21 September 2022

Moving with your family to Dubai: Communities for living

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There are many family-friendly areas in Dubai. There is one of the safest cities in the world, your child will be able to develop diversely in the long term. The city includes many friendly communities with well-developed infrastructure and various social amenities.

Despite its uniqueness, not all neighborhoods are family-oriented and fully developed for children. The foundation is the essential infrastructure and amenities, including kindergartens, schools, recreational facilities, etc.

Let’s take a look at the top 3 family-oriented projects

  • Villas, Damac Lagoons is a unique project close to Crystal Lagoon. Ultra-comfortable property for a large family. Self-contained 6-7 BR villas with private gardens, swimming pools, Venice style spacious rooms.
  • Ellington House, Dubai Hills – this project is ideal for young families. There are 1-3 BR apartments in the community with the necessary furniture. Ideal for a comfortable stay for children and adults due to the variety of amenities: places to work and relax, playgrounds, swimming pools, lounge areas, a garden for outdoor activities, and more.
  • The Crest Grand, Sobha Hartland is a project that has caused a stir in the real estate market. Its location is a popular neighborhood with all possible benefits and amenities. Spacious apartments, well-developed infrastructure, kindergartens and schools, swimming pools, beach, and much more – all for the comfort of your family and children.

As you can see from the examples – the neighborhoods are located at a relative distance from the noisy and busy center, but you can see the beauty of Dubai and the Burj Khalifa from each of them.

Family-oriented districts

Let’s look at family-oriented neighborhoods in detail.

Arabian Ranches

Arabian Ranches gated community is a tranquil haven far from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are more than 4,000 villas in 12 separate areas, and homes are built around the golf course. Properties with their unique infrastructure, which includes The Ranches and Maison Mathis restaurants.

The villas are designed in Arabic and modern Mediterranean style. There are open-plan kitchens and private bathrooms in each house. Each has gardens and private pools.

Facilities: skate park, basketball courts, polo club with riding lessons for children and adults, several private schools and kindergartens, supermarkets, markets, cafes, play centers, and much more.

The price for Buying starts from AED 1,458,646 ($397,123).

The cost of renting starts from AED 246,000 ($66,974)

Dubai Hills

Dubai Hills is an elite residential community located close to an 18-hole golf course. An elite neighborhood of wealthy people with world-class amenities and leisure facilities. There are villas with private gardens, apartments, business parks, and the Dubai Hills Mall. Residential buildings are located around the golf course. The peculiarity of the area is a lot of greenery – a kind of oasis in the desert.

Facilities: swimming pools, golf courses, playgrounds and parks, volleyball and basketball courts, spas, restaurants and cafes, gyms, picnic areas, jogging paths, and so on.

Dubai Hills includes several schools: Repton Al Barsha, Kings’ Al Barsha, and Gems Founders School Al Barsha.

Villas for buying in Dubai Hills Estate start from AED 750,000 ($204,190).

The cost of renting is from AED 200,000 ($54,450).

The Springs

The Springs is a green gated community designed for family living. There are 4,800 total units: 2/3/4 BR villas, fully furnished and with their garden.

This is a peaceful retreat for living peacefully or raising children. It is a community with lakes, swimming pools, playgrounds, and walks.

Amenities: playgrounds, parking lots, kindergartens and schools, SPA, BBQ areas, tennis and basketball courts, and so on.

The neighborhood also has a Carrefour supermarket, cafes, and restaurants, as well as Dig It indoor playground and Raffles Springs Kindergarten; JSS International School, Emirates Meadows International School, and Dubai British School.

Home buying starts at The Springs are AED 1,413,000 ($384,695).

Rental costs are from AED 84,000 ($22,869).

Umm Suqeim

Umm Suqeim is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city by the bay. It is a luxurious community with a mix of villas, apartment complexes, and mansions. The neighborhood is often chosen by recently immigrated expats interested in a beach lifestyle and quality recreation. Developed infrastructure, proximity to everything, and beach vacation payoff.

Kite Beach is one of the community’s biggest attractions in proximity. In addition to cafes and restaurants, there are plenty of activities for kids, including bouncy castles and trampolines.

Amenities include a fitness and spa center, parking lots, parks and walking paths, a skate park, playgrounds, and more.

There are plenty of supermarkets and shopping centers around, including the Mall of the Emirates with an indoor ski slope.

There are dozens of kindergartens and schools in the area, including Horizon International School, the Royal Dubai School, and Gems Jumeirah Primary School.

The starting price for buying a property in Umm Suqeim is AED 1,168,000 ($317,993).

The cost of renting – from AED 64 000 ($17 424).

And what area do you prefer?