The Waterside

The Waterside is a district of Dubai, 18 sale transactions recorded in the DLD registry.

Sales recorded18

About the area

What this place is and where it sits

The Waterside is part of The Sanctuary by Ellington within Mohammed Bin Rashid City District 11, in Wadi Al Safa 3, DubaiLand. The development is presented with concept images that reflect early design proposals and may differ from the final built outcome.

The Waterside

Transport and key distances

Transport connections for The Waterside include the following:

  • The nearest referenced Dubai Metro station is Green Line station G30, approximately 9,980 metres away. It is not within walking distance.
  • Approximate driving times to major Dubai destinations:
    • Dubai Mall — roughly 20 minutes
    • Palm Jumeirah — roughly 31 minutes
    • Burj Al Arab — roughly 30 minutes
    • The Walk at JBR — roughly 36 minutes
  • Approximate airport driving times:
    • Dubai International Airport (DXB) — roughly 22 minutes
    • Al Maktoum International Airport — roughly 39 minutes

With the nearest metro station almost 10 km away, travel to central Dubai destinations is typically most convenient by car.

Development and transaction activity

The Waterside forms part of the wider The Sanctuary by Ellington development. Its concept imagery represents an early design stage, and architectural details, amenities and landscaping may change as the development progresses.

The Waterside has seen 18 sale transactions.

Nearby amenities

Nearby schools include:

  • Lycée Libanais Francophone Privé – Meydan — approximately 0.6 km away.
  • Kent College Dubai — approximately 1.2 km away.

Who The Waterside suits

The Waterside may appeal to residents who value access to nearby schools and road connections to central Dubai attractions. It is part of a larger masterplanned community in Mohammed Bin Rashid City District 11.

FAQ

How many sales have taken place at The Waterside?
The Waterside has seen 18 sale transactions.

Which district and masterplan does The Waterside belong to?
The Waterside is part of The Sanctuary by Ellington in Mohammed Bin Rashid City District 11, located in Wadi Al Safa 3 within DubaiLand.

How close is the nearest metro station?
The nearest referenced Dubai Metro station is Green Line station G30, around 9,980 metres from The Waterside, and is not within walking distance.

Are the images and layouts shown for The Waterside final?
The images represent initial concept designs. Architectural details, amenities and landscaping may change as the development progresses.

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Service charges in the DLD area “Wadi Al Safa 3”, which includes The Waterside, 2026

DLD area median15.89 AED▼ -3.8% per sq ft per year · 171 AED/m²
Range across buildings1.9–26.3buildings with a budget: 43
vs Dubai median▼ -0.6%Dubai 15.99 AED/sq ft
General / reserve fund15.22 / 0.83medians, AED/sq ft

Largest management companies in the area: Abwab Owner Association Management Services (14), Kaizen Owner Association Management Services (9), Shepherd Oam Jointly Owned Management Services (3).

Check any building’s service charge → All communities

RERA-approved 2026 budgets from the DLD service charge index (Mollak); residential buildings. Rate is AED per sq ft per year; YoY compares the same buildings in 2025.

Nearby areas

Neighbouring areas and sub-communities to compare location and prices.

The Sanctuary by EllingtonMohammed Bin Rashid City District 11The BeachfrontThe Sanctuary by EllingtonThe Lakeshore by EllingtonThe Sanctuary by EllingtonThe LakeviewThe Sanctuary by EllingtonThe WatercrestThe Sanctuary by EllingtonNuma ReserveMohammed Bin Rashid City District 111 projectSelora ResidencesMohammed Bin Rashid City District 111 projectNineteen Riviera LagoonMohammed Bin Rashid City District 111 project

Frequent questions

Is The Waterside well-connected by metro?
The nearest metro station is approximately 10.0 km away, on the Green Line.
How can I buy property in The Waterside?
Submit an enquiry via the form on this page or message us on WhatsApp — a Continental Club Property broker (RERA 31933) will help you find a unit in this area.