HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT AL BARARI
Al Barari (or Barari) is part of the new wave of eco-friendly communities in Dubai’s ever-growing real estate market. It is a gated community featuring luxurious villas, some of which are the most expensive in Dubai. Thus, Al Barari offers its residents a private, secluded environment with access to world-class amenities.
Al Barari Dubai has set high benchmarks for sustainable and luxurious living. This residential development spans a whopping 18 million sq. ft. and 60% of the community is composed of green spaces, landscaped gardens, natural lakes and freshwater streams. Al Barari in Arabic means wilderness, which is no surprise considering the amount of greenery in the area. It is, indeed one of the greenest communities in Dubai.
The construction of Al Barari commenced in 2005 and today, it offers villas and apartments in a verdant residential community. The master development had two phases. Phase I include the handover of the majority of the houses in the sub-communities of The Nest, Ashjar, Seventh Heaven, The Residences and The Reserve. It also includes The Farm restaurant, Heart & Soul spa and Body Language health club. Phase II, on the other hand would witness the completion of a resort hotel, a business school, assisted medical living facilities, retail shops and additional residential developments.
IN A NUTSHELL
- Offers luxurious and private residences
- One of the most family-centric areas in Dubai
- Features villas and large-scale apartments
- Gated community with recreational and health facilities
- The green area is filled with over 500 plant species
- Easy access to all the major landmarks and tourist attractions
- 10 minutes away from top international schools
Neighbourhood
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Al Barari, a residential community, is divided into six sub-communities including The Nest, Seventh Heaven, Ashjar, The Reserve, The Neighbourhood and The Residences. On the residential side, there is a total of 189 ready villas, 28 villas part of The Reserve community and 55 houses part of The Nest. The Residences are spacious eco-friendly homes available in four types. These include Acacia, Bromellia, Camellia and Dahlia. On the other hand, Seventh Heaven, Ashjar and The Neighbourhood are apartment complexes in the neighbourhood.
When it comes to amenities, Barari Dubai is home to a high-end restaurant aptly dubbed The Farm, a well-maintained health-club called Body Language and the neighbourhood spa called Heart & Soul. Tranquil ambience, eco-friendly environment and availability of numerous lifestyle amenities and dining options, adds to the advantages of living in Al Barari.
The developers have intentionally ensured building residential properties in leaf-like clusters to reduce damages caused to the natural environment. It is counted among the best eco-friendly areas in Dubai ensuring a sustainable living environment. Providing environment-friendly housing options, the community is ideal for families with kids, newlyweds and even young couples or individuals looking to lead a harmonious life while staying close to Dubai.
PROPERTIES IN AL BARARI
Offering a wide range of apartments and villas, this urban development is a testament to the high standards of construction. Here, The Nest is a collection of 55 contemporary villas. It features homes on plot sizes ranging from 9,000 sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft. The 4-bedroom villas in The Nest have a sale price of AED 10M while annual rents for these units start from AED 650k. Similarly, a 5-bed villa for sale would range around AED 12M.
The Reserve features the most luxurious bespoke villas, made to order. These 28 homes were delivered shell-and-core which means that homeowners were given the opportunity to customize the finishing as per their likes. The plot sizes of the villas are larger than the regular Barari houses starting from 16,000 sq. ft.
The Residences is a collective of luxury villas surrounded by heavily landscaped themed gardens, a lake and beautifully intricate waterworks and pathways. The Residences include four types of villas, Acacia and Bromellia offer 6-bedroom residences with at least 13,858 sq. ft. of living space. Camelia and Dahlia villas are 5-bedroom homes with a minimum coverage area of 12,713 sq. ft.
Featuring themed gardens, Seventh Heaven is the luxury escape that Al Barari boasts. The sub-community features modern 1 to 3-bedrooms apartments with exclusive access to private elevators. Likewise, The Neighbourhood features studio to 2-bedroom apartments with access to the community’s leisure amenities. These include the gymnasium, the guest suites, the multi-purpose area, the club house building and beach club.
Ashjar is the only sub-community which includes low rise apartment complexes. Encircled by verdant forests, 120 homes in this sub-community are spread across 9 buildings. 5-storey buildings have a layered design to make the most of the sunlight and its shared facilities offer a nice balance of communal living and a private residence. You can rent a 2-bedroom apartment in Ashjar for an average rate of AED 180k.
All the sub-communities have private or underground parking, swimming pools, dedicated play areas for children, barbecue areas, gyms, saunas, steam rooms and Jacuzzis.
Rental Trends in Al Barari
Apartment Type | Average Rental Prices in AED |
|---|---|
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 143,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 178,000 |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | Average Rental Prices in AED 264,000 |
Rental flats on offer include 1-bed to 3-bed units. The rents for 1-bedroom apartments in Al Barari can range between AED 120k per annum and AED 150k per annum. Whereas, 2-bedroom apartments for rent can cost as low as AED 155k yearly and as high as AED 190k yearly. Minimum rental value for 3-bedroom apartments is AED 265k.
Villa Type | Average Rental Price |
|---|---|
Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Rental Price 452,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Rental Price 518,000 |
Villa Type 6-Bed | Average Rental Price 549,000 |
Villa Type 7-Bed | Average Rental Price 727,000 |
You can find 4 to 7-bed luxury villas with rental prices starting from AED 650k. A 4-bedroom house can cost as low as AED 452k while the average rental price for the 5-bedroom villas is AED 518k yearly. If you are interested in renting 6-bed villas in Al Barari, prepare for an annual rent of AED 549k, on average.
Sale Trends in Al Barari
Apartment Type | Average Sale Prices in AED |
|---|---|
Apartment Type 1-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 2,075,000 |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 3,079,000 |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | Average Sale Prices in AED 4,162,000 |
Those looking to buy 1-bed apartments in Al Barari can shell out AED 2M, on average. Interested buyers will find the price of the 2-bedroom apartments for sale between AED 1.6M and AED 3M. As for more spacious inits like 3-bedroom apartments for sale in Al Barari, the average price is AED 4M. Located in mid-rise buildings, the flats have large glass windows that make the most of the natural light.
Villa Type | Average Sale Price |
|---|---|
Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Sale Price 10,484,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Sale Price 10,653,000 |
Villa Type 6-Bed | Average Sale Price 12,123,000 |
Villa Type 7-Bed | Average Sale Price 13,713,000 |
The average asking price of a standard 4-bedroom villa in Al Barari would be AED 10.4M. The living space in these units also ranges from 6,000 sq. ft. to 10,000 sq. ft. Similarly, a 5-bedroom villa spanning across 13,000 sq. ft. typically ranges from AED 10M to AED 12M while 6-bedroom villas in Al Barari are offered for an average sale price of AED 12.1M. The prices of the villas depend on their number of bedrooms and coverage area. There are even luxurious and expansive units like 7-bed houses costing around AED 13.7M.
ROI in Al Barari
Apartment Type | ROI |
|---|---|
Apartment Type 1-Bed | ROI 6.8% |
Apartment Type 2-Bed | ROI 5.8% |
Apartment Type 3-Bed | ROI 6.4% |
The highest ROI for apartments in Al Barari is 6.8%. According to the results, 1-bed units can be the most profitable option for investors. 2-bed and 3-bed flats follow with a 5.8% and 6.4% return, respectively.
Villa Type | ROI |
|---|---|
Villa Type 4-Bed | ROI 4.5% |
Villa Type 5-Bed | ROI 4.8% |
Villa Type 6-Bed | ROI 4.4% |
Villa Type 7-Bed | ROI 5.2% |
7-bedroom villas fared best as the most profitable property as it can generate around 5.2% returns. Interested investors can consider properties in The Nest as it is one of the top areas in Al Barari for investment. 5-bed villas score the second highest ROI of 4.8% and 5 to 6-bedroom villas follow with a 4.5% and 4.4% rental yield, respectively.
Most Popular Communities in Al Barari
With the highest number of user-generated views on Bayut, Seventh Heaven has evolved into the most popular neighbourhood. It is one of the two major apartment complexes in Al Barari. Second being Ashjar that ranked as the third most popular project. Ashjar is a collection of 120 apartments spread across 9 low-rise buildings.
The Nest scores a second place on the popularity list. It is one of the best areas to rent in Al Barari. The community features a collection of 55 spacious villas of 4-bedroom configuration. Each unit boasts a private garden and an infinity pool, 4 ensuite bedrooms, living room, dining area, maid’s and driver’s rooms, barbeque area, outdoor shower and parking space for two cars.
Finally, rounding up the list are villa sub-communities in The Residences including Bromellia, Dahlia and Camellia.
Al Barari Floor Plans
You can browse through the floor plans for Al Barari available for popular communities/buildings in the neighbourhood.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN AL BARARI
If you own a car, commuting around will not be much of a problem. All of the Barari villas offer covered parking spaces or a garage. Visitors can park outside the villas or on the street.
Public Transportation in Al Barari
Situated opposite Global Village and the City of Arabia, the villas and apartments for sale in Al Barari are right off the main Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) freeway near Nad Al Sheba. The area is currently not accessible from the Dubai Metro lines. The closest metro station would be the Rashidiya Metro Station, 20 minutes away and the closest bus stop to the neighbourhood would be Global Village Station. Bus links 102, 103, 104 and 106 depart from there. Another option is further away in Al Reem, Arabian Ranches. The J02 bus stops here and connects to the Mall of the Emirates station.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS NEAR AL BARARI
Residents have access to many supermarkets in Al Barari such as Waitrose and F Mart. Quick Supermarket, Goodies Supermarket and Burj Safa Supermarket can be found in the neighbouring community of Majan. There is also a ZOOM mini-mart and an AllDay Mini Mart. There is a branch of Spinneys supermarket in The Villa community, 22 minutes away from Barari. Next to The Villa, you will find Shua Al Madina Supermarket, Thomsun Supermarket & Department Store and West Zone Supermarket in Dubailand, roughly at the same distance.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN AL BARARI
There is a dedicated community mosque in Al Barari. To visit other mosques nearby, residents will have to visit the communities of Living Legends and Falcon City of Wonders. Al Wasl Mosque in Liwan is a short 12-minute drive from Barari.
A church near Al Barari is The Gatekeepers Weekday Warehouse in the Al Quoz area to the north. The Hindu temples are all located in Bur Dubai, near the museum. You can reach the Shiva and Krishna temples in 30 minutes. Here you will also find the Sikh Gurudwara, there is another Sikh place of worship called the Gurunanak Darbar in Jebel Ali which is 35 minutes away.
SCHOOLS IN AL BARARI
FalconCity Nursery in the Falcon City of Wonders and Kids Zone Nursery in the neighbouring community of The Villa are the closest options for your little ones.
There is a school in Al Barari, Dunecrest American School offering the American curriculum from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 and also offers the option of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for Grade 11 and 12. Right opposite the community, there is GEMS Heritage Indian School. It offers the Indian CBSE curriculum from pre-kindergarten to Grade 10.
For higher education and specialised academia, there are quite a few options. On the eastern side of the community, you will find Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), home to many reputable universities. A few of them include Curtin University Dubai, Al Ghurair University, Emirates Aviation University and Heriot-Watt University Dubai.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR AL BARARI
One can find several clinics and hospitals near Al Barari. Dr Kamkar Medical & Physiotherapy Center can be found in Majan and Dubai London Clinic is located in The Villa community. Medicure Centre, Symbiosis Medical Centre and Aster Clinic can be found in the Dubai Silicon Oasis neighbourhood, 14 minutes away.
NEARBY AREAS
Al Barari’s immediate neighbours are the communities of Majan, Falcon City of Wonders and Living Legends. In 18 minutes you can reach The Villa, Arabian Ranches, Academic City and Dubai Silicon Oasis. Motor City is at a 17-minute drive and Al Barsha South lies at a distance of 18 minutes.
Lifestyle
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS IN AL BARARI
Cityland Mall is one of the popular malls near Al Barari but it is under construction. It is one of the best malls in Dubai. However, at a short distance around the Dubai Silicon Oasis, one can find the Cedre Shopping Centre. Other nearby shopping malls include City Centre Me’aisem in Dubai Production City and My City Centre Al Barsha. These shopping malls offer a wide variety of retail outlets, eateries and other establishments.
RESTAURANTS IN AL BARARI
One of the best-known restaurants in Al Barari is The Farm. Its location in a calm green oasis with minimalistic interiors offers a relaxing retreat to its guests. Its concept and menu are based on using the best ingredients for their dishes. The Farm is also a popular event space, it hosts afternoon tea events, cooking classes, pop up markets and more.
Talking about food, Barari visitors and residents can spot casual eateries and high-end restaurants near Al Barari. From the traditional Arab cuisine to continental and even special gourmet treats, the community caters to the different tastes of the people living in the locale. Nearby restaurants include Lowe, Purple Fork, Chin Chin, Kabab Rolls and Wings & more.
Towards the eastern side near the Academic City, you can find Shakespeare & Co, Taco Barrio, Ying & Yang Restaurant, Circle Café, Tomato & Basilico Restaurant, Pizza Hut and Subway. People living in Al Barari can easily head over to the many cafes in the surroundings like Starbucks, Costa Coffee, Caffé Nero and Filli Café.
BEACHES NEAR AL BARARI
Accessing the famous Dubai beaches is quite convenient as there are some beaches near Al Barari. Whether it’s a family day out or a beach picnic, spots like the Marina Beach and Jumeirah Public Beach are conveniently located at a mere 25 to 30-minute drive. Those looking for a more exciting experience and watersports events can head to Kite Beach and Umm Suqeim Beach. There are exciting water-sports options at the beaches, which are fun for families, young couples and individuals alike.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Al Barari is close to the widely known Dubai Miracle Garden, which houses over 250 million exotic flowers and 50 million plant species. In the same vicinity, one can find the famous Dubai Autodrome, which has hosted events like the Renault V6 Eurocup Season, FIA GT Championship, Dubai 24 Hour, European Touring Car Championship and many endurance races.
Moreover, Dubai Polo Equestrian Club is at a short distance, where you can go for horse riding or playing polo. It is one of the most popular places for horse riding in Dubai. The biggest of all attractions close to the community is definitely IMG Worlds of Adventure. It is a thrill-packed theme park with everything from roller-coasters to theme restaurants and souvenir shops, which is just as fun for adults as it is for kids.
Global Village is a theme park of its own as well, it features international pavilions from many countries all over the world. It has a wide range of rides, games and food stalls.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Residents have a whole range of options to make the best use of their time. There is a fitness centre right in the centre of the community called Body Language. Then there is Oryx Fit in the neighbouring area of Majan. For a relaxing experience, residents can visit Heart & Soul, the luxurious spa in Al Barari. It is located close to Green Works the area’s largest private nursery.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Since its inception, Barari Dubai has hosted a wide range of events. Some of the most notable past events include the Tennis Tournament for Adults, which took place in the Body Language health club. Other events include The Farm’s Mini Chefs – which was master chef challenge for kids, Easter at The Farm, Al Barari’s Yoga Marathon, Healthy Dessert Workshop and the Pop Up Art Exhibition.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Residents of Al Barari, Dubai have access to some of the most exclusive amenities and facilities. The residential properties offer great housing options to families, young couples and individuals alike.
Al Barari does not offer easy access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and this adds up to the commute time of leaving and entering the neighbourhood.
FAQS ABOUT AL BARARI
What does Al Barari mean?
Al Barari is an Arabic word which means ‘the wilderness’.
How far is Al Barari from Dubai International Airport?
The road distance between Al Barari to Dubai International Airport is 25.3 km. Travelling by car takes around 19 minutes to reach via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311.
How to get to Al Barari in Dubai by Bus?
The buses 66 and 67 have routes that pass near Al Barari.
LOCATION
- Dubai International Airport is 23 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311
- One can reach Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa in 24 minutes.
- Downtown Dubai is 25 minutes away via Dubai – Al Ain Road/E66
- Dubai Marina is 26 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311
- Palm Jumeirah is 29 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311