The Abu Dhabi development sold 1,700 golf mansions, villas, and townhouses within days of launch, with 81% of buyers new to Modon and 15% from outside the UAE.
July 10, 2026 | Tripti Mehta | UAE | Developer
Modon has recorded more than AED 13 billion in sales within days of launching Hudayriyat Golf Estates on Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi. A total of 1,700 residences, comprising golf mansions, villas, and townhouses, were sold in the days following the launch.
The buyer profile reflects the breadth of demand the development attracted. Fifteen per cent of buyers were non-UAE residents, and 81 per cent were first-time Modon customers.
The gated community is designed around Andalusian-inspired architecture, with dual waterfront and fairway views alongside a 95-hectare golf course integrated within a walkable masterplan. A 2.3-kilometre green spine connects a clubhouse, wellness and fitness facilities, retail and leisure offerings, co-working spaces, and a school. Located approximately 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 30 minutes from Zayed International Airport, the development also provides direct access to Hudayriyat Island's sports and leisure attractions, including Surf Abu Dhabi, the Velodrome, and an extensive network of cycling, running, and recreational trails.
His Excellency Jassem Mohamed Bu Ataba Al Zaabi, Chairman of Modon Holding, said, "This strong demand reflects the growing global confidence in Abu Dhabi and the UAE, underpinned by the leadership's long-term vision, economic strength and commitment to sustainable development. It reinforces the emirate's position as one of the world's most attractive destinations for investment, talent and quality of life."
Bill O'Regan, Group Chief Executive Officer of Modon Holding, added, "This response reflects a broader shift in how people choose where to live. Buyers increasingly seek communities that combine quality homes with lifestyle, wellbeing and connectivity. At Modon, our focus is on creating integrated destinations that bring these elements together in a way that delivers enduring value for residents, investors and the wider city."
Ibrahim Al Maghribi, Chief Executive Officer of Modon Real Estate, said, "Hudayriyat Golf Estates has been designed to offer a distinctive residential experience centred around quality, privacy and active living. The response from buyers reflects the appeal of the community, its unique setting and the strength of demand for thoughtfully planned homes in Abu Dhabi. We are grateful for the trust placed in Modon and look forward to bringing this community to life."
The AED 13 billion result places Hudayriyat Golf Estates among the most significant single project launch sales figures the UAE has publicly seen. For context, DAMAC Islands 1 generated AED 10.2 billion in under 24 hours in December 2024, and DAMAC Islands 2 achieved AED 11 billion in five hours in November 2025. Modon's figure is higher in absolute terms, though achieved over a longer window. The more meaningful signal, however, is the geography. Both DAMAC benchmarks were set in Dubai. Modon has now produced a comparable result from Abu Dhabi, on Hudayriyat Island, a destination that has been building momentum steadily but has not previously generated headlines at this scale. For developers, investors, and brokers tracking where Abu Dhabi's residential demand is concentrating, this launch is a clear signal that Hudayriyat Island has arrived as a serious investment address.
