Sobha City
Craftsmanship Finds Its Capital
Sobha Realty's first master-planned community in Abu Dhabi — apartments, villas and townhouses across three distinct neighbourhoods on Yas Island.
From AED 1.45M
Starting Price
20% Down Payment
To Reserve
1 – 6 Bedrooms
Apartments to Villas
Dec 2029
Handover
50,000+
Trees Planted
~60%
Open & Green Space
2 km
Waterfront Promenade
~20 km
Wellness Loop
Par-3
Executive Golf Course
Why Sobha
Why Buyers Choose Sobha
Five Decades of Craftsmanship
Founded in 1976 by Mr. PNC Menon — a craftsman-first philosophy of total control, precision and accountability that still defines every Sobha project.
A Global Footprint, One Standard
Sobha operates across the UAE, India, the UK, the US, Italy and Australia — applying the same quality discipline in every market it enters.
Backward-Integrated Construction
Sobha owns its manufacturing — in-house joinery, marble and metalwork — for a level of finish-quality control most developers simply can't match.
A Long-Term Bet on Abu Dhabi
Sobha City is the brand's first sustained, city-scale investment in the capital — a signal of confidence in Abu Dhabi's long-term growth.
Authorised Sobha Agent
As an authorised agent, Masterpiece Property provides developer-direct pricing and the latest floor plan releases — with no added markup.
Built for Vision 2030
Landscape-led cooling, walkability and reduced car dependency are designed into the masterplan from the ground up — not added as an afterthought.
Sobha Realty's Abu Dhabi Debut
A City Planned with Precision
Sobha City marks Sobha Realty's first master-planned community in Abu Dhabi. For over five decades, Sobha has built its reputation on a single, uncompromising principle: total control over every stage of construction, from design to delivery — including in-house joinery, marble and metalwork.
Conceived at city scale on Yas Island, the masterplan spans canals, open green corridors and a 2km waterfront promenade, with roughly 60% of the land dedicated to open and green space — an unusually high ratio for a freehold community in the UAE. Over 50,000 trees support a ~20km wellness loop and a par-3 executive golf course running through the heart of the community.
The community is structured around three neighbourhoods — The Orchard, The Terraces and River Cove Residences — each a different living format, built to the same Sobha standard. Unit types span 1 to 6 bedrooms, from AED 1.45M with a 20% down payment, and handover is targeted for December 2029.
3
Communities
1 – 6
Bedrooms
Dec 2029
Handover
Freehold
Ownership
Many Ways of Life, One City
Inside the Sobha City Masterplan
Sobha City is structured by water, landscape and movement. Canals, open spaces and green corridors aren't decorative additions — they are the foundation the entire masterplan is built around, organised into three pillars of daily life.
Live
Homes Designed for Generations
Homes thoughtfully distributed across distinct neighbourhoods — from waterfront apartments to estate villas — so residents choose a lifestyle that reflects how they live today and how they will grow tomorrow.
Connect
Where Community Takes Form
Tree-lined promenades, social courtyards and waterfront walkways create natural moments of interaction — retail, cafés and shared spaces woven into a vibrant, walkable environment.
Restore
Balance, Built into Daily Life
Green corridors, shaded pathways and water features designed to restore both body and mind — from meditation zones and wellness landscapes to quiet retreats under tree canopies.
“Nature at Sobha City is not an addition — it is infrastructure.”
A 2km waterfront promenade, forest trails and shaded corridors woven through the heart of the city.
Masterplan Amenities
A City Built Around Wellbeing
Three Communities, One City
Choose Your Way of Living
Each neighbourhood is designed around a different rhythm of living, but built to the same Sobha standard of craftsmanship.
The Orchard
Garden Living, Re-Imagined
Estate villas nested in landscaped gardens, mature canopies and shaded courtyards — a neighbourhood designed for the slower hours of the day, with private pools, green vistas and generous plots.
The Terraces
Where Living Finds Balance
Garden villas with terraced layouts that step toward the green, each with a dedicated Majlis. Light, air and outlook designed in — indoor and outdoor living moving as one continuous environment.
River Cove Residences
Your Waterfront Address
1 and 2-bedroom apartments across two towers that line the canal — direct waterfront views, floor-to-ceiling glazing, promenade access and the most accessible entry point into Sobha City.
Residences & Floor Plans
Homes for Every Stage of Life
From 1 & 2-bedroom waterfront apartments to 6-bedroom estate villas. Detailed floor plans and the latest pricing are shared on request.
The Orchard — Estate Villas
Private pool, backyard, entrance foyer court, lift access and covered parking as standard; larger layouts add a guest suite, maid's room and formal & family living areas.
The Terraces — Garden Villas
Every villa includes a private backyard with green vistas, an entrance foyer court, covered parking, a dedicated Majlis and an elevated terrace connected to the garden; 4-bedroom layouts add lift access.
River Cove — Waterfront Apartments
Floor-to-ceiling glazing, a private balcony extending the living space, and direct promenade access at ground level — across two towers along the waterfront edge.
Canal / Green / Amenity
Canal View
Sobha City · Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Connected by Design
Sobha City sits at the centre of Abu Dhabi's cultural, leisure and global gateways on Yas Island — with seamless access to the capital's key destinations within minutes.
The Masterplan
A Self-Sustaining Township
Planned around walkability and choice, Sobha City brings marina living, beach-inspired experiences and forest-led neighbourhoods together within one integrated city — green corridors and canals form the structure, not the decoration.
The Investment Case
Why Invest in Sobha City
01
A Prime Yas Island Address
One of Abu Dhabi's fastest-growing corridors — anchored by Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Mall, Etihad Arena and the upcoming Disneyland Abu Dhabi.
02
A Globally Proven Developer
Sobha brings a proven international delivery record and design quality into Abu Dhabi. From AED 1.45M with 20% down, the entry point suits both end-users and investors.
03
Liveability That Holds Value
A structurally high ratio of open green space (~60%), a waterfront promenade and a golf course support strong long-term liveability and resale appeal.
Freehold for All Nationalities
Yas Island is an approved freehold zone — foreign buyers get full title-deed ownership with no UAE residence visa required. Units priced at AED 2M or above also qualify for the UAE 10-Year Golden Visa.
From AED 1.45M
Starting Price
20% Down Payment
To Reserve
Dec 2029
Handover
Freehold
All Nationalities
Gallery
Life at Sobha City
Developer
Sobha Realty
Location
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Communities
The Orchard · The Terraces · River Cove
Property Types
Apartments, Garden & Estate Villas
Bedrooms
1 to 6 Bedrooms
Starting Price
From AED 1.45M
Down Payment
20%
Handover
December 2029
Ownership
Freehold
Frequently Asked Questions
Sobha City — Answered
What is Sobha City?
Sobha City is Sobha Realty's first master-planned community in Abu Dhabi, located on Yas Island. It spans three residential neighbourhoods — The Orchard, The Terraces and River Cove Residences — offering apartments, garden villas and estate villas from 1 to 6 bedrooms, set within 50,000+ trees, a 2km waterfront promenade and a par-3 executive golf course.
Who is the developer behind Sobha City?
Sobha Realty, a developer with over five decades of experience and active operations across the UAE, India, the United Kingdom, the United States, Italy and Australia. Sobha is known for backward-integrated construction — it controls its own manufacturing and finishing trades rather than outsourcing them.
Where is Sobha City located?
Sobha City is located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi — approximately 14 minutes from Zayed International Airport, 13 minutes from Yas Mall, and 15 minutes from Ferrari World, Etihad Arena and the upcoming Disneyland Abu Dhabi.
What is the starting price for a unit at Sobha City?
Units at Sobha City start from AED 1.45 million, with a 20% down payment. Pricing varies by community, unit type and bedroom count — contact Masterpiece Property for the current price list across The Orchard, The Terraces and River Cove Residences.
What types of homes are available at Sobha City?
Sobha City offers three distinct residential formats: estate villas at The Orchard (4, 5 and 6-bedroom), garden villas at The Terraces (3-bedroom + Majlis and 4-bedroom + Majlis), and 1 and 2-bedroom waterfront apartments at River Cove Residences.
When is the handover date for Sobha City?
Sobha City has an expected handover of December 2029.
What amenities does Sobha City offer?
Sobha City includes a 2km waterfront promenade, a par-3 executive golf course, a ~20km wellness loop, children's play areas, forest trails, multi-sport courts, an open-air gym, a mosque, an amphitheatre, and approximately 60% open and green space across the masterplan.
Is Sobha City a good investment in Abu Dhabi?
Sobha City benefits from its Yas Island location — one of Abu Dhabi's fastest-growing entertainment and lifestyle corridors — combined with Sobha Realty's international delivery track record. Its high ratio of open green space, waterfront promenade and golf course are amenities that typically support strong long-term liveability and resale demand.
Can foreigners buy property at Sobha City?
Yes. Yas Island is an approved freehold investment zone, meaning foreign nationals from any country can purchase a unit at Sobha City with full title-deed ownership. No UAE residence visa is required to buy.
Does a unit at Sobha City qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?
Properties priced at AED 2 million or above in approved Abu Dhabi freehold zones qualify buyers for the UAE 10-Year Golden Visa once completed and registered. Several unit types across The Orchard and The Terraces exceed this threshold — Masterpiece Property can confirm Golden Visa eligibility on specific units.
How do I register interest or get the price list for Sobha City?
Submit your details through the registration form on this page, call 800 666 888, or WhatsApp Masterpiece Property directly. As an authorised Sobha agent, we provide the latest masterplan, unit layouts and pricing across all three Sobha City communities.
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Submit your details and a Masterpiece Property advisor will share the Sobha City masterplan, available unit layouts across all three communities, and the latest pricing — starting from AED 1.45M with a 20% down payment.