Community guide
Dubai South: the complete guide
One page on the community: where it is, what is being built, who is building it and how buyers pay.
Overview
The community at a glance
Dubai South is a master-planned district in the south of Dubai. It is organised around Al Maktoum International Airport and sits next to Expo City Dubai, with residential neighbourhoods planned alongside business, logistics and aviation zones.
For buyers, that means a choice of new apartments, townhouses and villas, most of them sold off-plan with payment plans spread over construction.
Below, everything else on this page is counted from the current project data.
- 71
- projects listed
- 48
- developers
- 48
- selling now
- 2026–29
- expected handovers
Map
Where the projects are
Supply
What is being built
- Apartments61 projects
- Townhouses5 projects
- Villas6 projects
- Commercial2 projects
- The lowest starting price among projects selling now is AED 498,000, subject to availability.
- Ready9Ready now: 9 projects
- 20269Handover 2026: 9 projects
- 202726Handover 2027: 26 projects
- 202822Handover 2028: 22 projects
- 20293Handover 2029: 3 projects
Show as table
| Handover | Projects |
|---|---|
| Ready | 9 |
| 2026 | 9 |
| 2027 | 26 |
| 2028 | 22 |
| 2029 | 3 |
Payment plans
How buyers pay in Dubai South
49
projects publish a payment plan (81 plans in total)
32
projects offer payments after handover
Most common splits
- 10/40/505 plans
- 20/20/605 plans
- 10/20/704 plans
- 20/30/504 plans
Where schedules list fees, a Dubai Land Department (DLD) registration fee of 4% is due at booking (54 plans).
Developers
Who is building here
- Dubai South9
- Lincoln Star Real Estate Development3
- Zenith Group3
- Zoya Developments3
- Al Ghurair Properties2
- Azizi Developments2
- Credo Investments FZE2
- DAMAC Properties2
- Ellington Properties2
- Evera Development2
- GFS Developments2
- Merath Management2
- OKSA Developer2
- Acube Development1
- AGN Skyline Developers1
- Al Helal Al Zahaby Real Estate Development (HZ Development)1
Living there
Amenities developers list most often
- Gym· 26 projects
- Swimming Pool· 25 projects
- Kids' Play Area· 23 projects
- BBQ Area· 22 projects
- Jogging Track· 12 projects
- Outdoor Cinema· 10 projects
- Infinity Pool· 9 projects
- Lift· 6 projects
- Pool Deck· 6 projects
- Fully Equipped Gym· 5 projects
- Lobby· 5 projects
- Shared Pool· 5 projects
- Zen Garden· 5 projects
- Children’s Play Area· 4 projects
Connectivity
Drive times listed by developers
- Al Maktoum International AirportAirports4 to 17 min · 4.7 to 22.2 kmListed by 33 projects
- Downtown DubaiCommunities & Districts20 to 40 min · 37.8 to 48.4 kmListed by 23 projects
- Expo City DubaiCommunities & Districts3 to 20 min · 3 to 10 kmListed by 21 projects
- Dubai MarinaMarinas & Ports15 to 30 minListed by 16 projects
- Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)Airports3 to 28 min · 6 to 15 kmListed by 15 projects
- Marina BeachBeaches37 min · 22.7 to 38.7 kmListed by 15 projects
FAQ
Dubai South questions
What is Dubai South?
Dubai South is a master-planned district in the south of Dubai, built around Al Maktoum International Airport and next to Expo City Dubai. It combines residential neighbourhoods with logistics, business and aviation zones.
How many off-plan projects are listed in Dubai South?
71 projects are listed here: 48 selling now, 3 coming soon and 20 sold out (project data as of 4 October 2026).
Which developers are building in Dubai South?
The listed projects come from 48 developers, including Dubai South, Lincoln Star Real Estate Development, Zenith Group, Zoya Developments and Al Ghurair Properties.
What types of homes can I buy in Dubai South?
Apartments from studios up to 3 bedrooms, plus townhouses and villas in 9 projects. Each project page lists the unit types, sizes and prices the developer has published.
What do prices in Dubai South start from?
The lowest starting price among the projects selling now is AED 498,000, subject to availability. Prices move with availability, so we confirm the current figure with the developer before you commit.
What payment plans are available?
49 of the listed projects publish a payment plan. Common splits include 10/40/50, 20/20/60 and 10/20/70 (booking / construction / handover, then any payments after handover). 32 projects offer payments after handover.
When will the projects be handed over?
9 listed projects are already complete. Expected handovers for the others run from 2026 to 2029. Dates can change, and each project page shows the developer’s latest date.
What fees apply when buying off-plan?
In the payment schedules that list fees, a Dubai Land Department (DLD) registration fee of 4% is due at booking (54 plans). Other fees vary by developer; we list them before you reserve.
Can buying in Dubai South lead to a Golden Visa?
Some property investors qualify for a UAE Golden Visa, depending on the property value and current rules, including how off-plan property is treated. We check the rules that apply on the day you reserve.
How do I register my interest?
Use any “Register interest” form on this site, or call or email us. An advisor replies with current availability, floor plans and payment plans.
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