about Academic City

Academic City is a residential free-zone in Dubai built as a hub for university education, offering townhouses, villas and twin villas alongside educational institutions.

Developed in 2007 as a university town by TECOM Group, Academic City sits on Dubai-Al Ain Road and functions as a residential free-zone serving academic institutions. The area hosts numerous colleges and universities, creating a community with a student-focused character and a substantial permanent academic presence.

The neighbourhood supports student life through retail facilities, dining establishments, and various recreational programming including sports tournaments and entertainment activities throughout the year. Medical facilities, supermarkets and other essential services are accessible within the community, providing daily convenience for residents.

The residential stock comprises townhouses, villas and twin villas designed in compound configurations that offer space and privacy. The area maintains relatively accessible living costs compared to other Dubai neighbourhoods, reflecting its position as a university residential community.

Useful Information about Academic City

Academic City has 2 projects for sale by 2 developers, with starting prices from AED 4.00M.

The homes on offer are townhouses and villas.

Academic City

  • 2 projects for sale: 2 off plan, 0 ready.
  • Starting prices from AED 4.00M to AED 4.20M; the median starting price is AED 4.10M.
  • On average AED 1,032 per sq ft, 44% below Dubai as a whole.
  • Property types: townhouses and villas.
  • Layouts from 3 bedrooms to 7 bedrooms.
  • Handovers planned in 2029.

Developers in Academic City

Amenities in the projects

Indoor pool, Landscaped gardens, Gym, Restaurants and cafés, Children's play area, 24-hour security, Tennis court, Infinity pool, Barbecue area and Games room.

Off plan projects in Academic City

From the projects in Academic City:

  • Emirates Road: 1 min drive
  • Al Ain Road: 2 min drive
  • Dubai-Al Ain Road: 2 min drive
  • Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road: 5 min drive
  • Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road: 5 min drive
  • Metro - Blue Line: 5 min drive
  • Silicon Central Mall: 10 min drive
  • Dubai Safari Park: 11 min drive
  • IMG World of Adventure: 13 min drive
  • Dubai Creek Harbour: 15 min drive
  • Global Village: 15 min drive
  • Dubai International Airport: 17 min drive

How many new projects are there in Academic City?

We show 2 projects in Academic City: 2 off plan and 0 ready.

What does a home in Academic City cost?

Starting prices of the projects in Academic City run from AED 4.00M to AED 4.20M.

Which developers are building in Academic City?

Danube Properties and Binghatti Developers.

When are the projects in Academic City handed over?

The off plan projects are handed over in 2029.

Looking for directions to Academic City? Here is the map of Academic City.

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