Abu Dhabi is firmly entering the ultra-prime real estate arena, and it’s doing so with confidence. Over the past two years, developments across Saadiyat Island, Al Maryah Island and Al Jurf have achieved record-breaking prices that would have seemed unlikely just a few years ago. Projects that once competed regionally are now attracting global attention, while buyers who once focused almost exclusively on Dubai are increasingly asking a different question: Why not Abu Dhabi?
Using transaction data recorded across 2025 and 2026, Abu Dhabi real estate agency Crompton Partners ranked the city’s 10 most expensive luxury residential developments by average price per square meter. The list highlights just how quickly the capital’s luxury property market has evolved, with branded residences and beachfront communities commanding unprecedented premiums.
Here’s the countdown.
10. Hidd Al Saadiyat
AED 46,000 per square meter
Long regarded as one of Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious villa communities, Hidd Al Saadiyat combines beachfront living with privacy and generous plot sizes. Its exclusivity continues to attract high-net-worth buyers looking for space in one of the capital’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
9. Nudra
AED 47,000 per square meter
Located beside Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Nudra is a boutique collection of luxury beachfront villas with a limited number of residences. Its scarcity and prime location have helped it establish itself among Abu Dhabi’s most exclusive addresses.
8. SHA Residences, Al Jurf
AED 48,000 per square meter
Developed by IMKAN, SHA Residences brings together luxury homes and a wellness-focused lifestyle inspired by the internationally renowned SHA wellness brand. Located in Al Jurf, it has achieved some of the highest residential values outside Abu Dhabi Island and Saadiyat.
7. Faya
AED 51,000 per square meter
Faya, Aldar’s plot-based development overlooking Saadiyat Golf Club, appeals to buyers seeking custom-built homes in a golf course setting. The flexibility to create bespoke residences has helped position it among the capital’s premium communities.
6. Four Seasons Hotel Residences, Al Maryah Island
AED 52,000 per square meter
Situated on Al Maryah Island, the Four Seasons Hotel Residences combines waterfront living with one of the world’s best-known luxury hospitality brands. Its central location and premium amenities continue to support strong demand.
5. Mamsha Al Saadiyat
AED 52,000 per square meter
With direct access to Saadiyat Beach and close proximity to the island’s cultural district, Mamsha Al Saadiyat has become one of Abu Dhabi’s benchmark luxury developments. Limited beachfront supply continues to drive its value.
4. Mandarin Oriental Residences
AED 73,000 per square meter
This is where prices begin to climb sharply.
The Mandarin Oriental Residences represent a new tier of luxury, reflecting the premium buyers are willing to pay for internationally recognized hospitality brands, exceptional service and prime waterfront locations.
3. Nobu Residences
AED 76,000 per square meter
Located on Saadiyat Island, Nobu Residences has been one of Abu Dhabi’s standout branded residential launches since its debut in 2023. The project demonstrates how globally recognized lifestyle brands are reshaping the city’s luxury property market.
2. Four Seasons Private Residences, Saadiyat Beach
AED 84,000 per square meter
Developed by Al Ain Properties on Saadiyat Island, Four Seasons Private Residences sits comfortably within Abu Dhabi’s ultra-prime segment. Its beachfront setting and association with the Four Seasons brand have made it one of the city’s most valuable residential addresses.
1. Baccarat Residences
AED 99,000 per square meter
Topping the list is Baccarat Residences, Aldar’s newest ultra-luxury branded development. Inspired by the iconic French luxury crystal house, the project currently commands the highest recorded price per square meter in Abu Dhabi, underlining the growing demand for exclusive branded residences in the capital.
What these prices tell us
Perhaps the most striking takeaway isn’t which development claimed the top spot, but the widening gap between premium and ultra-prime property.
The leap from around AED 52,000 per square meter for developments such as Mamsha Al Saadiyat to AED 99,000 per square meter at Baccarat Residences highlights the emergence of a distinct ultra-prime market. Buyers at this level are no longer simply comparing square footage or payment plans. Instead, they’re paying for rarity, world-renowned brands, beachfront locations, exceptional design and a level of exclusivity that few developments can offer.
Abu Dhabi’s luxury property market continues to evolve at a remarkable pace. What was considered premium just a few years ago now sits alongside a new generation of ultra-prime developments achieving record-breaking values.
Whether prices continue to climb will depend on future supply and buyer demand. But one thing is already clear: Abu Dhabi now has a luxury residential market capable of competing with the region’s most prestigious addresses. And if recent launches are any indication, the race to claim the capital’s most exclusive address is only just beginning.
Source: Crompton Partners, based on transaction data recorded across 2025 and 2026.
