Dubai South Unveils $545 Million Wellness-Focused Residential Community
HAYAT by Dubai South promises 2,500 homes designed for balanced living near Al Maktoum International Airport
Dubai South Properties has awarded a landmark Dh2 billion construction contract to Mohammed Abdulmohsin Al Kharafi & Sons LLC, marking a significant milestone in the development of HAYAT—an ambitious residential project that redefines integrated community living in Dubai’s emerging southern corridor.
🏗️ Project at a Glance
HAYAT by Dubai South spans an impressive 10 million square feet near Al Maktoum International Airport, positioning it as one of the most strategically located residential developments in the emirate’s expansion zone.
A Community Built for Modern Living
Nestled adjacent to Dubai South’s prestigious Golf District, HAYAT represents a bold vision for residential development—one that prioritizes wellness, connectivity, and lifestyle quality over mere square footage. The master-planned community will feature an eclectic mix of housing options, from intimate one-bedroom apartments to expansive five-bedroom standalone mansions, including townhouses, semi-detached villas, and premium hotel apartments.
Architectural design follows a refined minimalist philosophy, emphasizing privacy, spatial flexibility, and contemporary aesthetics that complement the surrounding landscape while maximizing natural light and ventilation.
World-Class Amenities & Lifestyle Features
HAYAT distinguishes itself through an exceptional array of wellness-oriented amenities designed to foster community interaction and healthy living:
- Expansive landscaped parks and gardens
- Shaded walking and cycling trails
- Children’s play areas and outdoor recreation zones
- State-of-the-art fitness facilities
- Community swimming pools
- Scenic lagoons and a central lake
- Community mall with retail boulevard
- Cafés, restaurants, and essential services
- 50,000 sq ft hypermarket
- GEMS Founders School
- 200,000 sq ft shopping mall (under development)
- Mosque and petrol station
- Public bus route to Expo Metro station
Strategic Location & Connectivity
Location remains HAYAT’s compelling advantage. Residents will enjoy seamless connectivity to Dubai’s key economic engines and transportation networks:
Major Access Points: Al Maktoum International Airport, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road, Jebel Ali Free Zone, and Dubai South Free Zone—all within easy reach, making the community ideal for professionals working in Dubai’s logistics, aviation, and trade sectors.
Construction Timeline
Groundbreaking and initial infrastructure development
First residential units ready for handover to homeowners
Dubai South’s Expanding Ecosystem
HAYAT represents just one component of Dubai South’s rapidly maturing residential ecosystem. The master developer continues to enhance community infrastructure with additional sports courts, retail outlets, and essential services, reinforcing its commitment to creating self-sustaining neighborhoods that reduce commute times and elevate quality of life.
With its wellness-centric design philosophy, strategic positioning near the future world’s largest airport, and comprehensive amenity offering, HAYAT by Dubai South emerges as a compelling proposition for both end-users seeking balanced lifestyles and investors eyeing Dubai’s southern growth corridor.