About Rochester 

Featuring over 200 magnificent villas and townhouses, Rochester is an elegant living environment and sub community of DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) best for people looking for property for rent in UAE. This project of master developers DAMAC properties is located in Dubailand. It not only offers exquisite amenities and the wonderful scenic views but also various leisure spaces, private gardens, tranquil atmosphere and retail options to its residents.

Besides its highly detailed interior, the best thing is that the residential units are set amidst lush green landscapes and watercourses and all of them showcase contemporary architecture and superior finishes. Moreover, Damac Hills Rochester’s prime location provides residents easy access to main landmarks or major spots of Dubai like leisure destinations and business districts. Overall, this place is the ideal destination for people who want to live an upscale lifestyle in Dubai. 

IN A NUTSHELL:

• A prestigious residential development set on the southwestern end within the popular golf community in Dubai, UAE.
• Offers meticulously designed property for sale in UAE– 3,4 and 5-bedroom villas and townhouses with luxury living and modern amenities, representing outdoor lifestyle at its finest. 
• The residential unit is an ideal place to live for natural therapy as it provides residents with the comfort of living in a tranquil environment. 
• Nearby amenities include schools, golf courses, clinics, parks, fitness centers and supermarkets.

NEIGHBOURHOOD 

Amongst many sub-communities of The Park Villas, DAMAC Hills, Rochester offers residential units as property for sale in UAE that are set between lush green landscapes and stunning views. The reason why it is popular among golfers is because it is close to the Trump International Golf Club.

There are numerous leisure activities like wellness centers and luxurious spas where residents can chill and enjoy with their friends and family. Moreover, with many wide open spaces and entertainment facilities, residents can also enjoy the food trucks, water sports and other vibrant environments in the community.

SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES NEAR ROCHESTER 

People who will invest in property for sale in UAE near Rochester, DAMAC Hills greatly benefit from its strategic location. There are many schools and universities within the community that offer quality education. Below are the nurseries near the community:

• The Blossoms Mudon Nursery
• CreaKids
• Wonder Years Nursery
• Dibber Nurseries (10 classrooms, an open play area and different rooms for infants and toddlers with sleeping areas)

Here are some schools near Rochester:

• Ranches Primary School
• Jebel Ali School (6 minute drive)
• Fairgreen International School (10 minute drive)

The Academic City and Knowledge Park are two educational hubs of Dubai located at a 24 minute drive from the community. While Academic City features Manipal Academy and Zayed University, Knowledge Park features Middlesex University, University of Wollongong, etc. 

MALLS AND RESTAURANTS NEAR ROCHESTER

Residents have access to many family friendly and fast food restaurants near Rochester where they can enjoy quality time with their family and friends. Trump Clubhouse offers an amazing fine dining experience. Below are some more restaurants and cafes at Ranches Souk:

• McDonald’s 
• Leila
• Caribou Coffee
• Paul
• Chez Sushi
• Coldstone Creamery 

Other established restaurants near Rochester include:

• Prato Italian Restaurant
• Hook and Coke Restaurant
• Tuk Tuk Thai Food Restaurant (famous for serving the best Thai food in the town)
• Marina Bonita Taco Shop & Grill 

There are many convenient shopping destinations residents can visit for their groceries and lifestyle needs. Popular malls for shopping near Rochester are:

• My City Centre Al Barsha (12 minute drive via Al Qudra Road (D63))
• City Centre Me’aisem (10 minute drive away)
• The Ranches Souk 
• Cityland Mall (17 minutes away)

CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR ROCHESTER 

Below are the medical healthcare clinics near Rochester that provide world class medical facilities and treatments:

• The Chiron Clinic 
• Dr Anand Shenoy Dental Clinic
• Aster Clinic

In addition to this, people who invest in apartments for sale in Dubai near Rochester will also find many pharmacies and healthcare centers near the community to meet their growing demand for medicine. These pharmacies include BinSina Pharmacy, Life Pharmacy and Aster Pharmacy. 

TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN ROCHESTER 

All parking spaces in Rochester are well organized because residents at the DAMAC Hills community have their own allocated parking spaces. The community’s Villas and townhouse units offer covered parking spaces for 2 cars. If we talk about visitors, they are free to use the space outside the home to park their car as there is ample parking space in the expansive community. 

PLACES TO WORSHIP NEAR ROCHESTER 

Al Madina Al Mustadama Mosque and Mudon Mosque are some mosques near Rochester. Residents can visit these mosques daily because both of them are just 8 minute drive away. Remraam, the Sustainable City and Al Adel Mosque are some other mosques you will find in the vicinity. 

Other places to worship near Rochester include Guru Nanak Darbar and Zodiac Temple. Both of them are at a distance of 25 minutes from the community. Churches near Rochester are St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church. Since these churches are a bit far from the community, residents will need at least 25-30 minutes to drive and reach here. 

SOCIAL COMMUNITY GROUPS 

The community has a group on Facebook with the name “DAMAC Hills (Akoya) Dubai, Owners & Residents”. Residents who want to keep themselves informed and updated with all the community activities and events can join this group. It will also help them engage and interact with other members of the community. One thing to know here is that the residents of Rochester do not have a Facebook group yet.

REASONS TO INVEST IN ROCHESTER, DAMAC HILLS COMMUNITY

Generally, people who invest in apartments for sale in Dubai enjoy stability and high rental returns. And considering the increasing popularity of the Dubailand area, investing in DAMAC hills is surely a good decision that will reap many benefits for real estate investors. Here are some reasons to invest in this popular destination for real estate investment in Dubai:

• Possibility of getting a long stay visa with property ownership
• High rental returns
• Diversification of the real estate investment portfolio 
• Long term mortgage woes 
• Real estate prices elevate with time

THINGS TO CONSIDER 

Although Rochester is a peaceful community featuring deluxe and modern villas, it might not be ideal for people looking for property for rent in UAE that rely on public transportation. That is because metro stations are a little far away from the community.