Gardenia 1

Gardenia 1, a five-storey Mediterranean-styled mid-rise residential building within Emirates Garden 1 developed by DAMAC Properties, offers freehold studios, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments (approx. 510 sq ft for studios, around 1,063–1,100 sq ft for 1-beds, and roughly 1,170 sq ft for 2-beds); residents enjoy lifestyle amenities such as a gym, swimming pool, steam room, sauna, BBQ area, children’s play zone, high-speed elevators, and 24/7 security, all set in a leafy family-friendly community with easy access to supermarkets, restaurants, major road links, and nearby parks.

Type

Tower

Area

JVC District 12

Community

Jumeirah Village Circle

Typical rent

AED 35k–120k/yr

Listed amenities

10

Photos

6

Coordinates

Mapped

On Lived since

Aug 2025

Is Gardenia 1 a good place to rent in Jumeirah Village Circle?

1-bedrooms in JVC run AED 55,000–90,000/year in 2026 — the best value per square metre in central Dubai. Studios from AED 35,000. No Metro. Traffic at peak hours toward SZR is the top complaint. For unit-by-unit experience at Gardenia 1 specifically, read verified tenant reviews on Lived once tenants start sharing reports.

Is JVC a good place to live in Dubai?

For the value, yes. JVC has matured significantly since 2020 — supermarkets, nurseries, gyms, and cafes are now well-established. The commute without a car is impractical, but with a car JVC puts you 15–20 minutes from most Dubai work hubs.

How much does it cost to rent at Gardenia 1 in Jumeirah Village Circle?

Studios from AED 35,000/year, 1-bedrooms AED 55,000–90,000, 2-bedrooms AED 80,000–130,000, 3-bedrooms AED 110,000–160,000. JVC consistently offers the most space per dirham of any mid-central Dubai community.

Is JVC safe and family-friendly?

Yes. JVC is one of Dubai's most family-friendly communities — low-traffic residential streets, several nurseries, parks, and a generally quiet atmosphere. Read Lived reviews for the specific building or complex you're considering.