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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:35

@ gleek:exactly what i am luking for as well but i am going to check it out this afternoon.Will put an update...

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:34

Yeah I know...but I was really hoping for a closed community where my son can ride a bike and I can take a walk on, you know, sidewalks! :) I definitely need to get out there and see what's available...my search is admittedly based on my perception of lifestyle vs. actual living. I do think they are WAY overpriced, but so is Festival City where I live now. Sigh...and the search continues. Yes, a closed community is definitely better if you have small children. Lots of kids are seen riding their bikes around. I don't have small children so that wasn't in my criteria when looking. Good luck with your search.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:32

Yeah I know...but I was really hoping for a closed community where my son can ride a bike and I can take a walk on, you know, sidewalks! :) I definitely need to get out there and see what's available...my search is admittedly based on my perception of lifestyle vs. actual living. I do think they are WAY overpriced, but so is Festival City where I live now. Sigh...and the search continues.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:29

@TashaB Do you think that the leasing office is simply using the "we are full" or "waiting list" tactic to keep the prices higher than market and to make it more enticing to live there? Possibly Gleek but who knows? Having lived there, I really don't think the villas are worth the price they are asking. I'm now in a 5 bedroom villa on a compound of 6, with a shared swimming pool, bigger bedrooms, bigger maid's room and bigger kitchen but a smaller lounge and I'm now paying AED100,000. If you are keen on Shorooq, it may be better going down in person and speaking with them.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:26

couple of months ago i saw a shorooq villa 4 bed for rent direct from owner so is it possible to lease it other than from salwan,My current contract expires in 2 months but i wouldnt mind moving in immediately if i can find one.Tasha do you know someone in shorooq who has leased a property like this... Nope sorry. Wasn't aware that some villas might be privately owned.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:25

@TashaB Do you think that the leasing office is simply using the "we are full" or "waiting list" tactic to keep the prices higher than market and to make it more enticing to live there?

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:25

There was a small play area at the back of the house I was in but it wasn't much and as for pools, a neighbour told me that when she had asked the Landlord company had now decided that pools were now not going to be built but you might want to check that out.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:24

couple of months ago i saw a shorooq villa 4 bed for rent direct from owner so is it possible to lease it other than from salwan,My current contract expires in 2 months but i wouldnt mind moving in immediately if i can find one.Tasha do you know someone in shorooq who has leased a property like this...

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:21

Do they have any play area for the kids i have a 4 year old and any idea wen the pools goin to be ready.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:06

i just called them and they said no chance of finding a 3 bed coz their waiting list is too long... That's a shame and I'm surprised that there's such a long waiting list. There 3 villas that came up just in our street alone and I bet that a lot more will be coming up soon as we I first moved in, Shorooq was very empty but started filling up in the next 2 to 3 months after and therefore, I imagine that quite a few will be vacating. Whilst the villas are nicely built, I do think they are overpriced in that there are no facilities within such a large compound such as a swimming pool. I found a much better deal and for a lot less, also in Mirdif.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 12:05

i just called them and they said no chance of finding a 3 bed coz their waiting list is too long... Stay persistent and call them weekly like I will. Really, I've been on the list for months and have never heard from them. Good luck!

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:59

i just called them and they said no chance of finding a 3 bed coz their waiting list is too long...

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:54

Hi there I've just checked my old Tenancy Contract and Salwan Property Management's (the Landlord) number is 800 Salwan (725926) and email is [email protected] I heard that there was a waiting list for the villas but don't quote me. However, I noticed that quite a few villas (including 3 bedroom ones) were being vacated, so it might be worth contacting them anyhow. Good luck Yes, there is a waiting list...but I think it's more of an interest list. And it's not really working since I've entered on it several times, and have never once been called (for MONTHS!) LOL. I call them about once a month. Good to hear there are 3 bedroom villas opening up though...better change my calling frequency to weekly!

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:50

Hi there I've just checked my old Tenancy Contract and Salwan Property Management's (the Landlord) number is 800 Salwan (725926) and email is [email protected] I heard that there was a waiting list for the villas but don't quote me. However, I noticed that quite a few villas (including 3 bedroom ones) were being vacated, so it might be worth contacting them anyhow. Good luck You're welcome. Just re-read the Contract and Salwan is in fact the Manager (who you would need to contact) and it's Dubai Properties who is the Landlord thanks a lot

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:46

Hi there I've just checked my old Tenancy Contract and Salwan Property Management's (the Landlord) number is 800 Salwan (725926) and email is [email protected] I heard that there was a waiting list for the villas but don't quote me. However, I noticed that quite a few villas (including 3 bedroom ones) were being vacated, so it might be worth contacting them anyhow. Good luck thanks a lot

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:42

Hi there I've just checked my old Tenancy Contract and Salwan Property Management's (the Landlord) number is 800 Salwan (725926) and email is [email protected] I heard that there was a waiting list for the villas but don't quote me. However, I noticed that quite a few villas (including 3 bedroom ones) were being vacated, so it might be worth contacting them anyhow. Good luck

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:38

I'll do you one better as I have just asked Shorooq (we are looking there too). There are currently 2 4bedroom villas available. They are both renting for k. It will take 2 weeks for the villa to be painted/cleaned and ready for move-in. In that 2 weeks time, they do the application process (copies of documents, signing papers, etc). Hope that helps! We are looking for a 3 bedroom...so not good for us. :( thanks for the info even i am luking out for 3 bed...if not available would consider 4 bed too.

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Ive got your email will pass it on, you can now delete.

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:35

I'll do you one better as I have just asked Shorooq (we are looking there too). There are currently 2 4bedroom villas available. They are both renting for $155k. It will take 2 weeks for the villa to be painted/cleaned and ready for move-in. In that 2 weeks time, they do the application process (copies of documents, signing papers, etc). Hope that helps! We are looking for a 3 bedroom...so not good for us. :(

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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 11:32

Ive let tasha know you are asking after her. thank you sooooo muchhhhh salsB,appreciate your help,thanks again.

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Ive let tasha know you are asking after her.

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