Top 5 residential areas for fitness enthusiasts in Dubai
It’s easy for anyone to lead an active lifestyle in Dubai. From ladies-only gyms to fitness centres dedicated to popular workout programmes like spin classes, yoga and more — the city offers a plethora of facilities for residents to stay fit. If you are a fitness enthusiast planning to move homes in the emirate, there are many areas with well-developed sports and fitness facilities that can be of benefit. Here is a list of the top five fitness friendly-areas in Dubai.
Top fitness-friendly areas in Dubai
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
- Business Bay
- Dubai Sports City
- Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)
- Town Square
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If you were to ask anyone what are the best active lifestyle friendly areas in Dubai, the answer will most likely be Dubai Sports City. However, if you don’t happen to live there or close enough for a comfortable commute, there are plenty of other districts that are just as suitable.
We have highlighted them below, with their ranking based on overall consumer interest observed on Bayut.
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
According to popular searches conducted on Bayut, Jumeirah Village Circle is one of the most popular areas to live in Dubai — especially considering the many gyms and fitness centres in JVC. Some of the well-known gyms and fitness centres in JVC include the New Life Fitness Gym, a fully-equipped indoor facility and Roots Camp for those who love outdoor group workouts.
A range of flexible membership packages and affordable payment plans ensure that customers are well accommodated. Additionally, apartments in Jumeirah Village Circle have access to communal fitness centres while some of the villa communities and apartment complexes come with swimming pool facilities. This makes JVC one of the best residential areas with gym facilities in Dubai.
Potential tenants are also spoilt for choice when it comes to the types of rental apartments in Jumeirah Village Circle.
- Single folks looking to pursue active lifestyles near the area’s fitness facilities can opt for rental studio flats which are currently available for an average price of AED 44k.
- Families or couples looking for larger flats can look into the 1 and 2-bedroom apartments which average at AED 65k and AED 91k, on average.
- The larger 3-bed variety averages at AED 136k.
For investment purposes, the price to buy apartments in Jumeirah Village Circle is:
- Studios: AED 525k
- 1-bed: AED 805k
- 2-bed: AED 1.27M
- 3-bed: AED 1.7M for 3-bed
- Projected ROI: 7.76%
JVC also has a variety of villas available for rent and sale, for those in search of greater privacy and bigger living spaces.
- As for rental villas, the annual rent averages at AED 142k for 3-bed units, AED 175k for 4-bed houses and AED 189k for 5-bed villas.
Business Bay
Business Bay is another one of the fitness-friendly areas in Dubai. Those looking to get their fitness fix can register for memberships at the many gyms in Business Bay. Notable examples include Dhyana Dubai — a “little piece of wellness heaven” located in The Oberoi that offers programmes for Pilates and different yoga techniques. For a fitness activity that the whole family can enjoy, you can visit the Bay Avenue Skate Park in Business Bay
The apartments for rent in Business Bay are also ideally located close to Downtown Dubai, DIFC and Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Annual average rents for flats stands at AED 69k for studios, AED 92k for 1-bed, AED 142k for 2-bedroom and AED 199k for 3-bed units.
All in all, Business Bay is one of the best areas for fitness freaks in Dubai. Those hoping to buy flats in Business Bay also have several options to choose from.
- Studios: AED 984k
- 1-bed: AED 1.52M.
- 2-bed: AED 2.51M
- 3-bed: AED 3.86M
- Projected ROI: 5.87%
Dubai Sports City
As the name suggests, Dubai Sports City is an ideal area for potential residents with active lifestyles. The Elite Sports Residence, for instance, features state-of-the-art fitness facilities for residents in addition to spas where one can unwind after an exercise session.
Apart from this, there are plenty of popular sports facilities in Dubai Sports City. Other examples include the massive FitRepublik fitness centre which offers extensive training programmes for kids and adults alike. The gym is close to the Dubai Sports City Sports Park which has a running track.
The area has been a favourite for home seekers, especially expats who lead active lifestyles. The flats for rent in Dubai Sports City are also some of the most affordable on the market.
- Studios, 1-bed, 2 and 3-bedroom flats in the area are available for an annual average rate of AED 35k, AED 48k, AED 70k and AED 89k respectively.
If you are interested in buying flats in Dubai Sports City, the asking price for:
- Studios: AED 393k
- 1-bed: AED 585k
- 2-bed: AED 878k
- 3-bed: AED 1.3M
- Projected ROI: 8.61%
Those looking for larger accommodations may consider spacious villas for rent in Dubai Sports City.
- On average, a 3-bedroom house for rent in the area is available for AED 212k annually.
- The larger 4, 5 and 6-BHK rental villas in the area go for AED 246k, AED 404k and AED 706k on average.
Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)
JBR (Jumeirah Beach Residence) is another of the best areas for fitness enthusiasts in Dubai. The popular beachside community hosts a variety of indoor and outdoor workout programmes and gyms to keep residents in good shape. There is a branch of the UFC Gym Middle East in JBR which is renowned for kickboxing classes in Dubai.
Additionally, The Walk in JBR is also popular with fitness fanatics. Apart from hosting a range of restaurants and retail outlets, the beachfront promenade also has one of the best walkways in Dubai. Residents in JBR can also take advantage of the several gyms in Dubai Marina.
Jumeirah Beach Residence is primarily an apartment community, with units in several configurations available for sale and rent. Let’s start with the apartments for rent in Jumeirah Beach Residence.
- To rent a studio, you can expect to pay around AED 82k per annum.
- Rental prices for 1-bedroom apartments average at AED 133k while the larger 2 and 3-bedroom units go for a respective AED 192k and AED 220k per year on average.
The price of apartments for sale in JBR also depends on the facilities and sizes available:
- Studio: AED 1.34M
- 1-bed: AED 2.46M
- 2-bed: AED 3.31M
- 3-bed: AED 3.92M
- Projected ROI: 5.69%
Town Square
Those in search of areas for fitness enthusiasts in Dubai may also consider Town Square. It has an extensive network of jogging, cycling and walking trials. Up for more of a challenge? You can always go to the Al Qudra Cycling Track further down. The track has multiple routes and stretches’ for around 86km. For gym goers, there are fitness facilities available at Dubai Studio City.
The apartments for rent in Town Square are perfect for couples and small families who like to keep in shape.
- You can expect to spend AED 34k for studios, AED 53k for 1-bed, AED 74k for 2-bed and AED 118k for 3-BHK units.
For investors, the apartments for sale in Town Square can be considered, the price for which is:
- Studios: AED 444k
- 1-bed: AED 654k
- 2-bed: AED 897k
- 3-bed: AED 1.42M
- Projected ROI: 8.61%
For those who prefer more spacious homes, the villas for rent in Town Square are a good choice.
- As per the averages calculated by Bayut, the prices stand at AED 147k for 3-bed and AED 175k for 4-bed homes.
FAQs for fitness friendly areas to live in Dubai
What other places are perfect for fitness enthusiasts in Dubai?
Apart from the mentioned areas, you can consider areas like Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and Downtown Dubai. You can find walking tracks and workout stations here.
How to stay fit in Dubai?
A plethora of cycling tracks, state-of-the-art gyms and swimming pools make the emirate a haven for those who like to keep fit. Most rely on the most popular ways to get fit in Dubai, which include everything from sports to cycling and more.
This brings us to the end of our review of the best areas for fitness enthusiasts in dubai. Another great way to maintain peak fitness is swimming. You can look for a home in the areas with private pool villas in Dubai, if swimming is your preferred method.
Are you looking for places that offer specialised fitness services in the city? Take a look at some of the places with the best Zumba classes in Dubai.
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