Life in The Springs: ideal living or too central?
Have you been thinking of upgrading from your apartment to a villa, but still want to be fairly close to the town centre? The Springs could be just what you’re looking for. The Springs is a gated community developed by the famed master-developer Emaar, with a solid selection of quaint family-friendly villas. If you are thinking of moving to this popular residential development, our guide to the pros and cons of living in The Springs represents essential reading.
PROS OF LIVING IN THE SPRINGS
The Springs is one of the most popular villa communities in Dubai and home to over 4,500 homes. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why living in The Springs is such a popular choice in Dubai.
A PRIME LOCATION
One of the biggest benefits of living in The Springs is that it enjoys a prime location in Dubai. While many of the other villa communities are located in more secluded spots, The Springs is just a 5-minute drive to the Dubai Marina. This makes it a great choice for those working in Media City, Internet City and Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT).
The community is also easily accessible by several main highways in the emirate, including Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), Al Khail Road (E44) and Emirates Road (E611).
COMMUNITY LIVING
The Springs is a gated community and one of the biggest perks of living in such a community, besides the safety, is the fact that there is a sense of neighbourhood. Socialising and building an acquaintance with the neighbours is not always a possibility in Dubai for various reasons. But The Springs has an active community life with regular events to bring residents and their families together.
If you have children, this is a great place for them to meet kids of a similar age and spend time in the many children’s play areas.
CALM-INDUCING AREA
Another perk of living in The Springs is that it emanates calmness and peace thanks to its picturesque lakes, boundless greenery and lush green parks. Owing to this fact, the community attract tenants and investors from far and wide.
PET-FRIENDLY
An additional benefit of living in The Springs is the pet-friendly nature of the neighbourhood. Your furry friends are welcome in the community and will enjoy the wide-open spaces and picturesque walks around the development.
ABUNDANCE OF FACILITIES
The Springs has all of the amenities and facilities that you would expect from a well-planned neighbourhood.
- There are swimming pools, gyms, landscaped gardens, barbecue areas and sports facilities including basketball courts and more.
- The Springs is also home to the sandy-coloured, beautiful Masjid Wahid and offers easy access to the United Christian Church of Dubai and Shiva Temple.
- Parents renting or investing in The Springs can look at Dubai British School in The Springs 3 or Emirates International School in The Meadows and the Raffles Nursery in The Springs Town Centre to cater to their kids. Notable higher educational institutions near the community include Michigan University Dubai, the American University of Dubai and the University of Wollongong.
- When it comes to supermarkets, there is a Spinney’s outlet in The Springs. Those willing to check out other options can pay a visit to Choithrams and Geant in The lake and The Meadows communities.
- The Springs also ensure top-notch patient care, offering access to nearby clinics and hospitals. In case of any medical emergency, residents can visit Medicare Clinic in The Meadows, Saudi German Hospital and Al Zahra Hospital in Al Barsha.
OPTIONS FOR FUN AND RECREATION
The Springs is a quintessential community in Dubai. There is an array of leisure and entertainment facilities for people of all ages within and near the community.
- Shopaholics can pop over to the Springs Souk. Spread over three levels, the souk is home to around 100 retail and F&B outlets, as well as exciting pop-ups and eclectic kiosks.
- Foodies can head to plenty of cafes and restaurants in the Springs Souk, as well as in neighbouring communities like Emirates Hills, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and DIFC.
- Those who need a dose of sun, soak and sun can head to JBR Beach, located ten minutes away from The Springs, Dubai.
- The area is also a golfers’ paradise, providing access to Montgomerie Golf Course and the Emirates Golf Club.
REASONABLY-PRICED VILLAS
While there are plenty of reasons to rent in The Springs, the biggest attraction for moving here are the properties themselves. The villas in The Springs are distributed across 15 sub-communities (The Springs 1 to The Springs 15) and are mostly 2, 3 and 4-bedroom units.
Some of the villas in The Springs comes with beautiful lake views while others are located closer to the main roads. The villa community is also a great location for investments. The freehold villas for sale in The Springs are reasonably priced and offer good ROI (return on investment), which is why they are frequently featured on the list of best places to buy villas in Dubai.
Even when it comes to maintenance fees, the houses in The Springs have some of the most modest charges compared to other prolific villa developments in the city.
As per Bayut & dubizzle’s annual sales market report for 2021, The Springs is one of the top five communities to buy affordable villas in Dubai. The average cost of 3-bedroom villas for sale in The Springs is AED 2.7M, whereas 4 and 5-bedroom houses in The Spring cost AED 3.4M and AED 5.9M respectively.
Planning to rent a house in The Springs instead? The average rent for a 3-bedroom villa is AED 148k, whereas, for larger 4 and 5-bedroom units, it averages at AED 177k and AED 253k, as per the trends shared in Bayut & dubizzle’s Dubai Rental Market Report for 2021. Here is a list of some communities where you can rent villas in The Springs.
CONS OF LIVING IN THE SPRINGS
There are many reasons that make The Springs such a popular community, but there are a few things to consider before packing your bags and moving to the location.
LACK OF APARTMENTS
The Springs doesn’t feature studios or 1 to 3-bed apartments. Bachelors and couples looking for an apartment in the community may have to find it elsewhere. There are several areas in Dubai to buy affordable flats.
NO METRO ACCESS
One of the things to consider, if you rely on public transportation, is the fact that The Springs is not currently connected to the metro line. However, other metro stations, including DMCC Metro Station, Nakheel Metro Station and DAMAC Properties Metro Station are located nearby.
OLDER PROPERTIES
The properties in The Springs are older compared to villas in JVC, Mudon and The Lakes. There is also little variety in terms of the architecture of the villas, which can be monotonous if you are someone who prefers to have a unique looking home.
FAQs ABOUT LIFESTYLE IN THE SPRINGS AND MORE
WHERE IS THE SPRINGS LOCATED?
The Springs is nestled near the city’s leisure and entertainment hub, Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR).
HOW MANY VILLAS ARE IN THE SPRINGS?
The Springs is home to around 4,800 terraced and semi-detached houses. Investors can buy spacious units across these villa communities in The Springs.
That brings an end to our review of life in The Springs. The development is one of the most popular areas in Dubai with pools. We hope this article helps you decide your next move!
If you are on the lookout for other similar communities for renting or buying a house, look at the pros and cons of living in Arabian Ranches, one of the most prominent villa communities in the emirate.
