Al Saadiyat Island Property Market Report — September 2026
Registered ADREC sales for Al Saadiyat Island: prices, volumes, price bands and what buyers get for their budget.
- 79 registered sales in September 2026 — 5% of all Abu Dhabi sales that month, #5 among districts.
- Median price AED 1,916 per sqft in September and AED 2,329 over Jul–Sep 2026 (Abu Dhabi overall: AED 1,922).
- Like-for-like (same-project) prices were up 4.4% on Jul–Sep 2025, across 13 projects compared.
- The three most active projects — Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 3, Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 1, The Row Saadiyat — made up 53% of the month’s sales.
- 72% of sales over Jul–Sep 2026 were off-plan.
Highlights
- Al Saadiyat Island averaged 164 registered sales a month over the past 12 months; the busiest month was March 2026 with 325 sales.
- 18 projects recorded five or more sales over Jul–Sep 2026, and the three busiest accounted for 39% of the district’s sales.
- The typical home sold over Jul–Sep 2026 measured about 1,485 sqft; the median sale price was AED 2.55M.
- The middle 80% of sales were priced between AED 1.27M and AED 10.12M.
- Off-plan sales were priced at a median AED 2,956 per sqft, against AED 1,800 for ready homes.
- The off-plan share of monthly sales ranged from 44% to 96% across the year.
The Last 12 Months in Al Saadiyat Island
Registered sales, median price per square foot and the off-plan share for each month. The latest month is the most recent complete one; ADREC keeps adding late-registered sales, so recent months can still rise as they are published.
| Month | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price | Off-plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep '26 | 79 | 1,916 | AED 2.55M | 44% |
| Aug '26 | 224 | 2,422 | AED 4.09M | 79% |
| Jul '26 | 165 | 2,521 | AED 4.50M | 75% |
| Jun '26 | 119 | 2,453 | AED 3.57M | 77% |
| May '26 | 108 | 2,997 | AED 3.79M | 89% |
| Apr '26 | 300 | 2,924 | AED 4.19M | 96% |
| Mar '26 | 325 | 3,734 | AED 5.42M | 96% |
| Feb '26 | 227 | 3,715 | AED 5.57M | 89% |
| Jan '26 | 138 | 3,400 | AED 3.74M | 85% |
| Dec '25 | 111 | 2,934 | AED 3.69M | 81% |
| Nov '25 | 70 | 2,414 | AED 3.46M | 67% |
| Oct '25 | 106 | 2,324 | AED 2.79M | 73% |
What Drove September 2026
Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 3 led September with 23 sales (29% of the district’s total) at a median of AED 1,805 per sqft, followed by Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 1 (11 sales, AED 1,800/sqft), The Row Saadiyat (8 sales, AED 3,776/sqft).
| Community | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 3 | 23 | 1,805 | AED 1.60M |
| Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 1 | 11 | 1,800 | AED 1.63M |
| The Row Saadiyat | 8 | 3,776 | AED 5.69M |
| Saadiyat Grove - The Heart | 6 | 3,246 | AED 2.42M |
| Park View Residence, Al Saadiyat Island | 5 | 1,939 | AED 1.50M |
Community Spotlights
The busiest projects in Al Saadiyat Island over Jul–Sep 2026, in more detail.
Mamsha Gardens B — 76 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 3,392 per sqft; a typical home was about 2,649 sqft at AED 8.60M. Most sales were 3-bedroom homes (55%) and 100% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 4.09M to AED 10.66M.
Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 3 — 55 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 1,800 per sqft; a typical home was about 861 sqft at AED 1.60M. Most sales were 1-bedroom homes (62%) and 0% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 1.19M to AED 3.30M.
The Row Saadiyat — 53 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 3,838 per sqft; a typical home was about 1,809 sqft at AED 6.25M. Most sales were 2-bedroom homes (49%) and 100% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 3.57M to AED 11.98M.
Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 1 — 46 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 1,800 per sqft; a typical home was about 861 sqft at AED 1.60M. Most sales were 1-bedroom homes (61%) and 0% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 1.19M to AED 3.30M.
Off-Plan and Ready
Sales and prices by stage over Jul–Sep 2026.
| Stage | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off-plan | 337 | 2,956 | AED 5.90M |
| Ready | 131 | 1,800 | AED 1.65M |
Price Bands
The most common price band in Al Saadiyat Island was AED 5M and above (42% of sales); 27% of sales were below AED 2M.
| Price band | Sales | Share |
|---|---|---|
| under AED 1M | 11 | 2% |
| AED 1–2M | 118 | 25% |
| AED 2–3M | 55 | 12% |
| AED 3–5M | 88 | 19% |
| AED 5M and above | 196 | 42% |
What a Budget Buys
Median sale price and typical size by bedroom count over Jul–Sep 2026.
A typical 1 bedroom home sold for around AED 1.62M at about 861 sqft. A typical 2 bedrooms home sold for around AED 4.98M at about 1,552 sqft.
| Bedrooms | Median price | Typical size | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 1.08M | 400 sqft | 31 |
| 1 bedroom | AED 1.62M | 861 sqft | 145 |
| 2 bedrooms | AED 4.98M | 1,552 sqft | 139 |
| 3 bedrooms | AED 8.89M | 2,718 sqft | 90 |
| 4 bedrooms | AED 7.95M | 5,355 sqft | 24 |
| 5+ bedrooms | AED 9.43M | 6,234 sqft | 39 |
By Property Type
| Type | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments | 405 | 2,656 | AED 3.25M |
| Villas | 63 | 1,505 | AED 8.88M |
How Al Saadiyat Island Compares
Over Jul–Sep 2026 the median price per square foot in Al Saadiyat Island was AED 2,329, compared with AED 1,922 across Abu Dhabi — above the city median.
Official registered sales from ADREC (not asking prices), with the most recent complete month shown and three-month windows for price bands, bedrooms and stages so that smaller samples stay meaningful. See how we measure prices, the Abu Dhabi market report, price per sqft by district and the live Al Saadiyat Island market page with current listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the median price per square foot in Al Saadiyat Island in September 2026?
The median was AED 1,916 per square foot across 79 registered sales in September 2026 (ADREC). Over Jul–Sep 2026 it was AED 2,329.
How many properties were sold in Al Saadiyat Island in September 2026?
79 sales were registered in September 2026 — 5% of Abu Dhabi’s total and #5 among districts.
Which community in Al Saadiyat Island had the most sales in September 2026?
Saadiyat Beach Residences - Block 3 had the most registered sales in September 2026 (23), at a median of AED 1,805 per square foot.
How much does a 2-bedroom cost in Al Saadiyat Island?
Over Jul–Sep 2026 the median sale price for a 2-bedroom home in Al Saadiyat Island was AED 4.98 million, at a typical size of about 1,552 sqft (139 registered sales).
Are most sales in Al Saadiyat Island off-plan or ready?
72% of registered sales in Al Saadiyat Island over Jul–Sep 2026 were off-plan and 28% were ready properties.
How often is this report updated?
This page is calculated from ADREC registered sales on request and always shows the latest complete month, so it moves forward as new sales are published.
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