The Horizon 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 Horizon at Sobha Central starts 4% lower, at AED 1,920,000 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 Horizon at Sobha Central works out at about AED 3,015 per sq ft against AED 3,102 at The Mirage at Sobha Central.
Sooner to complete
The Horizon 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 Horizon 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 1,920,000 | AED 2,010,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,015 | 3,102 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 2 bed | 1 bed |
| Sizes | 568 to 1,346 sq ft | 648 to 783 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/40/40 | 60/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 77,820 | 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 Horizon at Sobha Central | The Mirage at Sobha Central | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,920,000568 to 695 sq ft | AED 2,010,000648 to 783 sq ft | AED 90,000 more at The Mirage at Sobha Central |
The Horizon at Sobha Central
The first tower of Sobha Central on Sheikh Zayed Road near JLT: one- and two-bedroom apartments from AED 1.92 million, on a 20/40/40 plan with completion listed for December 2029.
What works
- First tower of the Sobha Central scheme, with lift links to the podium mall and two neighbouring towers
- About two minutes from Jebel Ali Metro Station on Sobha's figures
- Sobha says no other towers stand within 500 metres, which supports open views
What to weigh
- Entry price has risen from about AED 1.68 million at launch to AED 1.92 million; the remaining one-bedroom stock appears to be the largest layout
- Sobha's top quoted size (1,554 sq ft) is not matched by a published plan
- Six towers of similar flats at Sobha Central complete around the same time
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 Horizon at Sobha Central or The Mirage at Sobha Central?
Which is cheaper, The Horizon at Sobha Central or The Mirage at Sobha Central?
The Horizon at Sobha Central has the lower starting price at AED 1,920,000, 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 Horizon 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 Horizon at Sobha Central is sold on a 20/40/40 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 Horizon 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
