Marlin Phase 2 on Al Reem Island: Apartments from AED 1.73M
Marlin Phase 2 is a residential apartment project by Reportage Real Estate, located in Shams Abu Dhabi on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. Construction started in February 2025. Handover is scheduled for December 2028.
Al Reem Island and Shams Abu Dhabi
Al Reem Island lies just off Abu Dhabi's main island, connected by road bridges. The central business district is approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car. Shams Abu Dhabi is a sub-community within Al Reem Island, built along the waterfront with residential towers and ground-level retail.
Al Reem Island functions as a self-contained residential zone, drawing buyers who want an island address with fast access to central Abu Dhabi. Shams Abu Dhabi is the waterfront-facing part of Al Reem Island, giving residents a neighbourhood character alongside proximity to the city. For families and professionals, the location offers a practical combination of island setting and urban access.
Three Configurations Across a AED 1.3M Range
Prices run from AED 1,700,000 to AED 3,025,000. The spread maps to bedroom count:
| Configuration | Starting Price | Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | AED 1,730,000 | 868 to 1,216 sq ft |
| 3-bedroom | AED 2,050,000 | 1,211 to 1,422 sq ft |
| 4-bedroom | AED 3,025,000 | 1,708 to 1,849 sq ft |
The 2-bedroom units at AED 1.73M are the entry point. They attract investors looking for a rental apartment in an established island sub-community and buyers making their first Abu Dhabi property purchase. The 3-bedrooms at AED 2.05M serve couples or small families who need the extra room without reaching the top of the price range. The 4-bedrooms at AED 3.025M are sized for families using the apartment as a long-term primary home, with floor plans ranging from 1,708 to 1,849 sq ft.
Amenities for a Family-Oriented Building
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Fitness | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool |
| Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| On-site | Restaurants |
| Safety | CCTV Security |
Six amenities is a targeted list. The children's play area and landscaped gardens sit alongside the family-sized 4-bedroom units in the mix, pointing to families with children as the primary target. The indoor pool and gymnasium cover fitness year-round, which matters in Abu Dhabi's climate. Restaurants on-site mean residents can handle daily meals without leaving the building. The set is functional, suited to residents who want reliable daily facilities.
Off-Plan with a December 2028 Handover
Construction began in February 2025. Handover is targeted for December 2028, giving buyers entering today approximately two and a half years before completion.
A buyer entering now acquires an off-plan unit with roughly 18 months of construction already under way. For investors, the December 2028 date anchors the financing timeline and rental planning horizon. For end-users, the property becomes available from late 2028.
30% Down, 70% at Completion
| Stage | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 30% |
| Handover | 70% |
The payment structure is 30% at signing and 70% at handover. No staged construction payments fall between those two points.
On a 3-bedroom at the entry price of AED 2,050,000, the down payment is AED 615,000 and the balance at handover is AED 1,435,000 due in December 2028. The 70% payment at handover is the defining financial event in this deal, due in full at the completion date. Buyers using bank finance need their mortgage committed before that date. Cash buyers face a single large outflow at handover.
