Khalifa City & Masdar's tenant base is anchored by sustainability, r&d, education (khalifa university), ai (g42).

  • Tier: prime.
  • Tenant character: Innovation and university campus.
  • Average rent: AED 1,100/sqm/yr · ≈ $27.8 PSF/yr USD.

Khalifa City & Masdar, Abu Dhabi tenant profile

Khalifa City & Masdar's tenant base is anchored by sustainability, r&d, education (khalifa university), ai (g42).

TL;DR

  • Tier: prime.
  • Tenant character: Innovation and university campus.
  • Average rent: AED 1,100/sqm/yr · ≈ $27.8 PSF/yr USD.

Who clusters here

Sustainability, R&D, education (Khalifa University), AI (G42).

What that means for newcomers

Newcomers to Khalifa City & Masdar should expect peer-tenant scrutiny: covenant strength, brand fit, and signage standards are watched closely. Lease-up product underwrites by anchor tenant; secondary tenants typically benefit from anchor halo.

Key facts

cityAbu Dhabi
submarketKhalifa City & Masdar
tierprime
averageRentLocalAED 1,100/sqm/yr · ≈ $27.8 PSF/yr USD
cityClassARentUsd$48/sqft/yr
cityVacancyPct9.2%

Frequently asked questions

What kind of tenants lease in Khalifa City & Masdar?
Sustainability, R&D, education (Khalifa University), AI (G42).

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Reviewed by Samuel Okafor — EMEA contributing editor. Last updated 2026-04-15. See our methodology and editorial standards.

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