The Saadiyat – Umm Yifeena Bridge is one of the most strategic infrastructure projects shaping Abu Dhabi’s future. It connects Saadiyat Island, Al Reem Island, and Al Maryah Island, forming a key developmental artery that is reshaping real estate demand and mobility.
Direct Impact on the Real Estate Market
Key areas such as South Saadiyat, Saadiyat, East Reem, Reem Island, and Al Maryah Island are expected to see a surge in desirability and value. With improved connectivity, both residential and commercial properties in these zones will attract increased demand.
We recommend that current investors hold onto properties in the following projects until at least 2028:
- Saadiyat: Nuran Living, Soho, The Reserve, Lagoons, Park View
- Reem Island: Reem Hills (apartments and villas)
Strategic Road Network: Reem and Maryah at the Center
With the new bridge connecting northwest Reem Island to Al Maryah Island, and from there to Saadiyat, Reem Island becomes the center of a rapidly growing network—eventually extending to Salamiyah Island, Al Fahid Island, and Al Jubail Island. This makes Reem and Maryah the future core of Abu Dhabi’s business and transit ecosystem, with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road and Khaleej Al Arabi Street.
Commercial Investment Potential
Advice to developers and investors:
Investing in commercial real estate, particularly offices or full floors in Reem and Maryah Islands, will be a highly rewarding opportunity over the next five years, as demand continues to grow.
Improved Commute Times
- From Al Jubail (e.g. Bada Al Jubail or Ain Al Maha) to Khalifa Park:
- Currently: no less than 30 minutes
- After bridge: around 15 minutes
- From Lagoons (Saadiyat) to Reem Hills:
- Currently: 25 minutes
- Post-bridge: 7–10 minutes
Khalifa Park: A Business Cluster
Khalifa Park is a well-known area in Abu Dhabi that hosts many corporate offices and headquarters, including First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) main branch and global companies like Modon. With the completion of the new road network, executives and employees working in these companies will have very fast access to Saadiyat Island and Al Jubail.
