South Bay 1

About South Bay 1

South Bay 1 is a gated residential cluster within the Residential District of Dubai South, near Expo City Dubai and Al Maktoum International Airport. Set around an artificial lagoon with beach-style access, it is positioned as a calm, master-planned environment with contemporary architecture and landscaped streets. Homes in South Bay 1 are predominantly three and four-bedroom townhouses alongside larger five to seven-bedroom villas, including semi‑detached layouts and a limited number of waterfront mansions. Designs typically feature G+2 configurations, open-plan living, maid’s rooms and private outdoor spaces such as gardens, terraces or rooftop areas. Finishes in the initial releases have been described as modern and high-spec, with details such as sleek kitchens and glass balustrades. The community has been delivered in phases; South Bay 1 represents the first phase and is under final stages of construction with handover scheduled for late 2025. Lifestyle in South Bay 1 centres on the lagoon and its promenade, complemented by family‑oriented amenities. Planned facilities for residents include a clubhouse with gym and lounge areas, multiple pools, jogging and cycling tracks, parks and play areas, and designated yoga or wellness spaces. Daily needs are catered for by community retail and cafés, while a mosque and community centre are integrated into the master plan. The wider Dubai South area adds nurseries, schools and healthcare options a short drive away. Access is straightforward by car via Expo Road (E77), with connections to Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) for routes across the city. The location offers convenient reach to Expo City and logistics and business hubs in and around Dubai South, while major leisure destinations along the coastline are within driving distance. Public transport is developing in this part of the city; bus stops serve Dubai South and the closest metro station is at Expo 2020, typically reached by car or feeder services. Overall, South Bay 1 suits residents seeking a new-build, lagoon‑front setting with community amenities in an emerging growth corridor of Dubai.

251 villas: 30 three-beds of 2,894 to 2,915 sqft, 96 four-beds of 3,538 to 3,557 sqft, 104 five-beds of 4,264 to 8,419 sqft, 14 six-beds of 11,217 sqft and 7 seven-beds of 13,675 sqft.

4 villas sold in the 12 months to February 2026, at a median of AED 1,180 per sqft. Most of the trading is in four-beds: 3 of the 4 sales, at AED 3,000,000 to 4,600,000.

Developer

Dubai South Properties Dwc

Completed

2025

Villas

251

Villa types

3-bed to 7-bed