Marlin Icon on Al Reem Island: Cosmo Developments' Abu Dhabi Off-Plan
Marlin Icon is a residential development by Cosmo Developments, located on Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi. Construction started in October 2026 and completion is targeted for December 2030. Buyers entering at this stage are committing off-plan, with possession roughly four years away.
Al Reem Island: What the Location Means
Al Reem Island sits off the northeastern tip of Abu Dhabi's main island, connected by road bridges. The drive to Abu Dhabi's central commercial and government districts runs at roughly 10 to 15 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The island operates as a self-contained residential address, with schools, medical facilities, retail, and dining available within the island itself.
That setup suits both owner-occupiers and investors. A resident has access to the capital's employment core without a long commute. An investor benefits from a tenant base of professionals and families working in Abu Dhabi who want modern apartment living with a full facilities package.
AED 1,626,918: One Price Point
Both the minimum and maximum listed price for Marlin Icon are AED 1,626,918. This project is presenting at a single price rather than a range.
At AED 1.63 million, this sits in the mid-tier for Al Reem Island. It is above the entry-level bracket on the island but well below the upper end, where larger apartments and branded residences carry significantly higher prices.
Facilities
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Fitness & Leisure | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor Space | Landscaped Gardens |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Security | CCTV Security |
The indoor swimming pool stands out. Abu Dhabi's summer temperatures make outdoor pools effectively seasonal; an indoor option keeps that amenity available year-round. On-site restaurants in a residential building signal a full-service orientation rather than a stripped-back rental product. The combination of gymnasium, children's area, gardens, and dining creates a package that points toward owner-occupiers and long-stay tenants rather than short-hold investors.
Completion in December 2030
Construction began in October 2026 and the scheduled handover is December 2030. A buyer entering now is looking at four years before possession.
For a buyer planning to occupy the property, that means continued housing costs elsewhere during construction. For an investor, rental income does not begin until late 2030 at the earliest.
Getting In for 20%: The Payment Structure
| Stage | Share |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 10% |
| On handover | 70% |
The 20% down payment sits at the standard Abu Dhabi off-plan rate. The structure is back-loaded: only 30% of the purchase price is paid during the four construction years, with the remaining 70% falling due at handover in December 2030.
On the numbers, the pre-handover payments total roughly AED 488,000. The handover payment itself is approximately AED 1.14 million. That is the single largest cash commitment in this structure.
For cash buyers, the timeline is clean. For mortgage buyers, the full remaining balance falls due on a single fixed date in late 2030, with no post-handover extension to the payment schedule.
