Eligible for UAE 10-Year Golden Visa
Sobha The Woods Apartments at Sobha Sanctuary
at Dubailand1 & 2 BR ApartmentsPrice (AED)0.999M*
Unit (Bedrooms)1 & 2 BR
Sizes (Sq. Ft.)540 - 964
Booking Amt.20%
PossessionQ4 2029
An apartment ticket inside an AED 50 billion masterplan will be rare. Sobha The Woods will become the apartment entry point into Sobha Sanctuary, 6 low-rise buildings set inside a 37.4 million sq ft wellness community in Dubailand. Buyers will gain access to the 6 km crystal lagoon, 800,000 sq.ft central park, and 20 km of cycling tracks at an apartment ticket size.
The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary will become the apartment chapter of Sobha Realty’s largest-ever Dubai masterplan: a 37.4 million sq.ft wellness community in Dubailand. The cluster will feature six low-rise buildings within a gated masterplan, with nearly two-thirds of the real estate dedicated to villas and only one-third to apartments. Sobha Realty will continue operating the UAE’s only fully backwards-integrated luxury developer model, with design, structural engineering, MEP, façade manufacturing, and interior fit-out all managed in-house. That level of control is expected to help future Sobha launches maintain delivery timelines similar to projects like Hartland, Reserve, and Elwood.
Sobha The Woods cluster will spread across 6 low-rise buildings, with the full size schedule and floor plate details expected to be confirmed at brochure release. Inside Sobha Sanctuary, the 6 buildings will be positioned to face the green corridors, the 6 km crystal lagoon, and the central park rather than a perimeter road. Every Sobha apartment will carry the group’s signature finishing standards, including premium stone surfaces, hardwood detailing, smart-home integration, and concealed servicing, the same fit-out quality delivered across Hartland and SeaHaven. Floor-to-ceiling glazing will run through every layout, while balconies will extend across the lagoon-facing edge. The only question will be which building buyers choose to book
Six low-rise buildings inside 37.4 million square feet of masterplan. The apartment slice of Sobha Sanctuary is a different ticket size for the same community.
Sobha Sanctuary spreads 37.4 million sq.ft, with approximately 50 per cent of the site allocated to open and green space and more than 50,000 trees planned across the community. The masterplan is structured around three sub-communities and a commercial zone anchored by Sobha Sanctuary Mall. Resident infrastructure runs to a 6 km crystal lagoon, an 800,000 sq.ft central park, a 9 km wellness loop and 20 km of cycling tracks, with schools, clinics, sports courts, family spaces and retail areas all inside the gated perimeter. The Woods apartment residents inherit the full amenity programme at handover; they are not buying into a future promise of community facilities. The masterplan is approved, funded and under build.
Sobha Reserve and Sobha Elwood, both Dubailand, both Sobha, have each delivered around 40 per cent appreciation from launch as their masterplans built out. Sanctuary is now the biggest of the three at AED 50 billion of project value and 37.4 million sq.ft, which means the same pattern has more masterplan to work with. Units valued at AED 2 million and above will qualify buyers for the UAE’s 10 year Golden Visa, extendable to spouses and children.
| Unit Type | Size (Sq. Ft.) | Starting Price (AED) | UAE Golden Visa Eligibility | Estimated Rental Yield (DXB Interact / REIDIN, 2025) | Investment Profile / Target Audience | Key Connectivity & Landmarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment |
540 – 546 Sq. Ft. |
AED 0.999M* | No (Below AED 2M threshold) 2-yr investor visa eligible |
5% – 7% Lowest-entry into AED 50B masterplan; first apartment release drives premium demand |
First-time International Investors / Young Professionals / LRS-friendly NRI entry / Rental Income Seekers / Yield + Appreciation play | 25 min Downtown Dubai & Burj Khalifa; 15 min Al Maktoum Airport (DWC); 30 min DXB Airport; Direct E66 & E611 access; 12 min Dubai Silicon Oasis |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | 864 – 964 Sq. Ft. | AED 1.60M* | No (Below AED 2M threshold) 2-yr investor visa eligible · Stack 2 units for Golden Visa |
5.5% – 7% Family rental demand strong; Sobha spec commands premium over generic Dubailand apartments |
Families / NRI Couples / HNI Investors / Rental Income + Capital Growth / Entry into Sobha Sanctuary at apartment price point | Sobha Sanctuary Mall (anchor retail); 2 international schools inside gated perimeter; community hospital; 25 min Downtown Dubai |
Sobha The Woods offers thoughtfully designed apartments with sizes ranging from 540 to 964 sq. ft., catering to modern urban lifestyles. These residences feature spacious layouts, contemporary interiors, and premium finishes that maximize comfort and functionality. Nestled within the exclusive Sobha Sanctuary community, the apartments provide residents with access to lush green surroundings, world-class amenities, and seamless connectivity to key destinations across Dubai, making them an ideal choice for both homeowners and investors.
Sobha Sanctuary is built around the idea that the masterplan is the amenity not just the building. Around half the 37.4 million sq.ft site is open and green space, and the lagoon, park and wellness loop are masterplan-level infrastructure rather than tower-level facilities. The Woods residents inherit the full programme on day one of handover, alongside the villa and townhouse residents in adjacent clusters. The Sanctuary Mall anchors the commercial zone for daily retail and dining. Schools and clinics placed inside the gated perimeter meaning a Tuesday morning runs from school drop-off to a 9 km wellness loop to a lagoon swim without a single perimeter exit. The amenity density is sized for 20,000 families, not for one building.
Sobha Sanctuary is strategically located on Lahbab Road with seamless access to Al Ain Road (E66), Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), and Emirates Road (E611). Positioned within Dubailand’s high-growth corridor under the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the community benefits from strong long-term appreciation potential alongside nearby benchmark developments like Sobha Reserve and Sobha Elwood. Residents will enjoy approximately 30 minutes to Downtown Dubai, 35 minutes to Dubai International Airport, and around 12 minutes to Dubai Silicon Oasis and Academic City. Future connectivity is expected to improve further with the Dubai Metro Blue Line extension and Etihad Rail aligning with the anticipated 2029 handover timeline.
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 Woods will be located inside Sobha Sanctuary, a 37.4 million sq.ft masterplanned community in Dubailand. The site will sit on Lahbab Road with direct access to Al Ain Road (E66) and onward connectivity to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Dubai International Airport will be approximately 35 minutes away by car, while Downtown Dubai will be reachable in around 30 minutes
The Woods will become an apartment cluster of 6 low-rise buildings within Sobha Realty Sanctuary.
The booking amount for The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary is 20%, followed by 40% during construction and 40% on completion. Register your interest with the Dubai Housing team for current availability and unit allocation.
The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary follows a 20:40:40 payment plan: 20% on booking, 40% during construction, and 40% on completion. The Dubai Housing team will share the full unit-level pricing breakdown on request.
Handover for The Woods is scheduled for Q4 2029, within the broader Sobha Sanctuary masterplan delivery window. Construction runs on Sobha's in-house backward-integration model, the same chain that delivered Hartland, Reserve, and Elwood to schedule.
Three reasons will support the investment case. First, Sobha Realty’s previous Dubailand launches, Reserve and Elwood, are expected to remain benchmark examples of strong appreciation as their masterplans continue maturing. Sanctuary, valued at AED 50 billion, will become the largest among them. Second, The Woods will serve as the apartment entry point into that masterplan, giving buyers access to the 6 km crystal lagoon and 800,000 sq.ft central park at a lower entry point than the villa inventory. Third, the expected handover timeline will align with the commissioning of the Dubai Metro Blue Line and Etihad Rail in 2029.
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