Zulal, The Lakes

Emaar Properties developed Zulal as a sub-community in the Lakes comprising townhouses and villas. The community offers extensive residential options, with many offering lake views. The development is built amidst Dubai’s famous golf courses, Montgomerie Golf Club and the Emirates Golf Course.

The residential community is close to Dubai Marina, Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City and Knowledge Village. Residents can easily access the city’s popular attractions. For example, Burj Khalifa is approximately 23 minutes away by car.

• 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses and villas
• 302 residential units 
• 36 lake-facing villas
• Gated community with 24-hour security
• Located near Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)

The Lakes community is divided into 6 neighbourhoods. Zulal is a water-front sub-community with 302 units, 36 of which are lake-facing villas.

Popular points of interest near Zulal are:

• Lakes Football Pitch
• Turning Pointe Dance Studio
• Dog Park

The residential area has different types of units featuring  B, C, D, E and F category floor plans

Properties in Zulal include 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses and villas with covered areas ranging from 2,158 sq. ft. to 3,492 sq. ft.

Interested tenants can rent villas in Zulal.

•  The starting price to rent a 3-bedroom villa in Zulal is AED 220k to AED 300k.

Villas for sale in Zulal are ideal for those interested in living in a serene residential community.

• One can expect to pay anywhere between AED 3.2M to AED 4.7M for a 3-bedroom home in Zulal. 
• 4-bedroom villas for sale in Zulal are available for AED 6.5M.

Residents commonly use personal cars for commuting. To access public transportation near Zulal, one must head to The Lakes Turnoff Bus Stop, which is 7 minutes away by car.

Dubai Metro users must reach the Dubai Internet City Metro Station, which is an 8-minute drive away.

Each townhouse and villa has multiple parking spaces in Zulal. You have covered parking space for two cars while there are extra spaces on the street for visitors.

There are many grocery stores and supermarkets near Zulal where residents can find staple items, daily necessities and more. The list includes:

• Aswaaq 
• Zoom 
• Al Maya Supermarket 
• West Zone Fresh Supermarket
• Choithrams

Aswaaq Supermarket is the closest, a 5-minute drive away. The nearest Carrefour outlet is about 20 minutes away.

Residents can reach Hamel Al Gaith Mosque near Zulal in 6 minutes by car. Al Wahid Mosque is a 9-minute drive from the sub-community.

One can easily find places of worship near Zulal. Residents will have to take a short drive to the nearest churches like Fellowship Dubai, Emirates Baptist Church International (EBCI) and City Hill Church Dubai.

Guru Nanak Darbar is approximately 20 minutes away by car, depending on traffic conditions.

Residents have easy access to reputable schools in the emirate, such as:

• Regent International School
• American School of Dubai
• Dubai International Academy – Emirates Hills
• Emirates International School Meadows

Regent International School near Zulal is a 5-minute drive away. The school follows the British curriculum. Dubai International Academy, Emirates Hills and Emirates International School Meadows are renowned institutes that follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The American School of Dubai follows the US curriculum. All of these schools are less than 15 minutes away.

Some nurseries near Zulal are:

• Raffles Nursery
• Jumeirah International Nursery
• Mosaic Nursery 
• Dewdrops Nursery

These are reachable within 15 minutes, depending on the traffic conditions.

The closest clinics and hospitals near Zulal are:

• Saudi German Hospital
• Al Zahra Hospital
• Amanda Surgical Centre, JLT

Saudi German Hospital is the closest, about 10 minutes away.

Clinics near Zulal include American Hospital Clinic in Al Barsha 3, a 12-minute drive.

Zulal is located in the centre of The Lakes community. Residential communities near Zulal are:

• Deema
• Forat
• Maeen
• Ghadeer
• Rayaan

Entertainment destinations nearby include:

• Day and Night Jet Ski – a 14-minute drive to the location
• Monika Khan Club, a 9-minute drive
• Magic Planet – an amusement park

Another entertainment destination near Zulal is Aqua Fun, a 15-minute drive. Wild Wadi Waterpark is a 19-minute drive away from Zulal.

There are many malls near Zulal. The nearest shopping mall is the Green Souq, located in The Greens, an 8-minute drive from the sub-community.

Other malls near Zulal include:

• The Springs Souk
• Mall of the Emirates
• The Dubai Mall

The Springs Souk, approximately 9 minutes from Zulal is a convenient shopping experience, different restaurants, and fitness and entertainment facilities such as Warehouse Gym and Dig It.

Mall of the Emirates is one of Dubai’s most popular shopping hubs. Reachable within approximately 12 minutes by car, it offers an array of experiences and activities to the visitors, retail stores, eateries that range from fast food to upscale cafes, and entertainment options like Ski Dubai, Magic Planet and Vox Cinemas.

Dubai Mall is an all-in-one destination for residents and tourists alike. It features retail stores ranging from local to international brands, casual and upscale dining, and many entertainment options like Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, KidZania and more.

Restaurants near Zulal include:

• Reform Social & Grill – International cuisine
• Nando’s – South African casual
• Wagamama – Japanese cuisine
• Carine Restaurant – French/Mediterranean cuisine
• Qwerty Restaurant – International cuisine

All of these restaurants are less than a 15-minute drive from the neighbourhood. For more options, residents can drive up to Dubai Mall, as the mall has many restaurants with stunning views of the Dubai Fountain and the glittering Burj Khalifa.

There are two beaches near Zulal. You can reach these beaches within 20 minutes or less.

Also, the nearest option, JBR Beach, is a family-favourite spot due to its clear waters, street walk and flea market. The second popular choice is Marina Beach. It is a public beach where you can have a barbeque or even a family picnic.

The closest landmarks are:

• Wall of Old Dubai
• Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
• Al Shindagha Tunnel

The Zulal residential community is close to some notable landmarks of Dubai. It is 36 minutes away from the Wall of Old Dubai, the oldest building in the emirate, which was built in 1787. Then there is Al Fahidi Historic Neighborhood, a district which dates back to the 1890s.

Al Shindagha Tunnel is another landmark close to the residential community.  It is the oldest and busiest tunnel serving almost 50,000 vehicles daily.

Residents living in Zulal stay energetic at the:

• The Lakes football pitch
• Desert Safari
• NRG Fitness

Children can fully utilise the Lakes football pitch for outdoor activities to learn and play football. The most popular activity for many residents and visitors is the Desert Safari. As it has become a must-do activity regardless you’re visiting or living in Dubai.

To keep their fitness regimes on track,  residents of Zulal community can train at NRG Fitness. The facility is an 11-minute drive away from the neighbourhood.

Salons and spas nearby include:

• Reine Ladies Beauty Salon
• Mimosa Beauty Lounge 
• Bellissima Ladies Salon

Reine Ladies Beauty Lounge is the closest to Zulal, approximately 7 minutes away. All of these salons are located within a 10-minute driving distance.

Zulal is located in the heart of The Lakes Community and celebrates many community events such as Christmas, Chinese New Year, Diwali, Halloween, Eid, etc.

Those looking to keep in touch with their fellow community members can join the Meadows, Lakes, Springs Community – Dubai Facebook group.

Living in Zulal is a popular option for families as it is a gated community with 24-hour security. One thing to consider before moving to Zulal is that public transport is limited.

Zulal offers 3 and 4-bedroom villas and townhouses. These villas and townhouses are available for rent/sale.

Bayut has created 2D and 3D Zulal floor plans on the official website.

• Located close to Dubai Internet City
• Emirates Golf Club is a 6-minute drive away 
• Jebel Ali Racecourse is 7 minutes away
• Skydive Dubai is a 12-minute drive away
• Dubai International Airport is a 27-minute drive away