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About
Project general facts
Waada Dubai South is a visionary master-planned community that redefines contemporary urban living through a seamless blend of architecture, sustainability, and connectivity. Designed with a distinctive cascading architectural style, the development creates a dynamic yet harmonious skyline complemented by wide green promenades and thoughtfully curated public spaces. The project offers a diverse collection of residences, from modern apartments to spacious townhouses and exclusive villas, each designed with open layouts, panoramic views, and a strong connection between indoor and outdoor living, delivering both privacy and refined comfort.
The community is built around a fully integrated lifestyle concept, offering an exceptional range of amenities within a walkable environment. Residents benefit from rooftop gardens, fitness centers, and wellness spaces, alongside essential facilities such as international schools, mosques, and a cultural center. Landscaped parks, lakes, pedestrian pathways, and social hubs encourage an active and community-focused lifestyle, creating a balanced environment where nature, leisure, and everyday convenience come together.
Interiors are finished with modern high-quality materials, reflecting a clean and contemporary aesthetic throughout each residence. Kitchens are fully equipped with built-in appliances, combining practicality with sleek design. Homes are offered unfurnished, allowing residents the flexibility to personalize their spaces while enjoying a thoughtfully designed foundation that emphasizes comfort, functionality, and modern living.
Location description and benefits
Dubai South, also known as the Dubai South Free Zone, is a dynamic and strategically planned district located in the southern part of Dubai. It serves as a major hub for economic, commercial, and logistical activities, designed with a vision to support the growth of various industries. One of its standout features is its proximity to the Al Maktoum International Airport, the world's largest airport in terms of cargo volume, making it a key player in the global logistics and aviation sectors.
In addition to its logistical prowess, Dubai South is home to the Dubai Expo 2020 site, which served as a testament to the district's capacity to host large-scale global events. The Expo site has now transitioned into a legacy district, offering a wide range of amenities and infrastructure, including residential communities, educational institutions, and recreational facilities. Dubai South's commitment to sustainability is evident in its green initiatives, with a focus on eco-friendly urban planning and energy-efficient buildings.
Dubai South continues to grow as a thriving business and residential hub, attracting both international and local investors. Its strategic location, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and diverse range of opportunities make it a compelling destination for businesses and individuals alike, contributing to the ongoing development and economic diversification of Dubai.
Available unit types
5 bedroom configurations
These thumbnails show sample layouts for each bedroom configuration. Actual unit sizes, orientations, and finishes vary across the 4 buildings , the developer's full floor-plan pack below covers every variant.
1 bedroom
745-772 sqft
Range across 23 layout variants
2 bedrooms
1093-1755 sqft
Range across 40 layout variants
3 bedrooms
1521-2823 sqft
Range across 27 layout variants
4 bedrooms
2942-3423 sqft
Range across 2 layout variants
6 bedrooms
4811 sqft
Townhouses
Layouts and pricing released on request.
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Payment Plan for Cascada 2, Altura 1 & 2Interest-free during construction
- 1.10%
On booking
- 2.85%
During construction
- 3.5%
Upon Handover (Q1 2029)
Payment Plan for Raiha Villas, Rayhan 1, Cascada 1Interest-free during construction
- 1.10%
On booking
- 2.85%
During construction
- 3.5%
Upon Handover (Q1 2029)
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Pick a unit type or enter a custom price. We'll spread it across the plan's phases in AED + your selected currency, with plain-English timing labels. Download as a spreadsheet for your records.
| # | When | Step | % | Amount (AED) | Amount (USD) | Cumulative (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Upon booking | Reservation | 10% | 89,800 | 24,453 | 24,453 |
| 2 | Between booking and Q1 2029 | During construction | 85% | 763,300 | 207,847 | 232,299 |
| 3 | Q1 2029 | Upon Handover (Q1 2029) | 5% | 44,900 | 12,226 | 244,525 |
| Total | 100% | AED 898,000 | USD 244,525 | |||
Cash-flow shape: 95% during the construction period (10% upon booking, 85% across milestones), 5% at handover (Q1 2029).
0% interest during construction , no APR, no compounding.
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Amenities
14 features
Location
24.83015, 55.13219
Nearby
- Al Maktoum International Airport13 km
- Jebel Ali Beach31.3 km
- Sapphire Mall8.3 km
- Pulse Community Park22.1 km
- GEMS Founders School - Dubai South21.3 km
About Dubai South
Dubai South is a major mixed-use development in southern Dubai, strategically positioned as a logistics and commercial hub with direct access to Jebel Ali Port and a 200 sq km free zone hosting over 6,400 registered companies, including 120+ Fortune Global 500 enterprises. The area offers convenient connectivity to key Dubai attractions, with approximate drive times of 46 minutes to Dubai Mall, 43 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, and 44 minutes to Burj Al Arab, while Al Maktoum International Airport is just 20 minutes away. Dubai South combines business infrastructure with residential communities including Azizi Venice, Al Forsan District, and Altura at Waada.
Explore Dubai SouthAbout BT Properties
BT Properties LLC is a Dubai-based real estate developer registered with the Dubai Land Department under developer number 2254. The company is known for Waada Dubai South, a residential development located in Dubai Industrial City.
Building details
Altura 1 & 2 Towers
Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments (G + 2P + 35floors)
Cascada 1 & 2 Towers
1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments (B + G + 16floors)
Rayhan 1 Townhouses
3 & 4 bedroom townhouses (G + 1floor)
Raiha Villas
4 & 6 bedroom villas (G + 1floor, G + 2floors)
Parking allocation
| Unit type | Bedrooms | Spaces |
|---|---|---|
| Villas | 6 | 3 |
| Apartment | 2 | 1 |
| Townhouses | 4 | 2 |
| Apartment | 1 | 1 |
| Apartment | 0 | 1 |
| Apartment | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
About Waada Dubai South
What is the starting price for Waada Dubai South?
Prices at Waada Dubai South start from AED 985,000. Off-plan inventory moves with availability, so confirm the current entry price with a Casadior broker before deciding.
What is the payment plan for Waada Dubai South?
Waada Dubai South offers 2 payment plan options: Payment Plan for Cascada 2, Altura 1 & 2, Payment Plan for Raiha Villas, Rayhan 1, Cascada 1. The full instalment schedule, what is due at booking, during construction, and at handover, is published on this page. A post-handover payment option is available.
When does Waada Dubai South hand over?
Handover of Waada Dubai South is planned for Q1 2029. Handover dates are set by the developer and can shift, so treat the date as a target, not a guarantee.
Where is Waada Dubai South located?
Waada Dubai South is located in Dubai South, Dubai. The location section on this page has the map and nearby points of interest.
Who is the developer behind Waada Dubai South?
Waada Dubai South is developed by BT Properties. The developer's track record and full project list are on our BT Properties page.
Why Dubai off-plan
The macro case for buying off-plan in Dubai
These six pillars apply to every project on this site, not just this one. If you're new to the UAE market, they're the context you need before evaluating the specific unit above.
0% interest, ever
Off-plan payment plans are interest-free, end to end. Every instalment is at face value, no APR, no compounding, no balloon hidden in the back. Buyers from interest-bearing markets routinely underestimate how much this saves over a 3-5 year hold.
No income or capital-gains tax on property
Dubai charges no annual property tax, no income tax on rental yield, and no capital-gains tax on resale. The DLD 4% transfer fee is a one-time cost at registration, after that, your returns are yours.
20% usually opens the unit
Most off-plan plans book with a ~20% reservation deposit. You're under contract with the developer immediately, with the rest spread across construction milestones. The deposit is what unlocks the buy-side, not the full unit price.
Post-handover plans extend the runway
Many projects offer 2-4 years of post-handover instalments, meaning a chunk of the price gets paid AFTER you take keys. Once the unit is rented, that income can help cover the post-handover payments, rarely the full instalment, but enough to make the cash-flow comfortable rather than tight.
Golden Visa from AED 2M
A property purchase of AED 2M+ qualifies the buyer (and family) for the UAE Golden Visa, a 10-year renewable residency. The visa is the headline benefit; for many international buyers it's the actual reason to buy in Dubai.
Freehold ownership for foreigners
Across the 80+ freehold zones (Dubai Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, JVC, Dubai Hills, and the rest), foreigners own 100% of the asset and the land. There's no Emirati partner requirement, no lease structure, title deed in your name.
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