Yas Island Property Market Report — September 2026
Registered ADREC sales for Yas Island: prices, volumes, price bands and what buyers get for their budget.
- 398 registered sales in September 2026 — 24% of all Abu Dhabi sales that month, #2 among districts.
- Median price AED 2,829 per sqft in September and AED 2,394 over Jul–Sep 2026 (Abu Dhabi overall: AED 1,922).
- Like-for-like (same-project) prices were up 13% on Jul–Sep 2025, across 14 projects compared.
- The three most active projects — The Canopies at Yas Point, Gardenia Bay, Yas Park Place — made up 79% of the month’s sales.
- 91% of sales over Jul–Sep 2026 were off-plan.
Highlights
- Yas Island averaged 398 registered sales a month over the past 12 months; the busiest month was January 2026 with 611 sales.
- 18 projects recorded five or more sales over Jul–Sep 2026, and the three busiest accounted for 68% of the district’s sales.
- The typical home sold over Jul–Sep 2026 measured about 876 sqft; the median sale price was AED 2.35M.
- The middle 80% of sales were priced between AED 1.39M and AED 4.00M.
- Off-plan sales were priced at a median AED 2,480 per sqft, against AED 2,092 for ready homes.
- The off-plan share of monthly sales ranged from 77% to 96% across the year.
The Last 12 Months in Yas 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 | 398 | 2,829 | AED 2.35M | 92% |
| Aug '26 | 180 | 1,975 | AED 2.30M | 84% |
| Jul '26 | 379 | 2,290 | AED 2.06M | 94% |
| Jun '26 | 317 | 2,326 | AED 2.10M | 92% |
| May '26 | 544 | 2,386 | AED 2.09M | 96% |
| Apr '26 | 471 | 2,024 | AED 1.88M | 94% |
| Mar '26 | 544 | 2,261 | AED 2.06M | 92% |
| Feb '26 | 454 | 2,368 | AED 2.06M | 94% |
| Jan '26 | 611 | 2,407 | AED 1.99M | 95% |
| Dec '25 | 385 | 1,955 | AED 1.37M | 93% |
| Nov '25 | 310 | 2,092 | AED 1.67M | 89% |
| Oct '25 | 185 | 1,625 | AED 1.63M | 77% |
What Drove September 2026
The Canopies at Yas Point led September with 285 sales (72% of the district’s total) at a median of AED 2,933 per sqft, followed by Gardenia Bay (17 sales, AED 1,963/sqft), Yas Park Place (13 sales, AED 2,578/sqft).
| Community | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canopies at Yas Point | 285 | 2,933 | AED 2.40M |
| Gardenia Bay | 17 | 1,963 | AED 1.44M |
| Yas Park Place | 13 | 2,578 | AED 2.19M |
| Noya - Phase 4 - Yas Park Gate | 8 | 1,780 | AED 3.35M |
| Ansam - Phase 2 - The Golf Collection | 8 | 2,213 | AED 1.62M |
| The Sustainable City - Yas Island - Phase 1 | 7 | 1,190 | AED 1.91M |
Community Spotlights
The busiest projects in Yas Island over Jul–Sep 2026, in more detail.
The Canopies at Yas Point — 285 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 2,933 per sqft; a typical home was about 866 sqft at AED 2.40M. Most sales were 2-bedroom homes (38%) and 100% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 1.69M to AED 3.79M.
Yas Park Place — 219 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 2,566 per sqft; a typical home was about 845 sqft at AED 2.10M. Most sales were 1-bedroom homes (47%) and 100% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 1.44M to AED 3.31M.
Gardenia Bay — 150 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 1,936 per sqft; a typical home was about 809 sqft at AED 1.52M. Most sales were 1-bedroom homes (37%) and 100% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 0.93M to AED 2.50M.
The Sustainable City - Yas Island - Phase 1 — 51 sales over Jul–Sep 2026 at a median of AED 1,260 per sqft; a typical home was about 2,893 sqft at AED 3.22M. Most sales were 3-bedroom homes (37%) and 100% were off-plan; the middle 80% of prices ran from AED 1.37M to AED 4.41M.
Off-Plan and Ready
Sales and prices by stage over Jul–Sep 2026.
| Stage | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off-plan | 873 | 2,480 | AED 2.15M |
| Ready | 84 | 2,092 | AED 2.15M |
Price Bands
The most common price band in Yas Island was AED 1–2M (39% of sales); 42% of sales were below AED 2M.
| Price band | Sales | Share |
|---|---|---|
| under AED 1M | 27 | 3% |
| AED 1–2M | 369 | 39% |
| AED 2–3M | 261 | 27% |
| AED 3–5M | 269 | 28% |
| AED 5M and above | 31 | 3% |
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 2.06M at about 838 sqft. A typical 2 bedrooms home sold for around AED 3.32M at about 1,295 sqft.
| Bedrooms | Median price | Typical size | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 1.46M | 492 sqft | 236 |
| 1 bedroom | AED 2.06M | 838 sqft | 324 |
| 2 bedrooms | AED 3.32M | 1,295 sqft | 276 |
| 3 bedrooms | AED 3.50M | 2,000 sqft | 66 |
| 4 bedrooms | AED 4.22M | 3,312 sqft | 42 |
| 5+ bedrooms | AED 5.00M | 3,187 sqft | 13 |
By Property Type
| Type | Sales | Median AED/sqft | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments | 859 | 2,525 | AED 2.08M |
| Townhouses | 57 | 1,352 | AED 3.75M |
| Villas | 41 | 1,616 | AED 4.88M |
How Yas Island Compares
Over Jul–Sep 2026 the median price per square foot in Yas Island was AED 2,394, 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 Yas Island market page with current listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the median price per square foot in Yas Island in September 2026?
The median was AED 2,829 per square foot across 398 registered sales in September 2026 (ADREC). Over Jul–Sep 2026 it was AED 2,394.
How many properties were sold in Yas Island in September 2026?
398 sales were registered in September 2026 — 24% of Abu Dhabi’s total and #2 among districts.
Which community in Yas Island had the most sales in September 2026?
The Canopies at Yas Point had the most registered sales in September 2026 (285), at a median of AED 2,933 per square foot.
How much does a 2-bedroom cost in Yas Island?
Over Jul–Sep 2026 the median sale price for a 2-bedroom home in Yas Island was AED 3.32 million, at a typical size of about 1,295 sqft (276 registered sales).
Are most sales in Yas Island off-plan or ready?
91% of registered sales in Yas Island over Jul–Sep 2026 were off-plan and 9% 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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