The Astera

The Astera is a 19-storey residential tower on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, developed by DarGlobal and Aarvees Group in partnership with Aston Martin. The British car manufacturer has designed all interiors, making this one of the few Aston Martin-branded residential projects in the region. The building contains 260 units across 1-3 bedroom apartments and eight exclusive 3-bedroom townhouses.

Prices start at AED 1,900,000 (approximately USD 517,000) for a 1-bedroom apartment. Three-bedroom townhouses are priced from around AED 8,400,000. Unit sizes range from 665 sq. ft for a 1-bedroom apartment up to 2,866 sq. ft for a larger townhouse.

Buyers can choose an 80/20 payment plan, meaning 80% is paid during construction and the remaining 20% on handover. A 70/30 option has also been offered. The resale threshold is notably low — investors can flip their unit after paying just 30% of the total purchase price.

The Astera is scheduled for handover in Q1 2028. The project is currently off-plan and being developed by DarGlobal and Aarvees Group. Construction milestones are tied to the broader development of the Al Marjan Island corridor, which includes the neighbouring Wynn resort.

The Astera includes a private beach, infinity swimming pool with a pool bar, spa, fitness centre, indoor cinema, multipurpose hall, yoga lawn, and a children's play area. These are all within the building, so residents have full access without leaving the complex. Every apartment also comes fitted with top-tier kitchen appliances as standard.

The Astera sits on Al Marjan Island near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Salem Street in Ras Al Khaimah, directly facing the Wynn Al Marjan Island casino resort. Al Hamra Golf Club, Al Hamra Mall, and Al Jazeerah Al Hamra Cultural Sports Club are all within a 10-minute drive. RAK International Airport is 30 minutes away, and Dubai is approximately one hour by road.

The Astera's location adjacent to Wynn Al Marjan Island — the UAE's first licensed casino resort — positions it strongly for short-term rental demand from tourists and casino visitors. Investors can resell after paying just 30% of the unit's value, keeping early exit options flexible. The combination of Aston Martin branding, limited supply of only 260 units, and a high-profile neighbouring attraction supports long-term capital appreciation.

RAK Academy Al Hamra and New British International School are the nearest schools to The Astera, both located within the wider Al Hamra community. The Al Hamra area has developed into a self-contained residential zone with education, retail, and leisure infrastructure already in place. This makes The Astera suitable for families as well as investors.