Al Barsha is a neighborhood geographically located in the center of Dubai. Al Barsha is home to the Mall of The Emirates, one of the most famous luxury shopping malls in Dubai. The Al Barsha neighborhood is divided into several sub-neighborhoods such as Arjan and Jumeirah Village Circle.
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Al Barsha ! A neighborhood in the center of
Dubaiwhich includes the famous "
Mall of the Emirates". A global neighborhood, divided into several communities, or sub-neighborhoods, like Arjan or
Jumeirah Village CircleThis makes it one of the most attractive locations in which to invest in Dubai real estate. In fact, the Dubai Immo teams can tell you absolutely everything you need to know about it.
Al Barsha: neighbourhood presentation
The atmosphere of the Al Barsha district
Dynamic, popular neighborhood,
Al Barsha is located to the west of Dubai. It is renowned for its many restaurants, stores and luxury hotels, as well as for its high-quality residences in which to invest.
Where is Al Barsha?
The Al Barsha district in
DubaiIt is about twenty minutes from downtown Dubai. It is also about thirty minutes from the
international airport (DXB). It's an easily accessible neighborhood that lets you enjoy all the beautiful things the city has to offer!
Population and diversity
In the
Al Barsha districtare mainly expatriates who work in the center of Paris.
Dubai or nearby, as well as families investing in real estate. Some locations may be particularly popular with tourists, and therefore, short term rentals. Indeed, investors like to rent out their properties to people visiting the Emirates for a few days or weeks. Generally speaking, the area remains fairly quiet.
The real estate market in Al Barsha
Interested in investing in real estate in Dubai? Here's everything you need to know about the real estate market in Al Barsha. From house prices to rentals, here's all the information you need to keep in mind!
What are the prices of apartments in Al Barsha?
You wish to
buy an apartment in the Al Barsha district ? A studio apartment generally costs between AED 300 and 600,000 (approx. 75 to 150,000 euros), while a one-bedroom apartment costs between AED 500 and 1,000,000 (approx. 125 to 250,000 euros). For a two-bedroom apartment, you're looking at between AED 800,0000 and 1.5 million (or between €200 and €375,000). For 3 or 4-bedroom apartments, prices soar from AED 1.5 to 2 or even 3 million.
What are the prices of villas in the Al Barsha district?
There are a few villas for sale in Arjan and Jumeirah Village Circle. Villas are generally quite expensive. To buy a house in JVC, the property developer
Green Group proposes the project
AutoGraph x Serieswith villas priced at 900,000 euros! For more information on the different programs on offer or in the pipeline, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our teams remain at your disposal and will get back to you as soon as possible.
Factors influencing prices
Whether in the
Al Barsha district or anywhere else in Dubai, there are many factors that influence prices. Firstly, the law of supply and demand. Indeed, the greater the demand from the investing public, the higher prices are likely to rise, demonstrating the dynamism and interest in Dubai.
Emirate.
Other factors, such as property size, also come into play. A studio will inevitably be less expensive than an apartment with two or three bedrooms. Then there's the location of the property, as well as the ancillary services available within the residence in question.
A studio available for purchase in a residence that boasts a swimming pool, a state-of-the-art gym and lounge area, a private cinema, sports fields, etc. will always be more expensive than a studio offered for sale in an outdated residence that offers absolutely none of these services.
Cost of rent in Al Barsha
In Al Barsha, here's how much you can expect to rent out your home, especially if you're buying for purely rental purposes:
- Studio: between AED 40,000 and 70,000 (approx. €10,000 to €18,000) per year
- One-bedroom apartment: between AED 60,000 and AED 100,000 (approx. €15,000 to €25,000) per year
- Two-bedroom apartment: between AED 90,000 and 150,000 (approx. €22,000 to €37,000) per year
- Three-bedroom apartment: between AED 120,000 and 200,000 (approx. €30,000 to €50,000) per year
Daily life in Al Barsha
Lunch, dinner and drinks in Al Barsha
What to do in Al Barsha? Where to go out, whether for a bite to eat or a drink in the company of friends and family?
The best restaurants
To eat in a good restaurant in Al Barsha, you can go to one of these establishments that we have selected for you:
- Bait Al Mandi: A Yemeni restaurant offering authentic cuisine in a modern setting. Located on Al Barsha Road, behind the Mall of the Emirates, this restaurant specializes in Mandi, a traditional Yemeni dish.
- Elements Restaurant: A restaurant offering a variety of international and European dishes. It is located on Al Abraj Street in Al Barsha 1.
- Zaina Restaurant: This restaurant offers a variety of cuisine, including Italian dishes and sushi. You can find it at Al Barsha 1, rue 23a.
- Golden Fork Fresh Food Restaurant: A well-established restaurant chain in the United Arab Emirates, offering fresh seafood, juicy steaks, burgers and vegetarian dishes. Their Al Barsha location is opposite Sharaf DG metro station, in the Rose Park Hotel building.
Cafés and places to relax
What about a nice place to go for a good cup of coffee? Here are some of our favorite places. Quality establishments where you can sit back and have a good time, with your loved ones.
- Brambles: A café serving international cuisine. I highly recommend trying their acai peanut butter bowl.
- Emporio Armani Cafe: A trendy café where you can enjoy a varied menu. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the menu is magnificent.
- Aspen by Kempinski: This European café serves a delicious breakfast. Amal made our meal even more enjoyable.
- Common Grounds: A health-focused café, where you can enjoy a very fresh and filling bowl of acai. Brunch is also excellent.
Bars and nightlife
For a drink, a beer or a cocktail, you'll find a selection of very pleasant places to sit back and enjoy a lovely evening with beautiful views.
- Maxx Music Bar: Located in the Citymax hotel, behind the Mall of the Emirates, Maxx Music Bar offers live concerts, a delicious selection of light dishes and an endless variety of cocktails, champagne, wines and tequilas. Hits from the 80s, 90s and 2000s add a timeless touch to the ambience.
- The Huddle Sports Bar and Grill: Also located in the Citymax hotel, The Huddle is one of Dubai's best sports bars. Here you can enjoy delicious snacks while watching your favorite matches on large screens.
- Sherlock's Pub: Inspired by the famous character Sherlock Holmes, this bar offers a traditional English pub atmosphere. Enjoy live music and a private dining area.
Store and day-to-day shopping in Al Barsha
What about places to do your daily shopping in Al Barsha? Here are some of the main supermarkets, shopping centers and grocery stores you'll find on site.
Supermarkets and grocery stores
In the Al Barsha district, you'll find several supermarkets, as well as boutiques.
Carrefour or
Spinneys. These are stores where you'll find absolutely everything you need (food, health, hygiene, household products, etc.) at the best prices. You'll also find a Union Coop, a West Zone Fresh Supermarket and an Al Maya Supermarket. All at the best prices.
Boutiques and specialty stores
The Al Barsha district is home to the
Mall of the Emirates. This is one of Dubai's largest shopping malls. On site, you'll find a wide variety of stores. We're thinking of clothing boutiques, electrical goods stores, sports stores, video games and culture. You'll also find a large cinema and even... a ski slope. In all, there are 560 stores. In other words, you'll find absolutely everything you need on site.
Sports and activities in Al Barsha
Sports centers and gymnasiums
In this
Al BarshaThere's no shortage of places to work out. In fact, there are a number of sports centers and gyms. These include
Nitro Gym DubaiThe gym is equipped with top-notch equipment and renowned trainers. You'll also find the
Apex Al Barsha Sports Center (including tennis lessons), IGNITE Sport Services and Body Master Gym. The real estate residences in which you may be buying an apartment also have state-of-the-art gyms.
Parks and green spaces
Al Barsha is a fairly large district, grouping together a number of other sub-districts, as well as a number of parks and green spaces. These include the
Dubai Miracle Garden as well as
Dubai Butterfly Parkwhich are two of the best-known and most popular parks among locals. If you love nature and green, we also invite you to enjoy Al Barsha Pond Park. It's a great place to take a stroll, with playgrounds, sports fields and a large pond.
Must-sees in Al Barsha
In Dubai, there are a number of must-see places to visit. Here's a quick overview of what you can do and see...
Historical monuments and sites
In the Al Barsha district, the most iconic site to visit remains the
Mall of the EmiratesWith the ski resort inside! But for the rest, with just 10 to 15 minutes of transport, you'll be able to discover some of Dubai's most beautiful tourist sites, such as the
Burj Khalifathe
Burj al Arabthe beaches of
JumeirahIf you have the chance, don't hesitate to visit the souk and old Dubai.
Cultural spaces and museums
Two of the most interesting museums to visit in Dubai are the
Dubai Museum and the
Etihad Museum. They tell the story of local life before these impressive oil and gas resources were discovered. Other cultural spaces, such as the
Dubai Opera or the Museum of Islamic Arts and the Jumeirah Mosque are well worth a closer look. Despite all the hype, Dubai is a cultural city, with plenty to discover and learn.
Services and amenities in Al Barsha
What about health and education? Is Al Barsha a family-friendly neighborhood?
Health
When it comes to healthcare, many things have been put in place in Dubai to ensure access to care for all local residents.
Hospitals and clinics
If you need to be accompanied, for treatment or surgery, there are several options. The first is Emirates Hospital Jumeirah. It specializes in pneumology, radiology, cardiology, etc. You'll also find Mediclinic facilities (Mediclinic City Hospital, Mediclinic Parkview Hospital and Mediclinic Welcare Hospital) and Medcare clinics. These are top-quality establishments, where you'll receive a warm welcome from fully qualified, English-speaking staff.
Pharmacies and medical services
À
Al BarshaYou'll find pharmacies in the Mall of the Emirates! But you'll find pharmacies all over this part of the city, like the
MedXthe
Gulf or the
Life. These are pharmacies.
classics"You'll find them all over town, where you can buy every kind of medicine you might need to treat yourself. The English-speaking staff will be able to assist you perfectly.
Public transport in Al Barsha
What about public transport?
Bus and metro lines
There are two metro stations close to Al Barsha in Dubai. These are the Mall of the Emirates station and the Sharad DG station. These stations are on the local metro's red line. By bus, you can take lines 8, 9, 88 or F29. Al Barsha is a district that, in fine, is particularly well located, making it super accessible.
Accessibility and frequency
In Dubai, bus and metro services operate every day of the week, between midnight and 5am. These services run every 5 to 10 minutes at peak times, and every 10 to 15 minutes at most during off-peak hours. Naturally, timetables are subject to change, depending on the day of the week or even if it's an important public holiday. Don't hesitate to download the RTA app (Dubai's public transport agency) to get a clearer idea of when the next metro or bus will be running.
Schools in Al Barsha
The
Al Barsha districtA number of primary, secondary and international schools. These include the Dubai International Academy. You'll also find Victory Height Primary School and Nord Anglia International School. If you'd like your child to study at a French school in Dubai, the Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou is recognized and certified as a school that offers the French curriculum from kindergarten to the end of high school.
Other aspects to consider at Al Barsha
Safety and quality of life
What's the latest on security in Dubai's Al Barsha district?
Crime rates
In the
Al Barsha district and in Dubai as a whole, the crime rate is one of the lowest in the world. You'll be at virtually no risk. There are several reasons for this, starting with the fact that the police are everywhere, every day. They speak English and will be able to help you if you have any problems. Last but not least, the sentences handed down to those found guilty are generally exemplary and dissuasive.
Security services
In the event of an emergency, here are the numbers to call as soon as possible to ensure rapid treatment:
- Font: 999
- Firefighters: 997
- Ambulance: 998
Environment and sustainability at Al Barsha
A very popular area for real estate investors, Al Barsha has it all! It's a dynamic neighborhood, where real estate developers have decided to do everything in their power to enable people who care about the environment to position themselves in high value-added properties. Eco-construction, better management of natural resources, parks and green spaces... More and more, these elements are being taken into account and integrated into developers' strategies, to enable people to buy and live in or rent quality, sustainable housing.