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Abu Dhabi

City of Lights

Three-tower mixed-use development in City of Lights on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi

City of Lights is a high-rise waterfront district on Al Reem Island, pairing canal-side apartments with quick access to Abu Dhabi's business, retail and cultural centres.

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Life in City of Lights

Canal-side city living on Al Reem Island

City of Lights gives residents a canal-side home within Al Reem Island's urban core, with parks, malls, schools and the commercial centres of Al Maryah Island and downtown Abu Dhabi close by.

  1. The setting

    City of Lights is a mixed-use waterfront district on Al Reem Island, positioned along the island's eastern canals and connected to central Abu Dhabi by bridge. Its skyline is led by residential and commercial towers, giving residents an urban setting with water views and a short commute to the capital's main employment districts.

  2. Everyday living

    Everyday life is supported by Reem Mall, Reem Central Park, Shams Boutik, schools, supermarkets and healthcare across the wider island. Al Maryah Island and The Galleria are a short drive away, while Saadiyat Island and the Corniche broaden the area's leisure and cultural offer.

  3. Buyer perspective

    Homes range from efficient studios to larger family apartments and duplexes. Many towers include pools, gyms, resident lounges and podium retail, while the newest schemes are strengthening the district's office and dining provision alongside its established residential market.

  4. What to know

    Tower selection matters. Buyers should compare canal orientation, future construction, parking, lift capacity, service charges and walking access to retail before choosing between buildings in this dense high-rise community.

Getting around

Connectivity from City of Lights

A quick view of typical journey times and distances to the places buyers and residents use most.

  • Approx. 5 min

    Reem Mall

  • Approx. 5–10 min

    Al Maryah Island

  • Approx. 15 min

    Louvre Abu Dhabi

  • Approx. 25–30 min

    Zayed International Airport

Buyer snapshot

Market overview

The details that shape lifestyle fit, supply and long-term value in City of Lights.

  • At a Glance

    • A mixed-use high-rise district on the waterfront of Al Reem Island.
    • Close to Reem Mall, Reem Central Park, Al Maryah Island and central Abu Dhabi.
    • Apartment supply ranges from studios to family homes and duplex residences.
    • Canal views and city connectivity support demand from professionals and families.

  • Investment Highlights

    • A central Al Reem Island address with access to major Abu Dhabi business and retail districts.
    • A broad range of unit sizes supports both entry-level investors and family buyers.
    • Waterfront outlooks and mixed-use convenience help stronger towers stand out in the wider island market.
    • New office, retail and residential delivery is deepening the district's day-to-night activity.

  • Current Off-Plan Project

    • Radiant Bridges brings two Grade-A office towers and one residential tower together around a shared podium with landscaped terraces, retail and dining.
    • Tower C contains 226 studios, one to three-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom duplexes with canal or city views.
    • The project starts from AED 750,000 and is scheduled for handover in June 2029.

  • Supply and Capacity

    • Residential supply is primarily high-rise, with studios, one to three-bedroom apartments and selected duplexes.
    • Completed towers sit alongside active mixed-use construction and remaining development plots.
    • Newer buildings are adding contemporary podium amenities, landscaped terraces, EV charging and integrated retail.
    • The district can absorb different buyer profiles, but building quality and management vary across the tower stock.