Sobha Realty has launched a major new development on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road, unveiling plans for a self-contained, mixed-use project featuring six towers, high-street retail, green parks, and premium office space.
Dubbed Sobha Central, the landmark project will feature 1,225 new one- and two-bedroom residences housed within its first tower, The Horizon, due for completion in December 2029.
Sobha describes the project as a “vertical urban sanctuary” blending luxury living, workspaces, retail and wellness – all in one central Dubai location.
“Sobha Central is a bold expression of our vision to shape the future of urban living in Dubai,” said Ravi Menon, chairman of Sobha Group.
“Strategically located on the most powerful corridor of the Middle East – Sheikh Zayed Road – this development goes beyond architecture to create a self-sustained high living community.”
The development is set to further include:
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250,000 sq ft of green park space
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175,000 sq ft of leasable office space
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160,000 sq ft of retail, including a luxury shopping mall
A highlight of the design is an elevated circulation path that links all six towers, offering direct access to a gym, theatre, clubhouse, mall, restaurants, supermarkets and a Grand Hall. Outdoors, the project will feature landscaped terraces, infinity pools and private courtyards nestled within the central park.
The location is set to give residents quick access to nearby hotspots such as JBR, Dubai Marina, and Internet and Media City, with Menon pointing to the area’s strong real estate fundamentals:
“Recent industry reports highlight Marina, JLT and surrounding corridors among Dubai’s most resilient sub-markets, recording rental yields of 7–10 per cent and consistent capital appreciation.”
Sobha Central will also incorporate eco-conscious features such as energy-efficient HVAC systems, EV charging stations, double-glazed façades and district cooling.
The announcement comes as Dubai’s real estate market continues to surge, with developers capitalising on demand for premium, well-located residences. Sobha Realty, whose flagship community Sobha Hartland now houses more than 11,000 residents, is expanding its footprint with multiple new launches, including its first island project, Sobha Siniya Island.
