Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is an emirate of the UAE with its own real estate market rules. The market is regulated by the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), not the Dubai Land Department, so transactions here follow Abu Dhabi's rules.

Foreigners can own property in the emirate's investment zones – according to ADREC, they are open to buyers of all nationalities, and as of mid-2026 there are 50 such zones. According to the UAE government portal u.ae, they include Yas, Saadiyat and Reem islands, Al Raha Beach, Al Reef and Masdar City. Real estate advertising permits in the emirate are issued through the Madhmoun system.

Our catalog has off-plan projects in Abu Dhabi by Aldar, Reportage, Bloom Properties and others: for example, Sama Yas on Yas Island, Manarat Living 2, The Source, Royal Park, Granada and Ramhan Island Villas; completed – for example, Plaza Reportage in Masdar City. There are studios, 1- to 3-bedroom apartments, townhouses and villas.

Prices depend on the area of the emirate, the project and the construction stage; compare transactions in the same building. Off-plan projects in Dubai are in the off-plan apartments collection.

FAQ

How is buying in Abu Dhabi different from Dubai?

The market is regulated by its own real estate centre, ADREC, and foreigners buy in the emirate's investment zones; check the transaction terms under Abu Dhabi's rules.

Where are new projects being built in Abu Dhabi?

For example, on Yas Island (Sama Yas), as well as projects by Aldar, Reportage and Bloom Properties – Manarat Living 2, The Source, Royal Park and Granada.

How can I check a property listing in Abu Dhabi?

Real estate advertising permits in the emirate are issued through ADREC's Madhmoun system – ask the seller for the permit number.