The Woods Altura vs The Woods Serenity
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 1,210,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
Sooner to complete
The Woods Serenity 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 Serenity |
|---|---|---|
| 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 1,210,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | n/a | 2,032 |
| Home types | Apartments | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 2 bed | 1 to 2 bed |
| Sizes | n/a | 547 to 964 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 49,420 |
| 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 Serenity | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartments | AED 999,000 | AED 1,210,000547 sq ft | AED 211,000 more at The Woods Serenity |
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 1,600,000 | AED 1,600,000864 to 964 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 Serenity
The second apartment release in The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary, with parkland on two sides. One- and two-bedroom flats from AED 1.21 million on a 20/40/40 plan; completion listed for December 2029.
What works
- Plot bordered by parkland at front and rear, according to Sobha
- Entry price of AED 1.21 million for a new Sobha apartment
- Two-bedroom layouts of up to 964 sq ft on the published plans
What to weigh
- Sobha's starting price is about 21% above the AED 999,000 launch price still shown on Property Finder
- Size ranges differ between Sobha's listing card (626 to 1,130 sq ft) and its published plans (547 to 964 sq ft)
- Completion listed for December 2029 by Property Finder; Sobha gives no date
The Woods Altura or The Woods Serenity?
Which is cheaper, The Woods Altura or The Woods Serenity?
The Woods Altura has the lower starting price at AED 999,000, compared with AED 1,210,000 at The Woods Serenity. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
The Woods Serenity 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 Serenity is sold on a 20/40/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are The Woods Altura and The Woods Serenity 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
