Highlights
- Renting property
- Buying property
- Popular communities
- Getting around
- Malls & restaurants
- Mudon Central Park
- Things to consider
- FAQs
ABOUT MUDON
Mudon is a gated residential project by Dubai Properties. In Arabic, Mudon means ‘cities’, it was originally a highly ambitious project planned to be three times the size it is now. The original plan was to replicate five ancient Middle Eastern cities – Baghdad, Beirut, Cairo, Damascus and Marrakech – making Mudon one large city within Dubai. Today, the area is a new housing development on the edge of the desert in Dubailand, at the intersection of Al Qudra Road and the Emirates Road (E611). The development is a collection of ready to move in townhouses and villas, with more off-plan additions to be delivered soon. It is also one of the popular areas to buy affordable villas in Dubai.
IN A NUTSHELL
- One of the top areas in Dubai to buy townhouses in affordable range
- Majorly comprises villas and townhouses and an apartment complex
- Residential area surrounded by landscaped parks and gardens
- Access to Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Khail Road (E44)
- Neighbours Arabian Ranches, Remraam and Sports City
Neighbourhood
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Mudon is a closely-knit community with 24-hour security, it offers residents a family-friendly environment. The gated residential project by Dubai Properties is one of the best areas for families in Dubai offering all kinds of lifestyle amenities at a hand’s length. Located in the heart of Dubailand it provides a tranquil yet active lifestyle where residents have access to a dedicated shopping centre, supermarket, schools, nursery, health club, medical centre, mosque, multiple swimming pools and a 1.8 million sq. ft. park. A wide network of main roads is also directly accessible.
Properties in Mudon
A relatively new residential development, Mudon offers mid-level luxury family homes and well spaced out and planned townhouses. The area is predominantly composed of independent 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas and has a huge selection of 4-bedroom townhomes. Mudon is further divided into multiple sub-communities:
- Rahat
- Naseem
- Arabella
- Al Salam
Arabella is a potential location for investing in Mudon townhouses starting from AED 1.26M. There are a few other residential clusters such as Arabella Phase II and Arabella 3 featuring a wide range of townhouses. Mudon Views is another most anticipated enclave of 5 low-rise blocks. It is the only apartment complex in the area offering a nice range of 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed apartments as well as duplexes.
Rental Trends in Mudon
Villa Type | Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
Villa Type 2-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 79,000 |
Villa Type 3-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 101,000 |
Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 130,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 176,000 |
Developed by Dubai Properties, this district consists of over 800 villas with impressive architectural designs surrounded by lush green gardens. Independent villas come in 3 to 5-bedroom configurations. These villas in Mudon are offered at affordable rentals starting from AED 84k for 3-bedroom homes spanning across 1,733 sq. ft. While the average rent for a standard 2-bed unit is AED 79k, per annum. Similarly, rents for 4-bedroom villas in Mudon start from AED 110k, whereas 5-bedroom villas cost around AED 200k per annum. Rahat is a popular cluster with relatively new villas on offer.
Those who prefer living in closely-knit clusters can choose between a range of townhomes spanning from 1,544 sq. ft. to 4,000 sq. ft. The Arabella cluster is a popular favourite for the selection of properties offered on annual rentals. Whilst townhouses for rent in Mudon range from 2 to 5 bedrooms, renting a 3-bedroom townhouse starts at 79k. Whereas, a 4-bedroom townhouse in Mudon are leased for an average annual rent of AED 140k. In Arabella, you will find that a few of the units are semi-detached and feature a dedicated maids room.
Apartment Type | Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 39,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 65,000 |
If you’re on a budget, searching for reasonable living space in Mudon, check out the properties in the newly constructed, Mudon Views. Here, you will find a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom apartments offered at an average rate of AED 39k and AED 65k, per annum, respectively.
Sales Trends in Mudon
Villa Type | Average Sale Price in AED |
|---|---|
Villa Type 2-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 1,233,000 |
Villa Type 3-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 1,604,000 |
Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 2,330,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 3,034,000 |
Those looking to invest in Mudon properties for sale can consider 3 to 5-bedroom villas and townhouses. Prices start from AED 1.35M for typical 3-bedroom villas in Mudon. These can cost you around AED 3.2M at max. If you are interested in buying bigger units in the same capacity, you can choose between 4 to 5-bed villas.
- Prices for 4-bed villas for sale in Mudon range from AED 1.8M to AED 3.3M
- Prices for 5-bed villas for sale in Mudon range from AED 3M to AED 5.2M
Buying townhouses in Mudon is also feasible for anyone who can fork out around AED 2M. If you are looking to invest in a 4-bedroom townhome for sale, prepare to shell around AED 2.6M while the more luxurious, 5-bedroom houses in Mudon may cost around AED 3.3M at the maximum.
Apartment Type | Average Sale Price in AED |
|---|---|
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 765,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 1,186,000 |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 1,790,000 |
Mudon Views is a group of five low-rise buildings with 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and two-storey duplexes. It is the only apartment complex in the area. The flats for sale in Mudon Views are popular amongst freehold buyers. Buying 1-bedroom apartments in Mudon costs around AED 765k while 2-bedroom flats for sale are offered at an average of AED 1.1. There are some more luxurious duplex units on offer as well and 3-bedroom apartments for sale in Mudon costing around AED 1.79M.
ROI in Mudon
Villa Type | ROI |
|---|---|
Villa Type 2-Bed | ROI 6.4% |
Villa Type 3-Bed | ROI 6.1% |
Villa Type 4-Bed | ROI 5.3% |
Villa Type 5-Bed | ROI 4.5% |
According to the statistics generated at Bayut, 2-bed and 3-bed units are most profitable with 6.4% and 6.1% ROI, respectively. So, those interested in buying a 3-bed townhouse in Mudon can prepare to fork out around AED 1.5M. Similarly, 4-bed villas have the potential rental yield of 5.3% while 5-beds round up the list with a 4.5% return on investment.
Apartment Type | ROI |
|---|---|
Apartment Type 1-Bed | ROI 5.4% |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | ROI 5.5% |
Buyers interested in apartments can expect a 5.4% rental yield for 1-bedroom flats. 2-bed apartments can also generate a high 5.5% return on investment.
Most Popular Communities in Mudon
With Mudon mainly being a villa community it might be difficult to choose the best one for you. Take a look at the most popular areas in Mudon below.
The community of Arabella Townhouses tops the list. This is mainly due to the fact that this is a newly completed development. Arabella and Arabella 1 were completed in mid-2018 with ready to move in properties, featuring 3, and 4-bedroom townhouses. Whereas Arabella 2 and 3 were completed by mid-2019. These two clusters feature 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom townhouses.
Naseem comes next, the second phase of Mudon. It consists of 240 independent villas in 3, 4 and 5-bedroom configurations. Each villa is spacious and has its own garden space. Also, there is enough room for a swimming pool to be installed in the backyard.
Following Naseem, Rahat, is a total of 362 modern 3, 4 and 5-bedroom detached villas constructed in a contemporary Arabic style. Al Salam was the first phase of Mudon featuring 398, 4-bedroom townhouses which include a dedicated porch for two cars, patio and garden and first-floor terrace.
Mudon Views ranks fifth, it is the only apartment community in Mudon. The complex offers 1, 2 and 3-bedroom flats for sale.
Mudon Floor Plans
If you are looking for Mudon floor plans, you can browse through the various 2D and 3D layouts available on Bayut’s official website for each building/community in Mudon.
Transportation and Parking Spaces in Mudon
There are plenty of parking spaces in Mudon. Here, each villa and townhouse comes with at least 2 dedicated spots. Moreover, residents have access to the street parking area, other than that there is a visitor parking lot and ample parking at the Al Salam Community Centre.
Public Transportation near Mudon
For public transport users, the area is only accessible by 2 bus stops near the Mudon Al Salam Community Centre. The nearest metro station would be Mall of the Emirates and you would have to take the F32 feeder bus from the station to get to the area. Taxis are hard to find in the area and you would have to rely on options like Uber or Careem or plan ahead and schedule your ride in advance through the RTA app.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTH CARE
Living in Mudon brings a dynamic experience with the convenience of all modern amenities needed for a healthy and active lifestyle.
Supermarkets in Mudon
Geant Mudon is a part of Mudon Community Center and there are Carrefour markets on both ends of the area. Choithrams is also another option, often stocking imported items from the UK and a few other ethnic goodies. These options should cover all essential grocery shopping trips; otherwise, there are a few other mini-marts spread across the area. For non-muslims, as a part of Geant Mudon, there is the British Butcher Shop, their selection is sourced directly from British farms.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN MUDON
Mudon Mosque is the main mosque for the area, it offers spacious covered parking. There is the Al Madinah Al Mustadama Masjid which is located at the border of Mudon and The Sustainable City.
St. Gregorios Orthodox Church is the closest church for the residents of this community. There is also the International Nepalese Community Church, both these churches are located in Jebel Ali Village – a short 10-minute drive away. If you’d rather head to St Mary’s Catholic Church, that would be a 25-minute drive.
Currently, there are no temples located in the neighbourhood, but the Sikh gurdwara, Guru Nanak Darbar is a 30-minute drive away.
SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES IN MUDON
Despite Mudon being a newer community, it is home to the Jebel Ali School which has been opened since 1978. It offers the UK curriculum until Year 9. The institute is counted among the best schools in Dubai. Also, it has conserved its very good rating from the KHDA inspections for the last 3 years.
Also located in Dubailand is the South View School, which also offers the UK syllabus up to Year 8. Next door in Arabian Ranches, only a 5-minute drive away, is the highly reputable Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS), it offers the UK education module till Year 11 and then offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) module for the final 2 years – Grade 12 and 13.
For younger children, there is the highly popular Blossom Nursery, the curriculum followed is the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). There are many branches of the notable, Blossom Nurseries in Dubai. Mudon is favoured by British expats hence the abundance of schools following the British model of education.
For students looking at higher education options in the emirate, they will find that both centrally located academic districts are just 25 minutes away. There is Zayed University Dubai Campus, University of Birmingham Dubai, Emirates Aviation University and more in Dubai International Academic City, located near Dubai Silicon Oasis. Alternatively, there is the Abu Dhabi University Dubai Campus, University of Manchester, Hult International Business School and more in the Knowledge Village. All these universities are internally accredited and offer multiple undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs.
HOSPITALS AND CLINICS IN MUDON
Currently, there are no hospitals in the area but in the nearby vicinity, there is the Aster Medical Centre in the Ranches Souk. Additionally, there is also the Aster Medical Clinic right next door as well. Emergency care patients will be taken to Saudi German Hospital in the nearby locality of Al Barsha and the newly opened MediClinic Parkview Hospital on Umm Suqeim Road. For specialized care, there is the Miami Autism Rehabilitation Centre, it is a provider of world-class, early interventional rehabilitation programs for children with autism and related developmental disorders. There is a BinSina pharmacy directly in the Town Centre, opening hours are 7 am – 10 pm.
Nearby Areas
As a part of the Dubailand community and easily accessible by Umm Suqeium Street, Mudon sits next to the master development, Arabian Ranches. Towards its western border, there is Remraam, while Arabian Ranches 2 at the opposite end. Studio City and Sustainable City are also close neighbours of the residential development. Another sports-themed master project, Dubai Sports City is accessible in less than 10 minutes via route D61.
Lifestyle
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
Malls in Mudon
There is the Al Salam Community Centre with food and beverage outlets, community services, health care, education, sports facilities and more. For the fitness enthusiasts who don’t like to spend a long time on the road, there’s an Athletic Concept Fitness First inside the perimeter of Mudon, that offers personal training sessions, all the equipment required for a weight training workout, includes classes offered to members for pilates, boot camps, muscle training, kids training and boot camp, as well as a full length swimming pool where swimming classes are also offered.
If you are looking to go on a shopping spree, the City Centre Me’aisem is just a 15-minute drive away. As part of the Majid Al Futtaim malls, it seamlessly combines all aspects needed for living essentials. Magic Planet is there to keep the little ones entertained. There is also the First Avenue Mall nearby in Motor City. It is an environmentally friendly, contemporary, European-style mall, with an indoor-outdoor boulevard and Arabesque influences. The mall houses more than 50 high-street retailers and 15 other food and beverage outlets.
Restaurants in Mudon
Apart from the restaurants in the Al Salam Centre, Mudon doesn’t have many others around the neighbourhood. There are quite a few popular options on the border of Mudon and its neighbours. You could visit Chez Sushi in Arabian Ranches, it offers a casual Japanese dining experience, Abatjour Bistro located in the Al Salam Community Centre showcases its take on traditional Mediterranean cuisine with shisha, if you are in the mood for seafood resident favourite: Hook and Cook will get those cravings sorted.
Beaches near Mudon
For beach lovers, visiting JBR would be your best bet as it has an open beach and multiple other amenities, such as playgrounds, restaurants, retail outlets all catering to the beachy vibe. JBR is a 20-minute drive from Mudon and the drive is totally worth-it to enjoy a range of activities at The Beach JBR.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Ever thought of learning to ride a horse? You can with the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club being so close by. Their equestrian centre offers polo, show-jumping and horse riding trips across the Arabian desert. They also have their own dining establishments and are open to hosting events.
Since Mudon connects to Al Qudra Road, you could take a short drive down to The Last Exit Al Qudra, this new and exciting food venture was launched by Meeras. It is a food truck haven where you can grab something to eat on route to the flamingo lakes or refuel after a ride on the cycle path. You could also go camping at Al Qudra lake or take a look at their oasis viewing deck while you are there. Notable food trucks are – classic American fare from Burger Pit, speciality crepes and coffee from Saddle Cafe and The Brass Cafe, an eclectic homegrown concept.
If you are looking for family fun then IMG Worlds of Adventure and Global Village will be your top options. IMG Worlds of Adventure is 5 minutes away from Mudon and is the world’s largest indoor theme park, it has different adventure zones featuring characters from Cartoon Network and Marvel Comics. Then there is Global Village, only 7 minutes away by car with its different ethnic pavillions, exotic food kiosks, exhilarating rides and much more.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
There are a lot of amenities for the residents of Mudon to enjoy, with small playgrounds at every nook and corner and a community centre offering many activities to enjoy. Another added benefit for the residents of Mudon is that no matter where you live in Mudon, you will have direct access to the Mudon Central Park. It will be perfect for picnics or quiet strolls as the park offers a sea of greenery, landscaped gardens and shaded trails. Cycling and jogging paths are woven in-between natural green open spaces all over the area and are in close proximity to a number of amenities. You can also use the football and basketball fields for a friendly match. There also is a Fitness First Mudon which offers unique new classes for its members.
For all your beauty needs there is a Tips and Toes Spa, as well as the cult favourite Loft Fifth Avenue Salon located in the Al Salam Centre. Otherwise, there is Rerotti Hair and Beauty Salon, they have two branches side by side, for both gents and ladies, close to Mudon but not inside. There is also the Haven Spa nearby, but that is ladies-only.
Mudon also offers a tennis court and football field to its residents where kids as well as adults can enjoy practicing their favourite sport.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
There is the Al Salam Community Centre located in the heart of the Al Salam Townhouse area. It brings residents together for community events and is a focal point for all leisure activities due to the centre having 2 pools, a health club, tennis courts and children’s play area. Keep an eye out for their events in order not to miss out.
Mudon is very popular for their community events like Halloween trick or treating, and other popular traditional festivities like Eid and Christmas. They also hold movie screenings under the sky during good weather months. Mudon is very popular with families. You can see lots of kids on their bikes during the evenings.
Mudon residents have gone a step further and created a facebook group which goes by the name “Mudon Neighbours Group”. By becoming a part of this group, residents are able to share different things like community events’ dates, garden, and other maintenance services offered etc.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
As for the rental properties in Mudon, choices are limited to villas and townhouses. However, with the development of Mudon Views, a few residential apartments have been added to the market. Mudon is an extremely family friendly environment, with many leisure amenities for both children and adults. Promoting it to be a safe, gated community, but public transport users might encounter slight difficulties with the commute.
FAQs about Mudon
How far is Mudon from EXPO 2020?
Mudon is approximately, 15 minutes away from Expo 2020. It is a popular option if you are looking to rent villas in residential communities near Expo 2020 site. It is also a favourable option for expat families.
Can foreigners buy properties in Mudon?
Yes, Mudon is popular among Dubai freehold areas. There is a range of ready and off-plan properties since many projects are on the way and Mudon is constantly evolving.
Location
- Located close to Arabian Ranches
- Al Maktoum International Airport is 15 minutes away
- 5 minutes drive to get on to Sheikh Muhammed Bin Zayed Road
- The Expo 2020 site is 15 minutes away
- 30 minutes from Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa