Abu Dhabi-based developer Ohana Development has officially launched Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana, a Dh15 billion gated waterfront community on Yas Canal. The development is the first-ever branded residential project globally for Manchester City F.C., extending the club's reach well beyond football into lifestyle real estate.
Launch Event and Key Figures
The launch took place at Etihad Park, attended by Husein Salem, CEO of Ohana Development, Mustafa El Sammak, COO, and Ferran Soriano, CEO of City Football Group.
New Digital Framework for Off-Plan Sales
At the event, the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) announced the digitisation of Expressions of Interest (EOI) and booking processes through its Madhmoun platform. The new system introduces enhanced regulatory oversight, mandatory escrow management, and strengthened investor protection for off-plan property transactions in Abu Dhabi.
Scale and Location
Spanning 1.67 million square metres, the waterfront development will feature more than 2,000 residential units. The master plan includes six villa clusters offering four- and five-bedroom villas and twin villas, alongside maisonettes, waterfront penthouses, and apartments. Standalone villas are priced from Dh7 million on average.
The community sits on Yas Canal, near major attractions including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, reinforcing Yas Island's status as a leading mixed-use leisure and residential destination. Completion is scheduled for 2029.
Sport-Led Design Concept
The project is designed around sport, performance, and active living. A central feature is an integrated Manchester City Academy, backed by professional-grade training and recovery facilities inspired by the club's player development model. Social and community spaces will reflect Manchester City's identity and global brand ethos.
Ohana Development stated the project aligns with Abu Dhabi's long-term growth vision, while Manchester City highlighted it as a strategic move into lifestyle-led destinations — reinforcing its regional footprint and expanding its global brand beyond the pitch.
