.45M – 10.7M Sold Out Starting from AED 1.8M

Verdict: If you want a home you can move into immediately, look to Masaar 1’s secondary market. For a new launch with the latest amenities and flexible payment plans, Masaar 3 is your current entry point. Masaar 2, while a proven success, is now only available through resale.