Afnan 3, Dubai Production City

Afnan District is one of the two residential complexes in Midtown, a subcommunity in Dubai Production City. It houses seven buildings that offer freehold residential units. Afnan 3 is a low-rise building in the district with studios and 1 and 2-bedroom apartments.

As a part of a well-developed community, Afnan 3 offers a peaceful lifestyle to its residents. It has a state-of-the-art health club with a fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and steam facilities, a swimming pool and a lap pool. The fitness and sports facilities include jogging tracks, basketball court and tennis court. The complex also has secure playgrounds for children and daycare services. There are several bus stations within walking distance from Afnan 3, providing affordable means of public transportation.

Dubai Production City, formerly known as The International Media Production Zone (IMPZ), is a mixed-use community in Dubai. Developed by the TECOM Group, it is a freehold area with both residential and commercial properties. Apart from the famous City Centre Me’aisem, Dubai Production City houses several schools, mosques and restaurants, providing an easy lifestyle to the people living and/or working there.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Production City
• Developer: Deyaar Properties
• Number of floors: 1 Basement and 10 floors above ground
• Number of units: 80
• Unit type: Studios and 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, BBQ area, play area, tennis court, basketball court, jogging track, daycare

Afnan 3, Dubai Production City, features underground parking with at least one reserved slot for each flat. However, there is no visitor parking in the building; therefore, guests may have to look for free or paid parking slots nearby.

Afnan 3, IMPZ is equipped with high-speed elevators for convenience.

Afnan District is a gated community with 24-hour security. There are CCTV cameras in the common areas monitored by the security staff while doormen guard the building. The maintenance staff ensures that the residence is clean while the electricity and water supply are powered by DEWA.

The complex has BBQ areas where residents can arrange events and get-togethers.

Residents can carry their daily workouts in the fully equipped gymnasium available in Afnan 3.

Multiple in-house facilities in Afnan District offer an ultra-modern lifestyle to its residents. There is a swimming pool and a lap pool in the building where residents can relax. The health care and sports amenities include jogging tracks, basketball court and tennis court. For children, the complex has secure playgrounds and a daycare centre. The restaurants, coffee shops and landscaped open piazza offer several dining options to the people living in the district.

Afnan 3 has a spacious lobby with a reception desk. The cordial staff is available 24-hour to assist residents and guests.

Afnan 3, Dubai Production City has a pet-friendly policy.

The residential units in Afnan 3 come in different floor plans and configurations. You can check out Afnan 3 Floor Plans in 2D and 3D formats on Bayut.

Afnan 3, Dubai, features 80 residential units, divided into studios and 1 and 2-bedroom apartments.

The average built-up area of studio apartments in Afnan 3 is 444 sq. ft. Each studio apartment features a living room with a dining area, an open kitchen, a dressing room and a bathroom with a shower. One of the unique features of these apartments is the presence of spacious terraces.

1-bedroom apartments in Afnan 3 have a surface area of around 660 sq. ft. These 1-bedroom apartments consist of single bedrooms with dressing rooms and en-suite bathrooms. The living and dining areas are spacious and are equipped with open or closed kitchens, powder rooms and balconies. Some flats have terraces in place of balconies.

2-bedroom apartments in Afnan 3 feature an area of around 1,136 sq. ft. Each apartment consists of two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a kitchen, a powder room, a balcony or a terrace.

These figures are based on the services charges for Afnan 3* as per the Dubai Land Department.

There are many different types of Dubai service charges, read up on the service charges guide if you are interested in buying a property in Dubai.

*These charges are subject to change.

Afnan District is situated on the outskirts of Dubai. However, its proximity to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road offers an easy connection to the other areas of the emirate. There are also many bus stations in the community that provide affordable means of getting around.

There are many bus stations near Afnan 3 where residents can catch desired buses. These are Dubai Production City, Entrance 2 and Dubai Production City F Street 2. These are accessible within a 10-minute walking distance from the building.

Metro stations are not as close to Afnan 3 as bus stops. However, if you prefer to travel via metro, you can catch a train from Al Furjan Metro station 2, located at a 17-minute driving distance. You can find out more about the routes and fares on Bayut’s Dubai Metro Guide.

Apart from the eateries in the district itself, there are several restaurants and cafes near Afnan 3 that serve various cuisines. Some of these are:

• The Big Wok
• Danat Restaurant
• Stage Sky Bar and Lounge
• Nassau

Residents can find many casual dining restaurants within a 10-minute drive. Most of them have both dine-in and delivery options. People can also consider restaurants in Dubai Sports City as it is located at a 15-minute drive to Afnan 3. If you are looking for fast-food chains in the area, you can find outlets of Hardees, McDonald’s, Subway and Texas Chicken within 15 minutes, by car.

For residents who are planning to visit upscale restaurants in the city can consider the following options:

• The Cavendish Restaurant
• Eauzone 
• Pierchic

Most of the fine dining restaurants in Dubai are situated in Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah and DIFC. Therefore residents will have to take a drive of 20 to 25 minutes to reach there. There are also many upscale restaurants in Dubai with private dining. These have reserved tables where you and your guests can enjoy your meals in a cosy setting. To enjoy the authentic taste of renowned chefs worldwide, you can find many Michelin Star restaurants in Dubai such as Rhodes W1 by Gary Rhodes, Nobu by Nobu Matsuhisa and Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen and Bar.

• Danat Supermarket
• New W Mart Supermarket
• Carryfood Minimart

Afnan 3, Midtown has many supermarkets within its vicinity, particularly within a 10-minute drive. The closest one is Danat Supermarket which is at a 3-minute drive. Some nearest grocery stores are RP11 and Greens Minimart. People who want to buy their essentials from the famous supermarkets in Dubai can find an outlet of W Mart Supermarket at a 7-minute drive, Spinneys at a 13-minute drive and Al Maya at a 15-minute drive.

• Afnan 1
• Dania 2
• Dania 3

Afnan 3 is a part of Midtown which is a subcommunity in Dubai Production City. As Midtown features two districts, namely Dania and Afnan, you can find the buildings from these complexes in the vicinity of Afnan 3. Both districts feature studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with similar amenities. However, if you are looking for more housing options in Dubai Production City, you can consider buildings such as Lakeside IMPZ, Lago Vista, Crescent Towers and Centrium Towers. You can check out their properties (both for rent and sale) on Bayut.

• City Centre Me’aisem
• JBR Beach
• Dubai International Stadium

Being situated in Dubai Production City, Afnan 3 has easy access to the landmarks in Dubai Sports City, JVC and JVT. The famous shopping place in IMPZ known as City Centre Me’aisem is just a 7-minute drive away. Residents who use public transport can take the F34 bus from Production City Entrance 2 to reach the mall. People who are fond of sports activities can find many options within a 15-minute drive, including Dubai International Stadium, The Els Club and Jumeirah Golf Estate Club House. There is also Dubai Autodrome at a 16-minute drive where residents can enjoy different types of motorsports. Residents who want to relax on beaches may have to travel at least 20 minutes by car to reach the nearest ones. The options are JBR Beach, Marina Beach and Jumeirah Beach.

Afnan 3 offers a comfortable lifestyle away from the bustling city street noises. Its in-house amenities feature a perfect balance of health and peace. The only setback is that Afnan District does not offer larger units with more than three bedrooms. Therefore if you are a large family, you might have to look for bigger properties in the nearby areas.