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Abu Dhabi's premier entertainment district — from Formula 1 to Ferrari World.

Yas Island

Yas Island is Abu Dhabi's entertainment hub and one of its fastest-growing freehold areas. The island is home to the Yas Marina Circuit (the F1 track), Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World and Yas Mall. Standout sub-communities include Yas Bay and Water's Edge. The blend of tourist demand and local residential demand drives excellent short-term rental performance (occupancy above 88%) alongside long-term yields of 5–7.8%. The area is especially attractive to holiday-home buyers.

Master developer Aldar Properties Yas Bay · Water's Edge · Yas Acres · Yas Acres The Magnolias · Lea Tourist-family · freehold · mixed-use
5–7.8%
Rental yield (apartments)
From AED 897K
Studio price
F1 · Ferrari World · Yas Mall
Attractions
CONNECTIVITY

Where Yas Island sits.

Yas Island is connected to the mainland by several bridges. Its proximity to AUH (10 minutes) also makes it convenient for tourists.

Drive times

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)~10 min
Abu Dhabi Downtown~25 min
Saadiyat Island~20 min
Dubai (Downtown)~70 min

Metro & transport

None
Abu Dhabi currently has no metro. Buses, taxis and hotel transfer services are widely available.

Major roads

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan RoadE10
Sheikh Khalifa HighwayE12
NEIGHBORHOOD LIFE

A full life — without leaving.

Education

  • West Yas Academy
  • Cranleigh Abu Dhabi (~5 min)
  • Sabis International School

Healthcare

  • Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (~15 min)
  • Yas Medical Center

Shopping

  • Yas Mall — the largest mall in Abu Dhabi
  • Yas Bay Waterfront — shops and restaurants

Leisure

  • Yas Marina Circuit — the F1 track
  • Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
  • Yas Waterworld
  • Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
  • SeaWorld Abu Dhabi (new)
  • Yas Beach Club

Landmarks

  • Yas Marina Circuit — host of the F1 Grand Prix
  • Yas Mall
  • W Abu Dhabi Hotel
THE DATA

The numbers. No fluff.

Yas Island is a distinctive tourist-and-family destination within Abu Dhabi — direct connectivity to the airport, steady tourist demand for short-term lets (occupancy above 88%), and long-term rental demand from families who work nearby or simply enjoy an entertainment-led environment. Capital appreciation has been a steady 50% over four years.

5–7.8%
Gross rental yield · city avg ~6.5% (Abu Dhabi)
1,200–1,900 AED/sqft
Current price · per sq.ft
13–20 AED per sqm AED/sqft
Service charge · per year
Avg. price per sq.ft · 2022–2026 ▲ +50% over 4 years
20222023202420252026
Studio / 1BR (short-term let)6.5–7.8%
1–2BR apartment (long-term)5–6.5%
Villas / townhouses4–5.5%
FIGURES INDICATIVE, NOT A GUARANTEE · AS OF 2026-05-26
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who Yas Island suits best.

A strong fit if you're…
  • Short-term rental investors — 88%+ occupancy driven by tourists visiting F1 and the theme parks
  • Holiday-home / second-home buyers — a rare combination of leisure, sea and airport proximity
  • Families who love sport and an entertainment-led setting
Look elsewhere if you want…
  • Anyone seeking a core business location — Yas is a leisure district, not a CBD
18 PROJECTS IN YAS ISLAND

What's available right now.

Live from the catalog — sorted cheapest first.

PRE-LAUNCH

Aldar Yas Golf Collection Residences at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Studio, 1-3 Bedroom Handover Q2 2026
From
699,371 AED
OFF-PLAN

Reportage Diva at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

1-3 Bedroom Handover Q2 2025
From
916,935 AED
OFF-PLAN

Aldar Gardenia Bay at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Studio, 1-3 Bedroom Handover Q2 2027
From
1,150,000 AED
OFF-PLAN
Baraka Real Estate Development

The Bay Residence II at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

3-4 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
1,300,000 AED
OFF-PLAN
Esnad Management

Vista Del Mar at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

1-4 Bedroom Handover Q3 2026
From
1,359,275 AED
OFF-PLAN
Aldar Properties PJSC

Aldar Yas Park Place at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Studio, 1-3 Bedroom Handover Q1 2030
From
1,390,000 AED
PRE-LAUNCH

Reportage Perla Heights at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Studio, 1-4 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
1,500,000 AED
OFF-PLAN

Reportage Selina Bay at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

1-4 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
1,717,925 AED
OFF-PLAN
Ohana Development

Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

1-4 Bedroom Handover Q4 2029
From
2,000,000 AED
OFF-PLAN
SIADAH Real Estate Development

Yas Beach Residence at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

2-3 Bedroom Handover Q4 2024
From
2,468,010 AED
OFF-PLAN
Burtville Developments

Bab Al Qasr Residences 31 at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

3-5 Bedroom Handover Q1 2029
From
2,670,000 AED
PRE-LAUNCH
Aldar Properties PJSC

Aldar Waldorf Astoria Residences at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

1-3 Bedroom Handover Q4 2028
From
3,800,000 AED
OFF-PLAN
Ohana Development

Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana (Villas) at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

3-10 Bedroom Handover Q4 2029
From
4,750,000 AED
OFF-PLAN

Sama Yas by Aldar at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

3 Bedroom Handover Q3 2027
From
4,851,000 AED
OFF-PLAN

Aldar Yas Riva at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

4-6 Bedroom Handover Q3 2028
From
8,300,000 AED
READY
Aldar Properties PJSC

Aldar Yas Acres North Bay at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Residential Plot Handover Ready
From
15,000,000 AED
PRE-LAUNCH
Emirates Developer

Stellar by Elie Saab at Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi

1-3 Bedroom Handover Announcing - Soon
From
AED
PRE-LAUNCH
DHB Properties

DHB Opula Residence at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Studio, 1-4 Bedroom Handover Q4 2027
From
AED
GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about Yas Island.

What makes Yas Island special?+

Its unique combination of world-class attractions (the Yas Marina F1 circuit, Ferrari World, Warner Bros, SeaWorld) with upscale residences and a location just 10 minutes from the airport. Short-term rental occupancy (88%+) is among the highest in the UAE.

What yield can I expect?+

Short-term rental yield: 6.5–7.8% (studios and 1BR units). Long-term: 5–6.5%. Villas: 4–5.5%.

What is the entry price?+

Studio: from AED 897K. 1–2BR apartment: AED 1.4–3 million. Villas / townhouses: AED 3–6 million.

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