DAMAC Properties vs Sobha Realty

DAMAC Properties100 projectsSobha Realty59 projectsMed. yield7.0% vs 7.0%Entry fromAED 547K vs AED 985K

DAMAC Properties and Sobha Realty are two of the largest off-plan developers active in the UAE today. In our current catalogue, DAMAC Properties has 100 active off-plan projects and Sobha Realty has 59. Median estimated rental yields are similar at 7.0% and 7.0% respectively.

Entry prices: DAMAC Properties from AED 547K, Sobha Realty from AED 985K. DAMAC Properties concentrates inventory in Dubai Land, Dubai Investment Park, Damac Lagoons; Sobha Realty in Umm Al Quwain Marina, Bukadra, Sheikh Zayed Road. Configurations: DAMAC Properties offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed; Sobha Realty offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed. Use the side-by-side breakdown below to compare yields, payment plans, areas covered and active project counts before shortlisting.

DAMAC Properties vs Sobha Realty: at a glance

  • Cheaper entryWinner DAMAC PropertiesAED 547K vs AED 985K (44% cheaper).
  • Higher yieldTieWithin 0.2 pp: 7.0% vs 7.0% median.
  • More projectsWinner DAMAC Properties100 vs 59 active off-plan projects.
  • Earlier handoverTieBoth start in Q4 2026.
  • Wider area coverageTieTied at 12 active areas each.

DAMAC Properties wins on cheaper entry, more projects.

Where DAMAC Properties and Sobha Realty compete head-to-head

3 shared submarkets where both developers have active off-plan inventory today — the cleanest places to compare the two side by side at unit level.

AreaDAMAC PropertiesSobha Realty
Dubai Land31 DAMAC Properties projects in Dubai Land
7.0% yield · from AED 680K
4 Sobha Realty projects in Dubai Land
7.0% yield · from AED 4.0M
Business Bay8 DAMAC Properties projects in Business Bay
6.2% yield · from AED 650K
1 project
6.2% yield · from AED 2.9M
Dubai Harbour4 DAMAC Properties projects in Dubai Harbour
7.0% yield · from AED 3.0M
1 project
7.0% yield · from AED 3.3M
MetricDAMAC PropertiesSobha Realty
Active off-plan projects10059
Median est. yield7.0%7.0%
Top est. yield8.0%7.0%
Price rangeAED 547K – AED 36MAED 985K – AED 130M
Median price/sqftAED 788AED 980
Median appreciation to handover11%11%
Handover spreadQ4 2026 – Q4 2030Q4 2026 – Q4 2032
Top areasDubai Land, Dubai Investment Park, Damac LagoonsUmm Al Quwain Marina, Bukadra, Sheikh Zayed Road
Top payment plans20/55/25, 20/60/20, 20/40/4020/40/40, 10/50/40, 60/40
Configurations offeredstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bedstudios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed
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12 off-plan projects
Business Bay
Damac Properties
Altitude
Business Bay · Dubai
6.2% yield+8% apprec.Q1 2028
AED 3.33M+
Dubai Land
Damac Properties
Antigua
Dubai Land · Dubai
7% yield+15% apprec.Q4 2029
AED 2.75M+ Hot
Business Bay
Damac Properties
Aykon City 3
Business Bay · Dubai
6.2% yield+7% apprec.Q4 2027
AED 650K+
Dubai Land
Damac Properties
Bahamas
Dubai Land · Dubai
7% yield+17% apprec.Q2 2030
AED 3.91M+ Hot
Dubai Land
Damac Properties
Bahamas Phase 2
Dubai Land · Dubai
7% yield+17% apprec.Q2 2030
AED 2.75M+ Hot
Dubai Land
Damac Properties
Bali Phase 2 at Damac Islands
Dubai Land · Dubai
7% yield+11% apprec.Q4 2028
AED 2.10M+ Hot
Bukadra
Sobha Realty
310 Riverside Crescent
Bukadra · Dubai
7% yield+8% apprec.Q2 2028
AED 1.50M+
Bukadra
Sobha Realty
320 Riverside Crescent
Bukadra · Dubai
7% yield+5% apprec.Q3 2027
AED 1.60M+
Bukadra
Sobha Realty
330 Riverside Crescent
Bukadra · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q2 2027
AED 1.60M+
Bukadra
Sobha Realty
350 Riverside Crescent
Bukadra · Dubai
7% yield+4% apprec.Q1 2027
AED 1.50M+
Bukadra
Sobha Realty
360 Riverside Crescent
Bukadra · Dubai
7% yield+6% apprec.Q4 2027
AED 1.50M+
Umm Al Quwain Marina
Sobha Realty
AquaCrest
Umm Al Quwain Marina · Dubai
7% yield+12% apprec.Q2 2029
AED 1.17M+ Hot

Frequently asked questions

Which developer has more off-plan projects in the UAE, DAMAC Properties or Sobha Realty?
DAMAC Properties has more active off-plan projects (100) than Sobha Realty (59). Project counts are tracked from our live catalogue of UAE off-plan inventory.
Which is cheaper to buy off-plan, DAMAC Properties or Sobha Realty?
DAMAC Properties is currently cheaper to enter, with prices from AED 547K versus AED 985K for Sobha Realty.
Which developer offers higher rental yields, DAMAC Properties or Sobha Realty?
Median estimated rental yields are similar: 7.0% for DAMAC Properties and 7.0% for Sobha Realty. Yields are derived from current advertised rentals against projected handover pricing and should be treated as an estimate.
Where do DAMAC Properties and Sobha Realty compete head-to-head?
Both developers currently have active off-plan inventory in 3 shared areas: Dubai Land, Business Bay, Dubai Harbour. These submarkets are the easiest places to compare the two side by side at unit level.
What payment plans do DAMAC Properties and Sobha Realty typically offer?
Most common DAMAC Properties plans in our catalogue: 20/55/25; 20/60/20. Most common Sobha Realty plans: 20/40/40; 10/50/40. Individual project terms vary — check each project page for the exact instalment schedule.
When do DAMAC Properties and Sobha Realty projects hand over?
DAMAC Properties handovers run from Q4 2026 to Q4 2030; Sobha Realty handovers run from Q4 2026 to Q4 2032.
Which developer has better capital appreciation potential, DAMAC Properties or Sobha Realty?
Median projected capital appreciation to handover is broadly comparable: 11% for DAMAC Properties and 11% for Sobha Realty, based on advertised handover prices vs current entry prices in our catalogue.
Which developer is a better fit for me, DAMAC Properties or Sobha Realty?
The right answer depends on what you optimise for. Yield hunters get similar median yields either way. First-time buyers on a budget get more room with DAMAC Properties on entry pricing. Long-hold investors who want optionality get the wider inventory pick with DAMAC Properties. Use the side-by-side breakdown above to weigh the trade-offs against your own priorities.
How many bedroom configurations do DAMAC Properties and Sobha Realty offer, and which is better for family units?
DAMAC Properties offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed, 7-bed in our current catalogue. Sobha Realty offers studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed. DAMAC Properties goes up to 7-bedroom units versus 6-bedroom for Sobha Realty, which matters if you're shopping for a larger family home.