Sama Yas 3BR Apartment in Abu-Dhabi — High-Demand Rental Location

Three-bedroom apartment, 206 sqm in Sama Yas — a Yas Island investment with direct access to Yas Park

At 2,214 sq ft across three bedrooms, this apartment in Sama Yas by Aldar sits at the intersection of lifestyle and yield. Yas Island consistently attracts high-income expat tenants and short-stay visitors thanks to its theme parks, retail, and proximity to Abu Dhabi’s business core — which translates into year-round rental demand and solid capital appreciation prospects. For investors exploring new developments in Abu Dhabi, this is an entry into one of the UAE’s most active leisure and residential hubs, with a clear payment plan and a 2027 completion target.

Key features of this apartment

— three full bedrooms suited to families and high-earning expats;
— spacious open-plan living area connecting seamlessly to the kitchen and dining space;
— 2,214 sq ft of usable area — a footprint that commands premium rents in this market;
— low-rise, nine-storey building within Yas Park, offering a more private residential feel;
— over 100,000 sq ft of landscaped parkland directly accessible from the development.

Sama Yas amenities

— residents‘ spa;
— 24/7 concierge service;
— signature communal kitchen designed by acclaimed chef Izu Ani;
— community gardens and green outdoor spaces;
— fully equipped gym;
— cycling and running tracks;
— outdoor co-working areas;
— indoor collaboration spaces and library.

Architecture and concept

Sama Yas is a nine-storey low-rise conceived as a residential village within the park rather than another tower on the skyline. The scale is intentional — it brings a level of service and community that larger developments rarely achieve. The project launched in early 2024 and is on track for delivery in 2027.

About the developer

Aldar Properties is Abu Dhabi’s largest listed real estate developer, with a decades-long track record across thousands of delivered units. Buying off-plan with Aldar carries the assurance of a balance-sheet-backed developer with a well-established secondary market for its assets.

Payment plan

The instalment structure is 10/50/40, spread across the construction period:
— 10% — down payment at booking;
— 5% — 31 July 2024;
— 5% — 28 February 2025;
— 10% — 30 September 2025;
— 15% — 30 April 2026;
— 15% — 30 November 2026;
— 40% — on completion.
Handover is scheduled for 2027.

Location — Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

— 5 minutes to Yas Mall and Yas Island attractions;
— 10–12 minutes to Abu Dhabi city centre;
— approx. 20 minutes to Abu Dhabi International Airport;
— 30–35 minutes to Dubai via the E11 highway.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Yas Island considered a strong investment location?
— The island draws millions of visitors annually through its leisure, retail, and motorsport venues. This creates a broad and stable pool of both short-term and long-term tenants, supporting both rental yields and long-term asset value.

How is the construction-phase payment burden distributed?
— The 50% due during construction is broken into five separate instalments, none exceeding 15%. Payments are spaced across two years, making capital planning more manageable.

Is a three-bedroom unit better suited to owner-occupancy or rental?
— Both. Expat families working in Abu Dhabi’s financial and government sectors frequently lease three-bedroom units in quality island developments. The format also works well for short-term corporate rentals around major Yas Island events, giving owners flexibility in how they operate the asset.

When is the 40% final payment due?
— Only upon handover in 2027 — meaning you have the full construction period to arrange financing before committing the largest portion of the purchase price.

Can I get a current price list and floor plan for a specific unit?
— Yes, we’ll share live availability, layouts, and a rental yield model on request.

Enquire via the form on this page to receive the floor plan, up-to-date pricing, and a rental potential breakdown for the 206 sqm three-bedroom apartment in Sama Yas on Yas Island.