The Community at Motor City is a modern residential located inside the well-known Motor City area of DubaiLand. The community is planned for people who prefer a mix of home, work and daily facilities in one place. The location also gives easy road access to main highways, sports areas and nearby residential communities.
About Community
The Community at Motor City by AQUA Properties is a mid-rise residential project located in the DubaiLand area of Dubai. The building has eight floors and follows a co-living style concept with a mix of studio, 1-3-BR apartments. The project is planned for working professionals and small families who prefer modern homes with shared social and work spaces in the same building.
The community’s homes come with European-style finishing and simple modern layouts. The building also includes about 58,000 sq ft of shared areas for leisure, fitness and social use. Motor City location gives easy road access to main highways and nearby sports and leisure zones.
Key Features
- Studios to 3-BR luxury layouts
- Central Motor City prime locale
- Exclusive 90m infinity pool
- Near Dubai Autodrome and Sports City
- High 7% to 8% rental yield potential
- Direct access to Hessa St and E311
- Gated 24/7 security and retail hub
Entertainment and attractions
The Community at Motor City is located in an active area known for its motorsport theme and many leisure places. The neighborhood already has good roads, shops and daily facilities with several attractions close by that residents can reach in a few minutes.
Dubai Autodrome and Kartdrome
Dubai Autodrome racing track and Kartdrome indoor-outdoor tracks are located close to Motor City.
Dubai Miracle Garden
Dubai Miracle Garden is about 1.8 km away, known for seasonal flower displays and walking areas.
Global Village and Dubai Hills Mall
Global Village and Dubai Hills Mall are around 10 minutes away for shopping, dining and entertainment.
Escape rooms and indoor games
Motor City also has escape rooms, laser tag and indoor activity centres for groups and families.
Future of Community
The growth of The Community at Motor City is linked with Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan, which focuses on better transport, higher-density housing and communities where people can live, work and travel easily. One major change is the RTA Hessa Street project, where road capacity is being increased to about 16,000 vehicles per hour, helping reduce travel time in nearby areas.
The district is also expected to benefit from future Dubai Metro expansion planned for the coming years. In addition, a new commercial area with offices, retail and a hospital is planned near the Autodrome, which will make Motor City more self-contained and convenient for residents.
Structure of the community
The Community at Motor City is an eight-storey residential building located inside the larger Motor City area, which covers around 900 acres. The design focuses on giving private living space along with shared areas, so residents have both quiet homes and common social zones within the same building.
- Residential Units - 415 units from studios to 3BR with open views and good sunlight.
- Co-working and Social Areas - Shared work and social spaces, kept separate from homes.
- Green Areas and Walkways - Tree-lined streets, parks and walking paths around the building.
- Retail and Daily Needs - Ground shops, cafes and supermarkets within a short walking distance.
Off-plan projects in Community
Motor City is seeing new construction projects planned for the next few years with several buildings expected to complete around 2027. Most of these projects follow newer design styles and include shared facilities, green areas and mixed-use spaces.
Sobha Solis - Sobha Realty
Sobha Solis is a residential project with modern finishing and sports facilities. The handover is expected around the end of 2027.
Sobha Orbis - Sobha Realty
Sobha Orbis is a multi-tower development planned mainly for working professionals. The project includes shared amenities and is also expected to complete in late 2027.
Takaya - Union Properties
Takaya is a mixed-use project with different apartment types and a large podium garden area. The project is planned near Dubai Autodrome and is expected to finish around 2027.
Amenities and Facilities
The Community at Motor City includes around 22,000 sq ft of shared space planned for daily life, work and relaxation, so residents can use most facilities without leaving the building. The project combines social areas, fitness spaces and quiet corners, which makes it suitable for people who want both active and calm surroundings in the same place.
- Infinity swimming pool, pool deck seating, juice bar and small cafes for daily use
- Gym, jogging track, padel court, badminton court and skate area for fitness activities
- Co-working lounges, meeting rooms and business centre for office work and remote jobs
- Outdoor sitting zones, golf simulator, chess tables and garden areas for free time
- Ground floor shops, supermarket and casual dining places for everyday needs
Infrastructure and Connectivity
The Community at Motor City is located close to Hessa Street (D61) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), which makes travel to many parts of Dubai simple by car. These main roads connect the area with business zones, coastal areas and other residential communities.
- Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) - direct highway access, around 20 minutes to Dubai Marina
- Hessa Street (D61) - connects to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44)
- Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club - about 5 minutes drive
- Dubai Butterfly Garden - around 1.8 km, nearly 8 minutes
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) - about 10 minutes by road
- Global Village & IMG Worlds of Adventure - nearly 15 minutes
- Palm Jumeirah & Burj Al Arab - around 15–20 minutes
- Dubai International Airport (DXB) - about 25–30 minutes
- Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) - about 25–30 minutes
Investment Insights
From an investment point of view, The Community at Motor City is part of a segment where demand is growing, especially for co-living and work-from-home style apartments in the DubaiLand area. Rental returns in similar projects are often discussed in the range of 7% to 9%, which is usually higher than many standard residential buildings nearby.
Motor City is a large 900-acre master community and limited new supply in the same area helps keep rental demand steady. Easy access to E311 and Hessa Street supports both long-term tenants and short-term rentals. With road upgrades and better airport access expected before 2027 handover, price movement can depend on overall market conditions.
Tips for buyers / concluding remarks
The Community at Motor City is planned mainly for young professionals, small business owners and people who prefer living and working in the same place. The project includes residential units along with shared work areas and social spaces, so daily life, work and free time can all be managed inside one building. This type of layout is becoming common in DubaiLand, where many tenants look for modern apartments with flexible use.
Things buyers usually check before booking
- Confirm payments go to the official RERA escrow account during construction
- Studio and 1-BR units usually have higher rental demand
- Review AQUA Properties’ earlier The Community JVT project for quality idea
- Short-term rental demand can rise during events at Dubai Autodrome
