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HIGHLIGHTS

ABOUT OPERA DISTRICT DOWNTOWN DUBAI

Nestled in the heart of Dubai is the Opera District in Downtown Dubai. It is designed to provide high-end accommodation to those wanting to reside in an unrivalled location. The area is home to Dubai Opera and is renowned for its cosmopolitanism and culture. It showcases world-class shows and is located right next to the iconic Dubai Fountain and features dynamic facades.

Opera District neighbourhood
Opera District is located near popular landmarks in Dubai

Considered to be one of the most prestigious parts of the city, Opera District is close to residential towers, restaurants, cafes, palm trees and hotels like Vida Downtown Dubai, Al Manzil and The Address Downtown Dubai. It is the perfect part of the city to explore on foot. Some of the most well-known international chains dot the area such as The Pavilion and Bennigan’s. There are even cycling tracks where you can ride your bicycle and enjoy the gorgeous sights. Whether you are an investor or looking for a home, this prime piece of real estate is worth considering.

IN A NUTSHELL

  • Located in Downtown Dubai
  • A large-scale development
  • Offers modern facilities and amenities
  • Home to expats from all corners of the globe
  • Provides apartments, townhouses, penthouses and even hotel apartments
  • Situated near the most popular landmarks including the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa
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NEIGHBOURHOOD

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

The large-scale development offers the best lifestyle in Downtown Dubai. It is a hub for multiple nationalities. Boasting one of the best locations in the city, residents are close to modern conveniences, restaurants, cafes, malls, famous landmarks, parks and public transport. The area is walkable and best explored on foot. The Opera District caters to those looking for a luxurious lifestyle in the centre. The apartments, townhouses, penthouses and hotel apartments feature high-end interior designs which make them worth living in. They also offer smart home features.

PROPERTIES IN OPERA DISTRICT DOWNTOWN DUBAI

The community of Opera District comprises apartments, townhouses, penthouses and hotel apartments. Each property features modern architecture and is equipped with electricity backup, a balcony that offers mesmerising views of the Dubai skyline, a spacious living area, a private pool and huge wardrobes. Most of the properties have an open kitchen and huge bedrooms.

Apartment TypeAverage Rental Price in AED
1-Bed138,000
2-Bed223,000
3-Bed357,000
Based on property listings on Bayut.com over the last 12 months. Last updated 10 hours ago
Luxury 2 BR with Burj Blvd View | Near Dubai Mall
AED23,000Monthly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,111 sqft
Luxury 2 BR with Burj Blvd View | Near Dubai MallAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Stunning View of Burj/ Fountain | 3BR| Vacant
AED435,000Yearly
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,865 sqft
Stunning View of Burj/ Fountain | 3BR| VacantGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
LAVISH SUPER HIGH FLOOR/6 EASY PAYMENTS OF AED 75K
AED450,000Yearly
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,921 sqft
LAVISH SUPER HIGH FLOOR/6 EASY PAYMENTS OF AED 75KGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Spacious 2 BR | Fountain View | Near Dubai Mall
AED23,500Monthly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,174 sqft
Spacious 2 BR | Fountain View | Near Dubai MallAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
EID OFFER | Luxury Furnished Modern Living | Prime Location
AED12,999Monthly
beds
1
baths
1
area
657 sqft
EID OFFER | Luxury Furnished Modern Living | Prime LocationAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Luxurious | Burj Views | Spacious Unit
AED250,000Yearly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,271 sqft
Luxurious | Burj Views | Spacious UnitGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Chiller Free | Fully Furnished | Vacant unit
AED150,000Yearly
beds
1
baths
1
area
783 sqft
Chiller Free | Fully Furnished | Vacant unitGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Burj and Fountain View | Brand New | Iconic
AED270,000Yearly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,137 sqft
Burj and Fountain View | Brand New | IconicGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Burj Khalifa View | Highest Floor | Vacant
AED280,000Yearly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,126 sqft
Burj Khalifa View | Highest Floor | VacantGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Modern | Brand New | Luxurious
AED220,000Yearly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,236 sqft
Modern | Brand New | LuxuriousGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Brand New | Free Cleaning Service | All Bills Inclusive | Next To Opera
AED20,000Monthly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,040 sqft
Brand New | Free Cleaning Service | All Bills Inclusive | Next To OperaAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Luxury Apartment | High Floor | Brand New
AED185,000Yearly
beds
2
baths
3
area
1,284 sqft
Luxury Apartment | High Floor | Brand NewGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Enjoy a Spotless Space | Brand New | Modern Amenities
AED20,000Monthly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,040 sqft
Enjoy a Spotless Space | Brand New | Modern AmenitiesAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Daniels 3BR + M with Fountain View
AED33,000Monthly
beds
3
baths
3
area
1,509 sqft
Daniels 3BR + M with Fountain ViewAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
High Floor | Chiller Free | Burj View
AED274,999Yearly
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,127 sqft
High Floor | Chiller Free | Burj ViewGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
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Recent Rental Transactions in Opera District

AED 200,000 Yearly Renewal4 May 2025
Act One
2 Beds
Built-Up: 1325 sqft Duration: 12 months
AED 160,000 Yearly New30 Apr 2025
Act One
2 Beds
Built-Up: 1110 sqft Duration: 12 months
AED 175,000 Yearly New25 Apr 2025
Act One
2 Beds
Built-Up: 1096 sqft Duration: 12 months
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SALES TRENDS IN OPERA DISTRICT DUBAI

There are various residential properties that are available for sale in Opera District. If you are interested in buying a property, here is what you need to know.

Apartment TypeAverage Sales Price in AED
1-Bed2,334,000
2-Bed4,011,000
3-Bed6,342,000
Based on property listings on Bayut.com over the last 12 months. Last updated 10 hours ago
Ready To Move | Multiple Options | BLVD View
AED2,500,000
beds
1
baths
1
area
765 sqft
Ready To Move | Multiple Options | BLVD ViewGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
4 Year Payment Plan | Vacant | Burj Khalifa View
AED6,200,000
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,728 sqft
4 Year Payment Plan | Vacant | Burj Khalifa ViewAct Two, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Brand New | Burj And Fountain View | Vacant
AED5,700,000
beds
3
baths
3
area
1,510 sqft
Brand New | Burj And Fountain View | VacantAct Two, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Top Level Penthouse | Payment Plan 2029
AED13,500,000
beds
4
baths
5
area
2,340 sqft
Top Level Penthouse | Payment Plan 2029Grande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
3 Years PHPP | High Floor | 04 Series
AED9,499,000
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,884 sqft
3 Years PHPP | High Floor | 04 SeriesGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
High Roi | 6 Years post handover plan | Vacant
AED3,000,000
beds
1
baths
2
area
812 sqft
High Roi | 6 Years post handover plan | VacantGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
1 Br Luxury Fully Furnished  with 6 years Payment Plan - Downtown View
AED2,650,000
beds
1
baths
1
area
886 sqft
1 Br Luxury Fully Furnished with 6 years Payment Plan - Downtown ViewGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Brand new | Burj & Fountain view |vacant
AED8,550,000
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,893 sqft
Brand new | Burj & Fountain view |vacantGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
4 Year Payment Plan | Act Two | No Service Charge
AED6,400,000
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,766 sqft
4 Year Payment Plan | Act Two | No Service ChargeAct Two, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Burj Khalifa View | Vacant | High Floor
AED3,500,000
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,175 sqft
Burj Khalifa View | Vacant | High FloorAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
5Y PHPP | Burj View| Partial Fountain View
AED3,775,000
beds
2
baths
2
area
1,109 sqft
5Y PHPP | Burj View| Partial Fountain ViewAct Two, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Luxury Living | Burj View | Prime Location
AED6,100,000
beds
2
baths
3
area
1,134 sqft
Luxury Living | Burj View | Prime LocationGrande, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
3 BED | SPACIOUS | BURJ KHALIFA  VIEWS
AED8,250,000
beds
3
baths
4
area
2,768 sqft
3 BED | SPACIOUS | BURJ KHALIFA VIEWSAct Two, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Spacious 3 Bedroom with Best Layout | 08 series
AED5,500,000
beds
3
baths
4
area
1,510 sqft
Spacious 3 Bedroom with Best Layout | 08 seriesAct Two, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Fully Furnished | Vacant | Boulevard View
AED2,200,000
beds
1
baths
1
area
610 sqft
Fully Furnished | Vacant | Boulevard ViewAct One, Act One | Act Two Towers, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
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Recent Sale Transactions in Opera District

AED 2,690,29414 Apr 2025
Act One
2 Beds
Built-Up: 1073 sqft
AED 1,701,88814 Apr 2025
Act Two
1 Bed
Built-Up: 654 sqft
AED 6,400,00014 Apr 2025
Grande
2 Beds
Built-Up: 1201 sqft
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There are also townhouses for sale in Opera District. Those wanting to buy a 3-bedroom townhousE will need around AED 5.5M. It would cover 2,315 sq. ft. and offer 4 bathrooms. Otherwise, you can check out townhouses for sale in Downtown Dubai for more options.

Information for average price is currently not available on Opera District.

Townhouses for Sale in Opera District

Information for listings is currently not available on Opera District.

Information for Transactions is currently not available on Opera District.

TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN OPERA DISTRICT DUBAI

The properties in Opera District provide dedicated parking space to residents. Therefore, one should not experience any parking issues. Living in Downtown Dubai offers great ease as you can commute to different parts of Dubai via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN OPERA DISTRICT

For those interested in taking public transport, they can head over to the Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall metro station. It serves various areas such as Al Sufouh. There are also bus stops nearby where you can take a bus to any part of the city.

AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE

SUPERMARKETS NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

There are various supermarkets in Opera District which residents visit to shop for groceries. These include Choithrams, Géant Express Burj Vista, Spinneys and Zoom. Choithrams is one of the best supermarkets in Dubai.

MOSQUES IN OPERA DISTRICT

Those wanting to pray at a mosque can visit Dubai Mall Mosque and Souq Al Bahar Mosque which are located within the neighbourhood. Other mosques which are within close proximity include Al Ghafoor Mosque and Ahel Al-Sunnah Mosque. DIFC Grand Mosque is also frequented by residents. It takes 12 minutes to reach and is considered to be one of the most beautiful mosques in Dubai.

OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

There are various churches in Dubai where you can pray. The closest church from Opera District is Coptic Church. It only takes 12 minutes to reach by car. Other churches include Immanuel Assemblies of God Church and MFGC – Maranatha Full Gospel Church which take up to 15 minutes to reach. Those adhering to Hinduism will need to drive for 11 minutes to reach Bur Dubai. There are plenty of Hindu temples in Bur Dubai including Shiva Temple and Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir.

SCHOOLS NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

Parents can send their little ones to any of the following nurseries.

  • Blossom Nursery Dubai – within walking distance
  • Learning Tree Nursery – 7 minutes away
  • Westfield Nursery – 12 minutes away
  • Jumeirah International Nursery – 12 minutes away

When it comes to schools, there are plenty of options. The following are some of the schools where your child can study:

The nearest school from the community is Al Safa High School. Another great school where kids can get a high-quality education is JSS Private School in Al Wasl. It adheres to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Horizon English School is also a notable option. It is a leading British school in Dubai. For a better education, Global Indian International School is worth considering. It educates Pre-KG to Grade 10 students and is located in Al Barsha. The school is known for its dual curriculum that combines the Indian Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP).

schools near opera district
Horizon English School Dubai is committed to fostering an environment for lifelong learning

CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

Residents are close to various medical facilities such as:

  • Emirates Hospital Clinic at Business Bay Dubai – within walking distance
  • Medcare Hospital Al Safa – 10 minutes away 
  • Al Badaa Health Center – 11 minutes away 
  • Valiant Clinic & Hospital Dubai – 12 minutes away

The above medical centres provide quality medical care. Emirates Hospital Clinic is well-known for offering the highest medical care. It utilizes state-of-the-art technology to ensure that patients undergo the best treatment. Another great option is Al Badaa Health Center. It is a tertiary care hospital that provides superior treatment. In addition to the two, Valiant Clinic & Hospital Dubai and Medcare Hospital Al Safa also provide outstanding service.

NEARBY AREAS

Some popular residential communities that are frequented by residents of Opera District include:

areas near opera district
Al Quoz Pond Park is a popular park that residents of Opera District frequent

Other residential areas that residents head to are Al Satwa and Jumeirah.

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LIFESTYLE

SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE

MALLS NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

Since Opera District is located in Downtown Dubai, there are plenty of malls that residents can visit for the best shopping experience. The following are some of the malls that are frequented by residents:

Considered to be one of the best malls in Dubai, Dubai Mall is a spectacular mall that features a world-renowned aquarium and even an ice rink. Another great mall where you can shop is Galleria Mall. Its contemporary architectural design and well-planned structure attract droves of shoppers. Moreover, it has diversified retail options along with healthcare facilities such as American Hospital Clinic and Al Jaber Optical. Oasis Center Mall and Mercato Shopping Mall are also amazing malls where residents shop. They house high-end brands.

malls near opera district
Galleria Mall features stunning architecture

RESTAURANTS NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

There is a multitude of restaurants, cafes and fast-food chains near the area. McDonald’s is the nearest fast-food restaurant. Another popular option is Circle Café. It is considered to be one of the top cafes in Business Bay. Residents also frequent Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj. It is within close proximity. Other restaurants that can be reached within 7 to 10 minutes include Five Guys, Al Baiq, Bento-ya Kitchen and Hardee’s.

In addition to the above, residents of Opera District can also head to some of the notable bars nearby including:

  • Nezesaussi Grill Downtown Dubai – 6 minutes away
  • Double Decker Pub – 9 minutes away
  • Balcony Poor Bar – 12 minutes away
  • The Gin Garden – 13 minutes away

There is something for everyone at the above pubs.

BEACHES NEAR OPERA DISTRICT

As Downtown Dubai is close to the stunning coastline of Dubai, residents can drive to many of the beaches within 10 to 20 minutes. Mercato Beach is the nearest beach from Opera District. Another great beach you can visit is Jumeirah Public Beach. It offers a laid-back atmosphere where you can get a tan. Moreover, La Mer Beach is also worth visiting. It is known for its gorgeous views and waterfront restaurants.

beaches near opera district
Jumeirah Public Beach is known for its gorgeous views of the Arabian Gulf

LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS

Opera District residents can easily visit the following leisure spots for the ultimate time:

  • Dubai Ice Rink – within walking distance
  • Burj Khalifa – within walking distance
  • Dubai Bowling Center Al Quoz – 11 minutes away
  • The Green Planet – 13 minutes away

Dubai Ice Rink is the perfect place to go ice-skating. Residents also frequent Burj Khalifa. It is one of the best tourist attractions in Dubai and is considered the jewel of the skyline. As there are many fun things to do in Burj Khalifa, it is worth visiting.

One can also visit Dubai Bowling Center Al Quoz for a fun-filled time. Compete with your family and friends to determine who is a pro at one of the best bowling centres in Dubai. Lastly, the Green Planet is an amazing landmark that you should visit. The tropical rainforest is located at City Walk and is home to over 3,000 plants.

burj Khalifa opera district
The iconic Burj Khalifa is a short walk away from the community

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY

The best thing about Opera District is that the neighbourhood is designed for walking. Residents can walk along the area to warm up.

Those looking to hit the gym can head to the following gyms:

  • Bare – within walking distance
  • F45 Training Downtown Dubai – within walking distance
  • UFC Gym Bay Square – 6 minutes away
  • Fitness First Al Manzil Platinum – 7 minutes away

There are many great spas and salons in Downtown Dubai such as Yas Beauty Salon & Spa, The Nail Spa, Ele Beauty Salon and Sisters Beauty Lounge. Each of these can be reached by walking.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Residents enjoy living in Opera District as they get to participate in numerous events that are held throughout the year. Events are held at Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and other nearby landmarks.

SOCIAL COMMUNITY GROUPS

Join the Downtown Dubai group on Facebook to socialise with fellow residents and stay updated about the latest happenings in the neighbourhood.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Opera District is a well-planned community in Downtown Dubai. It offers apartments, townhouses, penthouses and hotel apartments to those looking for luxury living. The vibrant atmosphere of the neighbourhood is what draws people. Moreover, it is well-equipped with modern amenities which means that residents get to live the best lifestyle. Although the area might get crowded, the gorgeous views make up for it.

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