Top New Projects in Dubai South for Investments

Dubai South is emerging as one of the most compelling investment frontiers, where large-scale infrastructure, economic ambition, and relative affordability link up.

With the Expo City Dubai and the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport, and a growing residential ecosystem, the district is coming through from a future-focused master plan into a tangible, high-growth real estate market.

For investors seeking early-cycle opportunities with strong capital appreciation and rental yield potential, new projects in Dubai South serve a good balance of strategic location, modern community planning, and long-term upside; making them difficult to ignore in Dubai’s competitive property landscape.

Top New Projects in Dubai South

For Residents

1. Hayat by Dubai South

Dubai South Properties created Hayat, a sizable residential community with a wellness focus, in the Golf District of the Dubai South masterplan. The Golf District is a quickly developing suburban growth corridor that borders Al Maktoum International Airport and important road networks like Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road.

Top Features

• Human-centric planning underpins the initiative, giving well-being precedence over density.
• Focuses on middle, edge, and semi-detached townhouses with 3, 4, and 5-bedrooms.
• The median unit size is between 3,217 and 4,953 sq.ft., including spacious outdoor gardens and family-friendly private areas.

Investment Spotlight

Pricing at Hayat in Dubai South is in line with the community’s profile as a large, family-friendly neighborhood with potential for growth in the future. The current starting price of townhouses is AED 3.4 million for 3-bedroom residences, AED 4.3 million for 4-bedroom layouts, and AED 5.6 million or more for bigger 5-bedroom designs.

From an investment standpoint, the area’s closeness to key logistics hubs, free zones, and Al Maktoum International Airport supports rental demand and grounds a stable tenant base linked to job growth.

Market projections indicate strong capital appreciation as Dubai South’s infrastructure develops further, particularly with the airport’s expansion. Some outlooks predict double-digit growth in the medium term. Comparable suburban homes, meanwhile, usually produce rental yields in the middle of 6%, with more upside potential as demand increases and neighborhood facilities become fully operational.

Pros and Cons

Hayat involves a diverse residential mix spanning townhouse types. Delivery isn’t until 2028 meaning broader market dynamics at handover may differ from today’s outlook. However, the investment story is tethered to a future market cycle, which may look very different from the current climate by the time handover arrives, because completion is scheduled for 2028.

An inflow of new residential developments could put pressure on the market as Dubai South continues its rapid expansion, which could short-term slow capital appreciation. Plus, it could take some time for the lifestyle ecology to fully develop in some suburban areas near airports and industrial areas before they can reliably fetch premium pricing.

2. Cascada at Waada

Launched by BT Properties, Cascada at Waada is a mid-rise residential project within the Waada master community in Dubai South which is a fast expanding, mixed-use urban neighbourhood held by Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City Dubai. The complex is modeled after a cascading, pyramid-shaped architecture that accentuates views, natural light, and architectural individuality.

Top Features

• The project is a collection of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments.
• Sits at the nexus of reasonably priced luxury and community-centric living.
• Located in Waada, which is named as a “15-minute walkable city” with easy access to parks, schools, and healthcare on foot.
• Parkways, pedestrian networks, and manicured green spaces cover over 42% of Waada.

Investment Spotlight

The starting prices for Cascada at Waada begin at AED 872,000 for 1-bedroom units and hike up for larger layouts. The unit sizes sit between 745 sq.ft. and run up to 2,822 sq.ft. After handover, the payment plan permits flexibility (70/30 structure).

Gross rental yields in the asset class are estimated by preliminary data to be between 7 and 9%. For entry-level apartments, rental prices begin at about AED 45,000+ per year.

Demand for rentals is sustained by the area’s closeness to Expo City, airport employment, and expanding employment centers. For off-plan flats, the ROI expectation (capital + rental) is frequently stated as being between 6 and 8%+.

Pros and Cons

With tree-lined streets, open parks, and commonplace facilities built into daily living, Waada serves as a guaranteed walkable city with a degree of livability that is beyond the usual high-rise tower experience.

With a completion date of approximately Q4 2028, Cascada is still an off-plan opportunity, so the market environment at handover can greatly change from what it is now. A wave of new developments is also pushing the supply trend in Dubai South which may temporarily drive up prices and restrain capital growth in the initial years.

3. Emaar South – Golf Lane, Fairway Villas, Greenway

The 18-hole championship golf course in the heart of Emaar South, which is surrounded by parks, green spaces, and new urban infrastructure, makes it more than just a community. Close to Al Maktoum International Airport and next to Expo City Dubai, it is positioned as a growth corridor that combines strategic connectivity with residential tranquility.

Golf Lane, Fairway Villas, and Greenway all depict distinct approaches to living the green dream within this dynamic canvas, ranging from luxurious golf villas and family getaways to sophisticated townhomes tucked away in lush communities.

Key Features

• Golf Lane is set directly on the championship golf course, offering 4-bedroom semi-detached villas, 5-bedroom standalone villas with private rooftop terraces and stylish patios framing green panoramas.
• Fairway Villas involve spacious 3- and 4-bedroom layouts that spill into private gardens with a sport-inspired living.
• Greenway is a collection of 3- and 4-bedroom townhouses and 6-bedroom semi-detached homes.

Investment Spotlight

While Fairway Villas and Greenway are more recent developments with off-plan prices and delayed delivery dates, Golf Lane is a part of the solidly established golf-centric villa offering, which frequently commands premium placement among villa buyers.

With villas and townhouses (3-4) producing 5%-7% yearly gross yield, Emaar South as a community, involving villa and townhouse parts such as Fairway Villas and upcoming Greenway, maintains to deliver competitive rental values. But, in certain situations, the premium villas with a view of the golf course might yield up to 8% (higher in golf positions).

Pros and Cons

The Emaar South comes with diverse options starting from premium golf villas to modern townhomes with a growth corridor having Expo City and Al Maktoum International Airport as location landmarks. Besides, all clusters emphasize landscaped environments and leisure amenities.

Emaar South is still in a growth phase, with parts of its retail, transport, and community infrastructure developing gradually, making it better suited to investors with a mid- to long-term horizon. Relying on private vehicles is being reinforced by the lack of public transportation connectivity compared to central Dubai.

Also, rather than more reasonably priced, high-density apartment markets, the comparatively higher entry prices of villas and townhouses may reduce short-term rental returns because revenue may take longer to match capital appreciation.

4. Azizi Venice

More than just a housing development, Azizi Venice is an ambitious venture to infuse the essence of Venice’s waterways into the center of Dubai South's quickly evolving urban landscape. Private beaches, Venetian-style promenades, and an 18-km crystal lagoon (with man-made waves) serve as the community’s focal points, fostering a way of life that pulls in resort-style leisure with regular city life.

As the visual and experiential focal point, this imposing feature, which makes up about 23% of the community’s land area, makes sure that all of the residents sense a connection to the sea and open spaces.

Key Features

• Azizi Venice sits at the strategic crossroads of the Dubai South masterplan formed by airport-centric growth and economic diversification.
• The project is a 700-meter climate-controlled boulevard dotted with shops, cafes, and restaurants that are meant to serve as the social hub of the neighborhood.
• Involves a collection of studios, 1-3-bedroom apartments, and villas and luxury residences with premium water views.

Investment Spotlight

Recent off-plan phase transactional data (like Azizi Venice 3) indicates an average unit price of nearly AED 1.09 million. For Dubai’s residential market, the rental yield estimates for Azizi Venice apartments are still competitive, and they are especially high for more recent, well-planned developments. The studios make between 8 and 9% a year.

Pros and Cons

Investors must exercise patience and meticulous timetable preparation because, like many major off-plan projects in Dubai, delivery schedules and construction progress can change. Concerns about project quality and slower handovers on specific previous Azizi developments have generated some market talk.

5. The Pulse Beachfront

The Pulse Beachfront is a daring reimagining of what a modern coastal community may be in the bodywork of Dubai’s ever evolving urban scene, not just another housing development. In the master-planned Residential District of Dubai South, this development integrates practical, family-friendly design and lifestyle facilities while capturing the scheme of seaside living.

Expo City Dubai, Al Maktoum International Airport, and important centers for trade and logistics serve as the anchors of Dubai South, a strategic economic corridor.

The Pulse Beachfront takes advantage of this connectedness, allowing its residents to easily access business corners, transport hubs, and recreational spots while still feeling a long way from the bustle of the city.

Key Features

• 788 villas and townhouses bring together livable family homes, serving 3- to 5-bedroom layouts spanning 2,600 to 4,800 sq. ft.
• Each residence involves open-plan living with natural light, while retaining closed kitchens and maids’ quarters.
• Private gardens and rooftop terraces further extend the home beyond its walls.

Investment Spotlight

Even if it was the community’s infancy, all 788 residential units which are a mix of townhouses and villas with 3, 4, and 5 bedrooms were sold out soon after debut, proving strong demand from investors.

Based on size and kind, the average sales price of completed villas is currently between AED 3.8 million and AED 4.0 million. Lower starting costs during the off-plan phase (some listings listed 3-bedroom units for about AED 2.4 million and 4-bedroom units for AED 3.2 - 3.3 million) indicate a discernible shoot up in value even prior to handover.

For villa properties in Dubai South, such as The Pulse Beachfront, market platforms show rental yields typically in the 5-7% range. This is competitive among suburban villa markets and higher than normal villa yields in more established luxury districts.

Pros and Cons

Major highways are easily accessible from the complex, which is only a short distance from Expo City Dubai and Al Maktoum International Airport. Although the community is gated, there are green areas and areas that are suitable for children.

This includes a half-Olympic pool, skate parks, tennis and padel courts, and a man-made seaside lagoon. On the other hand, it takes longer to go to major commercial centers and well-liked neighborhoods like Downtown, Marina, or JLT if you live on Dubai’s outskirts.

For Business Owners

1. Dubai South Business Park

Dubai South Business Park is the commercial and corporate heart of Dubai South; a bold, government-led urban project designed to be the world’s first “aerotropolis” (airport-centric smart city).

What makes the Business Park significant isn’t just its offices, but the ecosystem it creates for companies to run, expand, and thrive within a free-zone environment. Dubai South itself stretches across 145 km² and integrates living, working, logistics, aviation and exhibition districts into a connected, future-oriented city framework.

Key Features

• Since Business Park is a premium free zone, companies can have 100% foreign ownership, no corporation or personal taxes, and complete profit repatriation.
• The Park involves 11 modern office buildings which are categorised into ready-to-occupy Headquarters buildings and shell and core spaces.

Investment Spotlight

Designed as a purpose-built free-zone business ecosystem, Dubai South Business Park serves as the economic hub of the larger development. Dubai South is currently home to over 4,000 businesses, proving high corporate confidence and retention.

Business Park offices often cost between AED 50 and AED 90 per sq.ft. per year, which is competitive when compared to submarkets in central Dubai and reflects the park’s outlying but expanding commercial position.

Pros and Cons

Business Park benefits from strong transport links, peak-hour traffic can pose challenges and planning for commuting remains an operational consideration.

Real Estate Investment Forecasts (Dubai South)

Due to the expansion of the airport, Expo legacy, and transportation connectivity, Dubai South has seen a surge in transactions (about +35% in 2025) and price level trends (+10% yearly rise per sq.ft.).

When compared to inland towns, the waterfront location usually fetches a premium of 15-20% in rents and prices, which spikes the likelihood of appreciation as the neighborhood ages.

As infrastructure, community development, and economic factors pick up steam, Dubai South prices are predicted to continue climbing, with a growth of +15-20% anticipated over the coming years.

Conclusion

Dubai South is quickly becoming one of Dubai’s finest investment frontiers; it is no longer just a future promise on a master plan. The region provides investors a unique opportunity to enter before full maturity pricing is baked in, with infrastructure now taking shape, communities forming, and demand spurred by aviation, logistics, and the legacy of Expo City.

Well-planned communities around Expo City and job centers are suitable for long-term rental income because of their stability and yield potential. Early-phase villa and townhouse projects in lifestyle-driven developments serve the potential for capital growth as the district develops further.

The main lesson is clear: persistence and foresight are highly rewarded in Dubai South. Investors who base their approach on the long-term goals of the region rather than speculative short-term speculation stand to gain the most from its development into a fully integrated metropolitan center. Clarity comes next: decide on your investment goals, evaluate the project’s foundation, and do your path before Dubai South reaches its peak.