Dasman, Sharjah

HIGHLIGHTS

• Getting around
• Renting property
• Schools & clinics
• Malls & restaurants
• Things to consider
• FAQs about Dasman

ABOUT DASMAN

Dasman is a peaceful community in Sharjah. The area is part of Halwan Suburb, sharing its borders with E11 Sharjah and major streets like Sheikh Zayed Street and Sheikh Rashid Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Street. The neighbourhood of Dasman is surrounded by popular residential communities including Al Ghubaiba, Al Abar and Al Samnan. Dasman is dominated by large, luxury villas mostly available for rent. 

The area provides direct access on to Al Wahda Street E11, proving to be an ideal location that allows residents to avail the basic amenities that lie in proximity to their homes as well as the facilities of the surrounding communities. 

IN A NUTSHELL

• Dasman is a popular residential district in Sharjah
• It is one of the seven districts of the Halwan Suburb
• Surrounded by well-established residential communities of the emirate
• The area mostly features large duplex villas
• Rents for most of the properties are affordable 
• Offers direct access to Sheikh Zayed Street and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Street
• Located alongside Al Wahda Street
• Community parks, hospitals, retail stores are available in the area

NEIGHBOURHOOD

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

Dasman is set in a peaceful villa setting, where residents enjoy the luxury of private green spaces and pools in their villas. The well-established area is adorned with restaurants, grocery stores and mosques in the streets, whereas many other facilities like gyms, salons, retail shops and landscaped parks are found in the area. Dasman has a calm, peaceful atmosphere, where the large villas in the street make it a family-friendly community. Residents get quick access to schools, nurseries and hospitals.

Properties in Dasman

The community boasts spacious double-storey residential villas for rent. One can expect a 5-bedroom villa on a 5,000 sq. ft. of land. This is the smallest option available in the community. For larger houses, you can expect, 7, 8 and 9-bedroom villas, covering the area from 15,000 sq. ft. up to 60,000 sq. ft. 

These palatial villas feature large en-suite bedrooms, up to two hallways, large balconies, kitchen, maid’s room, storage area, guest bathrooms and study area. Residents also enjoy private gardens, generous garage space and personal swimming pool.

The property for rent in Dasman is not just confined to residential villas, you can also rent villas for commercial purpose in Dasman. People can use a large space for a home office or a personal small business like a salon or spa centre.

Rental Trends in Dasman

Rents of the villas in Dasman community vary due to the structure, size and refurbishing of the villas. You will find some modern-built houses, while a few still boast old furnishings. A 5-bedroom villa will typically cost around AED 90k rent, while larger 7, 8 and 9-bedroom villas in Dasman come in the rents ranging between AED 100k and AED 250k.

HOTELS IN DASMAN

Aryana Hotel Sharjah is located at the intersection Sheikh Zayed Street and Sheikh Rashid Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Road. Those who like to stay in the community for a few days, this 3-star inn offers serviced units and free WiFi services.

Transportation and Parking Spaces in Area

Dasman villas feature dedicated parking space inside the villas. Whereas, parking for visitors is available out in the streets, right outside the villa they are visiting.

Public Transportation in Dasman

The plans to establish a proper public transportation system in Dasman soon to be planned. However, for now, residents are advised to drive around using their own vehicles or simply hire a cab, to the nearest bus station, Al Jubail Station, which is an 11-minute drive from Dasman. Another one is Al Rolla bus stop, which takes a drive of approximately 9 minutes en-route to Al Arouba Street.

AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE

Supermarkets in Dasman

Residents can conveniently locate a grocery store within the area. Dream Land Supermarket and Sunrise City Supermarket are the preferred grocery stores in the community, while Noor Al Ramlah Supermarket, Al Khaleej Mini Supermarket and Fathima Supermarket are available within 5 minutes distance. You will find a ton of other large and small grocery stores spread in and out of the area. Jesco Supermarket is a 7-minute drive down Sheikh Zayed Street.

Churches, Temples and Mosques in Dasman

Saad Ibn Muaad Mosque is the preferred mosque of residents in the area since its the only large mosque of Dasman. You will find a few local mosques as well. Other mosques outside Dasman are not that far to reach, you will find many available within 5 just minutes of drive. Some of these mosques include Al Emam Al Bukhari Mosque, Ahmed Ibn Hanbal Mosque, Abu Obaidah Amer Mosque and Al Sahaba Mosque. 

Sharjah welcomes all the cultures, housing many places of worship. The nearby Al Yarmook community has a bunch of churches for the Christian community. Some of these are Grace Evangelical Church Sharjah, the Russian Orthodox Church and St. Martin’s Anglican Church. These churches in Sharjah can be accessed from any part of Emirate easily as the Al Yarmook community is set alongside Al Wahda Street. Those living in Dasman can get to these churches in an easy 6-minute drive.

Schools and Universities in Dasman

You will find many schooling options in Dasman and its surroundings. The most common pre-primary nursery school for toddlers is London British Nursery, located just off Sheikh Zayed Street. Another close one is Barashi Nursery on the same route, towards the intersection of S115. Ayadi Nursery, Bumble Bee Nursery and Pristine Rose Nursery are all within 5 minutes’ drive near Al wahda Street. 

For primary and secondary education, one will find a number of institutes in Dasman as well as reputable options in the surrounding communities. NFPS, The New Filipino Private School is a private school for the Filipino community, located on Sheikh Saqr Bin Al Qasimi Street. Other schools in the area are Al Falaj Primary School, Al Ruwayda Preliminary School and Rosary School. Sharjah Private School, Happy Home English School, German School and New Generation Private School are other reputable options in the neighbourhood. 

There are plenty of higher education institutes for almost every field in Sharjah. You will find MG University, Middle East Research Academy for Consultancy & Learning Centre, American University of Sharjah, University Dental Hospital Sharjah, Lincoln University of Business and Management, Institute of Modern Technologies (IMTECH) and the Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies. These are all located, roughly at a 15-minute distance from Dasman.

Clinics and Hospitals in Dasman

You can easily locate clinics and hospitals nearby including some of the top hospitals in Sharjah. Derma Dent Medical Clinic is located on Sheikh Zayed Street and officially set inside the borders of the community. This is a skin speciality clinic where residents can visit if they are facing skin problems. Other nearby clinics include Cosmo Laser Medical Center, which is also a skin care clinic. Zeenat Al Shifa Center is a women healthcare center, catering to the special needs of women. you can reach here within 5 minutes of driving. 

As for general hospitals in the neighbourhood, you will find Medcare Hospital Sharjah in Al Qasimia, Sharjah, 10 minutes away from Dasman. If you take the route towards the northern side on Sheikh Zayed Street, you will find Burjeel Speciality Hospital in Al Fayha, Central Private Hospital and Thumbay Hospital on Al Arouba Street. These can all be reached within 10 minutes or less, depending on the traffic.

NEARBY AREAS

Dasman, Sharjah is ideally located alongside E11. It is part of Halwan Suburb in Sharjah that consist of 7 residential communities. Dasman is surrounded by well-established residential districts such as Al Samnan, Al Abar, Al Ghubaiba. One will find Al Yamrook, Al Fayhaa, Al Ramla and Al Falaj located across the highway.

LIFESTYLE

SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE

Malls in Area

The malls close to Dasman include two of the most popular malls of Sharjah. Oasis Mall and Mega Mall Sharjah. Oasis Mall is in the bordering area, Al Ghubaiba, located along Al Wahda Street it takes around 6 minutes to reach from Dasman. Oasis Mall features a handful of high-end fashion brands, a wellness centre, dining places, cinematic experience and an entertainment spot for children.

Mega Mall is comparatively larger and offers a more versatile shopping and dining experience. Located in Bu Daniq it is a 4-storey building that offers fashion brands, decorative products, cosmetics and furnishing items. Other than that, visitors can enjoy movies and games in the entertainment area. You can reach here within 10 minutes of drive from Dasman.

Restaurants in Area

Eating options are plenty near Dasman. You will find a wide range of restaurants that serves multicultural cuisines, including Arabian, South Asian and International foods. Some popular eating places nearby include Dar Al Rayan Restaurant, HongKong, Cancun Restaurant Sharjah and Chateem Kalom Restaurant.

BEACHES NEAR JVC

Beaches are located towards the northern side of the emirate and the closest one from Dasman is Sharjah Beach, only 13 minutes away. It is an open public beach, which also serves as a tourist attraction because of its large waterfront promenade that overlooks directly at the Arabian Gulf. Sharjah Beach is also considered one of the best beaches in Sharjah.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS

One of the most popular tourist spots near Dasman is Al Majaz Waterfront Park. One of the most prominent features is the view. The tall skyscrapers, set alongside the lagoon offers a stunning, unforgettable vista. Moreover, it offers many recreational facilities like playgrounds for children, some event spaces and a variety of restaurants. It takes approximately 13 minutes of drive to reach Al Majaz Waterfront from Dasman.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY

Dasman area has its own community park, as Dasman Park. Residents can enjoy green spaces here and organise a bunch of activities, spend some time with families. The park also features a play area for kids. Residents can indulge in a healthy jog or take their pets for a walk in the pet-friendly neighbourhood.

Fitness options near Dasman, Sharjah are not that far, one can reach Al Muntada Al Islami gym in just 4 minutes of drive. There is also Al Asly Gym in Al Ghubaiba community, at a 6-minute drive. These gyms are well-equipped with high-end machinery, offering an unparalleled experience to its members. Other gyms near Dasman include Florida Body Building Gym, Al Rashid Fitness and Bodybuilding Gym and Al Saah Sports Club Gym. 

Some beauty parlours in the area include Alsayda Aloola Beauty Salon, Sasha Beauty Salon, Grand Flora Salon and ASH Beauty Lounge and Spa, where you can enjoy a massage. There is Rachna Salon, at a 4-minute distance from the area that caters especially to brides.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Since the community itself does not host any events or activities, this doesn’t mean that those living in the area won’t get to enjoy many activities. Residents of Dasman area, Sharjah can still be a part of cultural shows, vibrant events and exhibitions by visiting other neighbouring areas in the emirate that requires just a few minutes of drive. Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah is well-known for hosting festivals all around the year, these include food festivals and the famous Sharjah Light Festival, which is hosted every year in the month of February.  

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Dasman is a villa-centric peaceful residential area, like many other communities in Sharjah. So renting a house in the area would be a bummer for those who like to enjoy nightlife and parties, as the area itself doesn’t feature a nightlife option. One can always visit neighbouring communities for events and activities.

Also, if you are looking to settle down permanently in Sharjah, you can check out for other properties for sale in the neighbourhood. Such as Al Samnan features large villas for sale. The community comes with almost the same amenities as Dasman.

FAQs about Dasman

Where is Dasman located?

Part of Halwan Suburb, You can spot Dasman on the maps of UAE in a very strategic location, set alongside Al Wahda Street E11. This triangle-shaped area is also bound to Sheikh Rashid Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Street S115 on one side and Sheikh Zayed Street S124 on the other, connecting it to the other areas of the suburb.

LOCATION

• Located along Al Wahda Street (E11)
• Sharjah International Airport takes an 11-minute drive
• Takes 6 minutes of drive to reach Al Qasimi Hospital
• Sharjah Cricket Stadium is a 7-minute drive