Fahid Island property investment guide

Key numbers

Price tier

Luxury

Ownership

Freehold

Maturity

Planned

Handover

2027+

Metro served

No

Commute to downtown

12 min

Projects tracked

3

New & off-plan projects

Amenities & access

Beach

Island beachfront

Metro

No metro

Schools

Planned

Also nearby

Wellness island, marina

Infrastructure that moves values

• Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Highway (E12)operational

  Primary highway running alongside the island, providing the main road artery linking Fahid Island to Yas Island (~5 min), Saadiyat, downtown Abu Dhabi (~20 min) and Zayed International Airport.

• Zayed International Airport (AUH)operational

  Abu Dhabi's main international airport, ~15 minutes from Fahid Island via E12. Terminal A (opened Nov 2023) is a major regional aviation hub serving the island's connectivity.

• Yas Island leisure cluster (Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Yas Mall)operational

  Adjacent destination island ~5 minutes away, home to Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld, Yas Marina Circuit (F1) and Yas Mall - the area's nearest major operational retail and entertainment anchors.

• Saadiyat Island cultural district (Louvre Abu Dhabi)operational

  Neighbouring cultural island ~15 minutes away with Louvre Abu Dhabi, beaches and the under-construction Guggenheim/Zayed National Museum cluster, plus established international schools (GEMS American Academy, Cranleigh).

• Nearby established international schools (SABIS, Raha International, GEMS American Academy)operational

  Existing well-regarded international schools within easy reach on Yas/Khalifa City/Saadiyat serve residents until the on-island King's College campus opens in 2028.

• Fahid Island Masterplan (Aldar megaproject)under construction · 2029

  Aldar's ~AED 40bn ($10.8bn GDV) coastal wellness island spanning ~2.7-3.4M sqm between Yas and Saadiyat. 6,000+ homes (apartments, townhouses, ultra-luxury beach/mangrove villas), 30%+ land as parks/trails. Launched 2024, masterplan unveiled 2025; first handovers ~2029 with full build-out 2029-2032. World's first island to earn Fitwel certification; LEED Cities Platinum precert.

• Fahid Beach Residences (Phase 1)under construction · 2029

  First residential release on the island: seven mid-rise buildings (~65 apartments each) on the beachfront. Phased handover anticipated from Q1-Q2 2029. Amenities include infinity pools, fitness areas, co-working lounges, cinema rooms and pet spa.

• Coral Drive boutique retail street & waterfront promenadeunder construction · 2029

  The island's social hub: a ~2km walkable waterfront promenade plus Coral Drive boutique shopping street with concept stores, art galleries, cafes, dining and a ballet school. Delivered with Phase 1 (~2029).

• The Palmerie Racquet Clubunder construction · 2029

  Central racquet/sports club with padel and squash courts, plus basketball and football courts/fields, anchoring the island's wellness-focused active lifestyle offering.

• Berm Park & green trail networkunder construction · 2029

  Signature 10km fitness corridor / protective berm with shaded rest areas, water stations, fitness zones and three cycling routes linking to Abu Dhabi's wider cycle loop. Over 30% of the island is reserved for parks, gardens and trails.

• Fahid Island beaches (4.6km)under construction · 2029

  4.6km of natural beaches along an ~11km coastline bordered by protected mangroves, with a beach club, watersports hub (kite surfing, paddle boarding, jet skiing) and a 3km mangrove boardwalk.

• Connecting bridges (Yas / Saadiyat / mainland)under construction · 2029

  Pedestrian-first mobility plan includes internal bridges connecting the island's two sides and road links via Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Highway (E12), which runs by the island connecting Yas, Saadiyat and mainland Abu Dhabi.

• King's College School Wimbledon (Fahid Island campus)approved · 2028

  First regional campus of the prestigious UK K-12 school, operated with Aldar Education. 50,000 sqm site for up to 2,220 students, targeting opening September 2028 (subject to ADEK approvals).

• Planned wellness clinics & healthcare facilitiesannounced

  Masterplan dedicates community land to healthcare and wellness clinics as part of the coastal wellness positioning. Operators and exact timeline not yet confirmed as of mid-2026.

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners buy property in Fahid Island?

Yes — Fahid Island is a freehold zone, so foreign buyers get full ownership with no residency requirement.

How far is Fahid Island from downtown Abu Dhabi?

Fahid Island is roughly 12 minutes from downtown by car. Upcoming infrastructure: Fahid Island Masterplan (Aldar megaproject), Fahid Beach Residences (Phase 1), Coral Drive boutique retail street & waterfront promenade, The Palmerie Racquet Club, Berm Park & green trail network, Fahid Island beaches (4.6km), Connecting bridges (Yas / Saadiyat / mainland), King's College School Wimbledon (Fahid Island campus), Planned wellness clinics & healthcare facilities.

What new projects are selling in Fahid Island?

Current launches include The Beach House by Aldar (from AED 1,820,000), Fahid Beach Residences by Aldar (from AED 3,420,000), Fahid Beach Terraces by Aldar (from AED 3,630,000).

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