Sobha Sanctuary: Dubai’s Next Dh50 Billion Master-Planned Community
Dubai’s real estate market is preparing to welcome one of its largest and most ambitious residential developments as announces the launch of Sobha Sanctuary — a Dh50 billion, 37.5-million-square-foot master-planned community that reinforces the emirate’s continued appetite for large-scale, lifestyle-led developments.
The launch coincides with the Sobha Group’s 50th anniversary and arrives at a time when Dubai’s property market continues to experience strong demand across both villa and off-plan segments, driven by population growth and sustained international investor interest.
A Defining Moment in Sobha Realty’s Growth Journey
Positioned as Sobha Realty’s most ambitious project to date, Sobha Sanctuary reflects a long-term vision focused on wellness-driven living, integrated planning, and quality-led execution.
The development is planned to accommodate approximately 20,000 families through around 20,000 residential units, comprising:
• 18,000 apartments
• 2,000 villas
This scale places Sobha Sanctuary among the most significant additions to Dubai’s future residential pipeline.
First Phase Focus: Family-Oriented Villa Living
The first phase of Sobha Sanctuary is scheduled to release approximately 250 villas, targeting one of Dubai’s most supply-constrained segments: family-oriented villas within green, fully integrated communities.
With limited new villa supply across the city and rising demand from long-term residents and relocating families, this initial phase is expected to attract strong interest from both end-users and investors seeking capital preservation and long-term value.
Community-Led Design and Lifestyle Infrastructure
Sobha Sanctuary is planned around a comprehensive lifestyle ecosystem designed to support daily living rather than standalone residential clusters.
Key master-planned elements include:
• A large central destination park
• A community retail mall
• A dedicated wellness centre
• Green corridors and open spaces integrated across residential zones
Developers are increasingly using lifestyle infrastructure and wellness-focused planning to differentiate projects in Dubai’s competitive off-plan landscape, and Sobha Sanctuary aligns closely with this trend.
Location, Connectivity, and Long-Term Planning
Developed across a major land bank with connectivity to key districts, Sobha Sanctuary is designed as a self-sustaining residential destination rather than a peripheral housing project.
Its master-planned layout prioritises accessibility, internal mobility, and long-term community maturity — factors that are becoming increasingly important for buyers from established international markets.
Pricing, Delivery Timeline, and Investment Horizon
Deliveries at Sobha Sanctuary are scheduled to begin from Q3 2029, positioning the project as a long-term play aligned with Dubai’s continued urban expansion.
Starting prices: From AED 3.99 million
Development value: AED 50 billion
The phased delivery structure allows the community to evolve gradually, supporting absorption while maintaining quality control.
Quality Assurance Through Backward Integration
Sobha Realty’s backward-integrated business model — encompassing design, engineering, and construction — remains a core differentiator in a market characterised by rapid off-plan launches.
Managing Director Francis Alfred described Sobha Sanctuary as a “landmark moment” for the group, emphasising that quality assurance and long-term livability remain central to the project’s positioning.
For overseas investors, this integrated delivery model offers additional confidence in build quality, timelines, and overall execution.
Strong Sales Momentum Supports the Launch
The announcement follows Sobha Realty’s disclosure of Dh30 billion in sales for FY 2025, representing a 30% year-on-year increase.
According to Francis Alfred, the group expects continued strong performance as new developments are introduced, supported by demand from mature global markets seeking high-quality residential environments.
Why Sobha Sanctuary Matters for Dubai’s Next Growth Phase
As Dubai’s population continues to rise and property absorption remains at record levels, large-scale master developments are expected to define the city’s next residential expansion cycle.
Sobha Sanctuary is positioned to play a central role in this evolution by:
• Addressing villa supply constraints
• Supporting family-oriented, long-term residency
• Delivering amenity-rich, wellness-driven living
• Attracting international capital from mature markets
Final Perspective
Sobha Sanctuary represents more than a new residential launch — it reflects the direction of Dubai’s real estate market toward integrated, lifestyle-focused master communities.
With its scale, phased delivery, and emphasis on quality and wellness, the project is set to become one of Dubai’s defining community hubs over the coming decade, shaping how premium residential living evolves in the emirate.
