Al Barsha 2

• Renting villas
• Buying villas
• Getting around
• Al Barsha Pond Park
• Schools
• Al Barsha Mall
• Things to consider
• FAQs

Al Barsha 2 is a sub-community of Al Barsha located in the emirate of Dubai. The residential developments in the area include spacious villas and mid-rise residential buildings popular among local and expatriate families alike. Al Barsha 2 is also home to some iconic landmarks such as Al Barsha Mall, Al Barsha Hall, Al Barsha Pond Park and the American Hospital Dubai.

• Located between other sub-communities of Al Barsha
• Property types range from 3-bedroom to 7-bedroom villas
• Ideal for families looking for spacious homes
• Villas feature a private pool, garden, majlis and barbecue courtyards
• Variety of restaurants, and shopping malls in the neighbourhood
• Nearby attractions include Butterfly Garden and Miracle Garden Dubai

Al Barsha 2 is home to spacious villas and mid-rise residential buildings boasting a sophisticated metropolitan ambience. It is one of the sought-after communities attracting expatriates and locals alike. Some key points of interest include:

• Landscaped areas
• Family recreation points
• Private pools and lawns

Al Barsha 2 is slowly becoming one of the most coveted and family-friendly neighbourhoods in the city.

Al Barsha 2 mostly consists of spacious villas and a few apartment buildings. Residents can choose from a wide range of contemporary villas available for rent and sale. The expansive living area, dedicated parking space, attached bathrooms, maid’s room with bathroom and terrace are a few features of these villas. The apartments in the area come in 2 and 3-bedroom units. These units feature master bedrooms, bathrooms, a kitchen, a dining area, a balcony and dining space.

The sub-community is also home to some residential plots for sale spanning from 15,000 sq. ft. to 22,000.

There are also a few retail shops and office spaces in Al Barsha 2.

You can choose from 3-bedroom to luxury 7-bedroom villas for rent. The rental trend is as follows:

• 3-bedroom villas for rent in Al Barsha 2 can range between AED 150k and AED 300k annum.
• The rent for 4-bed villas in Al Barsha 2 ranges from AED 160k to AED 300k per annum.
• 5-bed rental villas in Al Barsha 2 are available for as high as AED 890k per annum. These properties also feature a maid’s room and guest bedroom.
• The rental price for 6-bedroom villas in Al Barsha 2 starts from AED 200k and goes up to AED 850k per annum. These houses are equipped with all luxurious amenities.
• The rent for a 7-bedroom villa in Al Barsha 2 is between AED 189k and AED 1.0M.
• The rental price for 8+bedroom villas in Al Barsha 2 is between AED 270k and AED 750k per annum.

Those looking for spacious houses can find a few townhouses for rent in Al Barsha 2. The rent for a 7-bedroom townhouse in Al Barsha 2 is AED 190k per annum.

There are also a few apartments for rent in Al Barsha 2 that comes in 2-bedroom configurations. The annual rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Al Barsha 2 is AED 60k.

As for commercial properties, the rental price for offices in Al Barsha 2 is AED 88k per annum. Whereas, rent for shops in Al Barsha 2 is AED 90k per annum.

The villas in Al Barsha 2 are popular among expatriates. Villas for sale in Al Barsha 2 come in 3 to 7-bedroom configurations. These houses feature built-in wardrobes, fully fitted kitchens with modern cabinets, fully equipped bathrooms and a maid’s room.

The sale trend for different bed types is as follows:

• The 3-bedroom villas for sale in Al Barsha 2 are priced between AED 4.75M and AED 5.1M
• The sale price of 4-bedroom villas in Al Barsha 2 ranges between AED 4.8M and AED 17M
• Buying a 5-bedroom villa in Al Barsha 2 can cost you somewhere between AED 6.5M and AED 15M
• The sale price for a 6-bedroom villa in Al Barsha 2 can be as low as AED 7.5M
• The sale price for a 7-bedroom villa in Al Barsha 2 is AED 15M
• The sale price for an 8+bedroom villa in Al Barsha 2 costs between AED 11M and AED 120M

Those looking for affordable options can find a few apartments for sale in Al Barsha 2. The sale price for a 3-bedroom flat in Al Barsha 2 is AED 1.29M.

Residential plots for sale in Al Barsha 2 are priced between AED 4.5M and AED 13.2M.

Residents don’t need to get worried about parking in Al Barsha 2 as each villa has a dedicated covered parking area for one or two vehicles. Visitors can avail street parking facility outside the house.

Those relying on public transportation in Al Barsha 2 will find several bus and metro stations at a short distance. Al Barsha Mall Bus Station, Al Barsha 2, Street 43, Park 3 bus stop, Al Barsha 3, Street 329 B-1 & B-2 bus stops and Al Barsha Dubai National School bus station are within 10 minutes drive by car.

The nearest metro stations include Equiti Metro Station, Mall of the Emirates Metro Station, Mashreq Metro Station and Dubai Internet City Metro Station. All these metro stations are accessible in a 5 to 15-minute drive.

Residents of Al Barsha 2 can quickly access local grocery stores and popular supermarkets in Al Barsha within a short drive. These include:

• Al Barsha Oasis Grocery Store
• Golden Chain Grocery
• Sea Sun Grocery
• Barsha Sky Grocery
• Al Barsha Grocery

For larger grocery hauls, residents can find one of the branches of Spinneys supermarkets in Dubai. It is located in Subway, Shop # 3, Near 37th Street, Al Barsha 2. Union Coop Hypermarket Al Barsha is another option located on the 3rd floor of Al Barsha Mall.

Muslim residents will find plenty of mosques in Al Barsha 2 where they can offer their daily prayers. Some closest options are:

• Al Salam Masjid
• Salaf Thani Bin Atiq Mosque
• Abu Bakr El Siddiq Mosque
• Al Qayyem Mosque
• Masjid Abdul Rehman Bin Abu Bakr

Omer Bin Abdul Aziz Mosque and Masjid Imam Hasan Barsha are also located in the vicinity.

Emirates Baptist Church International is one of the few Baptist churches in Dubai that caters to the Christian residents of Al Barsha. It is located inside Grand Excelsior Hotel, Al Barsha, on 7 69 A Street. You can reach here within 10 minutes.

Other churches near Al Barsha 2 are City Hill Church Dubai, Fellowship: A Church in Dubai, Coza Church, St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church, Covenant Hope Church, Christ Church Jebel Ali, Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and United Christian Church of Dubai. All these churches are accessible within a 20-minute drive.

Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Gurdwara in Jebel Ali Village is a place of worship for Sikh Residents. It will take 19-minutes to reach this temple.

As for Hindu residents, there are plenty of temples in Bur Dubai located at a 28-minute driving distance.

Al Barsha 2 is an ideal residential community for parents with school-going children. Those seeking early education can find Barsha Oasis Nursery and one of the branches of Blossom Nurseries in Dubai within the neighbourhood.

Some of the reputable schools in Al Barsha are located in this community. These include:

• Al Mawakeb School
• Al Barsha Quran School
• Al Qeyam Model School
• Smart Vision School Dubai

Other options for schools in the neighbouring communities are:

• American School of Creative Science Al Barsha
• GEMS World Academy
• King’s School Al Barsha
• American School of Dubai.

GEMS World Academy near Al Barsha 2 follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum offering education to children from Kindergarten-1 to grade 12.

Some renowned universities near Al Barsha 2 are the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD), Middlesex University Dubai, Michigan State University in Dubai and Canadian University Dubai. All the institutes for higher education are located within a 15-minute drive away from the neighbourhood.

For immediate medical assistance, residents can head to American Hospital Clinic in Al Barsha 2. It is one of the best clinics in Al Barsha offering treatment for paediatrics, ophthalmology, cosmetic surgery and other diseases. IMC Medical Centre is another finest medical facility in the community. It offers advanced treatments in Plastic Surgery, Dental, Beauty & Aesthetics, Dermatology, and Gynecology.

Other hospitals near Al Barsha 2 are:

• Al Zahra Hospital
• Saudi German Hospital
• Mediclinic Park View Hospital

There are several leading pharmacy brands in Al Barsha 2 providing medicines from all top-notch pharmaceutical companies. These include Boots Pharmacy, Life Pharmacy, BinSina Pharmacy and Aster Pharmacy.

Al Barsha 2 is surrounded by other sub-communities of Al Barsha. There is Al Barsha 1 on the northwest, Al Barsha 3 on the southwest and Al Barsha South on the south. Other nearby areas include Al Sufouh, Al Quoz Industrial Area and The Greens.

Al Barsha 2 Dubai residents enjoy quick access to shopping malls, restaurants and leisure destinations.

There is no shortage of shopping malls in Al Barsha 2 Dubai. These include:

• Al Barsha Mall
• Galleria Al Barsha
• Mall of the Emirates

Al Barsha Mall is relatively a small shopping mall but it is an ideal destination for an outing with family. It has more than 96 stores, dining options, a kids’ play area and a supermarket.

Galleria Al Barsha is a shopping and leisure destination located near Al Barsha Pond Park, Al Barsha 2. Some of the popular shops in the mall are Capster, La Cavalieri, M Sentiment and Galerie Hindam.

Mall of the Emirates in the neighbouring community is also one of the popular malls in Dubai. The mall features more than 630 retail stores, two 5-star hotels and a wide range of casual dining restaurants. It is also home to popular entertainment destinations such as Ski Dubai, Magic Planet and VOX Cinemas.

Food lovers can find various casual, seafood, fine dining and fast-food restaurants in the area. Some of the favoured restaurants in Al Barsha 2 are:

• Barbeque Nation
• Eat & Drink Restaurant
• Noor Al Mandi Restaurant
• Dubai Fish Hut
• Caesars Restaurant & Confectionery
• Freej Al Ain Restaurant
• Sandella’s UAE
• Baydar

Barbeque Nation is among the best Al Barsha restaurants serving Indian and Continental cuisines. Eat & Drink Restaurant is another casual dining option, whereas Noor Al Mandi Restaurant is a Yemenite restaurant.

Dubai Fish Hut – Al Barsha is a dedicated seafood restaurant which serves a perfect combination of fresh seafood with green salads. Caesars Restaurant & Confectionery is an internationally recognised restaurant and confectionery chain, operating in the UAE for two decades.

Freej Al Ain Restaurant is a traditional eatery and Sandella’s UAE is a fast-food restaurant. Baydar is an eatery in Al Barsha Mall.

Jumeirah Beach and Al Sufouh Beach are the two most popular beaches near Al Barsha 2. One of the best public beaches in Dubai, Kite Beach is also located a 17-minute drive away. Visitors can enjoy water sports activities, sun lounges, food trucks and outdoor sports facilities.

Al Barsha Pond Park, commonly known as Al Barsha Park, is a family-friendly park located in Al Barsha 2. It has a wide range of sports activities including jogging, a circular cycling track, bouncy castles, a basketball court and seating area for families.

Dubai Miracle Garden is another notable landmark nearby. Spreads over an area of 72,000 sq. m., the garden is home to around 50 million flowers and other attractive floral displays.

Visitors must visit Butterfly Garden which has around 15,000 butterflies of 26 different species. The 8th season of the garden has started from November 2019 and it will last till May 2020. This episode will feature a 400-m walking track and floral displays.

Al Barsha Pond Park in Al Barsha 2 is the major highlight of the community. Residents can take a stroll, jog or enjoy themselves with families in the parks.

Fitness enthusiasts will find several gyms in Al Barsha 2 to keep themselves healthy and active. These include Goldy’s Gym in Al Barsha Mall and The Home of Flow. Residents can also learn Karate at Ashihara Karate. Other nearby health clubs are Infinite Power Gym, Al Barsha Gym and Synergy Gym and Fitness.

Spas and salons near Al Barsha 2 are:

• East Elegance Beauty Salon
• Taksim Salon & Spa
• Gladys Beauty Salon
• Roger Doumit Beauty Salon

All these beauty salons are located within a 10-minute drive from the neighbourhood. Nayomi Beauty Salon is among the popular salons in Al Barsha known for providing professional hair treatment, relaxing massage, and manicures to the clients. Beauty partners such as Kérastase, L’Oréal Professional, Thalgo, MAC, CND, OPI and Essie are associated with the salon.

Al Barsha Mall and the Mall of the Emirates host different cultural events and traditional festivals throughout the year. Those looking to keep in touch with their fellow community members can join Al Barsha Community page on Facebook.

Al Barsha 2 is one of the popular sub-communities in Al Barsha. It is an ideal place to live for families as it offers all the basic amenities, restaurants, shopping malls, hospitals, schools and supermarkets within the community. However, traffic congestion during peak hours may remain a problem for residents as Al Barsha 2 is located close to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road.

Al Barsha 2 is one of the sub-communities of Al Barsha, Dubai.

One can easily find villas, apartments, offices and shops in Al Barsha 2.

Al Barsha is a non-freehold area, which means that only UAE nationals or GCC can buy a property in Al Barsha.

• Mall of the Emirates is at a distance of 11 minutes via 23rd St.
• Dubai International Airport is at a 21-minute distance via Al Khail Rd/E44.
• Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa are less than 20 minutes away.