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Sobha Realty
Sobha Realty is a vertically integrated developer that owns the construction supply chain it builds with — an unusual structure that produces the brand's reputation for on-time handover and low post-handover snag rates. Within Dubai, Sobha operates the eight-million-square-foot Hartland and Hartland II communities, the Sobha One twin-tower complex at Ras Al Khor, and a growing villa portfolio in Wadi Al Safa.
- Founded
- 1976
- Headquarters
- Dubai, UAE
- 8 projects
- 8
- Website
- sobharealty.com/
▸ Frequently Asked Questions
Buying from Sobha Realty, what to know.
Can foreigners buy property in Dubai?
Yes. Since 2002, non-UAE nationals can buy 100% freehold property in designated zones across Dubai, with full ownership rights, no nationality restrictions, and no requirement to be physically present in the UAE for the purchase.
Read answer →What is the Dubai Golden Visa property investment threshold?
The UAE Golden Visa requires a minimum property investment of AED 2 million (approximately USD 545,000), either a single property or a combined portfolio. The visa grants 10 years of renewable residency, covers the holder's spouse, all children regardless of age, and parents, with no minimum-stay requirement in the UAE.
Read answer →Are Dubai off-plan property investments safe?
Yes, when bought from a RERA-licensed developer through proper channels. All off-plan funds in Dubai must be held in escrow accounts supervised by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA); developers can only draw against verified construction milestones. Combined with the major developers' track records since 2002, this makes Dubai one of the most regulated off-plan markets globally.
Read answer →How does the Dubai off-plan payment plan work?
A typical Dubai off-plan payment plan requires 10–20% on signing, 40–60% spread across construction milestones over 2–4 years, and the balance at handover. Major developers offer post-handover plans extending payments 2–5 years after key collection, with no interest. All payments go to a RERA-supervised escrow account, not the developer.
Read answer →Freehold vs leasehold in Dubai, what's the difference?
Freehold means perpetual, inheritable, transferable ownership of both the unit and a share of the land, the standard for premium Dubai property and the only structure available to foreign buyers. Leasehold means a long-term lease (typically 30–99 years) of an asset whose underlying ownership remains with the original developer or the government. Foreigners can only buy freehold in designated zones.
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