Popular Dubai areas with apartments for families

• Top Areas with Family Apartments
• Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
• Dubai Marina
• Business Bay
• Downtown Dubai
• Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT)
• FAQs

Dubai has an array of residential communities with excellent facilities. Those living with families generally look for areas that offer easy access to amenities like healthcare centres, supermarkets and schools. Luckily, there are countless options in the emirate to suit every pocket. To help you navigate through the home search process, we’ve compiled a list of the best areas to live in Dubai with family.

POPULAR AREAS WITH FAMILY APARTMENTS IN DUBAI

As per our data, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) is the most popular area with family apartments in Dubai, followed by Business Bay, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers.

Let’s take an in-depth look at each of these areas and the type of units it offers.

JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE (JVC)

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) is a popular neighbourhood with family-friendly apartments in Dubai that offers a vibrant and convenient lifestyle. It provides easy access to supermarkets, schools, gyms and restaurants. The community is also home to Circle Mall, a one-stop destination for shopping, entertainment and dining.

Most apartments in JVC have amenities such as swimming pools, parks and gyms, which are great to keep children and teens engaged. Let’s take a closer look at why JVC is considered one of the best areas with family apartments in Dubai.

• Popular communities: Seasons Community, Diamond Views, Hanover Square, Bloom Towers and Reef Residence
• Hotels: FIVE Jumeirah Village Hotel and Milano by Giovanni Boutique Suites
• Supermarkets: Holiday Minimart, Bluemart Supermarket and Choithrams
• Nurseries and Schools: Kids World Nursery, Little Wonders Nursery, Ladybird Early Learning Centre and JSS International School
• Malls: Circle Mall

Rental Trends for Apartments:

• The average rent for a studio apartment is 54k per annum.
• For a 1-bed flat, you can expect to shell out AED 76k yearly.
• You can rent a 2-bedroom apartment in Jumeirah Village Circle for AED 115k.
• The rent of 3-bedroom units in Jumeirah Village Circle is AED 159k.

Sales Trends for Apartments:

• The sale price of a studio flat in JVC is AED 697k, on average.
• You can buy a 1-bedroom unit for an average of AED 1.11M.
• The 2-bedroom apartments in JVC have an average sale price of AED 1.68M.
• A 3-bedroom flat for sale will cost you approximately AED 2.16M.

Find an agent

Get in touch with these trusted TruBrokers to find your dream home in Jumeirah Village Circle:

• Hefin Jones
• Liam Rehbein

DUBAI MARINA

Dubai Marina is a waterfront community that features an ideal blend of skyscrapers, luxury apartments and hotels. With over 200 luxurious residential towers and views of the pier, it is one of the best areas to live in Dubai with family.

Flats for sale in Dubai Marina come in studio to 3-bed configurations. You can consider apartment buildings such as Silverene Tower A, Marina Gate 2, DAMAC Heights and Al Majara 1. These are some of the most popular options amongst tenants as per Bayut’s rental history for Dubai Marina.

• Popular Communities and Buildings: DAMAC Heights, Sparkle Tower 1, Silverene Tower A, Marina Gate 2, Al Majara 1, 5242 Tower 1
• Hotels: The Address Dubai Marina, Rove Dubai Marina, Le Verda Suites & Villa, Grosvenor House
• Supermarkets: Spinneys, West Zone Supermarket, Carrefour Market, Al Maya, Waitrose
• Nurseries and Schools: Blossom Nursery, Raffles Nursery, Monroe’s Nursery, Jebel Ali Village Nursery, Horizon International School, Dubai British School and King’s School Dubai
• Mall: Dubai Marina Mall

Rental Trends for Apartments:

• You can expect to pay AED 71k per annum for rental studio flats in DSO.
• For a 1-bedroom apartment, the average rent is AED 103k.
• The average rent of 2-bedroom apartments in Dubai Marina is AED 156k.
• You can rent 3-bedroom for around AED 239k per annum.

Sales Trends for Apartments:

• The sale price for studio flats is approximately AED 1.38M.
• For a bigger one-bedroom flat, you can expect to pay AED 1.74M.
• If you are planning on owning a home, you can buy a 2-bedroom flat in Dubai Marina for AED 2.86M.
• For a 3-bed unit, you can expect to pay AED 4.34M, on average. 

Find Your Agent

Find the best option with a TruBroker™ for Dubai Marina:

• Rehab Soliman
• Matt Bougourd

BUSINESS BAY

Considered a trendy residential hub, Business Bay overlooks the gorgeous waters of the Dubai Canal. The mixed-use neighbourhood features stunning skyscrapers that offer panoramic city views.

The lifestyle in Business Bay is well-suited to professionals working in the area or nearby communities. However, it is also known for offering some of the best family apartments in Dubai.

Offering a cosmopolitan, fast-paced vibe, Business Bay largely caters to couples as well as where to live in Dubai with a family. As it is a multi-cultural neighbourhood, you can expect to make friends from every corner of the globe when you live here. Let’s see what makes Business Bay a family-friendly area in the city.

• Popular Buildings: Executive Towers, DAMAC Towers by Paramount Hotels and Resorts, SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences and Aykon City
• Hotels: JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Taj Dubai and Doubletree by Hilton Dubai Business Bay
• Supermarkets: West Zone Supermarket and Al Maya
• Nurseries and Schools: Hummingbird Nursery and Maple Bear Pre School. Dubai International School and JSS Private School are located near Business Bay.
• Mall: Bay Avenue Mall

Whether you are looking to rent or buy an apartment, you have plenty of options.

Rental Trends for Apartments:

• The average rent for studio flats in Business Bay is AED 72k yearly.
• For a 1-bedroom apartment, you can expect to pay AED 104k per annum.
• A 2-bedroom flat for rent in Business Bay averages at AED 147k.
• A 3-bedroom unit can be rented for AED 218k.

Sales Trends for Apartments:

• You can expect to pay AED 1.13M for a studio apartment.
• For a bigger 1-bed unit, the average sale price stands at AED 1.85M.
• If you want to buy a 2-bedroom apartment in Business Bay, it will cost you around AED 2.77M.
• A 3-bedroom flat costs AED 4.77M, on average.

Find an agent

Connect with a reliable Trubroker to find your apartment in Business Bay:

• Arif Anees
• Mehmood Pervez

DOWNTOWN DUBAI

Another popular community for family apartments in Dubai is Downtown Dubai. The area has some of the most iconic landmarks, including Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.

Apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai have quick access to supermarkets, retail outlets, restaurants, cafes, gyms, pet stores and even nurseries.

• Popular Buildings: Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Nujoom and South Ridge
• Hotels: Armani Hotel, Palace Downtown and Kempinski The Boulevard
• Supermarkets: Spinney’s, Waitrose, Carrefour and Grandiose Supermarket
• Nurseries and Schools: Toddler Town British Nursery, Blossom Nursery and JSS Private School
• Mall and Souk: Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar

Rental Trends for Apartments:

• Studio flats for rent in Downtown Dubai average at AED 84k per annum.
• Bigger one-bedroom apartments can be rented for AED 136k.
• The 2-bedroom apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai average at AED 227k.
• A 3-bedroom is available for an average rent of AED 386k.

Sales Trends for Apartments:

• The average sale price for studio flats here is AED 1.46M.
• You can buy a 1-bed unit for AED 2.41M.
• To buy a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai, the average cost is AED 4.67M.
• For bigger 3-bedroom flats, you can expect to shell out AED 8.02M.

Find your Agent

These TruBroker™s in Downtown Dubai can be your guide for the perfect apartments in the area:

• Parmida Azizi
• Michaela Holesinska

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS (JLT)

Jumeriah Lake Towers (JLT) is another popular area for living in Dubai with family. The community is located next to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)  and features features 87 towers spread across 26 clusters. It is a pedestrian-friendly skyscraper community in Dubai, with lakes and recreational spaces. If you are looking to buy or rent flats in Jumeirah Lake Towers, here’s a look at what makes it an ideal place for families.

• Popular communities: JLT Cluster A, JLT Cluster Q, Golf Views Seven City, JLT Cluster L and JLT Cluster D.
• Supermarket: Almaya Supermarket, Freshmart Supermarket, In N Out Supermarket, Carrefour Hypermarket
• Nurseries and Schools: Dewdrops Nursery, two Learning Ladders, Paddington Nursery, Kid Kare Nursery, Kings School Al Barsha and American School of Dubai.
• Mall: Dubai Marina Mall

Rental Trends for Apartments:

• Studio apartments for rent in JLT are available for AED 62k yearly.
• You can expect to pay AED 95k to rent one-bedroom flats in Dubai Hills Estate.
• The 2-bedroom flats for rent in Dubai Hills Estate are priced at AED 136k.
• A 3-bedroom apartment in the area has an average rent of AED 215k.

Sales Trends for Apartments:

• The sale price for studio flats in Jumeirah Lake Towers starts from AED 824k, on average.
• To buy a one-bed unit, you can expect to pay AED 1.50M.
• Two-bedroom apartments for sale here are available for AED 2.45M.
• You can expect to pay AED 3.73M for spacious 3-bed units.

Find Your Agent

Get in touch with these TruBroker™s for homes in JLT:

• Tony Mann
• Seden Sasguler

FAQS ABOUT FAMILY APARTMENTS IN DUBAI

WHICH IS THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE IN DUBAI FOR FAMILIES?

Besides the above-mentioned areas, another popular neighbourhood offering family-friendly flats in the city is Al Nahda. The average rent for Al Nahda Dubai flats is AED 53k. Here’s what you can expect to pay for different units.

• Studio: AED 48k
• 1-Bed: AED 52k
• 2-Bed: AED 70k
• 3-Bed: AED 86k

WHAT ARE THE AVERAGE SALE AND RENTAL PRICES FOR FAMILY-FRIENDLY APARTMENTS IN DUBAI?

For the most popular areas with family apartments in Dubai, the average sale price and rent are as follows.

Areas	Average Sale Price	Average Rent
Areas Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)	Average Sale Price AED 1,167,000	Average Rent AED 77,000
Areas Dubai Marina	Average Sale Price AED 2,817,000	Average Rent AED 140,000
Areas Business Bay	Average Sale Price AED 2,294,000	Average Rent AED 116,000
Areas Downtown Dubai	Average Sale Price AED 5,214,000	Average Rent AED 230,000
Areas Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT)	Average Sale Price AED 1,974,000	Average Rent AED 110,000

Check out our guide to the best family apartments in Dubai for sale for a list of hand-picked properties perfect for all ages. We also have our recommendations of family apartments for rent in Dubai.

WHERE TO FIND THE BEST HOTEL APARTMENTS IN DUBAI?

Many areas in Dubai are home to excellent hotel apartments. If you want to live close to popular attractions, consider hotel apartments in Downtown Dubai.

WHICH AREAS IN DUBAI OFFER THE MOST AFFORDABLE STUDIO APARTMENTS?

Deira, International City, Al Nahda (Dubai), Al Qusais and Muhaisnah are the most popular areas with affordable studios for rent in Dubai.

ARE THERE ANY PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES IN DUBAI?

Whether you are a dog parent or have a feline friend, there are quite a few pet-friendly communities in Dubai. The most popular ones are JVC, Downtown Dubai, Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT), Dubai Sports City and Dubai Hills Estate.

Bayut’s Dubai 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.

That concludes our list of the best areas to live in Dubai with family. Looking for more areas in the city that are perfect for families? Arabian Ranches, Jumeirah and Al Barari are considered some of the best residential areas for families in Dubai.

Want to have some fun with your loved ones? There are many attractions in Dubai for families, such as Zabeel Park, Al Barsha Pond Park, Al Mamzar Beach and the Coin Museum.