Dubai’s Largest DIFC Apartment Sold for $34M at Akala by Arada

Tuesday, 8 July 2025

Arada has achieved a landmark sale with “The Observatory” penthouse at Akala, DIFC, for AED125 million ($34 million) — Dubai’s biggest apartment transaction of 2025 so far. The wellness-focused development sets a new standard in luxury living and global investor appeal.

Key Highlights:

Record-Breaking Sale

“The Observatory” sold for AED125 million ($34 million)
Largest apartment ever sold in DIFC and in Dubai this year (2025)
Located atop one of Akala’s twin 220m towers near DIFC

Ultra-Luxury Features

Size: Over 23,000 sq ft spanning two floors
Views: Panoramic vistas of Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and Zabeel
Interiors: 6 bedrooms, grand room, art gallery, rooftop terrace, pool & jacuzzi

About Akala by Arada

AED5 billion wellness-focused development
Located between Index Tower and Central Park Towers
Includes 534 branded residences and a 5-star hotel
Wellness features: air & water purification, circadian lighting, smart climate zoning
Amenities: 13,000 sq m spa, clinical wellness centre, performance gym, Akala Spa
Hospitality: AI-driven concierge, in-home wellness services, meal plans

Strategic Positioning

Akala is LEED Gold and WELL Silver precertified
Targets global wellness lifestyle investors
First in a pipeline of international wellness residences (expansion to Europe, ME, Australia)
Construction starts in 2026, with completion by end of 2029

Developer Statement

Ahmed Alkhoshaibi (CEO, Arada): “This sale proves the growing demand for real estate centered on long-term wellbeing. Akala sets a new benchmark for intelligent, health-oriented urban living.”