Al Qusais 1, Al Qusais

Al Qusais is one of the oldest and culturally rich areas of Dubai. The area is split into two main clusters – Al Qusais Residential Area and Al Qusais Industrial Area. The residential area is categorised into three zones: Al Qusais 1, Al Qusais 2 and Al Qusais 3.

Al Qusais 1 is a sub-community of Al Qusais. This mixed-use community is home to numerous commercial and residential properties. One can find primary and recreational facilities such as hospitals, supermarkets, mosques, schools, hotels and restaurants at short intervals.

• Located in Al Qusais
• A part of the Al Qusais Residential Area
• Offer apartments, villas, residential plots, offices and warehouses
• Proximity to lifestyle amenities

Popular points of interest for those living in Al Qusais 1 Dubai include:

• Home to Al Qusais Community Park
• Access to bus stops and Stadium Metro Station
• Proximity to Al Ittihad Road (E11)

Al Qusais 1 occupies a strategic location and is well connected to Sharjah and the rest of Dubai. Also, there are numerous bus stops and Stadium Metro Station within the community for an easy commute. One can expect a comfortable lifestyle close to Al Qusais Community Park, notable schools, supermarkets, mosques and healthcare facilities.

Residential properties in Al Qusais 1 Dubai include apartments and villas. The apartments are available as studios to 3-bedroom units. These residential units feature master bedrooms, a built-in wardrobe, en-suite bathrooms, a closed kitchen, a balcony with a splendid view and covered car parking.

There are a few 4-bedroom villas in the neighbourhood. These are single storey units with bedrooms and a spacious garden.

Commercial properties in Al Qusais 1 Dubai include offices spanning 200 sq. ft. to 1,700 sq. ft.

Apartments for rent in Al Qusais 1 enjoy an excellent demand because of their affordable asking rates.

The rental trends for different bed types are as follows:

• Tenants looking for reasonable living space within a budget can rent studios in Al Qusais 1 for AED 22k to AED 40k per annum.
• Rents for 1-bedroom apartments in Al Qusais 1 are as low as AED 26k and as high as AED 49k per annum.
• The 2-BHK flats for rent in Al Qusais 1 can cost AED 29k to 67k per annum
• The rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Al Qusais 1 lies between AED 43k and AED 80k per annum

Those searching for other options can consider similar apartments for rent in Al Qusais.

Villas for rent in Al Qusais 1 comes in 4-bedroom configurations. The rent for a 4-bedroom villa in Al Qusais 1 is AED 140k per annum.

Prospective renters can check out other rental villas in Al Qusais in different configurations and price ranges.

There are few commercial properties available for renting purposes.

• Rents for offices in Al Qusais 1 range from AED 10k to 97k per annum
• The rental price of warehouses in Al Qusais 1 starts from AED 240k per annum

For investment purposes, there are residential buildings and residential plots. The sale trend for these properties are as follows:

• Residential plots for sale in Al Qusais 1 are available for AED 9.6M
• Residential buildings for sale in Al Qusais 1 are priced at AED 150M

There are few commercial plots for sale in Al Qusais 1 for AED 4.9M.

Al Qusais 1 is a famous residential district and a tourist spot. There are many hotels within the sub-community, including:

• Al Bustan Center and Residence
• Miramar Hotel Apartments
• Lucky Gem Holiday Home
• Hampton by Hilton Dubai Airport

Al Bustan Centre and Residence is a 4-star hotel located at Al Bustan Centre, Al Nahda Road, Al Qusais 1. The spacious accommodation features a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, a tea/coffee maker and crockery. Each room is air-conditioned and fitted with a satellite TV. The hotel has a well-equipped fitness centre, an outdoor swimming pool and relaxing massage therapies. Guests can play tennis or relax in the sauna.

Miramar Hotel Apartments is 3-star hotel accommodation in the sub-community. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, a minibar, and a kitchenette. Amenities that you can enjoy during the stay include a concierge and an on-site pool.

Lucky Gem Holiday Home has airconditioned rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a microwave, a kettle and a fridge. There is a private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Other amenities include a restaurant, a fitness centre, a shared lounge, a sauna and a terrace.

Hampton by Hilton Dubai Airport is a 3-star hotel located at Damascus Street, Al Qusais. Being one of the top Hilton hotels in Dubai, each guest room has signature Hampton bedding and comfortable furniture. Hotel amenities include a fully-equipped fitness centre and an outdoor swimming pool.

There are plenty of parking spaces in Al Qusais `1 for residents and visitors. Residents will find a parking spot within the residential premises while visitors can use street parking spaces.

Those who rely on public transportation in Al Qusais 1 Dubai can find bus stops and metro stations. The nearest bus stops are located at Al Nahda Street. These include Al Nahda, Shabab Alahli Club 1 and Al Nahda, Shabab Alahli Club 2 bus stops.

Al Qusais has five Green Line metro stations. It is one of the top areas for those looking for rental apartments near Dubai Metro stations. Residents can catch a metro from Stadium and Al Nahda Metro Station. Both are a 2 to 6-minute drive from the neighbourhood.

Residents are never too far away from a grocery store. Out of many supermarkets in Al Qusais 1, some popular ones include New Ashkanany Super Market, Al Bustan Supermarket LLC, Freshpack Supermarket, Shams Al Qusais Grocery LLC and Hayat Al Madina Supermarket.

These marts are located within 10 minutes. Some local stores are within walking distance. Furthermore, you can head to the massive LuLu Hypermarket next to the Stadium Metro Station. It is one of the branches of LuLu Hypermarkets in the UAE that provides a convenient shopping experience to residents.

There are several mosques in Al Qusais 1 located within walking distance. Burhani Masjid, Al Islah Mosque, Al Noor Mosque Dubai and Masjid Amr Ibn Al Aas mosque, Al Qusais, are about a 5-minute drive away.

The Church of Pentecost Dubai in Al Qusais Industrial Area 1 and the International Baptist Church in Al Nahda 2 are a 10-minute drive by car.

A 14-minute drive to Oud Metha Road leads to some of the best churches in Dubai. These include St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral, Coptic Church, The Dubai City Church, etc.

Hindu residents can find temples in Bur Dubai at a 24-minute drive from the sub-community. These include Shiva Temple, Sindhi Gurdarbar, ShrinathJi Temple and Shree Krishna Haveli.

Parents can consider sending their toddlers to the World Nursery located in Al Twar 1 at a 4-minute drive for early education. Active Mindz Nursery on Al Ittihad Road is another nearest option, at a 5-minute drive by car.

There are many schools in the area, including:

• Woodlem Park School Dubai
• The Westminster School
• Crescent English High School
• American International School

Woodlem Park School Dubai was previously known as Bilva Indian School. The syllabus is based on the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. As for young learners, the school adopts the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Woodlem Park School offers classes from Pre-KG to Grade 10. The KHDA rated the latest performance of the school as ‘Good’.

The Westminster School is a primary and secondary school owned by the GEMS Education Group. It is one of the best schools in Al Qusais that follows the National Curriculum of England.

Crescent English High School is located in one of the busy districts of Al Qusais. It follows the Indian curriculum from Kindergarten until Grade 12. Categorised as one of the best affordable schools in Dubai, it is a popular educational option among Indian families. The school has been recently rated ‘Acceptable’ by the KHDA.

American International School was established in August 2003. It is a part of Athena Education and follows the American curriculum from Kindergarten level until Grade 12. The school offers state-of-the-art facilities in elementary, middle and secondary sections.

Those seeking higher education can find Emirates College for Management & Information Technology and Higher College of Technology Dubai. Both are located in Al Nahda 2, just 8 minutes away.

Clinics and Hospitals near Al Qusais 1 include:

• Thumbay Hospital Dubai
• Lakeshore Medical Centre – Aesthetics & Wellness
• Clinicare Dr John Clinic

A branch of Thumbay Hospital is located at 13th Street, Near Stadium Metro Station, Behind Lulu Hypermarket, Al Qusais. The hospital features a well-equipped Accident and Emergency Department, dietician’s services, 24/7 pharmacies, electronic kiosks, a coffee shop, and a terrace restaurant. With several other medical facilities, the Thumbay Chain of Hospitals is one of the best hospitals in Dubai.

Lakeshore Aesthetics and Wellness Center is located in Al Bustan Center. It offers comprehensive treatments in Dermatology, Laser Treatments, Aesthetics, Dental and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Other medical facilities within the vicinity are Clinicare Dr John Clinic, Abeer Al Noor Polyclinic Qusais and Dr Joseph Polyclinic.

The sub-community is surrounded by Al Qusais 2, Al Qusais Industrial Area 1, Al Nahda, Hor Al Anz East and Al Twar 1.

Some notable malls nearby include:

• Eternity Style
• Royal Bustan
• Al Mulla Plaza

Eternity Style and Royal Bustan are some famous shopping destinations located within the vicinity.

Al Mulla Plaza is one of the oldest and most well-known community shopping centres located on the Dubai-Sharjah border. You can find retail stores ranging from fabric shops to outlets selling abayas, jewellery, souvenirs, watches, etc. Some renowned stores at this mall are Color Land Decor, Roga Fashion and Dar al Bawady Textiles.

There are plenty of local eateries, cafes and casual dining restaurants in Al Qusais 1 Dubai. Some of the popular ones are:

• Burger Live Restaurant
• Tal Al Zaatar Grill & Restaurant
• Levantish Lebanese Restaurant & Sweets
• Sip & Dine Restaurant
• Grills Corner Restaurant
• Sama Al Khair Restaurant & Cafeteria
• Ever Fine Restaurant
• The Gourmet Bistro Restaurant
• FrazerTown Restaurant
• Paramount Restaurant Qusais

Foodies can also dine at some of the top restaurants in Al Qusais, which are a short drive away. These include:

• The Charcoal Shack
• Levant’ish
• Haddad Restaurant
• Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant Qusais
• Papaya Salad Restaurant
• Asian Flavors

Al Mamzar Beach Park is one of the popular spots for beachgoers at a 13-minute drive by car. It is home to five beaches, a kid’s play area, an open amphitheatre and many swimming pools. Visitors can also enjoy watersports activities at the park, such as jet skiing and snorkelling.

Residents can also find Al Khan Beach at a 14-minute drive.

Some prominent leisure places nearby are:

• Al Ahli Horse Riding Centre
• Al Qusais Pond Park

Al Ahli Horse Riding Centre is a popular leisure spot located at Amman Street, Al Qusais, opposite LuLu Center. The venue is a beautiful place to train for pony riding, general riding, horsemanship and showjumping. It is one of Dubai’s best horse riding places, located within a 6-minute drive.

Al Qusais Pond Park is one of the best parks in Dubai. It offers a wide range of facilities to visitors. The park has a 2 km long jogging track suitable for a morning run. Fitness enthusiasts can find gym equipment installed at the park. There is a small play area for kids with slides and swings. The park also has shaded seating areas to sit and enjoy the lush green surroundings. This pond park is accessible at a 10-minute driving distance.

There is a community park in the vicinity. Other parks nearby are Al Noor Park and Al Qusais Community Park.

Gyms near Al Qusais 1 Dubai are:

• Giants Fitness Centre
• Powerzone Fitness Centre
• Just Fit Body Building
• Al Reem Fitness Center
• Go Gym Dubai

These gyms are located within a 6 to 11-minute drive from the sub-community.

There are several spas and Salons near Al Qusais 1:

• Belle Avenue Beauty Salon
• Miss Beautiful Salon
• Nojoom Al Lail Ladies Salon
• Desert Light Gents Salon
• Blush N Curls Ladies Salon & Spa

You can visit these salons and spas to destress and relax.

Al Mulla Plaza hosts traditional events and festivals. Al Nahda Pond Park hosts Dubai Flea Market, where you can sell or buy pre-loved items.

Residents can join Al Qusais 1, Dubai U.A.E. and Al Qusais 1 Facebook groups to stay updated.

Al Qusais 1 is an ideal sub-community for those looking to rent affordable apartments. However, there are a few cons of living in Al Qusais, such as traffic congestion during peak hours and noise pollution.

• Dubai International Airport is an 8-minute drive
• Deira is a 9-minute drive by car
• Bur Dubai is a 13-minute drive away
• A 13-minute drive to the emirate of Sharjah