Alma, Arabian Ranches

Alma is a villa and townhouse enclave in one of Emaar’s most popular development, Arabian Ranches. Inspired by Spanish architecture and designs, these residential units have high-end finishes. Along with exceptional homes, the community has many facilities within close reach, such as sports courts, private gardens, retail stores and schools.

• Boasts 2 and 3-bedroom spacious residential units
• Many houses overlook the scenic Arabian Ranches Golf Club
• Arabian Ranches Retail Centre is just a few minutes away
• Easy access to mosques, clinics, restaurants and schools

Alma has two sub-districts: Alma 1 and Alma 2. Both boast a family-friendly environment. Other points of interest in Alma include:

• Sports courts
• Swimming pools
• Walking trails

With Arabian Ranches Retail Centre just around the corner, residents enjoy quick access to many facilities. The community is also positioned in the centre of Arabian Ranches, making it convenient for the residents to reach other sub-districts.

Residential properties in Alma comprise 2 and 3-bedroom villas and townhouses. The first phase of the development, Alma 1, has 3-bedroom units. On the other hand, the second phase has 2-bedroom houses.

Since the community is positioned adjacent to the Arabian Ranches Golf Club, the residents can view the scenic green spaces through their balconies. Alma townhouses for rent include private gardens, study rooms, parking spaces and efficient air-conditioning systems.

The common mode of transportation in Alma, Arabian Ranches, are taxis and buses. There are many bus stops located near the sub-community.

Arabian Ranches Retail Centre bus stop is the closest, approximately 3 minutes away by car. Other nearby bus stops are Arabian Ranches Saheel Gate 2 & 3 and Ahmad Villa Home Arabian Ranches.

Residents get dedicated parking spaces in Alma. One can also find parking spaces for visitors as well.

There are quite a few supermarkets near Alma, such as:

• Carrefour Supermarket 
• Cart Supermarket 
• Tudo Mart 
• Rightbuy Supermarket

Carrefour in Arabian Ranches Community Centre is the closest, approximately a 3-minute drive from the sub-community. The other three supermarkets near Alma are also less than 20 minutes away by car. Residents can easily find daily necessities and more at these shops.

There are a few mosques near Alma. The nearest one is Al Rahman Mosque which can be reached within a few minutes. Other mosques include Masjid Salam and Al Eman Mosque, about 10 minutes away.

Many churches near Alma are less than 20 minutes away. The nearest is Casa de Oracion Torre Fuerte, a 16-minute drive away. Fellowship and Emirates Baptist International are 20 minutes away.

Shiva Temple and ShrinathJi Temple in Bur Dubai are about 35 minutes away.

Gurunanak Darbar Sikh Temple Dubai is 23 minutes away. There is a Buddhist temple Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery in Jumeirah which can be reached within half an hour.

The most prestigious schools near Alma include the following:

• Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) Arabian Ranches
• GEMS Metropole School in Motor City
• Safa Community School in Barsha South

The closest option for the parents would be Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) Arabian Ranches. Hardly a 5-minute drive away, the school holds an outstanding KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority) rating. The school offers the British curriculum from FS 1 to Year 11 and International Baccalaureate curriculum in Years 12 and 13.

Safa Community School was rated Very Good by the KHDA. A 12-minute drive away from the neighbourhood, it offers both UK and IB curriculums.

Another British school, GEMS Metropole School, can be reached in 10 minutes.

Families with young ones can find many nurseries near Alma as well. The list includes:

• Raffles Nursery
• Building Blocks Nursery
• Blossom Nursery

Many residents in Arabian Ranches go for Raffles Nursery, located within the community about 5 to 6 minutes away. Building Blocks Nursery in Motor City and Blossom Nursery in Mudon are 15 minutes away.

Nearby universities for pursuing higher education include Zayed University, University of Dubai and American University in Dubai, all of which are a 20-minute drive away.

Residents have quick access to medical facilities. These include:

• Mediclinic Arabian Ranches
• Aster Clinic
• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital

Residents can conveniently visit Mediclinic Arabian Ranches. Located 2 minutes away, the clinic can also be easily reached on foot. The clinic is well-equipped and offers numerous medical services such as dentistry, internal medicine, family medicine, orthopaedics, gynaecology, paediatrics, dermatology and physiotherapy.

Apart from this, Aster Clinic in Arabian Ranches 2 can be reached within 12 minutes. Other clinics near Alma include Apex Medical & Dental Clinic and The Chiron Clinic.

Hospitals near Alma are Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in Al Barsha, Saudi German Hospital – Dubai and Al Zahra Hospital Dubai.

Alma is positioned in the central region of Arabian Ranches. Sub-communities near Alma include:

• Al Mahra
• Savannah
• Saheel

Residents can easily reach Motor City, Arabian Ranches 2, Al Barsha and Dubai Studio City.

Shopping is not a hassle for the residents living in Alma. The nearest shopping centres are:

• Arabian Ranches Retail Centre
• The Ranches Souk
• My City Centre, Al Barsha

Arabian Ranches Community Center is 3 minutes away by car. The community shopping centre houses plenty of retail stores, including a supermarket, a pharmacy, a spa, a men’s salon and a few eateries such as Shakespeare and Co. and Costa Coffee.

Located in Arabian Ranches 2, The Ranches Souk will take an estimated 14-minute drive to reach. The 2-storey shopping centre boasts 35 retail shops and dining options such as Caribou Coffee, Paul and Cold Stone Creamery.

Residents can conveniently access My City Centre Al Barsha. Located approximately 13 minutes away from Alma, the mall includes international brands such as Aldo, Skechers and Inglot. The shopping centre is highly favoured by the residents living in the area.

From fast-food chains to cafes and casual restaurants, residents can easily find an option that best fits their mood. Restaurants near Alma include:

• Maison Mathis 
• The Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant
• Shakespeare & Co.
• Ranches Restaurant 
• Carluccio’s

All of these restaurants are within a 20-minute driving distance. For coffee, there is a Costa Coffee and Caribou Coffee located in Arabian Ranches Community Center, approximately 3 minutes away.

Top restaurants in Motor City are 16 minutes away. The most popular ones are:

• Hengchen
• Little Bangkok
• Tomato & Basilico
• Wendy’s
• Starbucks
• Little Bangkok
• Domino’s
• KFC

The residents will have to spend about 22 to 25 minutes to reach the most popular beaches in Dubai. The best thing about the beaches of the emirate is even though they share the same coast, each beach has a distinctive nature.

Beaches near Alma include Jumeirah Beach, Kite Beach and JBR Beach. Regarded as one of the top waterfront spots in Dubai, JBR Beach is quite a hit among the residents and tourists. The beach offers plenty of activities, including banana boat rides, camel riding, a running track and a volleyball court.

One can also find many dining options to savour delicious food while enjoying the exotic beach views. Kite Beach also offers scenic views with several fast-food options.

The most notable landmarks near Alma are:

• Arabian Ranches Golf Club
• Dubai Miracle Garden
• IMG Worlds of Adventure
• Dubai Autodrome

Golf lovers will be pleased to know that Arabian Ranches Golf Club is a 2-minute drive from Alma. The 18-hole, par 72 golf club offers practice facilities, tournaments, guest rooms, various golf events, and dining options.

Another venue for sports lovers is Dubai Autodrome, a short drive away. With a range of high-end motorsports activities and events on offer, the location is much-visited by motorsports enthusiasts. The thrilling arena allows you to drive karts and sports cars.

IMG Worlds of Adventure is a mega indoor amusement park. The venue is widely popular for being the biggest indoor theme park in the world. Spanning 1.5 million sq. ft., the park can host 20,000 visitors. The venue is loved by kids and adults, offering various rides, themed areas and numerous eateries. The popular points of interest in the famous park are Cartoon Network and Marvel-themed zones, both of which appeal to their respective fans.

Dubai Miracle Garden is another major attraction within a short distance. The garden has numerous ornate flower sculptures, making it one of a kind. The delightful park attracts a great number of tourists every day.

Fitness enthusiasts in Alma will find plenty of activities to stay in shape. These include:

• Tennis Court
• Basketball Court
• Community swimming pool

The residents can also find walking trails that pass through various Arabian Ranches communities. There are a few gyms within close vicinity as well, such as:

• Optimal Fitness
• Fitness First
• Snap Fitness

All of these fitness facilities are less than 20 minutes away.

To keep up with the beauty trends, the residents can find several beauty centres and spas. These include:

• Tips & Toes
• The Nail Spa 
• Sea Salt Spa

All of these salons and spas are located less than 20 minutes away. Tips & Toes in Arabian Ranches Community Center is approximately 3 minutes away.

Residents can participate in the events held in Arabian Ranches which are organised throughout the year. These include events held on commemorative days and holidays such as Chinese New Year celebrations, National Day, Earth Hour and Halloween. Other events include movie nights, educational fairs and golf events held at the Arabian Ranches Golf Club. One can find an events calendar on Arabian Ranches’ website.

There are various Facebook groups for residents to keep up with the community events or for general community-related discussions. These include Arabian Ranches Mums, Arabian Ranches Golfing Community, Arabian Ranches Pet Watch and FreeBies Arabian Ranches.

Alma is a good choice for those interested in living in Arabian Ranches. However, residential units come in only 2 and 3-bedroom configurations. Those looking for larger homes can find numerous options in other Arabian Ranches sub-communities.

Alma has 2 and 3-bedroom villas and townhouses.

Bayut has created 2D and 3D floor plans for Alma 1 and Alma 2.

• Dubai International Airport is half an hour away
• IMG Worlds of Adventure is 18 minutes away
• Mall of the Emirates can be reached in 20 minutes
• Knowledge Village is a 20-minute drive away