Esmeralda, Victory Heights

Esmeralda is a sub-community in Victory Heights, featuring 4 to 6-bedroom expansive residences. The gated community in Dubai Sports City is set on the southwestern side with easy access to amenities and facilities. Residents also have access to the major roads of the city – Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Khail Road (E44).

• A villa community in Dubai Sports City
• Offers 4, 5 and 6-bedroom houses
• Conveniently located close to major roads of the city
• The Els Club lies in proximity

Esmeralda Victory Heights is a family-friendly neighbourhood with a serene environment that families usually look for. Residents can easily find communal facilities and shared amenities such as parks and bicycle paths within a short drive.

Properties in Esmeralda Victory Heights Dubai include villas and townhouses available in 4 to 6-bedroom layouts. The coverage area of these two-storey houses ranges from 2,558 sq. ft. to 8,184 sq. ft., each featuring quality finishing and fittings. These villas offer living areas, a fitted kitchen, a maid’s room, a private garden and parking spaces.

Residents don’t need to worry about parking in Esmeralda Victory Heights Dubai, as each house has a dedicated facility for two cars. The street parking facility is also available for frequent guests.

Commuting via public transportation in Dubai is quite convenient as several bus and metro stations are near the villa community. Residents can drive for around 5 to 10-minutes to reach Sports City Royal Residence bus station and Sports City Grand Horizon bus station. The nearest metro stations include Al Furjan Metro Station and Discovery Gardens Metro Station. Both the stations on Route 2020 are accessible in a 17 to 20-minute drive.

Residents with private cars can use Al Fay Road, connecting the neighbourhood with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Khail Road (E44) in a 10-minute drive. Using any of the roads, you will reach Business Bay within a 25-minute drive and Al Quoz within a 20-minute drive.

There are plenty of supermarkets near Esmeralda Dubai from where residents can buy daily essentials and household items. These include Grandiose Supermarket, Big Value Supermarket and Al Maya Supermarket. Moreover, the Carrefour Dubai also has an outlet at a 5-minute drive for larger grocery hauls.

Sports City Mosque and Al Abrar Mosque are the nearest facilities for community residents. They can reach these mosques near Esmeralda Dubai in a 5 to 10-minute drive.

Since the community lies close to Jebel Ali, Christians and Sikhs can visit their respective worship places in a 20-minute drive. These include the largest Gurdwara in the region – Guru Nanak Darbar and reputable churches in Dubai, such as St Francis of Assisi Church and United Christian Church of Dubai.

Several nurseries and schools near Esmeralda Victory Heights offer quality education to toddlers and school-going children. Towards the east lies Kinder Castle Nursery Dubai Sports City offering an Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for 45-day to 5-year-old students. Other nursery schools nearby are The Wonder Years Nursery and Building Blocks Nursery.

Victory Heights Primary School is the nearest option for school-going children following the National Curriculum of England (NCE). The school imparts education to Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6 students. Other schools nearby are Royal Grammar School Guildford and Renaissance School.

HMC Medical Centre is the nearest healthcare facility at a 12-minute drive in Motor City. The clinic near Esmeralda Victory Heights Dubai Sports City has a team of qualified doctors offering services for family medicine, gynaecology, dental care and hair removal. Some of the best clinics in Dubai are also situated close to the villa community, such as Mediclinic Me’aisem and Aster Clinic Arabian Ranches.

The residential community enjoys a prime location in the district, offering easy access to key areas and notable landmarks. The nearest apartment buildings include:

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

Villa communities near Esmeralda Victory Heights are:

• Prime Villas
• Bloomingdale
• Gallery Villas

Towards the north lies a family-friendly community by Nakheel – Jumeirah Village Circle, while to the west lies mixed-use development Dubai Production City. Other nearby areas include Dubai Studio City and Jumeirah Golf Estates.

My City Centre Al Barsha is the nearest shopping destination featuring a range of retail outlets, restaurants and convenience stores. It will take a 13-minute drive to reach the mall. In about a 15-minute drive lies City Centre Me’aisem, home to retail outlets of H&M, The Body Shop, MAC and Sun & Sand Sports. The shopping mall near Esmeralda Victory Heights DSC also has an anchor store of Carrefour and an entertainment facility – Magic Planet for bowling, trampoline and several rides. Other shopping malls in Dubai near the villa community are Ibn Battuta Mall and Mall of the Emirates.

Foodies can find plenty of restaurants, cafes and sports bars around the community. The popular ones include:

• Pulcinella Restaurant
• Al Surur Traditional Restaurant and Café
• Gazebo
• Bean and Gone Cafe
• Copper Kettle Restaurant

Residents can also dine at the best restaurants in Dubai Sports City, such as Big Easy Bar and Grill and Nathalie’s Café Sports City. All these restaurants near Esmeralda Victory Heights DSC are accessible in a 10 to 12-minute drive. For nightlife options, residents can head to Kickers Sports Bar within a 5-minute drive. It is listed among the best sports bars in Dubai, with large TV screens and a friendly atmosphere.

Al Sufouh Beach is an impressive picnic spot within a 20-minute drive from the community. It is also known as the Secret Beach with a calm environment and white sand.  Visitors can soak up in the sun on the beach or take a refreshing dip in the ocean. Other beaches near Esmeralda Victory Heights are Kite Beach and The Beach at JBR.

Dubai Sports City is home to notable sports venues, Dubai International Cricket Stadium and the finest golfing destination the Els Golf Club. Motorsports enthusiasts can easily reach the popular motorsports facility – Dubai Autodrome, in a 12-minute drive. Visitors can ride with a professional driver or opt for a Single-Seater driving experience if they are confident. The leisure spot also has a racing school, Grandstand Retail Plaza and outdoor and indoor karting tracks.

Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village are other leisure spots nearby.

There is a children’s play area and a soccer pitch within the community. Other parks near the community are JVC Community Park and Gatton Park.

As the name says, there is no shortage of sports facilities in Dubai Sports City, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among residents. These include ICC Academy featuring state-of-the-art facilities for cricket and The Els Club with an academy for newbies.

Indoor fitness options include GymNation Motor City and Victory Heights Community Gym. Both the facilities are easily accessible within a 9-minute drive. Salons and spas near Esmeralda Victory Heights include Careplus Ladies Salon and Sugar Beauty Lounge.

Dubai International Cricket Stadium is a renowned sporting venue where residents can watch the matches between their favourite teams.

Residents can join the ‘Dubai Sports City Community’ and ‘Victory Heights Dubai’ Facebook groups to stay updated with current happenings in the neighbourhood.

Esmeralda Victory Heights is an ideal place for families looking for a serene community with expansive residences. However, there are a few pros and cons of living in Dubai Sports City, including ongoing community construction and long-distance to metro stations.

Where is Esmeralda located?

Esmeralda is located in Dubai Sports City offering villas and townhouses.

What is the price range of properties for sale in Esmeralda, Victory Heights?

The sale price for properties in Esmeralda ranges between AED 7.1M to AED 16.5M.

• Dubai International Airport is at a 30-minute drive
• A 10 to 15-minute drive to DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) and Al Barsha
• It will take a 22-minute drive to Jebel Ali Racecourse