SOBHA CITY AT AL BAHIYA, ABU DHABI
Experience a massive 38 million square foot nature-led waterfront master community developed by Sobha Realty. Representing the developer’s landmark first-ever master-planned project in Abu Dhabi, this mega-development expands their footprint beyond Dubai to deliver an unparalleled “city within a city” concept. Seamlessly bridging the two emirates, it focuses heavily on premium green infrastructure, sustainability, and an active coastal lifestyle.
Strategic Location & Key Connectivity
Physically located in the high-potential Al Bahiya area of Abu Dhabi, Sobha City sits strategically right at the intersection of the E10 (Abu DhabiāDubai highway) and the E12 corridor, making it an ideal hub for cross-emirate commuters:
Yas Island Entertainment Hubs: 12ā15 Minutes (Ferrari World, Yas Mall, SeaWorld, Etihad Arena)
Zayed International Airport: 14ā15 Minutes
Dubai Mainland: Roughly 35 Minutes via the direct E10 highway network
Property Clusters & Starting Prices
The development offers a diverse spectrum of freehold residential properties distributed across distinct themed luxury clusters:
River Residences & River Cove: Premium 1 & 2-bedroom waterfront apartments starting from AED 1.31 Million
The Terraces: Active-living garden villas and townhouses starting from AED 4.96 Million
The Orchard: Ultra-luxury, private 4 to 6-bedroom standalone estate villas starting from AED 9.05 Million
Master Plan & Nature-First Lifestyle Features
Designed with wellness and green living at its core, over 60% of the entire mega-project consists of open spaces and dedicated resort amenities:
Lush Greenery: Over 50,000 carefully planted trees across pristine parklands
Waterfront Lifestyle: A 2-kilometer-long waterfront promenade, artificial crystal lagoons, pristine beaches, and a dedicated 130-berth marina for private yachts
Recreation & Sports: A 20-kilometer wellness loop for jogging and cycling, multiple exclusive clubhouse zones, and a par-3 executive golf course designed alongside Craig Norman
Daily Conveniences: Built-in community infrastructure featuring three international schools, elegant mosques, and over 300,000 square feet of dedicated retail and dining spaces
Investment Outlook & Flexible Payment Plan
Sobha City represents an elite investment opportunity with unmatched structural perks for international and local buyers:
Short-Term Rental Permitted: This project stands out as one of the rare master communities in Abu Dhabi explicitly permitting short-term holiday home rentals, maximizing immediate ROI and rental yields for investors
Flexible 60/40 Payment Plan: 60% is paid in easy installments during the construction phase, and the remaining 40% is due upon final handover
Projected Handover: Structural completion and official keys handover are scheduled for December 2029
