Highlights
- Renting Property
- Buying Property
- Hotels in Al Furjan
- Popular Communities
- Getting around
- Schools & Clinics
- Malls & Restaurants
- Things to Consider
ABOUT AL FURJAN
Al Furjan or just Furjan is a vibrant neighbourhood and popular residential district headed by master developer Nakheel. Al Furjan aims to build a friendly villa community for its residents and is located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
The community is made up of a shared network of pathways and amenities. Furjan will benefit from linked cycle routes running through Discovery Gardens, Garden View Villas and Al Furjan – which will result in a 40 km cycle track for the communities. Al Furjan’s property types range from over 4,000 apartments, houses, hotels and commercial spaces, with more under construction, to be launched by 2022.
IN A NUTSHELL
- Consists mainly of villas and townhouses but also has a few residential apartment buildings.
- Close to major highways: Sheikh Zayed Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
- Has its own metro station called Al Furjan Metro Station
- Perfect for families looking for a close-knit community.
- Neighbours Jebel Ali Village, Discovery Gardens and Green Community.
- Provides amenities such as swimming pools, gyms, parks and so on.
Neighbourhood
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Al Furjan Dubai is a new gated community developed by Nakheel, it provides a private and secure family living environment away from the city. The two community centres – Al Furjan Pavillion and Al Furjan West Pavillion – feature a range of amenities such as swimming pools, sports courts, restaurants, cafes and retail outlets.
Properties in Al Furjan
The Al Furjan area features a completely integrated community. Offering villas, apartments, and hotels from many of Dubai’s reputable developers, the inspired urban planning with distinctive and functional features accommodate every aspect of family living.
Rental Trends in Al Furjan
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Apartment Type |
Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
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Apartment Type
Studio |
Average Rental Price in AED
33,000 |
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Apartment Type
1-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
54,000 |
|
Apartment Type
2-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
76,000 |
|
Apartment Type
3-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
99,000 |
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For those looking at renting apartments in Furjan, will find options including studios, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom flats. Starting price for renting a studio is AED 25k, the average rent for 1-bedroom apartments is AED 54k while the annual rent for 2-bedroom apartments ranges from AED 60k to AED 95k. Top buildings in the area include the mid-rise, serviced apartment buildings: Candace Acacia by Azizi Developments and the Masakin Al Furjan apartment complex.
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Villa Type |
Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
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Villa Type
3-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
123,000 |
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Villa Type
4-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
120,000 |
|
Villa Type
5-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
172,000 |
|
Villa Type
6-bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
211,000 |
Renting options for Al Furjan villas include 3, 4, 5, and 6-bedroom houses, tenants can also choose from a few townhouses for rent. Rent for a 3-bedroom villa starts at AED 93k and goes up to AED 155k depending on the amenities required. Popular options include the Dubai Style and Quortaj villas from Nakheel – these are independent villas with their own architectural style.
Sales Trends in Al Furjan
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Apartment Type |
Average Sales Price in AED |
|---|---|
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Apartment Type
Studio |
Average Sales Price in AED
476,000 |
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Apartment Type
1-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
804,000 |
|
Apartment Type
2-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
1,120,000 |
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Apartment Type
3-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
1,585,000 |
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Apartment Type
4-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
1,986,000 |
In terms of buying property, Furjan Dubai is a freehold area, it is still a developing community as there are a few off-plan properties that will be delivered by 2022. One can buy a 2-bedroom apartment in an average price of AED 1.1M while the price range for purchasing a spacious 3-bedroom apartment in Al Furjan fluctuates between AED 1M to AED 1.8M.
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Villa Type |
Average Sales Price in AED |
|---|---|
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Villa Type
3-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
2,054,000 |
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Villa Type
4-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
3,395,000 |
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Villa Type
5-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
3,461,000 |
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Villa Type
6-bed |
Average Sales Price in AED
4,772,000 |
On the other hand, investing in a 3-bedroom villa will demand a price range of AED 1.4M to AED 4.8M. The average price of a 4-bedroom villa is AED 3.3M while the 5-bedroom villa for sale is available in a price range of AED 2.6M to AED 5.6M. Investors can also buy townhouses in Al Furjan.
ROI in Al Furjan
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Apartment Type |
ROI |
|---|---|
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Apartment Type
Studio |
ROI
7.3% |
|
Apartment Type
1-bed |
ROI
6.8% |
|
Apartment Type
2-bed |
ROI
6.4% |
|
Apartment Type
3-bed |
ROI
6.2% |
Studio apartments in Al Furjan offer the highest return on investment, 7.3%. 1-bedroom follows with 6.8% ROI. The spacious 2 and 3-bedroom units round up the list with 6.4% and 6.2% ROI.
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Villa Type |
ROI |
|---|---|
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Villa Type
3-bed |
ROI
5.9% |
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Villa Type
4-bed |
ROI
5.3% |
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Villa Type
5-bed |
ROI
5.5% |
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Villa Type
6-bed |
ROI
4.4% |
Buying a villa or townhouse in Al Furjan can be a profitable asset for investors. As per collected data, 3 and 5-bedroom villa offer 5.9% and 5.5% ROI respectively. 4-bedroom house bags 5.3% ROI while 6-bedroom vill has 4.4% ROI.
Al Furjan Floor Plans
Interested tenants can browse Al Furjan floor plans and take a look at floor plans of any community/building in the neighbourhood.
Most Popular Communities in Al Furjan
The spotlight for Al Furjan has grown in recent years with properties nearing completion by 2022 and the introduction of the Expo 2020 metro route. Property buyers will also find the area to be often overlooked with spacious homes at affordable prices. If you are considering renting or buying a property in Al Furjan take a look below at the top five communities in the area.
Starz by Danube fares as the most popular community in Al Furjan. The mixed-use community offers a selection of 446 units of studio, 1 and 2-bedroom fully furnished apartments. The second-most popular community in the area is Phase 2. It is the second phase of the neighbourhood with modern yet affordable residential options, these include spacious villas, townhouses and apartments.
Placing third and fourth are the two villa communities by Nakheel, Quortaj and Dubai Style. They both differ in their architectural styles, the Quortaj villas feature key elements from North African architecture combined with Islamic and Mediterranean components developed for warmer climates. Whereas the Dubai Style villas are more reminiscent of local architecture with each villa having a more modern traditional exterior as well as a functional wind tower from the 20th century, to cool the rooms down below. Dubai Style Villas is one of the popular areas to rent villas in Al Furjan.
Dreams by the Danube spread over 700,000 sq. ft. and features luxurious 3 and 4-bedroom villas and townhouses with an affordable price tag.
Hotels in Al Furjan
The Manor Hotel by JA is a 233-room 4-star hotel in Al Furjan. Each bedroom in the hotel is equipped with comfortably sized beds, seating area, workstation and a sleek industrial bathroom. The Manor Hotel is an ideal place to stay for guests who wish to stay close to Al Maktoum Airport and JAFZA business district. It is located in proximity to the Expo 2020 site as well.
Transportation and Parking Spaces in Al Furjan
There are dedicated parking lots all across the neighbourhood, for the two Al Furjan Pavillion Community Centres and also for the Al Furjan club which has 300 parking spaces. Otherwise, buildings come with their basement parking, street parking is available as well and villas come with their own parking spaces.
Public Transportation in Al Furjan
The Al Furjan Metro Station is located in the area, it lies on Route 2020 of the Dubai Metro. Other nearby stations include Discovery Gardens Metro Station, Ibn Battuta Metro Station and Jebel Ali Metro Station.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTH CARE
Supermarkets in Al Furjan
Spinneys Al Furjan is a part of the Al Furjan Pavillion community mall. There are also the smaller W Fresh and West Zone supermarkets nearby to service the community, both of which offer home delivery. Nearby at the border of Discovery Gardens is a Carrefour Market and then Ibn Battuta has the massive Carrefour Hypermarket for your main grocery needs.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN AL FURJAN
There is the Al Furjan West Mosque located next to the Al Furjan West Pavillion. Alongside this, the Al Furjan Mosque is still under construction and will be completed in the first half of 2019. Meanwhile, you can also visit the Masjid Abdullah Ali Al-Chaafar in Discovery Gardens.
St. Gregorios Orthodox Church is the closest church for the residents of Al Furjan. There is also the International Nepalese Community Church, both these churches are located in Jebel Ali Village which borders Al Furjan.
Those looking for temple near Al Furjan can head to Gurunanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara which is a 13-minute drive away. Hindu temples can be found 40 minutes away in Bur Dubai.
SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES IN AL FURJAN
The Arbor School in Al Furjan, newly opened in September 2018 is the first sustainable school in the UAE. It offers a high standard of education based on the National Curriculum of England. Their educational vision is enriched with an ethical outlook focused on eco-literacy, sustainability and environmental justice. The Arbor School’s curriculum ends at Year 6 and annual fees start at AED 56k. For younger children aged 18 months to 4 years old, there is the Jebel Ali Village Nursery located in Al Furjan South offering the British Curriculum – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Located nearby in Dubai Investment Park is the Lebanon-based University: the University of Balamand in Dubai. Offering a range of accredited undergraduate degrees based on the American model of higher education. In 2013, the Russian based Synergy University opened their Dubai campus in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. The university is offering several programs for their bachelor’s and master’s degrees, most notably the MBA in Women’s Leadership which is the first of its kind in the Middle East. Synergy University is popular amongst business experts trying to expand their level of capability. All programs are licensed by KHDA – the local authority of Dubai.
HOSPITALS AND CLINICS IN AL FURJAN
Medicentres Al Furjan Pavilion is open 7 days a week from 8 am to 8 pm, offering family medicine, paediatrics, physiotherapy, and dentistry. For specialized care, there is the Advanced Care Oncology Center located in Al Furjan South offering premium patient care. The nearest hospital is NMC Royal Hospital in Dubai Investment Park.
Nearby Areas
Al Furjan neighbours Discovery Gardens and Jebel Ali Village, it is close to The Gardens, Green Community and Jumeirah Park. Accessing Jebel Ali and Abu Dhabi will be easy for residents living in Al Furjan. Areas such as Dubai Investment Park, Sports City and Jumeirah Golf Estates are just a short drive away.
Lifestyle
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
Malls in Al Furjan
The two Al Furjan Pavilions, one on either side of the neighbourhood have their supermarkets, over 10 restaurants and 24 retail outlets each. Apart from that, there is also the mammoth Ibn Battuta Mall, located in the neighbouring Discovery Gardens. This Dubai shopping mall is known for its unique architecture that is showcased all throughout the different courts, leading it to be the world’s largest themed shopping mall. Additionally, Ibn Battuta has much to offer, with more than 420 shops, 50 restaurants and a 21-screen cinema to keep the Furjan community entertained.
Restaurants in Al Furjan
There are quite a few foods and beverage outlets located in the Al Furjan Pavillion Centres, popular choices are Oregano – a casual dining Italian restaurant, Which Wich – the make your own sandwich chain, and Al Arrab – a popular Arab eatery. Discovery Garden is famed for being a haven for foodies, mainly due to the price point and variety of restaurants and cuisines; if you are looking for hidden gems you will know where to turn. For licensed ventures, Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate will be your best bet, as all of their restaurants and lounges have a full bar available.
Beaches near Al Furjan
The closest beaches to the Al Furjan community are in Dubai Marina which is about 20-minutes away by car. There are multiple boardwalk restaurants and retail outlets to enjoy. In addition, there are also a playground and outdoor fitness amenities. You could also visit Al Sufouh Beach which is a little further at a 25-minute drive.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
For a fun night out you could visit the newly opened and licensed Reel Cinemas at Jebel Ali Recreational Club, which is just a 10-minute drive away. For AED 160 you can enjoy a movie with a starter and a main course, the menu has been created by TV persona Guy Fieri.
Switch Bowling in Ibn Battuta is a good option for some family fun, it isn’t your typical bowling alley, with neon lights at every corner it is more of a glow in the dark bowling experience. If the summer heat is getting to you then you’re going to want to check out paddleboarding at the JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel. It’s fun as well as a great workout for your core, if paddleboarding isn’t your thing, they’ve got many other water sports to try too. You can also go shooting and horse riding at the nearby clubs.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Apart from the main park located inside Masakin Al Furjan and the landscaped playgrounds spread out all over the neighbourhood, parks are currently being developed for the area. Otherwise, there are tons of parks nearby in The Gardens and Discovery Gardens districts that are easily accessible.
For the residents of the area, there is the Al Furjan Club which features a 25-metre temperature-controlled pool, children’s pool, sports court and a fully-equipped gym with four fitness studios.
The Al Furjan Pavillions have your lifestyle amenities covered, with multiple salons, pharmacies, cafes and more included on either side of the neighbourhood. Popular establishments include Tips and Toes Spa, New Era Bookshop and Life Pharmacy.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Both the Al Furjan Pavillion community centres have on-going events for the community to participate in. For kids aged 10 and below, there is The Ark UAE – a children’s community activity centre, where your children can explore entertainment activities in a safe environment. There is also the Al Barsha Mall which has different on-going community events, so keep an eye out for those.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
One must evaluate the pros and cons of Al Furjan before moving to the area. The area is still developing, parts of it are under construction. This will be resolved once Al Furjan Dubai is fully completed in 2022 with the addition of 2,000 more homes and amenities, which will also increase the value of living in the area.
Location
- 5 minutes drive to get on to Sheikh Muhammed Bin Zayed Road
- Al Maktoum International Airport is 18 minutes away
- 30 minutes from Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa