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Dubai South

Dubai South is a development on a global scale — 145 sq km surrounding Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), which a $35 billion investment is turning into the world's largest airport (target: 260 million passengers per year). The masterplan includes established sub-communities such as Emaar South, Azizi Venice, the central Residential District, Expo City Dubai (the Expo 2020 site), Hayat, and Logistics City. With the Gold Line metro set to connect DXB to DWC in 2032, the area is one of the clearest long-term opportunities of 2026 — residential transactions jumped 30% from 2024 to 2025.

Master developer Dubai South Properties (government-owned) Established 2006 (originally named Dubai World Central) Size ~145 sq km Residential District · Emaar South · Azizi Venice · Expo City · Hayat · Logistics City Airport city · mixed residential, logistics and tourism

7–9%

Rental yield (apartments)

1,100–1,300 AED

Average price per sq ft

~10 min

Distance to DWC airport

CONNECTIVITY

Where Dubai South sits.

Dubai South connects directly to the E311 and E611 — Dubai's two main highways. The expansion of access roads around DWC and Expo City is under way as part of the 2030 aviation masterplan.

Drive times

Al Maktoum Airport (DWC)~10 min

Expo City Dubai~5 min

Palm Jebel Ali~20 min

Dubai Marina / JBR~30 min

Downtown / Burj Khalifa~40 min

DXB Airport~45 min

Metro & transport

Gold Line · Planned

Nearest station today: No active station today

The RTA's Gold Line — a $9.25 billion investment spanning 42 km and 15 stations — will connect DXB to Al Maktoum (DWC) via Dubai South. Official completion date: 2032. A major driver behind value-growth forecasts for the area.

Major roads

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed RoadE311

Emirates RoadE611

Expo Road

NEIGHBORHOOD LIFE

A full life — without leaving.

Education

GEMS South Academy and additional GEMS Education campuses
A network of nurseries and schools expanding in step with the area's development
Heriot-Watt University Dubai (~15 min)

Healthcare

Clinics and medical centres within The Residential District
Al Maktoum Hospital (Sharaf, ~15 min)
Healthcare provision is being expanded as part of the masterplan

Shopping

Souk South (Residential District) — a community marketplace
Expo City Mall — a mall in the heart of nearby Expo City
Dubai Outlet Mall (~20 min)

Leisure

Community parks in every sub-community
Expo City Dubai — the Expo 2020 site (~5 min)
Dubai Parks and Resorts (~20 min) — Motiongate, Legoland, Bollywood
Fitness clubs and swimming pools in every new community

Landmarks

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — Dubai's second airport, set to be the world's largest by 2030
Expo City Dubai — the Expo 2020 site, now repurposed into a cultural and business hub
Dubai South Logistics District — the heart of Dubai's aviation and logistics sector

THE DATA

The numbers. No fluff.

Dubai South is the clearest 'infrastructure-led value' story of 2026. The expansion of DWC into the world's largest airport, the arrival of the Gold Line metro in 2032, and a 30% rise in residential transactions in 2025 over 2024 — these three engines are expected to push the area into the top tier by 2030. Entry prices today are among the lowest in the city, yet the upside potential is substantial. Patience is required: most projects are pre-construction, with handovers in 2028-2030.

7–9%

Gross rental yield · city avg ~6.8%

1,100–1,300 AED/sqft

Current price · per sq.ft

10–15 AED per sq ft AED/sqft

Service charge · per year

Avg. price per sq.ft · 2022–2026 ▲ +37% over 4 years

20222023202420252026

Studio / 1BR8–9%

2BR apartment7–8.5%

Villas (Emaar South)5.5–7%

FIGURES INDICATIVE, NOT A GUARANTEE · AS OF 2026-05-26

LOOKING AHEAD

What's coming to Dubai South.

Planned and under-construction developments that shape value and quality of life in the years ahead.

Infrastructure Under construction

Al Maktoum International (DWC) expansion

A $35 billion investment to turn DWC into the world's largest airport — with a target capacity of 260 million passengers per year. The expansion has already drawn 80+ new hotels to the area and is generating massive rental demand from aviation and logistics workers.

Expected: 2030

Transport Approved

Gold Line metro

A $9.25 billion investment in 42 km of new metro. It will connect DXB to DWC with 15 stations along the hotel and business corridor, including several stations in Dubai South.

Expected: 2032

Other Under construction

Emaar South — new phases

Emaar is expanding its community in Dubai South with new villa and townhouse phases. Handover dates range from Q1 2028 to Q1 2030.

Expected: 2028

Leisure Under construction

Expo City Dubai — Phase 2

The Expo 2020 site continues to evolve into a cultural, business and residential hub. Phase 2 includes new towers, a convention centre, and additional hotels.

Expected: 2027

IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who Dubai South suits best.

A strong fit if you're…

5-to-10-year investors who believe that the DWC infrastructure plus the Gold Line metro will lift the area's value significantly
Off-plan, pre-construction investors — most projects are available at an early stage at attractive prices with 2028-2030 handovers
Investors targeting tourism plus aviation-worker rentals as their tenant base
Young couples looking for a first home at an accessible price (~500K AED for a studio)

Look elsewhere if you want…

Anyone seeking high immediate yield — the area is still developing and many projects have yet to be handed over
Anyone who requires proximity to Downtown or the Marina — a 30-40 minute drive away

68 PROJECTS IN DUBAI SOUTH

What's available right now.

Live from the catalog — sorted cheapest first.

Showing 49 – 68 of 68 projects

OFF-PLAN

BT Properties

GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about Dubai South.

What is the main reason to invest in Dubai South?+

A combination of three drivers: (1) the world's largest airport is expanding here — a $35 billion investment with a target of 260 million passengers per year; (2) the Gold Line metro will connect the area to DXB in 2032; (3) low entry prices (1,100-1,300 AED per sq ft versus a city average of 1,800+).

When will the projects be ready for occupancy?+

Most projects in Dubai South are pre-construction, with handovers between Q1 2028 and Q1 2030. Emaar South and Azizi Venice also offer projects delivering earlier (2027). There are established communities that are already occupied (Residential District, Hayat).

Will there be a metro station in Dubai South?+

Yes — the RTA's Gold Line, part of a $9.25 billion investment, will connect DXB to Al Maktoum (DWC) via Dubai South in 2032. The line includes 15 stations along the hotel corridor and creates a proximity premium for nearby properties.

What is the entry price for a property in Dubai South?+

Studio: ~480K AED. 1BR: 840K-890K AED. 2BR: 1.38-1.57 million AED. 4BR villa (Emaar South): 4.35-4.9 million AED. These are among the most accessible prices in Dubai for new properties from Emaar/Azizi.

What is the expected yield?+

Current rental yields range from 7% to 9% for apartments. Demand comes from three directions: aviation and logistics workers at DWC, professionals working in Expo City, and families looking for an accessible price. A 30% rise in transactions from 2024 to 2025 confirms the momentum.

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Dubai South

Where Dubai South sits.

Drive times

Metro & transport

Major roads

A full life — without leaving.

Education

Healthcare

Shopping

Leisure

Landmarks

The numbers. No fluff.

What's coming to Dubai South.

Al Maktoum International (DWC) expansion

Gold Line metro

Emaar South — new phases

Expo City Dubai — Phase 2

Who Dubai South suits best.

What's available right now.

Rayhan 1 by BT Properties at Waada, Dubai South, Dubai

Emaar Greenway 2 at Madinat Al Mataar, Emaar South, Dubai

Azizi Venice 20 at Dubai South, Dubai

Dubai South Hayat 6, Dubai

HAYAT at Dubai South, Dubai

South Bay at Dubai South

Azizi Monaco Mansions at Dubai South, Dubai

Westar Altair at Dubai South, Dubai

Ramada Residences by Lincoln at Dubai South, Dubai

Amaryllis by Acube Abodes at Dubai South, Dubai

The Collective by Bold Living at Dubai South, Dubai

Courtyard One by Golden Light at Dubai South, Dubai

Zenith Unique One at Dubai South, Dubai

Hayat 3 Residences at Dubai South, Dubai

Hayat 2 Residences at Dubai South, Dubai

Lincoln Star Residence 2 at Dubai South, Dubai

Armas by Zenith at Dubai South, Dubai

Golden Woods Albab Views at Dubai South, Dubai

AGN Casa Aura Residence at Dubai South, Dubai

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