Cluster 1, The Sustainable City

The Sustainable City is one of the eco-friendly areas in Dubai developed by Diamond Developers. It is the first zero-energy development in the UAE that features solar panels and car-free zones. Residential properties in The Sustainable City are designed to conserve energy. However, there is no compromise on extravagance or lifestyle amenities. The area is divided into 5 clusters. Cluster 1 in The Sustainable City Dubai is located to the west of the development, close to Al Qudra Road (D63).

• A residential development
• A part of The Sustainable City
• Part of an eco-friendly community in Dubai
• Properties include spacious villas and townhouses

Popular points of interest in Cluster 1 Sustainable City include:

• Playground 
• TSC Tennis Court
• Jogging and cycling tracks

The cluster features a playground and a tennis court at a short drive. There are jogging and cycling tracks that allow residents to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Other key amenities such as a football pitch, a gym, an equestrian centre, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, cafes and a mosque are in proximity.

Properties in Cluster 1 include spacious villas and townhouses boasting a modern and energy-friendly design. 3 and 4-bedroom villas use solar panels to generate electricity. These houses have ensuite bedrooms, a maid’s room with a bathroom, a living and dining room, a storeroom, a sitting area, a spacious kitchen, a laundry room and a private garden.

Townhouses in Cluster 1 The Sustainable City come in 4-bedroom configurations. These residential units also use solar panels and feature four master bedrooms, a study room, a maid’s room and a private garden. Two solar car parking spaces and 24-hour community maintenance support are available to residents.

Bayut has created 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 Cluster 1 floor plans.

There are solar parking spaces in Cluster 1 for residents. Guests and visitors can use the public parking area nearby.

Residents can use nearby bus stops to commute easily. The Sustainable City, Main Entrance bus stop and Arabian Ranches 2, Main Entrance bus stop are the nearest at a 4 to 5-minute drive by car.

Dubai Metro users can head to Umm Al Sheif Metro Station served by the Red Line, an 18-minute drive by car.

Residents can find some of the best Dubai supermarkets at a short distance. The nearest one is Zoom Supermarket, a convenience store at a 3-minute drive. Both Geant Express Supermarket and Carrefour Market can be reached within 6 minutes.

Residents can also find a branch of Choithrams in Layan Community and a branch of Spinneys just 7 minutes away. Bluemart Minimart is located in Al Waha Community Club House at an 8-minute drive by car.

The Sustainable City Mosque is the nearest option, at a 3-minute drive by car. Another mosque near Cluster 1 is Arabian Ranches Mosque in Arabian Ranches 2 at a 5-minute drive away.

Churches near Cluster 1 are Haley’s Church and The Gatekeepers Weekday Warehouse. These are located in Al Quoz Industrial Area 4, a 17-minute drive from the sub-community.

Other popular churches such as Old Apostolic Church, Coza Church and Fellowship Church Dubai are a 24-minute drive. Emirates Baptist Church is one of the few Baptist churches in Dubai, located inside Grand Excelsior Hotel, Al Barsha, on 7 69 A Street.

Sikh residents can access the largest gurdwara in the Gulf region, Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara. It is located in Jebel Ali Village at a 22-minute drive away.

Bur Dubai temples are a 39-minute drive from the sub-community. These include Shiva Temple, ShrinathJi Temple, Sindhi Gurdarbar, Shree Krishna Haveli and Shiridi Sai Baba Mandir.

Parents can find a few nurseries near Cluster 1 Sustainable City Dubai. These include:

• Dibber Nursery (2 minutes away)
• Blossom Nursery Arabian Ranches 2 (6 minutes away)
• Step by Step Nursery in Layan (8 minutes away)

The branch of Dibber Nurseries in Sustainable City takes toddlers to kids aged 6 years. A branch of Blossom nurseries in Dubai is located in Arabian Ranches. Step by Step Nursery is located in the Layan community.

Schools near Cluster 1 Sustainable City Dubai include:

• Fairgreen International School
• Ranches Primary School
• GEMS Metropole School

Fairgreen International School is part of ESOL Education. It follows a modified IB curriculum and claims to be the first sustainable school in the country. It offers co-educational classes from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The school management follows inquiry-based teaching methods where students set and achieve their academic goals with the support of the faculty. This school is located in The Sustainable City.

Ranches Primary School enrols students from FS 1 to Year 6 and boasts a campus equipped with the latest facilities. It is managed in partnership with Emaar Properties. It is one of the best schools in Arabian Ranches that follows the British curriculum. This branch is located close to the Ranches Souk in Arabian Ranches 2 community.

GEMS Metropole School is part of GEMS Education and offers the British curriculum to children aged 3 to 18. The school prepares students attending secondary level and Post 16 for General Certificate of Secondary Examination (GCSE) and Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Advanced (A) Levels. This school is located on Honsho Road in Motor City.

Residents willing to pursue a professional degree program can join The University of Balamand Dubai, which is 19 minutes away.

Clinics and Hospitals near Cluster 1 Sustainable City include:

• Core Basics
• The Chiron Clinic
• Core Care Poly Clinic
• Aster Medical Center
• Aster Clinic, Arabian Ranches

Core Basics is a physical therapy clinic located within a 4-minute walking distance of the cluster. The Chiron Clinic is an alternative medicine practitioner located at 160 2 D Street, The Sustainable City within a 5-minute walking distance. Core Care Polyclinic is located at Diamond Square, The Sustainable City, Al Qudra Road just 5 minutes away when walking.

Aster Medical Centre in The Ranches Souk is based at a 4-minute driving distance. Aster Clinic is one of the top clinics in Dubai that caters to regular and specific medical problems. From general medicine to gynaecology, they offer services in various departments.

Cluster 1 is close to several residential communities and entertainment destinations.

Sub-communities near Cluster 1 include:

• Cluster 2
• Cluster 3
• Cluster 4
• Cluster 5

Other residential communities near Cluster 1 are Al Waha, Layan and Arabian Ranches 2.

When it comes to shopping, there are several malls near Cluster 1 located at a short drive. The nearest ones are:

• The Sustainable City Plaza (3 minutes)
• The Village Community Mall (5 minutes)
• The Ranches Souk (5 minutes)
• The Leisure Centre, Arabian Ranches 2 (7 minutes)

The Sustainable City Plaza is a community shopping mall that offers entertainment and dining options.

The Village Community Mall in Arabian Ranches 2 is a 7-minute drive by car.

The Ranches Souk is a contemporary mall that offers a grocery store, clothing shops, a game arcade and a fitness club. There is also a wide range of fast food joints in The Ranches souk such as McDonald’s, KFC, etc.

The Leisure Centre offers a kid’s play area, musical classes, dance classes, daycare and a kid’s salon.

Restaurants near Cluster 1 Sustainable City include:

• Tuk Tuk Thai Cuisine
• Sushi Me
• 800PIZZA
• Khbz and Zaad
• Bagels and More Restaurant
• Sanderson’s Cafe Dubai
• Maria Bonita

These eateries near Cluster 1 serve a variety of cuisines and are accessible at a short drive by car. Maria Bonita is one of Dubai’s best taco places.

Popular beaches near Cluster 1 include Al Sufouh Beach ( 21 minutes away), Sunset Beach (24 minutes away) and Kite Beach Dubai (27 minutes away).

Al Sufouh Beach is perfect for a refreshing dip in the ocean, soaking up the sun or taking photos with the spectacular backdrop of the Burj Al Arab.

Sunset Beach offers a calm and relaxing environment with a picturesque view. Then there is Kite Beach, which features outdoor rides and multiple eateries.

The closest landmarks include:

• The Sustainable City Equestrian Club (5 minutes away)
• Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club (11 minutes away)
• Arabian Ranches Golf Club (15 minutes away)
• Global Village (17 minutes away)

The Sustainable City Equestrian Club with 62 Arabian horses offers riding lessons to kids and adults. The centre provides a 30-minute lesson for beginners and a 45-minute lesson for intermediate learners.

Golf enthusiasts can find plenty of golf, polo and equestrian clubs within a short driving distance. These include Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club and Arabian Ranches Golf Club.

Global Village is a large multi-cultural park with shopping and dining options from across the world. Some of its key highlights include daily celebrations, a street market and country-themed pavilions with new presentations added every year.

Outdoor facilities nearby include:

• Playgrounds
• Tennis court

Playgrounds are present in all clusters of The Sustainable City. Sports enthusiasts can also find a tennis court in The Sustainable City.

Gyms near Cluster 1 Sustainable City Dubai are:

• FTGym
• Fitness First, Arabian Ranches
• Pinpoint Fitness – Ranches Souk

FTGym is located at Unit R05, The Sustainable City – Al Qudra Road. A branch of Dubai’s Fitness First gyms is located in Arabian Ranches. This gym is well equipped with outdoor leisure swimming pools, a children’s pool, two outdoor tennis courts and one indoor squash court. It also has a 400 sq. m terrace with a sprint track and outdoor training equipment. Pinpoint Fitness is located within The Ranches Souk.

Salons and spas nearby include:

• Eternity Beauty Salon
• Belle Femme Beauty Boutique & Spa at Arabian Ranches
• NStyle Beauty Lounge

You can reach these salons within a 5 to 10-minute drive by car.

The Sustainable City is known for its community events. The area celebrates New Year, Halloween and Earth Hour with great zeal. Moreover, shopping malls such as The Leisure Centre focuses on uniting the community by organising events and major festivals.

You can join the Facebook page The Sustainable City to keep track of the community events and updates.

Living in The Sustainable City comes with a lot of advantages. Cluster 1 is a part of this nature-friendly community. The area is dotted with several amenities which attracts both singletons and families alike. There aren’t a lot of properties for sale and rent so your options for a selection might be limited.

• 24 minutes from Dubai Creek
• 22 minutes from Sheikh Zayed Road
• 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport
• Downtown Dubai is 27 minutes away
• Burj Khalifa is 24 minutes away