Villas for rent in Al Raha Beach

Boasting one of the lowest crime rates in the world is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE); Abu Dhabi is developing at a fast pace, building residential communities that match global standards. Properties in Abu Dhabi host approximately 38% of the country’s population and most people around the world prefer to live here due to affordable rentals. One such community is the Al Raha Beach, developed by ALDAR properties and situated on the beach side of the freeway connecting Abu Dhabi to Dubai. Al Raha Beach, more aptly dubbed as the ‘new gateway to Abu Dhabi’,  is a mix-use development that consists of eleven precincts. Quiet family villas for rent, high-end residential towers, major retail outlets, galleries, restaurants and bistros - the residents of the community are surrounded by a vibrant city life. Home to the new World Trade Center Building and many lavish hotels, properties in Al Raha Beach stretch across 11 kilometres and are designed by a team of the world’s finest architects and urban planners. Al Raha Beach has been made to reflect a civic environment and a balanced blend of offices, open spaces, housing options, amenities and leisure getaways with a comprehensive transport system.  Featuring widespread landscaping, villas in Al Raha Beach have a close proximity to various international schools, parks and baqalas.

Types of Villas in Al Raha Beach

Home to various canals, villas for rent have been made to accentuate the natural elements within the community, with houses built in either traditional Arabic designs or with a more contemporary and modern finish. Villas in Al Raha Beach offer 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and even 7-bedrooms with immensely wide balconies, wood and marble flooring, large built-in wardrobes, excellent fixtures, car parking, swimming pools and separate rooms for maids and drivers. Villas for rent in Al Raha Beach are quite spacious and the size depends on the number of bedrooms. 2, 3 and 4-bedroom villas span across 3,000, 3,800 and 4,272 sq. ft. respectively while 5 and 6-bedroom houses are as big as 4,700 and 6,500 sq. ft. respectively. 7-bedroom homes are even larger.  

Rent Price Trends for Villas in Al Raha Beach

Since Al Raha Beach is one of the top residential communities in Abu Dhabi, the villas for rent in Al Raha Beach come somewhat at a steep price. A 5-bedroom villa for rent in Al Raha Beach starts at AED 252,000 per annum, and while one can expect to pay an average yearly payment of AED 280,000 for a 6-bedroom villa.

Lifestyle in Al Raha Beach

Right next to Emirates Park Zoo and home to the world’s first Formula 1 Grand Prix, Al Raha Beach features a considerably wide range of shops and cafes. A city of gardens, with Yas Island just across the water, Al Raha Beach has many landmarks and recreational attractions like the Yas Marina Circuit, Ferrari World and other various hotels, resorts and golf courses, which are easily accessible to residents. The nearby Saadiyat Island also gives people living in Al Raha Beach access to world-class museums like the Louvre Gallery and Guggenheim Museum amongst others.

Reasons for Renting in Al Raha Beach

People looking to move to Abu Dhabi can definitely consider moving into one of the opulent villas for rent in Al Raha Beach. Offering high-end amenities, a great location and view of the beaches, Al Raha Beach is a good place to settle in. What makes the locality perfect is the fact that it is a 5-minute drive from Yas Island and a 10-minute drive from the Abu Dhabi International Airport.