Rise by Athlon in Dubailand
Rise by Athlon in Dubailand
Rise by Athlon is an 8-building residential cluster within Athlon masterplan by Aldar Properties in Dubailand, featuring 1,200+ apartments across 5 themed towers and 3 mid-rise buildings—each designed around movement, play, and creativity—integrated with 7 clubhouses, 10+ km of interconnected loops including 4.6 km trail-running loop, 3.7 km cycling loop with direct Al Qudra connection, and UAE's first LEED Platinum and Fitwel certified active living community.
Rise by Athlon is an 8-building residential cluster within Athlon masterplan by Aldar Properties in Dubailand, featuring 1,200+ apartments across 5 themed towers and 3 mid-rise buildings—each designed around movement, play, and creativity—integrated with 7 clubhouses, 10+ km of interconnected loops including 4.6 km trail-running loop, 3.7 km cycling loop with direct Al Qudra connection, and UAE's first LEED Platinum and Fitwel certified active living community.
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Rise by Athlon Area Overview
Rise by Athlon is the final residential phase within Athlon masterplan by Aldar Properties, introducing 1,200+ apartments across 8 uniquely themed buildings—5 towers and 3 mid-rise residences—in Dubailand. Launched in September 2025 and marketed as "Dubai's first active living community," the development is guided by active design principles and combines 1–3-bedroom apartments with extensive wellness and movement-focused infrastructure.
Each of the 8 buildings is designed around a distinct theme—cycling, creativity, wellness, play, or social fitness—with dedicated amenities such as bike workshops, rhythm rooms, recovery studios with cold plunge and sauna, game simulators, and mind & body libraries integrated within the buildings. The cluster is structured around two distinct loops: the high-energy Active Loop featuring outdoor gyms, padel courts, pools, and play areas, and the calming Recovery Loop with mindfulness deck, yoga pavilion, nature trails, and healing gardens.
Rise by Athlon is LEED Platinum Pre-Certified and Fitwel Certified, featuring energy and water efficiency, smart irrigation, and EV charging facilities. Handover for the buildings is scheduled between December 2029 and January 2030.
Global Village
10 minutes
IMG Worlds of Adventure
15 minutes
DXB Airport
25 minutes
Downtown Dubai
30 minutes
Community & Key Features
— 8 uniquely themed buildings: 5 towers (Cyan, Neon, Azul, Teal, Magenta) and 3 mid-rise residences (Foundry, Grid, Tempo)
— 1,200+ apartments across 1–3-bedroom layouts available in light or dark interior palettes
— Dubai's first active living community guided by active design principles
— LEED Platinum Pre-Certified and Fitwel Certified with energy efficiency, smart irrigation, and EV charging
— 7 clubhouses including an iconic signature clubhouse dedicated to fitness and socialising
— 10+ km of interconnected loops: 4.6 km trail-running loop, 2.2 km family-friendly loop, 3.7 km cycling loop
— Direct cycling connection from 3.7 km dedicated loop to Al Qudra's 86 km track
— Active Loop: high-energy zone with outdoor gyms, padel courts, pools, and play areas
— Recovery Loop: calming zone with mindfulness deck, yoga pavilion, nature trails, and healing gardens
— Building-specific amenities: Recovery Studio with cold plunge & sauna (Cyan), Social Fitness Hub (Neon & Grid), Games Simulator (Azul), The Workshop for bike maintenance (Teal), Rhythm Room sound studio (Magenta), Mind & Body Library (Foundry), Cinema (Tempo)
— Kids' playrooms, swimming pools, and gyms integrated within each building
— Expansive central park with green corridors seamlessly merging walking and cycling loops
— Smart home technology and modern spacious layouts in all apartments
— 24/7 security with controlled access and gated residential environment
— Freehold ownership and Golden Visa eligibility for investments of AED 2M+
Real Estate in Rise by Athlon
Property Types
Rise by Athlon focuses on mid-rise apartment buildings within a themed residential format, offering 1- to 3-bedroom apartments with modern layouts, smart home integration, and optimised park views. Built-up areas range from approximately 87 to 200 sq.m, with select units featuring maid's rooms.
— 1-bedroom apartments – starting layouts with open-plan living spaces and built-up areas from approximately 87 sq.m
— 2-bedroom apartments – mid-sized family apartments with built-up areas of approximately 136 sq.m
— 2-bedroom apartments with maid's room – extended layouts with additional space, approximately 162 sq.m
— 3-bedroom apartments with maid's room – largest apartment typologies with built-up areas of approximately 200 sq.m
Current Residential Projects
Cyan Tower – A wellness-centered tower offering 217 apartments designed for balance and recovery. The tower features a dedicated Recovery Studio with cold plunge and sauna, alongside Mind & Body Library, gym, swimming pool, and kids' playroom. Cyan Tower emphasizes calm, clarity, and holistic well-being as part of daily living. Handover is scheduled for January 2030.
Neon Tower – A tower featuring a Social Fitness Hub with high-energy group fitness classes and community-driven workouts.
Azul Tower – A play and sports-oriented tower with 243 apartments, built around active recreation and friendly competition. The tower includes a state-of-the-art Games Simulator, kids' playroom, gym, and swimming pool. Azul Tower is designed for residents who prioritise energy, agility, and social connection through play. Handover is scheduled for December 2029.
Teal Tower – A cycling-focused tower featuring 217 apartments with The Workshop—a fully equipped bike maintenance and tune-up facility with secure bike storage. Designed for cycling enthusiasts, Teal Tower offers direct access to the 3.7 km cycling loop and Al Qudra's 86 km track connection. Residents enjoy dedicated bike amenities alongside standard facilities including gym, swimming pool, and kids' playroom. Handover is scheduled for December 2029.
Magenta Tower – A creativity-driven tower with 190 apartments, centered around artistic expression and musical energy. The tower features a Rhythm Room—a dedicated sound studio for music and creative activities—complemented by kids' playroom, gym, and swimming pool. Magenta Tower is designed for residents seeking inspiration and self-expression within an active living community. Handover is scheduled for December 2029.
Foundry Residence – A mid-rise building featuring a Mind & Body Library designed for reflection, mindfulness, and mental wellness, alongside standard amenities.
Grid Residence – A mid-rise building centered around social fitness, featuring a Social Fitness Hub with interactive play zones and dynamic group training areas.
Tempo Residence – A mid-rise building featuring a dedicated Cinema for residents, creating a community-focused entertainment experience.
Price Positioning & Residential Supply
Apartments at Rise by Athlon start from AED 1.35 million (approximately USD 368,000), with pricing determined by tower, apartment type, built-up area, and park views. The development follows a 60/40 payment plan: 5% on booking, 55% during construction in staged installments, and 40% on handover between December 2029 and January 2030.
Rise by Athlon represents the final residential phase within Athlon masterplan, introducing 1,200+ apartments across 8 themed mid-rise buildings. Unlike villa-dominated Dubailand communities, Rise by Athlon offers the only apartment inventory within Athlon's wellness-focused masterplan, expanding access to LEED Platinum certified living and active lifestyle infrastructure at a lower price point than standalone villa communities. This controlled apartment supply within a large-scale masterplan supports pricing stability and positions the development as a limited-inventory opportunity in Dubailand's growing residential corridor.
Investment Potential
— Strategic Dubailand location with direct access to Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54), connecting to Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Dubai Marina within 25–30 minutes
— Gross rental yields projected at approximately 6–7% per annum, supported by limited apartment supply within Athlon's wellness masterplan and growing tenant demand in Dubailand
— UAE's first LEED Platinum certified masterplan community by Aldar Properties—a developer with proven track record in Abu Dhabi and expanding Dubai portfolio
— Freehold ownership available to buyers of all nationalities
— Golden Visa eligibility for investments of AED 2 million or more, allowing 10-year residency and family sponsorship
— Themed tower concept with dedicated amenities (bike workshop, rhythm room, recovery studio, game simulator) differentiates Rise by Athlon from generic apartment developments
— Direct cycling connection to Al Qudra track and 10+ km of integrated cycling/running networks appeal to active lifestyle tenants and owner-occupiers
— Proximity to Global Village (10 min), IMG Worlds of Adventure (15 min), and major Dubai attractions positions the area for sustained capital appreciation aligned with Dubailand's ongoing development
Lifestyle & Surroundings
Key lifestyle components within Rise by Athlon and Athlon masterplan include:
— Building-Specific Amenities – Each residence features unique facilities: Recovery Studio with cold plunge & sauna (Cyan), Social Fitness Hubs with group classes (Neon & Grid), Games Simulator (Azul), The Workshop for bike maintenance (Teal), Rhythm Room sound studio (Magenta), Mind & Body Library (Foundry), Cinema (Tempo)
— Active Loop – High-energy zone with outdoor gyms, padel courts, swimming pools, and children's play areas designed for movement and social interaction
— Recovery Loop – Calming pathway with mindfulness deck, yoga pavilion, nature trails, and healing gardens for rest and mental wellness
— 7 Clubhouses – Distributed across the masterplan including an iconic signature clubhouse dedicated to fitness and socialising, offering varied wellness and community programming
— Cycling Infrastructure – 3.7 km dedicated cycling loop with direct connection to Al Qudra's 86 km track, bike storage, and maintenance facilities for serious cyclists
— Trail Running & Walking – 4.6 km trail-running loop for endurance training and 2.2 km family-friendly loop for casual outdoor movement
— Sustainable Living – LEED Platinum Pre-Certification and Fitwel Certification with energy-efficient design, smart irrigation, intelligent waste management, and EV charging stations
— Family & Social Zones – Kids' playrooms in every building, swimming pools, games rooms, and community event spaces across 7 clubhouses
The masterplan prioritises pedestrian and cycling movement over car dependency, with tree-lined streets, shaded pathways, and park-centric design connecting residential towers to shared amenities and outdoor wellness infrastructure.
Connectivity & Transport
Rise by Athlon is positioned in Dubailand at the junction of Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54), providing direct highway access to Dubai's key districts. Global Village is 10 minutes away, IMG Worlds of Adventure 15 minutes, and Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Dubai Marina reachable within 25–30 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is approximately 25 minutes away.
The masterplan prioritises pedestrian and cycling circulation, with 10+ km of interconnected tracks connecting residential towers to the central park and amenities. Rise by Athlon offers direct connection to Al Qudra cycling track for long-distance outdoor rides.
Education & Healthcare
Schools and Education
— GEMS Metropole School, Ranches Primary School, and JESS Arabian Ranches within 12–18 minutes
— Fairgreen International School approximately 18–20 minutes away
— Academic City educational hub and nurseries accessible in nearby communities
Healthcare Facilities
— Mediclinic Parkview Hospital and Mediclinic Arabian Ranches within 15–18 minutes
— Saudi German Hospital Dubai approximately 25–30 minutes away
— Private clinics and wellness centres in nearby Dubailand districts
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
What is Rise by Athlon?
Rise by Athlon is the final residential phase within Athlon masterplan by Aldar Properties, featuring 1,200+ apartments across 8 uniquely themed buildings—5 towers and 3 mid-rise residences—in Dubailand. Marketed as Dubai's first active living community, it is LEED Platinum Pre-Certified and Fitwel Certified, structured around movement, wellness, and active design principles.
Who is the developer of Rise by Athlon?
Rise by Athlon is developed by Aldar Properties, a leading Abu Dhabi-based developer with a proven track record in master-planned communities and expanding presence in Dubai's residential market.
Where is Rise by Athlon located?
Rise by Athlon is located in Dubailand at the junction of Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54), 10 minutes from Global Village, 15 minutes from IMG Worlds of Adventure, and 25–30 minutes from Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina.
What types of properties are available in Rise by Athlon?
Rise by Athlon offers 1–3-bedroom apartments with built-up areas ranging from approximately 87 to 200 sq.m. Select units include maid's rooms. Apartments are distributed across 8 themed buildings, each with dedicated amenities such as bike workshops, rhythm rooms, recovery studios, and game simulators.
Is Rise by Athlon freehold?
Yes. All properties in Rise by Athlon are available on a freehold basis for buyers of all nationalities.
What are the starting prices for apartments in Rise by Athlon?
Apartments at Rise by Athlon start from AED 1.35 million (approximately USD 368,000), with pricing determined by tower, apartment type, built-up area, and views. Payment is structured as a 60/40 plan: 5% on booking, 55% during construction, and 40% on handover.
What is the expected ROI in Rise by Athlon?
Rise by Athlon is projected to deliver gross rental yields of approximately 6–7% per annum, supported by limited apartment supply within Athlon's wellness masterplan and growing tenant demand in Dubailand.
Is Rise by Athlon suitable for families?
Yes. Rise by Athlon is designed for families seeking active, wellness-focused living with kids' playrooms in every tower, swimming pools, sports facilities, central park, and access to nearby international schools and healthcare facilities.
When is handover for apartments at Rise by Athlon?
Handover for the towers is scheduled between December 2029 and January 2030, depending on the selected building.
Can I get a UAE residency visa by purchasing property at Rise by Athlon?
Yes. Property purchases with a value of AED 2 million or more qualify for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa, which allows residency sponsorship for family members and domestic staff. 750K+ investments qualify for a 2-year Property Investor visa for you and your family.
What makes Rise by Athlon different from other apartment communities?
Rise by Athlon is Dubai's first active living community, LEED Platinum Pre-Certified and Fitwel Certified, featuring 8 uniquely themed buildings with dedicated amenities. The development offers two distinct loops—Active Loop and Recovery Loop—direct connection to Al Qudra's 86 km cycling track, and 10+ km of interconnected walking, running, and cycling loops.
What is LEED Platinum certification?
LEED Platinum is the highest level of certification awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council for sustainable building design, energy efficiency, water conservation, and environmental responsibility. Rise by Athlon is part of UAE's first LEED Platinum certified masterplan community.
What is life like in Rise by Athlon?
Life in Rise by Athlon revolves around active living, outdoor movement, and wellness. Residents access 10+ km of cycling and running tracks, themed tower amenities, 7 clubhouses, central park, and direct Al Qudra track connection. The masterplan integrates retail, dining, and everyday services on-site, creating a self-contained environment where pedestrian and cycling movement are prioritised.
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