LA AVENIDA 1

La Avenida 1 is one of the two villa sub-communities of La Avenida in Arabian Ranches. It was developed by Emaar Properties Group and has been designed to cater to families looking for spacious and luxurious villas. As it is a part of La Avenida, it has a separate retail centre, police station, medical clinics, equestrian club and golf course.

• Located in Arabian Ranches
• Spacious villas suitable for families
• Easy access to a variety of amenities
• Community lifestyle

Residents of La Avenida 1 have access to various amenities. Some popular aspects of the sub-community include skate parks, a dedicated children’s area, basketball courts, communal swimming pools, and community tennis courts. There are also several tracks in the neighbourhood, where you can go for a jog or a stroll,

The properties in La Avenida 1 include 5-bedroom villas that cover around 5,172 sq. ft. to 10,253 sq. ft. and provide up to 6 bathrooms. Each unit provides spectacular lake views and features a huge family room, a garden, a private pool, a modern kitchen, a BBQ area, a private patio and walk-in closets.

If you want to buy a villa in La Avenida 1, here is what you need to know:

• A 5-bedroom villa for sale in La Avenida 1 can cost around AED 7.8M to AED 10.2M. 
• For more options, you can check out villas for sale in La Avenida.

There are also many villas for sale in Arabian Ranches.

Residents never have to deal with any parking issues as each villa comes with a private garage. Visitors looking for parking space near La Avenida 1 can park their vehicles on the street.

La Avenida 1 is linked with major roads in Dubai. Towards its north is Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, whereas, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Nahyan Street is located to the south of the community. Residents wanting to use public transportation in Dubai can walk for a few minutes to reach the RTA bus stop.

The nearest supermarket from La Avenida 1 is Carrefour which is located at the Arabian Ranches Retail Centre and can be reached within 5 minutes by car. It allows residents to shop for fresh produce and all types of consumer goods. Other notable supermarkets that take 10 minutes to reach include Spinneys Motorcity, Fresh Choice Minimart and West Zone Fresh Supermarket.

Muslim residents can head to Masjid Rahman to pray. It is within walking distance and is a huge mosque that even has its own outdoor prayer area. Other mosques where you can pray include Global Village Mosque, Sharbatly Mosque and Masjid Salam. Each of these mosques can be reached within 12 minutes.

There are a number of churches in Dubai that are close to this community. The nearest church is Emirates Baptist Church which only takes 18 minutes to reach from La Avenida 1. Other options include Dubai Evangelical Church Centre and United Christian Church of Dubai, which take up to 20 minutes to reach. As for Hindu residents, they can pray at any of the temples in Bur Dubai, such as ShrinathJi Temple and Shiva Temple. On the other hand, followers of Sikhism can pray at Guru Nanak Darbar.

There are a few excellent nurseries where your kids can study such as:

• Jebel Ali Village Nursery – 7 minutes away
• Raffles Nursery Arabian Ranches 1 – 7 minutes away 
• Building Blocks Nursery – 8 minutes away

Jebel Ali Village Nursery is one of the most affordable nurseries in Dubai. It features a daycare centre, a summer school and a pre-school. Raffles Nursery Arabian Ranches 1 offers a comprehensive educational programme to children aged 1 to 4 years. As one of the top nurseries in Arabian Ranches, it is a popular option among parents.

Some of the schools where parents send their kids include:

• Jumeirah English Speaking School – within walking distance
• GEMS Metropole School – 7 minutes away
• Ranches Primary School – 11 minutes away

Jumeirah English Speaking School is the nearest school to La Avenida 1. Although the school was first established in 1975 in Jumeirah, it opened a branch in Arabian Ranches in 2005. It follows the national curriculum of England and educates students aged 3 to 18. With 123 teachers and 40 teaching assistants, the co-educational school attracts students belonging to a wide range of nationalities. It has an outstanding rating with the KHDA.

Another great school where you can send your child to study is GEMS Metropole School. It adheres to the national curriculum of the UK. Otherwise, Ranches Primary School is also worth considering. It also follows the UK national curriculum and is a popular choice for expats.

Residents can head to any of the following medical facilities near La Avenida 1:

• Mediclinic Arabian Ranches
• Aster Clinic, Arabian Ranches
• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital
• Dubai London Clinic and Speciality Hospital

Both Mediclinic Arabian Ranches and Aster Clinic are within walking distance and provide quality medical care. For treatment at a fully-fledged hospital, Mediclinic Parkview Hospital is a great option. It only takes 8 minutes to reach and even has a trauma centre. It specialises in sports medicine, NICU, paediatrics, OPD and weight reduction. If you do not mind driving further, Dubai London Clinic and Speciality Hospital takes 19 minutes to reach and is an excellent hospital for all types of treatments.

Some of the nearby communities which residents of La Avenida 1 regularly frequent include:

• Al Barsha South
• Motor City
• City of Arabia
• Jumeirah Village Circle

Both Al Barsha South and Motor City are mixed-used communities. On the other hand, the City of Arabia is mainly residential but also has a few entertainment options. Jumeirah Village Circle is a popular option as well as it is home to the Circle Mall.

Shopping is a beloved activity that residents of the neighbourhood regularly engage in. Some of the malls that they visit include:

• First Avenue Mall – 9 minutes away
• My City Centre Al Barsha – 9 minutes away
• The Ranches Souk – 11 minutes away

The nearest mall from La Avenida 1 is First Avenue Mall. It has an automobile theme and 50 retail stores including Bath and Body Works, Plush Tan and V Perfumes. Another great option is My City Centre Al Barsha. It houses internationally recognised brands and local labels and even has a Carrefour supermarket.

Moreover, you should also visit The Ranches Souk. Some of its main draws include Magic Planet, Sun & Sand Sports and Pet’s Delight. Magic Planet is the perfect place to spend time with your kids. If you have a pet, you can shop for pet food or toys at Pet’s Delight.

There are various restaurants near the community such as:

• The Hamptons Cafe 
• Ranches Restaurant
• Shakespeare and Co.
• Maison Mathis ‘Arabian Ranches’

The above restaurants are within walking distance from the sub-community. The Hamptons Café has a number of branches throughout Dubai. Ranches Restaurant has a comprehensive bar menu and appetiser options that include grilled prawn salad and sandwiches. Shakespeare and Co. are one of the best restaurants on Arabian Ranches. Its menu is a fusion of Arabic and English cuisine. You have to try its traditional English breakfast and hummus platters.

Moreover, Maison Mathis ‘Arabian Ranches’ is also worth visiting as it offers an extensive selection of alcoholic beverages and serves delicious steaks and pizzas. Otherwise, residents tend to visit The Ranches Souk to eat at the following restaurants.

•  Leila 
• Carluccio’s
• McDonald’s
• Chez Sushi
• Caribou Coffee

Residents of La Avenida 1 spend their weekends at Jumeirah Public Beach. It is one of the most popular beaches in Dubai and takes 25 minutes to reach. The beach provides several amenities including a kid’s play area, BB1 stations and a park.

Other beaches where you can relax include JBR Beach which takes 22 minutes to reach and Umm Suqeim Beach which is 20 minutes away. When you visit JBR Beach, you can try a plethora of activities such as parasailing, jet-skiing, paddle boarding, kayaking and boat rides. On the other hand, Umm Suqeim Beach is the best place to go surfing in Dubai.

Some popular landmarks that residents of La Avenida 1 visit include:

• The Dubai Butterfly Garden – 9 minutes away
• Dubai Autodrome – 11 minutes away
• Global Village – 18 minutes away

The Dubai Butterfly Garden is the nearest landmark to the community. It is located right next to Dubai Miracle Garden and is the largest covered park in the world. Featuring 10 custom domes, it houses more than 15,000 butterflies.

Another great place to spend leisure time is Dubai Autodrome. It caters to motorsports fans and hosts international races. With a 5.39 km circuit, it even has outdoor karting tracks where you can ride a kart.

Global Village is also the perfect place to spend time with friends and family. It showcases 78 cultures and features 26 pavilions. Witness the cultural diversity of the city by visiting this popular tourist attraction. Adventure lovers must try the exciting rides at Global Village.

Resident can visit the following to get active:

• Mirador Park – 5 minutes away
• Arabian Ranches Skate Park – 5 minutes away
• Terranova Community Pool – 7 minutes away

Mirador Park is a great place to go jogging or take a stroll. It even has a small pond and some gazebos where you can have a picnic with your family. Another great place to work up a sweat is Arabian Ranches Skate Park. It is the ideal spot to go skating and biking. When it gets hot, residents prefer swimming at Terranova Community Pool. It is a great place to relax.

If you prefer working out at a gym, you can enrol at Fitness First Arabian Ranches which is 11 minutes away. It is fully equipped with the latest workout machines and has personal trainers who can help you get fit. Otherwise, you can exercise at Optimal Fitness. It can be reached within 10 minutes.

Women wanting to get pampered can head to the following salons and spas:

• The Nail Spa
• The White Room Spa
• Queens Ksenses Ladies Salon
• Marquee Hair Salon – Arabian Ranches

Living in Arabian Ranches allows residents to participate in various events that are organised by the community. There are events throughout the year including Halloween, Festival of Lights and U.A.E. National Day. The community is decorated during each event to celebrate special moments.

Although there is no La Avenida 1 sub-community profile on social media, residents can join the Arabian Ranches Community group on Facebook to get connected and make friends.

La Avenida 1 is a great place for families to live. The 5-bedroom villas provide an ample amount of space to raise your family. Besides, the sub-community offers the perfect investment opportunity. Even though there are no villas for rent at present, owning a villa in the neighbourhood allows you to experience the finer things in life. Besides, you always have the option to get a mortgage in Dubai to acquire real estate.

• Downtown Dubai is 24 minutes away 
• Dubai International Airport is 26 minutes away
• Jebel Ali is 28 minutes away
• Deira is 39 minutes away