Yas Living Fully Subscribed, Aldar Records Over AED 1.3 Billion in Sales

Abu Dhabi — Aldar has sold all units of its Yas Living development in just days after launch, securing more than AED 1.3 billion in sales.

The development comprises 678 apartments spread across three buildings, offering configurations from studios to three-bedroom units. Owners will enjoy dedicated amenities in each building — including adult and children’s pools, a cinema, zen gardens, games rooms, children’s play spaces, and a gym with a power room. Yas Living is being positioned for Estidama 3 Pearl certification, emphasising wellness, landscaping, shaded walkways and active zones.

Aldar’s CEO of the development arm, Jonathan Emery, linked the swift uptake to the rising appeal of Yas Island. He cited the island’s “leisure and entertainment attractions” as part of the draw, noting that the performance underscores Yas Island’s status as one of the UAE’s top lifestyle destinations. He added that Aldar’s community-oriented approach has resonated across age groups and nationalities.

The buyer profile reveals that expatriate and international purchasers accounted for roughly 65 percent of the total sales, with strong representation from UAE nationals, China, Jordan, India and the United Kingdom. About 65 percent of the buyers are aged under 45, indicating strong demand from younger demographics. Roughly 71 percent of purchasers were first-time buyers with Aldar—a statistic Aldar sees as evidence of its success in expanding market reach.

Yas Living joins Aldar’s urban “living collection,” following on from its earlier launches such as Manarat Living and Nouran Living on Saadiyat Island, which also sold out quickly. Observers see this pattern as part of a broader trend in Abu Dhabi’s property sector where well-located, amenity-rich projects are snapped up almost immediately.

Analysts point to a few key factors driving this response. The proximity to major attractions such as Yas Mall, Warner Bros. World, Ferrari World, Yas Central Park and the Yas Marina Circuit adds compelling lifestyle value. The combination of design, amenities, and branding plays into buyer expectations in a market increasingly favouring integrated and community-centric developments.

The transaction also signals continued confidence in Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector. Despite broader economic uncertainties globally, the ability of developers to generate strong subscription rates immediately upon launch suggests that demand remains robust among both local and foreign buyers.

In the wake of Yas Living’s success, attention now turns to the execution phase—delivery schedules, build quality, and meeting the promised sustainability targets. Aldar will be under pressure to fulfil its commitments to holders without delays while maintaining standards.

Simultaneously, rival developers may be encouraged to accelerate their own launches in the city’s prime corridors. Demand appears willing to absorb supply, especially when projects align well with the evolving preferences of younger, experience-oriented buyers.