Discover The Top 10 Communities in the City
Living in Dubai is an excellent experience, thanks to its modern infrastructure, dynamic lifestyle, and a melting pot of cultures. The city boasts some of the world’s most luxurious and diverse communities that cater to a range of preferences and budgets. Whether you are looking for serene surroundings, exclusive amenities, or vibrant nightlife, Dubai has something for everyone.
In this guide, we will explore the top 10 communities in Dubai that offer an unparalleled living experience.
Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai is a vibrant community situated between DIFC and Business Bay. It’s ideal for professionals and families who want to live in the heart of the city. You can easily reach Dubai Marina, City Walk, La Mer Beach, and Dubai International Airport by car. The community offers a range of villas and apartments in various sub-communities. Don’t miss the mesmerizing Dubai Fountains and Burj Khalifa views while dining in one of the restaurants.
Arabian Ranches
Arabian Ranches is a luxurious, desert-themed suburban community developed by Emaar Properties and situated on Sheik Muhammad bin Zayed Road. It offers luxurious villas and apartments spread across various sub-communities, with premium amenities such as community pools, gardens, and play areas. The location is excellent, with easy access to Dubai Global Village and beautiful golden landscapes, making it a fantastic place to live for families. You can enjoy walking and jogging in the park in the evenings and meet new people. Arabian Ranches is a highly sought-after residential destination in Dubai.
Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah, the largest man-made island in the world, is a luxurious area in Dubai known for its ultra-luxury living facilities. The island was developed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in collaboration with Nakheel Partners and two Dutch companies. The area is home to the famous Atlantis; the Palm, which is the world’s most visited attraction. Palm Jumeirah offers a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle with luxury villas, apartments, and townhouses featuring regal interiors and access to world-class amenities like swimming pools, community clubs, gyms, and private beaches.
Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai Creek Harbour is a city-within-a-city development by Emaar Properties that occupies an open site on the Dubai Creek waterfront near Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. The development is ecologically responsible, with protection measures in place for the 450 species that call the sanctuary home. Plans are underway for the development of stylish boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. Residents can also enjoy private pools, gyms, children’s play areas, and other leisure facilities, while joggers can take advantage of the Cove’s lush pathways and central park. Additionally, visitors can enjoy boating and scenic views at The Marina Yacht Club, or head to the nearby Dubai Mall for movies, ice-skating, fountain shows, and more.
Dubai Hills Estate
Dubai Hills Estate, also known as Dubai Hills, is the initial phase of the Mohammed Bin Rashid City development. Developed in a partnership between Emaar Properties and Meraas Holding, it’s a sought-after area for renting luxury villas, as per Bayut’s Annual Rental Report 2020. Key attractions in the area include the Dubai Hills Golf Club, featuring an 18-hole championship course, floodlit practice facility, and Academy by Troon, and the Dubai Hills Park, which is open to the public and features wadi trails, a jogging track, play areas, sports courts, and an outdoor gym spread over a vast 180,000 sq. m. Additionally, the area features a 54 km bicycle track and plenty of green spaces and parks.
Business Bay
Business Bay is a flourishing commercial hub in Dubai that is gradually evolving to become the Manhattan of the city, providing a gamut of world-class facilities and a fast-paced lifestyle. This locality is synonymous with high-profile offices, banks, and shops. Due to its’ prime location, Business Bay is an ideal choice for professionals employed in Downtown Dubai and DIFC areas. It also boasts some of the world’s leading hotel chains such as Oberoi, Taj, and Marriott. The region is home to several sub-communities featuring a wide range of property types, including villas and apartments of varying sizes, catering to investors and tenants alike. In addition, residents of Business Bay can enjoy various recreational activities at the Bay Avenue Park and Safa Park, including jogging, cycling, and visiting the world’s tallest performing fountain.
Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina, a luxurious man-made marina built between the Arabian Gulf and a major highway, is an architectural masterpiece inspired by the False Creek waterfront development in Vancouver. The marina has become a major commercial hub with a glittering skyline highlighted by the iconic Cayan Tower. Residents of the luxurious apartments can enjoy premium property services and a Riviera lifestyle with public parks, walkways, boulevards, and an 8 km promenade for jogging and cycling. The marina can be admired from the water bus or the shore. In addition to the apartments, there are villas, studios, and 1-3 bedroom apartments across different sub-communities.
Jumeirah Village Circle
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), developed by Nakheel, is a family-friendly community that offers a unique combination of urban living in a tranquil village-like setting. Surrounded by lush gardens and canals, JVC provides a serene escape from the fast-paced city life. The area is known for its abundance of greenery and 33 landscaped parks that connect the villages, offering residents plenty of space to stroll and jog under the canopy of well-maintained trees. Additionally, the community is conveniently located within a half-hour drive to some of Dubai’s popular beaches, including JBR, Kite Beach, and the open beach in Jumeirah.
Damac Hills
DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) is a luxurious and tranquil community located in the heart of Dubailand, with master developer DAMAC Properties behind its development. Spanning 42 million sq. ft., it boasts a variety of mixed-use properties, including modern villas, townhouses, and apartments. Despite being a newer community, DAMAC Hills has already gained immense popularity, thanks to its luxurious amenities and peaceful ambiance. The community is situated in Dubailand, close to the Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, making it easily accessible to the city’s other major areas.
Al Barari
Al Barari is a high-end gated community in Dubai known for its luxurious villas and world-class amenities. It is an eco-friendly community with 60% of its 18 million sq. ft. of space dedicated to greenery, including landscaped gardens, natural lakes, and freshwater streams. Al Barari, which means wilderness in Arabic, offers residents a private and secluded environment with some of the most expensive villas in Dubai. It is one of the greenest communities in the city, setting high standards for sustainable living.
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