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Sobha Realty · Al Bahiya, Abu Dhabi
Sobha City
Sobha's first master development in Abu Dhabi: a self sustaining waterfront township beside Yas Island, with apartments, townhouses and villas.
My take on Sobha City
Sobha City is a 37.5 million square foot township planned around walkability, with marina living, beach inspired areas and forest led neighbourhoods. Around 60% of the site is open and green space, with a 20 kilometre wellness and cycling loop. The first phase includes River Cove Residences apartments, The Terraces townhouses and The Orchard villas.
This is Sobha taking its build quality to a second emirate, beside Yas Island and its theme parks. Abu Dhabi has its own regulator and a smaller pool of freehold stock than Dubai, which is part of the appeal. It is the first phase of a very large plan, so buy with a long view.
Who it suits
- Investors who want to spread across two emirates
- Buyers who rate the Yas Island location
- A long hold in the first phase of a new township
What to weigh up
- Schools, retail and the golf course are planned across later phases
- This is Abu Dhabi, so the rules and the regulator differ from Dubai
- Sources describe the payment schedule differently, so I confirm it before you reserve
Key details
- One bedroom apartments of 566 to 609 sq ft
- Two bedroom apartments of 1,013 to 1,212 sq ft
- 20% on booking, 40% during construction, 40% on handover
- Handover expected in Q4 2029
Gallery
Developer illustrations.
Prices and home types
| Home | Size | Launch price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed apartment | 566 to 609 sq ft | AED 1.31M |
| 2 bed apartment | 1,013 to 1,212 sq ft | AED 2.4M |
| 3 bed townhouse | 2,578 to 3,453 sq ft | AED 4.01M |
| 4 bed villa | 4,309 to 4,516 sq ft | AED 9.05M |
Launch prices, subject to availability.
The 60/40 payment plan
Paid at reservation.
Paid in instalments through the build.
Due at completion, expected in Q4 2029.
A 4% Dubai Land Department fee is paid alongside the deposit. How payment plans work.
Location and drive times
Amenities
- Waterfront promenade
- Private marina
- Par 3 golf course
- Wellness and cycling loop
- Clubhouses
- Retail
- Schools and healthcare planned
About Sobha Realty
Sobha Realty designs, builds and fits out its own developments rather than contracting the work out. It is S&P rated, and Sobha Hartland in Mohammed Bin Rashid City is its best known community.
Sobha City questions
What is the starting price at Sobha City?
Sobha City launched from about £269,000 (AED 1.31 million). This is a launch price and all homes are subject to availability.
When will Sobha City be completed?
Completion is currently expected in Q4 2029.
What is the payment plan at Sobha City?
The plan is 60/40: 20% on booking, 40% during construction, 40% on handover.
Where is Sobha City?
It is in Al Bahiya, Abu Dhabi, next to Yas Island and around 14 minutes from Zayed International Airport.
Can overseas investors buy at Sobha City?
Yes. It is in a freehold area, so foreign nationals can own in their own name, with no residency and no local partner. The whole purchase can be completed remotely.
