Dubai’s International Media Production Zone

 

A number of freehold zones that are currently being built in Dubai are designed to cater for industry and business, and the International Media Production Zone is a large project from Tecom that will combine freehold residential property with commercial facilities for the media industry, specifically for graphic art, publishing and packaging.  In the middle of Dubai’s new commercial district, the International Media Production Zone will cover over 43 million square feet and will offer residents the infrastructure and facilities to combine work and lifestyle within the same place.

The features of IMPZ include land plots that will be available for investors to use in the media industry under one of the three main categories, as well as purpose built commercial space for freehold purchasing.  The concept allows firms to become better established, and with a number of key amenities on hand, as well as complementary firms, a growing business can really get ahead.  Add to this a convention centre, exhibition centre, logistics centre and specialised zones, this really is a key project for any firm in the media business.

There are a number of residential projects also underway, which will cater primarily to residents that work within the development.  These residential projects include Oasis Residential, The Centrium, Amwaj and Terrace Residential.  All residents can live comfortably and conveniently near to work, which avoids the common traffic problem into the city.  There are transportation services on hand as well, should anyone wish to go into the city anyways.  A community centre provides residents with communal facilities such as swimming pools and gymnasiums, as well as communal outdoor areas and family areas.

For anyone in the business of media, there really is no other place to be.  As the zone is so specific, there is less general demand from other businesses in the Dubai freehold market, meaning prices are a lot lower than more general commercial zones such as Business Bay or Jumeirah Lake Towers.  Shrewd investors should definitely consider IMPZ as a great way to establish a firm in the media industry.

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Emaar, Dubai’s flagship developer

 

The Dubai real estate market boom has attracted a number of developers to join the market, both international and local firms, but the flagship firm for Dubai freehold was Emaar properties.  Established in 1997, Emaar was the first property developer to announce the Emirates’ foray into property that is available to expatriates living in the United Arab Emirates, and also overseas investors.

Emaar, as a flagship developer, gets a large amount of support from the Dubai government, which owns quite a sizeable percentage of the company, and as such has the most projects that are completed on the Dubai property market.  The major projects that are already complete are The Greens, and Emirates Living, which includes The Meadows, The Springs, Emirates Hills and The Lakes.  The first project that Emaar announced was the massive Dubai Marina project, which is now home to projects by other leading developers such as Nakheel and Damac.

The Most internationally recognised Emaar project currently underway is the Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building.  This project is currently under construction and the main tower is expected to be completed by the end of 2008.  A number of other freehold residential projects of a high-rise and low-rise nature, which include The Old Town and The Residences, surround the tower.  The location of Burj Dubai and the prestige of the project has made the project popular with investors, and grown Emaar’s reputation as a leading property developer.  The other major freehold project by Emaar is the Arabian Ranches, a luxury villa development next to the Emirates Road.  The Arabian Ranches are very popular amongst residents with large families, and there is a constant shortage of freehold villas on the entire Dubai property market, the bulk of which are actually supplied by Emaar in the first place. 

Emaar has managed to establish itself as a leading developer on the Dubai property market, and as such has been able to expand into freehold projects in other countries such as Egypt and Lebanon.  Alongside other developer Nakheel, these two multinationals are shaping the future of the Dubai property market with their ambitious and unique freehold projects.

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al Kaheel equine development

 

As part of the massive Dubailand development, Al Kaheel is a sub-development of luxury villas with a modern theme and equine surroundings.  Designed to offer a peaceful lifestyle, with all the great amenities of Dubailand nearby, as well as the equine park’s own facilities, Al Kaheel is a different kind of luxury freehold development for investors who like space and quality of life.

With a choice of four, five or six bedroom villas, the Al Kaheel development is about creating as much space as possible, with open plan living overlooking landscaped gardens and private swimming pools.  The villas are all fitted with the best fixtures and fittings, which are suited to the tastes of the buyer.  The Al Kaheel concept combines a modern living environment with surroundings that reflect upon Arabian heritage and the spirit of equestrian life.  With so much available at one place, it’s no wonder that there has been a huge amount of interest in these beautiful properties.

The amenities on hand for residents include a community centre with communal swimming pool and gymnasium, as well as tennis and squash courts, health centre, and communal parks which are great for children.  The Dubailand community and Al Kaheel are spacious to cater for large families, and with 24-hour security on hand, it is a very safe environment for family life.  With shops, cafes, restaurants, hotels, bars, theme parks and much, much more in the Dubailand development, residents have easy access to a multitude of activities, making sure life at Al Kaheel can be relaxing and exciting if you want.

With Al Kaheel being quite a new project released on the market, prices are expected to increase, as work on this prestigious development gets underway.  For Dubai property buyers that want everything in one place, and plenty of space for all the family, Al Kaheel is a good investment and with the project completion a few years away, you have time to decide.

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Dubailand is set to be Dubai’s newest attraction

 

Located next to the Emirates Road and set to cover a massive 3 billion square foot, Dubailand is going to be the Dubai real estate markets’ biggest project to date.  The whole concept is to create a city within a city, a place where everything you would ever want to do, see or need is all in one place.  With a large variety of freehold properties available at Dubailand that include luxury villas, townhomes, apartments and commercial space, this is sure to be a popular destination for visitors and an ideal home for residents.

Dubailand promotes diversity, and with seven different themed areas across the whole project, there is something for everyone.  The themed zones include theme parks, science and planetariums, sports and leisure, culture and art, health and wellbeing, shopping and retail, and finally hotels and resorts.    With so much available in one place, Dubailand is a great place for anyone to live, be it couples, small families or even larger families.

Major freehold property projects at Dubailand include the prestigious Al Kaheel equine villas, The Living Legends, The Villa, Wadi Walk and Plantation.  There are a number of apartment projects within the Dubailand project, especially in Dubai Sports City, which is a massive sub-development in itself for all sports enthusiasts.  Properties are available from small studios and one-bedroom apartments, all the way to luxury living in the exclusive selection of villas on the market.  The amenities that accompany all the Dubailand freehold properties are superior in standard, well finished and there are added unique features available on the high-end properties such as Al Kaheel and Plantation.

There is so much to see and do at Dubailand, you will never be bored.  The project is due to be completed in 2020, but the first phases of the project are set to welcome residents in 2010, meaning you won’t have too long to wait.  There is so much amazing and unique property on the Dubai property market and Dubailand is sure to add its own individual features to the great selection already complete.

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Luxury living at Jumeirah Islands

 

Right in the heart of a big freehold property area, Jumeirah Islands are another unique take on living by leading developer Nakheel.  The Jumeirah Islands project, completed last year, consists of clusters of 50 manmade islands, each one featuring a collection of luxury villas with unique architectural exteriors and uniquely chosen interior fittings.  The Jumeirah Islands are located next to a huge variety of property projects, which include The Springs, The Meadows, The Lakes and Emirates Hills.

Finding a villa in Dubai is always difficult, and there is a vast shortage of freehold villas on the market in comparison to apartments.  Villas at Jumeirah Islands have the added bonus of being unique, as well as coming with the highest standards of luxury finishing’s.  Buyers have the choice of Oasis, Islamic, European and Mediterranean style architectural finishes, and a choice of three different floor plans.  All the villas are either four or five bedrooms, extremely spacious, with ample garden space and private swimming pools with every house.  The Jumeirah Islands is a great place for small or even larger families, and with such a great location near Emirates Golf Club and close to the Sheikh Zayed Road, the city is only a short drive away.

The amenities that accompany the Jumeirah Islands project are also high standard, including a community centre with communal swimming pool and gymnasium.  There are shops, cafes and restaurants all nearby, as well as schools and extra facilities just a few minutes away within the Emirates Living Community.   The project was completed just over a year ago and residents have generally been pleased with the finished results, including the integral water system that surrounds all the villa clusters.

As the villas at Jumeirah Islands are luxurious, they obviously carry a higher than average price tag for Dubai freehold property, however, compared to similarly sized properties on the market, they are quite competitive.  Properties at the neighbouring Emirates Hills are much more expensive and for large families, a villa at Jumeirah Islands may be just what you are looking for.

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Jumeirah Beach Residence is right on the Dubai coast

 

Property at Dubai Marina is amongst the most popular of any freehold developments in the Emirate, meaning that prices have really seen a rise, while other real estate apartment projects are not as sought after.  While some investors may be wary of higher prices, there is such a large variety either of projects completed or under construction that the prices, although higher, are still competitive for the location, and Jumeirah Beach Residence is the largest development on the marina.

Jumeirah Beach Residence, or JBR for short, is the largest single freehold apartment project in the world, with 36 towers for residential purposes, as well as 4 luxury hotel towers.  As you can imagine, such a massive project offers a great deal of diversity to property investors, with a choice of apartments from studio, one, two, three, and four bedrooms, as well as exclusive apartment duplexes, garden apartments, penthouses, lofts and terrace apartments.

The choice of amenities at Jumeirah Beach Residence are world class, featuring excellent shops, cafes, restaurants and even bars in the hotels.  Residents also have access to medical facilities, sports facilities and health clubs, all of this and so much more at a key beachfront location.  The biggest seller of JBR apartments is that the project is located right on the Jumeirah Beach, meaning residents have access to plenty of pristine coastline and clear blue waters.  Jumeirah Beach Residence, as a part of the Dubai Marina, is located next to Dubai Media City, near to Emirates Golf Club, and there is also access to the main city.

For comfort, convenience and a great view right over the Arabian Sea, look no further than Jumeirah Beach Residence.  There were some issues with quality before the project was completed but now that these kinks have been resolved and the residences finished a few months ago, the people living there get to enjoy the lifestyle that Dubai freehold property can help you attain.

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The Uptown Mirdiff development

 

As another one of Union Properties few freehold ventures, Uptown has really been popular amongst residents already located in the Mirdiff district.  This area of Dubai has really grown in popularity with locals over the past few years, due to the reasonable prices of property in comparison to more expensive districts such as Jumeirah.  Uptown offers residents the option to own property in the area, and features a selection of modest villas, townhomes and apartments in a safe and secure environment, packed with the best amenities.

Uptown Mirdiff reflects traditional European architecture in the midst of beautiful landscaped gardens.  The great variety of residential properties are either located in the heart of the development near the shopping centre, or down the quiet streets which are great for a peaceful way of life.  With communal swimming pools, gymnasiums and playgrounds dotted all over the development, this really is a great place for young couples, as well as families to make a living.  With such superb facilities right on hand, and shops, cafes and restaurants as part of the Uptown shopping centre, residents also benefit from living in such a key location with other Shopping Malls and Dubai International Airport just a few minutes’ drive away.

Property buyers have a good choice of properties to choose from: Townhouses, Rowhouses, Gate Apartments, Terrace Apartments, Courtyard Apartments and Garden Apartments.  The villas are three bedrooms with a choice of floor plans, and there are studios, one or two bedroom apartments available, all spacious and well finished.

Many people that invest in Dubai real estate do so with the intent of owning a home for the family, and Uptown Mirdiff really is a great place for family life at affordable prices.  Property here is very good value for money when compared to other key family-oriented developments such as the Meadows and The Springs.  Uptown Mirdiff should be a definite consideration for all serious property buyers looking for their perfect home.

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Dubai Silicon Oasis, the new city

 

The city of Dubai continues to stretch out with the development of the many multi-use freehold projects, and the Dubai Silicon Oasis is another massive project that will combine residential, commercial and retail units for investors.  Located in the Emirates Road, with easy access to Jebel Ali and the centre of Dubai, Silicon Oasis will be a mix of office towers, industrial sectors, luxury villas and apartments, as well as a whole host of facilities to cater to both residents and visitors every need.

There is set to be a mix of luxury villas and apartments for both freehold and leasehold buying, meaning investors have a good choice of property.  The concept of Dubai Silicon Oasis as a city in itself means that residents have access to all types of recreational, educational and essential facilities, which cannot be found anywhere else.  All freehold properties came complete with the usual leisure features such as swimming pools and gymnasiums, but the project also features world-class shopping, entertainment, cafes, restaurants, schools, universities and healthcare facilities.

All properties, whether residential or commercial will be fitted with the latest fixtures and finishing’s, ready to support technology and communications.  Residents also have the added benefit of living close to the Dubailand freehold project, easily the largest ongoing development on the Dubai real estate market.  This expansive project will incorporate entertainment, retail, commercial and residential sub developments on a grand scale and will be part of a new city that includes Dubai Silicon Oasis.

The great thing about buying property in Dubai right now is that there is something for everyone, and every type of budget.  The prices of property at Dubai Silicon Oasis are still very competitive and because there is such a good choice of property to choose from, investors can opt for a comfortable apartment, or even something more spacious will a luxury villa.  Compared to other projects on the freehold market, this really is the place to get a property at a competitive price in what will be one of Dubai’s most vibrant areas in a few years.

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Affordable freehold at Jumeirah Village

 

With yet another quality freehold venture by leading developer Nakheel, Jumeirah Village is set to offer a luxury, yet affordable, lifestyle in the heart of the desirable Jumeirah district.  With more than 2000 villas and townhouses set around water fountains and landscaped gardens, the Jumeirah Village is set to offer residents a friendly and safe environment in a good location, adjacent to the Sheikh Zayed Road and Emirates Road.  Magnificent architecture, great amenities and affordable prices mean that this property development is really growing in popularity with local and overseas investors.

Villas, townhomes and apartments are available in the seven different regions of the Jumeirah Village development: Gateway Village, Serenity Village, Waterscape Village, Marina Village, Marina Village, Lake Village, Garden Village and Wadi Village.  Each region offers residents a unique way of living incorporating gardens, water views, entertainment facilities and leisure activities to suit everyone.

Life at Jumeirah Village is about convenience and this is made easier by the wide choice of amenities that are right on your doorstep.  Schools, Mosques, tennis courts, swimming pools, jogging and cycling trails, football and cricket pitches, shops, cafes, restaurants and much, much more make this the perfect getaway from working life.  One of the key features of the project is the selection of townhouses that will cater to the affordable end of the market for young couples and small families.  A selection of one and two bedroom townhouses with a choice of Mediterranean and Arabic architecture will feature high quality finishing, car parking spaces, the latest fittings for communications and technology, as well as a competitive price on the booming Dubai property market.

Jumeirah Village is set to be an expansive quality development from a developer that is responsible for the Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali and the Jumeirah Islands.  With so much expensive property on the Dubai real estate market, Jumeirah Village is set to be a quality, affordable project in the best possible location and with all the amenities, you would expect of high price freehold units.

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Family living at Green Community

 

Taking a step back from the hectic city life is exactly what the majority of property buyers are looking for, and the Green Community brings all this and more to the Dubai freehold property market.   Located next to the Dubai Investments Park in Jebel Ali, this freehold project from Union Properties features a selection of family-oriented villas and apartments, as well as a number of retail and commercial spaces.

Surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, the Green Community is all about promoting a greener and more relaxing way of life, while still offering residents all the comforts and conveniences of a self-contained freehold development.  All the units are well spaced apart and include luxury villas, family villas, townhouses, and apartments offering terraced views, gardens, and plenty of space for couples and small families.  All units are finished to a high specification, and are fitted with high quality fittings.  All units are ready for high-speed communications and technology, and 24-hour security means that residents are living in a secure environment.

All residents get access to communal leisure facilities, including swimming pools and gymnasiums.  The Green Community also features shops, cafes, restaurants and a supermarket in its own shopping centre.  The Courtyard Marriott hotel is a high standard hotel with a great selection of further leisure facilities and other amenities for residents and guests, which include restaurants and bars.

The Green Community is different from other property developments in Dubai, due to the fact that the properties are leasehold.  Investors can buy these properties on a 99-year lease, which has led to lower prices on Green Community units.  With so much demand for villas in the Dubai property market, the saving that buyers can make by choosing leasehold over freehold is great for investors looking for a permanent home.  As property prices are still on the rise in Dubai, and many developments are located much closer to the city, the Green Community will continue to be popular amongst investors that want to separate work and home life.

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