Finding the right student accommodation in Dubai can greatly boost your academic experience. Luckily, many areas offer comfortable and budget-friendly flats for rent in Dubai, making them ideal for students seeking residence in this vibrant city. Let's delve into some of these neighborhoods.
As its name suggests, Academic City is a hub of education housing numerous universities such as Middlesex University Dubai, American University in the Emirates, and The British University in Dubai.
For that reason, there are plenty of student accommodations in Dubai Academic City. You'll find a wide range of residences designed specifically with students' needs in mind, from dorm-style living spaces to more private apartments.
For those looking for affordable apartments with easy access to academic institutions, Dubai Silicon Oasis checks all the boxes. The area is just 10 minutes away from Dubai Academic City and offers affordable student accommodation in Dubai as well as reasonably priced apartments for rent.
Dubai Silicon Oasis is home to the DSOA University Residence, which provides secure and convenient housing for students.
Its proximity to leading universities such as the University of Birmingham Dubai, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Amity University makes daily commutes effortless.
However, even if you decide to bypass living in a student residence in Dubai, you will still find plenty of affordable apartments for rent in Dubai Silicon Oasis.
Another great option offering cheap student accommodation in Dubai is Dubailand. Home to Uninest Student Residence, a specially designed student residence in Dubai that offers all the essentials needed by university students.
Furthermore, living here puts you close to Dubai International Academic City offering an added convenience.
If you want to live independently rather than in a student accommodation, you can choose from a variety of reasonably-priced apartments for rent in Dubailand.
Each neighborhood listed above caters specifically to fulfilling students' residential needs. They are conveniently located near educational institutes while being pocket-friendly, proving that high-quality yet cheap student accommodation exists in Dubai.
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 29,000 AED/year
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For rent : 38,000 AED/year
For sale : 385,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesSpacious 1 bedroom
Sabina, 1 year ago
What I like about this building is that it has big windows, open view from any side of the building, and it’s right opposite to the mall. Apartments are spaciou...Read more
Binghatti terraces a budget friendly with premium amenities
RUMANUDDIN MOHAMMED, 1 year ago
I have been living in this building more than 4 years and it’s very premium building in Dubai silicon oasis. the swimming pool has a view of dubai skyline. Als...Read more
Best place to be!
Daniya Helal, 1 year ago
Located in the heart of Silicon Oasis, Ruby Residence is a walk away from shops, restaurants, school and medical centers etc. The cleanliness is up to standard....Read more
Amazing place
Abd qader Basha, 1 year ago
Amazing place , all we need we find there , great place , i advice all people in
Great building
Fatma, 1 year ago
Every thing is beautiful and great here , great place I found by propert finder
Worst Maintenance
Sumit, 4 years ago
Poor maintenance Fire alarm ringing every day and no action taken by management since feb 2020. Leakage in pipes in parking over car..no action taken by mainte...Read more
Worst experience ever
Melhem Masri, 6 years ago
Almost every week they have a problem with th water supply so they have to clean the tanks so after that you cna smell the detergents when you open the tap.. di...Read more
AMAZING BUILDING TO LIVE IN DSO
Samson Pereira, 2 years ago
Centrally Locality in DSO its in the middle and very peaceful and reasonable compared to other rentals in the area. Its a family building and very quiet and pea...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 35,000 AED/year
For sale : 400,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesFriendly building
Javi, 2 years ago
Good building with friendly security and nice common facilities. Good apartments for investment or to live in
Great building but water quality is not great
AG, 1 year ago
AKA Residence is a great place for both families and bachelors. However, the water quality is not great on the higher floors. They do clean the water tank eve...Read more
Pretty good overall
Moath Abunaser, 2 years ago
I have been in the building for a year, the facilities are okay, the gym needs to be improved. Its a modern building and good overall.
Not well maintained
Ahmed Khalil, 6 years ago
The property is not well maintained. Frequent water leaks and lots of noise as the adjoining building is Atlantis staff accommodation. Their bus comes at midn...Read more
Parking
Muhammad, 9 years ago
Kindly proper the parking facility
poor
keerthi Dharma, 2 years ago
1. Average apartment.n2. Spacious rooms. (2 BHK). n3. JVC has too much traffic during peak hours. n
You will love the place.
Chris, 7 years ago
Staff are friendly and you will feel safe. Everything is clean and well maintained. It's a little bit higher when it comes to price compared to other apartments...Read more
Decent place
Navita, 1 year ago
Have been here for the past 5 years and quite like it. Except the rush hour traffic at Hessa there is nothing much wrong. It's not a community but feels like it...Read more
Smell of neighbours cooking
Izzi, 4 years ago
No Gym or pool. VERY bad air circulation system, the smell of the nighbours cooking is unstoppable. I wake up at 5.30 every morning by the smell of frying onion...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 25,000 AED/year
For sale : 305,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
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For rent : 50,000 AED/year
For sale : 515,000 AED
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For rent : 38,000 AED/year
For sale : 350,700 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesHigh Rise & One of the Newest Residential Building in Dubailand
Nikky, 2 years ago
This building is one the newest building in Dubailand and with easy access to the big mosque just across the road. Surrounded by other residential buildings and...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 110,000 AED/year
For sale : 2,250,639 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesA lot of improvements
Mohamed Usama, 9 years ago
A lot of improvements need to be made particularly to the Pool gym and pool
Very Organized
Karen Bioco, 1 year ago
I have been working in one of the offices in Arenco Tower for the past few months. It’s been a great building with very polite reception, security and maintenan...Read more
High Rise Commercial Building in the Heart of Dubai Media City.
Nithya, 2 years ago
This is one of the best towers that are in the marina, access is very easy. The guest parking is very easy. Very helpful staff and super nice well-maintained un...Read more
Very quiet with fantastic views
Tim G, 1 year ago
Excellent location and great facilities. View over the palm was excellent as well. Very quiet location, but lacks atmosphere or community. Not being on the fi...Read more
Concord tower
Babar Ali, 3 years ago
Most Affordable ,amazing views and ideally located for business operations.
5 Star rating
Kabaeva Alina, 3 years ago
Amazing staff, great food options. Has a spa for both men and women, mini mart, pool, gym.. everything you would need during a stay. Perfectly nested near a met...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 39,000 AED/year
For sale : 302,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesBest property in Dubai investment park
Nafees, 1 year ago
Best building as per design in Dubai investment park with all amenities in a standard building Swimming pool gym and a beautiful garden in the middle of the bu...Read more
Spacious apartments in town
hussain, 7 years ago
Ritaj is a unique project designed to bring quality yet affordable residential space. Strategically located, it gives easy access to Dubai, Jebel Ali and Abu D...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 42,000 AED/year
For sale : 450,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesGood property
Ayesha, 2 years ago
We made some of our best memories in Discovery Gardens! It is a well maintained area with good amenities. Would appreciate gym access in buildings!
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 60,000 AED/year
For sale : 770,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesOutstanding privately managed building in the Greens
Peter Agardi, 6 years ago
DUTCO is a unique and rather new building in the Greens. It's a rare exception because it was not built by Emaar - it's got big, open kitchen plans and superb v...Read more
Rent in Dubai for students can range anywhere from AED 2,000 to AED 10,000 per month depending on where you live, the type of property you choose, and whether you’re sharing a place with other people.
The average monthly expense for a single person living in Dubai is around AED 4500 excluding rent. You can manage your expenses as a student by using the metro, cooking when you can, and looking for affordable entertainment options.
Dubai is a great place for students who want to start their careers early since they can work part-time while studying, and it’s home to many reputed companies with constant job opportunities. Dubai is also a very international place, making it great for students who want to meet people from all over the world.
College and university students can work full-time in Dubai if they get approval from their institution and a work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). Most universities allow international students to work up to 15 hours a week or 60 hours a month, while on academic breaks, they can work up to 40 hours a week or 160 hours a month.