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Al Furjan

Al Furjan

Highlights
Neighborhood
Lifestyle
Location
Highlights

OVERVIEW

REAL ESTATE MARKET

TYPES OF HOUSING

TRANSPORTATION

EDUCATION

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FACILITIES

COST OF LIVING



IN A NUTSHELL:


  • It has direct access to two of the UAE's most important highways  
  • Neighbourhoods such asJebel Ali Village, Discovery Gardens, Green Community 
  • Community facilities include swimming pools, gyms, parks, and bike paths 
  • Residential properties in Al Furjan mainly include villas, townhouses, and some apartment buildings. 
  • Perfect for families and young couples seeking a close-knit, friendly community
  • Al Furjan is an affordable and convenient place for people to live in


Neighborhood


Al Furjan's profile has grown in recent years with the addition of new properties to its portfolio and the opening of the Expo 2020 metro line. Property buyers will also find that this area is often overlooked for affordable and spacious homes. Al Furjan has a wide range of properties available for those looking for the perfect apartment complex for investment. If you are looking to rent or buy property in Al Furjan, take a look at its 5 most popular municipalities below, based on user searches on Vartur's real estate portal.

  • Al Furjan West
  • Quortaj
  • Azizi Plaza
  • Azizi Star
  • Ice Residence



Transportation

Al Furjan is one of the best residential areas near National Highway 2020. Nearby is the Al Furjan Pavilion Community Center and dedicated parking for the 300-space Al Furjan Clubhouse. Otherwise, there is underground parking space in the building, and visitors use street parking spaces. The villas in Al Furjan have private parking lots. Furjan is one of the best areas in Dubai for non-drivers. 

Al Furjan Metro Station is located along Dubai Metro Line 2020. Other nearby stations include Discovery Gardens Metro Station, Ibn Battuta Metro Station, and Jebel Ali Metro Station. If you prefer public transportation in Dubai, you can also take buses or taxis from the nearby train station. There are a number of frequent bus stops  within a 10 minute radius of the complex. 


Education

The Arbor School in Al Furjan is the first sustainable school in the UAE whose educational vision is strengthened by an ethical perspective focused on ecoliteracy, sustainability, and environmental justice. There are Chubby Cheeks Nursery branches, Jebel Ali Village Nursery school in Al Furjan. These are for older children from 18 months to the four years of age offering the British Curriculum. Close to Dubai Investment Park is the Lebanese Institute of Balamand University in Dubai. On the other hand, there is a Russia-based Synergy University at Jumeirah Lakes Towers offering several programs for bachelor's and master's degrees.


Health 

Medicenter Al Furjan Pavilion is a primary care clinic in Al Furjan, open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm, offering family medicine, paediatrics, physical therapy, and dentistry. For specialty care, we have an Advanced Care Oncology Center located in southern Al Furjan that provides world-class patient care. The nearest hospital is NMC Royal Hospital in Dubai Investment Park. 



Lifestyle

Social and Cultural Facilities

Adjacent Discovery Gardens is home to the huge Ibn Battuta Mall. This Dubai Mall is known for its unique architecture displayed in various courtyards, making it the  largest themed mall in the world. Al Furjan Pavilion Center is home to a number of highly popular dining options, including casual  Italian restaurant Oregano, fine Chinese restaurant Shanghai Station, and The Garden Restaurant, which serves international cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Discovery Garden is known as a foodie's paradise, mainly due to the price  and variety of restaurants and cuisine. 

The closest beach to  Al Furjan Community is located at Dubai Marina, approximately 20 minutes away by car. There are several restaurants and retail shops,a playground and outdoor fitness facility. There is also Al Sufouh Beach which is a little further at a 25-minute drive.For a fun night out, Reel Cinema at Jebel Ali Recreational Club is just a 10-minute drive away. Ibn Battuta's switch bowling centre in Dubai is perfect for family fun. 

There are many water sports you can try, also shooting and horseback riding.For residents of the area, there is the Al Furjan Club, which features a 25-meter temperature-controlled swimming pool, a children's pool, a sports court and a fully equipped gymnasium.


Cost of Living

True to its name, which means 'small village' or 'collection of houses', Al Furjan was designed to create a suburban-like environment with a sense of community away from the hustle and bustle of Dubai. Expats and Emirati nationals find a welcoming haven in Al Furjan, a community that caters to couples and families seeking a peaceful retreat. While single individuals are also present, they typically belong to the middle- to high-income bracket. This unique blend of residents is drawn not only by the reasonable cost of villas and apartments, but also by the quietude and serenity that Al Furjan offers. For those seeking to raise a family or focus on their careers away from the city's hectic pace, Al Furjan presents an ideal escape. Among your expenses in Al Furjan, housing will likely be the most significant, whether you choose to rent or buy. However, you have a considerable amount of control over this cost.



Location

Overview

Al Furjan is a vibrant and sought-after residential development in Dubai led by master developer Nakheel Properties. Aiming to create a friendly villa community, Furjan is located next to Jebel Ali Village and near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. The community has a shared network of trails and residential facilities. Residents benefit from a connected cycle path through Discovery Gardens, Garden View Villas and Al Furjan, providing the community with 40km of cycle paths. Property types in Al Furjan range from more than 4,000 apartments to residences, hotels, and commercial space.

Here is a list of approximate distances and travel times from Al Furjan to some popular places in Dubai:

 

Dubai Marina: 10 km, around 10-15 minutes by car

Palm Jumeirah: 15 km, around 15-20 minutes by car

Mall of the Emirates: 20 km, around 20-25 minutes by car

Dubai International Airport: 38 km, around 30-40 minutes by car

Downtown Dubai: 28 km, around 25-30 minutes by car



Real Estate Market

Al Furjan is one of the more affordable communities to buy a villa in Dubai, with an affordable average price. The 3, 4 and 5 bedroom villas in Quortaj, Dubai Style and other sub-communities are ideal for investors on a tight budget. Al Furjan's highest ROI is 8.06% for a 3-bedroom apartment. The return on investment for studio units is approximately 7.87%. The ROI for a 1-bed unit is approximately 6.85%. On the other hand, the ROI for a two-bed unit averages 6.60%.


Types of Housing

The Al Furjan area has a fully integrated community that offers villas, apartments and hotels from many of Dubai's well-known developers. Inspired urban planning with distinctive and functional features takes into account all aspects of family life. The villas in Al Furjan typically come with their own swimming pools, private garden, balcony, and own garage. Residents can find affordable, urban apartments from studios to 1-3 bedroom flats in Al Furjan. Most of these modern homes include an indoor gym, courtyard, BBQ spaces, rooftop or indoor swimming pool, 24/7 security, and children's playground.