Jumeirah Residences Al Maryah Island — 1-Bedroom Residences
The optimal Golden Visa entry point — highest yield configuration with the strongest re-let velocity in Abu Dhabi.
The 1-bedroom residence at Jumeirah Residences Al Maryah Island is the most strategically positioned entry unit in Abu Dhabi's luxury branded residence market. At AED 3,000,000–3,500,000, it clears the Golden Visa threshold by AED 1,000,000+, delivers the highest net yield-to-price ratio in the project (8–8.5%), and maintains the fastest re-let velocity of any unit type — driven by demand from single ADGM professionals and junior executives on corporate housing packages.
1-Bedroom Configuration and Layout
1-bedroom units at Jumeirah Residences Al Maryah Island range from 900 to 1,200 sq ft of internal area, plus balcony. The layout separates the master suite from the living area via a reception hallway, creating a hotel-standard sense of arrival. Each unit includes: a fully fitted kitchen with Jumeirah-specified appliances, an open-plan living and dining area, a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom (walk-in shower, premium fixtures), a separate laundry room, dedicated storage, and a balcony facing either the Gulf or the Abu Dhabi skyline.
Investment Case for 1-Bedroom Units
The 1-bedroom configuration delivers the highest net yield in the project because the price-per-unit is lower while market rents for quality 1-bed units on Al Maryah Island are disproportionately high — driven by the large pool of single ADGM professionals who cannot justify paying AED 4,500,000+ for a 2-bed but will pay AED 270,000–350,000 per year for a premium 1-bed within walking distance of their office. The result is a net yield of 8–8.5% — significantly above the Abu Dhabi branded residence average.
Tenant Profile and Demand
Primary tenant demand for 1-bedroom units at Jumeirah Residences comes from: ADGM-based lawyers and financial professionals (ages 28–45) on AED 400,000–800,000+ salary packages, who receive housing allowances of AED 250,000–350,000 per annum; junior partners at international law firms and investment banks; and single expat executives relocated to Abu Dhabi by their ADGM employers. Corporate leases are the norm — tenants pay 1–4 cheques annually, sign 12–24 month agreements, and have minimal vacancy between tenancies.
Golden Visa Eligibility
At AED 3,000,000+, every 1-bedroom unit at Jumeirah Residences exceeds the UAE Golden Visa threshold of AED 2,000,000 by at least AED 1,000,000. This means buyers can apply for the 10-year UAE residency from Oqood registration — covering themselves, their spouse, and all dependent children — without any employer requirement. For international investors seeking Abu Dhabi residency alongside an investment return, the 1-bedroom unit is the most capital-efficient Golden Visa vehicle available.
How to Secure a 1-Bedroom Unit
1-bedroom units are the fastest-selling configuration at Jumeirah Residences — they represent the entry point for the largest pool of investors and are therefore subject to the greatest competition on launch and secondary market. To secure the unit of your choice (floor, view, orientation), early reservation is essential. AD Residences maintains an allocation register and can advise on unit availability, preferred floor levels, and current pricing in real time. A refundable deposit of AED 50,000–100,000 holds your chosen unit while documentation is prepared.
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