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Aldar

Abu Dhabi’s largest listed developer, Aldar builds island communities — Saadiyat, Yas, Al Reem — where culture and coastline arrive before the homes.

Founded in2004
Completed10+
Under Construction20+

What the Developer Is Known For

Aldar was founded in 2004, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange in 2005 and became the emirate’s largest developer after merging with Sorouh in 2013. Its portfolio is built on destination islands: Saadiyat, home to Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Guggenheim site, alongside Yas Island, Al Reem Island and Al Raha Beach. Aldar now develops in Dubai as well, and internationally through London Square in the UK and SODIC in Egypt, working with brands including Nobu and Waldorf Astoria.

Island Communities With Culture

Saadiyat pairs beachfront homes with Louvre Abu Dhabi and the emirate’s museum district, a cultural anchor no other UAE developer can offer buyers.

Listed With Audited Reporting

Aldar has been listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange since 2005, publishing audited quarterly results — unusual transparency for a regional developer.

Branded Hotel Partnerships

Aldar develops with Nobu and Waldorf Astoria among others, bringing hotel-operated service and design standards into its residential addresses.

Projects by Aldar

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Moringa Mansions at The Wilds
Moringa Mansions at The Wilds
Moringa Mansions at The Wilds
Moringa Mansions at The Wilds
Villa

Moringa Mansions at The Wilds

Dubailand

AldarQ3 2029

from AED 39M

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aldar’s core market is Abu Dhabi, with communities on Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, Al Reem Island and Al Raha Beach. It also develops in Dubai, in the UK through London Square and in Egypt through SODIC.

Aldar delivers apartments, duplexes, penthouses, townhouses and villas across master-planned island and beachfront communities.

Aldar has been listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange since 2005 and publishes audited quarterly results. It became Abu Dhabi’s largest developer after the 2013 Sorouh merger.

Saadiyat Island, where its beachfront communities sit alongside Louvre Abu Dhabi and the emirate’s cultural district, and Yas Island with its motorsport and theme-park destinations.

Yes. Aldar develops in designated investment zones in Abu Dhabi and freehold areas in Dubai, with full ownership available to buyers of any nationality.

Abu Dhabi has fewer developers and a smaller resale market, so supply is tighter, while its island communities offer beachfront and cultural amenity at lower price points than comparable Dubai addresses.