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Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide

Explore a community area close to significant landmarks like the Burj Al Arab Hotel, Wild Wadi Water Park, and Jumeirah Hotel.

Posted on

26 June 2019

Last updated on 6 January 2020
Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide

Close to Umm Suqeim 1, Umm Suqeim 2 and Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim 3 is part of a large district in the middle of Dubai.

Umm Suqeim 3 houses large residential areas with lavish villas and dynamic townhouses, perfect for expats and Emiratis with large families. The neighborhood is conveniently close to some of Dubai’s biggest landmarks and is just a few minutes away from the beach.

Those seeking a suburban, family-centric lifestyle can look to the shops, cafes, restaurants, and entertainment options in the vicinity.

Where is Umm Suqeim 3?

Public transport in Umm Suqeim 3

  • Wild Wadi 1
  • Dubai Police Academy 1
  • Dubai Police Academy 2
  • Umm Suqeim, Etisalat
  • Umm Suqeim, Junction
  • Wasl Road, Enoc 1
  • Wasl Road, Enoc 2
  • TV Relay Station 1
  • TV Relay Station 2

Commute times by car from Umm Suqeim 3

You can reach the following from Umm Suqeim 3:

  • To Dubai International Airport: 25 minutes
  • To Sheikh Zayed Road: 11 minutes
  • To Burj Khalifa: 19 minutes
  • To Kite Beach: 10 minutes
  • To Mall of The Emirates: 7 minutes

Amenities and facilities in Umm Suqeim 3

  • Wild Wadi Waterpark
  • Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
  • Raffles International School
  • Kings’ School Dubai
  • Kids Palace Nursery
  • Masterminds Nursery
  • Al Jalila Cultural Center for Children
  • Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes
  • Emirates NBD
  • The Mall
  • Thailand Consulate Dubai
  • The Emirates Academy of Hospitality and Management

Extending along the coastline of Umm Suqeim 3 are some of the hottest destinations in Dubai as well as a variety of best eats. With such an abundance of amenities, it's well worth the return for your accommodation money.

The selection of schools and nurseries in Umm Suqeim makes it a great place for families with little ones. The Jalila Cultural Center for Children also provides a safe and creative space for enriching visual and performing arts. For more education options in Dubai, you can find the nearest one to you through our dedicated guide to Dubai's nurseries and schools.

Whether you prefer a relaxing beach environment or you're the adventurous sort, Jumeirah public beach and Wild Wadi Park are both less than 10 minutes away.

What's life like in Umm Suqeim 3?

  • Beach-loving expat residents and Emiratis during the day and night
  • Pet owners going for walks with their dogs
  • People enjoying the various amenities in the neighbourhood
  • Children going to and from school

Umm Suqeim living is posh, but a peaceful one. Residents enjoy a casual pace where you'll find people dropping their children to school, enjoying the nearby beach, jogging on the beach track or around the neighborhood, enjoying a meal or coffee at several eateries in the area, or running errands.

It gets more active further out of the suburbs and towards the main roads where the area comes alive with their bustling, popular tourist spots.

Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide
Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide

Umm Suqeim 3 by day

Throughout the day, most people are at work and children are dropped off to school on the way as Umm Suqeim 3 offers a good selection of nurseries.

Before the high, sunny afternoons, you'll always find active people walking their dogs, spending time at the gym, or jogging on the beach track and taking in the stunning ocean views.

During the summer season, day time is typically quiet, but activity starts to pick up in the late afternoons.

Umm Suqeim 3 by night

By the late afternoons to nighttime, the area gets busier as parents and children are returning home from their day. Traffic tends to pick up near the landmarks of Umm Suqeim 3, particularly near the shopping center, schools, nurseries, supermarkets, roads towards the beaches, etc.

After 8 PM and towards the late evening, the activity begins to lessen. Roads become quiet again and occasionally have people taking advantage of the cooler night air with a late jog, stroll, or to drink some tea at the outdoor dining spots.

Who lives in Umm Suqeim 3?

  • Professionals and their medium to large families
  • UAE nationals
  • Expats

While there are long-time expats living in the area with a mix of different nationalities, the majority of the residential population are Emiratis.

Umm Suqeim 3 serves as an undeniably ideal place to raise children, with the strong community-feel and ease of nearby schools attracting parents and couples looking to start a family.

Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide

Properties for rent and sale in Umm Suqeim 3

Average rental prices in Umm Suqeim 3 are as follows:

  • 3 bedroom villa: AED 180,000
  • 4 bedroom villa: AED 220,000
  • 5 bedroom villa: AED 300,000

Average sales prices for properties in Umm Suqeim 3 are as follows:

  • 3 bedroom villa: AED 3,000,000
  • 4 bedroom villa: AED 8,000,000
  • 5 bedroom villa: AED 16,000,000
  • 6 bedroom villa: AED 30,000,000

What are properties like in Umm Suqeim?

The Umm Suqeim community offers a choice between 3 - 7 bedroom villas with a variety of layouts and sizes, with the grounds ranging from green gardens to lux swimming pools. Most have garages, large balconies, and the bathrooms are often attached to bedrooms. Rooms within the villas and townhouses are generous in space.

Parking is limited as most cars can only park within private property zones. To avoid blocking villa parking spaces and entrances, it's recommended for drivers to park at RTA parking zones, by the beach, or near the amenities in Umm Suqeim.

As Jumeirah public beach and the Burj Al Arab are only a few minutes away by car, a select number of properties enjoy a stunning, scenic sea view, giving the real estates added value in the market.

Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide
Umm Suqeim 3 Area Guide

What are noise levels like in Umm Suqeim 3?

The community is typically very quiet and serene.

There's only the occasional sounds of sports cars revving by, the noise of daily life like kids playing outside their homes, dogs out for a stroll with their owners, and a neighbor having a party.

But with the copious amount of space in the suburban neighborhood and well-built homes, the noises won't be a bother.

 
 

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