Springs 8

Springs 8 is a part of the bigger community The Springs, a gated community that offers a perfect combination of comfort and luxury. Providing a serene environment, the neighbourhood features 2 to 5-bedroom lavish townhouses and villas. Springs 8 is located alongside Al Asayel Street (D72), which later connects with one of the major highways in the UAE, Al Khail Road (E44). Some of the properties in springs 8 are waterfront and provide pristine views of the lake situated within the community. This family-focused neighbourhood is a residential project of Emaar Properties.

• Located near Al Khail Road (E44)
• A family-friendly neighbourhood
• Surrounded by greenery and lakes
• A project by the pioneer Emaar Properties
• Features a variety of villas and townhouses
• Proximity to Media City, Internet City and JLT

Springs 8 is a close-knit community offering many family-friendly facilities to residents. Popular points of interest are:

• Dedicated parks and gardens
• Communal swimming pools
• Fitness facilities for residents
• Pathways for biking and running
• round-the-clock security

There is also a community retail centre where residents can shop, dine or enjoy a refreshing cup of coffee at one of the several cafes located inside.

Properties in Springs 8 include both villas for sale and rent. These residential units offer different amenities depending on the number of bedrooms or covered areas.

The ground floor has a modern kitchen, dining area and huge family room along with a spare room that may be used as a bedroom, guest room, home office, or study. The first floor offers bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a second family room, and roomy balconies that look out over the peaceful neighbourhood. In some designs, a maid’s room is also situated on the ground floor.

The rental trends for villas in Springs 8 are as follows:

• 2-bedroom villas for rent in Springs 8 demand an annual rent range from AED 120k to 155k.
• Renting 3-bedroom villas in Springs 8 will cost from AED 160k to AED 260k.

For those looking for a villa for sale in Springs 8, the subcommunity offers several options in 2 and 3-bedroom configurations. These properties offer great value for money.

• The price tag for a 2-bedroom villa for sale in Springs 8 can range between AED 1.7M and AED 2.4M.
• The price range for a 3-bed villa for sale in Springs 8 starts from AED 2.6M and can go up to AED 3.9M.

Those looking for Springs 8 floor plans can browse through the 2D, 3D and 3D live floor plans available on Bayut.

Residents will not have to worry about finding parking spaces in Springs 8. Nearly all homes here have private car parking areas. Visitors can park their vehicles on the streets, as there are ample spots available at any time of the day.

Those commuting in their own cars can take Al Asayel street (D72), which connects with Al Khail Road (E44).

For those depending on public transportation in Springs 8, the easiest mode of transport is the RTA buses. Residents will find several bus stops in the neighbourhood. For example, at the Meadows entrance gate, there is The Meadows Entrance Gate 8 Bus Stop, 8-minutes away by foot. Other bus stops near Springs 8 include The Springs Entrance Gate 4 bus stop and The Springs Entrance Gate 5 bus stop, which are about a walk of 9 to 12-minutes.

The metro stations near Springs 8 are Al Khail Metro Station at a distance of 12-minutes. Another metro station is DMCC Metro Station, 12-minutes away from the community. Residents can also hail the metro service from Dubai Internet City Metro Station 2, which is a 9-minute drive only.

There are two popular supermarkets near Springs 8. The Al Maya Supermarket Marina branch is 15-minutes west of Springs 8. Then there is Waitrose which specializes in imported foodstuffs from the UK. This supermarket is 9-minutes away. For those looking to shop in a larger supermarket, there is Spinneys just 6-minutes away.

One will find two large mosques near Springs 8. Masjid Hasan Abas Sharbatly is 15-minutes away, situated in Dubai Motor City. Slightly closer, at a distance of 14-minutes is Al Rahim Mosque in Dubai Marina. Other mosques within the neighbourhood of Springs include Masjid Wahab, located 9-minutes away and Masood Naqvi Mosque, 14-minutes away from the community.

There is a large population of Christians residing in Springs 8. Those looking to attend Sunday Mass can find a couple of churches near Springs 8. For instance, the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and Dubai Evangelical Church Centre are both 16-minutes away in Jebel Ali Village.

There are a few temples near Springs 8 as well as including Guru Nanak Darbar, which is a Sikh Gurdwara and a newly opened Hindu Temple in Jebel Ali to facilitate the Hindu population living around the neighbourhood. There is a temple at a convenient distance to cater to Buddhists residing in Dubai, called Lankaramaya Buddhist Temple.

Nearby nursery options include:

• Dewdrops Nursery Al Barsha
• Jumeirah International Nursery

Nearby schools include:

• Dubai British School
• GEMS Dubai American Academy
• American School of Dubai

There are a few reputable schools near Springs 8. The nearest one is Dubai British School which is 6-minutes away. This school has British Curriculum. GEMS Dubai American Academy and American School of Dubai are both situated 13-minutes away and follow the American curriculum.

Universities near Springs 8 include the University of Bradford which is 13-minutes away. University of Wollongong (UOW) is an Australian university also located close to the area.

The closest medical facilities include:

• iCare Clinic
• Al Das Medical Clinic – Meadows
• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital

For general medical checks ups and OPD consultations, residents can go to clinics near Springs 8, which include iCare Clinic which is just 12-minutes away. Similarly, Al Das Medical Clinic – Meadows is 7-minutes away. These clinics offer healthcare services for a range of medical specialities including cardiology, immunology, and gynaecology.

Hospitals near Springs 8 include Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, which is 15-minutes away. This hospital has a trauma centre which is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Nearby Areas include:

• Emirates Hills
• Jumeirah Village Circle
• Al Barsha

Close to Springs 8 is Emirates Hills, a suburb inspired by Beverly Hills California. To the South, there is Jumeirah Village Circle, an upscale residential neighbourhood. Jebel Ali is considered the westernmost district within Dubai. It is also close to the Springs 8 neighbourhood.

Malls near Springs 8 include:

• Mall of the Emirates
• The Dubai Mall
• Ibn Battuta Mall

The nearest is the Mall of the Emirates which is 13-minutes away. Not too far, is the Dubai Mall. Considered the Middle East’s largest mall, you can reach this venue in 21-minutes heading northeast. Ibn Battuta Mall is located on the western side of Dubai. One can reach Ibn Battuta Mall in just 15-minutes driving northwest.

Popular stores inside Dubai Mall Include:

• Official Apple Store
• The Toy Store
• Christian Louboutin

The official Apple store inside Dubai Mall is one of the most popular and visited stores. Here, visitors can purchase the latest iPhones, iPads and MacBooks. The Toy Store is one of the largest toy stores in Dubai. It is known for its vast selection of toys imported from across the world. Christian Louboutin is a popular fashion outlet that sells designer handbags, dresses, scarves and various accessories. All these stores are in proximity to the area.

Restaurants inside Dubai Mall include:

• B2B Burgers
• IL Forno

B2B Burgers focuses on quality and quantity. It is the best option for those craving a good burger joint. IL Forno is a friendly and casual eatery and a nice place to hang out. Besides, there is Carluccio’s and Bebabel.

Other nearby restaurants include:

• Operation Falafel
• Xandros Restaurant
• The Cheesecake Factory JBR

Restaurants near Springs 8 include Xandros Restaurant which is just 10-minutes away. This restaurant is open from 6 am in the morning till 1 am at the night. Menu items include a wide range of appetisers, desserts, salads, soups, cocktails and mocktails as well as main courses like Shish Tawouk and Lamb Shank Ouzi. Operation Falafel is located 17-minutes away and right next to it is the Cheesecake Factory.

One of the nearby nightlife options is Alta Badia Bar located at a distance of 22-minutes, while ICON Bar & Lounge is at a distance of just 14-minutes.

The nearest two beaches worth visiting are Marina Beach, a 17-minute drive north and JBR Beach which is 19-minutes away. JBR beach is a popular destination for watersports lovers as it offers activities like parasailing, jet skiing and wakeboarding.

The most popular nearby landmarks include:

• Dubai Miracle Garden
• Dubai Autodrome
• Address Montgomerie

One can reach Dubai Miracle Garden in 13-minutes, heading south. At about the same distance is Dubai Autodrome, a place where one can enjoy a variety of motorsports activities in Dubai. Address Montgomerie is another attraction close to the area. The 18-hole championship golf course is located 12-minutes away.

Residents can stay fit at:

• Springs 9 Park
• Springs 8 pool
• Lake Springs 8 & 9 park

Parks near Springs 8 include Springs 9 park, which is just 2-minutes away via car. Apart from a cycling and jogging track, there are several swings and a jungle gym for children to enjoy in this park. There is also a community pool in Springs 8.

Gyms near Springs 8 include The Warehouse Gym which is a 10-minute drive away. FitRepublik Fitness Center and F45 Training Jumeirah Park are also at the same distance

Nearby spas and salons include:

• SensAsia Urban Spa
• The Spa at Ritz Carlton Dubai
• Katrin Ladies Spa

Residents who regularly get beauty treatments and therapies such as massages can visit SensAsia Urban Spa which is situated 12-minutes away. Similarly, The Spa at Ritz Carlton Dubai is about 20-minutes away and Katrin Ladies Spa is 12-minutes away from the location.

Ramadan charity drives are one of the community events in which residents of Springs 8 can take part. Also, there are community market days held every other month. Apart from this, there are activities for kids called Kraft Kids. These events are great for parents and children to spend quality time together.

There is no specific social media page for Springs 8, but residents are encouraged to join the Facebook group of the parent community, The Springs, to learn about upcoming events and for other information.

Although Springs 8 offers an excellent lifestyle to residents, the only drawback is that it doesn’t have any apartments. Those looking for flats for sale or rent can check out the other communities offering more property options.

• 25-minutes west of Dubai International Airport
• 21-minutes west of Downtown Dubai
• Just 15-minutes away west of Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)