Abu Dhabi is now entering the ultra-prime arena, and it’s playing to win. In the last two years, we’ve seen properties in the likes of Saadiyat Island, Al Maryah Island, and Al Jurf producing record prices that would have drawn sceptical smiles in 2022. Developments that once competed regionally are now being tracked globally. And buyers who once defaulted to Dubai are now asking a different question: Why not Abu Dhabi?

The capital has moved from steady-handed alternative to headline-maker, closing the gap on the region’s most coveted addresses with the kind of velocity that gets investors interested.

But how far has the market travelled? To find out, we’ve ranked the ten most expensive luxury projects currently on the market in Abu Dhabi, measured by price per square meter, and based on transactions recorded across 2025 and 2026. The numbers tell a story that Abu Dhabi’s ambitions have been promising for years.

Here they are, in reverse order.

10. Hidd Al Saadiyat

AED 46,000 per square meter

Hidd Al Saadiyat remains one of Abu Dhabi’s most established luxury addresses. Its combination of beachfront living, privacy, and large villa plots continues to attract high-net-worth buyers willing to pay a premium for space and exclusivity.

9. Nudra

AED 47,000 per square meter

A small and exclusive development located next to Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Nudra has quickly established itself among Abu Dhabi’s premium residential projects, achieving prices that place it firmly within the city’s ultra-luxury segment.

8. SHA Residences, Al Jurf

AED 48,000 per square meter

Developed by IMKAN, SHA Residences combines luxury real estate with a wellness-focused concept. Located in Al Jurf, the project has achieved some of the highest prices outside Abu Dhabi Island and Saadiyat.

7. Faya

AED 51,000 per square meter

Faya, Aldar’s plot-based development overlooking Saadiyat Golf Course, secures its place among Abu Dhabi’s most expensive projects. The combination of custom-built homes and a golf course setting continues to attract affluent buyers seeking something more bespoke than a traditional development.

6. Four Seasons Hotel Residences, Al Maryah Island

AED 52,000 per square meter

Located on Al Maryah Island, Four Seasons Residences benefits from one of the capital’s most established luxury hospitality brands. The project continues to command strong prices from buyers seeking branded waterfront living in the heart of the city.

5. Mamsha Al Saadiyat

AED 52,000 per square meter

Mamsha Al Saadiyat remains one of Abu Dhabi’s benchmark luxury residential projects. Direct beach access, a prime location, and limited waterfront inventory continue to support its position among the city’s most expensive developments.

4. Mandarin Oriental Residences

AED 73,000 per square meter

This is where the pricing takes a significant leap.

Mandarin Oriental enters a different category of luxury altogether, demonstrating the premium buyers are willing to pay for globally recognised hospitality brands and exceptional locations.

3. Nobu Residences

AED 76,000 per square meter

Nobu was launched in 2023 and has continued to perform exceptionally well. Achieving AED 76,000 per square meter, the project remains one of Abu Dhabi’s strongest examples of how branded residences have reshaped the luxury market.

2. Four Seasons Private Residences, Saadiyat Beach

AED 84,000 per square meter

Developed by Al Ain Properties on Al Saadiyat Island, Four Seasons Private Residences sits firmly within Abu Dhabi’s ultra-prime category. At AED 84,000 per square meter, it demonstrates just how much value buyers place on beachfront branded living.

1. Baccarat Residences

AED 99,000 per square meter

Taking the top spot is Baccarat Residences, the newest project launched by Aldar.

Introducing a legacy landmark in Abu Dhabi that sets a new global benchmark for ultra-prime living, it currently stands as the most expensive residential project in Abu Dhabi, setting a new benchmark for luxury pricing in the capital.

What these prices tell us

The most interesting part of this list isn’t necessarily who came first. It’s the gap.

The jump from AED 52,000 per square meter at projects like Mamsha and, ultimately AED 99,000 per square meter shows that Abu Dhabi’s luxury market is no longer moving as one segment. A distinct ultra-prime category has emerged.

Buyers at this level are no longer simply comparing square footage, locations, or payment plans. They’re paying for rarity, branding, beachfront access, exclusivity, and projects that have very few direct competitors.

Abu Dhabi’s luxury market continues to evolve at a remarkable pace. What was considered premium only a few years ago now sits alongside a new generation of ultra-prime developments achieving record-breaking prices.

Whether these price levels continue to rise will depend on future supply and buyer demand, but one thing is already clear: the capital now has a luxury segment capable of competing with some of the most expensive residential markets in the region.

And if current launches are anything to go by, the race for Abu Dhabi’s most expensive address is far from over.