Yas Riva Reserve is Aldar's quieter answer to Yas Island: a gated community of 292 villas on the island's northeast waterfront, directly opposite Yas Riva, with its own bridge onto the island. Private and residential in character, it is still minutes from Yas Mall, Yas Marina Circuit, Warner Bros. World and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.
Private Ledger
| Line item | Detail | Tag |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Aldar Properties | Data |
| Announced | 18 September 2026 | Data |
| Sales open | 26 September 2026 | Data |
| Collection | 292 villas: 247 inland (4–6BR), 45 waterfront (5–6BR) | Data |
| Waterfront | Private pontoon option on all 45 | Data |
| Entry price | From AED 7.9M | Data |
| Payment plan | 5% booking, 50/50 | Data |
| Handover | Q3 2030 | Data |
| Built-up area | ~437–538 sqm | Market claim |
| Masterplan | ~50 hectares | Market claim |
| Waterfront pricing | Price on Request | — |
24°30′55.7″N · 54°37′10.9″E
The Residences
Four-, five- and six-bedroom villas in warm timber and horizontal layering, planned around the line between inside and out — generous layouts opening onto private landscaped gardens.
Only 45 of the 292 homes, all five- and six-bedroom, front the waterway. Each can add a private pontoon, which puts the boat at the door. Those 45 are the scarcest allocation in the release.
The Community
Linear parks, pocket gardens and open lawns make the community walkable by design. At its centre is a clubhouse with social, leisure and study spaces for residents of every age, supported by a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor fitness spaces, padel and sports courts, children's play areas, community retail and a mosque.
Location
Yas Acres and Yas Riva are next door, and the island's schools, retail, hospitality and attractions are close by. Road connections run to central Abu Dhabi, Zayed International Airport and Dubai.
Renders
Renders courtesy of Aldar Properties.
The Zen Homes Perspective
Villa stock is scarce in a market dominated by apartments. Aldar's first phase, Yas Riva, launched in 2024 and is now under construction, so this address comes with a delivery track record. Three things matter for a mandate here.
The waterfront premium. Every 4-bedroom villa is inland, so a waterfront position starts at the 5-bedroom tier. Whether that premium is justified depends on the hold period and the exit buyer you expect.
Capital deployment. A 5% booking and a 50/50 structure keep half the capital deployable until the Q3 2030 handover — relevant to liquidity planning and to how the position sits within a wider portfolio.
Allocation. In launches like this, the plot matters as much as the price. Orientation, water frontage and distance from the bridge access all shape resale value at completion.
What is the starting price of Yas Riva Reserve?
Villas start from AED 7.9M. Waterfront villa pricing is available on request.
How many waterfront villas are there at Yas Riva Reserve?
45 of the 292 villas are waterfront, all five- and six-bedroom, each with the option of a private pontoon.
When is handover for Yas Riva Reserve?
Handover is scheduled for Q3 2030. Confirm the current projected date for your specific unit with your advisor before reserving.
What is the payment plan for Yas Riva Reserve?
Booking is 5% on a 50/50 structure — 50% during construction, 50% on handover. Payment plans can change before a unit is reserved — confirm current terms with your advisor.
Can international and NRI investors buy at Yas Riva Reserve?
Yes. Yas Island is one of Abu Dhabi's designated Investment Zones, where non-UAE nationals can own 100% freehold — both the villa and the land beneath it — with title registered through Abu Dhabi's Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). Zen Homes advises international and NRI buyers on structuring, remittance and Golden Visa eligibility.
Source: Aldar Properties — aldar-yas-riva.com and aldar.com (18 September 2026). Zen Homes is an independent advisory; this page is not an offer to sell.