The Walt Disney Company has officially announced the development of Disneyland Abu Dhabi, its first theme park in the Middle East and seventh globally. Set to be located on Yas Island, a premier entertainment destination already home to attractions like Ferrari World and Warner Bros. World, the new park is poised to significantly impact the region’s real estate landscape.
Abu Dhabi’s property market has been on an upward trajectory, and the announcement of Disneyland’s arrival is expected to serve as a major accelerator. In April alone, the emirate recorded a 15.7% increase in transactions over March, reaching AED 2.9 billion in sales. Off-plan sales dominated, representing over 70% of the total, indicating significant investor interest in new and upcoming developments. This trend underscores growing investor appetite for new developments and future-forward communities.
Hotspots such as Yas Island, Saadiyat Island, and Al Jubail Island have already been commanding premium prices, with villas on Al Jubail selling for up to AED 10 million and leases reaching AED 400,000 annually. These areas are now poised for even greater demand as both end-users and investors seek proximity to what is set to become one of the world’s most iconic leisure destinations.
