Lila, Arabian Ranches 2

Lila is one of the villa enclaves part of Arabian Ranches 2 by Emaar Properties. The sub-community lies on the northeastern side, close to Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54). It is also a well-established enclave that has freehold as well as rental properties. The strategic location and price range of properties makes it an ideal community for families who want to live in a peaceful area.

• A sub-community in Arabian Ranches 2
• Features 3 to 5-bedroom villas for sale and rent
• Close to many leisure attractions in Dubailand
• Next to Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54)
• Has one communal swimming pool and a play area for kids

Lila is a villa enclave that contains 219 ready-to-move houses. The villas are clustered in two rows per street. Popular points of interest in Lila are:

• 219 Spanish-theme villas
• A choice of 3, 4 and 5-bedroom houses
• The communal swimming pool and the playground

Emaar Properties fairly dubs Lila as ‘the epitome of a lush getaway’. Like most sub-communities in Arabian Ranches 2, Lila incorporates plenty of green spaces. The streets are lined with shrubs and the houses have their own private landscaped areas. Located close to the roundabout in Lila, there is a central area for recreational activities. It has jogging and walking tracks, sheltered areas for picnics, a playground for children and a large swimming pool.

Properties in Lila include 3, 4-bedroom and 5-bedroom villas with sizes varying between 3,052 sq. ft. and 3,875 sq. ft. These two-storey units feature a spacious living area, a fully-fitted kitchen, a maid’s room with bathroom and a laundry area. Depending on the unit type, there are bedrooms with attached bathrooms and built-in wardrobes. Other features include an in-house parking facility and a balcony,

Inspired by Spanish architecture, villas in Lila feature distinctive elements such as arched walkways, wrought-iron fencing and low-pitched terracotta roofs. Villas are painted with warm Mediterranean colours such as cream, beige and lemon-yellow. The interiors of the houses follow the same colour palette. Dark-finish woodwork is also seen around doorways as well as windows, while the kitchen cabinetry, built-in shelves and wardrobes follow pale colour tones.

Renting villas in Lila is a good option for residents considering Arabian Ranches 2. The price range of these villas is as follows:

• The starting price for renting a 3-bed villa in Lila is AED 260k and goes up to AED 270k per year
• The yearly renting price of 4-bed houses in Lila varies from AED 270k to AED 350k
• The price of a 5-bed villa for rent starts from AED 315k and goes up to AED 440k per year

Lila is also popular for buying villas. Here is the price breakdown:

• Sale prices of a 3-bed home in Lila range from AED 3.8M to AED 4.8M
• You can buy a 4-bed villa for AED 3.7M to AED 5.6M
• A 5-bed house in Lila will cost around AED 4.6M to AED 6.4M

Bayut has worked on creating a simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans on the website. You can easily find the unit type and bed type you’re interested in by browsing Lila floor plans.

Every property in Lila comes with a covered parking space for two cars. Parking spaces in Lila for visitors include spaces outside the houses.

As for public transportation near Lila, there is a bus stop outside of the parent community. Residents can take Bus F32 from Arabian Ranches 2 Main Entrance Bus Stop to reach their destination. The closest metro stations include Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station at an 18-minute drive and Al Furjan Metro Station within a 22-minute drive.

Those with private cars can commute using Al Qudra Road (D63) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). Using these routes, you can reach the communities of Dubai Studio City, Al Barsha, Motor City and Dubai Sports City.

Most of the amenities in Arabia Ranches 2 are located in the community centre that is close to the entrance. These amenities include a mall, a supermarket, a mosque, a school, restaurants and ATM facilities.

For grocery and home utility shopping, residents can visit Carrefour Market. The Ranches Souk houses this supermarket near Lila that is easily accessible within a 5-minute drive. Other supermarkets nearby include Geant Supermarket, ZOOM and Spinneys.

The community mosque, Arabian Ranches 2 Masjid is located next to The Ranches Souk. It will take a 5-minute drive to reach the mosque. Other mosques near Lila include Mudon Mosque and Al Madinah Al Mustadama Masjid. Masjid Salam in Dubai Studio City lies an 11-minute drive away.

Churches near Lila are not too far away. One can drive to The Winning Generation Gospel Assembly in 18 minutes. It will take 23 minutes to reach either Dubai Evangelical Church Centre or St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church.

One of the Sikh places of worship near Lila is Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara in Jebel Ali. This Sikh gurudwara can be reached in 24 minutes.

Pre-schoolers can enrol on one of these nurseries near Lila:

• Raffles Early Childhood Centre
• Step By Step Nursery
• Dibber Nurseries
• Blossom Mudon Nursery (also known as Blossom Nursery)

Located in Arabian Ranches, Raffles Early Childhood Centre offers early years as well as Montessori programs. Step By Step Nursery and Blossom Mudon Nursery are other well-known options nearby. CreaKids Nursery, now known as Dibber follows the globally acclaimed Norwegian Curriculum for children up to 4-years-old.

Schools near Lila include:

• Ranches Primary School
• Jumeirah English Speaking School
• Fairgreen International School
• Brooklyn Melodies Music Centre

Ranches Primary School provides basic education from the foundation stage (FS1 and FS2) up to Year 6. The school located in Arabian Ranches 2 follows the British curriculum.

Known to be one of the best schools in Dubai, Jumeirah English Speaking School in Arabian Ranches offers the British and International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.

Fairgreen International School is located in The Sustainable City and can be reached in 7 minutes. It follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum from pre-primary to Year 9.

There are many options available for higher education in Academic City. Accessible in 20 minutes, Academic City includes many internationally accredited universities. A few options include Al Ghurair University, the University of Dubai and Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU).

Clinics near Lila, Arabian Ranches 2 include:

• Aster Clinic
• The Chiron Clinic
• Medicentres Motor City

The nearest medical facility is Aster Clinic which is adjacent to The Ranches Souk. Other clinics near Lila such as The Chiron Clinic, Medicentres Motor City and Apex Medical and Dental Clinics are easily accessible within a 13 to 15-minute drive. For further medical assistance, residents can visit Mediclinic Parkview Hospital and NMC Royal Hospital

Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in Al Barsha South is accessible in 13 minutes. One can reach NMC Royal Hospital in Dubai Investment Park in about 21 minutes.

Since Lila is located on the north-eastern side of Arabian Ranches 2, the residential sub-communities that are next-door neighbours include:

• Palma
• Rosa
• Camelia

Some of the sub-communities part of Arabian Ranches are located along Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54). The sub-community that directly faces Lila is Alvorada 4. Other well-established areas nearby are Motor City and Mudon.

The Ranches Souk is a recreational and institutional hub for residents. It is a lifestyle destination for the entire community. Highlights of The Ranches Souk are:

• Carrefour Market – supermarket
• Mr & Mrs Button – tailor shop
• The Body Shop – cruelty-free beauty store 
• Mothercare – a retail store that has a variety of products for mothers and babies

This community mall nearby is home to several other well-known brands such as MAC Cosmetics, Claires, Skechers, Sun and Sand Sports, etc. It also houses a food court and a lifestyle club that consists of a swimming pool, sports facilities and a fitness centre. There is a store called Party Zone that has party supplies such as decorations and costumes. The tailor shop called Mr & Mrs Button is known for designing and stitching clothes. A watch store called Hour Choice is present as well. The Ranches Souk also has a BinSina Pharmacy and ATMs for Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and HSBC. Other malls near Lila are Cityland Mall and City Centre Me’aisem.

A few of the dining options in The Ranches Souk include:

• Bateel
• Carluccio’s
• Paul Bakery & Restaurant

Bateel is a casual dining place that is popular for its baked items, salads and beverages. Carluccio’s is a well-known Italian restaurant chain, while Paul Bakery & Restaurant is a French eatery. Other cafes and restaurants near Lila include Caribou Coffee and Mcdonald’s. There is also a popular ice cream parlour called Coldstone Creamery in The Ranches Souk. Maison Mathis in Arabian Ranches is popular for its chic ambience, European menu and wonderful view of the golf course.

Coastal destinations are at least 23 kilometres away from Lila, which means it will take nearly half an hour or so to reach there. The well-known beaches near Lila include Jumeirah Public Beach, Umm Suqeim Beach and Kite Beach.

Stretched across the northern side of Dubai’s coast, Jumeirah Public Beach is great for visitors looking for a family-friendly beach spot near the city centre. Jumeirah Beach has a boardwalk, benches, shower facilities and a playground for kids. Umm Suqeim Beach, commonly known as Sunset Beach is popular for jogging tracks and plenty of parking spaces. Kite Beach is an ideal beach spot for kitesurfing and kayaking.

A few of the leisure attractions as well as landmarks near Lila are:

• Global Village
• IMG Worlds of Adventure
• Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club

Apart from the sports facilities and a swimming pool, The Leisure Centre near The Ranches Souk features an indoor amusement centre for kids called Cheeky Monkeys.

The closest leisure destination outside the community is Global Village, which is accessible in 16 minutes by car. Set in the heart of Dubailand, it is spread over an area of 17,200,000 sq. ft. Representing 90 countries, Global Village hosts around 5 million visitors every year. Held during the cooler winter months, Global Village is a popular event in Dubai. Take a look at the 28th season of Global Village, held between 2023 and 2024.

Next to Global Village is IMG Worlds of Adventure. It is a massive indoor entertainment destination that is divided into five zones. Representing different themes, these adventure zones feature rides with characters from Marvel and Cartoon Network. A 7-star branch of Novo Cinemas is also part of the theme park.

Based in Dubai Motor City, Dubai Autodrome is accessible in approximately 15 minutes. It is a motorsports circuit with a 5-kilometre track. It is the ultimate destination for sports car lovers because they get to experience the thrill of driving race cars such as F1, Ferrari GT, McLaren, Porsche, etc.

Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club and Trump International Golf Course are the two sports and leisure destinations near Lila.

The outdoor recreational facilities in Lila include a communal pool and a playground for kids. The neighbouring sub-communities such as Palma and Rosa have tennis courts, while Rasha and Yasmin have basketball courts. There is also a full-size volleyball court in Arabian Ranches 2. The Ranches Souk also has a gym called Fitness First.

Salons and spas near Lila include:

• NStyle Beauty Lounge
• Belle Femme
• The Haven Spa

NStyle Beauty Lounge and Belle Femme are conveniently situated within Arabian Ranches 2, so they are accessible after just a 5-minute drive. The Haven Spa in Layan will take around 13 minutes to reach. Men looking for grooming services can visit Volume Gents Saloon in Dubai Studio City which is 10 minutes away.

Both Arabian Ranches and Arabian Ranches 2 have their calendars filled with various events. Some of the events near Lila to look forward to annually are Arabian Ranches Movie Night, Halloween Party, Festival of Lights and National Day Celebration.

Residents of Lila can also join the Facebook groups called Lila Arabian Ranches 2 Dubai to stay updated about activities and events in the community.

Lila is a quiet and well-maintained housing society in Arabian Ranches 2. It has a limited number of sports venues and other commercial facilities. But this is also what makes living in Arabian Ranches 2 so attractive, especially for residents who prefer a peaceful environment. The recreational highlights of Lila are the large swimming pool and an expansive playground for kids.

Lila is a sub-community in Arabian Ranches 2 situated adjacent to Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54), next to Palma.

There are 3 to 5-bedroom two-storey villas in Lila.

• IMG Worlds of Adventure is a 15-minute drive away
• Dubai Miracle Garden is at a distance of 16 minutes
• Half an hour away from Dubai International Airport
• Downtown Dubai is accessible after a 29-minute drive