NEIGHBOURHOOD
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
An extravagant neighbourhood with dynamic lakeside views, Jumeirah Islands is an ideal location for people who prefer being close to nature yet in the vicinity of the city centre. It has been designed to ensure a comfortable environment for residents. Inside the gated community, residents enjoy easy access to community pools, jogging tracks, manicured lawns and lakeside views. It is equally favourable for both renting and investment purposes.
PROPERTIES IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
Jumeirah Islands have 736 residential properties altogether, varying in sizes and designs. All units are built with premium quality finishings. Each villa or townhouse has 4 to 5-bedrooms covering an area of around 5,101 sq. ft. to 7,200 sq. ft.
Residential complexes in Jumeirah Islands have been divided into six different blocks according to varying architectural designs. These clusters include European, Islamic, Mediterranean, Oasis, Tropical and Contemporary. The properties in these clusters include villas and townhouses, portico modifications are allowed. Every chosen unit is exclusive and one of a kind. Besides these primary architectural designs, houses in Jumeirah Islands are further distinguished by three different styles; Garden Hall, Master View and Entertainment Foyer. Living halls based on floor plans of the Garden Hall and Entertainment Foyer are large and luxurious while those based on the Master View style are distinguished by large windows and balconies.
Those who wish to invest in Jumeirah Islands can choose between villas and townhouses. The prices are slightly higher than the market average since it is one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods in Dubai, prices have increased with demand.
Jumeirah Islands is an ideal spot for those interested in houses with gardens. You can buy a 4-bedroom villa for AED 4.15M or a larger 5-bedroom house for AED 5.8M. Similarly, the selling price of townhouses lies on the higher spectrum of Dubai’s real estate market ranging between AED 3.2M and AED 4.2M for 4-bed townhouses.
Renting in Jumeirah Islands is also feasible for high-income earners who can afford to pay an annual sum of AED 220k and AED 250k for a 4-bedroom and 5-bedroom villa, respectively. If you are looking for more affordable options in the area, consider renting a 4-bedroom townhouse at around AED 190k.
Jumeirah Islands Floor Plans
- Floor plans for the Entertainment Foyer villa type can be viewed
The Jumeirah Islands floor plans available include the Entertainment Foyer 4-bed villa in European Cluster. These villas feature spaces such as a breakfast area, a majlis, a guest room/library and a deck on the ground floor.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
One of the biggest conveniences in Jumeirah Islands is its well-thought-out infrastructure, including its transportation system. Situated in a prime location, between interchanges 5 and 6 of Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), residents can easily merge onto the highway to commute to popular areas of Dubai. E11 is a tolled road but residents in Jumeirah Islands enjoy free entry and exit to Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lake Towers and other key areas of Dubai.
If you opt for public transport, Dubai Metro is the best option with the nearest station being the DMCC Metro Station in JLT. Living in Jumeirah Islands, residents prefer travelling in their own cars as they do not have to worry about parking. Moreover, the villas and townhouses feature a parking space with enough capacity to adjust more than one car.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
Living in Jumeirah Islands means you are well connected to most of the basic facilities including schools and hospitals. The community itself offers everything behind the gates while shops and schools in the neighbouring areas are easily accessible.
SUPERMARKETS IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
Choithrams is a community supermarket equipped with all the basic commodities and imported items from the UK. They also offer a home delivery service for Jumeirah Islands residents. Dominion Stores in JLT is also in proximity, while the nearest Carrefour Market is just 6 minutes away in JLT.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
There are plenty of mosques in Jumeirah Islands like Masjid Bani Hashim, Masjid Al Wahhab and Samad Mosque at short intervals. Dubai Evangelical Church Centre and United Christian Church are located in Jebel Ali, just 14 minutes from Jumeirah Islands. Similarly, Gurunanak Darbar is a Sikh place of worship near the community in Jebel Ali. The Hindu temples in Dubai will be found in the Bur Dubai area, roughly 30 minutes away.
SCHOOLS NEAR JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
Some of Dubai’s renowned schools are nearby. Dubai British School is a reputable choice for those looking at British curriculum options from pre-nursery to secondary. Emirates International School, Regent International School and Delhi Public School are other popular schools near Jumeirah Islands.
The community is also close to The American University in Dubai and the many university options in Knowledge Park.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
There is a branch of in the Jumeirah Islands Pavillion, which caters to the needs of residents. Some well-known hospitals can be reachedin 10 minutes or less such as Al Zahra Hospital and Saudi German Hospital, both of which are located in Al Barsha. Medical clinics nearby include Life Medical JLT and NMC Family Clinic.
POPULAR COMMUNITIES IN JUMEIRAH ISLAND
There aren’t any sub-communities in Jumeirah Islands since it is a cluster of 50 man-made islands. However, there is an area dedicated to commercial and leisure spots known as Jumeirah Islands Pavilion. It is basically a shopping centre with restaurants and entertainment options. All the beauty salons, fitness clubs and dry cleaners are in this area.
The residential side is just separated by clusters of different architectural designs. European Cluster is inspired by Spanish and French styles of the 17th century with geometric gardens. Mediterranean Cluster is the elite gated community with walkways and bridges connected to other clusters. Oasis Cluster villas are those that have richest flora and fauna while Tropical Cluster villas are usually elegant units settled amidst lakes. The Islamic Cluster as the name suggests is inspired by Moroccan, Ottoman and Abbasi architectural styles.
NEARBY AREAS
Located directly above Jumeirah Islands is the community of Jumeirah Heights. Contrary to the name, the area consists of six low-rise apartment buildings. Jumeirah Islands is also close to Jumeirah Park, a similar villa community, both Jumeirah Park and Jumeirah Heights are developed by Nakheel Properties. The Emirates Living communities developed by Emaar are also close by. These include The Springs, The Meadows and Emirates Hills.
Popular commercial and entertainment hubs such as Jumeirah Lake Towers and Dubai Marina are also in the vicinity of Jumeirah Islands. There are many hotels, restaurants and clubs in these districts.
LIFESTYLE
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
Most of the residents in Jumeirah Islands find that a key factor of its appeal lies in its quiet environment. The neighbourhood has many walkways and green spaces while still being settled in the city. There are many leisure spots, key landmarks and commercial areas located at a distance of a short drive.
MALLS IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
For those who would like to stay in the community can head to The Pavillion, the community centre for Jumeirah Islands. It has a number of shopping outlets and casual eateries for residents to enjoy. Apart from this, Dubai Marina Mall lies 9-minutes away, it has a cinema, a Waitrose supermarket and many other amenities. There are also many restaurants offering waterfront views in Dubai Marina Mall. Other nearby malls include Ibn Battuta Mall in the Discovery Gardens district and Mall of the Emirates in the Al Barsha community. Both of these malls are well-known and offer many retail, dining and entertainment options.
RESTAURANTS IN JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
There are quite a few restaurants in Jumeirah Islands. Fast food outlet Wendy’s and the casual Chinese restaurant, The Monk are highly favoured, as they are located close by in The Meadows. Pitfire Pizza, The Cavendish Restaurant and Monty’s are also located in neighbouring areas, offering a mix of continental cuisines and fast food. If you are craving authentic Asian food, Wokyo Noodle Bar is the place to be in JLT.
BEACHES NEAR JUMEIRAH ISLANDS
Residents of Jumeirah Islands are never away from sandy beaches, the community is surrounded by man-made lakes. You do get plenty of options nearby such as JBR Beach, Marina Beach and their associated beach resorts.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Living in these islands is an extravagant experience. Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa and the amazing views of Palm Jumeirah are all in proximity. The Pavilion itself has a lot of leisure activities and sports events along with a community clubhouse and numerous shopping centres.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
The community of Jumeirah Islands is self-sufficient. All the fitness clubs including Round 10 Boxing Club, DuGym and Fidelity Fitness Club are set behind the gates. For beauty treats you have La Coiffure Salon, La Femme, Bright Beauty Salon and resident favourite N Boutique that offers manicure sessions and nail art.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
For community events, there is a dedicated clubhouse. All the festivals in Dubai are celebrated there with great enthusiasm at the clubhouse and in the community. Some notable events annually held include Halloween parties, National Day festivites and Christmas markets.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
It can be hard to find good eateries in Jumeirah Islands, but plenty of them are situated in JLT which isn’t far away. The town focuses on having a serene and peaceful environment. Therefore, it is preferred by families or working professionals.