- SmartCrowd says it has listed Abu Dhabi’s first crowdfunded property: a AED 1.2m studio on Yas Island.
- Minimum investment starts at AED 500 on a DFSA-licensed, DIFC-registered platform.
- The company cites over AED 290m invested in Dubai properties to date.
- SmartCrowd Flip targets short-term appreciation projects alongside rental income plays.
- Management frames Abu Dhabi as a long-term growth story and a next step for diversification across emirates.
SmartCrowd has moved beyond Dubai and into the UAE capital with what it calls Abu Dhabi’s first crowdfunded property: a premium studio on Yas Island priced at AED 1.2 million. The platform keeps its usual model — regulated access, low minimums, and curated listings — while pointing to Abu Dhabi’s steady development as a reason to expand now.
What’s new in Abu Dhabi
SmartCrowd says the Yas Island studio is the first crowdfunded property to go live in the capital. It’s positioned as a premium unit with canal and pool views, and a AED 1.2m valuation.
- First crowdfunded property in Abu Dhabi
- Studio on Yas Island, AED 1.2m
- Canal and pool views
- Launch dated 11 November 2025
The move marks the company’s entry into Abu Dhabi and sets the stage for cross-emirate diversification within one platform. The release sets a firm launch date and spells out the property’s location and features.
Why Abu Dhabi, and why now
Management frames Abu Dhabi as entering a “powerful new phase,” citing large projects, cultural anchors and a clear government vision. The area list includes Yas Bay, Saadiyat and Al Reem, plus Louvre Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World, with Guggenheim Abu Dhabi on the horizon.
- Urban planning and mega-projects
- Cultural destinations are already open
- New museums and attractions in the pipeline
Yas Island also continues to attract footfall with year-round events. If you want a feel for the neighbourhood vibe, check out recent coverage: the Stranger Things Experience on Yas Island, Taste of Abu Dhabi, the A2RL STEM finals at ATRC HQ on Yas, and new food options like Chipotle at Yas Mall.
How the SmartCrowd model applies here
The platform keeps its usual guardrails: regulated structure, curated selection and low entry points. It’s licensed by the DFSA and registered with the DIFC. Each listing goes through a selection process focused on value, location and income potential.
- Minimum ticket from AED 500
- DFSA-licensed, DIFC-registered
- Property screening for value, location, yield
The promise is familiar to anyone who has used the service in Dubai: fractional access without the operational hassle of landlords. For readers building their money stack in the UAE, our fintech pieces on saving and private-market access offer useful context.
Track record and new products
SmartCrowd says it has facilitated more than AED 290m in property investments in Dubai. Alongside long-term rental strategies, the SmartCrowd Flip product enables investors to participate in short-term appreciation projects.
- AED 290m+ invested in Dubai deals
- Community spans GCC and international markets
- SmartCrowd Flip for short-term projects
Bringing the first Abu Dhabi property onto the platform is pitched as a milestone that lets users spread exposure across multiple emirates from one dashboard. The company adds that more emirate launches are planned, but gives no timeline.
What UAE investors should note
This is a press-release launch, not a full prospectus. The facts provided include the property’s location and price, the platform’s regulatory status, the minimum ticket price, and the product line-up.
- Location: Yas Island, studio, AED 1.2m
- Regulated by DFSA, registered with DIFC
- Min investment: AED 500
- Portfolio tools: rental and Flip
If you’re building a watchlist for Abu Dhabi growth stories around Yas, keep an eye on mobility and infrastructure trials happening nearby too. We’ve tracked policy pilots, including autonomous air taxi testbeds that name Yas Island among real sites.
FAQs
What exactly launched?
A crowdfunded studio apartment on Yas Island, priced at AED 1.2 million, which SmartCrowd calls the first of its kind in Abu Dhabi.
What’s the minimum I can invest?
AED 500, according to the platform’s standard entry point.
Is SmartCrowd regulated?
Yes. The company says it is licensed by the DFSA and registered with the DIFC.
Does SmartCrowd only do long-term rentals?
No. It also offers SmartCrowd Flip for short-term appreciation projects.
How big is SmartCrowd’s track record?
The release cites more than AED 290 million invested in Dubai property deals to date.
Sources and context
Press release dated 11 November 2025; quotes from SmartCrowd executives Ammar Malhi and Riz Ahmed are included in the release.
