HIGHLIGHTS
- Renting property
- Buying property
- Popular Communities
- Getting around
- Schools and clinics
- Malls & restaurants
- Things to consider
- FAQs
ABOUT AL BARARI
Al Barari (or Barari) is an eco-friendly community in Dubai. It is a gated community offering villas and apartments developed by Al Barari Developers. The master development has two phases. Al Barari Phase I include the communities of The Nest, Ashjar, Seventh Heaven, The Residences and The Reserve. It also includes The Farm restaurant, Heart & Soul spa and Body Language health club. Al Barari Phase II include a resort hotel, a business school, medical facilities, retail shops and residential developments.
IN A NUTSHELL
- A gated community in Dubai
- Developed in two phases
- A project by Al Barari Developers
- Features villas and large-scale apartments
- The green area is filled with over 500 plant species
- Easy access to all the major landmarks and tourist attractions
Neighbourhood
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Al Barari Dubailand spans a whopping 18 million sq. ft. and 60% of the community is composed of green spaces, landscaped gardens, natural lakes and freshwater streams. Al Barari in Arabic means wilderness, which is no surprise considering the amount of greenery in the area. It is, indeed one of the greenest communities in Dubai.
Al Barari location is divided into six sub-communities including The Nest, Seventh Heaven, Ashjar, The Reserve, The Neighbourhood and The Residences. On the residential side, there is a total of 189 ready villas, 28 villas part of The Reserve community and 55 houses part of The Nest. The Residences are spacious eco-friendly homes available in four types. These include Acacia, Bromellia, Camellia and Dahlia. On the other hand, Seventh Heaven, Ashjar and The Neighbourhood are apartment complexes in the neighbourhood.
Al Barari Dubailand is home to a high-end restaurant aptly dubbed The Farm, a well-maintained health club called Body Language and the neighbourhood spa called Heart & Soul. Tranquil ambience, eco-friendly environment and availability of numerous lifestyle amenities and dining options add to the advantages of living in Al Barari.
PROPERTIES IN AL BARARI DUBAILAND
Al Barari Dubailand features a wide range of apartments and villas. The Nest is a collection of 55 villas in 4-bedroom units. It features homes on plot sizes ranging from 9,000 sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft.
The Reserve features the luxurious bespoke 28 villas. The plot sizes of the villas are larger than the regular Al Barari residences starting from 31,000 sq. ft.
The Residences have 189 luxury villas surrounded by landscaped themed gardens, lakes and freshwater streams. The development includes four types of villas, Acacia and Bromellia offer 6-bedroom residences with at least 13,858 sq. ft. of living space. Camelia and Dahlia villas are 5-bedroom homes with a minimum coverage area of 12,713 sq. ft.
Featuring themed gardens, Seventh Heaven is the luxury escape that Al Barari boasts. The sub-community features modern 1 to 3-bedroom apartments with exclusive access to private elevators. Likewise, The Neighbourhood features studio to 2-bedroom apartments with access to the community’s leisure amenities. These include the gymnasium, the guest suites, the multi-purpose area, the club house building and the beach club.
Ashjar is the only sub-community which includes low-rise apartment complexes. This development has 120 homes that are spread across 9 buildings. These 5-storey buildings have a layered design to make the most of the sunlight and its shared facilities offer a nice balance of communal living and a private residence.
These Al Barari Residences have private or underground parking, swimming pools, dedicated play areas for children, barbecue areas, gyms, saunas, steam rooms and Jacuzzis.
Rental Trends in Al Barari Dubailand
Apartment Type | Average Rental Prices in AED |
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Apartment Type Studio | Average Rental Prices in AED 92,000 |
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 158,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 352,000 |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 511,000 |
Apartment Type 4-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 895,000 |
- 1 BED
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- 2 BATHS
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- 977 SQFT
In the last 12 months, 139 rent transactions for apartments in Al Barari were recorded, amounting to AED 32.8M.
Rental apartments on offer include 1 to 3-bed units. The rents for 1-bedroom apartments in Al Barari can range between AED 240k and AED 290k per annum. Whereas, 2-bedroom apartments for rent in Al Barari can cost as low as AED 260k and as high as AED 550k per annum. The rental price for 3-bed apartments in Al Barari is AED 485k to AED 950k per annum.
There are few penthouses for rent in Al Barari. The rent for a 2-bed penthouse in Al Barari is AED 450k per annum.
Villa Type | Average Rental Prices in AED |
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Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 936,000 |
Villa Type 6-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 1,453,000 |
In the last 12 months, 31 rent transactions for villas in Al Barari were recorded, amounting to AED 37.4M.
The 4-bedroom villas for rent in Al Barari Dubai cost AED 4M per annum. The rent for 5-bed villas in Al Barari is AED 850k to AED 4M per annum.
For spacious residential options on rent, there are 6 and 8+bed units. The rental price for the 6-bedroom villas in Al Barari is AED 1.1M to AED 1.6M per annum. If you are interested in renting 8+bed villas in Al Barari, price will be AED 1.3M.
Sale Trends in Al Barari Dubailand
Apartment Type | Average Sale Prices in AED |
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Apartment Type Studio | Average Sale Prices in AED 850,000 |
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 1,550,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 3,499,000 |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 6,200,000 |
Apartment Type 4-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 10,833,000 |
In the last 12 months, 59 sale transactions for apartments in Al Barari were recorded, amounting to AED 232.4M.
Studios for sale in Al Barari range between AED 619k and AED 1.47M. Those looking to buy 1-bed apartments in Al Barari can shell out AED 924k to AED 3.5M.
Interested buyers will find the sale prices of the 2-bedroom apartments in Al Barari between AED 1.6M and AED 6.1M. As for more spacious units like 3-bedroom apartments for sale in Al Barari, the price is AED 6.7M to AED 16M. The sale prices for 4-bedroom flats in Al Barari are AED 8.5M to AED 34M.
There are a few 2-bed penthouses for sale in Al Barari Dubai. The 2-bedroom penthouse in Al Barari cost AED 7.9M.
Villa Type | Average Sale Prices in AED |
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Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 5,765,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 11,696,000 |
Villa Type 6-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 23,600,000 |
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- 8 BATHS
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- 14912 SQFT
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- 7 BATHS
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- 13858 SQFT
In the last 12 months, 36 sale transactions for villas in Al Barari were recorded, amounting to AED 697.5M.
Al Barari Residences has 4 to 8+ bedroom units for sale. The sale price of a 4-bedroom villa in Al Barari would be AED 5.5M to AED 36.5M. The living space in these units also ranges from 6,000 sq. ft. to 10,000 sq. ft.
Similarly, a 5-bedroom villa for sale in Al Barari ranges from AED 9.8M to AED 95M while 6-bedroom villas for sale in Al Barari are offered for AED 19M to AED 43M. The prices of the villas depend on their number of bedrooms and coverage area. There are even luxurious and expansive units like 7-bed houses for sale in Al Barari cost around AED 19M to AED 23.5M. The sale price for an 8+ bedroom villa in Al Barari is AED 11.8M.
Al Barari Residences also have 4 and 5-bedroom townhouses. 4-bedroom houses for sale in Al Barari are AED 5.5M to AED 9M. The sale price for a 5-bedroom townhouse in Al Barari is AED 13M.
ROI in Al Barari Dubailand
Apartment Type | ROI |
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Apartment Type Studio | ROI 8.16% |
Apartment Type 1-Bed | ROI 7.30% |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | ROI 8.17% |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | ROI 7.78% |
Apartment Type 4-Bed | ROI 6.87% |
The 2-bedroom apartments in Al Barari generate the highest returns of 8.17%. Studio units generate returns of 8.16%. 3-bed and 1-bed flats follow with 7.78% and 7.30% returns, respectively.
Villa Type | ROI |
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Villa Type 5-Bed | ROI 8.29% |
Villa Type 6-Bed | ROI 6.80% |
5-bedroom villas are the most profitable property as they can generate around 8.29% returns. 6-bed villas can generate 6.80% ROI.
Most Popular Communities in Al Barari
According to Bayut’s popularity data, Seventh Heaven is the most popular area for renting apartments in Al Barari. Tenants can choose from a wide variety of apartments for rent in Seventh Heaven, including 1-bed units to 3-bed units. The rental prices range between AED 240k and AED 950k per annum. Apartments for sale in Seventh Heaven come in studio to 4-bedroom units.
Chorisia is ranked as the second most popular area in Al Barari Dubai. It is an off-plan development featuring 60 semi-detached villas in 5-bedroom configurations. Chorisia I villas for rent range between AED 850k and AED 1.3M. Chorisia I villas for sale range from AED 7.7M to AED 13M.
Ashjar is a collection of 120 apartments spread across 9 low-rise buildings.
The Nest scores a second place on the popularity list. It is one of the best areas to rent in Al Barari. The community features a collection of 55 spacious villas of 4-bedroom configuration. Each unit boasts a private garden and an infinity pool, 4 ensuite bedrooms, living room, dining area, maid’s and driver’s rooms, barbeque area, outdoor shower and parking space for two cars.
Finally, rounding up the list are villa sub-communities in The Residences including Bromellia, Dahlia and Camellia.
Al Barari Floor Plans
You can browse through the floor plans for Al Barari available for popular communities/buildings in the neighbourhood.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN AL BARARI
If you own a car, commuting around will not be much of a problem. All of the Barari villas offer covered parking spaces or a garage. Visitors can park outside the villas or on the street.
Public Transportation in Al Barari
Situated opposite Global Village and the City of Arabia, the villas and apartments for sale in Al Barari are right off the main Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) freeway near Nad Al Sheba Dubai. The area is currently not accessible from the Dubai Metro lines. The closest metro station would be the Rashidiya Metro Station, 20 minutes away and the closest bus stop to the neighbourhood would be Global Village Station. Bus links 102, 103, 104 and 106 depart from there. Another option is further away in Al Reem, Arabian Ranches. The J02 bus stops here and connects to the Mall of the Emirates station.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS NEAR AL BARARI
Residents have access to many supermarkets in Al Barari such as Waitrose and F Mart. Quick Supermarket, Goodies Supermarket and Burj Safa Supermarket can be found in the neighbouring community of Majan. There is also a ZOOM mini-mart and an AllDay Mini Mart. There is a branch of Spinneys supermarket in The Villa community, 22 minutes away from Barari. Next to The Villa, you will find Shua Al Madina Supermarket, Thomsun Supermarket & Department Store and West Zone Supermarket in Dubailand, roughly at the same distance.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN AL BARARI
There is a dedicated community mosque in Al Barari. To visit other mosques nearby, residents will have to visit the communities of Living Legends and Falcon City of Wonders. Al Wasl Mosque in Liwan is a short 12-minute drive from Barari.
A church near Al Barari is The Gatekeepers Weekday Warehouse in the Al Quoz area to the north. The Hindu temples are all located in Bur Dubai, near the museum. You can reach the Shiva and Krishna temples in 30 minutes. Here you will also find the Sikh Gurudwara, there is another Sikh place of worship called the Gurunanak Darbar in Jebel Ali which is 35 minutes away.
SCHOOLS IN AL BARARI
FalconCity Nursery in the Falcon City of Wonders and Kids Zone Nursery in the neighbouring community of The Villa are the closest options for your little ones.
There is a school in Al Barari, Dunecrest American School offering the American curriculum from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 and also offers the option of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for Grade 11 and 12. Right opposite the community, there is GEMS Heritage Indian School. It offers the Indian CBSE curriculum from pre-kindergarten to Grade 10.
For higher education and specialised academia, there are quite a few options. On the eastern side of the community, you will find Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), home to many reputable universities. A few of them include Curtin University Dubai, Al Ghurair University, Emirates Aviation University and Heriot-Watt University Dubai.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR AL BARARI
One can find several clinics and hospitals near Al Barari. Dr Kamkar Medical & Physiotherapy Center can be found in Majan and Dubai London Clinic is located in The Villa community. Medicure Centre, Symbiosis Medical Centre and Aster Clinic can be found in the Dubai Silicon Oasis neighbourhood, 14 minutes away.
NEARBY AREAS
Al Barari’s immediate neighbours are the communities of Majan, Falcon City of Wonders and Living Legends. In 18 minutes you can reach The Villa, Arabian Ranches, Academic City and Dubai Silicon Oasis. Motor City is at a 17-minute drive and Al Barsha South lies at a distance of 18 minutes.
Lifestyle
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS IN AL BARARI
Cityland Mall is one of the popular malls near Al Barari but it is under construction. It is one of the best malls in Dubai. However, at a short distance around the Dubai Silicon Oasis, one can find the Cedre Shopping Centre. Other nearby shopping malls include City Centre Me’aisem in Dubai Production City and My City Centre Al Barsha. These shopping malls offer a wide variety of retail outlets, eateries and other establishments.
RESTAURANTS IN AL BARARI
One of the best-known restaurants in Al Barari is The Farm. Its location in a calm green oasis with minimalistic interiors offers a relaxing retreat to its guests. Its concept and menu are based on using the best ingredients for their dishes. The Farm is also a popular event space, it hosts afternoon tea events, cooking classes, pop up markets and more.
Talking about food, Barari visitors and residents can spot casual eateries and high-end restaurants near Al Barari. From the traditional Arab cuisine to continental and even special gourmet treats, the community caters to the different tastes of the people living in the locale. Nearby restaurants include Lowe, Purple Fork, Chin Chin, Kabab Rolls and Wings & more.
Towards the eastern side near the Academic City, you can find Shakespeare & Co, Taco Barrio, Ying & Yang Restaurant, Circle Café, Tomato & Basilico Restaurant, Pizza Hut and Subway. People living in Al Barari can easily head over to the many cafes in the surroundings like Starbucks, Costa Coffee, Caffé Nero and Filli Café.
BEACHES NEAR AL BARARI
Accessing the famous Dubai beaches is quite convenient as there are some beaches near Al Barari. Whether it’s a family day out or a beach picnic, spots like the Marina Beach and Jumeirah Public Beach are conveniently located at a mere 25 to 30-minute drive. Those looking for a more exciting experience and watersports events can head to Kite Beach and Umm Suqeim Beach. There are exciting water-sports options at the beaches, which are fun for families, young couples and individuals alike.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Al Barari is close to the widely known Dubai Miracle Garden, which houses over 250 million exotic flowers and 50 million plant species. In the same vicinity, one can find the famous Dubai Autodrome, which has hosted events like the Renault V6 Eurocup Season, FIA GT Championship, Dubai 24 Hour, European Touring Car Championship and many endurance races.
Moreover, Dubai Polo Equestrian Club is at a short distance, where you can go for horse riding or playing polo. It is one of the most popular places for horse riding in Dubai. The biggest of all attractions close to the community is definitely IMG Worlds of Adventure. It is a thrill-packed theme park with everything from roller-coasters to theme restaurants and souvenir shops, which is just as fun for adults as it is for kids.
Global Village is a theme park of its own as well, it features international pavilions from many countries all over the world. It has a wide range of rides, games and food stalls.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Residents have a whole range of options to make the best use of their time. There is a fitness centre right in the centre of the community called Body Language. Then there is Oryx Fit in the neighbouring area of Majan. For a relaxing experience, residents can visit Heart & Soul, the luxurious spa in Al Barari. It is located close to Green Works the area’s largest private nursery.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Since its inception, Barari Dubai has hosted a wide range of events. Some of the most notable past events include the Tennis Tournament for Adults, which took place in the Body Language health club. Other events include The Farm’s Mini Chefs – which was master chef challenge for kids, Easter at The Farm, Al Barari’s Yoga Marathon, Healthy Dessert Workshop and the Pop Up Art Exhibition.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Residents of Al Barari, Dubai have access to some of the most exclusive amenities and facilities. The residential properties offer great housing options to families, young couples and individuals alike.
Al Barari does not offer easy access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and this adds up to the commute time of leaving and entering the neighbourhood.
FAQS ABOUT AL BARARI
What does Al Barari mean?
Al Barari is an Arabic word which means ‘the wilderness’.
How far is Al Barari from Dubai International Airport?
The road distance between Al Barari to Dubai International Airport is 25.3 km. Travelling by car takes around 19 minutes to reach via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311.
How to get to Al Barari in Dubai by Bus?
The buses 66 and 67 have routes that pass near Al Barari.
LOCATION
- Dubai International Airport is 23 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311
- One can reach Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa in 24 minutes.
- Downtown Dubai is 25 minutes away via Dubai – Al Ain Road/E66
- Dubai Marina is 26 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311
- Palm Jumeirah is 29 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311