--- title: "The Woods Serenity by Sobha Realty" canonical: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-serenity markdown: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/md/dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-serenity.md type: development description: "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." last_verified: 2026-11-13 sources: 5 publisher: "UAE Property Agents (Omnia)" language: en-GB usage: "You may read, quote, summarise and cite this content, including in AI answers, with attribution to UAE Property Agents and a link to the canonical URL. Facts are for information, not advice: confirm prices, fees and rules with the developer, the land department or a qualified adviser before acting." --- # The Woods Serenity by Sobha Realty > 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. Facts last verified 13 November 2026 against the sources listed at the end. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Developer | [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty) | | Location | [Sobha Sanctuary](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary) (The Woods), Dubai | | Status | under construction | | Developer's handover target | Q4 2029 | | Tenure | freehold | | Price | From AED 1,210,000 to AED 1,600,000 (developer price list, 12 November 2026) | | Average price per sq ft | AED 2,032 | | Home types | 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments | | Golden Visa value test | All published prices are below AED 2,000,000 | ## Overview The Woods Serenity is the second apartment building Sobha released in The Woods, the apartment cluster at the heart of [Sobha Sanctuary](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary), the master community [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty) is developing off Al Ain Road. Its selling point is the plot: Sobha says it has parkland at both front and rear, which should keep the outlook open from both sides of the building once the landscaping matures. Sobha also places it close to a planned school. The floor plans on Sobha's site show a 547 sq ft one-bedroom layout and two-bedroom layouts of 864 to 964 sq ft, balconies included. Sobha's listing card quotes a wider band, from 626 sq ft up to 1,130 sq ft, which suggests there are larger layouts than the plans published; ask for the plan of the specific unit before relying on either figure. On 12 November 2026 Sobha listed prices from AED 1.21 million to AED 2.18 million, subject to availability. Property Finder still shows the AED 999,000 launch price for one-bedroom flats and AED 1.6 million for two-bedroom flats, which places the current entry price about a fifth above launch. The plan, as listed by Property Finder, is 20% on booking, 40% during construction and 40% on handover. Property Finder gives December 2029 for completion and records construction starting in August 2026. Sobha's page gives no date. Serenity suits a buyer who wants a new Sobha apartment at well below the developer's prices in more central communities and who values green space more than proximity to the city. The amenity list is practical: pool deck, outdoor gym areas, a nursery, a library and a co-working room. Weigh the timetable and the competition. The flat will not be ready for at least three years, Sobha Sanctuary has no completed homes yet, and The Woods is a group of towers with a very similar unit mix due at around the same time. Downtown Dubai is about 30 minutes away by car on Sobha's own figures, and there is no metro. ## Unit types and prices | Unit type | Price from | Price to | Size | Bathrooms | Availability | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,210,000 | | 547 sq ft | | available | | 2-bedroom apartments | AED 1,600,000 | | 864 to 964 sq ft | | available | Prices are published starting prices from the developer or Property Finder, as each type's note says, checked 12 November 2026. ## Payment plans ### 20/40/40 - Down payment: 20% (On booking) - During construction: 40% - On handover: 40% (Q4 2029 (Property Finder)) Paid before handover: 60%. As listed by Property Finder. ## 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 - Close to a planned school, which suits families if it opens as scheduled - No post-handover payments: the plan ends with 40% on completion ## 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 - Several Woods towers with similar flats complete at about the same time - Community facilities are still on the master plan; no metro, about 30 minutes to Downtown Dubai ## Location In The Woods apartment cluster of Sobha Sanctuary, Al Yufrah, off Al Ain Road (E66) in Dubailand, on a plot that Sobha says faces parkland at the front and rear. - Dubai Rugby Sevens: about 5 minutes - Dubai Outlet Mall: about 8 minutes - Downtown Dubai: about 30 minutes - Al Maktoum International Airport: about 30 minutes - Dubai International Airport: about 35 minutes ## Amenities - Pool deck - Yoga zone and meditation deck - Serenity garden - Outdoor fitness zones - Co-working space - Nature-themed children's play area - Reflexology path - Submerged seating - Sun loungers - Nursery - Seating nooks - Library ## Questions and answers ### What is the starting price at The Woods Serenity? Sobha Realty quoted prices from AED 1.21 million to AED 2.18 million on 12 November 2026, subject to availability. Property Finder lists two-bedroom apartments from AED 1.6 million. ### When will The Woods Serenity be completed? Property Finder lists expected completion in December 2029, with construction recorded as starting in August 2026. Sobha's page does not give a date. ### What is the payment plan? 20% on booking, 40% during construction and 40% on handover, as listed by Property Finder. ### What sizes are the apartments? Sobha's published floor plans show a 547 sq ft one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments of 864 to 964 sq ft. Its listing card quotes 626 to 1,130 sq ft, so check the plan for the specific unit. ### Is The Woods Serenity freehold? Yes. Property Finder lists it as freehold, so foreign nationals can own outright. ### Who is the developer of The Woods Serenity? The Woods Serenity is being developed by [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty). About Sobha Realty: Private luxury developer that designs, manufactures and builds in-house; best known for Sobha Hartland in Dubai, now also in Abu Dhabi and Umm Al Quwain. ### Does buying at The Woods Serenity qualify for a Golden Visa? Not on its own at current prices: the 10-year Golden Visa needs property worth AED 2 million or more, and homes here start from AED 1.21M. Two or more properties can be combined to reach the threshold. See our [Golden Visa guide](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/guides/uae-golden-visa-property). ### What fees are payable on top of the price at The Woods Serenity? The main cost is the DLD transfer fee (4%). On the entry price of AED 1,210,000 that comes to about AED 48,400, plus small administration charges. There is no stamp duty, no annual property tax and no tax on rental income for individuals in the UAE, though your home country may tax you. Our [buying cost calculator](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/tools/purchase-cost-calculator) itemises it. ## Sources Facts on this page were last checked against these sources on 13 November 2026. - [Sobha Realty: The Woods Serenity](https://sobharealty.com/properties-in-dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-serenity) - [Sobha Realty: properties for sale (prices and current listings)](https://sobharealty.com/properties-in-dubai) - [Property Finder: The Woods Serenity](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/sobha-realty/the-woods-serenity) - [Sobha Realty: Sobha Sanctuary community page](https://sobharealty.com/sobha-communities/sobha-sanctuary) - [Property Finder: Sobha Realty projects with developer stock](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/dev/sobha-realty) --- Source page: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-serenity. Published by UAE Property Agents, Omnia Capital Group. 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