[Abu Dhabi Real Estate] SOBHA REALTY Announces First Mega-Development in Abu Dhabi. 'Sobha City' Phase 1 Near Yas Island Opens for Reservations, Limited to 470 Units
Global luxury developer SOBHA Realty has announced its first large-scale development project in Abu Dhabi, 'Sobha City Abu Dhabi.' Phase 1, comprising 470 units of townhouses, villas, and apartments, is now open for reservation.
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Global luxury developer SOBHA Realty has announced its first large-scale development project in Abu Dhabi, 'Sobha City Abu Dhabi'. In Phase 1 released this time, a total of 470 units including townhouses, villas, and apartments are targeted for sale, and reservations are currently being accepted.
This project goes beyond mere housing supply; it is a large-scale master plan that conceives living, education, nature, leisure, and transport convenience as one. The total development area reaches 37.5 million sq.ft. (approx. 3.48 million square meters), equivalent to about 74 Tokyo Domes in Japan. It is attracting attention as a new iconic development in the Abu Dhabi real estate market.
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At the time of project announcement on April 12
◾️ SOBHA's new challenge: their first entry into Abu Dhabi
SOBHA Realty is a global developer known for its system of handling everything in-house, from design and construction to quality control. They have a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship with attention to detail and are highly evaluated worldwide. This Sobha City Abu Dhabi is a large-scale project marking the company's first foray into Abu Dhabi.
Even among Japanese investors, SOBHA is a recognized brand for its high property quality. Due to their high-quality design, careful construction, and dedication to the finish, they attract attention for both actual residential use and investment.
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◾️ Close to Yas Island, a highly promising location gathering airport, commercial, and entertainment facilities
Sobha City Abu Dhabi is located in the vicinity of Yas Island, an area with high future potential in Abu Dhabi. Main access times are as follows:
Zayed International Airport: approx. 15 minutes
Central Abu Dhabi: approx. 30 minutes
Dubai: approx. 45-50 minutes
Surrounding the area is a concentration of Abu Dhabi's representative commercial, leisure, and entertainment facilities, such as Yas Mall, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina, and Etihad Arena. It is a location that combines living convenience and future potential with excellent access to the airport and major facilities.
Furthermore, plans for 30 international schools in the surrounding area have been mentioned, and the construction of a bridge directly connecting to Yas Island has also been proposed. The expectation of improved future residential value in terms of both educational environment and transport convenience is an attractive point. In addition, expectations for the development of the Middle East's first Disneyland around Yas Island are rising, and the international attention on the entire area is likely to increase further.
◾️ A large-scale master plan designing a 'city to live in' from scratch
Sobha City Abu Dhabi is planned as a large-scale master plan-type community where waterfronts, canals, lush landscapes, open spaces, residential blocks, and daily convenience facilities are developed together.
From the released images, one can see a townscape utilizing the waterside and a unified scenery centered on low-to-mid-rise residences. The major characteristic of this project is that it is a development that designs the city itself, rather than selling individual properties.
Interior design
◾️ 470 units targeted for sale in Phase 1
The supply number for Phase 1 announced this time is as follows:
Townhouses: 100 units
Villas: 100 units
Apartments: 270 units
A total of 470 units are up for sale. Reservations are currently being accepted, and the lottery announcement is scheduled for April 20, 2026. The expected completion is Q4 2029.
◾️ Sales prices start from approximately 56 million JPY. A wide range of choices for each unit type
This time, the product lineup answers a wide range of lifestyles and investment needs, from apartments to large villas.
The following Japanese Yen conversions are rough estimates calculated at 1 AED = 43 JPY.
Property Price List
The payment schedule makes it easy to plan your purchase.
The payment terms are a schedule of 20% at reservation, followed by installment payments, and 40% upon completion. The ease of financial planning along with the scheduled completion time is also one of the attractions of this project.
Inquire for details
Floor plans
Sobha City Abu Dh
This project goes beyond mere housing supply; it is a large-scale master plan that conceives living, education, nature, leisure, and transport convenience as one. The total development area reaches 37.5 million sq.ft. (approx. 3.48 million square meters), equivalent to about 74 Tokyo Domes in Japan. It is attracting attention as a new iconic development in the Abu Dhabi real estate market.
Inquire for details
At the time of project announcement on April 12
◾️ SOBHA's new challenge: their first entry into Abu Dhabi
SOBHA Realty is a global developer known for its system of handling everything in-house, from design and construction to quality control. They have a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship with attention to detail and are highly evaluated worldwide. This Sobha City Abu Dhabi is a large-scale project marking the company's first foray into Abu Dhabi.
Even among Japanese investors, SOBHA is a recognized brand for its high property quality. Due to their high-quality design, careful construction, and dedication to the finish, they attract attention for both actual residential use and investment.
Inquire for details
◾️ Close to Yas Island, a highly promising location gathering airport, commercial, and entertainment facilities
Sobha City Abu Dhabi is located in the vicinity of Yas Island, an area with high future potential in Abu Dhabi. Main access times are as follows:
Zayed International Airport: approx. 15 minutes
Central Abu Dhabi: approx. 30 minutes
Dubai: approx. 45-50 minutes
Surrounding the area is a concentration of Abu Dhabi's representative commercial, leisure, and entertainment facilities, such as Yas Mall, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina, and Etihad Arena. It is a location that combines living convenience and future potential with excellent access to the airport and major facilities.
Furthermore, plans for 30 international schools in the surrounding area have been mentioned, and the construction of a bridge directly connecting to Yas Island has also been proposed. The expectation of improved future residential value in terms of both educational environment and transport convenience is an attractive point. In addition, expectations for the development of the Middle East's first Disneyland around Yas Island are rising, and the international attention on the entire area is likely to increase further.
◾️ A large-scale master plan designing a 'city to live in' from scratch
Sobha City Abu Dhabi is planned as a large-scale master plan-type community where waterfronts, canals, lush landscapes, open spaces, residential blocks, and daily convenience facilities are developed together.
From the released images, one can see a townscape utilizing the waterside and a unified scenery centered on low-to-mid-rise residences. The major characteristic of this project is that it is a development that designs the city itself, rather than selling individual properties.
Interior design
◾️ 470 units targeted for sale in Phase 1
The supply number for Phase 1 announced this time is as follows:
Townhouses: 100 units
Villas: 100 units
Apartments: 270 units
A total of 470 units are up for sale. Reservations are currently being accepted, and the lottery announcement is scheduled for April 20, 2026. The expected completion is Q4 2029.
◾️ Sales prices start from approximately 56 million JPY. A wide range of choices for each unit type
This time, the product lineup answers a wide range of lifestyles and investment needs, from apartments to large villas.
The following Japanese Yen conversions are rough estimates calculated at 1 AED = 43 JPY.
Property Price List
The payment schedule makes it easy to plan your purchase.
The payment terms are a schedule of 20% at reservation, followed by installment payments, and 40% upon completion. The ease of financial planning along with the scheduled completion time is also one of the attractions of this project.
Inquire for details
Floor plans
Sobha City Abu Dh