Sobha Orbis

Overview

Sobha Orbis is a six-tower residential development by Sobha Realty in Motor City, Dubai. It is under construction, with handover scheduled for December 2027, and it offers freehold 1, 1.5 and 2-bedroom apartments. Launch prices start from AED 985,000 for a 1-bedroom home.

The developer presents the project as "A World in Its Own". Landscaped podiums link the towers, and the community includes more than 40 amenities, a dedicated retail boulevard and an F&B street, so residents have shops, cafés and leisure facilities within the development itself.

Two things set Orbis apart. The first is transport: it sits near the junction of Al Qudra Road and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, with a proposed metro station planned next to the development. The second is a clear price list, with a published launch price for every unit type. For buyers comparing off-plan projects Dubai has in established communities, that clarity makes the numbers easy to check.

Location and connectivity

Motor City is an established residential community known for open neighbourhoods, motorsport attractions and a family-friendly atmosphere. Sobha Orbis is positioned near the intersection of Al Qudra Road and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, which gives quick access in several directions while keeping the immediate setting quiet.

Approximate drive times from the development:

• Dubai Autodrome: about 5 minutes
• Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club: about 5 minutes
• Dubai Butterfly Garden: about 8 minutes
• Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): about 10 minutes
• Global Village: about 15 minutes
• IMG Worlds of Adventure: about 15 minutes
• Mall of the Emirates: about 15 minutes

First Avenue Mall, cafés, restaurants and landscaped public spaces are part of everyday life in the wider community. The proposed metro station adjacent to the site is a plan rather than a finished line, but if it goes ahead it would add a public transport option to an area that today relies mainly on the road network.

Motor City apartments attract residents who want more space and a calmer pace than the central districts, and Orbis adds a new, amenity-led option to that supply.

The residences

Sobha Orbis offers three apartment types. Sizes and launch prices from the developer's pricing sheet are:

• 1 bedroom: 538 to 581 sq ft, launch price AED 985,000
• 1.5 bedroom: 624 to 697 sq ft, launch price AED 1,090,000
• 2 bedroom: 984 to 988 sq ft, launch price AED 1,770,000

The 1-bedroom homes suit professionals, first-time buyers and investors who want an efficient layout. The 1.5-bedroom plan adds a study or multi-purpose room, useful for remote work or a growing household, for AED 105,000 more than the entry unit.

The 2-bedroom apartments are the family option here, with close to 1,000 sq ft of space. Anyone looking for a 2 bedroom apartment Dubai families can settle into, with a podium of pools and play areas downstairs, should look at these first. Layouts across the project are planned to make the most of natural light and open views.

Amenities

The developer lists more than 40 amenities. The main ones published so far fall into three groups.

Wellness

• Resort-style swimming pool
• Jacuzzi
• Fully equipped fitness centre
• Yoga and meditation zone
• Landscaped gardens

Lifestyle and retail

• Clubhouse
• Dedicated F&B street
• Retail boulevard and outlets
• Outdoor leisure areas

Family and community

• Children's recreational spaces
• Open landscaped podiums
• Community gathering areas
• Walking and relaxation zones

Ask us for the full amenity schedule, which lists every facility included in the more than 40 the developer has announced.

About the developer

Sobha Realty is a premium developer best known for Sobha Hartland and for the quality of its finishing. Orbis is one of the Sobha projects outside the developer's flagship community, and it carries the same focus on construction standards, finishes and planned community spaces. The contemporary towers use clean lines and premium exterior finishes, set around shared landscaped podiums.

Pricing and payment plan

Launch prices at Sobha Orbis are AED 985,000 for a 1-bedroom, AED 1,090,000 for a 1.5-bedroom and AED 1,770,000 for a 2-bedroom apartment. Availability and final prices are confirmed on the day of reservation.

The published plan has two stages:

• 60% paid during construction
• 40% paid on handover, scheduled for December 2027

On the entry 1-bedroom at AED 985,000, that works out to AED 591,000 spread over the build period and AED 394,000 at handover. When you compare any payment plan Dubai developers publish, check the instalment dates in the sale and purchase agreement as well as the headline split.

Buyer's guide for this project

A few points are worth checking before you reserve at Sobha Orbis.

• DLD fee: the Dubai Land Department charges 4% of the purchase price. On a AED 985,000 unit that is AED 39,400, paid on top of the price.
• Escrow: off-plan payments go into a project escrow account regulated by the Dubai Land Department and are released to the developer as construction progresses.
• Exact size: each type comes in a size range, so confirm the area of your specific unit on its floor plan.
• Metro status: the station next to the development is proposed. Treat it as a possible future benefit, not a fixed one.
• Service charges: ask for the projected annual figure, since a large amenity programme affects running costs.
• Freehold title: Orbis is freehold, so buyers of any nationality can own the unit outright.

If you plan to buy property in Dubai from abroad, we can explain each step, from reservation to registration, before you commit.

Who it suits

Sobha Orbis suits buyers who want a new Sobha home at an accessible entry price in an established suburb. A 1 bedroom apartment Dubai investors can buy from AED 985,000 with a 60/40 plan is the most direct route into the project.

Remote workers and couples will like the 1.5-bedroom layout, and small families will look at the 2-bedroom homes. Buyers focused on Dubai property investment should weigh the road access and the proposed metro station, while keeping in mind that the station is not yet confirmed. If you are reviewing several properties for sale in Dubai, we can set Orbis against comparable launches on price per square foot.

Within the wider Dubai real estate market, Orbis gives buyers a Sobha-built home in a settled suburb, with every launch price published up front.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sobha Orbis freehold?

Yes. Sobha Orbis is a freehold development, open to buyers of all nationalities.

When is handover?

Handover is scheduled for December 2027. The final date is confirmed by Sobha Realty as construction progresses.

What is the starting price?

Launch prices start from AED 985,000 for a 1-bedroom apartment of 538 to 581 sq ft.

Is there a metro station nearby?

A metro station is proposed next to the development. It is not yet built, so check its status before relying on it.

How do I reserve a unit?

Mahboob Estate can confirm availability, send floor plans and guide you through the reservation, the DLD registration and the payment schedule. As a real estate agency Dubai buyers use for both new launches and resale homes, we can also show you completed apartments in Motor City for comparison.