District 17, Jumeirah Village Circle

District 17 is a residential neighbourhood in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) in Dubai. It is situated on the eastern end of the parent community, just off Hessa Street (D61). The sub-district has several apartment buildings featuring well-designed residences in unique layouts.

• A sub-district in Jumeirah Village Circle
• Located on the north-east of the community
• Well-connected to public transport
• Features apartments for rent and sale
• Quick access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)

District 17 Jumeirah Village Circle is planned as a town centre with a few buildings. Once it is fully completed, it will include retail spaces and recreational facilities. Like other JVC neighbourhoods, those living in District 17 have access to communal facilities, including family parks, fitness centres and kid's play areas.

Properties in District 17 Jumeirah Village Circle include apartments mainly. These apartments are available in studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom configurations. There are low to high-rise apartment buildings in the neighbourhood with a range of shared facilities such as gyms, play areas, pools and parking spaces. Popular projects in District 17 include Dezire Residences, Dune Residency, Lana Tower and Sunrise Tower.

One can easily find parking spaces in JVC District 17. Most of the buildings feature dedicated underground parking while free street parking spots are available for visitors.

It is also convenient for those who drive since a wide network of main roads bounds the area. You can access Al Khail Road (E44) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) within a few minutes.

RTA buses shuttle around JVC throughout the day. You can catch J01 from Samer Bank, only a minute away or Season Community Centre, 4 minutes away. Those who prefer travelling via the Dubai Metro can prepare for a 15-minute drive to Al Khail Metro Station.

These supermarkets near District 17 are conveniently accessible:

• The Express Cart
• Greens Supermarket
• Greens Mini Mart
• Spinneys
• Choithrams

Spinneys is one of the more popular supermarkets in Dubai with many outlets. All of these stores within JVC are a short drive from District 17.

Muslim residents can offer prayers at many mosques near District 17 Jumeirah Village Circle. The closest options include Circle Mall Mosque, JVC Masjid and Saleh Mohammed Bin Lahej Mosque.

As for other places of worship like churches, one will have to drive for about 13 to 15 minutes to find Casa de Oracion Torre Fuerte, Old Apostolic Church and Emirates Baptist Church.

Guru Nanak Darbar in Jebel Ali is the first ISO Certified gurudwara in Dubai.

Residents can spot top nurseries and schools nearby. Toddlers and pre-school goers can be enrolled in:

• Ladybird Nursery
• Kidsworld Nursery

Older students can explore these schools near District 17:

• Sunmarke School
• JSS International School

Sunmarke School within JVC is a reputed institute offering the British curriculum. Whereas, JSS International School is one of the popular options in the area offering the ICSE program.

For most medical treatments, residents head straight to Karama Medical Centre. Other speciality hospitals near District 17 are:

• Emirates Hospital Day Surgery
• Mediclinic Park View Hospital

Reaching any of these options may take around 15 minutes by car.

District 17 is close to JVC District 12 East and opposite District 18. Nearby residential areas include:

• Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT)
• Al Barsha South
• Springs Dubai

Reaching entertainment and residential hubs like Dubai Marina may take around 20 minutes from District 17 Jumeirah Village Circle.

The community is in closer proximity to The Circle Mall. This project by Nakheel will feature a wide range of dining and retail. The plan includes around 200 stores and a cinema. Residents can also find the Mall of the Emirates around 19 minutes away via Hessa Street D61.

There are many restaurants near District 17 for anyone looking for a casual place to hang out and dine with friends and family. The closest ones include some of the top restaurants in JVC like Bawarchi Indian Restaurant, Rickys Restaurant, Marmarita Restaurant, Desert Wok, Burger Live and Deccan Delight.

Dubai beaches closest to District 17 include Kite Beach and the Jumeirah Public Beach. One can also access JBR Beach offering a range of fun activities for kids and adults alike.

Some key landmarks and attractions close by include:

• Dubai Miracle Garden
• Wild Wadi Waterpark

Miracle Garden is one of the top tourist sites in Dubai. Next to it is a nature lovers’ heaven, Butterfly Garden. If you want to have some adventure, visit Wild Wadi Waterpark in the neighbouring community.

JVC has active and vibrant outdoors. District 17 residents will also be close to the various family parks. Those who practice golf can visit The Address Montgomerie right off the main road. Besides, the master community has jogging trails and biking tracks along with 33 parks. Also, there are fitness centres, gyms and pools in the residential buildings.

Options for renting or buying properties in District 17 are limited at the moment. However, construction is underway, and soon many properties will be added to the market.

• A 30-minute drive from Dubai International Airport
• Direct access to Al Khail Road
• Reaching Downtown Dubai may take around 25 minutes
• Dubai Marina is a 20-minute drive away