HIGHLIGHTS
- Renting Property
- Buying Property
- Getting around
- Schools and Clinics
- Malls and Restaurants
- Leisure activities
- Things to consider
ABOUT PACIFICA
Pacifica is one of many residential clusters within DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya Oxygen). It features standalone villas and townhouses consisting of 2 to 4 and 6-bedrooms. The area can be described as a peaceful and tranquil community surrounded by lush greenery. The neighbourhood is classified as a green residential area making it an area that is true to its theme. Pacifica community was developed from the ground up by Damac Properties. Thus, residents will enjoy the highest standard of living with nearly every amenity a short drive away.
IN A NUTSHELL
- located just off Al Qudra Road (D63)
- The sub-community has a clubhouse
- Situated beside the Trump World Golf Club
- Consists of 2 to 4 and 6-bed independent villas and townhomes
- Flagship project by one of the top real estate in Dubai, DAMAC Properties
NEIGHBOURHOOD
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Popular points of interest are:
- A series of man-made lakes, offering an enjoyable backdrop
- The area will be home to a variety of entertainment venues
- A skydome in the region that offers breathtaking views
- Akoya Community and Retail Centre closeby
- Sports venues in the parent community
- Children’s water park
Pacifica is an ideal community for nature lovers. With its very own tropical forest in the planning, it is expected to be home to several plant and bird species.
PROPERTIES IN PACIFICA
Properties in Pacifica include townhouses and villas for sale which come with 2 to 4 and 6-bedrooms. The accommodating area will vary between, 1,800 sq. ft. to 3,500 sq. ft. There is a large space dedicated to private gardening on each property. In addition to the necessary amenities, each villa and townhouse include a spacious living area, a dining hall, a powder room, a modern kitchen, and in some configurations, maid’s quarters on the ground floor. In larger villas, one bedroom is on the ground floor to serve as a guest room, also all bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and access to private terraces. Terraces and balconies are common features of villas and townhouses. There are also double-glazed windows and dedicated storage rooms in these homes.
The community is close to several amenities. Residents can easily access the ATM nearby and depend on efficient rubbish disposal. Moreover, there’s staff dedicated to helping with infrastructure maintenance and repair. Some units may come fully-furnished and central heating and cooling is standard in all townhouses.
Rentals Trends in Pacifica
Interested individuals can have an idea about the rents for villas in Pacifica:
- 4 BEDS
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- 5 BATHS
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- 1632 SQFT
- 4 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 1880 SQFT
- 6 BEDS
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- 7 BATHS
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- 3698 SQFT
- 4 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 2549 SQFT
- 6 BEDS
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- 7 BATHS
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- 3498 SQFT
- A 2-bed villa for rent in Pacifica comes with 3 bathrooms and is worth AED 75k as annual rent
- It takes no less than AED 69.9k to rent a 3-bed villa in Pacifica, which has a built-up space of around 2,500 sq. ft.
- The average amount needed to rent a 4-bed villa in Pacifica for a year is AED 85k
- Rent for a 6-bed villa in Pacifica is around AED 170k per annum. These houses have a plot size of about 3,500 sq. ft. with a built-up area of nearly 3,000 sq. ft.
Interested parties can also consider renting a townhouse in Pacifica:
- 3 BEDS
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- 5 BATHS
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- 1633 SQFT
- 3 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 1880 SQFT
- 4 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 1633 SQFT
- 3 BEDS
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- 3 BATHS
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- 1880 SQFT
- 3 BEDS
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- 5 BATHS
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- 2458 SQFT
- 4 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 1881 SQFT
- Rent for a 2-bed townhouse in Pacifica is AED 73k for a year. These townhomes offer 3 bathrooms and accommodation space of about 1,500 sq. ft.
- The rental trends for a 3-bed townhome in Pacifica lie between AED 70k and AED 100k per annum. With a built-up floor space of around 2,500 sq. ft., these houses feature 4 to 5 bathrooms
- A 4-bed townhome for rent in Pacifica has an average rent of AED 85k for a year.
- Rent for a 6-bed townhouse in Pacifica is around AED 165k per annum. With 7 bathrooms, these homes have a plot size of 3,500 sq. ft.
Sales Trends in Pacifica
Buyers looking for elegant villa properties can check out the villas for sale in Pacifica:
- The average sale price for a 2-bed villa in Pacifica is AED 1.1. These villas are built-up over a plot size of about 1,500 sq. ft.
- It takes a maximum of AED 1.8M to buy a 3-bed villa in Pacifica. The plot size for these villas is around 1,900 sq. ft. and comes with 4 to 5 bathrooms
- To buy a 4-bed villa in Pacifica, one needs to shell out more than AED 1.7M. These houses have a built-up space of about 2,500 sq. ft.
- The price tag for a 6-bed villa in Pacifica falls between AED 2.4M and AED 2.8M.
People who like to interact and socialise and are not very concerned about keeping privacy can also look for townhouses for sale in Pacifica:
- A 2-bed townhome for sale in Pacifica bears a sold tag of around AED 1M
- The average sale price for a 3-bed townhouse in Pacifica is AED 1.3M
- The price range for a 4-bed townhouse for sale in Pacifica is between AED 1.4M and AED 1.7M
- It takes a minimum of AED 2.6M to buy a 6-bed townhouse in Pacifica
PACIFICA FLOOR PLANS
Those looking for Pacifica floorplans can browse through the 2D and 3D floor plans available on Bayut. Interested ones can also virtually visit the property via Bayut’s 3D live floor plans.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN PACIFICA
Residents will never have to go out of their way to find parking spaces in Pacifica. Each residential unit will come with a dedicated parking space for at least one vehicle.
Public Transportation Near Pacifica
For commuters with their own vehicle, Pacifica is well-linked with major road networks. To the south, there is Jebel Ali — Lehbab Road (E77) which connects with Dubai Al Ain Road (E66) heading north and southbound.
Public transportation near Pacifica includes bus stops such as Al Ain Road Ahazij Underpass bus stop and Rawdah Poultry Farm bus stop, both at a distance of 18-minutes via car. Other nearby bus stops include The Sustainable City Main Entrance bus stop at a distance of 19-minutes and Arabian Ranches 2 Main Entrance bus stop which is 18-minutes away. Metro stations near Pacifica that are reachable in half an hour or less include the First Abu Dhabi Bank metro station, Mall of the Emirates subway station and Sharaf DG metro station.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS NEAR PACIFICA
The closest supermarket is Carrefour in Akoya Retail centre. It takes a drive of about only 7-minutes to reach there. Other supermarkets near Pacifica include New Mart Supermarket which is 18-minutes away. This is a small supermarket that carries basic grocery items. Residents looking for a varied selection of foodstuffs and FMCG can visit West Zone Fresh Supermarket which is 26-minutes away. At a distance of 27-minutes, there is also a Carrefour Market — Emirates Towers.
MOSQUES NEAR PACIFICA
DAMAC Hills 2 Masjid is a community mosque at a drive of about 7-minutes. There are a few other mosques near Pacifica, the nearest one is Remraam Mosque at a 25-minute drive. Slightly further away at a 26-minute drive are Al Waha Masjid and Hasan Abas Sharbatly Mosque. All three mosques can accommodate several hundred worshippers in their individual capacities.
OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP NEAR PACIFICA
When it comes to churches near Pacifica, for the Baptist community, there is a church along Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) which is called the Emirates Baptist Church International (EBCI). It is also one of the top churches in Dubai. Also, along the same road, there is Fellowship: A Christian Church in Dubai. For those belonging to the Seventh-day Adventist sect, there is Seventh Day Adventist Church, a half an hour’s drive away in Dubai South.
Sikh temples near Pacifica include the Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Gurdwara in Jebel Ali Village. For Hindus, many temples are located in Bur Dubai including Shiva Temple, Shree Krishna Haveli and Shrinath Ji Temple.
SCHOOLS NEAR PACIFICA
The master community DAMAC Hills 2 (Akoya Oxygen)’s development plans include nurseries and schools. But because the plans are still in the works, the area’s preschoolers are currently served by only one nursery which is Shining Stars Nursery Dubai.
Nearby nursery options include:
- Step By Step Nursery
- Kids Zone Nursery
- Blossom Mudon Nursery Dubai
Nearby primary and secondary schools include:
- Delhi Private School
- Fairgreen International School
- Jebel Ali School
When it comes to schools near Pacifica, this building is still under construction, the area doesn’t have any schools within the immediate vicinity. However, most schools are located at a distance of 30-minutes or less. The closest one is Delhi Private School that just 12-minutes away. At 24-minutes, there is Fairgreen International School which offers education following a British National Curriculum. Other nearby schools include Jebel Ali School which is 29-minutes away.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR PACIFICA
Nearby Medical Facilities include:
- Saudi German Clinics DAMAC Hills 2
- Aster Clinic
- Mediclinic Parkview Hospital
- Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Center
Clinics near Pacifica include Saudi German Clinics DAMAC Hills 2 which is just 6-minutes away. It is a privately run community clinic that offers consultations in general medicine.
Hospitals near Pacifica include Mediclinic Parkview Hospital which will require a drive time of 27-minutes to reach. A more well-known hospital nearby is the Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Center, located 25-minutes away which falls under the district of Motor City.
Health First Pharmacy 30 is the only pharmacy in the community, at a drive of about 7-minutes. The other pharmacies near Pacifica take a bit of a ride to reach there including Aster Pharmacy and LIFE Pharmacy which are reachable in 25-minutes or less. Whether one requires a prescription drug or needs medicine from over the counter, both pharmacies stock the necessary drugs.
NEARBY AREAS
Nearby residential areas include:
- Dubai Motor City
- Dubai Investment Parks
- Dubai Academic City
Dubai Motor City is a distinctive community with an automotive theme. The area has a racetrack where various motorsports events take place and is located to the north of Pacifica. Located northeast of Pacifica, there is Dubai Academic city, home to several universities and institutes of higher education. The commercial district of Dubai Investments Park is located northwest of Pacifica.
LIFESTYLE
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS NEAR PACIFICA
Nearby malls include:
- Dubai Outlet Mall
- Cityland Mall
- City Centre Me’aisem
Malls near Pacifica include Dubai Outlet Mall which is 26-minutes away. It is a complete shopping, dining and entertainment centre which is quite popular with kids, as it is home to Chuck E Cheese’s — an American chain that is a hub for arcade games and flavourful pizzas. Another popular mall is City Centre Me’aisem, 32-minutes away. Cityland Mall is a 27-minute drive away, it is a one-of-a-kind nature-inspired mall that boasts a Carrefour hypermarket open in the mall.
Popular stores inside Dubai Outlet Mall include:
- Adidas Factory Outlet
- Automobili Lamborghini outlet
- Crocs Outlet
Adidas Factory Outlet is the go-to store for sports fans, as they carry accessories, footwear and apparel for every type of sport, be it basketball, football or cricket. For Lamborghini fans, the Automobili Lamborghini outlet is where they need to be as it houses all things related to the Lamborghini brand. For those who want the perfect balance between style and comfort from their footwear, there is the Crocs Outlet which specialises in selling ultra-comfortable footwear.
RESTAURANTS NEAR PACIFICA
Restaurants inside Dubai Outlet Mall include:
- Skyler’s Gourmet Bistro
- Chuck E. Cheese’s
- Dolma House Restaurant
Skyler’s Gourmet Bistro is home to contemporary American cuisine and exotic fusion dishes. Those looking for an authentic dining experience with Russian and Turkish cuisines can visit Dolma House Restaurant.
Restaurants near Pacifica include:
- Dough Me Nation
- Nay Oxygen Cafe & Restaurant
- Qasr Al Madina Restaurant & Cafe
- Shawarma Location
The nearest restaurants are the ones which are located within the Akoya Community Centre including Dough Me Nation, Shawarma Location, Nay Oxygen Cafe & Restaurant and Qasr Al Madina Restaurant & Cafe. Dough Me Nation is an elite fast-food restaurant with a diverse menu. The restaurant is well-known in the area for its pizzas, but it also offers Italian, Arabian, and Middle Eastern fusion cuisine. Fine-dining facilities include Qasr Al Madina Restaurant & Cafe and Nay Oxygen Cafe & Restaurant. Shawarma Location, Al Toot Alabyad Food Truck, and Grandma BBQ Grill are some other local and small-scale restaurants near Pacifica.
BEACHES NEAR PACIFICA
Beaches near Pacifica include Al Sofouh beach, located 37-minutes away by drive. As compared to other beaches, Al Sofouh is not overcrowded and will serve as an ideal getaway from other congested beaches. Slightly further away at a distance of 41-minutes, there is Kite Beach which is a popular destination for water sports activities.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Nearby landmarks include:
- Trump International Golf Course
- Dubai Miracle Garden
- Dubai International Stadium
Located just 25-minutes away are Trump International Golf Course and Dubai Miracle Garden. The golf course has a clubhouse that includes exclusive amenities such as a fitness centre. Whereas Dubai Miracle Garden is a large flower garden with life-size structures decorated with flowers. One of its most popular structures is the Emirates Jetliner, made entirely out of flowers.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Residents can stay fit at:
- Gatton Park
- Alvorada Park
- Mirador Park
One of the closest parks near Pacifica is Alvorada Park, a 23-minute drive away. This park has pathways for walking, cycling and jogging, there is also a tennis court which is ideal for tennis lovers. To reach Gatton park, one can expect to drive for 26-minutes. Gatton is lined with trees and is ideal for family get-togethers or small picnics on a good day. Finally, Mirador Park is 28-minutes away and is perfect for families with small kids as it has several options for outdoor play.
Gyms near Pacifica include CK Fitness Gym and Fitness Edge in DAMAC Hills 2, Both are located about 7-minutes away.
Nearby salons and spas include:
- Le Vendôme Ladies Beauty Lounge
- The Corner Barber
- The Haven Spa and Beauty Salon
- Nstyle Beauty Lounge
The nearest grooming salons are Le Vendôme Ladies Beauty Lounge and The Corner Barber, both of which are around a 5-minute drive. The Corner Barber offers typical salon services such as hair and beard trimming to men. The Haven Spa and Beauty Salon is about a 24-minute drive away. This is a full-service spa that provides a variety of massages and therapies. At 19-minutes away, residents can get beauty treatments at Nstyle Beauty Lounge. This salon offers hair care services, manicures, pedicures or facials and is popular for its professionalism.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Residents can visit The Al Marmoom Heritage Village in 23-minutes, which is where most events take place. The festivals that take place here are often themed around celebrating Khaleeji culture and heritage and give an insight into the history of the Emirates.
SOCIAL COMMUNITY GROUPS
Currently, there are no community-specific social media groups. However, once the area becomes populated, there will be a dedicated social media group where residents can network, and exchange ideas and concerns.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Akoya Oxygen is still under development and many planned entertainment and shopping centres are under construction, there are limited options available within the community thus residents will have to drive outside Pacifica to procure goods and services. As the community matures more amenities and facilities are expected to be available in Pacifica.
LOCATION
- Downtown Dubai is 37-minutes via Financial Centre Road (D71)
- Dubai International Airport is a 37-minute drive away
- Jebel Ali is 53-minutes away by a drive