The Woods Altura vs The Woods Retreat
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 Woods Altura starts 17% lower, at AED 999,000 against AED 1,200,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
The Woods Retreat is targeted for Q4 2029, ahead of The Woods Altura in Q4 2030. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | The Woods Altura | The Woods Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Sobha Realty | Sobha Realty |
| Location | Sobha Sanctuary, Dubai | Sobha Sanctuary, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2030 | Q4 2029 |
| Price from | AED 999,000 | AED 1,200,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | n/a | 2,025 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 2 bed | 1 to 2 bed |
| Sizes | n/a | 546 to 965 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/40/40 | 20/40/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 40,980 | AED 49,020 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | No | No |
| Total homes | n/a | n/a |
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 Woods Altura | The Woods Retreat | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 999,000 | AED 1,200,000546 sq ft | AED 201,000 more at The Woods Retreat |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 1,600,000 | AED 1,600,000864 to 965 sq ft | Same |
The Woods Altura
One- and two-bedroom apartments in The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary, described as the last building of the first apartment phase. From AED 999,000 on a 20/40/40 plan, with completion listed for December 2030.
What works
- Launch price from AED 999,000, low for a new Sobha apartment in Dubai
- Listed by Property Finder among Sobha's projects with developer stock
- Outdoor-led facilities, including lap pools, trails, a calisthenics area and a clubhouse
What to weigh
- No floor plans or sizes published for this building yet, and no page found on Sobha's own website
- Completion listed for December 2030 by Property Finder only
- Several towers of similar flats in The Woods will complete in the same years and compete for tenants
The Woods Retreat
Stepped apartment buildings with garden courts and water features in The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary. One- and two-bedroom flats from AED 1.2 million, 20/40/40 plan, completion listed for December 2029.
What works
- Stepped, garden-court design with water features and shaded walkways, according to Sobha
- New Sobha apartment from AED 1.2 million, with in-house construction and finishing
- Access to two main roads: Dubai to Al Ain and Jebel Ali to Lehbab, per Sobha
What to weigh
- Sobha's own sources disagree on price: AED 1.2 million on the listing, AED 999,000 in the page FAQ
- Listing card sizes (650 to 1,130 sq ft) differ from the published floor plans (546 to 965 sq ft)
- Completion listed for December 2029 by Property Finder; not stated by Sobha
The Woods Altura or The Woods Retreat?
Which is cheaper, The Woods Altura or The Woods Retreat?
The Woods Altura has the lower starting price at AED 999,000, compared with AED 1,200,000 at The Woods Retreat. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
The Woods Retreat has the earlier target (Q4 2029). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
The Woods Altura is sold on a 20/40/40 plan with 60% due before handover. The Woods Retreat is sold on a 20/40/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are The Woods Altura and The Woods Retreat 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
