Paradise | Beachfront villa with private pool

Ras Al Khaimah, more popular called RAK, is one of the lesser known emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). One of the most appealing factors about RAK is its topography as it is home to the Hajar Mountain. Life moves at a slower pace here and many residents prefer it that way. For instance, one will rarely get into a traffic jam here or experience excessive urban noise and pollution. With the success of other emirates, namely Dubai and Abu Dhabi, RAK too has found an opportunity to shine. The emirate has opened itself to tourism and real-estate investors and is attracting expats to move and settle here. Another great reason to rent property in Ras Al Khaimah is that you’ll be living in a large emirate that isn’t overpopulated. To be precise, it is the fourth largest emirate in the country with a 65km long coastline with a population of only 345,000 residents. Apart from its natural beauty, RAK is known for its historical architecture as it was home to some of the oldest civilizations in the world. This also means that RAK has seen its fair share of invasions. Those who are serious about moving here should know that the cost of living and business is more affordable than other emirates.
One will find a selection of 2 to 4 bedroom rental villas in RAK. The typical 2-bed villas will on average come with three baths and 2,572 sq. ft. of floor space. For those interested in 3-bed rental villas, they’ll find that the typical house will come with four baths and 2,600 sq. ft. of floor space. In regards to 4-bed villas, the typical home with this type of floor plan will come with four baths and 4,045 sq. ft. of floor space.
At the top of the list is the community of Mina Al Arab which offers residents the opportunity to live on an island. The community is established on the shores of RAK with two connecting islands extending outwards. The main road connecting the community with other areas is the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saleem Rd (E11). 3-bed villas in Mina Al Arab are more preferred than 2-beds. Next on the list is the community of Al Hamra Village which is a well-established community in RAK. Al Hamra Village is home to several hotels and bars. There’s also a mall known as Al Hamra Mall and there’s a golf club known as the Al Hamra Golf Club. Houses with 4-beds in Al Hamra Village are considered more in demand as compared to homes with other types of floor plans. Third on the list is Cove Rotana Resort which is situated along Al Ittihad Rd. The Cove Rotana consists of several waterfront villas that offer 3 and 4-bedroom villas situated along the ocean.
RAK offers its residents a clean and vibrant living environment with natural beauty all around. For instance, RAK is known for its vast shoreline with sandy beaches. It has several mangrove forests and desert areas that are perfect for camping out. However, this isn’t to say that RAK lacks conveniences found in other cities. In fact, RAK has malls like Dubai and other well-developed emirates. One great example is Al Hamra Mall which is a multi-storey mall with 37,000 sq. m. of shopping, dining and recreational venues. This is the mall to visit if one wants to get everything done under one roof. Whether you wish to get groceries and electronics, look for the latest outfit for a wedding or just enjoy the weekend with your family, Al Hamra Mall is the place to be. Families making the move to RAK will be pleased to know that RAK has several top-rated primary schools that offer world-class education to children. Some great examples include GEMS Westminster School, Ras Al Khaimah Academy and Emirates National School RAK Campus. RAK also has a great selection of leading higher education institutes such as the University of Bolton, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ittihad University and the University of London – RAK Campus. RAK has superior medical facilities and many are JCI certified (known for practising best medical standards). Some examples include the Ras Al Khaimah Health Centres – Network and Al Oraibi Hospital amongst others.
2-bed villas in RAK on average can be rented for AED 85k per annum. At this price, residents can expect three baths and around 2,572 sq. ft. of floor space. The typical 3-bed house in RAK can be leased for an annual payment of AED 80k. 4-bed RAK villas, on the other hand, will demand an average rent of AED 104k per annum. Finally, those interested in renting the largest villa available in RAK will find that a 5-bed villa will be perfectly suitable for their living arrangements. One can expect to pay between AED 110k to AED 225k per annum for such a unit.