Ras Al Khor Industrial 3, Dubai

Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 is a mixed-use sub-community of Ras Al Khor situated on the southeastern side of the district. It is one of the three sub-communities of Ras Al Khor Industrial home to the biggest fruit and vegetable market in the Gulf countries and a shopping mall. It is strategically located between Nad Al Hamar Road (D67) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) while Al Awir Road (E44) runs through the community.

• A mixed-use sub-community in Ras Al Khor
• Home to Marhaba Mall and Al Aweer Central Fruit & Vegetable Market
• Amenities near the area include mosques, grocery stores and schools
• Close to Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

A part of the commercial zone in Dubai, Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 features limited residential options and plenty of communal facilities. The sub-district is bounded by major roads of the city providing easy connectivity to key areas and notable landmarks.

There is a mix of residential and commercial properties in Ras Al Khor Industrial 3. Those working in the neighbourhood can find various apartment buildings offering 1 to 3-bedroom units. The coverage area of these flats starts from 840 sq. ft. for 1-bedroom apartments to 2,347 sq. ft. for 3-bedroom flats. Most units come with a fitted kitchen, expansive living area, attached bathrooms in bedrooms and a balcony. Other shared facilities include parking spaces and a children’s play area.

As for commercial properties in the community, there are shops and offices available for rental purposes. Most of the shops are located on the ground floor of the apartment buildings while there are separate dedicated spaces for offices. Moreover, warehouses are also available for lease to store goods and products.

Samari Residences consists of two residential blocks featuring 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. It also has a retail centre with plenty of facilities such as a supermarket, nursery school and dining options. The price range of apartments for rent in Samari Residences starts from AED 39k to AED 74k per year.

Wasl Green Park is another residential development in the neighbourhood featuring 41 buildings with 2,527 apartments. The project by Was Properties has delivered the first two phases while the third phase of development will be completed in the next year. The construction of a kid’s play area, tennis and badminton courts, pool, community centre and a gym is also a part of the development.

Finding parking spaces in Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 isn’t a hassle as most of the apartment and office buildings come with dedicated spaces. The parking facility for warehouses is located within the vicinity providing ease for loading and unloading goods.

The most common mode of public transportation in Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 includes bus and taxi services. Residents can take the Dubai bus from several stations located within the community or head to the nearest metro stations in a 15 to 20-minute drive.

Those with private cars can commute using the major roads of the city including Al Awir Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Nad Al Hamar Road. The neighbourhood has direct access to these roads providing easy access to the central city and neighbouring communities.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3 is home to the Central Fruits and Vegetable Market in Dubai spread over an area of 6,110 hectares. It is also known as Al Aweer Fruits and Vegetable Market is divided into two sections, one is for wholesalers and the other is for regular customers. Both sections have different blocks offering fresh produce at a discounted price.

Union Coop Al Aweer is an outlet of one of the best supermarkets in Dubai located inside the Dubai Central Fruit and Vegetable Market. Other options in the neighbourhood include Al Samary Supermarket and Aweer Al Madina Supermarket.

The community is dotted with plenty of mosques where residents can easily offer their daily and congregational prayers. Some mosques in Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 include Al Samari Masjid, Masjid Sohaib Bin Sinan and Warsan Masjid.

Within a short drive of 15 to 17-minutes lie some of the best churches in Dubai such as the Dubai City Church, New Covenant Church Dubai and St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral Dubai. St Mary’s Catholic Church is also located within an 18-minute drive from the community. Those following Hinduism can drive for around half an hour via Manama Street to reach the temples in Bur Dubai.

Little Amigos is a preschool in Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 for 3 to 6 years old children. It follows the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and has a secure environment that allows children to excel in physical well-being and creativity. Kinderville Early Learning Centre Ras Al Khor is another facility in the neighbourhood for 6 weeks to 5 years old children. Both nursery schools are located at Samari Retail.

For school-goers, King’s School Nad Al Sheba is the nearest option located in the neighbouring community. It follows the National Curriculum of the UK for Foundation Stage to Year 8 students. It will take a 7-minute drive to reach the school. Other educational institutes nearby include Repton School Dubai at an 8-minute drive and GEMS Modern Academy situated 9-minutes away.

There is no shortage of healthcare facilities in the community. Residents can pay a visit to Aster Clinic in Marhaba Mall which is one of the best clinics in Dubai. Clinicare Medical Centre Samari, Noor Al Shefa Clinic Ras Al Khor and Right Health Al Azhar Clinic are other clinics in Ras Al Khor 3.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3 is set on the eastern side of the parent community while the other two sub-districts including Ras Al Khor Industrial 2 and Ras Al Khor Industrial 1 are set on the western side. It shares a border with International City and Nad Al Sheba 3 from the east and south respectively. Dubai Design District and Dubai Festival City are other neighbouring areas.

Marhaba Mall is a community shopping mall in Ras Al Khor 3 featuring several retail outlets, convenience stores and dining options. It also has an outlet of Al Madina Hypermarket, Malabar Gold and two beauty salons. The shopping mall is situated near Al Aweer Road. Those looking for high-end options can head to Dubai Festival City Mall in a 15-minute drive. It is home to retail outlets of popular brands as well as a bunch of entertainment facilities. Residents can easily reach the best shopping malls in Dubai via Nad Al Hamar Road.

Other shopping malls nearby are Cityland Mall located a 14-minute drive and The Dubai Mall which is 16-minutes away.

There is a range of local eateries, cafeterias and casual dining restaurants in Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 spread across the community. Some of the notable ones are:

• Tasty Palace Restaurant
• Ghazal Al Madina Restaurant
• Dragon Woks Restaurant
• Boom Boom Express Restaurant
• Zam Zam Mandi Restaurant Ras Al Khor

Besides these options, residents can also find plenty of upscale restaurants and outlets of international food chains in the Dubai Festival City Mall. You can either enjoy Indian cuisine at Peppermill or grab the classic American burger from Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes. Other best restaurants in Dubai Festival City Mall include Hard Rock Café and Al Fanar Restaurant and Café.

Residents planning a day at the beach with friends or family will have to drive for around half an hour to reach Jumeirah Public Beach, the popular picnic spot. It has facilities for watersports activities, cycling, running and surfing. Other beaches near Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3 are Kite Beach and Umm Suqeim Beach.

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a notable landmark situated in the parent community. The wetland reserve has mangroves, mud flats and salt flats which are used by resident and immigrant birds as breeding grounds and nests. There are reef herons, flamingos, stilts and several other birds visiting the sanctuary. The leisure spot is located a 9-minute away from the sub-district.

Al Aweer Auto Car Market hosts several showrooms with luxury to budget-friendly pre-owned authorised cars. From Chevrolet Camaro to Rolls-Royces, you will an extensive collection of cars in one place. It is also known as Ras Al Khor Car Market and is popular for buying used cars in Dubai. Besides sale and purchase, the facility also offers automobile testing services and Tasjeel.

There is a community park in the neighbourhood located on the western end featuring a kid’s play area and lush green spaces. Other parks nearby include Dubai Safari Park and Mushrif Park accessible in a 10 to 15-minute drive.

Good Life Fitness in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3 has the latest exercise machines and qualified trainers. Other gyms near the community are the House of Ahli Gym and Power Zone Gym. Spas and salons nearby include Queens Beauty Lounge and Feya Beauty Salon.

IMAGINE in Dubai Festival City Mall is one of the best light shows in Dubai combining fire, sound, light and water that leave spectators spellbound.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3 is a mixed-use development with several residential projects underway. Those planning to move should keep in mind that the surroundings can get noisy due to construction work and commercial activities.

Ras Al Khor is a mixed-use development of Ras Al Khor set on the southeastern side of the parent community.

• 13-minutes to Dubai International Airport 
• 10-minutes to Nad Al Hamar and Al Warqaa 
• A 10-minute drive to Safari Park Dubai
• 20-minute drive to Dubai Hills Golf Club