Fahid Island or Ramhan Island?
Side by side on published prices, yields, new developments and drive times.
Pictured: Fahid Beach Terraces by Aldar
Where each one leads
Drawn only from published figures and the developments we list, each with its source.
Lower price per sq ft
Ramhan Island averages AED 2,597 per sq ft against AED 3,899 in Fahid Island, about 33% less (Bayut, from advertised asking prices, October 2026).
Closer to Yas Island
Ramhan Island is about 10 minutes from Yas Island by car, against about 15 minutes from Fahid Island.
Side by side
| Measure | Fahid Island | Ramhan Island |
|---|---|---|
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Asking price per sq ft | AED 3,899Bayut, October 2026 | AED 2,597Bayut, October 2026 |
| Developments we list | 3 | 0 |
| Drive to Yas Island | about 15 minutes | about 10 minutes |
| Drive to Zayed International Airport | about 15 minutes | about 15 minutes |
Each figure is shown as its publisher states it, with the period it covers. A row appears only where both areas have a figure. Read 12 November 2026.
New developments in each
Fahid Island
- The Beach House FahidAldarAED 4,588,027
- Fahid Beach TerracesAldarAED 6,484,900
- Fahid Beach ResidencesAldarAED 6,637,310
Ramhan Island
We do not list a development in Ramhan Island yet.
What each area is like
Fahid Island
A 2.7 million sq m island between Yas and Saadiyat that Aldar is developing as a wellness-themed beach community. Entirely off plan: first apartments are due in 2029.
Who it suits
- Buyers who want beach access between Yas and Saadiyat at lower prices than Saadiyat
- Families attracted by King's College School Wimbledon
- Investors willing to wait until 2029 or later for completion
- Second-home buyers focused on outdoor and fitness amenities
In its favour
- Listed as a designated investment zone; sold freehold to foreign nationals
- 11 km coastline with 4.6 km of beach, per Aldar's masterplan
- Between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, each within 15 minutes by car (Aldar)
Worth weighing
- Nothing is complete. The first homes are due in 2029 and the island's school, hotels and retail will follow their own timetables
- A single developer controls the island, its pricing, its service charges and the pace of future releases
Ramhan Island
A low-density island of beachfront villas with a marina district, developed by Eagle Hills in the waters near Yas and Saadiyat. High entry prices and a build-out that runs to at least 2029.
Who it suits
- Buyers who want a detached villa with its own beach frontage
- Boat owners attracted by the marina
- Second-home owners with budgets above AED 10 million
- Apartment buyers who want hotel services at The Bristol
In its favour
- Every villa is planned with direct beach access (Eagle Hills factsheet)
- Low density: about 1,060 villas and 900 apartments across a 6.5 million sq m development area
- Marina of around 170 berths with a yacht club and waterfront promenade
Worth weighing
- Road access is not explained in the developer's public material. Confirm how the island is reached, whether the link is complete, and who maintains it
- Ramhan does not appear on the 2019 published list of investment zones. ADREC says the number of zones has since risen to 50 but we found no public list naming them, so ask the developer for written confirmation of its zone status and the form of title before paying a deposit
Fahid Island or Ramhan Island: quick answers
Is Fahid Island or Ramhan Island cheaper per square foot?
Ramhan Island is cheaper on the published figures: AED 2,597 per sq ft against AED 3,899 in Fahid Island (Bayut, from advertised asking prices, October 2026). Averages move with the mix of homes sold, so compare like with like before relying on the gap.
Which is closer to Yas Island, Fahid Island or Ramhan Island?
Ramhan Island, at about 10 minutes by car against about 15 minutes from Fahid Island. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
Which is closer to Zayed International Airport, Fahid Island or Ramhan Island?
Both are about 15 minutes from Zayed International Airport by car. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
Can foreigners buy property in Fahid Island and Ramhan Island?
Fahid Island is a designated freehold area, open to buyers of any nationality. Ramhan Island is a designated freehold area, open to buyers of any nationality. Sales in Abu Dhabi are registered with the ADREC.
Which new developments can I buy in Fahid Island and Ramhan Island?
In Fahid Island: The Beach House Fahid from AED 4,588,027, Fahid Beach Terraces from AED 6,484,900 and Fahid Beach Residences from AED 6,637,310. We do not list a development in Ramhan Island yet.
Not sure which area fits?
Tell us your budget, your timing and whether you will live there or let it, and we will set the two areas against each other for you.
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