Ras Al Khor

Living in Ras Al Khor is a nature lover’s dream. The area lies near Dubai Creek, a few metres away from the mainland known as the ‘cape of the creek’ in Arabic. One of the well-known landmarks in the area is the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, home to thousands of birds, crustaceans and other marine species. Moreover, it is rated as one of the few urban protected reserves in the world, so, special measures have been taken by Dubai Municipality to protect the biodiversity of this ecosystem.

In terms of the residential areas, there are two, the dedicated residential town and Ras Al Khor Industrial Area which is a mixed-use zone. Both feature residential apartment buildings for rent only but the new Dubai Creek Harbour by Emaar Properties will offer a range of freehold options to expats.

• Houses a wetland reserve that attracts many migratory birds
• Close the Dubai Creek, Ras Al Khor Road (E44) highway and a few residential areas
• In proximity to Dubai Festival City and Nad Al Hamar
• Home to both, a residential and industrial area
• Residential apartments range from 1 to 2-bedroom units

The community is quiet and peaceful with many parks and playgrounds within and nearby. A few minutes away, there is the wetland and the crowded city of Dubai. At the Ras Al Khor Sanctuary, nature lovers and visitors can always admire the birds in their natural habitat.

If you are fond of natural beauty, you should consider renting properties in Ras Al Khor Dubai. You will also witness two remarkable hides: Mangrove Hide and Flamingo Hide.

The residential apartments offer 24/7 security, a satellite connection, free maintenance, a play area for kids, built-in wardrobes, a closed kitchen and a balcony. The waterfront area is just at a 10-minute drive from Dubai International Airport. It is also close to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Samari Residences links the area with major arterial roads such as Emirates road.

Roads and Transportation Authority (RTA) at Dubai has completed pedestrian bridges and cyclist crossing on Ras Al Khor Road to promote ecofriendly transport system. It also connects cycling tracks from Mushrif, Al Khawaneej and Al Warqa to the International City.

The buildings are connected through paved roads and have a ground floor covered parking. Public parking spaces are also available for visitors. Since the area is far off from the crowded city of Dubai, it is less likely to experience traffic jams.

Due to the close connection to Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, several buses service the area to help the residents with their commute. Residents can catch buses: 55, 61, 63E, X23 from Ras Al Khor, Mubarak Trans bus stop.

The closest supermarket in Ras Al Khor is KP Mart supermarket, a 10-minute drive away. There are many other popular supermarkets in the area such as Carrefour Hypermarket and Shaklan supermarket in Al Jaddaf. There are several small grocery stores and mini-marts at a walking distance from the buildings.

There are many mosques in Ras Al Khor Dubai. Samari Masjid is in Samari Residency. Nad Al Sheba Mosque is one of the most popular mosques in the neighbourhood and only 10 minutes away.

Hindu residents can visit the Shiva and Krishna temples or the Gurudwara temple which is 11 minutes away in Bur Dubai.  Churches close to the neighbourhood, include St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Dubai City church, which are located near Dubai Healthcare City.

There are no schools within the community but there are plenty of schools in the neighbourhood. The City School International, Blue Bird Nursery and Nadd Al Hamar School are all close by. Further, Swiss International Scientific School is located across Dubai Creek that offers international education and challenging academics to the students.

Older students can get enrolled in Al Falah University or European University College which is a 15-minute drive from the area.

The nearest clinic is Aster Medical Clinic, a 10-minute drive on Ras Al Khor road. For a proper medical checkup, you can also visit Thumbay Clinic, a 13-minute drive from the area. Yoland Medical Center in Ras Al Khor is also a popular clinic.

There are no hospitals located within the area. The nearest one is in Nadd Al Hamar also known as Nadd Al Hamar Health Center. There are many other popular hospitals located in Dubai Healthcare City such as Mediclinic City Hospital, Emirates Specialty Hospital, and Magrabi Eye Hospital. They are all a 13-minute drive away.

Ras Al Khor is surrounded by the best neighbourhoods. To the north-west there is Dubai Festival City, a large residential, entertainment and business development in Dubai. It has numerous hotels, malls and entertainment sites including schools and many public services.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area is located to the south where most residential buildings are found. In fact, most people prefer to rent apartments here. To the west exists the famous Dubai Creek and the wildlife sanctuary that is an interesting place for nature admirers. Nadd Al Hamar is another locality on the western side of Ras Al Khor which is a small industrial and residential community in Dubai.

Residents can find many shopping destinations within the area and nearby. There is Marhaba Mall on Ras Al Khor Road, at the border shared with Nad Al Hamar. This community mall features an Al Madina Hypermarket, a handful of restaurants and retail stores and Union National Bank branch.

Another mall in the area is the Dubai Festival City Mall, this massive mall features many unique stores and experiences. The mall is home to the only IKEA furniture store and Robinson’s department store in Dubai. Entertainment options consist of a Novo Cinemas, the outdoor water and light show called IMAGINE, Dhow rides on the Festival Bay and much more.

Other malls such as City Centre Deira, Al Ghurair Centre and Burjuman are under 20 minutes away.

The area has various dining options at different price points offering many cuisines. Popular restaurants in the Marhaba Mall consist of Lims Cafe, Zam Zam Mandi and Today’s Restaurant. Other restaurants in Ras Al Khor include Greens N Grills which serves healthy Iranian food, Puranmal which is an Indian restaurant famous for its sweet treats and Mahareb a Yemeni Mandi restaurant.

One can also visit the man casual dining restaurants in Dubai Festival City Mall just a short drive away. Fine-dining restaurants can be found in the hotels in the Dubai Festival City area.

Although the community itself is close to a wetland, residents can enjoy a beach day at one of the most popular beaches in Dubai, Jumeirah Public Beach. It is just a few minutes drive away from Ras Al Khor Dubai. Various other beaches such as the Sunset Beach and Kite Beach are also about 18 minutes away from the area.

The main landmark and leisure place is the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to man different wildlife species and although it is located in the city is provides a peaceful environment for the birds and other animals in the area. The wildlife sanctuary is free for the public to visit during its operating hours in the daytime. Are you wondering how to get to Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary? While there might not be any metro stations close by, hiring a taxi is the best option.

Another landmark is in the Industrial area, Al Aweer Auto Market. It is a popular place in Dubai to buy used cars. Moreover, there are many notable historical landmarks in Ras Al Khor Dubai. Burj Nahar, a historical landmark that was built in 1870 is only 23 minutes away. Zabeel Palace is another historical landmark at about a distance of 12 minutes. Other popular historical landmarks such as Juthoor Art Center and Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood are all 30 minutes away.

Most outdoor activities involve enjoying the view of wildlife. Other activities involve visiting parks, malls, and restaurants. There are cinemas in nearby areas where residents can enjoy movie nights. People can visit parks in Nad Al Hamar and also have a fun trip to the Festival Bay waterfront in Dubai Festival City. Multiple gyms such as My 30 Minutes, Platform Fitness Gym and Smart Time EMS fitness are located in Nad Al Hamar. Most salons for ladies are located in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area such as Xpression Beauty Salon, Pro Beauty Salon and Serene Ladies Salon.

Being close to Dubai’s most famous malls, you won’t miss out on any community event. Numerous events are conducted throughout the year at Dubai Festival City. One of the most popular ones is the Dubai Shopping Festival which is an extravagant event held in the first quarter of the year and provides multiple entertainment activities. Other than that, residents of Ras Al Khor can also join the events taking place all over Dubai.

RISE is a community event held in Dubai Creek Harbour in the winter time. It showcases a collection of food, entertainment and retail offerings in an outdoor setting.

If you prefer a peaceful lifestyle, Ras Al Khor Dubai is a perfect place for you. The apartments for rent are affordable and plenty of amenities are offered to residents. A friendly and extravagant neighbourhood is just around the corner where you can find good educational institutes, hospital, various entertainment options and historical landmarks. In short, the community has everything you would look for in an ideal neighbourhood and even more will be on offer once the Dubai Creek Harbour development is completed.

The area lies near Dubai Creek.

There are various metro stops on the Green Line. You can get to the area via metro from Creek Metro Station and Al Jadaf Metro Station. You can also take the Bus 44 from Rashidiya Metro Station Gate 4.

Nature lovers can hit the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. The place is best for watching flamingos.

• The area lies near Dubai Creek
• Close to construction sites of Dubai Creek Harbour
• Thumbay Clinic is only a 13-minute drive from the area
• Dubai Festival City Mall is close by
• Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa are 15 minutes away
• Dubai International Airport is also a 15-minute drive away