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Dubai South

A planned city district around Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City Dubai, positioned as one of the city's long-term growth areas.

Dubai South, Dubai, from the air

About the area

Dubai South is being developed as a self-contained district with residential, logistics and business zones close to the airport and Expo City.

Prices are comparatively accessible and many projects offer post-handover payment plans, which suits buyers with a longer investment horizon.

Who it suits

  • Long-horizon investors
  • First-time buyers
  • Aviation & logistics professionals

What you can buy

  • Off-plan apartments
  • Townhouses
  • Post-handover plans

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Dubai South FAQ

Can foreigners buy property in Dubai South?

Yes. Dubai South is in one of Dubai's freehold areas, so foreign nationals can own property there outright.

Who is Dubai South best for?

Dubai South tends to suit long-horizon investors, first-time buyers and aviation & logistics professionals. A planned city district around Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City Dubai, positioned as one of the city's long-term growth areas.

What kind of property can I buy in Dubai South?

Typically off-plan apartments, townhouses and post-handover plans. We can shortlist specific buildings and units, including off-market options, once we know your budget and whether it's to live in or to let.

What does it cost to buy in Dubai South on top of the price?

The main extra cost is the Dubai Land Department transfer fee of 4%, plus trustee fees and, on resales, around 2% agency commission. Our buying-costs guide breaks down every fee with a worked example.

Every fee explained: the real cost of buying property in Dubai.

Buying in Dubai South

Tell us your budget and whether it's to live in or to let. We'll shortlist the right buildings and units, including off-market options.