Aquilegia, DAMAC Hills 2

• Renting property
• Buying property
• Getting around
• Schools and clinics
• Malls and restaurants
• Leisure attractions
• Things to consider

Aquilegia is a residential cluster located in DAMAC Hills 2, situated near the centre of the development close to Jebel Ali – Lehbab Road (E77). The name suggests that the community contains a variety of flora and fauna. Aquilegia DAMAC Hills 2 is known to be one of the greenest places in Dubai’s real estate market. The project is developed by DAMAC Properties and construction is done by Arabtec Construction. The construction of the project started in 2019 and was completed in 2020.

Aquilegia Damac Hills 2 Dubai offer residential plots, villas and townhouses. The master development is well-planned and enjoys a direct link to Umm Suqeim Expressway that further connects it to the rest of the city.

• A residential community in DAMAC Hills 2
• Developed by DAMAC Properties
• The project constructed by Arabtec Construction
• Features residential plots, villas and townhouses
• Well-connected road network system

Popular points of interest in Aquilegia Dubai are:

• Luxurious and spacious villas
• Many community parks and meadows
• Access to numerous amenities

DAMAC’s master-planned development Aquilegia offers luxurious villas and is the most desired destination in DAMAC Hills 2. The community is loaded with serene views and meadows.

Aquilegia Damac Hills 2 offers a diverse range of amenities for residents to enjoy. A picturesque lake provides the perfect setting for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Nature lovers can explore the enchanting butterfly garden, while sports enthusiasts have access to cricket and soccer fields for friendly matches. Movie buffs can indulge in a unique experience at the floating movie theatre and an open-air cinema.

A giant chess set awaits strategic minds, while jogging tracks and bicycle paths cater to fitness enthusiasts. An artificial beach offers a serene retreat, and a thrilling waterpark guarantees hours of fun and excitement. Ping pong tables provide opportunities for friendly competitions, and a park with a convenient snack bar is an ideal spot for relaxation.

For those craving some beach volleyball action, a dedicated court is available. The community also boasts an amphitheatre for cultural events and performances. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor workouts at the open-air gym, and multiple swimming pools provide refreshing options for residents to cool off and unwind.

Aquilegia DAMAC Hills 2 offer luxury villas, townhouses and residential plots. The villa types available include RCB-M and RC-M, providing residents with a serene and secluded living experience surrounded by lush greenery. Buyers can choose from a range of plot sizes, with options going up to 1208.14 sq. m. Alternatively, one can select from various sizes of independent and semi-detached luxury villas and townhouses, ranging from 2,099 sq. ft. to 2,772 sq. ft.

There are mainly standalone 3-bedroom houses along with a few 6-bedroom units. These properties are quite spacious featuring unique designs, a balcony and a large terrace. In-house facilities include laundry service, maintenance services, a private garden, maid’s room, private garage, shared gym and a swimming pool. Moreover, the complex provides rooftop facilities and terraces for the enjoyment of its residents.

The rental price of 3-bedroom villas in Aquilegia lies between AED 70k to AED 100k per annum. These prices can be compared with other villas for rent in DAMAC Hills 2 to make a wise decision.

The rental trend for townhouses for rent in Aquilegia Dubai is as follow:

• The rents for 2-bedroom townhouses in Aquilegia is AED 85k per annum.
• The rental price for 3-bedroom townhouses in Aquilegia is between AED 80k and AED 110k per annum.

Other rental townhouses in DAMAC Hills 2 are priced between AED 60k and AED 250k per annum.

The sales trend for villas in Aquilegia Dubai is as follow:

• The sale price for 3-bedroom villas in Aquilegia cost between AED 1.25M and AED 1.8M.
• For buying 6-bedroom villas in Aquilegia, prices will be AED 3.0M to AED 19.7M.

Other villas for sale in DAMAC Hills 2 cost between AED 868k and AED 27.2M.

The sale prices for townhouses in the sub-community is as follow:

• The 3-bedroom townhouses for sale in Aquilegia cost between AED 1.1M and AED 1.7M.
• For buying a 4-bedroom house in Aquilegia, price will be AED 1.39M.

The sale prices for townhouses in DAMAC Hills 2 range from AED 750k to AED 3.35M.

Villa owners have their own dedicated parking spaces in Aquilegia Dubai. Guests can park their cars in the nearby street parking.

Public transportation in Aquilegia DAMAC Hills 2 include bus stops and metro stations. People can board the bus from Mira 5 Community bus stop, Mira Towncentre bus stop,

Residents can do their daily grocery shopping from the reserved retail space within the community. Other supermarkets near Aquilegia are Spinneys in Al Qudra and Supermarket Smhan, also known as Samhan Super market. Several Carrefour Market branches are available in the nearby areas.

Muslims can find a few mosques in Aquilegia. The nearest one is Mira Mosque. Other mosques such as Sheikh Khalifa Mosque, Abdullah Mosque – Umm Nahad and Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque & Centre are also located within the vicinity. One can reach them in less than 20 minutes.

Most churches near Aquilegia are located at a 30 to 40-minute drive. The nearest one is Emirates Baptist Church in Al Barsha. People can also visit Fellowship Church and Well of Life Church at a 40-minute drive.

Some temples near Aquilegia are a bit far. People can drive to Mahamevnawa Buddhist temple at a 45-minute drive. Hindu and Sikh residents can reach Shiva Temple and Sikh Gurudwara in Bur Dubai within a 50-minute drive.

Some nurseries near Aquilegia are:

• Kiddi Care Nursery
• Chubby Cheeks Nursery 
• Emirates British Nursery

Residents can send their kids to a number of nurseries at about a 30-minute drive. Kiddi Care Nursery is a wonderful daycare for kids aged 12 weeks to 4 years. Chubby Cheeks Nursery is an award-winning nursery in the UAE. It follows the British Curriculum.

There are well-known schools near Aquilegia such as:

• Delhi Private School
• Renaissance School
• Fairgreen International School

These schools follow different international curriculums and are not more than a 25-minute drive away. Some other schools nearby are Jebel Ali School, the Aquila School and Jumeirah English Speaking School.

Residents can seek medical attention from a number of clinics near Aquilegia including:

• Anaya Medical Center
• Ace Medical Centres
• Aster Clinic

Aster Clinic is the most popular clinic in Arabian Ranches. Residents can also find many other clinics in Motor City at a 30-minute drive from the community.

Hospitals near Aquilegia are Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai Silicon Oasis and NMC Royal Hospital in Dubai Investments Park, reachable in a drive of about 40 minutes.

The nearby areas from Aquilegia are:

• Akoya-Claret
• Akoya-DAMAC
• Akoya-Adria Villas

People can find Arabian Ranches 2 and Mudon communities after driving for a few minutes.

If one plans to have a luxurious shopping experience, they can head to many high-end malls near Aquilegia such as:

• Dubai Outlet Mall
• The Village Mall
• Souq Extra

Dubai Outlet Mall is located at about a half-hour drive. It is a sprawling indoor shopping centre featuring many brands and eateries with marked-down prices. There are up to 1,200 international brands under one roof.

People can also visit The Village Mall that offers residents a relaxing shopping experience. Apart from adults, children will also enjoy their visit as the mall includes a Peekaboo Creative play area. The mall also includes plenty of quality fine-dining options to choose from.

Other malls within a half-hour drive include City Centre Me’aisem, Cityland Mall and The Circle Mall.

There are plenty of restaurants near Aquilegia:

• Golden Tasty Restaurant
• Momento Cafeteria
• Abatjour Bistro
• Tomato & Basilico Restaurant
• Oregano Restaurant

Golden Tasty Restaurant is located at about a 20-minute drive. The eatery is a cosy and casual place that serves breakfast and fast food dishes. Another popular dining option is Memento Cafeteria which is a small eatery with many casual food options like burgers, wraps and shawarmas. Other restaurants nearby are Chuck E. Cheese’s, Al Tawon Restaurant and Skyler’s Restaurant all under a half-hour drive.

Being far from the coast, people cannot find beaches near Aquilegia. The closest ones are Jumeirah public beach and JBR Beach. Both are located at about a 40-minute drive. Jumeirah Public Beach is a huge sandy beach with palm trees and many food options. People can plan a day out with family and friends to enjoy a number of fun-filled activities.

Some popular landmarks in the area are:

• Trump International Golf Course
• Al Qudra Dessert
• Al Marmoom Heritage Village

Trump International Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course designed by the world-renowned architect, Gil Hanse. It provides an amazing experience to golfers at all skill levels. It is routed on over 500 acres and has become a pre-eminent destination in the golf world.

Al Qudra Desert is located at about a 13-minute drive where residents can enjoy barbeques and bonfire on their night camping weekends. Another popular place is Al Marmoom Heritage Village that features camel racing and cultural exhibitions.

For outdoor activities, people can visit a number of sports complex and parks such as:

• Al Qudra Lake
• Silicon Park
• Hamdan Sports Complex

Al Qudra Lake is a major attraction in the area where people can enjoy bird-watching, camping and cycling. Silicon Park is also located at about a 30-minute drive. It is a well-maintained park that as a children’s play area with a barbeque facility, soccer, tennis and basketball courts.

Some popular gyms in the area are:

• Cardio Fitness
• UAE Sports Academy
• Nitro Gym

All these gyms are located at about a 30-minute drive from the community.

Residents can stay connected by joining the Facebook group ‘AKOYA Oxygen (Residential Community)’.

Aquilegia is a modern community and has quite a lot of potential for the future. But before moving in, finding public transportation is tricky and one most of the amenities are within a half-hour drive. People living in the community must own a car.

• Dubai International Airport is a 43-minute drive away
• Al Qudra Desert is just a 7-minute drive away