District 8, Jumeirah Park

District 8 is a sub-community of Jumeirah Park set on the southwestern side of the parent community. The neighbourhood features villas in different layouts, easy accessibility to communal facilities and direct access to major thoroughfares of the city.

• A sub-district of Jumeirah Park
• Features 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas
• Situated adjacent to Garn Al Sabkha Street
• In proximity to communal facilities

Jumeirah Park District 8 is a family-friendly neighbourhood interconnected to key areas of the city; Jumeirah Village Triangle, Discovery Gardens and Jumeirah Lake Towers. Apart from well-designed residences, the sub-district also has a community park with lush green spaces and a dedicated children’s play area. Other features of the area include a serene lifestyle and easy access to leisure spots.

Residents will find 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas in terms of properties in Jumeirah Park District 8. These villas cover an area of 3,000 sq. ft. to 7,644 sq. ft. spread across two levels. The ground floor comes with an expansive living area, a fitted kitchen and a powder room while the bedrooms are on the upper floor. Each bedroom has an attached bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. Other features include a private garden and parking space.

The price range of villas for rent in District 8 is as follows:

• The annual rent for 3-bedroom villas in District 8 ranges between AED 265k to AED 290k
• The annual rent for 4-bedroom villas in District 8 starts from AED 320k

The annual rent is usually paid in post-dated cheques. However, the number of these cheques may vary from six to eight as per the tenancy contract. Tenants must check the payment plan with realtors or landlords before signing the agreement.

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

The price range of villas for sale in Jumeirah Park District 8 is as follows:

• The sale price of 3-bedroom villas in District 8 starts from AED 4.5M and goes up to AED 4.6M
• Those interested in buying 4-bedroom villas in District 8 can shell out AED 4.2M to AED 5.5M

It is to be noted that the price range of these properties largely depends on the coverage area and amenities offered.

For parking in Jumeirah Park District 8, visitors and residents will find ample dedicated spots. Each villa comes with a garage accommodating two vehicles while the street parking bays can be used by visitors.

For public transport users, the nearest bus station is located within a 12-minute drive in the neighbouring community. Residents can also use metro service within around the same distance. The closest stations are Al Furjan Metro Station and Discovery Gardens Metro Station.

Residents can stock up on daily essentials from supermarkets near Jumeirah Park District 8 within a 10 to 15-minute drive. KP Mart, Needs and Fresh Supermarket and Island Mini Mart are a few of them.

In an 8-minute drive lies Jumeirah Park Mosque which can accommodate around 400 worshippers and have a dedicated prayer area for ladies. Other mosques near Jumeirah Park District 8 are Al Wahhab Mosque and Al Furjan Mosque.

Christian fellows can visit reputable churches in Dubai in less than a 15-minute drive. The notable ones include St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Dubai Mar Thoma Church and Covenant Hope Church. On the other hand, Hindus will have to drive for 30 minutes or more to pay a visit to temples in Bur Dubai.

Arcadia School is a primary and secondary school near Jumeirah Park District 8 offering education to Foundation Stage to Year 9 students. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and is 10 minutes away. Other schools near the villa community are Sunmarke School and Dubai British School.

Those looking for higher education institutes can head to Knowledge Village in a 14-minute drive. Here are some of the best universities in Dubai are located. These include Middlesex University Dubai, Synergy University Dubai and the University of Wollongong.

Residents can seek medical assistance from Medicentres Jumeirah Park Clinic within a 5-minute drive. The clinic near Jumeirah Park District 8 offers services for dentistry, family medicine, paediatrics and gynaecology. Other clinics near the villa community are iCare Clinic and HealthHub Clinic and Pharmacy.

Jumeirah Park District 8 is surrounded by popular residential districts such as Discovery Gardens and Jumeirah Islands. The family-friendly areas by Nakheel Properties –  Jumeirah Village Circle and Jumeirah Village Triangle are on the eastern side. Other nearby areas include Jumeirah Heights and The Meadows.

The parent community is home to Jumeirah Park Pavilion featuring retail outlets, dining options and a hypermarket. Residents of the villa community can reach the pavilion within a 5-minute drive. Those looking for other shopping destinations can drive to Ibn Battuta Mall near District 8 which is home to 500 shops spread across six courts or Dubai Marina Mall in less than a 14-minute drive.

There are plenty of dining options near the villa community. Popular ones are:

• Isola Restaurant Italiano
• Bite Me Burger Co.
• Shakespeare and Co.
• Super Bowl Asian Café
• Arabian Grill

Isola Restaurant Italiano is one of the best restaurants in Jumeirah Islands known for serving Italian classics with a modern twist. The restaurant is located a 5-minute drive from the community. Other restaurants near Jumeirah Park District 8 are Texas Chicken and China Bistro.

Residents can easily drive to the beaches in Dubai as the coastline of the emirate is located a short drive away. The popular picnic spots for beachgoers are Al Sufouh Beach and The Beach JBR.

The strategic location of Jumeirah Park District 8 provides easy access to popular leisure spots in the city. This means residents can visit the floral heaven – Dubai Miracle Garden in a 17-minute drive and Dubai Autodrome in a 19-minute drive. The Dubai International Stadium and The Els Club are other must-visit spots near the community.

Jumeirah Park District 8 is home to three community parks each featuring a kid’s play area and lush green spaces. These parks are situated in three different spots providing easy accessibility to residents.

For those looking for indoor workout sessions, the Warehouse Gym is located in the Jumeirah Park Pavilion. It has the latest exercise equipment, a cycling section for ladies and a kid’s boxing facility. Other gyms nearby are The Big Gym and XFit Town Centre Mixed Gym. Ladies can visit The Great British Salon and Sasha Beauty Salon for premium beauty care treatments.

Jumeirah Park District 8 has all the basic amenities and facilities in easy reach that tenants usually look for. The only concern for those living in Jumeirah Park is the limited means of public transportation.

District 8 is a villa community of Jumeirah Park located on the southwestern side.

• Dubai International Airport is half an hour’s drive away
• JBR and Dubai Marina are located less than a 20-minute drive
• A 20-minute drive to Dubai Hills Estate