Popular areas for Indian expats to rent in Dubai
Indian community makes up the largest group of expats in Dubai. Multiple flights from India, the presence of Indian supermarkets, schools and restaurants and exciting economic opportunities in the city mean this number is ever-growing. Certain residential areas in the emirate are preferred by Indians when they are looking for an ideal place to settle. Let’s check out the most popular neighbourhoods for Indian expats to rent in Dubai.
LIST OF POPULAR NEIGHBOURHOODS FOR INDIAN EXPATS TO RENT IN DUBAI
We look at top Indian expat communities in Dubai for both villas and apartments.
TOP INDIAN EXPAT COMMUNITIES IN DUBAI TO RENT APARTMENTS
Coming up next are the most preferred neighbourhoods for Indian expats to rent in Dubai.
Area | Studio | 1-Bed | 2-Bed | 3-Bed |
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Area Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Studio AED 39,000 | 1-Bed AED 56,000 | 2-Bed AED 79,000 | 3-Bed AED 124,000 |
Area Bur Dubai | Studio AED 36,000 | 1-Bed AED 55,000 | 2-Bed AED 75,000 | 3-Bed AED 97,000 |
Area Al Barsha | Studio AED 43,000 | 1-Bed AED 56,000 | 2-Bed AED 77,000 | 3-Bed AED 106,000 |
Area Dubai Sports City | Studio AED 30,000 | 1-Bed AED 43,000 | 2-Bed AED 63,000 | 3-Bed AED 79,000 |
Area Al Furjan | Studio AED 35,000 | 1-Bed AED 55,000 | 2-Bed AED 74,000 | 3-Bed AED 119,000 |
JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE (JVC)
Developed by Nakheel, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) tops the list of popular areas for Indian expats to live in Dubai. With excellent amenities on offer, landscaped gardens and a wide range of properties, there is a lot going on in this community.
Those living in the area have quick access to many restaurants in JVC, including Indian restaurants. As for schooling, residents can find JSS International School, which follows the Indian CISCE curriculum.
Regarding rental prices, you can find flats offering great value for money.
- To rent a studio in JVC, you must pay an average annual rent of AED 39k.
- The average rent jumps to AED 54k and 79k for 1 and 2-bed flats.
- For larger 3-bed flats, it averages at AED 124k.
Browse JVC floor plans to learn more about the properties in the area.
BUR DUBAI
Part of old Dubai, it’s unsurprising that Bur Dubai is home to several long-term Indian residents. Newcomers, however, especially love the buzzing vibe of the neighbourhood, metro stations and the plethora of delicious dining options specialising in cuisines from every region in India and the world.
Check out our list of popular restaurants in Bur Dubai to find your favourite option. The presence of Bur Dubai temples is another important factor driving the area’s popularity. Here’s a look at the average rents for flats in the neighbourhood.
- You can rent a studio in Bur Dubai for AED 36k.
- For a 1-bed flat, the average rent is AED 55k.
- To rent 2 and 3-bed flats, you can expect to pay AED 75k and AED 97k, on average.
Take a look at Bur Dubai floor plans to find out more.
AL BARSHA
Next on our list of popular neighbourhoods for Indian expats to rent in Dubai is Al Barsha. Offering direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and other major highways, its location is one of its USPs. Residents enjoy quick access to the Mall of the Emirates, My City Centre Al Barsha and Barsha South Mall. Moreover, Dubai Miracle Garden, Barsha Pond Park and Butterfly Garden are easily accessible from the area.
You can find schools in Al Barsha that follow the Indian curriculum. Similarly, residents can enjoy authentic cuisine at top Indian restaurants in Al Barsha. You can find an apartment that matches your requirements with little research.
- Looking to rent a studio in Al Barsha? The average rent is about AED 43k.
- To rent a 1 or 2-bed flat, your yearly financial outlay would be AED 56k and 77k.
- For a 3-bed unit, your annual expense would average at AED 106k.
Check out Al Barsha floor plans to see if the properties here are to your liking.
DUBAI SPORTS CITY
Thanks to the plethora of amenities, Dubai Sports City also makes our list. Especially if you enjoy an active lifestyle, you’d be impressed with the stadiums, grounds, gyms and sporting facilities in DSC.
From kebab shops to sports bars, the best Dubai Sports City restaurants never disappoint. Moreover, the rents in the area are relatively pocket-friendly.
- In search of a rental studio in Dubai Sports City? The average rent stands at AED 30k.
- On average, you can expect to pay AED 43k for a 1-bed flat in Dubai Sports City and AED 63k for a 2-bed flat.
- On average, those who want to rent a 3-bed flat must pay AED 79k.
Examine the Dubai Sports City floor plans to continue your research.
AL FURJAN
The last entry in the apartments section, Al Furjan, is another popular development by Nakheel. With affordable housing options, shops, salons, supermarkets, restaurants and a medical centre, the neighbourhood is favoured by families looking for a more relaxed lifestyle. There is a growing Indian community in the area. Hence, if you plan to move to Dubai from India, Al Furjan can be a good place.
- Studios for rent in Al Furjan average at AED 35k.
- The average rent jumps to AED 55k and AED 74k for 1 and 2-bed flats.
- Looking for a 3-bed flat? Your financial outlay would average at AED 119k.
Al Furjan floor plans can give you a good idea about the properties in the area.
Of course, other communities are also favoured by the city’s ever-growing Indian expat population to find flats in Dubai, including Sheikh Zayed Road, Mirdif and Dubai Investment Park (DIP).
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TOP INDIAN EXPAT COMMUNITIES IN DUBAI TO RENT VILLAS
Some people prefer villas thanks to greater privacy, space and luxury. Here’s a look at top Indian expat communities in Dubai to rent villas.
MIRDIF
Prefer a peaceful suburban lifestyle within a budget? Mirdif could be the answer, given the property prices and facilities. It is located near the Dubai International Airport and is popular due to its eclectic villa architecture and relaxed vibe.
Residents can enjoy cuisine from top restaurants in Mirdif, including Indian restaurants. As mentioned earlier, this community offers great value for money regarding rental villas.
- A 3-bed villa for rent in Mirdif averages at AED 104k annually.
- Whereas a 4-bed villa goes for AED 122k, on average.
- The rent rises to AED 140k and 212k for 5 and 6-bed villas.
Check out villa layouts with Bayut’s Mirdif floor plans to continue your research.
AL BARSHA
Al Barsha also makes it to the list of the top villa neighbourhoods for Indian expats to rent in Dubai.
- Looking for a family home with a 3-bed villa for rent in Al Barsha? You can expect to pay AED 199k, on average.
- It rises to AED 258k and AED 335k for a 4 and 5-bed villa.
- Larger 6-bed villas are available for AED 428k, on average.
JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE
Like Al Barsha, JVC is another area where Indian expats prefer to look for villas and apartments.
- In search of a 3-bed rental villa in JVC? The average cost stands at 142k.
- To rent 4 or 5-bed villas, you must pay AED 167k and AED 181k, respectively.
AL FURJAN
The popular locality of Al Furjan is another area where Indian expats prefer to find villas for rent.
- On average, a 3-bed rental villa in Al Furjan costs AED 184k.
- The average rent increases to AED 238k and AED 294k for 4 and 5-bed villas.
- For a spacious 6-bed villa, the average rent jumps to AED 349k.
DUBAI SPORTS CITY
Rounding off our list of neighbourhoods for Indian expats to rent in Dubai when it comes to villas is Dubai Sports City.
- You can rent a 3-bed villa in Dubai Sports City for an average of AED 163k.
- For 4-bed units, your expected outlay would be AED 230k, on average.
- Whereas for 5 and 6-bed villas, you can expect to pay AED 672k.
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Here’s a summary of the average rents for villas in the popular neighbourhoods among Indian expats.
Area | 3-Bed | 2-Bed | 3-Bed | 4-Bed |
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Area Mirdif | 3-Bed AED 104,000 | 2-Bed AED 122,000 | 3-Bed AED 140,000 | 4-Bed AED 212,000 |
Area Al Barsha | 3-Bed AED 199,000 | 2-Bed AED 258,000 | 3-Bed AED 335,000 | 4-Bed AED 428,000 |
Area Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | 3-Bed AED 142,000 | 2-Bed AED 167,000 | 3-Bed AED 181,000 | 4-Bed N/A |
Area Al Furjan | 3-Bed AED 184,000 | 2-Bed AED 238,000 | 3-Bed AED 294,000 | 4-Bed AED 349,000 |
Area Dubai Sports City | 3-Bed AED 163,000 | 2-Bed AED 230,000 | 3-Bed AED 411,000 | 4-Bed AED 672,000 |
FAQS
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE IN DUBAI AS AN INDIAN?
Planning to move to Dubai from India? Read our guide on life in Dubai for Indians to understand how your life will be.
CAN I RENEW MY INDIAN PASSPORT IN THE UAE?
Yes, you can. Read our guide on renewing Indian passports in the UAE to learn more.
That concludes our list of top neighbourhoods for Indian expats to rent in Dubai. The emirate as a whole is multicultural and people are accepting of all cultures. However, the localities mentioned above are more popular amongst Indian expats. If you are planning to move to Dubai, it might be a good option to move to an area where you can find a familiar culture.
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