Manchester City Yas Residences is a landmark waterfront development on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, redefining luxury living by merging elite sports heritage with contemporary residential design. Developed by Ohana Development, this unique branded community is the world’s first sports-centric residential destination, designed for global buyers, end-users, and investors. The project offers an exclusive lifestyle where architectural elegance, wellness, and football legacy coexist. Strategically located within Abu Dhabi’s premier entertainment district, the development provides long-term value, strong rental potential, and an ownership experience tied to one of the world’s most iconic sports brands.

Key Project Highlights

• Prime waterfront location on Yas Island overlooking a major canal
• Developed by Ohana Development with 35+ years of expertise
• Mix of branded waterfront villas, townhouses, apartments, and maisonettes
• Bedrooms: 1 to 5 bedrooms
• Integrated crystal lagoon delivering a beach-in-the-city lifestyle
• Elite Manchester-themed sports, wellness, and social amenities
• High rental demand driven by Yas Island tourism and branding
• Strong appeal to international buyers, investors, and football enthusiasts

Property Details

Spanning approximately 170 hectares, Manchester City Yas Residences features a masterplan that prioritizes open spaces, waterfront living, and community engagement. The development comprises around 1,700 villas and townhouses and 654 premium apartments, providing a low-density, luxury environment. Select residences offer direct water access, panoramic canal views, and private outdoor spaces. The community caters to owner-occupiers seeking lifestyle excellence and investors targeting capital appreciation and short-term rental yields.

Residential Villas & Townhouses

• 5 Bedroom Villas: 156 units
• 4 Bedroom Villas: 384 units
• Twin Villas: 386 units
• Townhouses: 614 units
• Maisonettes: 16 units - A thoughtfully designed single maisonette featuring four exclusive 2-bedroom apartments alongside two spacious 4-bedroom townhouses. Crafted for modern family lifestyles, the residences blend generous layouts, refined interiors, and seamless indoor–outdoor living to create a serene, resort-inspired environment. This private enclave offers elevated comfort, privacy, and contemporary luxury for discerning residents.

Residential Apartments

• Number of Buildings: 6
• Building Heights: 2 x G+8 | 2 x G+9 | 2 x G+10
• Unit Types & Counts:
  
  • 1 Bedroom: 220 units
  • 2 Bedroom: 294 units
  • 3 Bedroom: 86 units

Other Community & Commercial Plots

• Retail spaces and Mall
• 4-star and 5-star hotel plots
• Community infrastructure: mosque, petrol station, utility plots, medical center

Headquarters Design and Strategy

The Manchester City Yas Residences Headquarters is a signature architectural and landscape landmark, integrating workspace, wellness, and social spaces. Rooftop terraces feature garden gathering zones, outdoor dining, and wellness gyms, while reflective lakes and landscaped pathways create serene environments. The design emphasizes natural light, climate-responsive canopies, and fluid indoor-outdoor circulation. Flexible workspaces, meeting areas, and landscaped retreats foster collaboration, relaxation, and inspiration, establishing a sustainable and iconic hub within Yas Island.

Lifestyle & Amenities: Inspired by Manchester City’s global values of excellence, discipline, and high performance, the community is crafted as a complete lifestyle ecosystem where movement, recovery, and calm coexist in natural harmony. Every space—from the crystal lagoon to the training academy—supports a life shaped by clarity, balance, and purposeful living.

Sports Facilities: Professional‑grade environments anchor the development, including the Manchester City Football Academy, rooftop pitches, tactical analysis rooms, multi‑sport indoor studios, performance training zones, and dedicated recovery suites. These spaces reflect the discipline behind achievement and the mindset of continuous progression.

Waterfront Living: Crystal lagoons, canal promenades, watersports clubs, infinity and rooftop pools, and marina lounges create a fluid relationship with water. Daily life unfolds across open‑air terraces, shaded walkways, and serene waterfront lounges, where movement, light, and atmosphere shape a calm yet active lifestyle.

Wellness: Advanced recovery and medical facilities—including hydrotherapy circuits, cryotherapy and infrared suites, oxygen therapy rooms, spa and sauna areas, and meditation studios—support long‑term wellbeing. These environments are designed to slow the pace, restore balance, and elevate everyday vitality.

Social Life: Signature restaurants, cafés, match‑day terraces, rooftop lounges, and curated resident events foster a natural sense of community. Spaces such as the City Café, City Social Club, and waterfront dining venues encourage connection, shared experiences, and a lifestyle enriched by presence and conversation.

Architecture & Interiors

The architectural language draws from contemporary Mediterranean influences while embracing the refined calm that defines Ohana’s design philosophy. Homes are shaped through deep overhangs, vertical screens, and layered façades that mediate light, shade, and intimacy. This creates a visual rhythm that feels grounded, fluid, and perfectly scaled to human presence. Interiors are composed with a sartorial approach—premium materials, soft textures, and timeless finishes come together to create harmony and effortless comfort. Double‑height living spaces, floor‑to‑ceiling glazing, and garden‑facing layouts amplify natural light and strengthen the connection to the outdoors. Subtle Manchester City design cues appear throughout shared spaces, reinforcing identity while maintaining understated luxury suited for long‑term living and premium investment.

Location & Connectivity

Positioned on Yas Island—Abu Dhabi’s most dynamic entertainment and lifestyle destination—the development offers immediate access to world‑renowned attractions. Residents are minutes from Yas Mall, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, Yas Waterworld, Yas Marina Circuit, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, and the island’s vibrant dining and leisure districts. Zayed International Airport is within easy reach, while cultural landmarks such as Louvre Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, and Etihad Towers are conveniently accessible. This strategic location places the community at the intersection of lifestyle living, tourism energy, and long‑term investment growth, supported by future mobility enhancements and expanding infrastructure.

Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana represents a rare opportunity to own a branded waterfront home in one of the region’s most forward‑looking destinations. Blending luxury real estate, elite sports culture, architectural refinement, and enduring investment fundamentals, the development offers more than a residence—it delivers a legacy lifestyle shaped by ambition, wellbeing, and the quiet confidence of belonging.

Enquire today to secure your place in this iconic Yas Island community.