Warsan 3

Warsan 3, or Al Warsan 3, is a commercial area and part of the bigger Al Warsan district. One of the key highlights of this area is its strategic location in Dubai. The sub-district is bordered by three major roads: Ras Al Khor Road (E44), Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54) and Emirates Road (E611), thus providing excellent connectivity to the entire emirate of Dubai as well as neighbouring cities. Coming to residential properties, Warsan 3 has some exceptional accommodation facilities for labours and workers.

• One of the demanding commercial sub-district in Dubai
• Directly link to Ras Al Khor Road (E44) and Emirates Road (E611)
• Allowing prompt access to Downtown Dubai and other promising areas of the emirate
• Offers outstanding accommodation facilities for people working in and around Warsan 3

Al Warsan 3 is an evergrowing neighbourhood featuring Building Materials Mall and the famed Birds and Pets Market. Although the area is mainly commercial, outstanding living facilities in Warsan 3 can leave anyone astonished. Popular points of interest are:

• Home to Emirates Civil Defence Academy
• Close to Desert Palm Polo Club and Dubai Safari Park
• Office of Dubai Police is within Warsan 3, ensuring extra security

Properties in Warsan 3 are mainly commercial such as Dubai’s Birds and Pets Market, a Dubai Municipality project featuring up to 80 pet shops, a veterinary clinic, an animal hotel and an administration building to organise the auction along with a housing facility for workers.

Other prominent businesses in Warsan 3 are Building Materials Mall, Emirates Civil Defence Academy, Dubai Corporation For Ambulance Services (DCAS), Emirates Engine Maintenance Centre (EEMC) and flydubai campus.

Building Materials Mall is a one-of-a-kind commercial setup which has brought together a diverse range of hardware shops under one roof. Like all the other properties in Warsan 3, this mall is also managed by Dubai Municipality. Dubai Corporation For Ambulance Services regulates the ambulance service in Dubai, while flydubai is an Emirati airline with a training campus in Warsan 3.

Residential spaces in Warsan 3 are limited to labour camps and staff accommodations. RTA Accommodation is for RTA employees, Dubai Municipality Labour Accommodation is for people working under Dubai Municipality, Dubai Corporation For Ambulance Services Staff Accommodation for DCAS employees, etc. Dubai Municipality Labour Accommodation can house more than 2,500 labours and offers amenities such as a dining room, kitchen, laundry and playground.

Wasl Mosaic is a modern staff accommodation facility designed and developed by Wasl Properties. Also known as Hotel Staff Accommodation, Wasl Mosaic is a collection of more than 30 residential buildings boasting 3,380 shared flats, 360 studios and 126 1-bedroom apartments, taking the total capacity to 3,866 units. The floor space for these flats ranges from 275 sq. ft. to 726 sq. ft. A community swimming pool, a gym and sports venues are the highlight of Wasl Mosaic.

Interested ones can check out the rental apartments in Warsan 3 on Bayut. The yearly rent for a 1-bed flat in Warsan 3 starts from AED 35.5 and goes up to AED 45k.

One should not get worried about car parking as each accommodation facility and apartment building offers parking spots to owners and tenants. Street parking is also permissible in the area for visitors.

Public transportation in Warsan 3 is conveniently accessible, as there are several RTA bus stops in Warsan 3, such as Al Warsan 3 RTA Staff Accommodation bus stop, Al Warsan 3 Dubai Nursery bus stop and Dubai Birds and Pets Market bus stop. Residents can take bus 20 from any of these bus stations in Warsan 3, which will travel towards Rashidiya Metro Station (now called Centerpoint Subway Station) and Dubai Airport Terminal 2 via Dubai International City, thus connecting the area with the rest of the emirate.

Warsan 3 has several small-scale marts and hypermarkets to cater to residents’ grocery needs. One is New Pasons Hypermarket, a medium-sized, standalone multi-storey supermarket that stocks all the necessities. Another supermarket in Warsan 3 is Warsan Al Madeena Supermarket. This small, quick mart is ideal for those on the go. One can also check out the Nasamat Al Madina Supermarket, Al Madina Market, Salem Al Shamsi Grocery and Willet Mart of Bayan Al Madina Supermarket.

Various mosques are scattered in the neighbourhood at convenient distances, including Abdullah Bin Rawaha Masjid, Bani Hashim Masjid, Aisha Bint Abi Bakr Masjid and Al Ghufran Masjid. Also, there are several unnamed prayer spots to facilitate Muslim residents in Warsan 3.

To reach churches near Warsan 3, one can expect to take a minimum drive time of 20 minutes. Most of these churches are concentrated in the district of Deira. The closest church is a Pentecostal church 25 minutes away, known as The Dubai City Church. Seventh-day Adventist Church is also 25 minutes away. Apart from these, there are churches for Catholics, Baptists and Orthodox Christians in the same area.

Temples near Warsan 3 include Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara, about half an hour away. This is a place of worship for the Sikh community. For Hindus, temples devoted to various gods in Hinduism are situated in the community of Al Fahidi.

Nearby nursery options include:

• Little Sprouts Early Learning Center
• Emirates British Nursery
• Kids World Nursery

Nearby primary and secondary schools include:

• Ignite School
• GEMS Our Own English High School
• GEMS Al Khaleej International School

Ignite School near Warsan 3 follows an American curriculum and enrols Emirati and ex-pat children. It takes a drive of about 15 minutes to get there via Ras Al Khor Road (E44). GEMS Our Own English High School and GEMS Al Khaleej International School are also within the same driving distance. These schools offer Indian and American curricula, respectively.

Universities near Warsan 3 include the Manipal University of Higher Education, 8 minutes away. Other nearby universities include Amity University at a distance of 10 minutes. Both of these are Indian-based institutes of higher education.

Nearby medical facilities include:

• Access Clinic
• Right Health Ruby Clinic LLC
• Nadd Al Hamar Health Center
• Medcare Medical Centre Mirdif

Most clinics near Warsan 3 are situated about 20 minutes away. Access Clinic and Right Health Ruby Clinic offer specialised outpatient services covering nearly all areas of medicine.

Hospitals near Warsan 3 include Nadd Al Hamar Health Center and Medcare Medical Center Mirdif, 17 and 18 minutes away, respectively. Nadd Al Hamar Health Center is a government hospital which provides healthcare services at subsidised rates.

Nearby residential areas include

• International City
• Wadi Al Amardi 
• Academic City

Heading north, one will find International City, known for its themed clusters based on architectural concepts from different parts of the world. To the east, there is Wadi Al Amardi, an area for livestock farming. To the west is Academic City, home to some top universities in Dubai. Going south, the area is mostly barren, with no developments in sight.

Nearby malls include:

• Warqa Mall
• Festival City Mall
• City Centre Mirdif

Malls near Warsan 3 include Warqa Mall, just 10 minutes away. This newly built mall has 35,000 sq. ft. of retail space, which will be spread across two floors. Other nearby malls include City Centre Mirdif and Festival City Mall, which are 19 minutes away.

Popular stores in City Centre Mirdif:

• Home Centre
• Marks & Spencer
• Virgin Megastore

Home Centre is a specialised retail outlet that sells furniture, lamps and other home furnishings. It is an ideal place to visit if one wants to upgrade their home aesthetically. Marks & Spencer is a popular British multinational retailer that offers stylish apparel for men and women. Virgin Mega Store used to sell records and CDs in the past. Now, one can find a variety of electronic devices, such as musical instruments, stereos, headphones and related peripherals.

Restaurants inside City Centre Mirdif:

• Ocean Basket
• Texas Roadhouse
• Gazebo Restaurant

Texas Roadhouse is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. This is the place to enjoy steaks, burgers and other American specialities. Gazebo Restaurant is an Indian eatery that serves traditional-style Indian food in an upscale ambience. Ocean Basket specialises in serving seafood; menu items include fried shrimp, fish and chips, grilled snapper and much more.

Restaurants in Warsan 3 include:

• Broccoli Pizza & Pasta 
• B&B Cafe & Restaurant
• Swabi Darbar Restaurant

Swabi Darbar is an Indian Restaurant that serves traditional Indian food in a casual setting. Broccoli Pizza & Pasta is an Italian restaurant that serves pizzas and pasta in a family-friendly, informal setting. B&B Cafe & Restaurant is a casual dining cafeteria-style restaurant that serves items like shawarmas and grilled chicken.

Beaches near Warsan 3 include Open Beach, Al Sufouh Beach, Marina Beach and Jumeirah Beach. Jumeirah Beach is a popular public beach with lifeguards looking out for trouble, bbq stations and a children’s play area for families. Also 29 minutes away is Kite Beach, most popular for activities involving water sports such as jet skiing, wakeboarding and parasailing.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
• IMG World of Adventure
• Dubai Miracle Garden

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is at a distance of 17 minutes; this wildlife refuge is an ideal destination for bird watchers. The wildlife reserve attracts large flocks of migratory birds, such as flamingos and herons. IMG World of Adventure is 19 minutes away, an indoor amusement park that can be a fun destination during the hot summer months. Dubai Miracle Garden is a flower park where one can view hundreds of flower species and learn about them. It will take 23 minutes to reach Dubai Miracle Garden.

Residents can stay fit at:

• Al Warqa’a Jogging and Cycling Track
• Nad Al Sheba Park

At a distance of 12 minutes away, residents will find Al Warqa’a Jogging and Cycling Track. This is an ideal place for those looking to get fit through cycling or jogging. A much larger park is situated 19 minutes away, the Nad Al Sheba Park, which has several benches, a large grassy area and a children’s outdoor play area.

Most gyms near Warsan 3 are situated in neighbouring communities. At 13 minutes away, there are Fitness 360 and Nitro Gym. Both gyms are fully equipped with training equipment for cardio, CrossFit and strength training.

Nearby Salons and Spas include:

• New Al Mumtaz Gents Saloon
• Massa Ladies Beauty Salon
• Samana Spa

At a distance of 11 minutes, there is New Al Mumtaz Gents Saloon offers standard haircare and skincare services for male clients. At a 12-minute drive, Massa Ladies Beauty Salon offers services related to haircare, makeup, skincare and nail care. Those looking to be pampered can visit Samana Spa, 11 minutes away. Here visitors can get various types of massages and therapeutic treatments.

Since Warsan 3 and its parent community are still under development, there are no regularly held community events in this vicinity.

Warsan 3 is located in the southernmost area of Dubai. It can be an ideal place to live for those who prefer a more suburban lifestyle; this is especially true for families looking to escape. Although much of the area is still under development, it can be an ideal investment opportunity, given the low property prices here. In the future, this will be a self-sustainable area where one will find everything they need just a few blocks from their doorstep.

Warsan 3 is a commercial sub-district of Al Warsan, located south of Dubai.

Warsan 3 is a commercial hub featuring various commercial and government buildings. Labour and staff accommodation is available to rent.

• Dubai International Airport is 19 minutes northeast
• Jebel Ali Freezone is 46 minutes northwest
• Downtown Dubai is 22 minutes northwest