Investor's Guide: Yas Island

What You Need to Know About the Leading Entertainment Island in the UAE

Yas Island is an archipelago in Abu Dhabi with white beaches, world-class amusement parks, and luxurious properties.

General Information

– Area: 25km²

– Population: ~ 8,000 people

– Developer: Aldar Properties

TOP 10 Facts About Yas Island

1. The development of the island began in 2007. Its name originated from the family of Bani Yas, who lived in this area 200 years ago.

2. In 2009, Yas Island was nominated for the World's Leading Tourism Development award at the World Travel Awards ceremony.

3. The island is separated from Abu Dhabi by a canal. You can get to the mainland via a 10-lane highway:

• 10 mins – Zayed International Airport
• 30 mins – Saadiyat Island
• 60 mins – Dubai

4. Among the island's iconic parks:

– Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a 96,000m² amusement park with the world's fastest roller coaster

– Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is the world's largest indoor theme park with 30+ attractions

– Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is a waterpark with 40+ attractions, 5 of which have no analogues

5. Entertainment facilities on the island are connected to the platform, MyConnect. The identifier, MyPass, selects leisure activities based on the user's preferences. 

6. Yas Marina Circuit is one of the most technologically advanced race tracks globally. Since 2009, the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been held here annually. The only hotel in the world above the Formula 1 track is located nearby.

7. The championship golf course, Yas Links Abu Dhabi, with the marina is among the TOP 10 golf courses on the planet.

8. Yas Mall is the biggest shopping centre in Abu Dhabi and the second largest in the UAE. The area of 232,000m² boasts 370+ shops, 68 restaurants, and a 24-room cinema.

9. Yas Island has everything for a comfortable living: schools, clinics and nurseries.

10. In Q3 2024, Yas Island became Abu Dhabi's most popular area for buying premium villas. Medium-rise residential complexes and townhouses are also in great demand. 

Average Prices

• 1 Bedroom – From $254,000
• 2 Bedrooms – From $406,000
• 3 Bedrooms – From $613,000

Average Annual Rent

• 1 Bedroom – From $18,000
• 2 Bedrooms – From $26,000
• 3 Bedrooms – From $37,000

Max ROI – 6.3% for a 1-bedroom apartment

Launches in Yas Island

• Selina Bay
• The Sustainable City
• Sama Yas