Sobha Elwood

Overview

Sobha Elwood is a master-planned villa community by Sobha Realty in Dubailand. It offers 4, 5 and 6 bedroom villas, and the whole plan is built around greenery: the community covers approximately 10 million square feet, with more than 10,000 trees, seven parks themed on famous forests and approximately 47% of the land kept as open space and parks. The developer calls the concept "The Canvas of Nature".

The project is under construction, with handover scheduled for June 2027. Prices start from AED 7,930,000, and the published plan is 60% during construction and 40% on handover. For families looking at villas for sale in Dubai who want large homes and a lot of outdoor space without moving far from the city, Elwood is one of the more distinctive options among current off-plan projects Dubai buyers can reserve.

Below you will find the location and drive times, the villa sizes, the full list of community facilities, the price and payment plan, and the points to check before you sign.

Location and connectivity

Sobha Elwood is in Dubailand, a large inland district with direct access to the city's main highways. The community is planned as a quiet, green place to live, while the drive to Downtown Dubai and the main airport stays manageable. The developer's published drive times are:

• Dubai Rugby Sevens: approximately 5 minutes
• Dubai Outlet Mall: approximately 8 minutes
• Downtown Dubai: approximately 20 minutes
• Dubai International Airport: approximately 20 minutes
• Al Maktoum International Airport: approximately 30 minutes

Academic City is also within reach by road. Drive times depend on the time of day, so test the commute to your office and your children's schools at rush hour before you commit.

The residences

Every home at Elwood is a detached villa. The design uses earthy tones, generous living areas, floor-to-ceiling windows and strong links between indoor rooms and the garden, so that the trees and parks around the home are part of daily life. Starting sizes from the project's price sheet are:

• 4 bedroom villa: from 4,957 sq ft
• 5 bedroom villa: from 5,819 sq ft
• 6 bedroom villa: from 7,193 sq ft

The four-bedroom villa suits a family that wants a big home with outdoor space. The five-bedroom adds close to 900 sq ft and works well for larger families or for a household with live-in help or regular guests. The six-bedroom, at more than 7,000 sq ft, is the largest layout in the community and is aimed at buyers who want maximum space and privacy. Ask for the plot plan as well as the floor plan, since the position of a villa relative to the parks and trails changes how it feels to live in.

Amenities

Elwood has more than 40 lifestyle and leisure facilities spread through the community. The centrepiece is the set of seven parks, each themed on a well-known forest:

• Daintree Rainforest (Australia)
• Baobab Forest (South Africa)
• Bristlecone Forest (California)
• Bialowieza Forest (Poland)
• Amazon Rainforest (South America)
• Yakushima Forest (Japan)
• Taiga Forest (Russia and Canada)

Wellness and fitness

• Activity pool and lap pool
• Fitness courts and an open fitness area
• Bicycle and jogging tracks
• Forest Trail, Elwood Trail and therapeutic walking areas

Sports and recreation

• Sports venue and padel court
• Skate park
• Half basketball court and play courts

Gardens and community spaces

• Clubhouse and community shopping centre
• Community, botanical, sensory and fragrance gardens
• Multi-functional events ground, gala ground and open amphitheatre
• Community pond and activity lawn

Family and daily needs

• On-site school, kindergarten and nursery facilities
• Clinic and mosque
• Kids' play area and toddler play area
• Dog park

The community is also planned with EV charging and micromobility in mind, which fits its focus on walking and cycling inside the community.

About the developer

Sobha Realty is a premium developer best known for Sobha Hartland and for building with its own in-house teams. That control over construction and finishing is the main reason buyers follow Sobha projects when they compare developers. Elwood is a different product from the developer's apartment towers: a low-rise, family-focused villa community where the landscaping plays as large a part as the homes.

Pricing and payment plan

Villas at Sobha Elwood start from AED 7,930,000. Prices for each villa type have not been published on the price sheet, so the figure for a specific home depends on its size and plot. We can share the current availability list on request.

The published payment plan is split in two stages:

• 60% paid during construction
• 40% paid on handover

This structure spreads most of the cost over the build period and leaves a large final payment at handover in June 2027. If you intend to finance that last 40% with a mortgage, speak to a bank early, because the loan will be assessed closer to completion. Compare this with any other payment plan Dubai developers are offering on similar villas before you decide.

Buyer's guide for this project

If you plan to buy property in Dubai off-plan, Elwood follows the standard process. Ownership is freehold. These are the points worth checking for this project:

• DLD fee: the Dubai Land Department charges 4% of the purchase price to register the sale.
• Escrow: make sure every construction instalment goes to the project's registered escrow account, and keep each receipt.
• Handover payment: plan now for the 40% due on handover, whether from savings or a mortgage.
• Plot and position: confirm the villa's plot size and where it sits relative to the parks, the school and the main roads.
• Service charges: ask for the estimated annual service charge, since parks, trails and a clubhouse all carry running costs.
• Handover terms: read the clauses on construction delays and on the notice the developer must give.

The Mahboob Estate team can review the reservation form and the sales and purchase agreement with you, and explain each step from reservation to handover.

Who it suits

Elwood suits families who want a large detached villa, children's schooling and play areas inside the community, and plenty of green space for walking and cycling. It also suits buyers who work in Downtown Dubai or travel often, given the drive of approximately 20 minutes to both. For Dubai property investment, the starting price is high and the plan leaves a large sum due on handover, so this is a better fit for long-term owners than for quick resale. Buyers browsing properties for sale in Dubai for an end-use family home will find the strongest case here.

FAQ

Who is the developer of Sobha Elwood?

The community is developed by Sobha Realty, the company behind Sobha Hartland.

When is handover?

Handover is scheduled for June 2027. Off-plan timelines can move, so check the delay clauses in your sales and purchase agreement.

What is the payment plan?

The published plan is 60% during construction and 40% on handover, with prices starting from AED 7,930,000.

What villa sizes are available?

Four-bedroom villas start from 4,957 sq ft, five-bedroom villas from 5,819 sq ft and six-bedroom villas from 7,193 sq ft.

How can I reserve a villa?

Contact our real estate agency Dubai team with the villa type you prefer. We will confirm availability, share the plot and floor plans, and guide you through reservation and registration in line with the rules of the Dubai real estate market.