Waterfront Mansions
Standalone mansions, planned along the most private stretches of the waterfront.
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Marsa Al Saadiyat Abu Dhabi by Aldar
Coastline is the one thing Abu Dhabi can't build more of. Aldar is committing AED 100 billion to eight kilometres of it — mansions, villas and waterfront residences across 6.4 million sqm, wrapped around the largest marina in the emirate.
100B
AED Development Value
6.4M
SQM Masterplan
8 KM
Waterfront
58K+
Future Residents
5.6KM
Beaches
350
Berth Marina
140KM
Walking Paths
46KM
Cycling Routes
The Vision
The next chapter of Saadiyat Island.
Homes, beaches, culture and a working marina on one continuous waterfront — designed around how a community actually lives.
Aldar's landmark addition to an island already home to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Saadiyat Cultural District.
Approximately 6.4 million square metres. Private mansions, luxury villas, waterfront apartments and branded residences, set alongside beaches, marina facilities, a theatre district, schools and healthcare. One walkable waterfront community, planned for more than 58,000 residents.
Residences
Four addresses. One shoreline.
Announced, not released. Layouts, sizes and pricing come at launch. The list hears first.
Signature Villas
Landscaped neighbourhoods, planned close to parks and beach access.
Marina Residences
Planned to overlook the marina, the promenade and open water.
Branded Residences
A branded offering planned within the destination. Partner to be announced.
Waterfront Lifestyle
Built around the water.
Beaches, promenade dining, marina living and luxury hospitality — planned as one continuous waterfront.
Private beach
Yacht marina
Landscaped parks
Wellness club
Waterfront dining
Retail boulevard
Abu Dhabi's largest marina
Marina life within walking distance of home.
Approximately 350 yachts and sailing boats. A yacht club, the promenade, two luxury hotels and a curated line-up of dining, sitting directly alongside the residential neighbourhoods.
Outdoor Living
Designed to be walked.
Movement, nature and daily amenities, all within walking distance.
5.6 KM Beaches
Public and residential frontage.
Central Park
The green community spine.
140 KM Walking
Linking every part of the masterplan.
46 KM Cycling
Built into the masterplan.
Outdoor Pools
Across the residential clusters.
Sports Facilities
Within the community clubhouses.
Clubhouses
Shared social and wellness spaces.
Daily Amenities
Retail, dining and services within the walk.
Culture
A theatre district inside a museum quarter.
Dar Al Funoon — a performing arts venue planned for more than 6,000 guests, hosting musicals, live productions and international performances.
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- Zayed National Museum
- Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
- teamLab Phenomena
- Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
Timeline
You are here
Dates expected and planned, subject to confirmation by Aldar.
Announced
2026
Priority Registration
Open now
Infrastructure
Expected Q3 2026
First Residential Sales
Expected H2 2026
Future Phases
To be announced
Why Invest
Landmark scale. Limited land.
Aldar's track record, applied to one of Abu Dhabi's most limited waterfront settings.
01
Scale
AED 100 billion. Among Abu Dhabi's most significant announcements to date.
02
Location
Alongside Saadiyat's established cultural and residential district.
03
Developer
Abu Dhabi's leading listed developer, as master developer.
04
Limited land
An 8km waterfront on an island with finite coastal frontage.
05
Range
Mansions to branded residences within one destination.
06
Infrastructure
Abu Dhabi's largest marina, two luxury hotels, a promenade.
07
Transport
A planned Etihad Rail station and new road, tunnel and bridge links.
08
Long term
Positioned to appeal to local and international buyers over the long term.
FAQs
What's confirmed.
What is Marsa Al Saadiyat?
Aldar's waterfront destination on Saadiyat Island, with an estimated gross development value of AED 100 billion. Mansions, villas, apartments and branded residences, plus beaches, a large marina, parks, three schools, healthcare and a theatre district.
Where is Marsa Al Saadiyat located?
Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi — close to the Saadiyat Cultural District.
Who is the developer?
Aldar Properties — Abu Dhabi's leading listed developer, as master developer.
How big is the masterplan?
Approximately 6.4 million sqm, around 8km of waterfront, planned for more than 58,000 residents.
What property types are planned?
Private mansions, luxury villas, waterfront apartments and branded residences. Sizes, layouts and pricing not yet announced.
What amenities are planned?
Approximately 5.6km of beaches, a landscaped central park, 140km of walking paths, 46km of cycling routes, clubhouses, outdoor pools, sports facilities, premium healthcare and three schools.
How big is the marina?
Approximately 350 yachts and sailing boats — Abu Dhabi's largest. With a yacht club and a 1km promenade of retail and dining.
When do sales launch?
First residential sales expected H2 2026. Infrastructure works expected from Q3 2026. Both subject to confirmation by Aldar.
Will there be an Etihad Rail station?
An underground high-speed station is in the plans, intended to connect to the wider UAE rail network.
How do you get to Marsa Al Saadiyat?
Planned road, tunnel and bridge connections toward Reem Island and Umm Yifeenah Island, a planned bridge to a future Aldar island, plus the rail station.
What does registering my interest get me?
Project information, priority updates and notice ahead of the first release. No cost, no obligation.
Priority Registration
Get on the list.
Project information, priority updates and notice ahead of the first residential sales launch — expected H2 2026.