Based on 42 building reviews
Motor City is a mixed-use community developed by Union Properties around a motorsport theme and anchored by the Dubai Autodrome. The community launched in 2004 and has grown into one of Dubai's more established affordable neighborhoods, known for wide, walkable streets, a strong pet-friendly culture, and a genuinely quiet, low-traffic feel that's rare this close to the city's main highways.
Motor City is split into three parts: Uptown Motor City, Green Community Motor City, and Business Park Motor City. Uptown is mostly low-rise apartment buildings, from studio to four-bedroom, while Green Community is a gated pocket of villas and townhouses set around a lake and mature landscaping. Business Park Motor City sits inside the Autodrome itself and houses motorsport and automotive businesses rather than homes.
Property here is priced below many comparable Dubai communities. The area draws a genuinely mixed crowd: young professionals make up the largest share of residents, alongside a solid base of families, students, and retirees. It's particularly popular with dog owners, thanks to its pet-friendly buildings and open green spaces.
Motor City sits just off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), wedged between Dubai Sports City, Dubai Studio City, and Arjan, with Arabian Ranches and Damac Hills a few minutes further out. Dubai Miracle Garden and the Dubai Butterfly Garden are both close by, and the community has officially been folded into the Al Hebiah First land registry area, though most people still know it simply as Motor City.
Prices of properties for sale in Motor City range from AED 500K to AED 18M, with a median of AED 1.29M. A total of 1,296 listings are available. 638 properties have been listed for sale in Motor City over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 59% are verified and 64% are listed by SuperAgents.
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Abbey Crescent 2, Abbey Crescent, Motor City, Dubai
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Binghatti Skyterraces, Dubai Autodrome and Business Park, Motor City, Dubai
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Binghatti Skyterraces, Dubai Autodrome and Business Park, Motor City, Dubai
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The Community, Motor City, Dubai
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Binghatti Skyterraces, Dubai Autodrome and Business Park, Motor City, Dubai
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Sobha Orbis Tower C, Sobha Orbis, Motor City, Dubai
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Sobha Solis Tower A, Sobha Solis, Motor City, Dubai
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Sobha Orbis Tower E, Sobha Orbis, Motor City, Dubai
3,820 sale transactions were recorded in Motor City over the past 12 months, marking a 31.1% decrease YoY.
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See all TransactionsMotor City covers most of daily life within a short walk or drive, without leaning too heavily on any one big destination. First Avenue Mall is the anchor for shopping and dining, and Dubai Autodrome gives the community its signature landmark, but the retail here is generally smaller scale and resident-focused rather than built around flagship stores.
For a wider spread of restaurants, fashion, and entertainment, residents typically head to Mall of the Emirates or Dubai Mall, both a short drive away.
Dining in Motor City leans towards casual and cafe style rather than fine dining, but there's genuine variety. Hanon Feras Sweets Restaurant serves Arabic and Middle Eastern desserts, Koshary Elsayd Hanfy is a famous Egyptian eatery, StepUp Ceramic Cafe is a family-friendly cozy cafe, while Sumo Sushi & Bentro Avenue serves a European- and Japanese-inspired menu, including well-loved sushi.
Malak Al Tawouk covers Lebanese grills and shawarma, and The Cycle Bistro, attached to the Autodrome's cycling scene, serves organic and paleo-friendly food for the health-conscious crowd.
Zaatar W Zeit, opposite the Autodrome, rounds out the everyday options, alongside a long stretch of coffee shops including Starbucks, Costa, and Krispy Kreme.
For a wider spread, residents head to First Avenue Mall's food court-style strip or drive into Dubai Sports City and Arabian Ranches, both a few minutes away.
GEMS Metropole School sits inside Uptown Motor City, less than a kilometer from most buildings. It follows the British curriculum from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13 and currently holds a KHDA rating of Good.
Renaissance School, about 1.1 to 1.4 kilometers away in the neighboring Dubai Sports City, teaches the American curriculum and carries a KHDA rating of Acceptable, making it a popular lower-cost option for families in the area.
Royal Grammar School Guildford in Dubai, roughly 1.5 kilometers away, is the Dubai campus of the well-known UK school. It follows the British curriculum and holds one of the area's stronger KHDA ratings, very good, though fees sit noticeably higher than the other nearby options.
For younger children, Building Blocks Nursery, Emirates British Nursery, and Jebel Ali Village Nursery all operate within or close to the community. Motor City itself has limited schooling directly on site beyond GEMS Metropole, so many families do end up doing a short drive for their preferred curriculum.
University-age residents aren't far from options either, with American University in Dubai, Middlesex University, and Modul University all under half an hour away.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
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| GEMS Metropole School - Dubai Branch | UK | 38K - 51K | 902 m | Good |
| Renaissance School L.L.C | American | 36K - 57K | 1.4 km | Acceptable |
| Royal Grammar School Guildford L.L.C | UK | 79K - 120K | 1.5 km | Very good |
| Dwight School L.L.C | International Baccalaureate | 65K - 111K | 1.6 km | Good |
| GEMS School of Research and Innovation | UK | 116K - 161K | 1.6 km | Not inspected yet |
| Dhruv Global school | Indian | 18K - 26K | 1.7 km | Acceptable |
| Australian International School - Dubai L.L.C | Australian | 52K - 90K | 1.7 km | Good |
| Nord Anglia International School L.L.C | UK - UK/IB | 70K - 105K | 1.9 km | Outstanding |
| Victory Heights Primary School L.L.C | UK | 40K - 55K | 1.9 km | Outstanding |
| Safa Community School | UK - UK/IB | 54K - 89K | 2.0 km | Outstanding |
| Bloom World Academy L.L.C | International Baccalaureate | 48K - 85K | 3.6 km | Good |
| Brighton College Dubai L.L.C | UK | 71K - 118K | 3.7 km | Very good |
| Ash Mount School L.L.C. | International Baccalaureate | 52K - 75K | 3.7 km | Not inspected yet |
| GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch | UK | 45K - 67K | 3.7 km | Not inspected due to the COVID 19 |
| Repton Al Barsha Fz-Llc | UK | 54K - 90K | 3.7 km | Very good |
| GEMS Founders School - Dubai Branch | UK | 25K - 37K | 3.8 km | Very good |
| Jumeirah English Speaking School (Br) | UK - International Baccalaureate | 54K - 106K | 3.8 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai Heights Academy | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 49K - 97K | 3.8 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Ranches Primary School | UK | 50K - 62K | 3.9 km | Very good |
| JSS International School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 44K | 4.1 km | Very good |
| GEMS World Academy | International Baccalaureate | 71K - 123K | 4.3 km | Very good |
| Sunmarke School FZE | UK - International Baccalaureate (1 | 62K - 106K | 4.4 km | Very good |
| Dubai Schools Corporation L.L.C Albarsha | American | 31K - 54K | 4.4 km | Acceptable |
| Lycee Francais International L.L.C (Branch) | French | 65K - 80K | 4.6 km | Not inspected yet |
| Fairgreen International School L.L.C | International Baccalaureate | 54K - 92K | 4.6 km | Good |
| South View School L.L.C | UK | 47K - 67K | 4.7 km | Good |
| GEMS Metropole School - Al Waha | UK | 40K - 53K | 4.7 km | Good |
| Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz South L.L.C | French | 45K - 72K | 4.9 km | Not inspected yet |
Motor City sits just off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), with Al Qudra Road and Al Khail Road both around 10 minutes away and Sheikh Zayed Road roughly 15 minutes. Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina are both about 20 minutes by car, Dubai International Airport is around 25 to 30 minutes, and Al Maktoum International Airport is roughly 30 minutes.
There's no metro station within the community itself, which is the main transport trade-off here. Most residents drive or use ride-hailing apps, though a bus service does connect to the metro network.
There are several bus stops in Motor City, including Spinneys Market 2, Dubai Autodrome & Business Park 1, Spinneys Market 1, Dubai Autodrome & Business Park 2, and Autodrome Stadium. The F37 bus connects Motor City directly to Mall of the Emirates Metro Station on the Red Line, also stopping in Dubai Sports City along the way. The nearest stations themselves, Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Internet City, are both roughly 20 to 25 minutes away by car. Taxis and ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Careem are widely used and generally easy to book, though wait times can stretch a little during peak hours.
The community connects directly to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, with Hessa Street and Umm Suqeim Street providing additional routes toward Sheikh Zayed Road and the coast. All villas, townhouses, and residential buildings come with dedicated parking, and paid public parking is available at First Avenue Mall and The Ribbon for visitors, which can fill up on weekends. The Autodrome closes to traffic one evening a week for community cycling and walking, and there are dedicated paths through Green Community for anyone on foot or on a bike.
Foxhill 1
convenient location, very close to all shops
a month ago
Marlowe House 2
Ac problem, be prepared to leave the door open in summer. Quit dark and damped due to lack of sun. Some mold in the bathroom seen
a month ago
Marlowe House 2
Poor Maintenance & AC Problems My experience at Marlowe House 2 has been very disappointing. The air conditioning frequently does not work properly, and despite repeated maintenance visits, the issue has not been resolved permanently. There is also a persistent unpleasant smell in the building, which appears to be related to the air-conditioning or ventilation system. At times, residents even leave their doors open to allow cool air into their apartments. The building is also very noisy in low floors. Overall, the maintenance has been inadequate, and the same problems continue to recur. The building needs a proper, long-term solution rather than temporary fixes.
a month ago
Rabdan Building
Best building in the locality with excellent location. Family friendly
2 months ago
Shakespeare Circus 2
Beautiful community, very quiet and very family oriented
3 months ago
Rabdan Building
Strategic Location and Pet friendly. Premium Fittings.
4 months ago
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22 days ago
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Is Motor City a good area for families with young kids?
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Motor City is a very family-friendly area, with plenty of parks and green spaces, playgrounds, schools and nurseries nearby, and a generally quiet community feel. It’s particularly well suited to families with young children.
18 days ago
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Yes, will community parks, pools and playgrounds, this is a great location for families with young children!
22 days ago
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With young kids yes It got very good gyms and food brands, good coffee shops to hangout with friends. On top of that location is so good very close to hessa street and al khail road
22 days ago
Anonymous
22 days ago
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How far is Motor City from Downtown Dubai by car?
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Motor City is approximately 20–25 minutes by car from Downtown Dubai in normal traffic. During peak hours, the journey can be closer to 30–35 minutes.
18 days ago
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It’s around a thirty minute drive from Motor City to Dubai Mall and accessible via different routes
22 days ago
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If no traffic we can say around 20 minutes. Only in few traffic hours it take more time normally 20-25 minutes
22 days ago
Anonymous
9 days ago
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How intrusive is the Dubai Autodrome noise on weekends for apartments facing the track?
I toured an apartment on a high floor in Fox Hill yesterday, and it had a stunning view of the track. But I work from home on Saturdays, and when I opened the balcony door, I heard what sounded like a V8 engine revving. Is this a constant all-day thing on weekends, or just occasional track days?
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There will occasionally be some noise from the track when it is in use; however, it is generally not noticeable from inside the apartment. The noise is mainly limited to periods when there is activity on the track.
9 days ago
Anonymous
9 days ago
Are the Emicool chiller charges noticeably higher here compared to Empower in other areas?
I’m doing the math on a 2-bedroom here versus one in Barsha. A friend in Motor City showed me an August Emicool bill for 1,400 AED because of fixed capacity charges, even though they were on vacation for two weeks. Is this the norm for everyone in Uptown?
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Motor City's roughly 35 million square feet splits into low-rise apartments in Uptown, villas and townhouses in Green Community, and a growing cluster of off-plan towers, alongside the commercial Business Park around the Autodrome.
Uptown Motor City is almost entirely low- to mid-rise apartment buildings, ranging from studios up to four-bedroom units, most with balconies and access to shared pools and gyms. Buildings like Rabdan Building, Oia Residence, and the Fox Hill and Sherlock House clusters are among the more established options, typically offering one- and two-bedroom layouts with underground parking and 24-hour security.
Green Community Motor City is the gated, villa-led side of the neighborhood, with three- to five-bedroom homes set around a lake and mature landscaping. It's the quieter, more suburban half of Motor City, popular with families who want more outdoor space without leaving the community.
Several new towers are underway, including Sobha Solis and Sobha Orbis by Sobha Realty, Sierra by Iman, 15 Cascade, and Takaya by Union Properties, most offering studio to three-bedroom apartments with handovers between 2027 and 2029. The Community Motor City by Aqua Properties adds studios to three-bedroom units built around co-working spaces and shared amenities, aimed at a younger, more flexible resident base.
Yes, Motor City suits families, professionals, and pet owners who want space, greenery, and a quieter pace without a downtown price tag. The main trade-off is the lack of a metro station, so it works best for residents who drive or don't mind relying on a feeder bus.
Motor City is registered under Al Hebiah First in Dubai's official land records, part of a wider effort to standardize community names across the emirate. In practice, almost everyone, including agents and residents, still calls it Motor City.
Union Properties PJSC developed and continues to manage Motor City, including its residential buildings, retail, and the Dubai Autodrome itself.
Yes, Motor City is a freehold area, meaning non-UAE nationals can buy, sell, and own property here outright, the same as in most other major Dubai communities.
It's generally seen as a solid mid-market investment, with lower entry prices than many nearby communities and reasonably strong rental demand from young professionals and families. Liquidity is decent but tends to sit a notch below higher-profile areas like Dubai Marina or Downtown, so it suits investors focused on yield over quick resale.
The name comes directly from its motorsport theme. Union Properties built the community around the Dubai Autodrome, a Formula 1-grade racetrack, and carried that theme into street names, building designs, and the community's overall branding from the start.
