Soto Grande

Soto Grande is a residential development by Ellington situated in Al Jazeera Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah, comprising two low-rise buildings that together hold 37 semi-furnished apartments across one-, two- and three-bedroom configurations. Completion is scheduled for Q4 2029, with sales currently open.

# Two buildings in a coastal community still finding its footing

Al Jazeera Al Hamra carries a distinct character within the broader Al Hamra district: a peninsula of reclaimed and historic land where the Arabian Gulf sits on one side and lagoon channels run through the other. Ellington has planted Soto Grande here as a small, contained project, 37 units across two buildings, which gives the development a density that reads closer to a boutique residence than a large-scale tower block.

The scale is deliberate. Ellington has built its reputation in Dubai on relatively tight unit counts, finely specified interiors and a design sensibility that leans contemporary without chasing spectacle. That approach travels to Ras Al Khaimah without obvious dilution.

# Residences, layouts and finish

One-bedroom apartments range from approximately 750 to 876 sq ft, priced between AED 1.74 million and AED 1.93 million. Two-bedroom units span a wider band, from roughly 1,103 to 1,302 sq ft, with pricing from AED 2.34 million up to AED 3.02 million. Three-bedroom apartments reach up to 2,077 sq ft and are priced to AED 4.5 million at the upper end.

All apartments are delivered semi-furnished, with kitchens equipped with appliances. Ellington's standard practice across its Dubai projects has been to specify engineered joinery, stone surfaces and imported sanitaryware, and the developer's copy for this project references premium finishes and open layouts. Balconies feature across the range, sized to capture the coastal outlook.

The service charge is set at AED 16 per sq ft annually, a figure worth factoring into a total cost of ownership comparison against Dubai mainland alternatives.

# What residents have access to

The amenity programme covers a lap pool and a separate leisure pool, a fitness studio, a yoga studio, a games room and a club lounge. Residents also have access to a courtyard, a kids' play area and Al Jazeerah Beach, which sits approximately 1 km from the development.

The list is functional rather than excessive. There are no padel courts or private dining rooms confirmed in the project data, so those claims from the developer's marketing are not carried here.

# Connections and the surrounding area

Sia's Park Hamra Village is 0.7 km away, providing green recreational space within walking distance. Al Hamra Mall, which holds a mix of retail, dining and a cinema, sits 3.8 km from the site. RAK Academy's Al Hamra campus is 1.3 km away, relevant for families with school-age children.

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is 35.6 km from Soto Grande. The drive to Dubai typically runs 45 to 60 minutes depending on traffic on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, making the project accessible for residents who travel regularly or maintain a secondary base in Dubai.

# Who this project suits and where it sits in the RAK market

Ras Al Khaimah has drawn sustained attention from investors priced out of Dubai's Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina, and from buyers seeking a lower-density coastal lifestyle without leaving the UAE. Al Hamra in particular draws comparison to established resort-residential communities: golf course proximity, beach access and a marina are all present within the district.

Soto Grande's price point, AED 1.74 million for a one-bedroom apartment at entry, positions it as an accessible Ellington product for buyers who want the developer's finish quality without committing to the price levels its Dubai projects now command. For a European or GCC buyer considering a holiday or retirement base in the Gulf, the combination of beach access, low unit count and a 2029 completion timeline offers a measured, low-disruption entry into Ras Al Khaimah's emerging residential market.