Lilian Residences, Dubai South: Mid-Market Apartments in a Growing Corridor
London Gate is delivering Lilian Residences in the Residential District of Dubai South, also known as Dubai World Central. Construction began in April 2025, with handover scheduled for April 2028. The project offers studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments priced from AED 825,000 to AED 1,200,000.
Location: Southwestern Dubai, Adjacent to the Airport
Dubai South sits in the southwestern corner of the emirate, adjacent to Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road connects the district to central Dubai to the northeast and Abu Dhabi to the southwest. Commutes to Downtown Dubai or Business Bay typically run 35 to 45 minutes. Dubai Marina and JLT are about 20 to 25 minutes by road.
For a buyer, this part of the city is newer and less congested than the central districts. Residents trade proximity to the financial and tourism cores for lower entry prices and a more suburban pace.
AED 825K to AED 1.2M: Understanding the Spread
Prices run from AED 825,000 for one-bedroom units to AED 1,200,000 for two-bedroom apartments. The spread of AED 375,000 is tight, reflecting consistent quality across the range rather than a large variation in specification.
One-bedrooms range from 698 to 909 sq ft. Two-bedrooms span 923 to 1,335 sq ft. At these sizes and prices, buyers get practical floor areas in line with mid-market expectations for Dubai South. Two-bedroom buyers at AED 1.2M get more space than they would find in comparable towers in more central parts of Dubai at the same price.
The buyer at AED 825K is typically a first-time off-plan purchaser or a yield-focused investor. The two-bedroom at AED 1.2M targets small families or owner-occupiers who want the flexibility of a second room.
Apartments: Studios, One and Two Bedrooms
The project is residential apartments only. Studios appear in the unit mix at sizes from 427 to 490 sq ft. One-bedroom units run from 698 to 909 sq ft, and two-bedroom layouts span 923 to 1,335 sq ft. The studios and one-bedrooms suit single occupiers or investors focused on yield; two-bedrooms suit small families or buyers wanting a spare room.
What the Amenity Set Signals
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Leisure | Infinity Pool, Barbecue Area |
| Wellness | Gymnasium |
| Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Practical | Covered Parking, Security |
Seven amenities is a solid count for this price tier. The infinity pool is the standout feature. The barbecue area and children's play area together indicate London Gate has positioned this project for families and long-term residents rather than purely transient occupiers. The gym, covered parking, and security are expected at this level and are present.
Getting In for 20%
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 10% |
| At handover | 70% |
The payment plan requires 20% upfront and 10% across the build, with 70% due at handover in April 2028. This is a back-loaded structure. It limits cash outlay during construction, which suits buyers who prefer to keep capital elsewhere until completion. The large balance at handover is the main financial event in this purchase. There is no post-handover installment plan, so buyers using a home loan will need mortgage approval ready for the April 2028 completion date.
Three Years to Handover
Construction started in April 2025 and is scheduled to complete in April 2028. The three-year build window is standard for an apartment project of this scale. An off-plan buyer entering now is buying into a project already under construction, which removes some of the risk that comes with committing at the pre-launch stage.