Al Maryah Island

Al Maryah Island
Area description

Al Maryah Island is an island community with prestigious property in Abu Dhabi. This multifunctional residential, entertainment and commercial complex is located in the northeastern part of the capital and offers a wide range of top-quality real estate for both purchase and rent. In addition to quality housing, the island also has everything you need for a relaxed resort-like lifestyle, from beach and city infrastructure, luxurious fine dining restaurants and boutique shops to a variety of entertainment venues.

Min. sale price
Studio490 000 AED
1-bed apartment564 531 AED
2-bed apartment792 440 AED
Avg. sale price
Studio728 582 AED
1-bed apartment945 469 AED
2-bed apartment1 141 854 AED
Min. rental price
2-bed apartment12 916 AED
Avg. rental price
2-bed apartment12 916 AED
Properties in the areaApartment, development, shop
Developers in the area
Reportage Properties
325 properties
Taraf Holding
34 properties
Advantages
  • Type of buildings:
    Residential
  • Beautiful view
  • Apartments with ready-made finishing and interior decoration
  • Prestigious neighborhood
FAQ
Where is Al Maryah Island located?

The island is located in the northeast of the UAE capital. It’s connected to the popular community of Al Zahiyah, also known as the Tourist Club Area by five bridges. Al Reem Island, Corniche Beach and Zayed Port are within a 7–12-minute drive from the area.

How to get to Al Maryah Island from Dubai? To do this, take the E11. The trip from the metropolis will take 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Abu Dhabi International Airport is half an hour away from the island.

What residential complexes and sub-communities are there on Al Maryah Island?

This area is considered one of the most popular with buyers of new property in Abu Dhabi. The community, one of the largest developed areas in the city, has been constructed in several stages, so you will find units with different handover dates as well as off-plan projects. The most popular residential projects on Al Maryah Island are Al Maryah Vista, Al Maryah Plaza and the Sowwah Square Towers.

Al Maryah Vista is the community's most sought-after project. The building is still under development. The project, developed by Webridge Properties, offers a comfortable resort-style lifestyle with numerous additional amenities and benefits. In this residential complex, property hunters can choose from studio units and one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment units with a unique design and beautiful views. Al Maryah Vista is the most popular option among investors who prefer luxury off-plan apartments. Prices for apartments in this residential complex start at AED 530,000 (USD 144,300).

Al Maryah Plaza is also worth mentioning when it comes to the island's most popular developments. Developed by the Falgory Group, the residential complex offers the best options for beach property investment in Abu Dhabi.

Sowwah Square (Abu Dhabi Global Market Square) is the heart of the island, housing many offices of major international companies. A few commercial projects are still available for purchase. For example, the fourth tower located next to the Galleria Mall is a 37-storey commercial building with a wide range of equipped offices and retail space on the ground floor.

Average property prices on Al Maryah Island

The community features apartment buildings with spacious studio and apartment units. Al Maryah Vista also has several four- and five-bedroom penthouses with an area ranging from 300 square metres.

Real estate sales trends in Al Maryah Island are as follows: the average cost of a studio apartment is AED 600,000 (USD 163,350), a one-bedroom apartment is AED 800,000 (USD 217,800) and a two-bedroom apartment is AED 1 million (USD 272,250). To buy a penthouse, you’ll need at least AED 2.8 million (USD 762,300). These are relatively affordable prices for the capital of the UAE and, given the quality of construction of the houses in Abu Dhabi and the infrastructure created by the developers, you can be sure that you’re getting the best deal for your money. In addition to being one of the most luxurious coastal communities in the capital, the island offers all the necessary amenities and social infrastructure nearby.

Property rental trends on Al Maryah Island are as follows: annual rental rates on the island start at AED 65,000 (USD 17,700). For this price, you can find both studio and one-bedroom apartment units. To rent a two-bedroom apartment, you’ll need at least AED 90,000 (USD 24,500) annually.

If you plan to rent an office on the island, the annual cost varies depending on the size and location of the unit. A small room with an area of 53 square metres is offered for AED 200,000 (USD 54,450) annually. The larger 500 square metres offices cost over AED 1 million (USD 272,250) annually.

How to get from Al Maryah Island to famous attractions?

Al Ittihad, one of Abu Dhabi's landmarks, is located a 10-minute drive from the community. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a favourite of tourists, is a 16-minute drive away. It‘ll take you 25 minutes to get to Yas Island - the main entertainment hub in Abu Dhabi. It houses the water park Yas Waterland, a popular place for family holidays for both locals and tourists. Ferrari World is another iconic spot with karting, simulators and other extreme attractions.

The beaches of Abu Dhabi are the real pride of the capital. If you live on the island, you won't have to travel far to have a picnic by the sea as the most popular beaches are located a quarter of an hour from the area. For instance, Abu Dhabi City Beach and the popular Corniche Resort are nearby.

Corniche Beach is Abu Dhabi's signature beach and a fantastic outdoor destination for tourists and locals. It’s divided into three sections: Entrance 1 (also known as Al Sahil Beach) is reserved for visitors travelling alone, while Entrances 2 and 3 are specially designed for families with children. Your family will thoroughly enjoy it as there are volleyball courts, football fields and equipped areas for children.

Where to go shopping on Al Maryah Island?

Abu Dhabi's coastal communities offer every type of entertainment you can dream of when choosing a property in a modern residential development. In addition to several basic social facilities, the community features shopping streets, numerous restaurants and bars. A favourite place for shopping among the locals is Galleria, the largest mall in Al Maryah.

Galleria is one of the best shopping and entertainment complexes as you can not only go shopping there but also have a delicious dinner in one of the restaurants. Here you can find designer clothes and fine jewellery brands and many international brands of cosmetics. The complex offers excellent service to make your shopping experience as comfortable as possible, for instance, prayer rooms for Muslims, valet parking and a wide range of food courts.

You can also visit the Abu Dhabi Mall to shop at the waterfront. The mall houses over 200 shops and is just a 7-minute drive from the community.

For everyday shopping, residents go to the Waitrose supermarket in Al Maryah.

Schools and kindergartens on Al Maryah Island?

There is currently no school on Al Maryah Island, but this will not be an issue for residents with children as there are excellent educational institutions nearby.

Gems Winchester School is a 7-minute drive away. The school offers a British curriculum. Abu Dhabi High School provides Nova Scotia education to 50 nationalities worldwide. Repton Abu Dhabi is just 7 minutes away and offers a UK/IB curriculum. Emirates National School and GEMS Worldwide Academy are also popular educational institutions in the area. Both are located within a 10-minute drive of the island.

Nearby higher education options are the INSEAD Middle East branch located directly in the community and the Sorbonne Abu Dhabi University in the island community of Al Reem.

Parents of preschoolers send their kids to one of the nurseries in the neighbouring communities. For example, the popular Playhouse Nursery is located on the island of Al Reem and can be reached in just 4 minutes.

Medical facilities on Al Maryah Island

The community offers a great diversity of healthcare options. One of the reputable hospitals and clinics on Al Maryah Island is the Abu Dhabi Telemedicine Centre, where you can get advice on health issues. Cleveland Clinic Lab is one of the largest and most respected clinics on the island. The community is also home to Housecall which is also highly rated.

What means of transport can I use on Al Maryah Island?

As for public transport in Al Maryah Island, there are bus stops in the community - they are located at 19 and Baynunah Streets. Bus lines 8, 10 and 11 cross the island and provide quick access to the Marina Mall and Al Mina Centre. Residents can also make use of taxis.

There’s no need for concern if you have private transport and parking bays are a requirement for you on Al Maryah Island. All the residential complexes are built to a modern standard, so you will have at least one personal parking bay. Guests can park their cars on the street, next to the shopping malls or office buildings.

Top restaurants on Al Maryah Island

There are several cafés and restaurants in the community. Atrium Café is a pleasant venue with a relaxed atmosphere. L’ETO is a café with an exquisite interior design and delicious desserts. Noud Café is located on the fourth floor of Galleria. It has a pleasant seating area outdoors overlooking the city. Shot Specialty Café is another coffee shop in Galleria with ample cake and sweet options and the coffee is prepared to international standards. Galleria also houses the Japanese restaurant Zuma, the Peruvian grill restaurant Coya and the French restaurant La Petite Maison.

Nightclubs located at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi include Dragon's Tooth Bar, Glo Lounge and La Cava Bar. For those wanting to spend time in a romantic place, we recommend visiting the beach Cabana grille bar at the Four Seasons Hotel. This is one of the best rooftop restaurants in Abu Dhabi with amazing city views.

How to spend your leisure time in Al Maryah Island

Al Maryah Island is considered a mixed-use residential and entertainment community and there are plenty of things to do. The island is home to two world-class five-star hotels and exceptional luxury boutique restaurants. Here you can find many high-end shops and beachfront cafés. In addition, you can walk along Al Maryah Island and enjoy the waterfront.

Recently, the construction of a large-scale recreation centre has started in ACTIVE the community. It is a Zayed Sports City branded sports and fitness club with three soccer fields, a FIFA playing area, four tennis courts, several multi-purpose sports fields and an indoor sports gym.

In addition, throughout the year, Galleria Mall hosts many events such as New Year celebrations, the Chinese New Year and the UAE National Day. At this time, the shopping centre turns into a popular tourist attraction, but residents also enjoy attending the festivals and fairs. The events include spectacular fireworks shows, outdoor entertainment options and performances by famous artists.

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