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 : 31,000 AED/year
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For rent : 38,000 AED/year
For sale : 400,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesSpacious 1 bedroom
Sabina, 2 years 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
Good building
Eman Banihani, 6 years ago
Clean and secured building , good view , far away from traffic jams, nice staff , difficult to use public transportation , there’s good services within the buil...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
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
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
Great building
Fatma, 2 years ago
Every thing is beautiful and great here , great place I found by propert finder
Amazing place
Abd qader Basha, 2 years ago
Amazing place , all we need we find there , great place , i advice all people in
Jamal, 1 year ago
The place was quite beautiful and quiet , Peaceful environment , supermarkets were easily available. Parks were there etc
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 40,000 AED/year
For sale : 400,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesSmell 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
Friendly building
Javi, 2 years ago
Good building with friendly security and nice common facilities. Good apartments for investment or to live in
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
Best Tower in JVC
Sam AB, 1 year ago
Simply best residential tower in JVC, lived here for my best 3 years in Dubai
Different but spacious and close to Al Khail and supermarket
Max Wiegerinck, 6 years ago
Different type of build, with front and side view iso back view. Complex of 24 houses with large underground parking keeping cars cool even in summer and no par...Read more
Family friendly
Pamela, 9 years ago
Excellent building and management
Decent place
Navita, 2 years 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
poor
keerthi Dharma, 2 years ago
1. Average apartment.n2. Spacious rooms. (2 BHK). n3. JVC has too much traffic during peak hours. n
Great building but water quality is not great
AG, 2 years 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
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 27,000 AED/year
For sale : 295,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
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For rent : 50,000 AED/year
For sale : 470,000 AED
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For rent : 38,000 AED/year
For sale : 360,000 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 : 2,250,640 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesVery Organized
Karen Bioco, 2 years 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
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
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
Noise
Priti, 9 years ago
The apartment is ok. Services are good, staff are nice but the construction noise is a bit too loud and they will do it even in Ramadan.
Best Office Tower With Unmatched Views
Babar Ali, 4 years ago
Best Office Tower With Unmatched Views , great location and next to mono rail station.
High Rise Commercial Building in Media City
JINKY, 2 years ago
This is one of the oldest buildings in Dubai Media City but still with great built and amenities. Accessible to the nearest metro station and bus stops. The sur...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 33,999 AED/year
For sale : 320,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesSpacious 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
Best property in Dubai investment park
Nafees, 2 years 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
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 42,000 AED/year
For sale : 480,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
Learn more about pricesDiscovery gardens
Elmer Sagaoinit, 2 years ago
Living in Discovery Gardens for more than 10 years is a very good experience. Far from busy city life. Very good place. Calm and relaxing. Very good for kids. A...Read more
* Distribution of property types in this community.
For rent : 62,000 AED/year
For sale : 950,000 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.