Al Raha Beach
Waterfront apartments and townhouses near Yas and the airport.
Living in Al Raha Beach
Al Raha Beach is a waterfront community by Aldar, on the coast between Abu Dhabi city and Yas Island. It is made up of several neighbourhoods, including Al Bandar, Al Muneera, Al Zeina and Al Hadeel, set along canals, marinas and a stretch of beach.
Life here is relaxed, with promenades, cafés by the water and beach access for residents. It is popular with families and professionals who work near the airport, Yas Island or Khalifa City, and want a waterfront home without the busier feel of the city centre.
Promenades along the canals and the beach are popular for evening walks, and many apartments have views over the water.
Property types
One to four bedroom apartments, plus townhouses and villas along the canals and the beach.
Best for
Families and couples who want waterfront living close to Yas Island and the airport.
Prices and rents in 2026
Typical ranges for 2026, based on recent transactions and listing reports in Abu Dhabi. Apartments here average around AED 1,850 per sq ft.
One bedroom
Around AED 1.4 to 2 million to buy
AED 100,000 to 120,000 a year to rent
Two bedrooms
Around AED 2.2 to 3 million to buy
AED 135,000 to 160,000 a year to rent
Three bedrooms
Around AED 3.3 to 4.5 million to buy
AED 175,000 to 200,000 a year to rent
Townhouse or villa
Around AED 5 to 9 million to buy
AED 230,000 to 320,000 a year to rent
For investors
Al Raha Beach usually returns around 5.5% to 6% gross. Demand comes from airport, aviation and Yas Island staff, as well as families who like the beach and the canals.
The community is largely complete, so there is little new supply inside it, which supports rents. Buildings vary in age and service charges, so we compare them before you buy.
For families
Families enjoy the beach, the promenades and the play areas. Schools are a short drive away in Khalifa City and on Yas Island, and the community is close to clinics and hospitals. Families also compare it with Yas Island.
Getting around
Al Raha Beach sits on the main highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Zayed International Airport is about 5 to 10 minutes away, Yas Island about 5 minutes, Abu Dhabi city centre about 25 minutes and Dubai around an hour.
Taxis are easy to find, and buses connect the community to Yas Island and the city centre. Traffic on the main highway towards the city can be slow in the morning.
Nearby
Cafés and restaurants line the marina at Al Bandar and Al Muneera, and Yas Mall is about 10 minutes away. Yas Island is next door, and Saadiyat Island is about 20 minutes away.
Districts in Al Raha Beach
Al Raha Beach was built by Aldar along the water between Abu Dhabi city and Yas Island, and it is really a group of smaller districts. Al Bandar has apartments set around a marina with about 130 berths and a promenade of cafés and restaurants. Al Muneera and Al Zeina sit on the beach side and mix apartments, townhouses and villas, with a private beach for residents. Al Hadeel is a smaller district of apartments and townhouses close to the Al Bandar promenade, and Al Raha Lofts has loft style apartments looking over the canal.
Yas Island is right across the water, and Zayed International Airport is about 10 minutes away by car. Dubai Marina is roughly an hour away along the E11 outside rush hour, which is why some people working in Dubai still choose to live here.
What people like
- Beach and canal side living
- Minutes from Yas Island and the airport
- Calm, established neighbourhoods
- Little new supply nearby
What to watch
- Some buildings are older
- Aircraft noise in some areas
- Far from the old city centre
- A car is essential
Common questions
Where is Al Raha Beach?
It is on the coast between Abu Dhabi city and Yas Island, about 5 to 10 minutes from Zayed International Airport.
How much is rent at Al Raha Beach?
In 2026 a one bedroom is around AED 100,000 to 120,000 a year, and a two bedroom around AED 135,000 to 160,000.
Who developed Al Raha Beach?
Al Raha Beach was developed by Aldar.
Is Al Raha Beach good for families?
Yes. It has beach access, promenades and schools nearby.
Can foreigners buy at Al Raha Beach?
Yes. Al Raha Beach is an investment zone open to buyers of any nationality.
Does Al Raha Beach have a marina?
Yes. Al Bandar has a marina with about 130 berths, with cafés and restaurants along the promenade.
How close is Al Raha Beach to Yas Island?
Very close. Yas Island is directly across the water, so Yas Mall, Yas Marina and the theme parks are only a few minutes away by car.
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This guide gives general information, last reviewed in October 2026. Prices, availability and project details change, so ask an advisor for current figures before making a decision. Image courtesy of Aldar.0.