Sobha Realty Launches Dh40 Billion Waterfront Community in Abu Dhabi
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Sobha Realty enters Abu Dhabi with a Dh40 billion nature-inspired waterfront project, offering premium residences, green spaces, and lifestyle-focused amenities.
Key Highlights
- Sobha Realty has officially entered Abu Dhabi’s real estate market with the launch of a Dh40 billion master-planned waterfront community in Al Bahia.
- The large-scale development, named Sobha City, will feature around 4,000 apartments and 2,500 villas, catering to a wide range of buyers and investors.
- Prices start from approximately Dh1.3 million for one-bedroom apartments, while villas begin at around Dh4.69 million, offering premium lifestyle options.
- The project also includes 80 ultra-exclusive mansions, which are set to be introduced in a later phase.
- Spread across 38 million square feet, the development is designed with a strong focus on nature, sustainability, and community living.
- Nearly 60% of the total area is dedicated to open and green spaces, featuring over 50,000 trees and landscaped walkways.
- Residents will benefit from an 18km wellness loop, a 2km waterfront promenade, an integrated marina, and a golf course.
- The development is strategically located near Zayed International Airport, with seamless connectivity to major highways including E10 and E12.
- The first phase of the project is scheduled for completion by the fourth quarter of 2029.
- Abu Dhabi’s growing population and increasing housing demand have created strong opportunities for large-scale residential developments.
- Industry insights indicate that international investors account for around 60% of property buyers in Abu Dhabi, with the remaining share from UAE residents.
- Buyers from regions such as the US, Canada, and Europe continue to show strong interest in the emirate’s property market.
- The project aligns with Abu Dhabi’s vision of combining cultural identity with modern urban development and lifestyle innovation.
- Recent market data highlights strong residential performance in 2025, driven by rising transaction volumes and increasing demand across segments.
- Sobha City is set to enhance Abu Dhabi’s real estate landscape by offering a balanced mix of luxury, sustainability, and long-term investment value.
