The Berkeley by Soho Development brings hospitality services into a freehold apartment building in Dubai Hills Estate. Every unit is delivered with a branded fit out covering kitchens, appliances, wardrobes and woodwork. The building is under construction, with the main contractor appointed in February 2025.
Dubai Hills Estate is a master community developed jointly by Emaar Properties and Meraas, covering more than 2,700 acres of villas, apartments, parks and business parks.
Soho Development is led by CEO Sahil Khosla and specialises in hospitality-inspired living spaces. The Berkeley is built by main contractor New System Engineering, with National Engineering Bureau responsible for architecture, engineering and structural design, and Devmark appointed as master agent.
Kitchens use Snaidero cabinetry with Bosch appliances, wardrobes come from Pianca, woodwork is by Egger, and opening systems are by Blum and Salice. Outside, the facade combines white and earthy tones with planted greenery and water features surrounding the building.
| Milestone | Share | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% | On booking or SPA signing |
| 1st installment | 10% | Within 6 months of SPA signing |
| 2nd installment | 10% | At 40% construction |
| 3rd installment | 10% | At 50% construction |
| Final payment | 50% | On handover |
| DLD registration fee | 4% of price | When the SPA is registered |
| Floor Plan | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Studio A | Studio | 377 sq ft |
| 1 Bedroom A | 1 Bedroom | 855 sq ft |
| 1 Bedroom B | 1 Bedroom | 755 sq ft |
| 1 Bedroom C | 1 Bedroom | 757 sq ft |
| 2 Bedroom A | 2 Bedroom | 1,472 sq ft |
| 2 Bedroom B | 2 Bedroom | 1,389 sq ft |
| Project | Developer | From | Bedrooms | Sizes (sq ft) | Handover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkeley | Soho Development | AED 1M | Studio, 1, 2 | 377 to 1,472 | Q4 2026 |
| Mallside Residence | Royal Development Company | AED 995,000 | Studio, 1, 2, 3 | 424 to 1,799 | Q4 2026 |
| Club Place | Emaar Properties | AED 1.48M | 1, 2, 3 | 693 to 1,931 | Dec 2028 |
| Greencrest | Emaar Properties | AED 1.57M | 1, 2, 3 | 774 to 1,928 | Q2 2029 |
Listed starting prices and handover dates as of October 2026; these may change.
Dubai Hills Estate lies at the junction of Al Khail Road (E44) and Umm Suqeim Road (D63), giving residents 2 major roads at the edge of the community. There is no metro station inside the estate. The nearest station is Equiti on the Red Line, a 15 to 20 minute drive away, and RTA bus route DH1 runs an hourly circular service between Dubai Hills and Equiti station. A dedicated bicycle route also runs through the estate. For families, GEMS Wellington Academy and Blossom Nursery serve the area, and King’s College Hospital and Mediclinic Park View Hospital provide healthcare.
The 6 published plans split into 1 studio plan, 3 plans with 1 bedroom and 2 plans with 2 bedrooms. The studio is the most compact home in the building and the entry point for buyers. The 1 bedroom options measure 755, 757 and 855 sq ft, so buyers can choose a compact layout or one with about 100 sq ft of extra space. The 2 bedroom plans measure 1,389 and 1,472 sq ft, a gap of 83 sq ft between the 2 versions. Every plan, from the studio upward, comes with the same branded kitchen, wardrobe and appliance package, so the specification stays consistent across all 6 layouts.
The Berkeley gives residents a shared set of spaces planned around rest, wellness and family time. A sunlit, fully furnished lounge acts as the social space of the building, where residents can meet away from their apartments. The pool comes with a sundeck surrounded by planted greenery, giving residents a place to swim and relax. Families get a playhouse designed as a safe space for children to learn and play, while the wellness studio gives residents a dedicated room for fitness and wellbeing. A reflection garden adds a quieter corner, and the dedicated bicycle route through the estate offers another option for daily exercise.
The Berkeley is in Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid within Dubai Hills Estate, near Dubai Hills Park, Dubai Hills Mall and Dubai Hills Golf Club. Dubai Hills Park covers 180,000 sq m, while Hillsedge Park adds more open space and Hillside Park has been announced as an upcoming addition. Dubai Hills Mall brings shopping, dining, cinemas, thrill rides and an adventure park into the same neighbourhood. The golf club spreads across 1.2 million sq m and is home to an 18 hole championship course, with 83 bunkers and lakes set against the Downtown Dubai skyline.
Content Reviewed By: Vikas Taneja-RERA Certified Broker (BRN: 82127), Honey Money Real Estates L.L.C. (ORN: 28658). Advising HNI and NRI buyers on Dubai off-plan and ready property, with direct transaction experience across Downtown Dubai, Dubai Creek Harbour, MBR City, Sobha Hartland, The Valley, and Dubailand communities.
Company Authority: Honey Money Real Estates L.L.C. is a DLD-registered brokerage (ORN:28658) operating under Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). All project data on this page is cross-checked against the developer’s official documentation and DLD records. Pricing and availability are market-indicative at the time of review and subject to change.
Q4 2026 is the handover date the developer has announced for The Berkeley. The largest single payment falls due at that point, so buyers should keep funds ready before the end of the year.
10% is due within 6 months of signing the SPA at The Berkeley, a further 10% at 40% construction and another 10% at 50% construction. A 4% DLD registration fee is also payable when the sale is registered.
Yes, The Berkeley is marketed as fully furnished, with Snaidero kitchen cabinetry, Bosch appliances, Pianca wardrobes and Egger woodwork. Buyers should confirm the exact furniture package listed in their SPA before signing.
The Berkeley is developed by Soho Development under CEO Sahil Khosla. New System Engineering is the main contractor, National Engineering Bureau handles architecture and engineering, and Devmark is the master agent for sales.
15 to 20 minutes is the drive from Dubai Hills Estate to Equiti, the nearest Red Line station for residents of The Berkeley. RTA bus DH1 also links the community with Equiti once an hour.
AED 2 Million is the minimum property value for the 10 year UAE Golden Visa, and off plan homes at The Berkeley count once that value is met. Entry homes fall below that level, so buyers need to combine properties.
AED 995,000 at Mallside Residence is the closest starting price to The Berkeley among the 3 compared launches, while Club Place and Greencrest from Emaar Properties start at AED 1.48 Million and AED 1.57 Million with no studio option.
Limited Period: Free DLD Waiver on select units