Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2, Ras Al Khor

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is a mixed-use development in the Ras Al Khor area situated along the major thoroughfare of the city. It is one of the three sub-districts of Ras Al Khor Industrial Area, home to several manufacturing companies, automobile services and other shipping companies. Those working in the area can also find accommodation options in the neighbourhood in an affordable price range.

• A mixed-use area in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area
• Features commercial and industrial developments
• Amenities nearby include restaurants, grocery stores and mosques
• Ras Al Khor Road (E44) runs along with the community

As the name says, Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is a commercial district with few residential options. Being close to Ras Al Khor Road and Al Ain – Dubai Road allows easy transportation of goods. The neighbourhood has easy accessibility to supermarkets, local eateries and clinics as well.

Properties in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 include both residential and commercial. The district’s low to mid-rise apartment buildings feature 1-bedroom flats ranging between 576 sq. ft. to 800 sq. ft. These flats come with a living room, attached bathroom and a fitted kitchen. Other features include a dedicated car parking area, 24-hour security and maintenance.

Commercial properties in the area include warehouses mainly with an area of 1,150 sq. ft. to 55,000 sq. ft. These warehouses are equipped with basic utilities such as a loading and unloading area, electricity and water and a fire-fighting system. The covered parking area and washroom facility are other features of these commercial properties.

Some of the companies in the area are:

• Fire Safety Companies
• Deep Cleaning Companies
• Showrooms
• Vehicle Testing Centres

Safety Line LLC is one of the reputable fire safety companies in Dubai located in the neighbourhood. The district is home to Emirates Auction – a well-known place for buying used cars in Dubai. Interested people will find Honda Accord or Ferrari at the auction besides vehicle licensed number plates and other tools. Buyers can then head to Elite Shine in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 for the denting and painting of the car. It is listed among the best cleaning companies in Dubai. After purchasing the car, it needs to be tested and registered from authorised vehicle testing centres in Dubai for safety. One such centre, Tamam, is located in the area. It specialises in the inspection and registration of heavy and light vehicles, motorcycles and buses.

Apartments for rent in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 come in the following price range:

• 1-bedroom apartments for rent are available in AED 38k to AED 40k per year

The annual rent for warehouses in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is as follows:

• One can rent warehouses in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 in a price range of AED 48k to AED 900k
• Commercial plot for rent in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 can be leased in AED 720k for a year

The rent for these properties largely depends on the coverage area and offered amenities.

Residents and visitors both will find ample parking spaces in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2. Most apartment buildings come with a dedicated car parking area in the basement, while warehouses and offices have their parking area.

Commuters can easily access public transportation in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 to reach their destination. The neighbourhood has two bus stations where people can take Bus 61, 55, 64 and 64A. Those looking for metro stations will have to drive for 14 to 16-minutes towards the north to reach the nearest stations. Residents can reach Al Jadaf Metro Station and Creek Metro Station via Al Khail Road in a 13-minute drive.

Commuting to neighbouring areas is quite convenient if you have private conveyance as three major roads lie in proximity. Ras Al Khor Road (E44) runs on the northern side while Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Ain – Dubai Road (E66) lie to the eastern and western sides, respectively. The strategic position of the area connects it with business districts and central areas of the city. Meanwhile, it also provides easy access to the outskirts of Dubai, including Al Awir and Al Khawaneej.

There is no shortage of local grocery stores and supermarkets in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 offering quality products. These include KP Mart Supermarket, Vadakkans Supermarket, Sul Fresh Supermarket and Mohammed Al Seeri Grocery. For larger grocery hauls, they can head to some of the best supermarkets in Dubai, such as Carrefour and Spinneys, in a 10 to 15-minute drive.

Mosques in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 are dotted around the area facilitating Muslims in the community. Al Yaqoub Masjid, Masjid Ras Al Khor and Noor Masjid are a few of them.

Since Al Ain – Dubai Road lies in proximity to the area, Christians can reach Oud Metha within a 17-minute drive, where the best churches in Dubai are situated. These include New Covenant Church Dubai, the Dubai City Church and St Mary’s Catholic Church.

The same road connects with Bur Dubai, home to the Shri Krishna Haveli, Shiva Temple and Shiridi Sai Baba Mandir. It will take a 25-minute drive to visit these temples in Bur Dubai.

Families living in the industrial area will have to drive to the neighbouring areas for education institutes. It will take them less than a 15-minute drive to reach some of the reputable schools nearby. Some of them are:

• GEMS Modern Academy
• King’s School Nad Al Sheba
• Repton School Dubai

GEMS Modern Academy is a co-education school following the CISCE curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. The school is listed among the best Indian schools in Dubai, rated ‘Outstanding’ by KHDA. The school is located at a 10-minute drive in Nad Al Sheba 3. Other schools near Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 are Repton School Dubai and International School of Creative Science Nad Al Sheba.

Those looking for higher education options can find several universities near the district. These include:

• University of Birmingham Dubai
• Zayed University
• University of Dubai

The University of Birmingham Dubai is one of the best universities in Dubai, offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Computer Science, Education, Psychology and Law. The university is accessible within a 16-minute drive in Academic City.

There is a branch of Aster Clinic in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 offering services for general medicine to adults. It is one of the best clinics in Dubai, located in Marhaba Mall on Ras Al Khor Road. MiraCure Medical Centre is another premium healthcare facility in the area. The clinic provides treatment for general check-ups, dental treatment, worksite injuries and lab services. Other hospitals nearby are Mediclinic City Hospital and Fakeeh University Hospital.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 enjoys the prime location connected with key areas of the city. Some of the areas situated close to the area are:

• Nadd Al Hamar
• Nad Al Sheba
• International City

The other two industrial districts, Ras Al Khor Industrial 1 and Ras Al Khor Industrial 3 are located to the eastern and western side, while the major residential area is situated to the northern end of the community. The mixed-use development by TECOM Group, Dubai Design District lies to the north-western side and the home to Meydan Racecourse Nad Al Sheba is located to the southern side of the area. Other nearby areas include Dubai Festival City and Bukadra.

Marhaba Mall is a popular shopping mall featuring a range of retail outlets, dining options and other convenience stores. It is also home to Al Madina Hypermarket offering fresh grocery items, bakery products, home appliances, garments and other household items. Residents can reach the mall within a 6-minute drive via Ras Al Khor Road.

Another shopping mall near Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is Dubai Festival City Mall. It is one of the best shopping malls in Dubai, home to around 400 stores, dining options and recreational facilities. Popular stores in the mall are Zara, Charles & Keith, Kate Spade, H&M and Damas. The major attraction of the mall is the spectacular laser show at Festival Bay – IMAGINE. Other entertainment facilities include BOUNCE-X, Fabyland and Novo Cinemas. It will take a 15-minute drive to reach the mall.

There are several local eateries, cafeterias and casual dining restaurants in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2. These include:

• Islamabad Restaurant
• Afghan Kabul Restaurant
• Zaytoon Al Madina Restaurant
• Kinara Restaurant
• Al Barshaa Restaurant

Foodies can also find several dining options in the nearby Dubai Festival City Mall. Some of them are:

• Al Fanar Restaurant & Café
• Joe’s Crab Shack
• Turkish Village Restaurant & Café
• Nando’s
• California Pizza Kitchen

If you are looking for fine dining options, head towards the north-western side of the community. Here lie some of the best fine dining restaurants in Dubai, such as Zuma, Carnival by Tresind and Mint Leaf of London.

Jumeirah Public Beach near Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is a popular picnic spot for families planning to enjoy downtime in the sun. Visitors can enjoy skating, cycling or take a dip in the sea. It will take a 22-minute drive to reach the beach through Manama Street. Other beaches nearby are Umm Suqeim Beach and Al Sufouh Beach.

A few notable landmarks near the community are:

• Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
• Dubai Creek
• Burj Khalifa

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a wetland reserve featuring flora and fauna. Managed by Dubai Municipality, the sanctuary is spread over 6.2 sq. km. where visitors can see several immigrant and resident birds. These include flamingos, stilts, reef herons and sandpipers. There are mudflats, salt flats, lagoons and mangroves in the wetland where these birds lay eggs or use them as habitats. The sanctuary is accessible within an 8-minute drive from the area.

Once the hub for trading gold, spices and seafood, Dubai Creek has become a popular tourist attraction of the city. Separating the two major areas of the emirate, Bur Dubai and Deira, the saltwater inlet boasts some of the leading entertainment venues, dining options and museums. One of the interesting facts about Dubai Creek is that it was named River Zara by the Greeks.

Other popular landmarks nearby are Dubai Creek Tower and Burj Khalifa.

Most of the outdoor activities people can enjoy include visiting the sanctuary or parks and watching movies in the nearby cinemas. They can also visit Festival Bay in Dubai Festival City Mall.

House of Ahli Gym is a unisex health club in the area equipped with modern exercise machines. Other gyms in the area include Metalize and Good Life Fitness.

Beauty care options near Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 include Blush Beauty Salon, LaPerla Beauty Centre and Color Fusion Ladies Beauty Salon. All these salons are accessible in a 10-minute drive.

Dubai Festival City Mall hosts several traditional and cultural festivals all around the year.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is an ideal residential community for people working within the area. However, families planning to move should keep in mind that it is a mixed-use area with commercial activities happening around the area.

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 is one of the sub-communities of Ras Al Khor, featuring mixed-use properties. It is located on the western side of Ras Al Khor Road (E44) and Nad Al Hamar Road (D62).

Creek Metro Station is the nearest metro station accessible within a 13-minute drive from the neighbourhood.

You can easily get to Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 via RTA buses. You can take Ras Al Khor Road (E44), which runs along with the area if you are driving. Moreover, Al Ain – Dubai Road (E66) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) are close to the neighbourhood.

• Dubai International Airport is accessible within a 12-minute drive
• Business Bay and Downtown Dubai are located at a 16-minute drive
•  A 20-minute drive to Miracle Garden
• It will take a 16-minute drive to reach City Centre Deira