Al Baraha, Deira

Al Baraha is a residential development in Deira offering a range of apartments and villas at reasonable rents. Al Khaleej Street (D92) and Al Rasheed Road (D82) bound the community from the northern and southern ends, respectively. The neighbourhood is home to renowned medical facilities and several communal facilities such as supermarkets and mosques.

• A waterfront community in Deira
• Affordable rents and prime location
• Suitable accommodation for singletons
• In proximity to the main roads

Existing in a commercial district that is also the hub of activities, Al Baraha has lit and lively streets. It connects to Abu Hail near Fish Roundabout where you can see many people on the go. Here, the residential properties exist amid shops, offices, malls and leisure points so residents rarely feel the need to go outside for any reason. Residents have quick access to:

• Basic living amenities within the vicinity
• Many cafés, shops and hotels
• Bus stations around the town

Deira being the oldest neighbourhood reflects old Arabian culture with traditional architecture and historical monuments. Similarly, Al Baraha makes for a close-knit residential district tied to its roots which still shows in its construction.

Properties in Al Baraha include apartment buildings and independent houses. These are usually available for rent while one may also find some villas for sale. The community is popular for apartment rentals because it offers affordability and easy commute options.

Finding parking spaces in Al Baraha won’t be difficult as it is a well-planned development. Residents get a dedicated stop within the complex while visitors can park their cars in public parking areas.

Major modes of transportation in Al Baraha are bus links and taxis. There are many bus stations scattered around the area. Besides, the nearest metro station is a short drive located in Muteena and Hor Al Anz. These include Baniyas Square Station and Gold Souk Metro Station on the Green Line of Dubai Metro. Also, residents with private conveyance can access Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) in less than 20 minutes via Abu Baker Al Siddique Road (D78).

Jishar Supermarket and Almaya Supermarket are the two go-to supermarkets in Al Baraha. More options like LuLu Centre and Happy Land Supermarket are in the neighbouring localities reachable within 5 to 8 minutes.

Residents can find many community mosques in Al Baraha such as Rahma Al Shamsi Mosque, Masjid Hamja Bin Abdul Muthalif Mosque and Latifa Mosque. Besides, the most popular and oldest mosque in Deira, Omar Ali Bin Haider Mosque is accessible within 8 minutes. Worshippers from around the town gather here on special occasions like Eid prayers forming a big crowd of over 1,000 people.

Christian community can visit Winners Chapel International Dubai in a short drive. Also, those looking for a Hindu temple near Al Baraha can access Shrinath Ji Temple and Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir on Al Fahidi Street.

There are many reputable options for kids’ schooling. Happy Kids Nursery is within the community while nearby options include:

• The Primary Nursery
• Tiny Tots Nursery
• Spectrum Nursery

All three options are a few blocks away in Abu Hail.

Other schools in Al Baraha are:

• Amna Bint Wahab Secondary Girls School
• Religious Boys’ School for Secondary Education

Amna Bin Wahab Secondary Girls School is a government school in Dubai for Grade 10 to Grade 12 students. One can also find The Elite English School and Omar Bin Al Khattab Model School at a 10-minute drive.

Clinics and hospitals in Al Baraha have been servicing the area for many years. Popular options include:

• Dubai Hospital
• Al Kuwait Hospital
• Belhoul Specialty Hospital

Listed among the best government hospitals in Dubai, Dubai Hospital is a well-reputed healthcare facility in the area. It is located on the north-eastern side of the community with easy access from anywhere in the neighbourhood. Al Kuwait Hospital, previously known as Al Baraha Hospital, is another renowned facility offering services for cardiology, neurology, dentistry and other diseases. One can also get regular medicines and medical tools from pharmacies in the community such as Al Shihhe Pharmacy, Sahar Pharmacy and Life Pharmacy.

These are the direct neighbours of Al Baraha:

• Al Muteena
• Al Murar
• Naif
• Abu Hail

One can find Deira Corniche, a commercial district and centre of tourism to the north and Al Muteena to the south of the community. Also, sister community Al Muraqqabat – the home of Deira Clocktower is 11 minutes to the south.

One can never run out of options for typical shopping sprees around here. There are several malls near Al Baraha including old souks and markets attracting visitors every day. These are the most popular options nearby:

• Al Ghurair Centre
• Deira City Centre
• Waterfront Market

Decades-old Al Ghurair Centre has remained a popular choice among families and youngsters alike. The mall expanded in 2013 offering more dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities alongside making room for offices and 5-star hotel suites.

Moreover, City Centre Deira is a firm favourite shopping and entertainment point. With more than 1.2 million sq. ft. of retail space, the mall has 11-screen VOX Cinemas, VOX Café and over 370 brand outlets and shops. These include Paris Gallery, Debenhams, Virgin Megastore and Carrefour Hypermarket. Children and adults who are fond of video games and theme rides will love it in Magic Planet while others can spend time in Bowling City. Besides the 8-lane bowling arena, one can grab treats from the snack bar, sing in karaoke or enjoy billiards and network games.

The community is loaded with popular food chains and eateries. Popular ones are Danilo Restaurant, Punjab Darbar Restaurant, Danillo, Al Baraha Star Restaurant and Picnic Cafeteria Hub.

Within Al Ghurair Centre, you will find a variety of cuisines from around the world including American, Italian Indian, Oriental, Eastern and European. Other restaurants nearby are Dukem Grill and Restaurant and Lahore Darbar.

Deira is a waterfront community and living in Al Baraha means you are always close to the Corniche vistas. But if you want to plan a fun-filled picnic under the sun, Al Mamzar Beach Park is a family favourite beach near the residential area. Besides water sports activities, it has a strip of stalls offering a variety of hot and cold beverages.

Al Baraha is a lively residential district in Dubai’s most happening commercial site and leisure destination. It is in proximity to traditional old souks, museums and entertainment sites.

If you’re up for some cosy movie nights, head towards Aloft City Centre Deira which offers an amazing outdoor cinema experience on starry nights. Moreover, the Hummer Desert Safari Site is a short drive away from Al Baraha if you’re up for an adventurous trip on sandy dunes.

Bait Al Banat Women’s Museum is another popular leisure activity around the town for those fond of art and history. One of the best museums in Dubai that displays artwork by female artists around the world has many visitors daily. It is in Gold Souk, a short drive away.

Last, parents can plan a trip for kids to Dubai Dolphinarium around 15 minutes away. The place has amusing shows and performances where dolphins and seals dance, sing, paint and do acrobatic tricks. One can also participate in swimming sessions with dolphins for real.

There are many fitness clubs near the community accessible within a few minutes such as:

• Asian Gulf Fitness Centre
• Griffins Health Club and Luxury Spa

Also, moving to Al Baraha may seem like you have entered a community that never sleeps. As for outdoor activities, there are several parks nearby including Al Muteena Park, Abu Hail Park and Hor Al Anz Community Park. Those who wish for some relaxing treats can head straight towards spas and salons like Taki Spa and Health Club and Miracle Touch Salon.

There’s hardly any dull day in this part of the Emirate. Thanks to the numerous museums and heritage sites including Al Ahmadiya School & Heritage House in the vicinity, residents are never away from exhibitions and events. Those who are fond of music can attend nightly concerts at Boracay, Asiana Hotel. Moreover, Mamzar Beach hosts many festivals with fireworks throughout the year.

With streets that never sleep and a neighborhood that’s always bustling, living in Deira's pros and cons might seem overwhelming to some. It is not for those who look for a cosy and silent environment in a tucked-away locality. Similarly, Al Baraha is most suitable for professionals, youngsters and frequent travellers as the place offers affordable rentals and is situated near major commercial hubs and leisure destinations.

Al Baraha is a part of Deira Dubai situated adjacent to Corniche Deira.

There is a mix of apartments and villas in Al Baraha available for rent and sale.

• Dubai International Airport is reachable in around 14 minutes
• Deira Clock Tower, Al Maktoum Road is 9 minutes away
• Deira Waterfront Market is only 6 minutes away