ALDAR

Abu Dhabi, UAE Since 2004

Gov-Owned Luxury Waterfront

Abu Dhabi's largest listed developer, now building in Dubai and beyond. Explore Aldar's communities, see where it builds, and talk to a specialist who knows the portfolio.

1 Delivered
8 Areas
35 Off-plan

Latest Projects by ALDAR

About ALDAR

Aldar is Abu Dhabi’s largest listed developer, founded in 2004 and traded on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. It is the master developer behind Yas Island, Saadiyat Island and Al Reem Island, and has expanded into Dubai and into the UK and Egypt through acquisitions.

For buyers, Aldar’s appeal is institutional governance and destination quality: as a listed, government-aligned developer it offers audited reporting and a strong delivery record, which matters most to the investor-analyst and longer-horizon observer segments researching across several sessions before contacting an agent.

LISTED GOVERNANCE.

ADX-listed with audited, quarterly disclosure.

DESTINATION MASTER PLANS.

Developer of Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.

TRACK RECORD.

Abu Dhabi’s dominant developer since 2004.

2004 Founded ALDAR was founded, the starting point for its later projects.
2005 Listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange - a step in ALDAR's development.
2013 Merger with Sorouh creates Abu Dhabi's largest developer Merger with Sorouh creates Abu Dhabi's largest developer - a milestone in ALDAR's track record.
2021 Expansion into Egypt (SODIC) Expansion into Egypt (SODIC) - a milestone in ALDAR's track record.
2023 Expansion into the UK (London Square) Expansion into the UK (London Square) - a milestone in ALDAR's track record.

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FAQ

  • Is Aldar a reliable developer?

    Aldar is Abu Dhabi's largest developer, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange since 2005. Its listed, government-aligned status means audited reporting and regular financial disclosure.

  • Where does Aldar build?

    Aldar's core market is Abu Dhabi - including Yas Island, Saadiyat Island and Al Reem Island - and it has expanded into Dubai, the UK and Egypt.

  • Which communities is Aldar known for?

    Flagship destinations include Yas Island, Saadiyat Island, Al Reem Island and Al Raha Beach, along with branded residences with partners such as Nobu and Waldorf Astoria.

  • Do Aldar properties hold value?

    Aldar's destination developments on Yas and Saadiyat have strong end-user and investor demand. Yields and resale values vary by community and unit - verify current figures for the specific address.

  • What are the total costs of buying an Aldar property?

    Beyond the unit price, budget for transaction costs including a government transfer fee, agency commission plus VAT, and administrative fees. Abu Dhabi and Dubai fee structures differ - confirm the exact costs for the emirate. Service charges are recurring and vary by community.

ALDAR Insights

Aldar Properties Unveils Mamsha Gardens at Exclusive London Event 1 min read Aldar Properties Unveils Mamsha Gardens at Exclusive London Event Events November 6, 2024 Aldar Properties presented a new phase of the Mandarin Oriental Residences complex 2 min read Aldar Properties presented a new phase of the Mandarin Oriental Residences complex News February 7, 2025 Aldar Properties presents a new phase of Manarat Living 2 min read Aldar Properties presents a new phase of Manarat Living News January 24, 2025 Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties are inviting you to a Viennese Road Show on March 24th & 25th 2 min read Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties are inviting you to a Viennese Road Show on March 24th & 25th Metropolitan Capital Real Estate has once again joined forces with Aldar Properties to host an exclusive Road Show, which will... News March 13, 2023 Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties will host a Vienna Real Estate Fair on 10-11th June 2 min read Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties will host a Vienna Real Estate Fair on 10-11th June On 10-11th June, Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties will hold an exclusive Real Estate Show in Vienna. News May 27, 2022 Metropolitan Capital Real Estate gets a top 3 position in the Aldar Honours Award 2023 ranking 1 min read Metropolitan Capital Real Estate gets a top 3 position in the Aldar Honours Award 2023 ranking Metropolitan Capital Real Estate received an award in the category of Top Performing Abu Dhabi Agency 2023 News March 11, 2024 Presentation of Aldar Properties projects<br>in Munich 1 min read Presentation of Aldar Properties projects
in Munich
Events May 6, 2024
New phase in the project by Aldar Properties – Sama Yas 2 min read New phase in the project by Aldar Properties – Sama Yas Developer Aldar Properties presents a new phase in the Sama Yas project on Yas Island with favourable terms of purchase... Abu Dhabi April 30, 2024 Presentation of projects by Aldar Properties 1 min read Presentation of projects by Aldar Properties Events February 19, 2024 Road Show from Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties in Vienna on June 2nd and 3rd 2 min read Road Show from Metropolitan Capital Real Estate and Aldar Properties in Vienna on June 2nd and 3rd Metropolitan Capital Real Estate together with Aldar Properties invites you to an exclusive Road Show in Vienna on June 2nd... News May 16, 2023 The debut of Aldar Properties within the Dubai real estate market, in partnership with Dubai Holding 2 min read The debut of Aldar Properties within the Dubai real estate market, in partnership with Dubai Holding Aldar Properties has partnered with Dubai Holding to bring 9,000 properties to 3 suburban communities in Dubai. News February 7, 2023

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