Sobha Realty Unveils Sobha Central Project on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Dubai, UAE – May 14, 2025 – Dubai-based private real estate developer Sobha Realty has officially launched Sobha Central, a new flagship development set to rise along Sheikh Zayed Road, just beyond the Jumeirah Lakes Towers area. The ambitious mixed-use project is slated for completion by 2029, marking another significant milestone in the developer’s regional expansion.
The Sobha Central development will feature six towers, integrating a diverse mix of urban amenities. The project includes 160,000 square feet of retail space, 175,000 square feet of premium office space, a dedicated mall, and other supporting infrastructure designed to accommodate both commercial and lifestyle needs in one centralized location.
This major announcement comes on the heels of Sobha Realty’s growing activity in the UAE real estate landscape. In April, the firm entered into a strategic partnership with Umm Al-Quwain Properties to co-develop Downtown Umm Al-Quwain, a massive 25-million-square-foot waterfront development that will feature residential areas, commercial zones, and an 11-kilometre stretch of coastline.
Downtown Umm Al-Quwain will be divided into three major zones North Beach, Trade Centre, and South Beach each offering a unique blend of living, working, and recreational environments. The Trade Centre, in particular, will serve as a 15-million-square-foot free zone, operating under a distinct legal framework to attract global business investments.
Sobha’s dual focus on Dubai’s urban core and Umm Al-Quwain’s coastal potential aligns with broader trends in the UAE’s construction and real estate sectors. According to GlobalData, the country’s construction industry is expected to grow by 4.2% in real terms in 2025, with sustained annual growth of 4% through 2029, driven by investments in transport, energy, housing, and commercial infrastructure.
The residential sector is also projected to see steady gains, with a 3.4% expansion in 2025 and average 3.1% growth from 2026 to 2029, underpinned by rising real estate demand and government-backed housing initiatives.
With Sobha Central, Sobha Realty reinforces its position as a key player shaping Dubai’s architectural future, while simultaneously branching out to develop long-term, multi-use urban ecosystems across the UAE.
