Al Safa Dubai is a residential and vibrant area within Dubai. It is quite popular amongst both families and individuals. Mainly because it offers various services and amenities as well as housing options. For instance, some of the real estate within the area is European-themed. Discover here about the area’s real estate and more.
Al Safa Dubai Location
Al Safa Dubai is adjacent to Sheikh Zayed Road as it is near its intersection with Al Manara Road. Additionally, it is bordered by Al Wasl Road too. See below the area’s location, including Al Safa 1 map and Al Safa 2 Dubai as well.
Communities
First, we should note that Al Safa is divided into two main communities: Al Safa 1 and Al Safa 2. Moreover, Al Safa’s strategic location allows its residents to access various nearby communities surrounding it. Some of those communities are:
- Al Wasl: 8 minutes away
- Umm Suqeim: 9 minutes away
- Al Quoz: 10 minutes away
- Al Barsha: 17 minutes away
Nearby Attractions
Moreover, the area is surrounded by various landmarks and attractions. Such as:
- Dubai’s First Experiential Play Museum: 7 minutes away
- Jumeirah Beach: 8 minutes away
- Coca-Cola Arena: 10 minutes away
- Al Barsha Mall: 14 minutes away
- Dubai International Airport: 16 minutes away
Transportation
Public transportation means are available and easily accessible within the Al Safa area. Al Safa transport options include taxis, buses, and metros are all easily reached. Some of the nearby metro stations are:
- Al Noor Bank Metro Station
- Safa Metro Station
- Al Wasl, Street 35a
- Hilton Beach Club
- Burj Khalifa Metro Station
Property
Al Safa and both its sub-communities are known for having various properties and housing options. All provide different configurations, features, and amenities. Moreover, there are big residential communities such as Al Safa Commercial Complex. Discover below the average prices, along with some of the best residential areas.
Apartments
Apartments in Al Safa 1 Dubai and Al Safa 2 come in different configurations. Thus the prices differ. Overall, you can easily find Al Safa studio for sale. Nonetheless, the average prices for apartments in Al Safa are as follows:
Apartment | Average Prices |
Studio for Sale | AED 1,245,521 |
1-bedroom for Rent | AED 75,000 yearly |
2-bedroom for Rent | AED 109,999 yearly |
Villas
On the other hand, if you are looking for a villa in Al Safa. Then you must take a look at the average sale and rental prices below.
Villa | Average Sale Prices | Average Rental Prices |
3-bedrooms | – | AED 120,000 |
4-bedrooms | AED 76,700,000 | AED 325,000 |
5-bedrooms | AED 12,500,000 | AED 450,000 |
6-bedrooms | AED 12,000,000 | AED 450,000 |
Top Picks
If you are unsure where to look for apartments in the Al Safa area. The following picks will definitely peak your interest.
Al Safa Tower
First, this is a grand Al Safa building that offers luxurious apartments. Some of the apartments at Al Safa Tower Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road have premium views of Burj Khalifa. Therefore, many locals and expats love renting an apartment there as it captures the essence of Dubai.
Prices
- 1-bedroom for sale starting price: AED 1,550,000
- 1-bedroom for rent: AED 145,000 yearly
Unit Features
- Spacious living room
- Cozy bedrooms
- Modern marble designs
- Modern kitchen
- Balcony
- Covered parking
- Walkin-in closet
Building Features
- Nearby are many bus stations, restaurants, and parks.
- Shared pool and gym
- Landscape areas
- Premium and panoramic views
Services and Facilities
Al Safa is a welcoming residential area with all the services and amenities it has to offer. Learn about the educational and healthcare establishments in it and surrounding it. As well as the supermarkets and more in the following section.
Educational Institutions
Al Safa community offers a wide selection of schools and nurseries. Both offer great academic programmes to develop students’ skills and mindsets. Therefore, finding a good Al Safa school is pretty easy. Additionally, these schools and nurseries are distributed around Al Safa 1 Dubai and Al Safa 2. Some of the top ones are:
- Al Safa Community School
- GEMS Jumeirah Primary School
- Mini Miracles Nursery
- AlIttihad Private School Jumeirah
- Just Kidding Al Safa Nursery
- The Palace Nursery
- Home Grown Nursery Safa
Healthcare Establishments
As for healthcare establishments such as hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies, they are all available both within the area and surrounding it. Furthermore, they offer all sorts of medical care services, such as immaculate lab tests and X-rays. And that is one of the main reasons why families prefer the area to settle down in.
- Symbiosis Medical Centre
- Medcare Hospital Al Safa
- Wooridul Spine Center
- Al Safa Pharmacy
- Arabella Pharmacy
- Al Safa Primary Health Care Center And Medical Fitness Center
Supermarkets
Having a nearby supermarket or hypermarket is definitely a plus when choosing where to live. Because who needs a long car drive to buy their groceries? And that is another perk for the Al Safa community where you will find various supermarkets with everything you can possibly need.
- Day To Day Al Safa
- Acura supermarket
- Spinneys Umm Suqeim
- Asghar Aziz Grocery
- Gate Plus Supermarket
- Al Soueida Grocery
- Park n Shop
Gyms
While the area itself does not host many gyms. There are various others nearby. Such as Business Bay gyms and gyms in Al Nahda. These gyms include:
- Al Safa Fitness
- Shams Gymnastics Club
- Power Gym Al Quoz
Hotels
Similar to the previous, Al Safa houses multiple hotels which offer great accommodation. These hotels also offer many services to ensure their guests’ comfort, such as swimming pools, gyms, spas, saunas, buffets, and more.
- Samaya Hotel Apartment Wadi Al Safa
- Roda Beach Resort
- Beach Walk Hotel
- The Metropolitan Hotel Dubai
- Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Beauty Spas
For the ladies looking into getting pampered. Like getting a massage, a haircut, or a manicure and pedicure. Or for those gentlemen in need of a haircut and some skin care. Then we suggest you check out one of those beauty spas, salons, and barber shops in Al Safa.
- The Salon | Ying Yang
- Legend Beauty Salon
- Cedar Gents Salon
- LASHY Beauty Lounge
Things to Do
Looking for some fun to do in Al Safa? Or a great place to do some retail therapy? Plan your next weekend activities and visit some of the great entertaining outlets in Al Safa. Explore them all in the following section.
Parks
First, Al Safa Dubai is surrounded by great parks for outdoor fun, such as Ready Set Go and Al Quoz Pond Park. Moreover, both communities have their own parks, which are Al Safa Park 1 and Al Safa Park 2 as well. However, when talking about parks, there is only one park that people want to visit in Al Safa.
Al Safa Park Dubai
First of all, Park Al Safa is not just a park. But it has various services and facilities. For instance, it houses medical care facilities as well as supermarkets and cafes. Also, it has an Al Safa Park basketball court where you can head with your family for a friendly match.
Malls
As for those looking for a shopping destination, then don’t worry. Because Al Safa has many malls with many world-class brands and shops. As well as entertainment venues and cinemas. Some of these malls within the area and around it are:
- Al Waha Centre
- Forsan Mall
- Sunset Mall, Jumeirah 3
- J3 Mall, Al Manara
City Walk Al Safa Street Dubai
This is a retail complex tending to your every shopping need. From fashion stores for all, including men, women, and children. To various unique cafes and restaurants for you to enjoy after a long shopping spree.
Restaurants
Last, but surely not least, are the great restaurants. There is more than one Al Safa restaurant to explore and try. They all have great food, authentic dishes, and comfortable seating for friends and families to enjoy.
- Food Park Star Restaurant
- Al Meshwar Restaurant
- Pickl Al Safa
- Al Meshwar Restaurant
- Kazoza Restaurant
- Maraheb Restaurant
Exploring Al Safa with both its communities is definitely worth your while. As it is one of the most prominent areas in Dubai, just like Al Quoz 1 and Al Nahda 1. Find more areas and top picks on Property Finder’s Blog.