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Fahid Island

Aldar's new island. A buyer's guide by Tarek Wazzan.

Facts checked 30 September 2026 · General information, not advice

Short answerFahid Island is Aldar Properties' 2.7 million square metre island between Yas and Saadiyat, with its master plan unveiled in June 2025. More than 6,000 homes are planned along an 11 km coastline, and core infrastructure is due for the first residents in the first quarter of 2029 (The National, 2 June 2025).

What has been announced

According to The National (2 June 2025), the plan includes more than 6,000 residences from apartments to ultra-luxury villas, two hotels, 30% of the island kept as natural space, a 10 km landscaped berm park, a waterfront promenade, a retail street and an international school. The first development is Fahid Beach Residences. Aldar acquired the island in January 2023.

Who it suits

Fahid is a long-horizon purchase: the first handover is tied to infrastructure scheduled for 2029, and the island will be built out in phases after that. It suits buyers who can wait for a new waterfront community near Yas and Saadiyat. If you need a home or rental income sooner, compare it with completed communities on those islands.

What to check

  • The investment-zone designation of the plot and the right you will hold; confirm it on DARI before reserving.
  • Handover and infrastructure dates in the SPA.
  • Escrow and DARI registration.
  • Resale rules before completion.

Questions

Can foreigners buy property in Fahid Island?

Yes. Fahid Island is in Abu Dhabi; confirm the plot is inside an investment zone and the right you will hold on DARI before you reserve.

What should I check before buying in Fahid Island?

The investment-zone designation of the plot and the right you will hold; confirm it on DARI before reserving. Handover and infrastructure dates in the SPA. Escrow and DARI registration. Resale rules before completion.

Who can advise me on Fahid Island?

Tarek Wazzan, Senior Property Consultant at NAAS Properties, advises buyers and investors on Fahid Island in English and Arabic. Message him on WhatsApp or use the contact form on this page.

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