Fahid Island
A new island community by Aldar, now under construction.
Living in Fahid Island
Fahid Island is a new island community by Aldar, close to Saadiyat and Yas islands. It was launched in 2025 as a waterside wellness destination, planned with beaches, mangroves, walking and cycling routes, hotels and a school.
More than 6,000 homes are planned across the island. The first project, Fahid Beach Residences, was released first, with more phases following. Construction is underway and the first homes are expected to be handed over around 2029.
Aldar has said the island will have a long natural shoreline, protected mangroves, walking and cycling routes and a hotel led beach. Homes are planned in low and mid rise buildings to keep views open and the island green. As phases are released, more details on schools, shops and facilities will be shared.
Property types
Mostly apartments in low and mid rise beach and waterfront buildings, with more types planned in later phases. Everything is sold off plan.
Best for
Buyers planning a future beach home in Abu Dhabi, and investors with a long term view.
Prices in 2026
Launch and resale prices for 2026, based on developer price lists and early resales. Homes are still being built, so there is no rental market yet.
One bedroom
From around AED 3.5 million to buy
Two and three bedrooms
Around AED 5 million and up to buy
For investors
Fahid Island has drawn strong interest because Aldar has a good delivery record and the island sits between Saadiyat and Yas, two of the strongest markets in Abu Dhabi. Early buyers hope to benefit as the island takes shape.
It is a long term purchase. Handover is several years away, and prices at launch are already close to Yas Island levels. We look at your payment plan, the rules for selling before handover and how the price compares with ready homes nearby.
Early buyers usually pay in stages over the construction period. Make sure you understand the full payment schedule, the handover date and the rules for selling before completion. We compare the price per square foot with ready homes on Saadiyat and Yas so you can see the value clearly.
For families
The island is planned with families in mind, including beaches, parks and an international school. Until it is finished, families buying here are planning ahead, and they often compare it with ready homes on Saadiyat Island or Yas Island.
Families can look at the planned school and parks as each phase is released.
Getting around
Fahid Island will connect to the main highway network near Saadiyat and Yas. Abu Dhabi city centre and Zayed International Airport are both expected to be around 20 minutes away, and Dubai around an hour.
Nearby
The Louvre Abu Dhabi and the beaches of Saadiyat Island, and the theme parks and Yas Mall on Yas Island, are all close by.
What people like
- A new island from a trusted developer
- Between Saadiyat and Yas
- Beaches and green space planned
- Early buyer pricing
What to watch
- Nothing is ready to live in yet
- Handover is several years away
- Prices already close to Yas Island
- Long payment commitment
Common questions
Where is Fahid Island?
Fahid Island is in Abu Dhabi, close to Saadiyat and Yas islands.
Who is developing Fahid Island?
Fahid Island is being developed by Aldar.
When will Fahid Island be ready?
The first homes are expected around 2029, with later phases after that.
How much is a one bedroom on Fahid Island?
One bedroom apartments launched from around AED 3.5 million.
Can foreigners buy on Fahid Island?
Yes. It is open to buyers of any nationality.
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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. Photo by Muhammad Ali Tabassum on Wikimedia Commons, licensed CC BY SA 4.0.