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
7 Areas
29 Off-plan

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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.

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