Eligible for UAE 10-Year Golden Visa
Sobha Hartland The Crest in MBR City Dubai
at SOBHA Hartland1, 2 & 3 BR ApartmentsPrice (AED)1.3M*
Unit (Bedrooms)1, 2 & 3 BR
Sizes (Sq. Ft.)573 - 1,565
PossessionReady To Move In
A crystal lagoon, sky gardens connecting the towers, and a 5-minute drive to the Burj Khalifa that is what Sobha builds when it controls every stage of construction. The Crest at Sobha Hartland is a four-tower residential complex delivering 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments from 573 - 1,565 sq.ft. in MBR City, Dubai. Built by Sobha Realty using its backward-integrated model, the project is ready to Move In Now with a Caribbean-inspired design and lagoon-facing residences.
Sobha Hartland The Crest is a four-tower residential complex within Sobha Hartland an 8-million-square-foot freehold community inside Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City). Developed by Sobha Realty, The Crest comprises Towers A, B, C, and D on a shared podium, with apartments overlooking a Caribbean-style crystal lagoon and the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. Sobha Realty is one of Dubai’s few backward-integrated developers meaning it designs, manufactures, and installs every component in-house, from marble and joinery to glazing and MEP systems. That vertical control is not a marketing detail. It directly affects build quality, consistency, and delivery timelines. The architectural consultant is PNC Architects, and all construction is handled by Sobha Contracting. The project is Ready to Move In now.
The Crest offers 1-bedroom apartments from 573 sq.ft. 2-bedroom units from 790 sq.ft. and 3-bedroom apartments up to 1,565 sq.ft. Each residence features a balcony with views of the lagoon, community greenery, or the wider Dubai skyline. Some apartments have dual balconies. Kitchens are fully fitted with integrated appliances and built-in storage. Bedrooms include fitted wardrobes and ensuite bathrooms. The 2 and 3-bedroom configurations add a maid’s room. Finishes are Sobha’s in-house standard: precision-cut marble, custom joinery, and high-grade fixtures manufactured in the company’s own facilities. The interiors carry a Caribbean-inspired aesthetic warm tones, natural textures, and layouts designed to frame the lagoon and greenery outside.
Sobha Hartland is an 8-million-square-foot master community in MBR City, with 30% of the land area dedicated to open space and greenery. The community houses international schools (Hartland International School, North London Collegiate School Dubai), retail, dining, and healthcare within walking distance. The Crest’s podium delivers landscaped terraces at multiple levels, inter-linked sky gardens between the towers, a rooftop swimming pool surrounded by tropical planting, an outdoor gym, a yoga studio, a spin class studio, a health club, and a children’s play area. The crystal lagoon at the base of the complex serves as the visual and lifestyle centrepiece. Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary borders the community to the east, providing a protected green corridor.
Sobha Hartland apartments launched from under AED 1 million one of the most competitive entry points in MBR City for a backward-integrated developer product. Rental yields across the community run at 5–8%, supported by proximity to Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and DIFC. Units valued at AED 2 million or above qualify for the UAE’s 10-year Golden Visa. There is 0% capital gains tax and 0% income tax on rental income. Sobha’s backward integration model means build quality is consistently high, which protects resale value and tenant retention. As a delivered or near-delivered asset, The Crest reduces construction risk to near zero. The wider MBR City masterplan including the planned Mall of the World.
Sobha Hartland The Crest offers 1-bedroom (509 sq.ft), 2-bedroom (790 sq.ft), and 3-bedroom apartments (1,564 sq.ft), all with fitted kitchens, built-in wardrobes, balconies, and lagoon or community views across four interconnected towers.
The Crest’s amenity design runs vertically through the towers rather than sitting on a single podium level. Landscaped terraces at different heights house a rooftop pool, an outdoor gym, a T’ai Chi terrace, and a pétanque lawn. Inter-linked sky gardens connect the four towers, creating green corridors between floors. At ground level, the Caribbean-style crystal lagoon forms the visual anchor. Yoga and spin studios, a health club, BBQ zones, and a children’s play area round out the daily offering. Sobha Hartland’s wider community adds schools, retail, and dining within walking distance.
Sobha Hartland sits within Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City), one of Dubai’s largest mixed-use districts, bordering Downtown Dubai and Business Bay. The community is 5 minutes from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, 5 minutes from Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, 10 minutes from Dubai Opera, and 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport. Hartland International School and North London Collegiate School Dubai are both within 1 kilometre. The location sits at the intersection of Ras Al Khor Road and Al Ain Road, giving fast access to DIFC, Healthcare City, and the eastern Dubai corridor. MBR City’s long-term masterplan includes further retail, hospitality, and transport infrastructure that will continue to support property values across the district.
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.
The Crest is located within Sobha Hartland, a freehold community inside Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City). The complex sits 5 minutes from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, 10 minutes from DIFC and Business Bay, and 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport. Hartland International School and NLCS Dubai are both under 1 km away.
The Crest offers 1-bedroom apartments (573 sq.ft), 2-bedroom apartments (790 sq.ft), and 3-bedroom apartments (1,565 sq.ft) across four interconnected towers. All units feature fitted kitchens, built-in wardrobes, and balconies with lagoon or community views. Explore more apartments in Sobha Hartland on our community page.
1-bedroom apartments in The Crest start from approximately AED 1.3M. Sobha Hartland offers mid-market pricing relative to Downtown Dubai, with backward-integrated build quality.
Yes, The Crest is fully delivered and ready for immediate occupancy across all towers.
Units in The Crest valued at AED 2 million or above qualify for the UAE’s 10-year Golden Visa. While 1-bedroom units start below this threshold, larger 2 and 3-bedroom configurations and upper-floor premium units can meet the AED 2 million mark. Confirm the specific unit value with the Dubai Housing team.
The Crest combines Sobha’s backward-integrated build quality, a lagoon-facing location in MBR City, and rental yields of 5–8%. The community is 5 minutes from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall with top-rated schools under 1 km away. Add 0% capital gains tax, 0% income tax, and near-zero construction risk. Browse more at dubaihousing-ae.com/our-communities/sobha-hartland.
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