The Terraces at Sobha City Abu Dhabi is a Garden Villa development by Sobha Group within the Sobha City Abu Dhabi master plan in Al Bahia. Those looking to buy a villa in Abu Dhabi will find 3 and 4 bedroom Sobha City villas for sale starting from AED 4.96 million, sized between 2,577 to 4,524 square feet, with handover in Q4 2029. The payment plan is 60/40, with a 20 percent down payment on booking, 40 percent across eight construction installments and 40 percent due on handover. Every villa includes a Majlis, private backyard, terrace, entrance foyer, and covered parking as standard features. Sobha Villas Abu Dhabi follows the Live 11 Philosophy, which centres on blending space, natural light, and human living with nature. Layouts are open and designed to connect indoor rooms fluidly with private outdoor gardens and elevated terraces.
Villas at Sobha The Terraces Abu Dhabi follow a G+1 and G+2 configuration, meaning residents live across two or three levels.
Gardens spill directly onto terraces, creating layered indoor-outdoor living rather than treating the ground floor simply as an entry point.
Wide glass openings and clean contemporary lines define each facade. Bedrooms are positioned on upper levels away from shared zones, and the Majlis is placed for guest access without disturbing family areas on other floors.
The semi-detached format means each villa shares one wall with a neighbouring unit. The layout manages this well through smart bedroom placement, but buyers expecting a fully standalone villa should factor this into their decision.
The Terraces by Sobha is one of three components within Sobha City, alongside The Orchard villas and River Cove Residences apartments. The broader master plan dedicates approximately 60 percent of its total area to open and landscaped space, including over 50,000 trees and a 20 km wellness loop.
Residents in Sobha Villas Abu Dhabi have access to a golf course, cycling paths, a 300,000 square foot retail and mall, six community entry points, and three international schools, all within the same master development.
This self-sustained community model means buyers are not purchasing into a standalone villa cluster. Daily needs, schooling, recreation, and retail are all accessible within the community on foot or by bicycle.
Both projects are part of Sobha City and benefit from the same master-planned infrastructure and community amenities. The comparison below is based on verified project specifications and listing information for each development.
| Feature | The Terraces at Sobha City | The Orchard at Sobha City |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Sobha Group / Sobha Realty | Sobha Group / Sobha Realty |
| Location | Sobha City, Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi | Sobha City, Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi |
| Type | Garden Villas (Semi-detached) | Standalone Villas |
| Bedrooms | 3 BR + Study / 4 BR + Study + Maid | 4, 5 and 6 BR |
| Size Range | 2,577 to 4,524. sq ft | 4,309 to 6,383 sq ft |
| Starting Price | AED 4.96 Million | Higher entry point |
| Payment Plan | 60/40 (20% down payment) | 60/40 |
| Handover | Q4 2029 | Within Sobha City timeline |
| USP | Majlis on every unit, private garden | Larger plot and more bedrooms |
| Best For | Families seeking a villa lifestyle at an entry price | Buyers needing maximum space |
The 60/40 structure gives investors approximately three years of spread payments before the largest single amount falls due at handover. Al Bahia is within Abu Dhabi's designated freehold zone, meaning foreign nationals can own property here.
The proximity to Yas Island, an area where comparable segments post rental yields of roughly 6 to 7 % annually, makes this a credible long-term hold. Price appreciation tends to track infrastructure growth in master communities of this scale.
At AED 4.96 million for a villa with a Majlis, garden, and terrace inside a 37.5 million square foot master plan, the entry point compares favourably against standalone villa projects elsewhere in Abu Dhabi at similar price levels
The Terraces by Sobha is a semi-detached product, not a standalone villa. Each unit in Sobha Villas Abu Dhabi shares one side wall with a neighbour. The design manages privacy well, but this is a fact most competing listings quietly omit from their overviews.
The Majlis in every unit is a genuine functional differentiator, not a branding add-on. It provides a dedicated guest space that keeps visitor activity entirely separate from the family living floors, which matters for households with a regional lifestyle.
All floor plans and imagery are indicative as this is an off-plan project. Pricing starts at AED 4.96 million and is subject to change based on availability. Buyers should verify current inventory and construction progress directly with the official sales team before committing.
The 3 bedroom Garden Villas with Study room range from 2,577 to 3,453 square feet across Type A to Type DM, while the 4 bedroom Garden Villas with Study and Maid room range from 4,194.48 to 4,524 square feet across Type A to Type AM. The Type A four bedroom variant includes a private lift and elevated terraces in addition to the standard backyard, Majlis, and covered parking. All dimensions are approximate and should be confirmed with the official sales team before any purchase decision.
The Terraces at Sobha City includes an infinity pool, kids pool, children's play areas, outdoor yoga spaces, sports courts, wellness zones, cycling tracks, and shaded walkways connecting all residential clusters. The wider Sobha City master plan adds a golf course, a 20 km wellness loop, waterfront canal walkways, and a 300,000 square foot retail and mall offering. Social courtyards and landscaped gardens are distributed across the community to balance active and quiet spaces throughout.
The Terraces is located within Sobha City, Abu Dhabi, at the intersection of the E10 and E12 highways, providing direct access to Abu Dhabi city centre and the Dubai corridor. Zayed International Airport is just 14 minutes away, while Yas Mall can be reached in 13 minutes. Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and Etihad Arena are all within a 15 minute drive, placing major leisure, entertainment and transport hubs close to home. Sea World Abu Dhabi is 16 minutes away, Yas Bay Waterfront is 18 minutes, and Louvre Abu Dhabi is approximately 25 minutes from the community.
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 Terraces at Sobha City is a Garden Villa project by Sobha Group in Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi, offering 3 and 4 bedroom villas with Majlis, private gardens, and terraces starting from AED 4.96 million with Q4 2029 handover.
The payment plan is 60/40. Buyers pay 20 percent on booking, 40 percent across eight installments during construction, and the remaining 40 percent on handover in Q4 2029.
Handover is scheduled for Q4 2029, which is the fourth quarter of 2029.
Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and Etihad Arena on Yas Island are approximately 15 minutes by road from Sobha City in Al Bahia. Yas Bay Waterfront is around 18 minutes away.
Al Bahia is within Abu Dhabi's designated freehold zone, making it eligible for foreign national ownership. Buyers should confirm specific ownership terms with the official sales representative before proceeding.
Sizes range from 2,577 square feet for the smallest 3 bedroom unit to 4,524 square feet for the largest 4 bedroom unit. In square metres, this is approximately 239 to 420 sqm.
Yes. A dedicated Majlis is a standard feature on every villa at The Terraces, across all unit types. It is not an upgrade or optional addition.
Villas start from AED 4.96 million. In other currencies this is approximately USD 1.34 million, GBP 992,000, EUR 1.14 million, or INR 10 crore at current indicative rates. Prices are subject to change based on availability.
Yas Mall is 13 minutes away, Zayed International Airport is 14 minutes, Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld are 15 minutes, Sea World Abu Dhabi is 16 minutes, Yas Bay Waterfront is 18 minutes, and Louvre Abu Dhabi is around 25 minutes.
The Terraces sits inside a 60% open-space master plan with a golf course, wellness loop, schools, and retail. For anyone looking to buy a villa in Abu Dhabi, Al Bahia is a freehold zone near Yas Island where comparable rental yields run at roughly 6 to 7% annually. Independent financial advice is always recommended before any purchase.
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