The Eden at Sobha Central vs The Mirage at Sobha Central
Side by side on price, unit sizes, payment plan and handover.
Where each one wins
Drawn from the two developments' published prices, plans and handover targets.
Lower entry price
The Eden at Sobha Central starts 14% lower, at AED 1,720,000 against AED 2,010,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
More space for the money
On average The Eden at Sobha Central works out at about AED 2,811 per sq ft against AED 3,102 at The Mirage at Sobha Central.
Sooner to complete
The Eden at Sobha Central is targeted for Q4 2029, ahead of The Mirage at Sobha Central in Q1 2030. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | The Eden at Sobha Central | The Mirage at Sobha Central |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Sobha Realty | Sobha Realty |
| Location | Sobha Central, Dubai | Sobha Central, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2029 | Q1 2030 |
| Price from | AED 1,720,000 | AED 2,010,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,811 | 3,102 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 2 bed | 1 bed |
| Sizes | 568 to 1,202 sq ft | 648 to 783 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 60/40 | 60/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 69,820 | AED 81,420 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | 677 |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Starting prices for the same home type
| Home type | The Eden at Sobha Central | The Mirage at Sobha Central | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,720,000568 to 695 sq ft | AED 2,010,000648 to 783 sq ft | AED 290,000 more at The Mirage at Sobha Central |
The Eden at Sobha Central
One- and two-bedroom apartments in a Sobha Central tower on Sheikh Zayed Road near JLT, from AED 1.72 million, with lift access to the scheme's podium mall. Completion is listed for December 2029.
What works
- About two minutes from Jebel Ali Metro Station on Sobha's figures
- Covered lift access from the tower to a podium mall, supermarket, cinema, gym and clinic
- Sheikh Zayed Road address next to JLT and Dubai Marina
What to weigh
- Six towers at Sobha Central, plus other launches nearby, will compete for the same tenants on completion
- About AED 3,000 per sq ft at the entry price; compare with resale prices in JLT and Dubai Marina
- Completion is not expected until December 2029
The Mirage at Sobha Central
A 677-apartment tower of one-bedroom homes at the corner of Sobha Central on Sheikh Zayed Road. Property Finder lists it from AED 2.01 million on a 60/40 plan, with completion in early 2030.
What works
- About two minutes from Jebel Ali Metro Station on Sobha's figures
- Part of a mixed-use scheme with a planned mall, offices and 250,000 sq ft of open space
- Corner position on Sheikh Zayed Road with dedicated access lanes, according to Sobha
What to weigh
- 677 one-bedroom flats in one tower, inside a scheme that has sold more than 1,500 homes, means heavy competition for tenants at handover
- Sobha publishes no starting price; the AED 2.01 million figure is Property Finder's
- Not on Sobha's current list of properties for sale, so confirm availability
The Eden at Sobha Central or The Mirage at Sobha Central?
Which is cheaper, The Eden at Sobha Central or The Mirage at Sobha Central?
The Eden at Sobha Central has the lower starting price at AED 1,720,000, compared with AED 2,010,000 at The Mirage at Sobha Central. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
The Eden at Sobha Central has the earlier target (Q4 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
The Eden at Sobha Central is sold on a 60/40 plan with 60% due before handover. The Mirage at Sobha Central is sold on a 60/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are The Eden at Sobha Central and The Mirage at Sobha Central by the same developer?
Yes, both are by Sobha Realty.
Want a straight answer on which to buy?
The right choice depends on your budget, timing and what the property is for. Tell us and we'll give you a recommendation, with the reasons.
- Current price list and availability, direct from the developer
- No fee to you on off-plan purchases: the developer pays us
- One salaried adviser, not on commission, from first call to handover
