Island community · Abu Dhabi
Fahid Island
Natural island of about 2.7 km² between Yas and Saadiyat islands, being developed by Aldar as a wellness-focused community of more than 6,000 homes.
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Fahid Island is a natural island off Abu Dhabi's coast, lying between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island. Aldar Properties acquired it in 2023 and unveiled the master plan in June 2025, with a gross development value of more than Dh40 billion. The plan covers about 2.7 million m² with 11 km of coastline and more than 6,000 homes, ranging from apartments and townhouses to large villas.
Aldar has positioned the island around health and outdoor activity. About 30 per cent of the land is set aside for natural areas, and the plan includes a landscaped berm park of about 10 km with running tracks, three cycling routes linked to Abu Dhabi's wider cycle network, a waterfront promenade and a retail street called Coral Drive. Two hotels and an international school are planned.
The first residential project, Fahid Beach Residences, consists of seven buildings of 65 homes each. Aldar reported more than Dh3.5 billion of sales at launch across Fahid Beach Residences and The Beach House. Core infrastructure, including bridges and schools, is scheduled to be ready for the first residents in the first quarter of 2029.
- About 2.7 million m² with an 11 km coastline
- More than 6,000 homes planned; gross development value above Dh40 billion
- About 30 per cent of the island reserved for natural areas
- First project, Fahid Beach Residences, has seven buildings of 65 homes each
- First residents expected from the first quarter of 2029
- Named 'Fahed Island' in Abu Dhabi's 2019 list of freehold investment zones
Why buyers look at Fahid Island
Location between Yas and Saadiyat
The island sits between two established leisure and cultural destinations.
Large share of open space
Aldar has allocated about 30 per cent of the island to natural areas and parks.
Planned education
An international school is part of the master plan.
Freehold eligibility
Fahed Island appears in Abu Dhabi's 2019 list of zones where non-GCC nationals can own freehold.
Landmarks and lifestyle
- Beach
- Parks
- Cycling and running tracks
- Retail and dining
- Schools
- Hotels
- Wellness
Fahid Beach Residences
First residential phase: seven buildings of 65 homes each.
The Beach House
Residential project launched alongside Fahid Beach Residences in June 2025.
Coral Drive
Planned retail street with shops, galleries and cafes.
Berm park
Planned landscaped park of about 10 km with running tracks.
Fahid Beach Club
Beach club on the island open to the public, operating while construction continues.
International school
Planned school campus within the master plan.
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Where Fahid Island sits
Master developer
Aldar Properties
Questions buyers ask about Fahid Island
Where is Fahid Island?
Off Abu Dhabi's coast, between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.
Who is developing Fahid Island?
Aldar Properties, which bought the island in 2023 and released the master plan in June 2025.
How many homes are planned?
More than 6,000, including apartments, townhouses and villas.
When can residents move in?
Aldar says core infrastructure, including bridges and schools, will be ready for the first residents in the first quarter of 2029.
Can foreigners buy on Fahid Island?
Fahed Island was listed in 2019 among the investment zones where non-GCC nationals may own freehold property.
AIArea profile drafted by Emir AI from public sources and checked by our team on 2026-09-30. Information only, not advice.
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