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What You Need to Know About Dubai's Largest New District
Dubai South sets the global standard for creating future communities. Its infrastructure, eco-friendliness, and price growth potential make it one of the most attractive areas for investors.
General Information
– Area: 145km²
– Population: 1+ million people (expected)
– Developers: Dubai South Properties, Emaar, etc.
10 Facts About Dubai South
1️. It was conceived by Ruler of Dubai as an economic driver for the emirate's development, attracting businessmen and tourists from all over the world.
2️. The project was announced in 2006 under the name Dubai World Central. In 2015, it was renamed Dubai South.
3️. In 2013, the district was chosen as the venue for World Expo 2020.
4️. Dubai South encompasses 8 sub-areas, including residential, commercial, logistics, aviation, hospitality, and entertainment clusters.
5️. Proximity to major highways allows easy access to any Dubai location. In June 2021, the Expo 2020 metro station opened.
- 20 mins – Jebel Ali Beach
- 30 mins – Palm Jumeirah
- 35 mins – Downtown Dubai
6️. It is a global business hub with over 500,000 job opportunities and numerous offices.
7️. The district is home to Al Maktoum International Airport, which will become the world's largest, with a capacity of 260 million passengers per year.
8️. It has direct access to one of the biggest ports globally, Jebel Ali Port. The district plays a key role in international transportation, humanitarian aid, and trade.
9️. Dubai's leading developers offer residential freehold properties:
- Emaar – community, Emaar South, featuring a championship golf course
- Azizi – residential complex, Azizi Venice, located along an 18km lagoon
- Dubai South Properties – multi-phase community, South Bay, with beaches, parks, schools, and shopping centres
10. One of the world's largest air shows, Dubai Airshow, is held here. It showcases aircraft exhibitions and presentations of innovative technologies.
Average Prices for Apartments
1 Bedroom – From $177,000
2 Bedrooms – From $290,000
3 Bedrooms – From $467,000
Average Annual Rent
1 Bedroom – From $15,000
2 Bedrooms – From $21,000
3 Bedrooms – From $31,000
– Max ROI – 8.09% for 1-bedroom apartments
Launches in Dubai South
- Greenway 2
- Greenridge
- Fairway Villas 3
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