Umm Suqeim 2

Umm Suqeim 2 is a waterfront community featuring a range of luxurious villas, residential plots and apartments. It is a sub-community of the Umm Suqeim area located along Jumeirah Road. The sub-community borders Umm Suqeim 1, Umm Suqeim 3, and Al Manara, while its northwestern side faces the ocean.

This exclusive community provides a serene living environment, making it a perfect choice for those who prefer a peaceful lifestyle close to the beach. Residents can enjoy various essential amenities and facilities provided by the community, ensuring their comfortable stay. Moreover, the community offers direct access to the stunning white sandy beaches and public landscaped parks, which provide an ideal setting for residents to enjoy leisurely walks in the evenings.

• A waterfront sub-community in Umm Suqeim
• Variety of residential units to choose from
• Proximity to the beach and Jumeirah Fishing Harbour
• Excellent lifestyle amenities nearby
• Public transportation system is well-developed

Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai is an ideal place for people who lead an active lifestyle. The community is known as an upscale residential area in Dubai and has emerged as a social hub for both expatriates and nationals.

Highlights of the community include access to:

• Beaches
• Public parks
• Jumeirah Fishing Harbour

The community is always bustling with people running errands, dropping off their kids at school, and relaxing at the numerous cafes in the vicinity. The beach is a significant attraction for residents, who often spend their time participating in water activities or jogging on the beach track.

Living in villas provides residents with a sense of privacy and tranquility. Although most of these properties are situated near the main road, Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai is a well-known tourist hub and a favorite spot among locals in Dubai.

Residential properties in Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai majorly include villas and apartments. The residential apartments comes in 1 and 2-bedroom units spanning 552 sq. ft. to 1,434 sq. ft. These flats have master bedrooms, bathrooms, living/ dining area, a kitchen and spacious balcony.

Villas in Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai comes in 3, 4, 5 and 6-bedroom units. These houses have a large variety of designs and have quality furnishing. They are also well lit and spacious featuring ensuite bedrooms with bathrooms, living room, dining area, well-equipped kitchen, spacious balcony and covered parking spaces. Some villas have swimming pools. There is a garden outside that can also be used as a barbecue area.

Also, note that freehold ownership is only available for UAE and GCC nationals. Expats can only rent properties in the sub-community.

For renting apartments in Umm Suqeim 2, one can find 1 and 2-bedroom units. The rental trend is as follow:

• The rental price for 1-bedroom apartments in Umm Suqeim 2 is AED 75k per annum.
• The rents for 2-bedroom flats in Umm Suqeim 2 is AED 100k per annum.

These rental prices can be compared with other rental apartments in Umm Suqeim. These residential flats can be found in in low-rise buildings.

Independent villas are popular in Umm Suqeim 2 but it is also home to a few villa compounds. The main benefits of villa compounds is the access to shared facilities, nearby amenities and public transport.

Umm Suqeim 2 villa compounds include Sidra Village and Al Manara Village. There are 88 units of 3, 4 and 5-bed villas in Sidra Village. The compound offers access to a swimming pool, tennis/squash courts, a football pitch, a gym and a children’s playground. Al Manara Village features large 5,500 sq. ft. 5-bedroom semi-independent villas. These villas come with separate living and dining rooms, fitted kitchens, maid’s rooms, laundry rooms and private gardens.

As far as parking spaces in Umm Suqeim 2 are concerned, there are garage facilities in each home, whereas, visitors can avail ample street parking.

It is easy to find public transportation in Umm Suqeim 2. Nearest metro stations are Onpassive Metro Station and Equiti Metro Station are around 10 minutes away via car.

There are also several bus stops in the community, connecting residents to the rest of the city through various routes. Saeed Bin Huzeim Masjid 1 bus stop, Saeed Bin Huzeim Masjid 2 bus stop, Umm Suqeim, Library 1 bus stop, Umm Suqeim, Library 2 bus stop, Umm Suqeim, Park 1 bus stop and Umm Suqeim, Park 2 bus stop are the bus routes that can be used for easier commute.

Among the amenities in this sub-community, there are a couple of supermarkets near Umm Suqeim 2 to serve the daily shopping needs of the residents. Nearby options include Barana, Al Bashaer grocery store, Minna mini-mart, Union Coop Umm Suqeim, The Fresh Bazaar Supermarket among others. A branch of Choithrams is located on Al Wasl Road, right after Al Qubba Street (27 C Street). These are some of the best supermarkets in Dubai, accessible at a short drive.

There are several mosques near Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai. They include Mohammad Bin Butti Al Samoli Masjid, Masjid Abu Ayub Al Ansari and Matar Bin Abid Mosque.

There are a couple of Christian worship groups that gather in the community such as the ‘friends churches’ of Debi Hammerle and Josefina y Marcelo. For a more formal setting, or for denominational preferences, Christian residents can travel to churches such as Fellowship Church Dubai and Dubai South Seventh Day Adventist Church, located at a distance of 11 to 13 minutes.

Other places of worship include the Mahamevnawa Buddhist Temple and Shri Krishna Haveli, both on 51 St.

Schools near Umm Suqeim 2 include the following:

• Collegiate American School
• Hind Bint Maktoum School
• Emirates International School – Jumeirah

Collegiate American School, formerly known as Raffles International School, is a private school offering the US curriculum, whereas Hind Bint Mohammed School is a co-education public school. Emirates International School is another excellent school for boys and girls, located just 6 minutes away from the sub-community. Moreover, nurseries near Umm Suqeim 2 include:

• Budding Kids Nursery
• Children’s Oasis Nursery
• Dovecote Nursery

Other nurseries located near Umm Suqeim 2 include Willow Children’s Nursery and Odyssey Nursery (formerly Rising Stars Nursery). Parents with children who have learning difficulties or who face challenges in early development can get them enrolled at The Developing Child Centre (TDCC) on 26 Samari Street.

There’s also an Al-Salam Islamic Centre in the neighbourhood for those interested in religious education. As for students seeking higher education, Knowledge Village is just 17 minutes away from Umm Suqeim 2, where one can find several excellent universities.

Hospitals and clinics near Umm Suqeim 2 include:

• London Dubai Medical Clinic and Hospital
• Umm Suqeim Medical Center
• King’s Jumeirah Medical Centre

The first two healthcare institutions are located on Jumeirah Beach Road, whereas King Jumeirah’s Hospital is located on 37B street. For pet owners, there’s also on Al Safa Veterinary Clinic nearby on Al Wasl Road before Choithrams.

Nearby pharmacies include Supercare Pharmacy, BinSina Pharmacy and Aster Al Musalla Pharmacy.

Nearby areas include:

• Al Safa
• Al Quoz
• Al Manara

The sub-community is also located close to the Al Manara Road that runs between Umm Suqeim 1 and 2 and provides access to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11). Through E11, residents can also reach the Al Quoz area.

There is no lack of shopping facilities in the sub-community. There are several community malls near Umm Suqeim 2, such as:

• Al Souq Shopping Complex
• The Mall
• Le Chocola

Residents can drive to these malls within 5 minutes and access a range of retail outlets, restaurants and supermarkets. Not to mention, Mall of the Emirates, one of the best malls in Dubai, is just 10 minutes away from the sub-community.

Mall of the Emirates features the best retail and fashion brands from across the world. It is also one of the premier leisure and amusement spots in Dubai, known particularly for its large indoor ski resort where visitors can engage in skiing and snowboarding.

Both residents and visitors can visit a line-up of interesting cafes and restaurants near Umm Suqeim 2 along Jumeirah Beach Road. These include:

• Filli Cafe
• La Vedette
• Daily Fresh
• Brew Cafe
• Surf Cafe
• Depresso Cafe
• Ailuromania Cat Cafe

Note that Cafe de la Danse on Al Wasl Road, as the name implies, is not a coffee place but a dance studio.

Seafood lovers can head to the Bu Qtair fish restaurant. The seating arrangement may not suit everyone (it’s practically plastic chairs on the sand), but you get fresh fish and pretty decent seafood experience.

Umm Suqeim 2 is also close to the McDonald’s drive-thru on Jumeirah Road where you will also find a Starbucks drive-thru, the first outlet of the brand in Dubai. It also features a large indoor and outdoor seating area.

Other eateries in the community include:

• Rohan
• Subway
• Overdose
• Tent Jumeirah
• Origami Sushi Fusion

There’s also a Mister Baker and a Blends Juice Bar located within Umm Suqeim 2.

As already mentioned, the sub-community is an ocean-facing residential community with plenty of beaches near Umm Suqeim 2, such as Jumeirah Beach, Umm Suqeim Night Swimming Beach and Public Beach.

Umm Suqeim Beach and other smaller beaches are walking distance from the community and offer various water-based activities. Those who just love to swim can access the community pools in Umm Suqeim 2.

Landmarks of the community include:

• Public beach
• Park
• Fishing harbour

Enthusiasts can head to the Jumeirah Fishing Harbour (also known as Dubai Fishing Harbour), less than 15 minutes away from Umm Suqeim 2. This is a peaceful place where you will find a restaurant and a fish market as well.

Residents can also go to Dubai Offshore Sailing Club, 7 minutes away from the sub-community in Umm Suqeim 1. This is an excellent place who want to sail or learn how to. There’s also a nice selection of food and drinks at the club.

Yet another leisure destination near Umm Suqeim 2 is Madinat Jumeirah on 6 King Salma Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street. This is a luxury resort with a private beach.

Those who love skating can head to XDubai Skatepark in Umm Suqeim 1, which features a 3,100 sq. ft. large bowl with a 3.2-metre drop. Also in the same sub-community is the Wire World Adventure Parks course. The place features a zip line, bungee platform and a Tarzan swing for those who want to experience the thrill of wire climbing.

The community of Umm Suqeim 2 promotes an outdoor and active lifestyle. There are a couple of green spaces and public parks in the neighbourhood, along with jogging and cycling tracks.

Nearby gyms include:

• Power Plate Fitness Center
• Fitness 360 Ladies Club
• Military Fit JBRT

These fitness centres can be reached within 10 minutes drive by car. Power Plate Fitness Center is located at Al Wasl Road near Union Coop supermarket and Fitness 360 Ladies Club is located at Al Wasl Road, Al Manara. Military Fit JBRT is located at 99 2 C Street, Umm Suqeim, Jumeirah 3.

There are also a couple of salons in the neighbourhood, such as:

• Pastels Salon Jumeirah
• Salon Ink
• Avant and Apres

There is also a sprinkling of spa centres around the residential community.

There are several locations in and around Umm Suqeim 2 where residents can visit to engage in community events throughout the year. Madinat Jumeirah, for instance, is a popular place for Christmas and New Year’s celebrations.

Residents can stay connected online via ‘Jumeirah, Al Wasl, Umm Suqeim residents Dubai’ Facebook group. Another group is ‘Umm Suqeim & Jumeirah Women’

For those who can afford the price tag, Umm Suqeim 2 offers a luxurious lifestyle in one of the best locations in Dubai. The community has excellent amenities for young couples and families, especially in terms of schools and hospitals. Quick access to beaches is the highlight of the community. Of course, expats and other foreign investors cannot buy property in Umm Suqeim 2.

It is a sub-community of the Umm Suqeim area located along Jumeirah Road.

One can easily find apartments, spacious villas, villa compounds and residential plots in the area.

You can choose to stay at Beach Walk Boutique Hotel. It is a 3-star hotel located at Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah Street, next to Umm Suqeim. It is reachable at a 4-minute drive by car.

• Located on Jumeirah Road along Umm Suqeim 1 and Umm Suqeim 3
• Near Al Manara, Al Safa and Al Quoz areas
• It takes 20 minutes to reach Downtown Dubai
• Dubai International Airport is 25 minutes away