Bashayer by Modon: Hudayriyat Island’s First Ultra-Premium Waterfront Community

Introduction

Hudayriyat Island reached a defining milestone in December 2025 when Modon Holding unveiled Bashayer — the island’s first waterfront residential community. The launch marked a significant evolution in the island’s development story, shifting from hillside villas and apartment clusters to a front-row position on the Arabian Gulf waterfront. The market responded decisively: all 487 homes sold out within a single day, generating AED 3 billion in sales. For a community that had already seen remarkable demand from Nawayef Village and Wadeem, Bashayer set an entirely new standard and confirmed Hudayriyat Island as one of Abu Dhabi’s most sought-after addresses.

What Is Bashayer?

Bashayer is a master-planned waterfront community by Modon Properties, positioned on the north side of Hudayriyat Island overlooking Al Bateen and the Abu Dhabi skyline. The development is divided into two distinct residential offerings — a gated villa neighbourhood and a premium apartment collection — united by a sweeping 3.5-kilometre waterfront promenade with walkable piers extending directly into the water.

Drawing inspiration from European coastal village design, Bashayer combines warm architectural textures, lush landscaping, and an open, pedestrian-friendly layout that places nature and the waterfront at the center of daily life. The result is a community that feels less like a conventional residential development and more like a curated coastal retreat minutes from the city.

Unit Types and Sizes

Bashayer caters to two distinct buyer profiles through its villa and residences offerings:

Bashayer Villas — Gated Villa Community

• 4-bedroom Select Villas — from AED 7.2 million, approximately 3,929 sqft, pre-fitted for optional private pool
• 5-bedroom Shore Villas — larger waterfront configurations at approximately 6,351 sqft, with private pool and driver’s room included
• Total of 157 villas within a gated neighbourhood anchored by a clubhouse with a rooftop infinity pool

Bashayer Residences — Apartment Collection

• 1 to 3-bedroom apartments — from AED 2.35 million, starting at 872 sqft
• 4-bedroom penthouses — up to 5,037 sqft with panoramic skyline views
• 330 premium residences across two low-rise terraced buildings

All homes are designed with floor-to-ceiling windows, open-plan interiors, smart-home technology, and premium finishes throughout. Larger villa units feature dedicated staff quarters, back kitchens, and private gardens — delivering a genuinely resort-calibre living experience.

Location and Connectivity

Bashayer occupies a prime waterfront position on the north side of Hudayriyat Island, connected to mainland Abu Dhabi via the Hudayriyat Bridge. The community sits adjacent to the broader Nawayef masterplan, giving residents access to the island’s full lifestyle ecosystem. Key distances include:

• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque — approximately 15 minutes
• Zayed International Airport — approximately 25 minutes
• Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) — approximately 25 minutes
• Saadiyat Island — approximately 35 minutes

The island’s existing leisure infrastructure — Surf Abu Dhabi, Velodrome Abu Dhabi, Circuit X, Marsana Beach, and an extensive cycling and running network — is fully accessible to Bashayer residents. For a comprehensive look at all available properties on the island, NAS Luxury Real Estate’s Hudayriyat Island listings provide a useful starting point for buyers and investors.

Community Amenities

Bashayer is designed as a complete lifestyle destination. Amenities across both the villa and residences components include:

• Clubhouse with rooftop infinity pool
• Adult and children’s pools
• Fully equipped gym and wellness facilities
• Multi-sport and padel courts
• Children’s playground and dog park
• Cycling and jogging tracks
• Landscaped parks and shaded green spaces
• BBQ decks and social areas
• Retail, cafés, and dining along the waterfront promenade
• 24/7 gated security and professional community management

The 3.5-kilometre promenade serves as the community’s social spine, connecting the villas and residences to the waterfront and creating a vibrant, walkable environment that encourages outdoor living year-round.

Investment Details

• Villas starting price: AED 7.2 million
• Residences starting price: AED 2.35 million
• Payment plan: 50/50 with 10% on booking
• Handover: Q4 2029
• Ownership: Freehold, open to all nationalities
• Golden Visa eligibility: Applicable for qualifying purchases

The AED 2.35 million entry point for residences makes Bashayer accessible to a broad range of buyers, while the villa tier targets discerning buyers seeking full waterfront exclusivity. The project’s sell-out in a single day — across 487 units generating AED 3 billion — reflects a level of demand that positions resale units as a compelling secondary market opportunity leading into the Q4 2029 handover.

Conclusion

Bashayer by Modon represents the clearest statement yet of Hudayriyat Island’s ambitions. As the island’s first waterfront community, it brings together ultra-premium villas, thoughtfully designed apartments, a world-class promenade, and Modon’s signature approach to community planning — all in a location that delivers both coastal serenity and urban convenience. Whether sought as a primary residence or a long-term investment in one of Abu Dhabi’s fastest-growing destinations, Bashayer offers a quality of proposition that is difficult to replicate elsewhere in the market.