The Canopies: Aldar Apartments on Yas Island From AED 1.65M, 5% to Book
The Project and the Island
The Canopies is an off-plan apartment development by Aldar Properties PJSC on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. It spans five unit types from studios to three-bedroom apartments, with construction started in July 2026 and handover targeted for September 2030.
Yas Island is one of Abu Dhabi's most built-out mixed-use destinations. Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and Yas Mall sit on the island, putting leisure, retail, and dining within walking distance or a short drive for residents. Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 15 minutes by car. The mainland city center is roughly 30 minutes. The location suits owner-occupiers who want practical access to the city alongside a strong leisure offering, and suits investors because the island's tourism infrastructure draws short-stay visitors as well as long-term residents.
What AED 1.65M to AED 5.5M Actually Buys
Pricing spans from AED 1,650,000 to AED 5,500,000, covering five distinct configurations.
| Unit | Area | Starting Price | Per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 495 sq ft | AED 1.65M | AED 3,333 |
| 1-bedroom | 872 sq ft | AED 2.2M | AED 2,523 |
| 2-bedroom | 1,281 sq ft | AED 3.4M | AED 2,654 |
| 2-bedroom + maid | 1,518 sq ft | AED 3.4M | AED 2,240 |
| 3-bedroom + maid + study | 1,981 sq ft | AED 5.5M | AED 2,777 |
Studios carry the highest per-sq-ft cost at AED 3,333. The two-bedroom-plus-maid at AED 2,240 per sq ft offers the most space per dirham, adding 237 sq ft and a maid's room over the standard two-bedroom at the same starting price. Studios and one-bedrooms are primarily investor stock. Two and three-bedroom units are sized for families, with the three-bedroom delivering close to 2,000 sq ft for larger households.
Getting In for 5%
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 5% |
| During construction | 50% |
| At handover | 45% |
Five percent on booking is a low entry requirement. For a studio at AED 1.65M, the deposit is AED 82,500. For the three-bedroom at AED 5.5M, it is AED 275,000. The 50% during-construction payments spread across the four-year build period. The 45% at handover is the largest payment in the plan and falls due in full in September 2030.
What the Amenities Say About the Project
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Recreation | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoors | Landscaped Gardens |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Security | CCTV Security |
Six amenities. The indoor pool is the one that stands out. Abu Dhabi's climate makes outdoor pools impractical for a significant part of the year; an indoor pool turns this into a year-round facility. The children's play area alongside landscaped gardens indicates that families are a central part of the intended resident mix. On-site restaurants remove the need to drive out for meals, which is a practical benefit on an island where car use is the norm. The amenity set is functional and proportionate to the entry price.
Four Years to Handover
Construction on The Canopies began in July 2026. Handover is targeted for September 2030, giving buyers entering now a four-year off-plan window. Construction-phase installments cover 50% of the purchase price across that period. The project is in early construction, so buyers who secure a unit now have the full build period ahead to arrange financing before the 45% handover payment falls due.