Al Badia Villas

Al Badia Villas is a purpose‑designed villa enclave located inside Dubai Festival City. Launched by Al‑Futtaim, the development arranges three‑ to five‑bedroom homes around landscaped corridors and parklands, and is offered to the market as a rental‑only community managed by the developer.

What this place is and where it sits

Al Badia Villas forms part of the Dubai Festival City masterplan. The enclave occupies a position close to the northern edge of Dubai Festival City, with coordinates near 25.216093°N, 55.372683°E. The project was presented as a low‑density residential crescent, set amid green corridors and shaded walkways and backed by more than three hectares of landscaped parkland (approximately 323,000 sq ft).

Transport and key distances

The nearest Dubai Metro station on the Red Line (code R11) lies about 2,428 metres from the site; this distance is classified as not walkable. Road access to central destinations is straightforward from Dubai Festival City.

• Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — around 10.1 km
• The Dubai Mall — around 9.6 km
• Dubai International Airport (DXB) — around 4.2 km (developer references a drive time of roughly 11 minutes)
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — around 41.4 km (developer references a drive time of roughly 45 minutes)
• Palm Jumeirah — around 26.2 km (developer references a drive time of roughly 30 minutes)
• Dubai Marina — around 27.8 km
• JBR Beach — around 28.6 km
• Mall of the Emirates — around 20.5 km
• Business Bay — around 11.3 km
• Expo City Dubai — around 36.2 km
• Global Village — around 17.5 km
• Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) — around 9.1 km

In promotional material the developer cites representative drive times such as roughly 18 minutes to Dubai Mall and around 30–35 minutes to key leisure destinations on the Palm and JBR, reflecting typical off‑peak conditions from Dubai Festival City.

Development, design and technical features

Al Badia Villas was presented as a collection of three‑ to five‑bedroom detached homes. Internal unit areas range between 2,507 and 8,589 sq ft, while plot sizes are given at approximately 1,991 to 7,141 sq ft depending on villa type. The layout places homes within a crescent of landscaped corridors and parks, prioritising outdoor spaces.

• Landscape and public space: more than three hectares (about 323,000 sq ft) of planted parklands within the development.
• Residential fit‑out: open, flexible internal plans with living rooms on both ground and first floors in many layouts; large full‑height windows; kitchens with extended work surfaces and premium finishes; bedrooms with built‑in wardrobes and selected walk‑in closets.
• Support accommodation: each villa includes a maid’s room and bathroom; select homes were specified to include a driver’s room.
• Technology and sustainability: villa‑level solar panels, electric vehicle charging capability and integrated home automation for mobile control of lighting and climate; features such as video doorbells and remote door locks were included in the specification.
• Security and management: the development provides 24/7 discreet security and was offered for lettings directly through Al Futtaim Properties / Al‑Futtaim Real Estate.

At launch the architectural consultancy on record changed from Khatib & Alami to Bureau of Engineering Studies; the developer published original concept plans and imagery to illustrate the masterplan and design intent.

Nearby amenities and education

Al Badia Villas is located within the Dubai Festival City area, which groups retail, leisure and hospitality destinations close to the marina and creekfront. Specific educational providers mentioned in association with the community include Deira International School (approximately 0.4 km) and Universal American School (approximately 1.0 km). The development’s positioning within Dubai Festival City places it within easy reach of the retail and dining offer of the Festival City precinct and nearby waterfront areas.

Who the community suits

The product specification and setting indicate that Al Badia Villas targets households seeking a suburban villa environment with large internal areas and private garden or plot space, combined with proximity to central and airport connections. Features such as multiple bedrooms, support rooms (maid’s/driver’s), secure gated access and integrated home automation make the homes suitable for families and residents prioritising private outdoor space and in‑home technology. As the homes were released as rental units managed by the developer, the community is aimed at tenants rather than private resale buyers at launch.

FAQ

• Are the homes for sale or for rent?

  At launch the villas were offered for rental only and leasing was handled directly by Al Futtaim Properties / Al‑Futtaim Real Estate.

• What sizes and bedroom counts are available?

  Units were presented as three‑ to five‑bedroom villas with internal areas between 2,507 and 8,589 sq ft and plot areas ranging roughly from 1,991 to 7,141 sq ft depending on the type.

• When did leasing start and when could residents move in?

  Leasing began on 5 January 2026, and homes were scheduled for occupancy from the third week of January 2026, according to the developer’s launch information.

• What sustainability and smart‑home features are included?

  The development specification included villa‑level solar panels, electric vehicle charging capability and integrated home automation for mobile control of lighting and climate, along with digital entry features such as video doorbells and remote locks.

This description is based on the developer’s published brief for Al Badia Villas and the location details provided for the Dubai Festival City subcommunity.

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