Off-plan
AED 3.7Mfrom
Handover 2029
Dubai area guide
Dubai South
A planned city built around aviation, innovation and smart urban living, designed with the future in mind
10 off-plan projectsfrom AED 480K – AED 4.27M
- Price Range
- AED 500K – AED 6M+
- Entry-Level Apartments to Luxury Villas
- Avg Price / Sq Ft
- AED 1,200 – AED 1,600
- High-Growth Investment Benchmark
- Rental Yield
- 6% – 8%
- Strong Gross Annual Return
- Price Growth
- 15% – 20%
- Airport & Infrastructure-Led Appreciation
- Buyer Profile
- End-Users / International Investors
- Professionals, Families & Long-Term Buyers
- Community Maturity
- Rapidly Expanding
- Government-Led Master Community
Overview
About Dubai South
Dubai South ranks among the biggest master-planned cities in Dubai. Homes, business districts, aviation infrastructure and logistics facilities all sit inside one integrated development. The plan prioritises connectivity and long-term sustainability. For residents, that means a balanced way of life. For the emirate, it supports one of its most ambitious corridors for economic growth.
Neighbourhoods vary. They include Emaar South, The Pulse, South Bay, South Living and Azizi Venice. Across them you will find schools, fitness facilities, community retail, landscaped parks and recreational spaces. Al Maktoum International Airport, Expo City Dubai and the main highway network are all directly accessible.
Infrastructure is still expanding, and the area is drawing both investors and end-users looking for long-term value. Entry prices are affordable, off-plan options are flexible, and major employment hubs are close by. Together, these make Dubai South one of the strongest emerging residential destinations in Dubai.
Investment case
Why Investors Choose Dubai South
Aviation & Innovation District
Dubai South is a master-planned city laid out around Al Maktoum International Airport, combining residential communities with business, logistics and aviation.
Expo City Dubai
Expo City Dubai sits next door, giving residents easy access to a growing hub for cultural events, business, entertainment and innovation.
Emaar South Golf Community
Emaar South is a family-focused neighbourhood built around an 18-hole championship golf course, with schools, parks and community amenities.
Expanding Infrastructure
Ongoing spending on public transport, roads and community facilities underpins the district's connectivity and growth over the long term.
Family-Oriented Environment
Cycling paths, landscaped parks, recreational facilities and low-density residential neighbourhoods give the area a relaxed, suburban feel.
Excellent Connectivity
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road and Al Maktoum International Airport are all directly accessible, linking residents easily to the rest of Dubai and to Abu Dhabi.
Community
Life in Dubai South
In 2024, Al Maktoum International Airport received approval for an AED 128 billion expansion. That landmark decision has made Dubai South, in 2026, one of the most strategically placed long-term growth corridors in Dubai. The work under way is speeding up investor interest in logistics, commercial and residential property. It also strengthens the district's role as a future hub for aviation, business and lifestyle, linked to Expo City Dubai and other major infrastructure projects.
Airport-Driven Long-Term Demand
At full capacity, Al Maktoum International Airport is projected to handle 260 million passengers a year, which would place it among the largest airports in the world. Building is proceeding in phases through 2030+. The expansion directly supports demand for hospitality, logistics and residential property within a 10 km radius. That radius is the core catchment, and Dubai South lies inside it.
Expo City Dubai as a Permanent Anchor
The Expo 2020 legacy site now runs as Expo City Dubai, a mixed-use urban district with corporate offices, attractions and events throughout the year. Siemens, Accenture and DP World are among its major tenants. The result is a steady pool of employees and visitors to events, all a short walk from the homes in the residential district.
Highest Yields in Accessible Dubai Districts
Gross rental yields in Dubai South typically run at 6.5–8.5%, and entry prices start at AED 490K. The premium exists because supply still lags demand from the airport and Expo, especially for furnished 1-bedroom units.
Route 2020 Metro Connectivity
The Route 2020 Metro extension on the Red Line serves Expo City Dubai. Most residential districts in Dubai South, however, still depend mainly on roads and feeder transport. Future infrastructure expansions are planned and should improve public transport access across the wider district.
Below-Market Entry Pricing
In Dubai South, the average price per sq ft is AED 1,200–1,800. That is 40–55% lower than Business Bay (AED 1,800–2,800) and 60–65% lower than Downtown Dubai (AED 2,800–4,000+). Studios begin at around AED 490K and 1-bedroom units at AED 920K. Few other freehold areas in Dubai let a buyer on a salary get onto the ladder without the capital an investor would need.
Emaar South: Golf Course Residential Community
The main residential sub-district is Emaar South, which is built around an 18-hole championship golf course. Its villas, townhouses and apartments follow a low-rise, community-led format. Townhouses start from AED 1.8M, making it the only golf course community in Dubai at this entry price.
Nearby
Landmarks around Dubai South
Expo City Dubai
A global district for innovation and lifestyle, with business hubs, events and cultural attractions.
Emaar South Golf Course
An 18-hole championship course ringed by residential communities and parks.
Al Maktoum International Airport
Dubai's future global aviation hub, supporting international connectivity and business.
Dubai Parks and Resorts
The largest integrated theme park destination in the Middle East.
Jebel Ali Beach
A public beach for cycling, outdoor activities and leisure by the water.
Jebel Ali Beach
A well-used public beach for outdoor activities and waterfront leisure.
- Expo City Attractions & Pavilions
- Al Wasl Plaza Events & Concerts
- 18-Hole Golf Course (Emaar South)
- Cycling & Running Tracks
- Kids' Play Areas & Community Parks
- Cafés & Dining at Expo City
- Dubai Airshow Venue (biennial, world's largest airshow)
- Community Pools & Gyms
Starting prices
What homes cost in Dubai South
Starting prices by unit type as published by the developers active in the area. Individual units vary by floor, view and finish; the project pages carry the detail.
| Unit | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Studio | AED 490,000 |
| 1-Bedroom | AED 920,000 |
| 2-Bedroom | AED 1,093,976 |
| 3-Bedroom | AED 2,893,888 |
| 3-Bedroom Townhouse | AED 2,399,999 |
| 4-Bedroom Townhouse | AED 3,750,000 |
| Unit | Starting from |
|---|---|
| 3-Bedroom Villa | AED 2,399,999 |
| 4-Bedroom Villa | AED 3,750,000 |
| 5-Bedroom Villa | AED 8,200,000 |
Getting around
Where Dubai South sits
Dubai South lies along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road in the city's southern corridor, next to Jebel Ali Free Zone and Al Maktoum International Airport, and has a metro link to central Dubai.
- Expo City Dubai
- 5 minutes
- Al Maktoum International Airport
- 6 minutes
- Jebel Ali Port & JAFZA
- 15 minutes
- Dubai Marina
- 20 minutes
- Downtown Dubai
- 35 Minutes
Drive times are the developer’s typical figures in light traffic.
Off-plan now
Projects in Dubai South
Few areas of Dubai have an off-plan pipeline as active as Dubai South. Two forces drive it: the ongoing expansion of Al Maktoum Airport and the expanding base of corporate tenants at Expo City. Developers keep launching keenly priced projects with post-handover payment plans, aimed at investors who want high yields at low entry points. Mature districts are largely built out. Dubai South still holds a large amount of undeveloped land, so supply will keep rising through 2030.
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Handover 2028
- Off-plan
AED 4.27Mfrom
Handover 2029
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Handover 2029
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Handover 2028
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Handover TBA
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AED 480Kfrom
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AED 280
Handover 2019
FAQ
Dubai South: buyer questions
Is Dubai South worth investing in during 2026?
Yes. It is one of the fastest-growing investment destinations in Dubai, with competitive entry prices, gross rental yields of 6–8% and strong long-term growth potential. Large infrastructure projects, such as the AED 128 billion expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport and the ongoing development of Expo City Dubai, should support steady residential demand and capital appreciation in the years ahead.
Which property types can buyers find in Dubai South?
The range of off-plan property is wide. Studios and apartments are available in communities such as South Living and Azizi Venice, while Emaar South, Waada and South Bay offer villas and townhouses. Studios start at roughly AED 500K, and premium family villas go above AED 6M+. The area pairs affordable entry prices and golf-course living with long-term growth linked to Expo City Dubai and Al Maktoum International Airport.
Can buyers find off-plan property in Dubai South?
Yes. The district is among the most active off-plan markets in Dubai. Leading developers such as Azizi Developments, Emaar Properties, BT Properties and Dubai South Properties have projects here. Apartments, villas and townhouses are on offer with flexible payment plans, and handovers run through 2026–2029.
How does Dubai South stack up against Business Bay?
Entry prices in Dubai South are much lower and rental yields are higher. In exchange, you give up central location and urban density, and gain space, infrastructure upside and long-term growth tied to the airport. Business Bay fits investors who want rental income now in a mature, liquid market. Dubai South fits those with a 5–10-year horizon who are positioning for growth linked to the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport and the wider city's maturation around it.
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