Calida, Dubai Sports City

Calida is a villa sub-community in Dubai Sports City featuring spacious 4, 5 and 6-bedroom residences. It is located on the western side of the parent community, with dedicated green spaces and outdoor play areas. The residential units overlook the 18-hole golf course, the Els Club, while ensuring complete privacy and serenity. The major thoroughfare of the emirate, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), is situated close to the community providing easy access to key areas of the city.

• One of the sub-communities of Victory Heights, Dubai Sports City
• Offers 4, 5 and 6-bedroom villas
• Amenities nearby include supermarkets, schools and clinics
• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road lie in proximity

Calida is a part of one of the popular golf communities in Dubai set on the fairways of the Els Club. The contemporary architecture of villas in the community makes it appealing for families looking for houses in a serene environment. The neighbourhood lies in proximity to communal facilities and shared recreational facilities of the parent community, such as playgrounds, parks and bicycle paths.

Properties in Calida include villas mainly available in 4, 5 and 6-bedroom layouts. These two-storey villas spread over an area ranging between 3,200 sq. ft. to 10,696 sq. ft. The ground floor comes with a spacious living area, a family room, a guest room with a bathroom, a maid’s room with a bathroom, a fitted kitchen and a powder room. The master bedroom, along with other bedrooms, are located on the upper floor. Each bedroom has an attached bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. Other features include an in-house parking facility and a balcony.

The rental range of villas in Calida is as follows:

• The average annual rent for a 5-bedroom villa in Calida is AED 675k

Rents are usually calculated on an annual basis and paid in post-dated cheques. The number of these cheques may vary from six to eight or twelve in some cases. Tenants must check the payment plan before signing the tenancy agreement.

The price range of villas for sale in Calida is as follows:

• The sale price of 4-bedroom villas in Calida ranges between AED 3.8M to AED 4.6M
• One can buy a 5-bedroom villa in Calida for AED 4.3M to AED 6.9M
• The average sale price of a 6-bedroom house is AED 12.9M

Since it is a part of one of the top areas to buy villas in Dubai Sports City, investors and end-users will find valuable returns on investment.

Bayut has worked on creating a simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans on the website. You can easily find the unit type and bed type you’re interested in by browsing Calida floor plans.

Finding a parking spot isn’t a hassle for residents as each villa comes with a dedicated car parking space in Calida. The facility has enough space to accommodate two vehicles at a time. Visitors can avail the street parking facility for their cars.

The popular mode of public transportation in Calida includes bus and metro service. The nearest bus stations include Sports City Golf Tower bus station and Sports City Victory Heights West Gate bus station. Both the bus stations are located at a walking distance of 8 to 15-minutes. Residents will have to drive for 14 to 16-minutes towards the west to reach the metro stations on Route 2020. These include Al Furjan Metro Station, Discovery Gardens Metro Station and Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station.

Those with private cars can commute using Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road running on the northern side of the community. Al Fay Road connects the neighbourhood with E311 in a 4-minute drive and with Al Khail Road (E44) in a 10-minute drive. It will take less than a 25-minute drive to reach Business Bay and Downtown Dubai using Al Khail Road or Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.

There are several supermarkets near Calida from where residents can buy daily essentials. These include:

• Big Value Supermarket LLC
• Al Maya Supermarket
• Grandiose Supermarket

All these grocery stores are accessible in a 6 to 8-minute drive. For larger grocery hauls, Carrefour City is a 5-minute drive from the community. Other stores nearby are New W Mart Supermarket and Greens Minimart.

Muslims can offer their daily and congregational prayers in Sports City Mosque, Al Abrar Mosque and Al Adel Mosque. All these mosques near Calida are located at a 5 to 10-minute drive.

Those who follow Christianity can head to St. Francis of Assisi Church and Dubai Mar Thoma in Jebel Ali after driving for around 14 to 17-minutes. The mixed-use development is also home to Guru Nanak Darbar, the largest Gurdwara in the region. It will take a 13-minute drive to reach the Gurdwara via D57.

Parents with school-going children will find plenty of reputable education institutes near the community. Nursery schools near the community are:

• The Wonder Years Nursery
• Kinder Castle Nursery
• Emirates British Nursery

The Wonder Years Nursery follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage program for 18 months to 4 Years children. The program consists of specially designed activities to maximise a child’s progress. The nursery school also offers a range of fun and sports activities such as an outdoor play area, a rider track for cycles and a garden. It is situated at a 4-minute drive from the community.

Schools near Calida are:

• Victory Heights Primary School
• Renaissance Sports City School
• GEMS United School

Victory Heights Primary School follows the National Curriculum of England (NCE) for students from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6. The school has a multipurpose court for tennis and basketball, a 3G playing field for rugby, hockey, football, and a swimming pool. The school is located a 7-minute drive from the community. Other schools nearby are GEMS United School and Sunmarke School.

Healthcare facilities near the community are:

• Mediclinic Me’aisem
• Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Centre
• Eupepsia Medical Clinic

Mediclinic Me’aisem is a multi-speciality clinic providing premium medical services for family medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology and paediatrics. The clinic is located at a 7-minute drive in City Centre Me’aisem. Other clinics near Calida are Karama Medical Centre and Medicentres Motor City.

Calida is surrounded by popular apartment buildings and villa communities of the Dubai Sports City. These include:

• Elite 8 Sports City
• Golf View Residence
• Frankfurt Sports City
• Eagle Heights

Villa communities nearby are:

• Bloomingdale
• Prime Villas
• Gallery Villas

Other sub-communities of Victory Heights such as Marbella Village, Carmen and Estella also lie in proximity to the community. Other residential districts nearby include Jumeirah Village Circle and Motor City. If you head to the western side of the community, here lie Dubai Production City and Jumeirah Golf Estates while DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) and Dubai Studio City are situated towards the south-western side.

Popular shopping destinations near the community are:

• City Centre Me’aisem
• Dubai Marina Mall
• Mall of the Emirates

City Centre Me’aisem is one of the best shopping malls in Dubai featuring a range of retail outlets of high street fashion brands, dining options and entertainment facilities. Popular stores in the mall are:

• H&M
• Centre Point
• The Body Shop
• MAC
• Sun & Sand Sports
• Max

It also has an anchor store of Carrefour, a family entertainment facility – Magic Planet and ample parking spaces. The shopping mall is located a 4-minute drive from the community. Other malls near Calida are the Mall of the Emirates and Ibn Battuta Mall.

Residents can find several local eateries, cafes and restaurants near Calida. Some of them are:

• The Kebab Shop
• Pulcinella Restaurant
• The Curry Shop
• Nathalie’s
• Al Surur Traditional Restaurant & Café

There are plenty of options available in the nearby shopping malls. These include:

• Chili’s
• Gazebo
• Paul
• Subway
• The Acai Spot

Some of the best restaurants in Dubai Sports City also lie in proximity to the villa community, such as The Pangolin Restaurant and Lounge, Big Easy Bar and Grill and 261. Those looking for nightlife options can head to Kickers Sports Bar, located at a 6-minute drive. It is one of the best sports bars in Dubai, with large screens, an outdoor terrace and a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on the menu to be served with sandwiches, burgers and fries.

The Beach at JBR is the nearest picnic spot for those planning to spend a day at the beach under the sun. Visitors can enjoy water sports activities, dining at some of the popular cafes and restaurants, shopping at the JBR Beach Mall or watching the latest blockbuster at the cinema. The beach is located at a 16-minute drive from the community. Other beaches near Calida are Al Sufouh Beach and Kite Beach.

A few notable landmarks near the villa community are:

• Dubai International Cricket Stadium
• The Els Club
• Dubai Miracle Garden

Dubai International Cricket Stadium is an iconic sporting venue located in Dubai Sports City. The stadium has witnessed local and international cricket tournaments, T20 matches and other series. It is a multipurpose venue with a seating capacity of 25,000 spectators. Residents of the villa community can reach the stadium in a 6-minute drive.

Another notable landmark of the residential district is the Els Golf Club. It is one of the finest golfing destinations featuring four sets of tees, a golf academy, a range of dining options and a golf shop. The golf club is accessible in an 8-minute drive.

Other popular leisure spots near Calida are Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Autodrome.

There is no shortage of sports facilities in Dubai Sports City promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among residents. These include:

• ICC Academy
• Sports Village
• LaLiga Academy

The ICC Academy has state-of-the-art training and practice facilities for newbies. The coaching classes are led by qualified and the UAE’s top coaches on English, Australian and South Asian turf. The training complex has indoor and outdoor pitches, a fully equipped gymnasium with the latest cricket machines and high-speed cameras for tracking and analysis. It is located at a 7-minute drive from the community.

Fitness enthusiasts can head to these gyms near Calida:

• Victory Heights Community Gym
• FitRepublik Fitness Centre
• GymNation Motor City

The community gym is equipped with modern exercise equipment so that you can achieve your desired health goal. The gym is accessible in a 5-minute drive.

Salons and spas near Calida are Sugar Beauty Lounge, Sera Beauty Lounge and Careplus Ladies Salon. All these beauty care options are situated at a 5 to 6-minute drive from the community.

Residents can catch up on live sports events at Dubai International Stadium and the Els Golf Club. Both the venues are accessible within a short drive from the community.

Residents can join Facebook groups named ‘Victory Heights Dubai’ and ‘Dubai Sports City Community’ to stay connected with other community fellows.

Calida is an ideal residential community for those who prefer living in a secluded and serene neighbourhood. If you plan to move to the neighbourhood, keep in mind that the nearest metro stations are accessible within a 15-minute drive. It is recommended to rely on private vehicles while moving to Calida.

Calida is located on the western side of Victory Heights in Dubai Sports City.

• Dubai International Airport is accessible in a 25-minute drive
• Al Barsha and the Lakes are located at a 10 to 15-minute drive
• It will take a 22-minute drive to Downtown Dubai
• A 15-minute drive to Jebel Ali Racecourse