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Your guide to living in Dubai Sports City

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Your guide to living in Dubai Sports City

Things just keep getting better in Dubai Sports City (DSC). This mixed residential and sporting entertainment community provides a wonderful hub for sports enthusiasts. Dubai Sports City is centred around five key sports complexes, with stadiums, fitness facilities, training grounds, and academies. The Dubai International Stadium is the crowning glory putting DSC on the international sporting map. For sports lovers, Dubai Sports City offers world-class training academies in rugby, cricket, swimming, football, and golf. The ICC Academy stands out as the sole training complex globally to provide South Asian, English, and Australian practice turf. The Harmon family legacy in golf coaching continues with the Claude Harmon Performance Golf Academy, the only Harmon school outside the US.


 

Community Overview

While DSC caters to sports enthusiasts, it also provides charming family properties. Victory Heights offers homes suitable for small and large families, ranging from three to six bedrooms. Additionally, studios and smaller apartments cater to single professionals and couples.

Conveniently located near Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, Dubai Sports City lacks metro stations but compensates with proximity to essential amenities, supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, parks, green spaces, community centers, children's play areas, and cycling/jogging paths.

Two mosques are strategically placed near the DSC Head Office and Grand Horizon 2 Building, ensuring a well-rounded community experience.

 

 

Residential Highlights

Victory Heights, nestled among The Els Club fairways, features nearly 1000 villas and townhouses across eight villages. Sevilla Village, a recent addition, offers 89 townhouses.

 

Canal Residence West, with its five grand towers along the canal promenade, accommodates a diverse community of 500 families. Inspired by different schools of classic architecture, the towers house various amenities on the ground floor. Spanish Andalusian and Arabian, are ideally located in the centre of Dubai Sports City.

 

Your Living Options

 

DSC residents can choose from villa communities in Victory Heights or opt for apartment buildings, providing studio to three-bedroom options. Elite Sports Residence, with ten towers, offers fully furnished accommodation, showcasing diverse architecture and amenities due to different developers. Victory Heights homes usually have three bedrooms or more, along with nice gardens, pools, parks, and lots of space.


 

Townhouse Average Sales Price

Type

Average Price (AED) as of Jan 2024

3 Bedroom

3,648,000

4 Bedroom

3,845,000

5 Bedroom

4,400,000

Source: Property Monitor

 

Villa Average Sales Price

Type

Average Price (AED) as of Jan 2024

3 Bedroom

3,256,000

4 Bedroom

3,667,000

5 Bedroom

7,640,000

6 Bedroom

15,000,000

Source: Property Monitor

 

Apartments Average Sales Price

Type

Average Price (AED)

Studio

449,000

1 Bedroom

753,000

2 Bedroom

1,078,000

3 Bedroom

1,400,000

Source: Property Monitor
 

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Townhouse Average Rental Price

Type

Average Rent (AED)

3 Bed

229,900

4 Bed

218,000

5 Bed

178,000

Source: Property Monitor

 

Villa Average Rental Price

Type

Average Rent (AED)

3 Bed

195,000

4 Bed

350,000

5 Bed

383,000

Source: Property Monitor

 

Apartment Average Rental Price

Type

Average Rent (AED)

Studio

35,000

1 Bed

48,000

2 Bed

69,000

3 Bed

87,000

Source: Property Monitor

 

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Amenities

 

Sporting Complexes

Dubai Sports City’s commitment to sports excellence is not only evident in its top-tier facilities but in the array of sports clubs and academies it hosts. Here are some of the sporting facilities. 

 

Dubai International Stadium

Dubai International Stadium is a multi-purpose venue that has hosted international cricket matches, including the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Pakistan Super League (PSL). It's known for its state-of-the-art facilities and has been a significant venue in the global cricketing circuit since its inauguration in 2009. Aside from sporting events, the stadium is also a setting for concerts and festivals in the community.

 

The Els Club Golf Course

The Els Club Golf Course in Dubai is a really cool place to play golf,  designed by a famous golfer named Ernie Els. The course is known for being challenging, with lots of interesting features like sand dunes and beautiful views of the desert. It's not just about golf, though. The clubhouse and other facilities are super nice, too. If you love golf or just want to try something new, the Els Club is definitely worth checking out!

 

LaLiga Academy

The LaLiga Academy is a place where football dreams come true! It's like a special school in Dubai, where kids can learn how to play the game like the pros. The academy is linked with LaLiga, which is a famous football league in Spain. They have expert coaches who teach all the skills needed to become a great player. It's not just about playing games, they also focus on things like fitness and strategy. Whether you're a beginner or already pretty good at soccer, the LaLiga Academy is an awesome place to improve your skills and have fun!
 

Other notable facilities include ICC Academy, Claude Harmon III Performance Golf Academy, and ICC Academy

 

Schools

 

The emphasis on education within DSC ensures that families have access to quality education without venturing far from home. Here are the school options in DSC.

 

  • Wonder Years Nursery
  • Victory Heights Primary School
  • Dwight School Dubai
  • Renaissance School
  • IDEA Learning Centre

 

Restaurants

The dining experience in Dubai Sports City is a journey offering an array of flavors to satisfy diverse palates. All restaurants in Dubai Sports City are child-friendly, however, only The Els Club allows pets.

 

  • Big Easy Bar & Grill
  • The Greenroom
  • Kickers Sports Bar
  • Copper Kettle


 

Shopping

Although there’s no mall in Dubai Sports City, shopping still stays on the menu. You can shop til you drop in these closest malls; City Centre Me'aisem in Dubai Production City and First Avenue Mall in Motor City. Both are around 9 minutes drive away. But if you’re looking for a more immersive experience Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Marina Mall are among the top shopping destinations to explore. These malls are around 20 minutes drive from DSC.

 

Hotels

There are several hotels in and around  Dubai Sports City.

 

Within Dubai Sports City:

  • Emirates Sports Hotel & Hotel Apartments
  • Treppan Hotel and Suites by Fakhruddin

 

Around Dubai Sports City:

  • Ghaya Grand Hotel
  • Element
  • Aloft
  • Four Points by Sheraton


 

Getting around

While driving is convenient, public transport options are also well-established. Dubai Metro is an effective way to go around the city connected by RTA Buses.
 

RTA Bus Numbers Servicing Dubai Sports City

F34 from Dubai Internet City Metro Station

F37 from MOE Metro Station

F38 from Jumeirah Golf Estate Metro Station

 

 

Life in Dubai Sports City

Dubai Sports City is a dynamic community that caters to both sports enthusiasts and families. With top-tier sports facilities, diverse residential options like Victory Heights and Canal Residence West, and proximity to essential amenities and schools, it offers a balanced lifestyle. While shopping options are nearby, the community also features a range of hotels. With efficient public transport options like RTA buses and Dubai Metro, getting around is a breeze. Whether you're into sports, family living, or exploring the city, Dubai Sports City has something to offer everyone.


 

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