District 8V, District 8 JVT

Developed by Nakheel Properties, District 8V is one of the many residential locations in the Jumeirah Village Triangle. The larger community itself consists of several accommodations including luxurious standalone villas, residential plots and townhouses. Block V in District 8 is mostly home to 4 to 6-bedroom independent villas that come with high-end amenities.

• Properties are available for sale
• Secure and family-oriented society
• Located in Jumeirah Village Triangle
• Offers affordable single-unit houses
• Situated in proximity to two major highways: Al Khail Road (E44) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)

The highlights of District 8V are:

• Gated security
• Playgrounds
• tranquil setting
• Family-friendly
• Pet-friendly

Just like other communities in JVT, District 8V is also a suburban area that makes you feel at home. A close-knitted community where you will find peaceful streets and several facilities within easy reach.

Villas in District 8V consist of 4 to 6-bedrooms that stand two-storey high. Though the properties are available for rent and sale, most of them are acquired pretty quickly as many investors like to get a place for themselves in the central emirate. These are built on more than 7,000 sq. ft. of the area and come with a large balcony, a large airy kitchen, a hallway, a powder room and one master bedroom with an attached closet and modern bathroom.

Interested tenants can look for rental 2-bedroom villas in District 8V. The annual rent for a 2-bed villa in District 8V is AED 280k.

The sale trend for a 2-bedroom villa in District 8V starts from AED 3.25M and goes up to AED 4.2M. A 4-bedroom villa in District 8V has a sale price tag of whooping AED 6M. These properties are upgraded to newer living standards and have a built-in space of around 4,750 sq. ft. The 5-bedroom villa for sale in District 8V has around 8 bathrooms.

Parking in District 8V is available inside the property which can accommodate up to two vehicles giving space to visitors as well. One can also park outside on the streets as well if the space seems too crowded.

Travelling around the town is not a hassle for residents as they have direct access to Tulip Street, which runs around the community. It further connects with Orchid Street and AL Khail Road (E44), so if you prefer using a personal vehicle, travelling around town is not a problem.

As for public transportation near District 8V, buses and taxis are a bit far off, especially if you are on foot. You can take a cab to the closest bus stop, which is The Springs Entrance Gate, approximately 10-minutes away.

The only supermarket at a reasonable distance from District 8V is Good Day Market JVT, worth a 4-minutes walk. Other supermarkets nearby are Danat Express Supermarket, F Mart Supermarket and Spinneys. Danat Express Supermarket and F Mart Supermarket are situated within the JVT while for Spinneys, residents need to move more around the neighbouring communities.

The closest mosque for the residents is JVT Mosque, however, several other mosques are also located close by, such as Samad Mosque, Masjid Wahid and JVC Mosque.

Franciscans living in the area will find St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in just 10-minutes of a drive. There are a few other churches in Dubai within the same distance, some of these are Christ Church Jebel Ali and Covenant Hope Church.

As for the temples, the Sikhs community can head to Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara is just 13-minutes from JVT. Hindu Temple in Jebel Ali is there to cater to the Hindu community in the area. While the Buddhists can go to the Lankaramaya Temple in Al Garhoud for religious offerings.

Nurseries near the locality include:

• Jumeirah International Nursery
• Kids Kingdom Nursery School
• Raffles Nursery Town Center

Schools near District 8V, Dubai include:

• Sunmarke School  
• Arcadia School
• Dubai British School

Dubai British School is one of the leading British schools in Dubai, located in Emirates Hills. It is 10-minutes away from the area. The school offers extracurricular activities, a well-equipped library and a tech lab to the students.

Offering the National Curriculum of England, Sunmarke School is a private, co-education school located in Jumeirah Village Triangle. Arcadia School is also within the community.

Multispecialty hospitals near District 8V are:

• Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Center
• NMC Royal Hospital

One of the best hospitals in Dubai is the Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Center which is located 13-minutes away from the area in Motor City. NMC Royal Hospital is 14-minutes away in Dubai Investments Park (DIP).

There are many established residential and commercial areas that surround District 8V in Jumeirah Village Triangle. These are:

• Emirates Hills
• Jumeirah Village Circle
• Dubai Production City
• Dubai Investments Park
• Motor City
• Dubai Sports City

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) is situated on the west of the area, while Dubai Production City, Dubai Investments Park (DIP) and Dubai Sports City are on the south side. Towards the north side of JVT, there is Emirates Hills along with the several sub-communities including The Greens, The Views, Springs and Meadows.

Shopping destinations nearby include a couple of the malls near District 8V include:

• City Centre Me’aisem
• Ibn Battuta Mall

Among one of the best malls in Dubai, the Ibn Battuta Mall is your ideal go-to shopping palace. You will find a number of retail stores, dining outlets and entertainment venues all under one roof. While moms can shop for groceries in the Carrefour, children can head down to fun-filled places in the mall like Fun City and Sky Zone. Some fashion stores to check out at the mall include:

• Forever 21
• Marks & Spencer
• Aldo
• Splash 
• Clarks
• Claire’s

Ibn Battuta Mall is a large mall that boasts a parking area of more than 4000 cars. Open to everyone, especially the shopaholic of Dubai, this mall is just 16-minutes of drive away, via First Al Khail Road, from District 8V JVT.

Another notable shopping spot for the shopaholics of the community is City Center Me’aisem. The comparatively smaller mall is no less in what it offers. Visitors are free to roam around and visit the international brands in the mall including Aldo, H&M, Claire’s, Aldo and others. This one is just 11-minutes from the area.

Popular casual dining places nearby include:

• Han Cuisine Restaurant
• The Big Wok
• Fusion Restaurant
• Emir Turkish Restaurant
• Zahrat Afghan Restaurant

Emir Turkish Restaurant is a casual hangout spot, where you can enjoy coffee with friends and family. Given the name, it serves traditional Turkish desserts and dishes, as well. Chili’s is an internationally renowned brand where you can enjoy American and Mexican food items. At the Big Wok, you can satisfy your cravings for Chinese and Indian dishes among several other continental dishes served at the place.

Residents can also visit the nearby areas for nightlife options. Some of the most-visited ones are Nirvana Sky Lounge and Pool and Kickers Sports Bar, both in IMPZ.

All the famous beach spots require an approximate drive of 15-minutes. JBR Beach and Marina Beach are the closest ones. Kite Beach lie a bit far off, at around 25-minutes worth drive from 8V, where you can enjoy various beachside activities including surf rides and paddleboarding.

Some leisure places and notable landmarks near the area include:

• Dubai Marina Walk
• Reel Cinemas

Reel Cinemas unique cinematic experience for movie buffs, with its drive-in theatre located in The Dubai Mall. One can visit here in just 15-minutes of the drive, via First Al Khail Street.

An eye-catching waterfront promenade, where one can not only enjoy the thrill of a beachside stroll but also dine and shop, is Dubai Marina Walk. There are many amazing art features and water fountains, which the visitors can marvel at along the way. For more fun, you can book cruise rides on yachts and boats.

Outdoor activities near the area include

• Basketball and tennis courts
• Community gardens for walking and jogging
• Cycle tracks
• Play area for children

One can enjoy several outdoor activities in the community in the parks and sports courts nearby. Those who prefer to work out daily in a gym can visit The Warehouse Gym Jumeirah Park just 7-minutes away. Other gyms near District 8V are EMS Fitness – Dubai and Arjan Fitness Gym within a 15-minute radius.

Spas and salons near District 8V, JVT include:

• Vincarosea Ladies Spa
• Kapook Spa Massage Center
• Beauty Corner Salon
• East Elegance Salon
• Bare Gents Salon

To unwind from the weekly stress on their body, residents can visit one of the spa centres nearby. There is Vincarosea Spa, 8-minutes away and Kapook Spa Massage Center and an 11-minute drive.

Ladies and gents can head down to the salons nearby for personal grooming. these include Beauty Corner Salon, Bare Gents Salon and East Elegance Salon, all available within the 10-minute worth of drive.

For those of you already living in District 8V, JVT enjoys several perks in the area. However, those who are willing to move to the area need to consider the fact that there are no metro stations nearby.

• 9-minutes from Dubai Creek
• 2-minutes from Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street (D88)
• 11-minutes from Dubai International Airport
• 9-minutes from Sheikh Rashid Road (E11)