Cost of Living Near Al Barsha Metro Station

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Al Barsha offers a convenient lifestyle in Dubai with competitively priced properties and a plethora of nearby amenities. Choosing to reside near the Al Barsha metro station, particularly the InsuranceMarket Metro Station, is an excellent choice, especially for those who don’t drive. This metro station on the Red Line provides easy access to major destinations. While living near the Al Barsha metro station may cost slightly more in rent, the added convenience and accessibility make it a worthwhile investment. Curious about the cost? Let’s break it down for you!

LIVING IN AL BARSHA

Al Barsha, with its urban and metropolitan vibe, is one of Dubai’s most popular residential districts. The area is known for its affordable properties, abundant amenities, beautiful parks and excellent connectivity. Various restaurants and cafes here make it one of the best neighbourhoods for foodies in Dubai.

The locality is particularly family-friendly and offers safe community living with excellent health facilities and schools in Al Barsha. Those prioritising fitness can always find a gym in Al Barsha near their home.

The bars in Al Barsha guarantee you can have a great night out whenever you want. The area has two fantastic shopping malls nearby – Mall of the Emirates and Al Barsha Mall.

Al Barsha offers many activities and amenities that add value to your lifestyle. However, one of the biggest advantages of living in Al Barsha is its central location.

Residents have quick access to major highways like Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44). A significant selling point for Al Barsha is its public transport access, particularly the Dubai Metro.

COST OF LIVING NEAR AL BARSHA METRO STATION

Al Barsha has two metro stations: the Mall of the Emirates Metro Station and the InsuranceMarket Metro Station. For this post, we have used the InsuranceMarket Metro Station as the reference point for distance calculations.

Beds	Less than 500 m	Between 500 m to 1 km	Difference	More than 1 km	Difference
Beds Studio	Less than 500 m AED 39,000	Between 500 m to 1 km AED 33,000	Difference AED 6000	More than 1 km AED 47,000	Difference AED -14000
Beds 1-Bed	Less than 500 m AED 73,000	Between 500 m to 1 km AED 77,000	Difference AED -4000	More than 1 km AED 74000	Difference AED 3000
Beds 2-Bed	Less than 500 m AED 99,000	Between 500 m to 1 km AED 104,000	Difference AED -5000	More than 1 km AED 101000	Difference AED 3000

According to the data collected from Bayut listings, here’s what you need to know.

Studio flats near the station will cost you AED 39k per annum.
The 1-bed apartments near the metro cost AED 73k per year on average.
The 2-bed units in the same vicinity go for an average rent of AED 99k.

If you look for properties within a 500 m to 1 km radius of the metro, you’ll observe that the difference between average rents varies depending on bed type.

Studio flats cost AED 33k, on average.
The prices for 1-bed units in the same distance criteria cost AED 77k.
Rent for a 2-bed flat is AED 104k.

The rent prices also vary for the apartments located within a 1 km radius of the metro station.

Rental studios cost AED 47k per year.
1-bed apartments average at AED 74k.
Tenants can expect to pay AED 101k per annum for a 2-bed unit.

Those who are looking to rent a studio should note that the cheapest option would be to go for the one located in a 500 m – 1 km range.

Whereas, for both 1 and 2-bed units, the ones located closer to the station are cheaper but by a small margin.

TOP BUILDING TO RENT APARTMENTS CLOSEST TO THE METRO STATION IN AL BARSHA

Tenants can choose from an extensive variety of apartments for rent in Al Barsha. Let’s take a look at the apartments closest to Al Barsha metro station, used as a reference, i.e. InsuranceMarket Metro Station.

ART RESIDENCE – LESS THAN 500M AWAY

If you want to rent flats near the metro in Al Barsha, consider studios and 1- and 2-bed units in the Art Residence.

This seven-storey building in Al Barsha is approximately a 10-minute walk from the InsuranceMarket Metro Station. The average rent for an apartment in Art Residence is AED 59k. Let’s take a look at the average prices of other units:

To rent a studio, you will have to pay AED 50k, on average.
The 1-bed flats for rent in Art Residence have an average price of AED 78k per annum.

City House 1 – LESS THAN 500M AWAY

City House 1 is another good option for those who wish to rent near the Metro Station. The six-storey building offers basement parking and retail options. Residents can access Sheikh Zayed Road, so commuting to other localities is not a problem.

In terms of facilities, those residing here can benefit from high-speed elevators, 24-hour surveillance cameras, central air conditioning, regular maintenance and much more.

To rent a 1-bed flat in City House 1, you will have to pay AED 73k.

BUILDINGS BETWEEN 500M – 1 KM AWAY FROM THE METRO STATION

Let’s now look at the most popular buildings to rent apartments located between 500m to 1km away from the metro station.

MANAZEL AL BARSHA 01

Manazel Al Barsha offers a mix of commercial and residential units. The flats in this building are available as 1 and 2-bed units. It is located alongside Sheikh Zayed Road (E11).

Apartments for Rent in Manazil Al Barsha 01

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