DIRC Building, Al Nahda, Dubai

DIRC Building, developed by Dubai Investments Real Estate, is a 7-storey residential building that faces 3rd, 4th and 11th street in Al Nahda 1. It encompasses 70 residential units with amenities that are hard to find in affordable flats. Since it is secluded from the hustle and bustle of the main urban areas of Dubai, residents can enjoy peaceful living. However, it has all the amenities that are offered in those main urban areas, which makes living in DIRC Building an incredible experience.

This is a square-shaped residential building that has large-sized tinted windows that offers incredible sights of the surroundings. An added bonus for residents is the availability of various international fashion brands outlets in its vicinity that include Nike, Zara, H&M and others.

Located at Dubai-Sharjah borderline, Al Nahda is one of the most popular areas for residential purposes. The locality is widely acknowledged for affordable living due to the availability of spacious apartments with incredible amenities. Another striking feature of this area is the availability of malls, supermarkets, restaurants, schools and offices that makes it an ideal residential spot for families on a tight budget.

• Located in Al Nahda, Dubai
• A 7-storey residential building with 70 residential units
• Studios to 3-bed residential options with community view
• Covered parking space for residents and visitors
• Concierge, security and maintenance services available
• Availability of swimming pool, gym, stylish interior and surrounding greenery
• Accessible through public transportation services

DIRC Building has covered parking space, which allows both residents and guests to park their vehicles, saving them from wandering around the building to find parking spots.

It has several high-speed elevators that add to residents’ convenience.

Security guards are available 24-hour at entry and exit points of the building to give residents a secure environment. There are several maintenance services including cleaning and waste disposal services that result in a pleasant ambience for inhabitants. DEWA offers electricity and water supplies to the building to fulfil the needs.

DIRC Building has its own fully equipped gymnasium with well-maintained fitness equipment. There is also a swimming pool for residents.

There is a range of classy lifestyle amenities that residents can access without hustle including parks and sports clubs. The nearest park in the neighbourhood is Al Nahda Pond Park and it is 6 minutes away whereas the closest sports club is Salah Aldeen Sports Club and it is reachable within 8 minutes of driving.

It also offers 24-hour concierge service and has a front desk in an elegant lobby.

For home seekers, there is a variety of flats for rent in Al Nahda Dubai to choose from. There are studio apartments and 1, 2, and 3-bed units available in DIRC Building. Interested renters can compare different available apartments before making a final decision.

Studios apartments have an average area of 480 sq. ft. and offer an expansive living hall, a bathroom and an open kitchen with high-end fittings.

With an average area of 600 sq. ft., 1-bedroom apartments have an attached bathroom and spacious living hall with dining space and an open kitchen adjacent to it. A diverse group of home-seekers will find 1-bed apartments as an affordable living option.

Sprawling over an area in the range of 850 sq. ft. to 1,400 sq. ft., 2-bed options are ideal for families with one or two kids. They come in 1 and 2-bathroom configurations with the latter configuration have 1 guest and 1 attached bathroom for convenience. The interior is of supreme finish that makes it an attractive living option.

3-bed units are the largest living options in DIRC building with an average covered area of 1,450 sq. ft. They also come in 2-bathroom configuration and have the same amenities as the rest of the apartments.

Transportation near the DIRC building is never an issue as various public transportation options are available.

A key transport option for residents is buses that lead to important locations throughout Dubai. The nearest bus stop is Fatima Mohammad Masjid bus stop, which is at a walk of 4 minutes. Other nearby bus stops include Zaafranah Bus Stop that is at a walking distance of 6 minutes. Buses with route 22, 24, X22 and F23 passes through these aforementioned and other nearby bus stops.

Another feasible option is the metro service. The nearest metro station is Stadium metro station, which is at a 9-minute drive. Other nearby metro stations include Al Nahda Metro Station and Al Qiyadah Metro Station, which are accessible by car in 9 and 10 minutes of drive respectively.

A 15-minute drive leads to Dubai International Airport, a primary airport in Dubai, which allows various tourists and businessperson to travel in and out of Dubai. Residents that constantly travel to other parts of the world will find this building to be located at a convenient place.

Since it is located near numerous restaurants, foodies can experience cuisines from different cultures and traditions. Some nearby restaurants include:

• Miya Bhai Restaurant
• Go Thai
• Food Village Restaurant

A 3-minute drive leads to Go Thai, a casual dining place that offers mouth-watering Thai dishes in affordable pricing. While South Asians who love Mughlai, Chinese and Hyderabadi food can visit Miya Bhai Restaurant. Located at a 3-minute drive, especially South Asian communities living in or around DIRC building will enjoy a list of scrumptious dishes. Also, Chinese food purely made with vegetables is also available for their customers. Whereas, non-vegetarians craving Indian and Chinese food can visit Food Village Restaurant, which is accessible by car in 4 minutes.

Many small and large supermarkets are in the vicinity of the DIRC Building. Some of them are as follows:

• Sami Supermarket
• LuLu Hypermarket
• KP Mart Supermarket
• New West Zone Supermarket

The nearest supermarket for residents of the DIRC Building is Sami Supermarket. Located near the border of Dubai and Sharjah, this superstore offers high-quality products and is reachable by walk in 5 minutes. While those looking to buy from relatively a large-sized supermarket should visit LuLu Hypermarket, which is one of the busiest superstores in this area. Located at a walk of 7-minutes, it fulfils all household needs under one roof. Also, the prices are affordable, making it a suitable supermarket for residents. Other superstores that are also accessible to residents by car are KP Mart Supermarket and New West Zone Supermarket, which are located at a drive of 2 minutes and 5 minutes from the building.

Buildings near DIRC Building:

• Al Rauda Tower
• Bin Juma 4

Al Rauda Tower and Bin Juma 4 are the closest residential buildings in the neighbourhood. Al Rauda is just a minute away while Bin Juma 4 is reachable within a 2-minute walk.

DIRC Building is also located near various landmarks with great significance. Some of them are as follows:

• Deira Clocktower
• Al Mamzar Beach Park
• Dubai Frame

Located at a 12-minute drive, Deira Clocktower is an old monument, which is a roundabout at the intersection of Umm Hurrair Road and Al Maktoum Road. This steel-based structure, opened for public in 1963, was a gift to Sheikh Rashid and therefore, has great historical significance. Another important landmark near the DIRC Building in Al Mamzar Beach Park, which is located at the end of the Al Mamzar beach known as one of the best beaches in Dubai. It offers numerous recreational activities for families, making it an attractive tourist spot. It is reachable within minutes of driving. Residents can also visit the Dubai Frame. This tourist attraction is situated at a distance of 16 minutes and has an iconic structure that resembles a picture frame.

Since DIRC Building is located near the Dubai-Sharjah border, residents should expect traffic, especially during rush hours. Those travelling to different parts of Dubai and Sharjah for work might experience traffic delays. This may lead to spending unwanted extra time on roads to commute on a daily basis. Residents with their own conveyance will also have no trouble as streets in Al Nahda are well-connected with major roads that lead to Dubai and Sharjah.