Off-Plan Property in Dubai South: South Bay and Beachfront Gates
South Bay, built around a 3km swimmable Crystal Lagoon, starts from AED 1.9 million with phased handovers from Q3 2026. Beachfront Gates, a two-tower release, keeps price and payment plan on request.
Off-plan property in Dubai South currently splits into two very different offers in our collection: South Bay, Dubai South Properties' flagship waterfront community starting from AED 1.9 million with phased handovers from Q3 2026, and Beachfront Gates, a two-tower release where price and payment plan both remain on request.
South Bay: a 3km lagoon as the centrepiece
South Bay is built around a three-kilometre swimmable Crystal Lagoon with beaches and a promenade, holding more than 1,200 homes, from three-bedroom townhouses through to waterfront mansions. The masterplan includes a planned shopping mall, a fitness complex, kids' clubs and a water sports club, all within Dubai South's Residential District, a short drive from Al Maktoum International Airport. Handovers are phased starting Q3 2026, meaning parts of the community are already close to completion while other phases remain further out.
Beachfront Gates: smaller, quieter, and still unpriced
Beachfront Gates is a two-tower release by Dubai South Properties offering 227 units with views over the master development's beachfront community and water features. The mix runs from studios to three-bedroom apartments with a limited run of three-bedroom townhouses, supported by separate adult and kids' pools, play areas and sports facilities. Unlike South Bay, no starting price or payment plan is published yet.
Comparing the two releases
| South Bay | Beachfront Gates | |
|---|---|---|
| Typologies | 3-bed townhouses to waterfront mansions | Studio to 3-bed apartments, limited townhouses |
| Starting price | From AED 1.9 million | On request |
| Handover | Phased from Q3 2026 | On request |
| Centrepiece | 3km swimmable Crystal Lagoon | Water features, beachfront views |
Why the phasing matters at South Bay
Because South Bay's handovers are staggered rather than all at once, two buyers reserving at the same time might end up with very different waits depending on which phase their chosen typology sits in. Your adviser confirms the specific phase and its target handover before you reserve, rather than assuming the Q3 2026 start date applies to every unit.
What's missing at Beachfront Gates
With no published price or payment plan, Beachfront Gates is effectively a pre-launch stage in our collection: the unit mix and amenities are confirmed, but the commercial terms aren't yet. If South Bay's price point doesn't fit your budget, Beachfront Gates remains worth tracking, but not something to commit to on a number that doesn't exist yet.
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What the lagoon changes for everyday life
A three-kilometre swimmable lagoon is a different proposition from a standard community pool: it supports beach-style leisure, a promenade for walking and running, and water sports access without needing to leave the development. For a buyer weighing South Bay against other Dubai South projects without a lagoon, this is often the deciding factor, alongside the planned mall and water sports club still to come.
Financing either project
Bank financing remains possible for certain non-residents, always subject to the lender's approval. No interest rate or specific bank is confirmed for South Bay or Beachfront Gates.
Registration during construction
Payments on an off-plan unit at either project go into an escrow account supervised by the Dubai Land Department, with progress trackable through the DLD's Project Status Enquiry service, and Oqood registration confirmed at contract stage.
Golden Visa at South Bay's price point
A property investment of at least AED 2 million opens the door to a Golden Visa application, subject to conditions confirmed by the authorities. South Bay's AED 1.9 million entry price sits just under that threshold, so a larger townhouse or a higher floor may be needed to qualify; Beachfront Gates' eligibility depends entirely on its eventual published price.
Where to read more
Our Dubai South Expo Living district guide covers the wider area beyond these two projects, and our guide to The Pulse looks at a ready community in the same district for comparison.
Next step
Tell your adviser your target budget and whether a lagoon-facing townhouse or a smaller apartment suits your plan, on WhatsApp at +971 52 776 1939 or at sales@orvenproperties.com. Start your search at /find-your-home/.
FAQ
What's the starting price at South Bay? From AED 1.9 million, with phased handovers starting Q3 2026.
Is a price published for Beachfront Gates? No, price and payment plan are both on request.
How many homes will South Bay eventually hold? More than 1,200, from three-bedroom townhouses to waterfront mansions.
Does South Bay hand over all at once? No, handovers are phased, so the exact timeline depends on which part of the community your unit sits in.
Does South Bay's entry price qualify for a Golden Visa? At AED 1.9 million it sits just under the AED 2 million threshold, so a larger unit may be needed to qualify, subject to conditions confirmed by the authorities.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the starting price at South Bay?
From AED 1.9 million, with phased handovers starting Q3 2026.
Is a price published for Beachfront Gates?
No, price and payment plan are both on request.
How many homes will South Bay eventually hold?
More than 1,200, from three-bedroom townhouses to waterfront mansions.
Does South Bay hand over all at once?
No, handovers are phased, so the exact timeline depends on which part of the community your unit sits in.
Does South Bay's entry price qualify for a Golden Visa?
At AED 1.9 million it sits just under the AED 2 million threshold, so a larger unit may be needed to qualify, subject to conditions confirmed by the authorities.
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