Al Barsha rental guide

Established residential

Typical annual rent

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BedroomTypicalRangeDLD sample
StudioAED 48,000AED 44,000 to AED 52,000

Based on 377 leases in this community

1-bedroomAED 67,000AED 60,000 to AED 76,000

Based on 3,635 leases in this community

2-bedroomAED 92,000AED 80,000 to AED 106,000

Based on 2,852 leases in this community

3-bedroomAED 135,000AED 120,000 to AED 166,500

Based on 411 leases in this community

4-bedroomAED 265,000AED 210,000 to AED 315,000

Based on 275 leases in this community

5-bedroomAED 315,000AED 260,000 to AED 400,000

Based on 284 leases in this community

Source: Dubai Land Department · last 24 months · Al Barsha

About this established residential community

Al Barsha is an established residential neighborhood, anchored by the Mall of the Emirates. It is a mid-range area that offers a central location, good metro access, and a wide range of amenities, all at prices below the Marina/Downtown corridor.

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The area has a distinctly local feel compared to newer master-planned communities. Streets are lined with independent restaurants, small shops, and community services. Al Barsha is divided into sub-areas (Al Barsha 1, 2, 3, South), each with slightly different character and pricing. Its central location is the main draw, roughly equidistant to the beach, Downtown, and the inner suburbs, and the metro connection makes it straightforward to reach all three without a car.

Best for

  • Centrally located families
  • Mid-range budget seekers
  • Mall of the Emirates regulars
  • Metro-dependent residents

Not ideal for

  • Waterfront and view seekers
  • Ultra-premium seekers
  • Master-planned community seekers

Commute times

DIFC
15 min (off-peak), 25-35 min (peak)
Dubai Marina
10 min (off-peak), 20 min (peak). Metro: 10 min.
Downtown Dubai
15 min (off-peak), 25-30 min (peak). Metro: 15 min.
Jumeirah Beach
10-15 min drive

Mall of the Emirates Metro Station (Red Line). Sharaf DG Metro Station.

Amenities

Schools (3)
  • American School of Dubai (nearby)
  • GEMS World Academy
  • Dubai National School - Al Barsha
Hospitals (3)
  • Saudi German Hospital - Al Barsha
  • Mediclinic Al Sufouh
  • Al Zahra Hospital - Al Barsha
Malls (2)
  • Mall of the Emirates
  • My City Centre Al Barsha
Groceries (4)
  • Carrefour (Mall of the Emirates)
  • Spinneys
  • Choithrams
  • Union Coop
Gyms (3)
  • Fitness First - Mall of the Emirates
  • GymNation - Al Quoz
  • Gold's Gym

Practicalities

Typical cheques
2-4 cheques standard.
Parking
Varies. Older buildings have limited parking. Newer developments offer 1-2 per unit. Street parking available but regulated (RTA).
Pets
Mixed. Older buildings may restrict. Newer developments more accommodating. Limited dedicated pet areas.
Noise
Moderate. Traffic noise on main roads. Interior streets are quieter. Proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road affects some buildings.
Seasonality
Sep-Nov strongest demand. Fairly stable year-round due to central location.

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