The Aldea, The Villa

The Aldea is a villa-dominant sub-community in the suburbs of Dubailand. Build by the renowned, Dubai Properties, The Aldea is a part of The Villa community and is one of the most sought-after residential blocks of The Villa. It is well-known for its serene and calm housing atmosphere surrounded by the desert landscape. A haven of comfort and luxury for its residents, The Aldea comprises spacious villas whose architecture is deeply inspired by Spanish-style living.

The Aldea offers ranch-style properties with closely designed courtyards, lush landscapes and 4, 5 and 6-bedrooms villas in an affordable range, mainly suited for large families. The residential complex also offers many facilities within the vicinity, such as supermarkets, cafes, retail shops, restaurants and clinics.

• A secure, family-friendly community
• Landscaped area with a peaceful setting
• Affordable properties with a well-designed interior
• Al Habtoor Polo Club and Resort and Dubai Outlet Mall are close by
• Spanish-styled community boasting luxurious villas of 4 to 6-bedrooms
• Close to Emirates Road (E611) that intersects with Dubai – Al Ain Road (E66)

The Aldea is the most sought-after residential community, located between two village circles of The Villa. Residents can expect warm living spaces in a peaceful community away from the hubbub of city life. The properties express Spanish architecture sporting these amenities that are cherished by residents.

• Closely built courtyards for family gatherings and family activities
• Well-floored and landscaped walking paths
• Separate gardens inside villas
• Private swimming pools
• BBQ area

The serene residential setting comprises mostly freehold properties. Villas on rent are also available which can suffice the family needs of average earners and they can easily afford the annual rent.

Villas are available for both rent and sale and come in various sizes and designs, hence preferred by both locals and ex-pats. The properties in The Aldea are available as 4-bedroom with 4 to 5 bathrooms, 5-bedroom with 5 to 6 bathrooms and 6-bedroom with 6 to 7 bathrooms. The surface area covered by the villas ranges from 3,500 sq. ft. to 16,620 sq. ft.

Each villa in The Aldea is a part of courtyard housing and the houses are primed with exclusive furnishing, a fitted kitchen, and spacious rooms, including a separate laundry room, maid’s room, utility room and powder room. The House structure comprises a terrace, swimming pool, a garden and garage space with the amenities of central air conditioning and 24/7 CCTV security.

The properties in The Aldea are available to rent, tenants can have a look at the ongoing rental trends in the area below:

• A 4-bed villa for rent in The Aldea can be rented for a minimum of AED 220k for a year
• It takes AED 240k to AED 449k to rent a 5-bed villa in The Aldea
• To rent a 6-bed villa in The Aldea, one needs to have at least AED 549k per annum

Interested buyers and investors can look for the price trends in the area below:

• The sales trends for a 4-bed villa for sale in The Aldea falls between AED 3.9M and AED 6.9M
• A 5-bed villa for sale in The Aldea bears a price tag of as high as AED 10.2M
• Those with bigger families should go for a 6-bed layout. It takes about AED 15M to buy a 6-bed villa in The Aldea

There is plenty of parking spaces in The Aldea for both residents and visitors. The spacious villas in the community offer gracious car parking space in the garage, as well as outside on the street.

Bus stations near The Aldea are Dubai Sky Courts Nilona Residence bus station which is an 8-minutes driving distance from the area. The closest Metro station Creek is located an 18-minute drive close to Al Khail Road (E44). Business Bay and Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station on Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) are about 20-minute’s drive from the area. Residents can also avail of hailing cab services by booking them online.

The Villa community offers a shopping arcade with supermarkets, cafes and restaurants. Spinneys, the famous supermarket is located in the Centro community mall and is a preferred grocery store for residents. Dubai Silicon Oasis is located at a 15-minute drive from the area, which has supermarkets like Carrefour, Timeplus Supermarket and Spring Green Park Supermarket. Some other supermarkets near The Aldea are K.P Mart Supermarket, Lifco Supermarket Dubai Land and West Zone Fresh Supermarket, which are all located at a driving distance of 8-minutes.

The closest mosque to The Aldea is Masjid A’aishah Umm Al-Mu’mineen, the central mosque located within the community, just 5-minutes away. There are a few other mosques located near the community, named Al Waha Masjid at a 14-minute distance, Global Village Mosque and DSO Masjid are just 15-minutes away.

The Villa community caters to a mix of cultures hence the facility of temples and churches are found relatively close to the area. Nearby churches include The Winning Generation Gospel Assembly, Emirates Baptist Church International (EBCI) and City Hill Church. All these churches are located within a 20 to 30-minute driving radius and are counted among the best churches in Dubai. At the same distance, lie temples to cater for the religious needs of Hindu residents. ShrinathJi Temple, Shiva Temple and Shree Krishna Haveli are some to name. Lankaramaya Temple is located at a drive of about 20-minutes to cater to the Buddhist community, while it takes about half an hour’s drive to reach Guru Nanak Darbar, which is a Sikh Gurudwara.

The Villa community is a good learning ground for children as it offers an Emirates British Nursery and GEMS FirstPoint School, which are located within the vicinity. For more options, one has to look outside the community premises.

Nurseries and schools near The Aldea include:

• Chubby Cheeks Nursery
• Falconcity Nursery
• The Indian International School
• GEMS Wellington Academy
• Dunecrest American School
• Zayed University

GEMS Wellington Academy, 17-minutes away from the area, is an International School that follows the British Curriculum. It focuses on strong individual development by offering extra curriculum activities from the beginning. The Indian International school is the second-best choice for residents as it focuses on advanced learning. Located at a 22-minute driving distance, this school also offers secondary education. For higher education, one can look up to Zayed University, located at a drive of about 10-minutes.

The residents of this community will have no trouble finding hospitals during the time of emergencies as there are some general hospitals and clinics near The Aldea, which include:

• Dubai London Clinic
• Nad Al Sheba Hospital
• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital
• Multi Care Medical Centre

Multi-speciality private health care, Dubai London Clinic is located right within the community, near Spinneys. It is the longest-established specialized clinic that offers world-class services and diagnosis. Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, located at a 20-minute distance specialises in Pediatrics, Gynaecology and Bariatric Surgery.

Nearby areas of the community include:

• Motor City
• City of Arabia
• Academic City
• Dubai Silicon Oasis

The Aldea is centred between Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayed Road (E311) and Dubai Al Ain Road (E66). It is located alongside Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54) which connects the residents to the nearby well-established communities. In the south of the community, there is  Al Reem and Arabian Ranches.

The area has no shortage of well-known malls, naming a few:

• Cityland Mall
• Dubai Outlet Mall
• City Centre Mirdif

Cityland Mall located at a drive of about 12-minutes houses a number of fashion stores and food outlets. The other well-known mall near The Aldea is Dubai Outlet Mall on Dubai Al Ain Road (E66). Besides offering a food court and retail shops it hosts family events and kids’ activities. City Centre Mirdif on Sheikh Muhammad Bin Zayed Road (E311) is a swish shopping Mall that has a cinema and notable coffee houses.

People of The Aldea can enjoy all sorts of international dishes at the following restaurants:

• Oregano Restaurant
• KFC
• Horse & Hound
• The Grill Pit

Offering the best Italian cuisine, the Oregano Restaurant is located in The Villa community centre. Residents can dine in as well as get the food delivered to their houses. To satisfy fast-food cravings, KFC on the Emirates Road (E66) is a 12-minute drive. The Grill Pit in Al Habtoor Polo Resort is a fine dining restaurant that offers seafood and a number of South American dishes. Other restaurants near The Aldea include Doner Deli, Skyler’s Gourmet Bistro and Four Square Café and Restaurant located at a distance of 4 to 6-minutes drive.

Jumeirah Beach Road is just a 30-minute drive from the area which boasts a number of beaches and resorts. The closest beaches near The Aldea are Jumeirah Beach and Public beach that are 31 minutes away. Other beach options available for residents in The Aldea are Marina Beach, Atlantic in The Palm, Sunset Beach and Kite Beach.

Global village, the nearby community hosts a number of activities such as:

• Cultural events
• Dance shows
• A Food street
• Shopping Street

The main attraction of the area is IMG Worlds of Adventure just 13-minutes away from the area. As the name suggests, it is an amusement park that offers a number of entertainment options for visitors including rides and a themed waterpark. For sports lovers, Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club and the Arabian Ranches Golf Club are just a few minutes from the area, Global Village, a few minutes from the community is home to cultural heritage.

Residents of The Aldea have no shortage of outdoor activities and gatherings. The Aldea itself is a residential block famous for its courtyard housing design where families can gather and enjoy mini picnics and BBQ parties. Parks and playgrounds for children are also found at every step to keep them entertained. Adults can also enjoy morning and evening walks on landscaped walkways.

For fitness and health regimes, residents can go to UAE Sports Academy located within the community. Zayed University Gym on Al Nahyan Street is a 14-minute drive. Alfa Gravity HQ and Nitro Gym are 10-minutes away.

A few spas and salons near The Aldea are:

• Fabulicious Ladies Salon
• Olive Gents Salon
• The Centro

The Iridium Spa located right next to the community can be reached within 6-minutes. There is another salon that gents can also visit, Olive Gents Salon, in the nearby cluster, The Centro is just a 4-minutes drive.

Most of the festivities and events take place in nearby communities. Residents of The Aldea can enjoy different food festivals, concerts and cultural shows by driving up to Global Village and Arabian Ranches, which are among the most developed areas of Dubai.

A few social groups on Facebook are available for residents of The Villa community to catch up with the latest community news and plan events. Residents can join groups by the name of The Villa Community and The Villa Dubailand. A special group for mothers of the community The Villa Mums can also be found on Facebook.

Apart from enjoying the many benefits of living in The Aldea, buying houses can also prove to be beneficial as investments, because of its affordable prices and easy access to facilities, the market competition is higher. Among the many benefits of living in this esteemed community, a thing or two to consider are the bus stops and metro stations. The means to travel on foot is slightly a stretch since the metro and bus stations are located at least an hour’s walking distance from the community. Residents are recommended to have their own means of transportation for easy travel.

• Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club is at an 8-minute distance from the area
• Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayed Road (E311) is just 12-minutes away
• Located alongside the Emirates Road (611)
• Dubai Al Ain Road (E66) is 6-minutes away