Marsa Al Saadiyat 2026: Construction Progress & Sales Status

An update on Marsa Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island by Aldar, covering residential sales launches, reported sales performance, construction milestones, infrastructure developments and upcoming project phases.

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1. Marsa Al Saadiyat Construction and sales status update As of 15 October www.marsasaadiyat.ae
2. The project at a glance Marsa Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island AED 100bn 6.4M sqm gross development value masterplan area 58,000+ 8 km future residents of Saadiyat coastline Aldar is master developer and will develop about AED 60bn of the AED 100bn total. Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 2
3. Timeline so far 1 July 2026 2 22 July 3 Q3 2026 4 17-23 Sept 5 29 Sept Dar al Funoon construction begins Performing arts venue designed by Frank Gehry, due to open in 2030 Marsa Al Saadiyat launched Renamed from Saadiyat Marina District at the Crown Prince's direction Enabling works scheduled Site enabling and primary infrastructure works due to begin Talay launched, sales open 351 standalone villas; launched 17 Sept, on sale from 23 Sept More than AED 5bn in sales Combined figure for Talay and Yas Riva Reserve Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 3
4. Talay: the first release 351 standalone villas 4-6 bedrooms per villa Inside the first community • A green spine with falaj-inspired water channels and an outdoor majlis pavilion • Bespoke louvre details and a commissioned fountain by Emirati artist Abdalla Almulla • Beach access, plus a gym, pool and wellness facilities • Three schools within the masterplan, with Saadiyat's established schools and universities nearby 23 Sept sales opened Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 4
5. Who is buying Share of sales by buyer type 31% 69% Expatriate and overseas buyers UAE nationals 54% first-time Aldar customers 55% of buyers under the age of 45 70 / 30 male and female buyers Top nationalities by sales: UAE, UK, Russia, Jordan, India Figures cover Talay and Yas Riva Reserve combined; Aldar has not published a split by project. Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 5
6. Construction status SCHEDULED UNDERWAY NOT YET PUBLIC Enabling and infrastructure Dar al Funoon Progress milestones Site enabling and primary infrastructure works were set to start in Q3 2026. Aldar, as master developer, delivers the primary infrastructure. Construction of the Gehrydesigned performing arts venue has begun, with opening set for 2030. DCT Abu Dhabi commissioned it. No figures on infrastructure progress, contractor awards or Talay handover dates published as of 15 October 2026. Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 6
7. What the masterplan will add 1 Marina Abu Dhabi's largest, with 350+ berths 4 Culture Theatre district anchored by Dar al Funoon, walkway to the Cultural District 2 Promenade 1 km of retail and dining, a yacht club, two luxury hotels 5 Connectivity Tunnels to Reem, bridge to a new island, Etihad Rail station 3 Outdoors 5.6 km of beach, 140 km of walking paths, 46 km cycling loop 6 Schools Three schools planned inside the masterplan All items are planned; delivery dates have not been published. Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 7
8. Confirmed vs not yet disclosed ✓ Confirmed ? Not yet disclosed • Launch on 22 July, AED 100bn value • Talay-only sales value or units sold • Talay: 351 villas, sales from 23 Sept • Infrastructure progress milestones • AED 5bn+ combined sales with Yas Riva Reserve • Dates for apartments, branded homes and mansions • Buyer mix: 69% expatriate and overseas • Enabling works scheduled for Q3 2026 Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026 8
9. What to watch next 1 2 Next residential release Infrastructure progress Mansions, waterfront apartments and branded residences are still to come. No release dates are published. Site enabling and primary infrastructure works, scheduled from Q3 2026, are the first physical milestone. Marsa Al Saadiyat | Status update, 15 October 2026