Pros and cons of living in Barsha South Dubai

• Pros of Living in Al Barsha South
• Cons of Living in Al Barsha South
• FAQs

Finding a home in Dubai can be challenging. There are so many factors that come into play while choosing the perfect residence for you and the family. To ease the stress involved in finding a good home, MyBayut puts forward regular pros and cons features where we evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of living in of some of the most prominent neighbourhoods in the city. Today we have a look at the pros and cons of living in Al Barsha South Dubai.

About Al Barsha South

Al Barsha South, which is part of the larger Al Barsha community, is a tranquil suburb that can be found between Umm Suqeim Street and Hessa Street. It’s further divided into gated sub-communities.

The area features properties with a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom apartments as well as villas that come in 3 to 5-bed units. The presence of such a variety of properties makes it the ideal place for small and large families.

ADVANTAGES OF LIVING IN AL BARSHA SOUTH

If you are thinking of living in Al Barsha South, there is a lot you get to enjoy. Here’s a look at some of the advantages of living in Al Barsha South.

Integrated Community

One of the major perks of living in Al Barsha South is that residents enjoy a peaceful and balanced lifestyle. Being away from the city’s skyscrapers and busy streets, this neighbourhood is a sanctuary for its residents. But even though the neighbourhood is away from the bustling crowd, it is still close to main business districts like Dubai Internet City and Media City making it easy for individuals working there to travel back and forth.

Another reason why life in Al Barsha South is great is that the neighbourhood has tons of conveniences within its vicinity. It’s got two of its own retail centres – Aswaaq Mall and My City Center Al Barsha, with well-stocked supermarkets, clothing stores and other services, plus a few casual dining outlets. The family-friendly neighbourhood has also got mosques, healthcare facilities and a community park.

CLOSE TO MANY SCHOOLS AND NURSERIES

Apart from having so many amenities, one of the pros of living in Al Barsha South is that it has some of the top schools in Dubai in the neighbourhood. Some of the highly reputed schools in Al Barsha South include Al Safa Community School, Kings’ School Al Barsha, Nord Anglia International School Dubai, Repton Al Barsha, GEMS Al Barsha National School for Girls and GEMS Founders School. There is also the JSS International School, which offers the Indian curriculum.

For early years’ education, parents can opt for Smart Start Kindergarten, Dibber Nursery and Al Barsha Kindergarten. The presence of Al Barsha South schools and nurseries is one of the major reasons why this area is considered family friendly.

PLENTY OF ATTRACTIONS NEARBY

Residents residing in Al Barsha South don’t have to travel far for entertainment. One of the biggest benefits of living in Al Barsha South is the fact that some of the city’s most iconic attractions including Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Autodrome are just minutes away. There is also the Mall of the Emirates (MOE) which is home to the famous Ski Dubai. Al Barsha South is also close enough to the city’s lively districts like Dubai Marina and JBR which are known to be hotspots during weekends.

NEWER PROPERTIES

Al Barsha South is considered to be amongst the New Dubai areas. This means that the community has properties that are recently built and feature the latest fixtures and fittings.

If we take a look at the apartments for rent in Al Barsha South, listed on Bayut, a majority feature facilities like gym, swimming pool, reserved parking spaces, central air-conditioning and more.

If you wish to rent a flat in Al Barsha South, the starting rent would be AED 46k. Whereas, to purchase an apartment, the starting cost would be AED 772k.

Those interested in a villa would have to shell out AED 274k in terms of yearly rent, minimum. To buy a villa in Al Barsha, the starting cost is AED 4.7M.

FREEHOLD

A huge benefit of living in Al Barsha South is that it’s a freehold community, which means that foreign expats can buy property here. You can find plenty of freehold apartments in Al Barsha South that are available at competitive prices.

CONS OF LIVING AL BARSHA SOUTH

Although Al Barsha South is a great location to live in Dubai, like any other area, there are some cons to consider. Before moving to Barsha South, here are some of the things you should consider.

CONSTRUCTION

One of the biggest disadvantages of living in Al Barsha South is that there is still some ongoing construction in the area. This could be a significant issue for some potential residents due to the noise and dust in the area.

LACK OF GREEN SPACES

Another one of the challenges of living in Al Barsha South is the lack of green spaces. The neighbourhood does have a community park and work is on going to improve the situation. However, if you wish to live surrounded by nature, this might not be the best place.

TRAFFIC WOES

Residents living in Al Barsha South do experience traffic getting in and out of the community during peak hours on weekdays, which is a result of ongoing expansion. If this is a serious concern, you may want to think carefully before moving to Al Barsha South.

FAQs

IS PUBLIC TRANSPORT AVAILABLE IN AL BARSHA SOUTH?

Yes, you can easily travel via the bus with several bus stops located in the area including Al Barsha GEMS Founders School Bus Stop, Dubai Science Park Pharmex Pharmaceuticals FZ Bus Stop and JVC Nakheel Villas. The nearest Dubai Metro access is available at Dubai Internet City Metro Station, which is a 10 to 15-minute drive.  

WHICH ARE THE MOST POPULAR SUB-COMMUNITIES TO LIVE IN AL BARSHA SOUTH?

For a complete overview of investing in this neighbourhood, here’s an in-depth look at the top areas to buy property in Al Barsha South. You can also check out our review of the price trends for renting in Al Barsha South to find out which sub-communities are the best place to rent in the neighbourhood.

This completes our review of life in Al Barsha South. To surmise, Al Barsha South is a good spot for families looking to live in a fully integrated residential community. It’s got various amenities and facilities within easy reach and is not too far away from the city. The presence of so many schools and nurseries as well as its close proximity to the city’s popular districts, all combine to make this a perfect residential community.

Although Al Barsha South is part of the larger Al Barsha community, they each offer slightly different lifestyles. If you want to know more, have a look at the pros and cons of living in Al Barsha.