Abu Dhabi’s luxury property market continues to grow, with a wave of high-end residential developments set to redefine waterfront living and contemporary design. In the coming years, the capital is looking to welcome some of its most exclusive addresses. These include branded residences, island retreats, and architecturally striking homes.
For those curious about the city’s evolving real estate scene, here are the most exclusive new residential projects in Abu Dhabi coming soon.
New Residences Coming to Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions
Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi has announced 35 private mansions on the grounds of Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. Each mansion will be distinctive, offering spacious indoor and outdoor areas.
Private landscaped spaces, entertaining zones, wellness spaces, and other leisure amenities are among the features that will be an important part of everyday living in the neighbourhood.
A signature Mandarin Oriental tea library is part of the plans, alongside private rooms for work and meetings, and a residential-style bar. At the waterfront, a residents-only beach club will offer private cabanas, a kids’ room, a golf simulator, and a chef’s table. The development handover is expected in 2029.
Four Seasons Private Residences
Four Seasons has a private residence that is currently in development at Saadiyat Beach. Expected to open sometime in 2029, the project features luxury seaside residences along white sandy beaches.
Sophisticated dining options, curated wellness experiences, and flowing open spaces add to an aesthetic and healthy lifestyle. Residents will be able to enjoy fitness amenities like padel and tennis courts and pools, as well as pet grooming facilities.
The St. Regis Residences
The St. Regis Residences is one of the most standout residential projects coming to Abu Dhabi. Located on Al Maryah Island, it features a 38-storey branded residential development that features four basement levels, five podium levels, and 32 residential floors. The tower will include plenty of one- to four-bedroom units, duplex apartments, and exclusive penthouses.
Lifestyle-centric amenities feature swimming pools, a cinema room, fitness centre, kids’ play area, squash court, and spa. Public lounges, meeting rooms, and co-working spaces are designed for professional functionality, while landscaped gardens open onto an island promenade overlooking the beach.
The residences will be close to landmarks such as Louvre Abu Dhabi, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, and the Natural History Museum. The development is slated for completion sometime towards the end of 2028.
Saadiyat Grove
Saadiyat Grove is a lifestyle destination expected to open in 2026, though an exact date is yet to be announced. Developed as a central space in Saadiyat Island’s Cultural District, the neighbourhood will combine fashion, dining, entertainment, wellness, and art in one immersive setting.
The wider mixed-use development will feature contemporary residences, boutique hotels, wellness centres, cultural attractions, landscaped gardens, and workspaces. The focus is a mix of experiences, where both residents and visitors can have everything in one place.
Manchester City Yas Residences
Manchester City Yas Residences is the world’s first Man City-inspired branded residential destination. With a location along Yas Canal, this gated waterfront community is designed around sport, wellbeing and long-term balance.
One of its standout features is a new Manchester City Cafe for catch-ups with friends and match-day gatherings. Villas, townhouses, maisonettes and apartments are all included in residential development plans, as well as green pathways for fitness enthusiasts. Completion is expected in 2029.
Hudayriyat Golf Estates
Hudayriyat Golf Estates is an exclusive gated community on Hudayriyat Island, slated for completion by 2030. The neighbourhood emphasises leisurely waterfront living centred around world-class golf and landscaped green surroundings.
Homes include three- and four-bedroom townhomes, as well as four-bedroom golf homes. Amenities are mostly focused on sport, such as an 18-hole golf course, multi-sports courts and cycling trails. Family-friendly options include parks and green spaces, a wellness centre, and plenty of dining and retail options nearby.
Sama Yas on Yas Island
Sama Yas on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is designed around luxury living in an area surrounded by a park. Facilities on the list include dining options, a spa, a gym, and pet-friendly services.
The community is designed around sustainable systems, such as smart waste bins, air quality monitoring, and safety and security management. Completion is expected by Q3 2027.
With luxury developments continuing to reshape Abu Dhabi’s skyline and real estate sector, buyers have more premium options than ever before. Each of these upcoming residences is primarily centred around high-quality lifestyles, and many offer scenic waterfront locations as well.
With ambitious plans and world-class amenities, these upcoming residences offer a glimpse into the future of high-end living in the capital.
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