About Athlon by Aldar
Athlon by Aldar is Dubai's first master-planned community built entirely around the principle of active living. Developed in partnership with Manchester City Football Club and designed with input from world-leading wellbeing experts, Athlon integrates movement into every aspect of daily life. Wherever residents go within the community, they are never more than 5 minutes from their next activity, whether that is a cycling loop, a padel court, a wellness park or a swimming pool.
The development spans 1,492 units across nine distinct sub-communities in Dubailand, adjacent to Arabian Ranches 3 and positioned between Sheikh Zayed Bin Maktoum Al Nahyan Street and Emirates Road. Unit types range from 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses to 3 to 6-bedroom standalone villas, with sizes from 2,278 to 9,207 square feet. Under construction with handover scheduled for Q3 2028, Athlon represents Aldar's inaugural master community project in Dubai.
Athlon is the first community in Dubai jointly created with Manchester City Football Club, developed around active design principles with world-leading wellbeing experts and athletes. The community features a 4.6km trail-running loop, a 2.2km family loop and a 3.7km cycling loop connecting directly to Al Qudra's cycling tracks.
Active Living Amenities
- 4.6km trail-running loop and 2.2km family-friendly walking loop
- 3.7km cycling loop connecting to Al Qudra cycling tracks
- Nature loop, bike loop and parklife loop throughout the community
- Outdoor fitness nodes and running and cycling tracks
- XL pool, splash pad and podium pool
- Padel courts, squash courts and basketball courts
- Rock climbing wall
- Skate park and pump track for mountain biking
- Multipurpose sports courts
- Gym and yoga meditation room
- Outdoor cinema and outdoor play park
- Seven clubhouses across the community
Parks and Green Spaces
Athlon is built around five distinct parks at the heart of the master community. The Central Park forms the community's beating heart, surrounded by Adventure Park, Play Park, Wellness Park and Valley Park. More than 60% of the community is dedicated to open green spaces, walking trails and landscaped areas, creating a genuinely low-density and green living environment within Dubailand.
Location and Connectivity
Athlon sits in Dubailand adjacent to Arabian Ranches 3, positioned between Sheikh Zayed Bin Maktoum Al Nahyan Street and Emirates Road. The location provides strong access across Dubai while maintaining the green, community feel that defines the development.
- 32 minutes to Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa
- 25 minutes to Dubai International Airport
- 24 minutes to Mall of the Emirates
- 30 minutes to Jumeirah Beach
- Adjacent to Arabian Ranches 3
- Direct connection to Al Qudra cycling tracks
Unit Types and Sizes
- 3-bedroom townhouses from AED 2,818,176 (from 2,278 sq ft)
- 4-bedroom townhouses and villas
- 5-bedroom villas
- 6-bedroom premium villas (up to 9,207 sq ft)
- All units qualify for UAE 10-Year Golden Visa
Payment Plan
Investment Case
Athlon by Aldar presents a compelling investment proposition within Dubailand's growing villa and townhouse segment. Rental yields for premium villas in Dubailand are currently tracking at 6.5% to 8% per annum, reflecting strong family demand for quality community living outside the city centre. The Manchester City partnership, LEED Platinum certification and the active living concept differentiate Athlon clearly from conventional villa developments in the area. As the community matures across its nine phases, early buyers stand to benefit from significant capital appreciation as remaining phases are released at higher prices.