Celia Gardens: 1 and 2-Bedroom Apartments in Nad Al Sheba
Celia Gardens is a residential project by Abou Eid Real Estate Development, located in Nad Al Sheba Gardens on the southeastern edge of Dubai. The development offers 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, with construction started in late 2024 and handover originally scheduled for May 2026.
Nad Al Sheba: A Residential District Close to Downtown
Nad Al Sheba sits roughly 10 to 15 minutes from Downtown Dubai and Business Bay by car, with direct access via Al Ain Road and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. The Meydan Racecourse complex anchors the northern edge of the district, and the broader Nad Al Sheba community is a mix of villas and low-rise residential buildings.
The area draws families and professionals who want access to the city's main business corridors without living in a high-density environment. Commutes to Downtown, DIFC, or Business Bay are under 15 minutes by car. The residential character of the district suits long-term occupiers more than short-stay renters.
AED 1.6M to AED 2.7M: What the Spread Means
Prices run from AED 1,600,000 to AED 2,700,000. The low end covers all one-bedroom layouts, ranging from 788 to 862 sq ft across three configurations. The high end covers two-bedroom units at 1,368 and 1,484 sq ft.
One-bedroom buyers at AED 1.6M get a compact apartment in a community with on-site retail, a gymnasium, a pool, and an International School. The three layout types have very similar floor areas, so the choice between them is about configuration rather than size or price. Two-bedroom buyers pay AED 2.7M regardless of layout. Type A provides 116 more sq ft than Type B at the same price, with no cost difference between the two configurations.
One and Two Bedrooms
All units are apartments. The project offers three one-bedroom layouts and two two-bedroom layouts. There are no studios and no larger options. The project targets individuals, couples, and small families.
What the Amenities Say
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Education | International School |
| Fitness | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool |
| Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Services | Retail Facilities, Security |
The on-site International School is the standout feature of this project. Having a school inside the development eliminates the daily school-run logistics that push many families toward villa communities or school-adjacent districts. That single amenity significantly narrows the target resident profile toward families with children of school age.
The indoor pool and gym are solid fitness provisions. Landscaped gardens and a children's play area complete the outdoor offering. The retail facilities allow residents to cover daily needs without leaving the development. The overall amenity set points to a project built for permanent residents rather than short-stay tenants.
Getting In for 10%
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 40% |
| Handover | 20% |
| Post handover | 30% |
The 10% down payment keeps the entry cost low. Construction-phase payments spread 40% across the build period. Handover requires an additional 20%, bringing the total pre-key commitment to 70% of the purchase price. The remaining 30% is post-handover, paid after the buyer receives the unit. For buyers who intend to tenant the apartment immediately, the rental income can run against the post-handover installments before the full purchase price is settled.
May 2026 Completion
Construction started in November 2024 with a target handover of May 2026. That date has now passed, placing the project at or very close to the handover stage. The construction window was approximately 18 months.