Popular Dubai areas with apartments for families

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Dubai has an array of residential communities with excellent facilities. Those living with families generally look for areas that offer easy access to amenities like healthcare centres, supermarkets and schools. Luckily, there are countless options in the city to suit every pocket. To help you navigate through the home search process, we’ve compiled a list of popular areas with family apartments in Dubai.

POPULAR AREAS WITH FAMILY APARTMENTS IN DUBAI

As per our data, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) is the most popular area with family apartments in Dubai, followed by Business Bay, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) and Dubai Hills Estate.

Let’s take an in-depth look at each of these areas and the type of units it offers.

JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE (JVC)

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) is a popular neighbourhood with family-friendly apartments in Dubai that offers a vibrant and convenient lifestyle. It provides easy access to supermarkets, schools, gyms and restaurants. The community is also home to Circle Mall, a one-stop destination for shopping, entertainment and dining.

Most apartments for rent in JVC offer access to swimming pools, parks and gyms. Let’s take a closer look at why JVC is considered one of the best areas with family apartments in Dubai.

• Popular communities: Seasons Community, Diamond Views, Hanover Square, Bloom Towers and Reef Residence
• Hotels: FIVE Jumeirah Village Hotel and Milano by Giovanni Boutique Suites
• Supermarkets: Holiday Minimart, Bluemart Supermarket and Choithrams
• Nurseries and Schools: Kids World Nursery, Little Wonders Nursery, Ladybird Early Learning Centre and JSS International School
• Malls: Circle Mall

Rental trends for apartments:

• The average rent for a studio apartment is 49k per annum.
• For a 1-bed flat, you can expect to shell out AED 73k yearly.
• You can rent a 2-bedroom apartment in Jumeirah Village Circle for AED 109k.
• The rent of 3-bedroom units in Jumeirah Village Circle is AED 148k.

Sales trends for apartments:

• The sale price of a studio flat in JVC is AED 618k, on average.
• You can buy a 1-bedroom unit for AED 933k.
• The 2-bedroom apartments in JVC have an average sale price of AED 1.48M.
• A three-bedroom flat for sale will cost you approximately AED 2.01M.

BUSINESS BAY

Considered a trendy residential hub, Business Bay overlooks the gorgeous waters of the Dubai Canal. The mixed-use neighbourhood features stunning skyscrapers that offer panoramic city views.

The lifestyle in Business Bay is well-suited to professionals working in the area or nearby communities. However, it is also known for offering some of the best family apartments in Dubai.

Offering a cosmopolitan, fast-paced vibe, Business Bay largely caters to couples as well as big families that are looking to live in the heart of it all. As it is a multi-cultural neighbourhood, you can expect to make friends from every corner of the globe when you live here. Let’s see what makes Business Bay a family-friendly area in the city.

• Popular Buildings: Executive Towers, DAMAC Towers by Paramount Hotels and Resorts, SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences and Aykon City
• Hotels: JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Taj Dubai and Doubletree by Hilton Dubai Business Bay
• Supermarkets: West Zone Supermarket and Al Maya
• Nurseries and Schools: Hummingbird Nursery and Maple Bear Pre School. Dubai International School and JSS Private School are located near Business Bay.
• Mall: Bay Avenue Mall

Whether you are looking to rent or buy an apartment, you have plenty of options.

Rental trends for apartments:

• The average rent for studio flats in Business Bay is AED 70k yearly.
• For a 1-bedroom apartment, you can expect to pay AED 95k per annum.
• A 2-bedroom flat for rent in Business Bay averages at AED 150k.
• A 3-bedroom unit can be rented for AED 227k.

Sales trends for apartments:

• You can expect to pay AED 1.05M for a studio apartment.
• For a bigger 1-bed unit, the average sale price stands at AED 1.67M.
• If you want to buy a 2-bedroom apartment in Business Bay, it will cost you around AED 2.65M.
• A 3-bedroom flat costs AED 4.13M, on average.

DOWNTOWN DUBAI

Another popular community for family apartments in Dubai is Downtown Dubai. The area has some of the most iconic landmarks, including Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.

Apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai have quick access to supermarkets, retail outlets, restaurants, cafes, gyms, pet stores and even nurseries.

• Popular Buildings: Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Nujoom and South Ridge
• Hotels: Armani Hotel, Palace Downtown and Kempinski The Boulevard
• Supermarkets: Spinney’s, Waitrose, Carrefour and Grandiose Supermarket
• Nurseries and Schools: Toddler Town British Nursery, Blossom Nursery and JSS Private School
• Mall and Souk: Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar

Rental trends for apartments:

• Studio flats for rent in Downtown Dubai average at AED 75k per annum.
• Bigger one-bedroom apartments can be rented for AED 131k.
• The 2-bedroom apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai average at AED 219k.
• The 3BHK are available for an average rent of AED 361k.

Sales trends for apartments:

• The average sale price for studio flats here is AED 1.46M.
• You can buy a 1-bed unit for AED 2.11M.
• To buy a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai, the average cost is AED 3.93M.
• For bigger 3-bedroom flats, you can expect to shell out AED 6.77M.

DUBAI SILICON OASIS (DSO)

Spanning 7.2 million sq. m., Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) is a trade-free zone with an integrated technology park. It features an ideal blend of residential, commercial and recreational spaces. Located at the intersection of Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), it is one of the best areas to live in Dubai with family.

Flats for sale in DSO come in studio to 3-bed configurations. You can consider apartment buildings such as Platinum Residence 2, Binghatti Pearls and Tulip Oasis. These are some of the most popular options amongst tenants as per Bayut’s rental history for DSO.

• Popular Communities and Buildings: Silicon Gates, Axis Residences, Binghatti Apartments and Arabian Gates
• Hotels: Radisson Blu Hotel Apartments Dubai Silicon Oasis and Premier Inn Dubai Silicon Oasis
• Supermarkets: Spinneys, Choithrams, Al Maya Supermarket, Carrefour Market, Al Madina Mart, Good Market, Green Belt Supermarket, Plus Point Supermarket and Spring Green Park Supermarket
• Nurseries and Schools: Emirates British Nursery, British Orchard Nursery, Orange Seeds Nursery, GEMS Wellington Academy and Vernus International School
• Mall: Dubai Outlet Mall

Rental trends for apartments:

• You can expect to pay AED 40k per annum for rental studio flats in DSO.
• For a 1-bedroom apartment, the average rent is AED 56k.
• The average rent of 2-bedroom apartments in Dubai Silicon Oasis is AED 81k.
• You can rent 3BHK for around AED 118k per annum.

Sales trends for apartments:

• The sale price for studio flats is approximately AED 410k.
• For a bigger one-bedroom flat, you can expect to pay AED 618k.
• If you are planning on owning a home, you can buy a 2-bedroom flat in Dubai Silicon Oasis for AED 1.09M.
• For a 3-bed unit, you can expect to pay AED 1.54M, on average. 

DUBAI HILLS ESTATE

Dubai Hills Estate is another popular area for living in Dubai with family. The community is located next to Al Barsha South along Al Khail Road (E44). It is a high-end luxury residential area and is also home to an 18-hole championship golf course. If you are looking to buy or rent flats in Dubai Hills Estate, here’s a look at what makes it an ideal place for families.

• Popular communities: Maple, Park Heights and Park Ridge
• Supermarket: Geant Hypermarket
• Nurseries and Schools: Blossom Nursery, GEMS International School, GEMS Wellington Academy and GEMS New Millennium School
• Mall: Dubai Hills Mall

Rental trends for apartments:

• Studio apartments for rent in Dubai Hills Estate are available for AED 76k yearly.
• You can expect to pay AED 100k to rent one-bedroom flats in Dubai Hills Estate.
• The 2-bedroom flats for rent in Dubai Hills Estate are priced at AED 151k.
• A 3-bedroom apartment in the area has an average rent of AED 272k.

Sales trends for apartments:

• The sale price for studio flats in Dubai Hills Estate starts from AED 975k, on average.
• To buy a one-bed unit, you can expect to pay AED 1.48M.
• Two-bedroom apartments for sale here are available for AED 2.45M.
• You can expect to pay AED 3.88M for spacious 3-bed units.

FAQS ABOUT FAMILY APARTMENTS IN DUBAI

WHICH IS THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE IN DUBAI FOR FAMILIES?

Besides the above-mentioned areas, another popular neighbourhood offering family-friendly flats in the city is Al Nahda. The average rent for Al Nahda Dubai flats is AED 53k. Here’s what you can expect to pay for different units.

• Studio: AED 41k
• 1-Bed: AED 46k
• 2-Bed: AED 59k
• 3-Bed: AED 79k

WHAT ARE THE AVERAGE SALE AND RENTAL PRICES FOR FAMILY-FRIENDLY APARTMENTS IN DUBAI?

For the most popular areas with family apartments in Dubai, the average sale price and rent are as follows.

Areas	Average Sale Price	Average Rent
Areas Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)	Average Sale Price AED 1,034,000	Average Rent AED 75,000
Areas Business Bay	Average Sale Price AED 2,176,000	Average Rent AED 117,000
Areas Downtown Dubai	Average Sale Price AED 4,414,000	Average Rent AED 215,000
Areas Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)	Average Sale Price AED 686,000	Average Rent AED 60,000
Areas Dubai Hills Estate	Average Sale Price AED 2,091,000	Average Rent AED 134,000

WHERE TO FIND THE BEST HOTEL APARTMENTS IN DUBAI?

Many areas in Dubai are home to excellent hotel apartments. If you want to live close to popular attractions, consider hotel apartments in Downtown Dubai.

WHICH AREAS IN DUBAI OFFER THE MOST AFFORDABLE STUDIO APARTMENTS?

Deira, International City, Al Nahda (Dubai), Al Qusais and Muhaisnah are the most popular areas with affordable studios for rent in Dubai.

ARE THERE ANY PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES IN DUBAI?

Whether you are a dog parent or have a feline friend, there are quite a few pet-friendly communities in Dubai. The most popular ones are JVC, Downtown Dubai, Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT), Dubai Sports City and Dubai Hills Estate.

Bayut’s Dubai Transactions page offers a detailed index of real estate transaction data from the Dubai Land Department, including property rent history, annual rental volume and values of area-specific rental transactions. This resource enables you to make informed decisions by comparing advertised prices with actual transactional prices for properties of interest.

That concludes our list of the best areas to live in Dubai with family. Looking for more areas in the city that are perfect for families? Arabian Ranches, Jumeirah and Al Barari are considered some of the best residential areas for families in Dubai.

Want to have some fun with your loved ones? There are many attractions in Dubai for families, such as Zabeel Park, Al Barsha Pond Park, Al Mamzar Beach and the Coin Museum.