What’s the extra cost of renting near Union Metro Station?

• About the Union Metro
• Living Near vs. Far from Union Metro
• Apartments Close to Union Metro
• Living Far from the Metro
• FAQs

Many residents in Dubai prefer to live near a metro station, especially if they don’t own a car, to save time and commute expenses. However, this convenience for renters sometimes comes with higher property price tags. If you plan on renting a flat in Deira, the costs may vary depending on whether you live near the Union Metro Station or far away. To give you a ballpark idea of the rental costs in the nearby communities, we have examined the extra cost to rent an apartment near Union Metro Station.

UNION METRO STATION

Union Metro Station serves both the Green Line and the Red Line routes of the Dubai Metro. It is a convenient station for those living in the western and southwestern districts of the Deira area.

This particular interchange metro station in Dubai is strategically located to connect old and new Dubai. It is one of the busiest metro stops in the emirate.

The station is surrounded mainly by affordable apartments, another major factor contributing to people’s decision to live near the Union Metro in Dubai.

LIVING NEAR THE UNION METRO VS LIVING FAR FROM IT

Beds	Less than 500 m	Between 500 m to 1 KM	Greater than 1 KM
Beds Studio	Less than 500 m AED 36,000	Between 500 m to 1 KM AED 32,000	Greater than 1 KM AED 32,000
Beds 1-bed	Less than 500 m AED 68,000	Between 500 m to 1 KM AED 65,000	Greater than 1 KM AED 58,000
Beds 2-bed	Less than 500 m AED 113,000	Between 500 m to 1 KM AED 110,000	Greater than 1 KM AED 125,000

Based on the data accumulated from Bayut’s listings, a studio apartment within a 500m radius of Union Metro Station costs an average annual rent of AED 36k.

Tenants looking for a 1-bedroom apartment can expect to pay around AED 68k, while a 2-bed flat close to the metro averages AED 113k per year.

For properties located between 500m to 01km from the metro, studio flats are slightly cheaper at AED 32k. The average rent for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments in this zone stands at AED 65k and AED 110k, respectively.

If you move more than 1km away from the station, the rents change slightly. Studios in this range remain at AED 32k, while 1-bed apartments drop to AED 58k.

Interestingly, 2-bedroom units become more expensive at AED 125k, possibly reflecting newer developments or additional amenities in those areas.

Overall, tenants can expect to pay a modest premium for living close to Union Metro Station, particularly for smaller units such as studios, whereas larger apartments can sometimes be costlier farther away.

THE TOP AREAS TO RENT APARTMENTS NEAR THE UNION METRO STATION

Potential tenants are usually inclined towards the following sub-communities when renting apartments in Deira, located close to the Union Metro.

AL RIGGA

Want to rent a flat near Union Metro Station? Al Rigga features some of the top options. Flats in Al Rigga usually come in studio, 1, 2 and 3-bed configurations. Also, the area is relatively big, and whether you live near or far from the metro, you can easily find a rental apartment that suits your preferences.

• The average rent of apartments in Al Rigga is AED 54k.
• In the case of a 1 or 2-bed flat, your average rent would be AED 70k and AED 113k, respectively.

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AL MURAQQABAT

When considering the cost of living near Union Metro Station, renting flats in Al Muraqqabat can lower your commuting expenses as the community is close to the station.

• Rental apartments here have an average annual cost of AED 83k.
• The average rent for a studio in Al Muraqqabat is AED 36k.
• On average, the financial outlay for a rental 1-bed flat in Al Muraqqabat is AED 63k.
• To rent a 2-bedroom flat here, you can expect to pay AED 113k, on average.

HOW MUCH DO YOU PAY FOR STAYING FAR FROM UNION METRO

What is the cost to rent an apartment near Union Metro Station? Here’s what our updated data shows.

When comparing the average rent of residential properties outside the 1km radius with those within 500m to 1km distance from the metro, the difference in rent becomes clearer.

As the table below demonstrates, tenants living in studio or 1-bedroom apartments up to 1km from the station generally save a few thousand dirhams annually compared to those closer to the metro.

However, 2-bedroom apartments located more than 1km away tend to command higher average rents, potentially because of better facilities or newer buildings in those areas.

Distance	Studio	1-bed	2-bed
Distance Avg. Rent For Flats Between 500m & 1km Away	Studio AED 32,000	1-bed AED 65,000	2-bed AED 110,000
Distance Avg. Rent For Flats More Than 1km Away	Studio AED 32,000	1-bed AED 58,000	2-bed AED 125,000
Distance Difference In Cost	Studio AED 0	1-bed AED 7,000	2-bed AED (-15,000)

From the table, it’s clear that tenants renting 1-bedroom apartments more than 1km from the Union Metro Station can save approximately AED 7,000 annually.

However, those looking for 2-bedroom flats may find the rent higher by about AED 15,000 in areas over 1km away, likely due to newer developments or enhanced amenities.

Studio apartments show no change in rent between 500m and 1km distance, indicating a fairly stable price point across the Deira area for smaller units.

TOP AREAS BETWEEN 500M AND 1KM DISTANCE FROM UNION METRO STATION

Our next set of communities is ideal for anyone in search of apartments that are not too close and not far away from the Union Metro. The areas mentioned below are within a 500m to 1km radius of the metro stop.

NAIF

Naif is a sub-district of the larger Deira district in Dubai. It is the second-most densely populated community in Dubai and one of the oldest sub-districts in the city.

Rental apartments in Naif are an excellent option if you are considering living near Union Metro. The flats are available in studio, 1, 2 and 3-bed configurations.

• The average rent of apartments in Naif is AED 33k.
• Rental studios in Naif Deira are available at an average rent of AED 30k.
• The average rent rises to AED 47k for 1-bed rental apartments in Naif.

AL MURAQQABAT

If living near the metro in Deira is a priority, but you still want to save on rent, look for rental apartments in Al Muraqqabat. Some flats in this area are within walking distance of the Union Metro. When living in rental flats in Al Murqqabat, commuting to other areas of Dubai isn’t usually a problem.

• The average rent in Al Muraqqabat for apartments within a 500m to 1km distance is AED 72k annually.
• Renting a studio here would cost you AED 36k, on average.
• Larger 1 and 2-bed flats are priced at AED 67k and AED 107k, on average

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COST TO RENT AN APARTMENT NEAR UNION METRO STATION: AREAS OVER 1KM AWAY

Although renting an apartment more than 1km from the metro might initially appear expensive, comparing different areas on our list shows this isn’t always the case.

So, if you prefer savings over living near the Union Metro, the following sub-communities in Deira offer good options for rental apartments.

HOR AL ANZ

Tenants who don’t mind living far from the Union Metro in Deira Dubai, can look for rental apartments in Hor Al Anz. An integral part of old Dubai with direct access to main roads, Hor Al Anz offers studio, 1 and 2-bed flats.

• Rental apartments in the area cost AED 49k on average.
• A cosy rental studio in Hor Al Anz is available for AED 33k.
• The average rent jumps to AED 53k and AED 113k for 1 and 2-bedroom flats.

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AL MURAR

Another good option for tenants seeking value for money is Al Murar. The neighbourhood is slightly farther from Union Metro but offers competitive rents and easy access to nearby amenities.

• The average rent for apartments in Al Murar is AED 33k.
• A studio in Al Murar averages AED 31k
• while 1-bed flats are typically available for AED 53k.

While the metro station offers convenient access to the city, potential renters should also be aware of the hidden costs of living close to Union Metro Station, such as parking challenges, increased traffic congestion, and potentially higher utility expenses in busier zones.

FAQS – The cost to rent an apartment near Union Metro Station

WHAT ARE THE TOP BUILDINGS TO RENT AN APARTMENT NEAR THE METRO STATIONS IN JLT?

Lake View Tower and Lake Terrace are some of the most popular buildings for renting near the metro stations in JLT. As with the top areas to live near Union Metro Station, the cost of living near JLT metro stations can be higher than in apartments far from the station.

WHERE CAN YOU RENT CHEAP APARTMENTS?

International City, Discovery Gardens and Al Warsan are the top areas to rent a cheap apartment in Dubai.

This completes our roundup of the additional cost to rent an apartment near Union Metro Station. Deira is among the most affordable residential areas near Dubai Metro, making it highly desirable for people on a tighter budget.

Another option for reasonably-priced properties near the metro is the Bur Dubai area, where you can find some excellent rental options in the apartment buildings near the Burjuman Metro.

Visiting the emirate for a short work trip? Short-term rentals Dubai could be an excellent option.

Bayut’s Dubai Rental Transactions page offers a detailed index of real estate transaction data from the Dubai Land Department, including property rent history, annual rental volume and values of area-specific rental transactions. This resource enables you to make informed decisions by comparing advertised prices with actual transactional prices for properties of interest.

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