If you’re looking into Joud Residence on Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi, here’s the simple answer: the developer is targeting June 2029 for handover, sometimes listed as Q2 2029. Keep in mind this is an off-plan project, so the building is still under construction and dates like this can shift as work progresses.
A Quick Look at the Project
Joud Residence is being built by One Development, a company based in Abu Dhabi. It’s a tall tower 48 floors above ground — with close to 289 apartments in total. You can choose from 1, 2, 3, or 4-bedroom layouts, with sizes ranging from around 850 square feet up to over 3,400 square feet for the biggest units. Prices start at roughly AED 1.46 million and go up to about AED 5 million for the largest homes.
It’s located on Al Reem Island, which is already a popular residential area with good infrastructure and steady rental demand. From there, you’re only about 10 minutes from central Abu Dhabi, and the airport is around 35-40 minutes away.
How the Payments Work
The project uses a 50/50 payment plan. That means you pay 10% upfront as a down payment, then spread the rest across two chunks: part of it during construction, and the final part when you get the keys at handover in 2029. This kind of plan is popular because you’re not locking up all your money at once you pay gradually as the building goes up.
What Makes It Different
The big selling point here is the tech. The developer says AI features, smart climate control, and automated access systems are built into the building itself, not added on later. There are also plans for drone delivery access and connections for urban air transport. Beyond the tech, residents will have the usual high-end amenities too a pool, gym, wellness spa, jogging track, and an outdoor cinema.
One Thing to Watch Out For
If you search online, you might also come across a completely different “Joud Residence” an apartment building in Washington, DC. That one has nothing to do with this project in Abu Dhabi, so don’t mix them up.
Bottom Line
Right now, June 2029 is the handover date being quoted by the developer. But since this is still an off-plan project under construction, it’s smart to double-check the latest timeline directly with One Development or a licensed agent before making any decisions.
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