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In the UAE, not every community allows you to have dogs or cats. If you are planning to adopt a pet or already have one and want to rent or buy a property in Dubai, this article is for you.
Content:
- The best districts in Dubai to live with pets
- Dubai’s top-5 pet-friendly neighbourhoods
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
- Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT)
- Dubai Sports City (DSC)
- Dubai Hills Estate
- DAMAC Hills 2
- Other pet-friendly communities
The best districts in Dubai to live with pets
For those planning to buy a house or apartment in Dubai, the right infrastructure in place is key: whether there are any specialised parks, playgrounds, veterinary clinics, and shops nearby.
We have drawn up a list of communities that allow pets.
Dubai’s top-5 pet-friendly neighbourhoods
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
Jumeirah Village Circle starts the list of the best pet-friendly communities. This is a quiet area with many green spaces and well-maintained parks. Here, cat and dog owners can rent and buy property. JVC is great for family life with a high level of comfort, quality of life, and a cosy atmosphere.
You can rent a 1-bedroom apartment in Jumeirah Village Circle for an average of AED 51,000 ($14,000) per year. Renting a 3-bedroom villa is more expensive at an average of AED 122,000 ($33,000) per year.
The cost of buying a home in JVC is AED 11,590 ($3,160) per 1 m² and AED 9,340 ($2,540) per 1 m² for apartments and villas respectively.
Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT)
Jumeirah Lake Towers community is known for its picturesque lakes and parks. JLT boasts a relaxed atmosphere, with a variety of mini-markets, high-end clothing shops, and all the amenities of life within walking distance. The neighbourhood is close to JLT and DMCC metro stations and bus stops.
The community has pet grooming salons and veterinary clinics.
You can rent a 1-bedroom apartment in JLT for an average of AED 79,000 ($21,500) per year.
The average purchase price of an apartment in JLT is AED 13,640 ($3,710) per 1 m².
Dubai Sports City (DSC)
There are plenty of pet-friendly residential complexes in Dubai Sports City. The concept of DSC is built on the love for a healthy and active lifestyle so there are many sports facilities here. Different parks and dog walking zones are in the area.
Renting a 3-bedroom villa in the community costs an average of AED 220,000 ($60,000) per year, while renting a 1-bedroom apartment is cheaper, starting at AED 45,000 ($12,500) per year.
The cost of buying a home in DSC is AED 7,530 ($2,050) per 1 m² and AED 14,500 ($3,950) per 1 m² for apartments and villas respectively.
Dubai Hills Estate
The project comprises various sub-communities with a diverse range of properties. It is an upmarket luxury neighbourhood and one of Dubai’s popular golf communities, which is also a great place to raise a family.
Dubai Hills Estate is considered one of the most pet-friendly communities in the world. Because of parks and many areas for walking and training your 4-legged friends, this district can be described as a real dog paradise.
In 2022, the neighbourhood was listed as one of the best communities in Dubai to buy and rent a home. Renting costs an average of around AED 83,000 ($22,500) and AED 320,000 ($7,000) per year for 1-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom villas respectively.
You can buy apartments in the area for AED 18,990 ($5,170) per 1 m² and villas for AED 19,400 ($5,280) per 1 m².
DAMAC Hills 2
DAMAC Hills 2 (also known as Akoya Oxygen) is a great area for families and pet owners. The community boasts an abundance of parks, lush greenery, and areas for walking pets. It offers eco-friendly houses and residences. Some properties have a solar-powered water heating system.
The annual rental price for a 3-bedroom villa costs an average of about AED 79,000 ($21,500). Renting a 1-bedroom apartment is cheaper at AED 44,000 ($12,000) per year.
If you are planning to buy a property, the average price per 1 m² in the neighbourhood is AED 9,620 ($2,620) and AED 8,970 ($4,420) for flats and villas respectively.
Other pet-friendly communities
In Dubai, there are other communities as well where pet owners will find a home for themselves and their pets. These are:
- Palm Jumeirah
- Jumeirah Village Triangle
- Al Barari
- Jumeirah Park
- The Meadows
Even though these communities have pet-friendly status, a lot of things depend on the specific owner and real estate developer. Before you sign a contract, you must check beforehand what types of pets are allowed in a particular house. Emirates.Estate experts will help you find a pet-friendly apartment or villa in Dubai and answer all your questions.
