The Row Saadiyat by Aldar
Saadiyat Cultural District · Abu Dhabi
Beside Saadiyat Cultural District
The Row Saadiyat by Aldar sits in the Saadiyat Cultural District on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, with museum landmarks within walking distance.
The Row Saadiyat: Apartments in Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi from AED 3.7M
The Row Saadiyat is Aldar's mid-rise apartment collection in the Saadiyat Cultural District, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group with interiors by Kettle Collective. Listed on 10 November 2025 and on sale now, with Phase 1 covering 315 homes across three buildings.
THE PROJECT
About The Row Saadiyat
The Row Saadiyat is Aldar's apartment collection in the Saadiyat Cultural District on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. Announced on 23 October 2025 and listed on 10 November 2025, the development spans seven mid-rise buildings of ground plus nine upper floors each, with two parking basements per building and 717 apartments in total. Construction is under way and Phase 1 is on sale.
Bjarke Ingels Group designed the architecture. Kettle Collective shaped the interiors. Every home includes smart home technology and is delivered semi furnished. The design concept is connect to disconnect: social ground floors for community life, calmer upper floors for privacy.
Sustainability targets include 3 Pearl Estidama and 2-star Fitwel certification. Phase 1 covers three of seven buildings and 315 homes. Service charge is AED 28 per sqft. Handover is targeted for Q1 2030.
717
Apartments across 7 buildings
315
Phase 1 homes in 3 buildings
G + 9
Floors per building (10 total)
AED 3.7M
Starting price (1 bedroom)
| Construction status | Under construction |
|---|---|
| Sale status | On sale |
| Added on | 10 November 2025 |
| Floors | G + 9 (10 total) |
| Handover | Q1 2030 |
| Furnishing | Semi furnished |
| Service charge | AED 28 per sqft |
| Resale conditions | Resale permitted after 30% of purchase price paid (per Aldar terms) |
THE LOCATION
The Row Saadiyat Location in Saadiyat Cultural District
The Row Saadiyat sits in the Saadiyat Cultural District on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, with shaded air-conditioned pedestrian bridges linking residents to Saadiyat Grove and Mamsha Beach.
Cultural landmarks within reach include Zayed National Museum, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. Downtown Abu Dhabi is about 10 to 15 minutes by road; Zayed International Airport is under 30 minutes.
Landmarks
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
| Downtown Abu Dhabi | About 10 to 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Zayed International Airport (AUH) | Under 30 minutes |
Shaded air-conditioned pedestrian bridges connect The Row Saadiyat to Saadiyat Grove and Mamsha Beach. More on Saadiyat Island.
Project materials
PROPERTY TYPES
Property Types and Sizes at The Row Saadiyat
The Row Saadiyat offers one- to three-bedroom apartments, with some layouts including a maid's room or study. Unit sizes run from 89 to 446 sqm (958 to 4,800 sqft). Select units include terraces up to 200 sqm.
One-bedroom apartments
From AED 3.7M
From 89 sqm (958 sqft)
Entry one-bedroom homes anchor The Row Saadiyat pricing. Smart home technology is included in every unit.
Two-bedroom apartments
From AED 5.8M
Mid-range sizes within the 89 to 446 sqm band
Two-bedroom layouts suit buyers who want Cultural District adjacency with room for a home office or guest room. Some configurations include a maid's room or study.
Three-bedroom apartments
From AED 11.5M, up to AED 16M
Up to 446 sqm (4,800 sqft); terraces up to 200 sqm on select units
Three-bedroom homes include the largest plates in the collection, with select units offering terraces up to 200 sqm. Maid's room or study options apply on relevant layouts.
See confirmed sizing on the The Row Saadiyat floor plans page. Layout drawings release as Aldar publishes them.
AMENITIES
Amenities at The Row Saadiyat
Ground-floor social spaces and upper-floor calm define The Row Saadiyat's amenity mix. Aldar's connect to disconnect concept places community life on the podiums and quieter wellness on the upper levels across seven mid-rise buildings.
Social ground floors
- Members club and co-working lounges for everyday connection at podium level
- Gourmet supermarket and boutique retail for daily errands without leaving home
- Gourmet cafes and restaurants woven through the social ground plane
- Pet spa and grooming for resident pets
- Kids' clubs for families on the lower levels
- The Other Space communal hub for community events and shared life
Calm upper floors
- Wellness club for recovery and quiet time away from the ground-floor bustle
- Boutique fitness for focused workouts on the calmer upper levels
DESIGN & INTERIORS
BIG Architecture and Kettle Collective at The Row Saadiyat
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) designed seven mid-rise buildings rising over shared podiums in the Saadiyat Cultural District. The connect to disconnect concept pairs social ground floors with calmer upper residential levels.
Kettle Collective shaped the interior language across one- to three-bedroom homes. Every unit includes smart home technology and is delivered semi furnished.
The collection targets 3 Pearl Estidama and 2-star Fitwel certification. Each building is ground plus nine upper floors with two parking basements.
In pictures
The Row Saadiyat in pictures
Official Aldar Discover and Rises presentation plates for amenities, interiors, and BIG-designed architecture in the Saadiyat Cultural District. Tap any image to enlarge.
Cultural District setting
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SAADIYAT CULTURAL DISTRICT
Saadiyat Cultural District Market Context
Saadiyat Island recorded about AED 8.8 billion in transactions in Q1 2026, part of AED 66 billion across Abu Dhabi in the same quarter with 13,518 deals, according to ADREC figures cited in market reporting. This is district-level context for Saadiyat Island, not Row-specific performance.
Bayut's H1 2026 reporting names Saadiyat Cultural District among ultra-luxury off-plan sought-after addresses alongside Nouran Living and Manarat Living III. That framing reflects buyer demand for the district, not a resale track record for The Row Saadiyat, which only opened Phase 1 sales in November 2025.
AED 8.8B
Saadiyat transactions, Q1 2026
ADREC figures cited in market reporting; part of AED 66B Abu Dhabi quarter (13,518 deals)
Ultra-luxury off-plan
Sought-after district ranking
Bayut H1 2026: Saadiyat Cultural District named sought-after address alongside Nouran Living and Manarat Living III
For three years of registered ADREC transaction data at island level, see Saadiyat Island 3-year transaction data. This is island-wide registered transaction data, not Row-specific appreciation. For broader Saadiyat Island price context, see Saadiyat Island property prices.
RESALE & OWNERSHIP
Resale and Ownership at The Row Saadiyat
The Row Saadiyat is freehold and open to all nationalities within Abu Dhabi's designated investment zones. Resale is permitted after 30% of the purchase price is paid, per Aldar terms.
Published entry pricing from AED 3.7M sits above the commonly cited AED 2M property threshold referenced in UAE Golden Visa discussions. Eligibility depends on current federal rules and your personal circumstances, so treat any visa outcome as subject to official confirmation.
PAYMENT PLAN
Payment Plan
Aldar publishes a 65/35 structure for The Row Saadiyat: 5% on booking, 60% during construction, and 35% at handover in Q1 2030.
SAADIYAT ISLAND
Also on Saadiyat Island: Marsa Al Saadiyat
Saadiyat Island · Launched July 2026
Marsa Al Saadiyat by Aldar
Buyers comparing Cultural District apartments often also review Marsa Al Saadiyat by Aldar, Aldar's waterfront master plan and the final residential chapter on Saadiyat Island. Marsa and The Row sit in the same island market with different product scales and phasing.
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SAADIYAT CULTURAL DISTRICT
Compare with Sei Saadiyat
Buyers often compare with Sei Saadiyat, Aldar's 778-home wellness collection in the same Cultural District from AED 2.95M.
Now launched
Sei Saadiyat
Buyers comparing Cultural District apartments often also review Sei Saadiyat, Aldar's 778-home wellness collection from AED 2.95M on a 50/50 plan, handover Q4 2030.
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Developer
About Aldar
Abu Dhabi’s flagship developer for Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, and capital waterfront destinations.
Aldar is the developer international buyers most often associate with Abu Dhabi island living: Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, and large waterfront masterplans. On The Upsides, Aldar briefings currently centre on Marsa Al Saadiyat, Mandarin Oriental Residences, and The Canopies at Yas Point. Marsa Al Saadiyat was launched on 22 July 2026 as the landmark Saadiyat waterfront destination and is now in priority registration. Mandarin Oriental Residences is the branded Cultural District release on sale with Q3 2028 handover. The Canopies is the park-centred residential chapter already available to shortlist inside Yas Point.
Also exploring The Canopies at Yas Point on Yas Island, or upcoming events.
- Master developer of Marsa Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island
- Mandarin Oriental Residences in the Saadiyat Cultural District
- The Canopies at Yas Point on Yas Island with floor plans and payment plan materials
- Primary reference developer for Abu Dhabi island living
THE QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions About The Row Saadiyat by Aldar
What is the starting price at The Row Saadiyat?+
Published guidance places one-bedroom apartments from AED 3.7M, two-bedroom apartments from AED 5.8M, and three-bedroom apartments from AED 11.5M, up to AED 16M. Confirm live stack pricing with your Row Saadiyat expert.
Who designed The Row Saadiyat?+
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) designed The Row Saadiyat. Kettle Collective handled interior design. Aldar Properties is the developer.
When is The Row Saadiyat handover?+
Handover is targeted for Q1 2030, subject to official confirmation by Aldar.
How many units are at The Row Saadiyat?+
The Row Saadiyat comprises 717 apartments across seven mid-rise buildings, each with ground plus nine upper floors (10 total) and two parking basements. Phase 1 covers three buildings and 315 homes.
Can foreigners buy at The Row Saadiyat?+
Yes. The Row Saadiyat is freehold and open to all nationalities within Abu Dhabi's designated investment zones.
Is there resale data for The Row Saadiyat yet?+
There is no secondary market for The Row Saadiyat yet because sales only opened in November 2025. For district-level transaction history on Saadiyat Island, see Saadiyat Island 3-year transaction data. That guide covers island-wide ADREC data, not Row-specific appreciation.
What is the service charge at The Row Saadiyat?+
The published service charge is AED 28 per sqft.
What is The Row Saadiyat payment plan?+
Aldar publishes a 65/35 structure: 5% on booking, 60% during construction, and 35% at handover in Q1 2030.
Can I resell The Row Saadiyat before handover?+
Resale is permitted after 30% of the purchase price is paid, per Aldar terms. Confirm the current policy in your SPA.
Are The Row Saadiyat apartments furnished?+
Homes are delivered semi furnished with smart home technology included in every unit.
How far is The Row Saadiyat from Louvre Abu Dhabi and downtown?+
The Row Saadiyat sits in the Saadiyat Cultural District with walkable access to museum neighbours including Louvre Abu Dhabi. Downtown Abu Dhabi is about 10 to 15 minutes by road, and Zayed International Airport is under 30 minutes.
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