Athlon

Introduction:

Athlon, developed by Aldar Properties, is the first active community in Dubai, designed to promote a fitness-focused lifestyle. Located in Dubailand, this innovative development is a collaboration between Aldar Properties and Dubai Holding, offering a range of residences tailored for active living.

Features:

Athlon comprises 2,692 units across nine unique clusters: Chion, Delphi, Diagon, Leon, Milon, Olympia, Theon, Vitalon, and Zeston. The development offers 3-4 bedroom townhouses, 3-5 bedroom standard villas, and 4-6 bedroom premium villas, with sizes ranging from 2,293 sq. ft to 8,772 sq. ft. Each residence includes a maid’s room, a garage, and a family room, with select units featuring private swimming pools and show & preparation kitchens.

Athlon provides a unique living environment characterized by interconnected green spaces, sports facilities, and vibrant parks. Inspired by the Greek term for 'place of contest', the community includes a central park and four themed parks: Adventure, Play, Wellness, and Valley, along with seven clubhouses. The community boasts over 32,808 ft of paths, trails, and circuits for running, biking, rollerblading, and functional workouts.

Amenities:

Residents have access to a wide array of facilities, including a nature loop, fitness nodes, a lap pool, a basketball court, a yoga platform, a bike loop, a pump track, a play park, ping-pong tables, an outdoor cinema, a parklife loop, splash pads, a padel court, rock climbing, a meditation deck, a gym, a family pool, a MUGA court, and a skate park.

Athlon offers multiple a la carte services such as pet care, car repair, fit-out contractors, home automation, organic food and goods delivery, wellness webinars, fitness classes, CPR and first aid training, and nutrition consultants. Residents also enjoy discounts from local retailers, making daily life more convenient.

About Location:

Dubailand: Situated in Dubailand, Athlon provides easy access to major highways like Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street and Emirates Road. Residents can reach Al Maktoum International Airport and Dubai International Airport within 30 minutes.

Educational institutions nearby include GEMS FirstPoint School – The Villa, Fairgreen International School, and Repton School Dubai. Medical facilities such as Saudi German Clinic, Mediclinic Arabian Ranches, and Dr. Kamkar Medical & Physiotherapy Center are within a 20-minute drive. Additionally, Athlon is close to Dubai Miracle Garden, the world’s largest natural flower garden with 150 million flowers and numerous family-friendly activities.

Investment Potential:

Athlon presents a strong investment opportunity, with 3-bedroom townhouses in Dubailand yielding a gross average ROI of 6.2% as of May 2024. Starting annual rental prices are AED 130K (USD 35K), indicating a potential for stable income through leasing.

Investors in Athlon are eligible for a 10-year Golden Visa, which includes sponsorship for their spouse, children, and domestic staff.

Key Highlights:

• Offers 3-6 bedroom townhouses and villas.
• Features extensive green spaces, sports facilities, and themed parks.
• Provides a variety of onsite amenities and a la carte services.
• Convenient access to airports, schools, hospitals, and Dubai Miracle Garden.
• Strong ROI potential and eligibility for a 10-year Golden Visa.

Amenities:

• Gym
• Green Areas
• Swimming Pools
• Children’s Playground
• Fitness and Wellness Facilities

Nearby Attractions:

• Dubai Miracle Garden
• GEMS FirstPoint School – The Villa
• Fairgreen International School
• Repton School Dubai
• Al Maktoum International Airport
• Dubai International Airport