ABOUT DUBAI STUDIO CITY
Dubai Studio City is a media-centric free zone community developed by TECOM Investments, spanning over 22 million sq. ft. It was launched in 2005 and is strategically located along Al Qudra Road (D63) and Hessa Street (D61), with easy access to Motor City, Arabian Ranches and surrounding residential districts. It combines commercial media hubs with residential towers offering apartments for rent and sale.
IN A NUTSHELL
- Founded and developed by TECOM Investments
- Free economic zone focused on media, film and broadcasting
- Freehold residential and commercial buildings
- Residential apartments (studios to 3-beds)
- Located along Al Qudra Road (D63) with good road access
- Near Arabian Ranches, Motor City and Dubai Sports City
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Dubai Studio City is a mixed residential and commercial hub with a creative focus. The commercial side hosts media production companies, animation and VFX studios, post-production facilities and broadcasting houses. Residential clusters are mainly low- to mid-rise apartment buildings with landscaped green spaces, community parks, pet-friendly zones and amenities within walking distance. The area is quieter than Dubai’s urban cores but connected to key destinations by road.
PROPERTIES IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
The community’s residential stock is mostly apartments — no villas or townhouses within the core district. Residential developments are generally comprised of:
- Glitz 1, Glitz 2 and Glitz 3 – Mid-rise residential towers with studio to 3-bed units and ground-floor retail.
- Azizi Mirage 1 & Azizi Beach Oasis series – Stylish apartment developments with outdoor amenities.
- Samana Golf Avenue – Residential project with studios to 2-bed apartments.
- Studio 101 – 8-storey apartment building with studios, 1- and 2-bed units.
Apartments typically include balconies, open kitchens, shared pools, gyms and landscaped terraces.
RENTAL TRENDS IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- Studios average around AED 52,000 per year
- 1-bed apartments average AED 75,000 per year
- 2-bed apartments average AED 102,000 per year
- 3-bed apartments average AED 116,000 per year
Rental demand is steady due to Studio City’s proximity to employment hubs and neighbouring residential communities.
SALES TRENDS IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- Studios average around AED 389,000 to AED 416,000 for sale
- 1-bed apartments average AED 594,000
- 2-bed apartments average AED 877,000
- 3-bed apartments average around AED 1,040,000
- Residential plots in Studio City range from AED 4.7M to AED 9.9M (if available)
POPULAR BUILDINGS & DEVELOPMENTS IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- Glitz 3 — High-demand residential tower with studios to 3-beds
- Glitz 1 & Glitz 2 — Mid-rise residential buildings with neighborhood amenities
- Azizi Mirage 1 & Azizi Beach Oasis — Stylish apartment communities
- Samana Golf Avenue — Contemporary residential project
- Studio 101 — Boutique apartment building with shared facilities
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- There are no mosques within Studio City itself; nearby options include Al Eman Mosque and Masjid Salam within a few minutes’ drive.
- Churches are located around Motor City, Al Barsha and Jebel Ali (approx. 15–20 mins drive) including Emirates Baptist Church, The Dubai City Church and St. Thomas Cathedral.
- Hindu temple options such as Guru Darbar Temple or temples in Bur Dubai are accessible within a ~15-25 minute drive.
SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- Nearby nurseries include Jebel Ali Village Nursery, Kinder Castle Nursery, Step By Step Nursery and Building Blocks Nursery.
- Primary & secondary schools nearby: GEMS Metropole School (British), Ranches Primary School (National Curriculum), Jumeirah English Speaking School (British/IB).
- Higher education hubs: Dubai International Academic City and Knowledge Park (e.g., University of Wollongong in Dubai, American University in Dubai) within ~20 mins.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS IN DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- Medicentres & HMC Medical Centre – Multispecialty clinics in Motor City ~5–7 mins away
- Prime Medical Centre – In First Avenue Mall (~5 mins)
- Nearby hospitals: NMC Royal Hospital (Production City), Al Zahra Hospital and Saudi German Hospital (~15–20 mins).
MALLS NEAR DUBAI STUDIO CITY
- First Avenue Mall (Motor City) — ~7 mins drive
- City Centre Me’aisem — ~10–15 mins drive
- Mall of the Emirates — ~15–18 mins drive
- Ibn Battuta Mall and Dubai Mall are reachable within ~25–30 mins.
TRANSPORTATION & CONNECTIVITY
- Located off Al Qudra Road (D63) and Hessa Street (D61) with easy road links to Motor City, Arabian Ranches and central Dubai.
- Public buses (e.g., F30) connect to Mall of the Emirates Metro Station and other hubs.
- No metro station inside the community; taxis and private cars are widely used.
- Approx. 15–25 mins to Dubai Marina, JBR, Mall of the Emirates and major employment areas.
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS / REAL ESTATE OUTLOOK
- Continued expansion of residential developments with new mid-rise projects.
- Steady rental demand from professionals working in media, neighbouring business parks and creative industries.
- Proximity to growing hubs like Dubai Science Park enhances long-term lifestyle appeal.
- Infrastructure growth and improved amenities support steady capital growth potential.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
- Limited direct public transport; private vehicle preferred.
- Fewer in-community schools and large malls than in central districts; short drives often required.
- Predominantly apartment living—no villas or townhouses inside Studio City proper.
