Silicon Heights 1, DSO

Situated along the Dubai – Al Ain Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) is an emerging community offering a mix of residential and commercial properties. The area is primarily spread over three parts, the Technology Park, villa compounds within the park and apartment buildings.

Silicon Heights is a two-tower residential complex developed by Vision Avenue Homes. Built alongside Nahyan Street D-54, Silicon Heights 1 is the first building featuring a mix of studios and 1-bedroom apartments. The low-rise tower has 9 floors above ground offering complete privacy and security.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Silicon Oasis
• Developer: Vision Avenue Homes
• Number of floors: 9
• Unit type: Studio and 1-bedroom apartments
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gym

There is secure parking in Silicon Heights 1.

Elevators in Silicon Heights provide access to all the floors.

The complex is gated and offers round-the-clock security. In case of emergency, intercoms can be used to coordinate with the reception. The entire building has an uninterrupted supply of utilities such as broadband internet and satellite TV cable connection. There is electricity backup as well. Residents pay annual maintenance charges to avail of maintenance and waste disposal services.

Residents have access to fitness facilities including a large swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and gym in Silicon Heights 1. Fitness enthusiast can also access other clubs and gyms in Dubai Silicon Oasis conveniently.

Kids can enjoy rides and fun activities in the covered play zone.

24-hour concierge services are available to facilitate guests and visitors.

Apartment types offered in Silicon Heights Building 1 include studio and 1-bedroom units.

Studio flats in Silicon Heights 1 have different layouts. A typical studio apartment has a covered area between 450 sq. ft. and 600 sq. ft., featuring a hall with large double-glazed windows to keep the apartment well-lit. Modern open-concept kitchenettes are equipped with appliances such as a microwave oven, a refrigerator, a washing machine and a cooking range. Each apartment comes with a balcony and a fitted bathroom.

Covering areas between 772 sq. ft. and 1,180 sq. ft.,1-bedroom flats in Silicon Heights 1 feature a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom, a living area, an open-concept kitchen and a balcony. Some apartments come with a guest bathroom and extra utility space.

Having personal conveyance is recommended if you want to live in Silicon Heights 1, and this goes for any residential area in Dubai Silicon Oasis. Dubai – Al Ain Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road are just a few minutes away and help connect with several important areas in Dubai. Residents can also make use of public transportation near Silicon Heights 1, which includes taxis and buses.

You can catch a bus from nearby stations: Le Solarium Tower 1 and 2 (1 minute away), Silicon Oasis 1 (3 minutes away) and DSO Operation Centre 1 and 2 (4 minutes away).

Rashidiya Metro Station is the closest at a 16-minute drive away. Those who use the Green Line can reach Creek Metro Station in about 17 to 18 minutes.

La Brioche, Canto Restaurant FZE, Magic Corn Restaurant, and Al Shorafaa DSO are popular restaurants near Silicon Heights 1. Other choices include:

• Cha Cha Chai
• Cupagahwa
• Krispy Kreme
• Snookers Sports Cage

These are present at the corner of the road fulfilling the caffeine cravings for all. Eateries offering international menu include:

• Hawi Mashawi
• Taco Barrio
• Copper Kettle

Hawi Mashawi is less than a minute away from the tower. Taco Barrio, which is 7 minutes away serves Mexican Food and Copper Kettle in Palacio Tower is around 5 minutes away from the building.

One can find a lot of supermarkets in Silicon Oasis. Best options for residents in Silicon Heights 1 are:

• Green Belt
• Plus Point

All these supermarkets near Silicon Heights 1 are quite easily accessible. Spinneys is 4 minutes away in Cedre Villas Silicon Mall. Choithrams in Spring Oasis Tower is also at a 4-minute driving distance. Carrefour Hypermarket is 6 minutes away from the building.

• Silicon Gates 2
• Al Falak Residence
• Topaz Residence 4
• Silicon Star 2

All these residential towers are located close to Silicon Heights 1 and offer an assortment of apartments for rent and sale with access to all the amenities that define lifestyle in DSO.

The development is just off the two main networks, Al Ain Road and Emirates Road. Therefore, it is easy to access from most parts of the emirate. Major landmarks in the area include:

• Desert Palm Polo Club
• Dubai Outlet Mall
• Dragon Mart

Silicon Heights 1 is 2.2 km away from Cedre Shopping Centre and 4.9 km from Zayed University. Merely 3 minutes away to the west, one can easily spot the low-rise multi-building complex – Silicon Gates.

Ongoing construction in the surrounding areas may seem off to those hoping for a quiet surrounding. However, the area will become one of the most sought-after places, especially for the expatriate community once fully developed.