On 20 October 2026, Lucretia showcased Wadeem Gardens on Instagram: Modon's new villa launch on Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi. It comes three months after the record-breaking Hudayriyat Golf Estates, which sold more than AED 13 billion in a matter of days.
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In a post on our Instagram account @lucretia_immobilier on 20 October 2026, we introduced Wadeem Gardens, the new villa project on Hudayriyat Island from Modon, a developer backed by the Abu Dhabi government. It launches three months after Hudayriyat Golf Estates. In July 2026, that project sold more than AED 13 billion (around €3 billion) in a matter of days, with buyers taking 1,700 homes.
Wadeem Gardens offers off-plan villas with 4 to 6 bedrooms on an island lined with 16 kilometres of private beaches. Its payment plan asks for only 25% during construction, a rare structure for a project of this calibre in the United Arab Emirates.
@lucretia_immobilier · 20 October 2026
€3 billion sold in a matter of days. And Modon is doing it again. 🏝️ After July's record-breaking Golf Estates launch (1,700 homes gone in days), Modon is launching Wadeem Gardens on Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi's most sought-after address. ✨ 4 to 6-bedroom villas, with your choice of finishes and layouts 🌊 16 km of private beaches and a waterfront promenade 🏫 International schools, 6 clubhouses, healthcare centres, shops and restaurants But the real game changer is the payment plan: 👉 5% on booking 👉 25% during construction 👉 75% on handover A villa on the capital's most in-demand island, while tying up only a small share of your capital. On a government project of this calibre, that's unheard of. On Hudayriyat, launches sell out in days. ⏳ 💬 Comment "MODON" and we'll send you the full project brochure. #AbuDhabi #HudayriyatIsland #InvestirAbuDhabi #ImmobilierDubai #Modon
Key takeaways
- In July 2026, Modon's launch of Hudayriyat Golf Estates exceeded AED 13 billion in sales within days, around €3 billion. It is the highest publicly recorded sales value for a single residential project launch in the United Arab Emirates.
- During the Hudayriyat Golf Estates launch in July 2026, 1,700 homes (golf mansions, villas and townhouses) sold within days.
- In October 2026, Modon launched Wadeem Gardens on Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi: off-plan villas with 4 to 6 bedrooms, with finishes and layouts chosen by the buyer.
- The Wadeem Gardens payment plan, presented by Lucretia on 20 October 2026, calls for 5% on booking and 25% in total during construction. The remaining 75% is paid on handover through bank financing.
- Hudayriyat Island has 16 kilometres of private beaches, a waterfront promenade, several international schools, six clubhouses, healthcare centres, shops and restaurants.
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Hudayriyat Island, an address powered by record sales
In 2026, Hudayriyat Island became one of Abu Dhabi's most in-demand residential addresses. In July, the Hudayriyat Golf Estates launch passed AED 13 billion in sales within days, the best result ever made public for a single residential project in the Emirates. More than 1,700 homes were sold.
That success comes down to the developer. Modon is a state-backed player that is designing the island as a complete community, with beaches, sports facilities, schools and healthcare. For buyers, that institutional backing signals solidity and reliable delivery. It is also what sets Abu Dhabi apart: a more regulated, less speculative market than its neighbour. We cover this in our guide Abu Dhabi property market: trends, price momentum and outlook.
What Wadeem Gardens offers
Wadeem Gardens is an off-plan project of family villas with 4 to 6 bedrooms. The launch visuals mention "Golf Mansions" and "Garage Villa" types. Buyers choose their finishes and interior layout, which is rare for a launch of this size.
- Lifestyle: 16 kilometres of private beaches and a waterfront promenade.
- Amenities: several international schools, six clubhouses, healthcare centres, shops and restaurants.
- Target buyers: resident families and investors betting on the capital's high-end rental demand.
The Wadeem Gardens payment plan: 25% during construction, 75% on handover
The standout feature of Wadeem Gardens is its payment plan. Buyers pay 5% on booking and bring their contribution to 25% in total during construction. The remaining 75% is due on handover and can be financed with a bank loan.
Throughout construction, the investor ties up only a quarter of the price, and a small fraction on signing day. This structure does mean planning the handover financing well ahead. You need to confirm your borrowing capacity early with a UAE bank, understand the terms available to non-residents and include acquisition costs in your overall budget.
What it means for investors
For an investor, Wadeem Gardens brings together three strengths rarely found in one place: a government developer, an island whose previous launch sold out in days, and a low outlay during construction. Capital that isn't committed stays available for other investments until handover. In Abu Dhabi, rental income and capital gains on property are not taxed for individuals. Acquisition and ownership costs are covered in our guide Property tax in Abu Dhabi: what an investor actually pays.
We flag two points of caution. First, Hudayriyat launches sell very fast: your file should be ready and your villa type chosen before sales open. Second, financing for the 75% due on handover should be checked from the moment you book. The success of Golf Estates shows the island's appeal, but it guarantees neither a rental level nor future capital growth.
Lucretia supports you at every step: choosing the villa, modelling the financing, securing the booking and, if you plan to relocate, handling residency formalities. Discover our approach to investing in Abu Dhabi.
Source: Original post on Instagram (@lucretia_immobilier) — 20 October 2026
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Jean-Pierre MARTINI
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With over 15 years of experience in corporate strategy, marketing and project management, Jean-Pierre has helped dozens of companies with their business development across several industries. An entrepreneur by training, he founded and led several companies, ranging from specialized retail to innovative digital solutions. Since 2021, he has turned his focus to real estate and the Dubai market, advising investors on their wealth strategies. Currently at Lucretia, his role includes managing technological innovation, optimizing business processes, and developing team skills. He also ensures client follow-up and provides personalized strategic advice to investors.
