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Saih Shuaib 1

Landscaped facade of Lunaya Terraces in Saih Shuaib 1, Dubai

Saih Shuaib 1 is a low-density district on Dubai's south-western edge, with direct Sheikh Zayed Road access and a new residential chapter led by the landscape-focused Lunaya community.

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Life in Saih Shuaib 1

A practical guide to Dubai's emerging south-west residential district

Saih Shuaib 1 works best for buyers who want a quieter, lower-density home in Dubai's southern growth corridor and are comfortable relying on a car while the community matures.

  1. The setting

    Saih Shuaib 1 is a large district at Dubai's south-western edge, between the established Jebel Ali corridor and the Abu Dhabi boundary. It sits off Sheikh Zayed Road, close to Dubai Parks and Resorts and The Outlet Village, with onward road access to Dubai South, Expo City, Al Maktoum International Airport and Palm Jebel Ali.

  2. Everyday living

    For years the area was defined by open land and residential plots rather than a finished neighbourhood. That is now changing. Lunaya, a low-density master community by Zaya and FIVE Holdings, introduces villas, townhouses, maisonettes and apartment buildings around parks, walking routes and lagoon-style water features.

  3. Buyer perspective

    The location remains car-led. The nearest established retail and leisure are at The Outlet Village and Dubai Parks and Resorts, while schools, hospitals, supermarkets and larger shopping centres are concentrated across Jebel Ali, Dubai Investment Park, Al Furjan and the Ibn Battuta area. Buyers planning an everyday move should check the delivery programme for internal roads, community retail and services, not just the handover date of the home.

  4. What to know

    Location names need a little care. Saih Shuaib 1 and community code 513 remain common in project material and property records, while Madinat Latifa can appear in newer land records for the wider cadastral area. Plot number, title details and the development master plan are the reliable points of reference.

Getting around

Connectivity from Saih Shuaib 1

A quick view of typical journey times and distances to the places buyers and residents use most.

  • Approx. 5 min

    The Outlet Village

  • Approx. 5 min

    Dubai Parks and Resorts

  • Approx. 20 min

    Al Maktoum International Airport

  • Approx. 24 min

    Expo City Dubai

Buyer snapshot

Market overview

The details that shape lifestyle fit, supply and long-term value in Saih Shuaib 1.

  • At a Glance

    • A roughly 41.6 sq km cadastral district on the south-western edge of Dubai.
    • Direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road, near Dubai Parks and Resorts and The Outlet Village.
    • An early-stage residential market, with much of the surrounding land still undeveloped.
    • Current new-build supply spans low-rise apartments, four-bedroom townhouses and maisonettes, and five-bedroom villas.

  • Investment Highlights

    • The district sits within the same southern growth corridor as Jebel Ali, Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai South and Al Maktoum International Airport.
    • Direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road gives the location a simpler city connection than many inland fringe communities.
    • Large private terraces, lower-rise buildings and lagoon-facing family homes create a distinct offer compared with dense apartment districts.
    • The main investment variable is execution: compare phasing, infrastructure, future service charges, internal mobility and the maturity of each part of the master plan.

  • Current Off-Plan Projects

    • Lunaya Terraces by Zaya offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments with deep private terraces, planted facades and rooftop pools.
    • Apartment sizes run from 1,124 to 2,490 sq ft, with a 5% booking payment, 20% during construction and 75% on handover. Completion is planned for Q3 2029.
    • The wider Lunaya community adds larger family homes around parks, green corridors, sports facilities, neighbourhood retail and lagoon-style water features.
    • Zaya's portfolio includes Al Barari, Nurai Island, Hameni and Zuhha Island; Lunaya is being delivered in partnership with FIVE Holdings.

  • Supply and Capacity

    • The legacy market is dominated by large plots and open land, so completed housing and local commercial supply remain limited.
    • Lunaya is the main residential anchor, planned around 65% green space, 900,000 sq ft of swimmable lagoons and a 4.5 km running and cycling trail.
    • Its house collection includes four-bedroom townhouses and maisonettes, plus five-bedroom duet and standalone villas, with phased completion planned from 2029.
    • Lunaya Terraces adds one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments across the Cove, Reef, Haven, Shore and Bay buildings.