HIGHLIGHTS
- Renting property
- Buying property
- Popular sub-communities
- Schools & clinics
- Malls & restaurants
- Things to consider
- FAQs
ABOUT AL QUOZ
Al Quoz is a 27.1 sq. km. rectangular stretch of land located between Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44) in Dubai. It is divided into residential and commercial sectors. The residential side is mostly concentrated in the northeast region. These include Al Quoz 1, Al Quoz 2 and Al Quoz 4 . Al Quoz 3 is mainly industrial and offers office spaces and warehouses.
The commercial sector is known as the Al Quoz Industrial Area, which forms the southern part of the community. Al Quoz Industrial Area 1, Al Quoz Industrial Area 2, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3 and Al Quoz Industrial Area 4 are being developed by Dubai Municipality. The area is one of the oldest manufacturing hubs in Dubai housing factories and auto shops.
IN A NUTSHELL
- A mix-use district in Dubai
- Located between Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44)
- Al Quoz 1, 2, and 4 are residential sectors
- Al Quoz Industrial Areas 1, 2, 3 and 4 are commercial sector
- Offers a variety of apartments, villas and townhouses
- Commercial properties include shops, offices, warehouses, factories and labour camps
NEIGHBOURHOOD
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
The residential side of the Al Quoz area is home to mainly Emirati families and expatriates. The commercial district features factories, car showrooms and warehouses.
PROPERTIES IN AL QUOZ AREA
Residential properties in Al Quoz include a variety of apartments, spacious villas and a few residential plots.
Apartments in Al Quoz UAE come in studio to 4-bedroom units. These units feature master bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, en-suite bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a living room, a dining area and a balcony featuring double-glazed windows. Larger flats also feature a guest room and a separate maid’s room.
Villas in Al Quoz Dubai come in 4 to 6-bedroom units. These villas feature master bedrooms, a kitchen, luxury backyards, a maid’s room, a driver’s room, a hallway, a study room, a private garage and a balcony. There are also a few townhouses concentrated in Al Quoz 4.
There are also few residential plots in Al Quoz 1 and Al Quoz 2.
Al Quoz Dubai United Arab Emirates is also home to several commercial properties. These include offices, retail shops, warehouses, commercial plots, factories, industrial lands and showrooms.
Al Quoz Creative District
The Dubai government initiated the Al Quoz Creative District as part of the Dubai 2040 city plan, aiming to establish a central hub and free zone area for creative-related services. It will serve as a focal point for issuing business permits and visas. The integrated development will offer versatile spaces for artists, designers, and other creatives to reside, work, exhibit, and market their creations.
Registered operators will qualify for the Al Quoz Creative membership programme, providing exemptions on import/export and visa issuance fees, licensing fees, and Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry fees. Additional benefits include affordable rent and logistical support.
Entrepreneurial start-ups will have access to training programmes to foster creative ideas into viable businesses. Targeted creative fields encompass writing, publishing, audio-visual media, artistic and cultural industries, video gaming, software, and commercial design. This initiative aligns with the Dubai Creative Economy Strategy, aiming to elevate Dubai as a global innovation hub by 2025, attracting creators, entrepreneurs, investors, and investments in creative sectors.
Rental Trends in Al Quoz Area
Apartment Type | Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
Apartment Type Studio | Average Rental Price in AED 40,000 |
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 47,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 59,000 |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 80,000 |
- 3 BEDS
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- 3 BATHS
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- 2009 SQFT
- STUDIO
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- 1 BATH
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- 384 SQFT
- 1 BED
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- 2 BATHS
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- 1189 SQFT
- 1 BED
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- 2 BATHS
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- 1306 SQFT
In the last 12 months, 12,146 rent transactions for apartments in Al Quoz were recorded, amounting to AED 569.9M.
The studio flats for rent in Al Quoz are priced between AED 39k and AED 85k per annum. 1-bedroom apartments for rent in Al Quoz are priced as low as AED 60k and as high as AED 78k per annum.
Rents for 2-bedroom apartments in Al Quoz can range between AED 45k to AED 85k per annum. The spacious 3-bedroom apartments for rent in Al Quoz cost AED 84k per annum.
Villa Type | Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 265,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 312,000 |
Villa Type 6-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 354,000 |
Villa Type 7+Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 449,000 |
The rents for 4-bedroom villas in Al Quoz range from AED 200k to AED 500k per annum. For renting a 5-bed villa in Al Quoz, one has to spend between AED 220k and AED 1.5M per annum. The rental price for 6-bedroom villas in Al Quoz ranges between AED 280k and AED 750k per annum.
Rental trends for commercial properties in the Al Quoz area are:
- In the last 12 months, 8,511 rent transactions for offices in Al Quoz were recorded, amounting to AED 298.8M. Rents for offices in Al Quoz start from AED 2k to AED 1.6M per annum.
- Those willing to rent a shop in Al Quoz can find prices between AED 66k and AED 1.89M per annum.
- Warehouses for rent in Al Quoz are available for as low as AED 4k yearly and as high as AED 11M per annum.
- The rental price of labour camps in Al Quoz is between AED 15k and AED 6M per annum.
- Commercial plots for rent in Al Quoz are priced between AED 220k and AED 2M per annum.
- The annual rent of factories in Al Quoz is AED 5M.
- Industrial land for rent in Al Quoz is priced at AED 750k to AED 1M per annum.
- Showrooms for rent in Al Quoz cost AED 500k to AED 4.4M per annum.
Sales Trend in Al Quoz Area
Apartment Type | Average Sale Price in AED |
|---|---|
Apartment Type Studio | Average Sale Price in AED 448,000 |
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 715,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 1,293,000 |
Apartment Type 4-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 2,200,000 |
- 2 BEDS
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- 2 BATHS
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- 1202 SQFT
- STUDIO
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- 1 BATH
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- 649 SQFT
- 1 BED
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- 2 BATHS
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- 1020 SQFT
- STUDIO
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- 1 BATH
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- 595 SQFT
- 2 BEDS
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- 3 BATHS
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- 2054 SQFT
- STUDIO
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- 1 BATH
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- 591 SQFT
In the last 12 months, 121 sale transactions for apartments in Al Quoz were recorded, amounting to AED 87.4M.
The studios for sale in Al Quoz range between AED 480k to AED 670k. The sale price for 1-bedroom apartments in Al Quoz is AED 690k to AED 1.05M. For those willing to buy 2-bedroom flats in Al Quoz, prices are between AED 1.19M and AED 1.88M. A 3-bedroom flat for sale in Al Quoz costs AED 1.9M.
The sale price for 4-bedroom flats in Al Quoz is around AED 1.8M to AED 2.1M. For buying 5-bedroom flats in Al Quoz price is AED 2M.
Villa Type | Average Sale Price in AED |
|---|---|
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Sale Price in AED 3,000,000 |
In the last 12 months, 494 sale transactions for villas in Al Quoz were recorded, amounting to AED 8.1B.
A 4-bedroom villa for sale in Al Quoz costs as low as AED 3.8M. The sale price for a 5-bedroom villa in Al Quoz is around AED 3.1M. A 6-bedroom villa for sale in Al Quoz costs AED 3.2M. There are also a few 5-bedroom townhouses for sale in Al Quoz amounting to AED 3.1M.
For those willing to buy residential plots in Al Quoz, prices will be AED 3.2M to AED 4.8M.
Sales trends for commercial properties in Al Quoz Dubai are:
- Warehouses for sale in Al Quoz cost AED 3.5M to AED 65M.
- Labour camps for sale in Al Quoz have prices between AED 4.5M and AED 40.8M.
- Commercial Plots for sale in Al Quoz have prices between AED 3.8M and AED 120M.
- Industrial land for sale in Al Quoz costs AED 3.6M to AED 46M.
ROI in Al Quoz Area
Apartment Type | ROI |
|---|---|
Apartment Type Studio | ROI 9.52% |
Apartment Type 1-Bed | ROI 8.82% |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | ROI 6.51% |
Studio apartments in Al Quoz offer the highest ROI of 9.52%. 1-bedroom units follow with an ROI of 8.82%. The rental yield for 2-bedroom apartments is 6.51%.
Villa Type | ROI |
|---|---|
Villa Type 5-Bed | ROI 5.38% |
The 5-bedroom villas for sale offer returns of 5.38%.
Most Popular Communities in Al Quoz
Al Quoz 4 fared as the most popular community featuring spacious villas and sophisticated apartment buildings with large bedrooms and landscaped gardens. Apartments for rent in Al Quoz 4 range between AED 39k and AED 85k per annum. The sale price for apartments in Al Quoz 4 starts from AED 480k and goes up to AED 2.1M. Investors can also find spacious villas and townhouses for sale in Al Quoz 4.
Al Quoz Industrial Area is the second most popular community for renting and buying properties. It is divided into four sub-communities namely Al Quoz Industrial Areas 1, 2, 3 and 4. Apartments for rent in Al Quoz Industrial Area start from AED 45k and go up to AED 84k per annum. One can also invest in commercial properties such as warehouses and labour camps.
Al Quoz 2 and Al Quoz 3 are third and fourth on the popularity list.
Al Quoz Floor Plans
Interested tenants can take a look at 2D/3D views of Al Quoz floor plans for popular communities/buildings in the neighbourhood.
HOTELS IN AL QUOZ
Besides residential and commercial properties, there are a few hotels in Al Quoz adding to the wide range of accommodation options in the district. Some notable ones include:
- Ascot Hotel
- Urban Al Khoory
Ascot Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Al Quoz Industrial Area 1. It offers comfortable guestrooms featuring LCD televisions and minibars. Guests can have access to complimentary newspapers and wireless internet. Other amenities of the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, a steam room, 24-hour room service, dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities.
Urban Al Khoory is a contemporary hotel located just off Sheikh Zayed Road. The hotel offers a selection of distinct guest rooms with exceptional service. Each hotel room is fully equipped with amenities including an individually controlled A/C unit, free Wi-Fi, an Interactive High Definition TV, an in-room safe, a mini-fridge and hair dryers. The additional services available include an ironing board, laundry services, concierge services, a wake-up call service, International direct dialling and an on-call Doctor service (subject to applicable surcharges). The hotel also has spacious meetings and events rooms equipped with customizable settings and cutting-edge audio-visual facilities.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN AL QUOZ
Those living in apartments can find dedicated parking spaces in Al Quoz. Villas come with covered parking spots. For those living in villas, parking will not be an issue as most villas come with covered parking spots.
Public Transportation in Al Quoz Area
Metro Station near Al Quoz is the Onpassive Metro Station. It is on the Red Line of Dubai Metro and at a 10-minute drive.
Madinat Jumeirah 1 & 2 bus stops and Burj Al Arab Hotel 1 & 2 bus stops are the nearest options to take a bus. These are 17 to 19-minute drive by car.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS IN AL QUOZ
There are plenty of small marts throughout the community. However, most families prefer to buy groceries in bulk and for that, there are plenty of supermarkets in Al Quoz. For instance, there is Jubily Supermarket, Sky Star Grocery and Abdallah Ketait Grocery in Al Quoz 4.
Other supermarkets in the neighbourhood include Sultan Al Madina Super Market, Najmath Al Madina Supermarket, Azhr Al Madina Hypermarket and Sahat Al Madina Supermarket.
Moreover, just 7 minutes away is the West Zone Supermarket that is popular amongst residents for its fresh meat and organic produce.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN AL QUOZ
Muslim residents will not need to leave the community for their daily prayers as there are several mosques in Al Quoz.
There are a few churches in Al Quoz and the surrounding area. These include The Gatekeepers Weekday Warehouse, Emirates Baptist Church and Fellowship: A Christian Church in Dubai. These churches are accessible at an 8 to 17-minute drive by car.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church located on Oud Mehta Road is categorised among the best churches in Dubai. To get there, take the Al Khail Road (E44) freeway going northbound and it will take you approximately 15 minutes to get there.
The closest gurdwara temples are Automech Gurudwara and Gurudwara Al Aweer. Both are located in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2 at a 17 to 20-minute drive by car. Guru Nanak Darbar, just 22-minutes away in the vicinity of Jebel Ali.
The closest Hindu temple, Shiva Temple will require one to drive for 15-minutes towards the Za’abeel community.
SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES IN AL QUOZ
There are several reputable schools in Al Quoz to choose from. The most centrally located school is Clarion School. This school follows the US common core curriculum that is based on progressive learning. Students learn by actively participating in activities that include playing, personal experiences and social interactions.
The overall objective of Safa British School in Al Quoz is not to make education a task that must be tolerated but to make learning challenging while being fun at the same time. Other schools in the neighbourhood are GEMS Our Own Indian School and Oaktree Primary School.
Younger children will have to head to the nurseries in Al Barsha 2, this includes Dewdrop Nursery, Cherry Town Nursery and Seashells Nursery.
Jumeira University is located at Latifa Bint Hamdan Street, Al Quoz 4, United Arab Emirates. Other higher education options will be found in Dubai Knowledge Park, 16 to 19 minutes away. Universities here include Heriot-Watt University, Murdoch University Dubai, Middlesex University Dubai, University of Wollongong Dubai and more.
HOSPITALS AND CLINICS IN AL QUOZ
There are several clinics in Al Quoz that offers the best health care facilities to the patients. These include Aster Clinic, Al Quoz, Medilife Polyclinic LLC, Toronto Medical Center, Al Quoz City Star Polyclinic, Syed Sadiq Clinic, Noor Al Shefa Clinic and Access Clinic.
Another healthcare facility just a little further away is the iCare Clinic which is located on Al Wahda Street, right across Sheikh Zayed Road. Burjeel Hospital for Advanced Surgery is located on Sheikh Zayed Road close to Al Serkal Avenue, one can get to this hospital within a 10-minute drive. Most residents visit this hospital for its superior orthopaedic treatment.
NEARBY AREAS
Al Quoz is located between some vibrant communities. The main roads that connect this community with others are Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road. To its east is the district of Business Bay, while to its west is the district of Al Barsha and Al Manara. To its north, across Sheikh Zayed Road is the community of Umm Suqeim 1.
It is bounded by the Al Wasl community to the north and by Al Safa, Umm Al Sheif and Al Manara to the west, creating a long rectangle between Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road.
LIFESTYLE
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
Although the community is a relatively quiet district within Dubai, one doesn’t have to drive for several hours to find a decent place to shop and dine.
MALLS IN AL QUOZ
The largest mall in Al Quoz is situated in the subcommunity of Al Quoz 1. This mall is called the Oasis Centre. It is a complete shopping, dining and entertainment venue. Apart from having several retail stores and restaurants, it also has a theme park which is called Fun City.
The area is in proximity to other larger malls such as Mall of the Emirates which is situated in the nearby community of Al Barsha. The mall is home to hundreds of shopping outlets, luxury stores and dining establishments. There is Ski Dubai – an indoor ski slope, Magic Planet – an arcade and amusement park and VOX Cinemas, which features a laser IMAX cinema.
RESTAURANTS IN AL QUOZ
There are approximately 200 cafeteria-style eateries and upscale restaurants in Al Quoz. The cafeterias in the community mainly offer Indian, Pakistani and Arabian cuisines. A few favourite casual restaurants in the locality are Sabir Afghan Restaurant, Royal Darbar Restaurant, Madras Kitchen Restaurant – Al Khail Gate, Towlat Al Hanna Restaurant, Chennai Darbar, Raju Omlet and Shehar-e-Karachi.
The more upscale restaurants include Nizar Restaurant and Cafe, Tom & Serg, Lime Tree Restaurant and Soho Cafe.
Moving on, the nightlife around the neighbourhood is also quite dynamic. Nearby, you can find The Red Lion at Metropolitan Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, just 11 minutes away.
BEACHES NEAR AL QUOZ
Residents will have to drive a short distance to visit beaches near Al Quoz. The nearest option for them is Kite Beach which is only 12-minutes away via car. Kite Beach not only allows you to enjoy the sun and sand but there are several eateries on the premises as well. For instance, some restaurants found on Kite Beach are 25/55 Burgers, La Vedette Café, Taste of Brazil and Vicki da Dhaba. The beach also has play areas that have swings, slides, monkey bars and a jungle-gym.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
The neighbourhood is home to Al Serkal Avenue which is considered a hub of art and design in the region. It is famed for Cinema Akil which features foreign and locally made films. A historical building you should consider visiting is the Majlis Ghorfat Um-Al Sheif. This building was once a vacation home to the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum who had it built in the year 1955.
Dubai’s First Experiential Play Museum in Al Quoz 1 is a children’s learning centre. It features interactive exhibits, climbing nets, water cannons and a cafe.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Al Quoz has its park called Al Quoz Park 3. This park in Al Quoz is quite small and you won’t find much greenery or grass in this park but you will find a volleyball court and lots of sand. Accordingly, if you are looking to enjoy your day in a greener space then you’ll certainly enjoy visiting the Al Quoz Pond Park that is full of green spaces overlooking an artificial pond. This park is also considerably larger than the latter. Also, it attracts a variety of birds and there’s plenty of grass for kids to run around in.
Those looking to keep fit can find plenty of gyms in Al Quoz. These include Power Gym Al Quoz, Al Maqta Gym, 24 Fitness Dubai, GymNation Al Quoz, York Life Fitness Gym and Smart Life Fitness Gym among others.
For personal grooming, there are several beauty salons in Al Quoz. These include Oro Rosa Ladies Beauty Salon, Alsayah Gents Salon, Golden Star Gents Salon, Top To Toe Beauty Center – Oasis Village and Better Gents Salon.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Although the Al Quoz community isn’t known for holding any significant community events, not too far away near Al Khail Road has Al Khail Gate which hosts a monthly market on the first Friday of the month. This community event has a carnival-like vibe where children can participate in competition and games. Adults too can get involved in various types of competitive games.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Al Quoz is a place for those who are looking for a relatively quiet area to live in with their families. Also, when it comes to living here, do expect to run into large vehicles moving in and out of the community as the community has one of the largest commercial areas in Dubai.
FAQS ABOUT AL QUOZ
What city is near Al Quoz?
Al Quoz is bordered to the north by Al Wasl and to the west by Umm Al Sheif, Al Manara, and Al Safa.
Is Al Quoz a residential area?
The residential areas of Al Quoz include Al Quoz 1, Al Quoz 2 and Al Quoz 4.
How do I get to Al Quoz by Metro?
Onpassive Metro Station on the Red Line is the nearest metro. It is reachable at a 10-minute drive.
Is Al Quoz a free zone?
Al Quoz community is categorised as a creative free zone area.
What is the postal code of Al Quoz Dubai?
The postal code of Al Quoz Dubai is 28005.
Location
- Close to some of the trendiest bars and clubs in Dubai
- 25 minutes away from Dubai International Airport
- Mall of the Emirates is around 12 minutes away
- Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa are a short 10-minute drive away