Bukadra, Dubai

• Renting property
• Getting around
• Schools and clinics
• Malls and restaurants
• Things to consider

Bukadra, also spelt as Bu Kadra, is a small community located at the intersection of Ras Al Khor Road and Al Ain – Dubai Road. The area is under development with limited residential options. It is situated near industrial development – Ras Al Khor Industrial Area and Nad Al Sheba.

• A residential area adjacent to Ras Al Khor Industrial Area
• Features apartment buildings and shops
• Amenities nearby include supermarkets, mosques and healthcare facilities
• Ras Al Khor Road and Al Ain – Dubai Road lie in proximity

Bukadra has a well-connected road network and easy access to amenities as well as notable landmarks. It offers apartments and shops equipped with modern facilities.

Properties in Bukadra include apartments mainly available in a 2-bedroom layout. These apartments in API Horizon Pointe spread over 1,546 sq. ft. to 2,865 sq. ft. There is a living area, fitted kitchen and spacious bedrooms in each apartment. Other shared facilities of these apartments for sale in Bukadra include a parking area and 24-hour security.

The price range of apartments for rent in Bukadra is as follows:

• The annual rent for 2-bedroom apartments range between AED 80k to AED 90k

In terms of commercial properties, there are options available for shops for rent in Bukadra. The price range of these shops fluctuates between AED 195k to AED 228k.

The apartment buildings in the community offer a dedicated car parking facility on the basement and podium levels. On the other hand, visitors can use street parking areas for their vehicles.

The mode of public transportation near Bukadra include bus and metro service. Residents can take the Dubai bus from stations in the neighbourhood. These include Dubai Country Club bus station, Dubai Polo Club bus station and Aden Street bus station. Those looking for metro service will have to drive for around 15 to 18-minutes to reach Creek Metro Station, Al Jadaf Metro Station and Dubai Healthcare City Metro Station.

If you have your private conveyance, drive through Al Ain – Dubai Road (E66) and Ras Al Khor Road (E44), running on the north and west side of the community. Manama Street (D67) on the southern side connects Meydan Road (D69) and if you drive further ahead, the road will connect you with Sheikh Zayed Road (E11).

A handful of supermarkets near Bukadra offer a range of quality products. These include Shabab Al Madina Supermarket, Zam Zam Al Madina Supermarket and Ajwa Al Madina Supermarket. All these grocery stores are accessible in a 5 to 8-minute drive.

Mosques near Bukadra include Al Sahaba Mosque, Nad Al Sheba Mosque and Jaffa Mosque. These mosques are located a 5 to 10-minute drive away from the community.

St Mary’s Catholic Church is one of the best churches in Dubai at a 14-minute drive. It is the most-visited Catholic church of the emirate situated on Oud Metha Road. Other churches near Bukadra are King’s Revival Church International Dubai and Marantha Full Gospel Church.

Those who follow Hinduism can visit temples in Bur Dubai in a 25-minute drive, while Guru Nanak Darbar is accessible in a half-hour drive.

Hartland International School near Bukadra follows the National Curriculum of the UK for Foundation Stage to Year 13 students. It is situated a 17-minute drive in the neighbouring community. Other schools nearby are North London Collegiate School and Latifa School for girls.

The neighbouring community Ras Al Khor Industrial Area has plenty of healthcare facilities offering premium services to patients. These include Clinicare Medical Centre Samari, Miracure Medical Centre and Al Azhar Health Clinic. In a short drive lies an outlet of the best clinics in Dubai – Aster Clinic Ras Al Khor in Marhaba Mall.

Bukadra is surrounded by popular residential and commercial districts of the emirate. Towards the east lie Ras Al Khor Industrial Area, while Nad Al Sheba 2 shares a border from the southern side. Nad Al Sheba 1 and Al Quoz 2 are situated to the western side, whereas Dubai Design District is set on the north-western side. Other nearby areas include Ras Al Khor and Nad Al Hamar.

Dubai Festival City Mall is the family-friendly shopping destination home to internationally recognised stores such as IKEA and Singapore-based Robinson, along with other high-street fashion brands. Moreover, the shopping mall offers a range of entertainment facilities such as Festival Wheel, Dhow rides, 18-screen Novo Cinemas and Fabyland. IMAGINE is the award-winning attraction of the mall, combining light, laser and sound technologies. The shopping mall is accessible within a 13-minute drive. The Dubai Mall is another shopping mall near Bukadra with several retail outlets, dining options and entertainment facilities. It will take a 17-minute drive to reach the mall.

There is a bunch of restaurants near Bukadra offering a variety of cuisine. The popular ones are:

• Pak Sarhad Restaurant
• Mars Restaurant
• Al Mazam Restaurant
• Afridi Restaurant
• Majlis Al Mandi Restaurant
• Zaytoon Al Madina Restaurant

Those looking for upscale dining options can visit restaurants in Dubai Design District in less than a 15-minute drive. Akoba Dori, Vicolo Italian Street Food and Molecule Bistro Royale are a few.

Residents can visit the coastline of the emirate in a 20 to 25-minute drive via Al Meydan Road. Kite Beach is a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts, while Al Sufouh Beach is the perfect spot for a refreshing dip in the ocean. The most visited JBR Beach is also accessible in a half-hour drive.

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular leisure spot located an 8-minute drive away from the community. It is spread over 6.2 sq. km., featuring flora and fauna. The wetland has mangroves, mudflats and salt flats where visitors can spot resident and immigrant birds. These include sandpipers, reef herons and flamingos. This calm and tranquil sanctuary is monitored by Dubai Municipality to preserve the wildlife and environment.

The newly opened attraction of the emirate – Deep Dive Dubai, is also situated within a 13-minute drive. It is the largest and deepest dive pool holding 14 million litres of water, equivalent to six Olympic-sized swimming pools. The Sunken City is the main attraction of the dive pool featuring an apartment, an abandoned streetscape and a gaming arcade.

Other leisure spots near the community are Burj Khalifa and Creek Park.

The neighbouring communities of Bukadra has plenty of outdoor spaces and recreational facilities promoting a healthy lifestyle among residents. Those looking for indoor fitness options can head to Metalize in a 5-minute drive. It has a team of professional coaches helping you reach your fitness goals. Other gyms near the community are Power-Fit Gym and Trainers Gym.

The nearby shopping malls such as Dubai Festival City Mall and the Dubai Mall hosts several traditional festivals and colourful events to entertain visitors.

Bukadra is relatively a small neighbourhood going through a lot of expansion. Investors and buyers can find various investment options in the community, whereas prospective residents will have to wait to complete projects.

• Dubai International Airport is at a 13-minute drive
• It will take a 17-minute drive to Mushrif Park
• City Centre Deira is at a 17-minute drive
• A 14-minute drive to Al Warqaa and International City