England Cluster, International City

Situated in the community of International City, England Cluster consists of several residential buildings. The cluster is on the northwestern side of International City situated along Al Awir Road (E44). Here, one will find freehold and leasehold studios and 1-bed flats. The residential buildings in England Cluster come in a combination of two, three and four storeys. True to their central theme, these structures have been designed to reflect the 18th and 19th-century British architectural concepts. Specifically, the architectural concepts have been inspired by victorian and revivalists themes.

International City is a self-contained suburb within Dubai, with various retail outlets, restaurants and places of interest situated close-by. The area is well-known for its themed subcommunities that have architectural designs inspired by countries such as China, England, Morrocco, Spain, Russia, Italy and Greece. The neighbouring communities include Dubai Silicon Oasis, Al Warqa, and Academic City. The area is located near a popular tourist hotspot which is Dubai Safari Park, it was recently launched in late 2017, and is home to 2500 animals which include reptiles and birds. Nearby, there is Dragon Mart a popular mall offering highly-affordable products including electronics, apparel, home and garden and several restaurants for casual dining.

Investors interested in a larger variety of flats can consider looking within the greater community, as one will find several types of apartment for sale in International City Dubai. Those simply looking for variety in rental flats in the area can consider looking at an apartment for rent in International City.

• Located in International City
• Features studios and 1-bedroom apartments
• Combination of 2, 3 and 4 storey buildings
• Apartment buildings inspired by victorian and revivalists design themes
• Reserved parking for residents and free roadside parking for visitors
• Dragon-Mart is a 4-minute drive away
• Apartments for sale or rent at affordable prices
• Sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi
• First aid centre for medical emergencies 
• Pet-friendly
• Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road (E311) is just 7-minutes away

Parking in International City, England Cluster is situated in an outdoor parking lot where residents can park their vehicles. Visitors can park on the side-streets which is free of charge.

There are several Elevators in International City, England Cluster that will allow residents to freely move in and out of their respective apartment buildings.

The building premises is monitored through CCTV cameras and there are security staff that are on stand-by. The electrical power is provided by DEWA, a government-owned power supplier. The building premises is fully maintained by expert maintenance staff.

Residents will enjoy a steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. There is also a central cafeteria for residents who don’t want to travel far to grab a bite to eat. For medical emergencies, there is a first-aid medical centre where residents can get seek immediate medical attention.

Pet owners will be delighted to know that keeping pets in International City, England Cluster is permissible.

Apartments in International City, England Cluster come with several features ensuring the health and safety of its residents

• There are fire extinguishers placed on every floor of the building

Each flat is equipped with an intercom system that helps in identifying visitors identity.

One can find a selection of studios and 1-bedroom flats in International City, England Cluster.

Studio flats in International City, England Cluster will have a floor space of 470 sq. ft. and 1-bathroom. The flat comes with a balcony and the windows are double-glazed. Rooms inside these flats include built-in wardrobes that take up no space in the flat. The kitchen area is located right next to the main entrance and is fully fitted with cabinets for storage of utensils and other household items. The bathroom has a shower-room with a glass door separator to prevent water runoff from showering.

1-bed flats have 760 sq.ft. of floor space and feature 2-bathrooms. Apartments may include a double balcony. Options to acquire fully-furnished units are also available that are ready to move in. The kitchen area in 1-bed flats will be semi-closed, which means there is a small serving window that overlooks the living area. The rooms are already fitted with fancy roof hung lighting fixtures, providing a sophisticated look and feel.

There are several rental apartments in England Cluster, Dubai, one can expect the following rental trends.

• Studio flats for rent in England Cluster, Dubai will have a rental range between AED 22k to AED 25k per annum
• Renting 1-bedroom apartments in England Cluster, Dubai, one can expect to pay an annual rent ranging from AED 28k to AED 35k

As a standard method of payment, most realtors and landlords will demand that payment be made in four post-dated cheques. This is the practice for renting property in UAE, though one can surely ask their realtor for more flexible payment options if one so desires.

Those looking to buy a flat in England Cluster, Dubai will find the preceding pricing trends to be useful.

• Studio flats for sale in England Cluster, International City, Dubai will have a price range between AED 230k to AED 260k
• Buying 1-bedroom flats in England Cluster, International City, Dubai one can expect to pay between AED 325k to AED 485k

One can expect to pay a small monthly payment of 1,771 per month for a mortgage loan for an apartment priced at 485k.

When it comes to public transportation near England Cluster, residents of International City won’t have access to metro stations,  though they can effortlessly reach a bus station for travelling. Those commuting in personal vehicles will find that England Cluster is situated along Al Awir Road (E44) which links with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311).

Bus stops near England Cluster include International City, Rivera Dreams which is located at an 11-minute walk. Also, 11-minutes on foot is International City, Bus Stop.

Nearby casual restaurants include:

• Sarhad Punjab Restaurant
• Russian Kabab Restaurant
• Papa John’s Pizza

At a 5-minute walk, there is Sarhad Punjab Restaurant. Here one can enjoy various Pakistani dishes such as chapli kebab, pulao, biryani and BBQ kebabs. Those looking for a casual Russian dining experience can walk for 5-minutes and experience Russian food at Russian Kabab Restaurant. For pizza lovers, there is Papa John’s Pizza which is a 13-minute walk, this restaurant has a dine-in as well as delivery service.

Nearby fine dining restaurants include:

• Thiptara- Palace Downtown
• Kris With A View – Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel
• Nusr-Et Steakhouse – Four Seasons Resort Dubai

At a 25-minute driving distance, residents will find Thiptara- Palace Downtown. Here, diners will find a decent selection of Thai cuisine, mostly with menu options that include Bangkok style seafood. Diners will enjoy their meal with a view that overlooks Dubai Fountain. 24-minutes away, there is Kris With A View – Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, this is a dining establishment that is known for Panoramic scenery of the city’s skyline, offering a variety of Pan-Asian menu options to select from. Nusr-Et Steakhouse – Four Seasons Resort Dubai is also another interesting fine dining establishment, it is most popular for its signature Turkish dishes that include seafood, grilled meats and a variety of alcoholic beverages to select from.

 Supermarkets near International City, Dubai, England Cluster include the following:

• Noareen Supermarket
• Sanad Al Madina Supermarket
• Carrefour City

At a 1-minute walk, there is Noareen Supermarket which is a small mart that stocks basic grocery items, ideal for small, last-minute purchases. At a 2-minute walk, there is Sanad Al Madina Supermarket, a medium-sized grocery shop carrying essentials. For those looking to shop in a much larger supermarket, there is Carrefour City which carries a wide range of food products and FMCGs. Here, one can procure fresh produce like vegetables, fruits and freshly baked bread, cake and snacks. It can take around 15-minutes to reach Carrefour City on foot.

Similarly equipped residential buildings nearby:

• Russia Cluster
• Italy cluster
• China Cluster

Those looking for similarly equipped residential buildings will find that just south of International City, Dubai, England Cluster lies Russia Cluster and Italy cluster. To the southeast, there is China Cluster.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Dubai Safari Park
• City Centre Mirdif
• Mushrif Park

At a distance of 14-minute drive, there is Dubai Safari Park which spans an area of  12.8 million sq.ft. Here, one will encounter various wildlife species of birds, mammals and reptiles. Visitors will learn a great deal about wildlife conservation while experiencing an up-close and personal encounter with the fauna. For those looking for complete entertainment, shopping and dining experience, they can reach City Centre Mirdif in 16-minutes via car. Once here, one will have access to a variety of retail outlets, restaurants and entertainment options. For those looking to spend the day relaxing and enjoying nature, there is Mushrif Park. Some examples of fun things to do in Mushrif Park include picnicking along the artificial lake with water fountains and free-roaming ducks and geese. The park also has miniature houses where visitors can go inside and explore. Apart from this, there is a large section dedicated to children where one will find a complete playhouse, jungle gym and wall-climbing obstacles.

Life in International City, England Cluster is mostly free of pollution, urban noise and excessive traffic. However, it may be difficult for those commuting to Downtown Dubai via public transportation. The distances are substantial, though not for those who have their vehicles. All in all, England Cluster offers substantially cheaper accommodation within Dubai which fit the budget of most middle-class ex-pats.