Al Reem Island has recently emerged as the most sought-after destination for property investors in Abu Dhabi. Driven by exceptional infrastructure, high-end development projects, and increasing rental yields, this dynamic community continues to capture market momentum.
Key Highlights:
- Price Surge: Off-plan property prices on Al Reem Island jumped 38% year-on-year in Q2 2025, based on weighted-average data from MERED using Quanta transaction records.
- Rental Growth: Apartment rents followed suit, climbing by 21% year-on-year—highlighting strong demand in the rental sector.
- Regional Performance: While Al Reem Island led the charge, other areas like Khalifa City and Jubail Island also saw robust growth—24% and 20%, respectively.
What’s Driving the Surge?
- Live-Work-Play Ecosystem: Strategically located between Abu Dhabi’s business district and cultural hub Saadiyat Island, the island is a fully integrated urban zone featuring:
- Exquisite waterfront developments
- Grade-A offices
- Retail and recreational amenities
- Advanced healthcare facilities
- The expansive Reem Central Park (1 million sq ft)
- High-End Development: MERED is launching a premium, design-led waterfront project on 23,400 sqm in the ADGM zone, with pricing exceeding AED 1,800 per sq ft and crafted by Pritzker Prize-winning architects.
- ADGM Expansion: Since April 2023, ADGM’s extension to Reem Island has welcomed over 1,100 new businesses and over 11,000 total registrations, bolstering its appeal among professionals.
Al Reem Island’s impressive 38% price surge, robust rental growth, world-class amenities, and strategic expansions underscore its unrivaled position in Abu Dhabi’s real estate landscape. As both property enthusiasts and long-term investors chase quality and location, the island is firmly cementing itself as the capital’s premier residential and investment hotspot.
