MARKETS · AUGUST 7 · 5 MIN
Major Mixed-Use Development Announced in Dubai South Near New Al Maktoum Airport (DWC)
Dubai South and Majid Al Futtaim Announce Mixed-Use Community Near Al Maktoum Airport
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Dubai South
Dubai South developer since 2006 — South Living (2026) and South Square S1 (2028)
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Who Dubai South is, in 30 seconds.
Dubai South Properties is one of the UAE's leading developers, which has been operating in the Dubai construction market since 2006. The developer's main objective is to change its approach to construction and build not just houses, but a complete living environment where modern and comfortable interior spaces are combined with prosperous and picturesque exterior spaces. Therefore, the real estate solutions that the company implements embrace different lifestyles of society and reflect diversity, inclusiveness and innovation.
The company's major and highly ambitious project is the creation of a residential cluster around Al Maktoum Airport. The project with the same name, Dubai South, has been created in line with Dubai's Strategic Development Plan and is designed to contribute to the emirate's ongoing efforts to ensure sustainable economic growth and consolidate Dubai's position as the preferred investment destination for businesses in the global investment and construction market.
The Dubai South cluster initiative aims to support entrepreneurship and innovation within a harmonious ecosystem that contributes to the UAE's economic growth. By implementing such an important and ambitious project, Dubai South Properties is undoubtedly a catalyst for Dubai's macroeconomic performance and creates the conditions for realizing the most positive and attractive vision of the emirate from investors around the world. Through continuous efforts to enhance its competitiveness, Dubai South Properties remains one of the leaders in innovation and transformation in the UAE construction industry.
ACTIVE OFF-PLAN · 5 PROJECTS
Currently building.
DUBAI SOUTH · DUBAI
Dubai South
BEACHFRONT GATES 2
Handover · 4Q 2026
From AED 1.42MFrom $387KFrom €339K
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DUBAI SOUTH · DUBAI
Dubai South
SOUTH LIVING
Handover · 4Q 2026
From AED 1.48MFrom $404KFrom €353K
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DUBAI SOUTH · DUBAI
Dubai South
SOUTH SQUARE TOWER S1
Handover · 4Q 2028
From AED 1.26MFrom $344KFrom €301K
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DUBAI SOUTH · DUBAI
Dubai South
SOUTH BAY PHASE 1-3
From AED 4.50MFrom $1.23MFrom €1.07M
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DUBAI SOUTH · DUBAI
Dubai South
HAYAT BY DUBAI SOUTH PHASE 1
Handover · 1Q 2029
From AED 4.65MFrom $1.27MFrom €1.11M
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FAQ · about Dubai South
Buyer questions about Dubai South.
How long has Dubai South Properties been operating?
According to the company, Dubai South Properties has been operating in the Dubai construction market since 2006.Where are all Dubai South Properties projects located?
All three tracked projects are within the Dubai South district — the master community built around Al Maktoum Airport.What are the handover dates for Dubai South projects?
South Living targets a handover year of 2026 in our records; South Square Tower S1 targets handover in 2028. South Bay Phase 1-3 is available but does not yet show a confirmed handover year in our database.What is the main development driver for Dubai South?
The area is anchored by Al Maktoum International Airport and is designed as part of Dubai's Strategic Development Plan for the emirate's southern economic zone.What should buyers consider about infrastructure in Dubai South?
Dubai South is an active master-development zone. Buyers should assess current amenity, transport, and infrastructure completeness independently, and factor in that the area is still maturing.
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