Al Rigga Dubai Area Guide
Al Rigga Dubai is a sub-community in the chaos Deira district of Dubai, adjacent to Dubai Creek that features commercial and residential apartment buildings in addition to wide range of government offices and retail spaces. Owing to its great capacity of providing ample number of spaces for hotels, access to public transport, and retail centres this community is one of the most-sought community for renting in Deira district of Dubai.
The sub-community is situated at a strategic location with Dubai Creek while Al Maktoum Bridge and Deira Corniche are at a mere distance of 10 minutes. Residents can easily find top-quality schools, malls, family-fun spots, within a short distance with the lively Al Rigga Road Dubai adjoined to it. For the unversed, Deira is the oldest commercial district of Dubai popularly known for being a trading hub and cultural sites, apartments, commercial, and recreational hubs.
Overview of the Community
The major highlights of this community are:
• A popular sub-community in Deira
• Features wide range of apartments (studio to 4-BR) and commercial buildings
• Located opposite to Bur Dubai
Al Rigga, is a lively community having a wide array of restaurants, malls, retail spaces, and transportation means. The community is suitable for families as well as professionals, as they can easily find apartments and offices in different setups. Busy bylanes, traditional architecture marvels, and old souks having a wide range of traditional items add to the charm of Old Dubai. Al Rigga Dubai is among the top areas in Old Dubai offering affordability and convenience hand-to-hand.
Properties in Al Rigga Dubai
Al Rigga has several types of building configurations that offer property types including:
• Apartments
• Fully-fitted furnished and unfurnished offices
• Shops
The area is among one of the most sought-after communities in terms of renting flats in Deira district, residents have a wide range of options to choose from studio to 3-BR units as a few 4-BR apartments. Studio apartments spans over an area between 300 sq. ft. and 500 sq. ft., featuring an open kitchen, bathroom, and a balcony in few setups.
Whereas, 1-BR apartments spans between 500 sq. ft. and 1,100 sq. ft. featuring a bedroom with an attached bathroom too. 2-BR apartments cover a built-up area between 850 sq. ft. and 2,300 sq. ft., whereas 3-BR flats cover from 1,047 sq. ft. to 3,564 sq. ft. Owing to its range of affordable office spaces, close vicinity to other commercial buildings, and a wide range of units, Deira is ranked as one of the best areas of renting offices in Dubai. Other main reason behind this community being ranked as one of the top areas for renting is its close proximity to some of the top leisure places such as Dubai Butterfly Garden which is at a distance of 27 minutes from the area.
Shops for rent also cover built-up area ranging between 220 sq. ft. to 12,000 sq. ft. Some shops have cemented floors whereas some have fully-furnished tiled flooring or marble flooring with all the necessary configurations and features.
Rental Trends in the Community
For those looking for Properties for Rent in Dubai, Al Rigga provides option for studio apartments to 4-bed units that starts from the below mentioned price range:
• Based on the unit configuration, a studio apartment in this community costs between AED 28K and AED 50K.
• The rent of 1-BR apartments in the area ranges between AED 35K and AED 62K.
• 2-BR apartments are available at a rental range starting from AED 45K going up to AED 120K.
• Whereas, for 3-BR apartments interested residents need to pay somewhere between AED 65K to AED 140K.
• A 4-BR apartment can cost around AED 120K on an annual basis
Note: These prices are subject to change further as per Dubai real estate market trends.
Whereas offices for rent in this community have a diverse range of rental options based on their built-up areas. Expansive office areas for rent in the community starts from AED 1.1K and soars up to AED 2.9M for more expansive office spaces. Shops, here can also be rented between AED 23K to AED 1.2M.
Accommodation Services in the Neighbourhood
Apart from being the residential and commercial space, Al Rigga attracts several numbers of visitors from across the globe thanks to its rich traditional history. Due to this the area has full arrangement of hotels and accommodation services as people from nearby areas such as Mohammed Bin Rashid City which is at a mere distance of 20 minutes from the community also visit this neighbourhood either for commercial or personal reasons.
The area has a wide range of hotels, ranging from 1-staar hotel to elegant 5-star hotel. Some of the cheaper range of hotels in the community include:
• Sadaf Hotel – 3-star hotel
• Al Khaleej Grand – 3-star hotel
• Al Jawhara Metro – 2-star hotel
• Royalton Hotel – 2-star hotel
• Panorama – 2-star hotel
For those interested to stay in top-notch 5-star and 4-star hotels, that boasts of high-end amenities and suites, can stay in the below-mentioned hotels such as:
• Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek – 5-star hotel
• Hyatt Place Dubai Baniyas Square – 4-star hotel
• Carlton Tower – 4-star hotel
• Best Western Plus Pearl Creek – 4-star hotel
Whereas, visitors can also choose the option to stay in hotels at Al Mankhool Dubai which is at a driving distance of 12 minutes from Al Rigga.
Transport Services and Parking Areas in the Community
Since the community is dominantly made up of buildings, residents here receive free parking spaces in the basement levels of their apartment buildings. Residents can also choose to park their four-wheelers in the street.
Commuting Services in the Area
Deira is a well-developed place in terms of transportation means, which are not limited to buses, taxis, and cabs but also include Al Rigga Metro which is a busy station on the red line of the renowned Dubai Metro. Union Metro Station lies within the borders of the community, whereas many other metro stations are available in the nearby communities.
Union Metro Station is the busiest metro stations in the city, and takes nearly 27 minutes to reach Dubai Sports City which is internationally recognized arena for cricket stars. The metro station of Union lies in close proximity to the Dubai Economic Department, Dubai Land Department and other government areas. Several bus stations and public bus stops are also available in this community in abundance.
Memorial Plaza Bus Station, Dubai Intercontinental Hotel Bus Stop, Dubai Municipality Headquarters Bus Stop and Al Sabkha Marine Transport Station, and Union Square Bus Station are some of the multiple options available for travelers to travel using the Dubai RTA- Controlled Buses with comfort and convenience.
World- Class Amenities in the Community
The area is a mixed-blend of top-notch amenities to world class shops and schools. All basic leisure places to educational spots, residents can take benefit of all the top-quality services at a hand’s length.
• Grocery Outlets in Al Rigga
Wide range of supermarkets are available in the community, that includes:
New West Zone Supermarket – Al Owais Building
Carrefour Supermarket – Union Metro Station Entrance 2
ZOOM – Baniyas Square Metro Station
Wemart – Al Wasl Building Block B
Choithrams – Dubai Towers
Out of these Wemart is a Chinese supermarket that provides different kinds of Asian goods. These supermarkets are not only limited to food items and basic groceries but also help residents get full-benefit of luxury goods right from the comfort of supermarket.
• Holy Places in this Area
Al Rigga is a residential community with residents and travelers staying here with different beliefs and religious practices. The community mosque in the area is situated near one of the busiest metro stations of Dubai. Other mosques in and around the community, include:
• Late Omar Ali Bin Haider Mosque – 1, 5b Street, Al Muraqqabat
• Hamda Bint Mohammed Mosque – 2, 22a Street, Al Muteena
• Sheikh Ahmad Bin Rashid Bin Shabib Mosque – 18, Sikka 18b Street, Al Buteen
• Al Maktoum Hospital Mosque – 208/2, Omar Bin Al Khattab Road, Naif
For those believing in Hindu Religion can visit Bur Dubai at a driving distance of 14 minutes where several Hindu Temples are available. Sikh Community can also visit to Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara located at a strategic location in Jebel Ali which is home to famous Hindu Jebel Ali Temple.
Churches in this community, include:
• St. Mary’s Catholic Church – Umm Hurair 2, Bur Dubai
• Christian Fellowship Church – St. Andrew’s Hall, Holy Trinity Church, Bur Dubai
• Jesus is Lord Mission International – Pearl City Suite, Port Saeed
• Educational Facilities in Al Rigga
With the community rapidly growing as a residential community, Al Rigga Dubai has several options of schooling in its nearby sub-communities. Some of the popular schools near the community, include:
• Al Khaleej National School – Al Garhoud
• Cambridge International School – Al Garhoud
• The Millennium School – Al Qusais, one among the several Green Communities in Dubai
• Little Flower English School – Hor Al Anz
Little Flower English School follows the CBSE curriculum providing quality education at a primary level. Part of the GEMS Education Group, The Millennium School follows the CBSE curriculum.
• Medical Care Facilities
Some of the known medical centers and clinics in the community are:
Al Aman – 12, Baniyas Road
Mahboubi – Baniyas Tower
Marhaba – Bin Jarsh Building
Ultra Care Medical Group – Sheikha Mariam Building
Dr. Rasool’s Healthcare – Sheikh Rashid Building
Nearby Areas from Al Rigga Community
Bur Dubai lies in the opposite of the community, on the other side of Dubai Creek. It is a widespread community with several sub-communities. In the north of the area is the Al Muteena community. Port Saeed which is the oldest commercial district in the UAE lies in the eastern side of the community.
Luxury Lifestyle
Shopping Avenues in Al Rigga:
Reef Mall – Al Muraqqabat
Al Ghurair Centre – Al Muraqqabat
Abraj Shopping Centre – Naif
City Centre Deira – Port Saeed
Al Ghurair Centre is the oldest shopping mall in Dubai, having its inception year in 1981 in the nearby community of Al Muraqqabat, which is also in close proximity to Mushrif Park Dubai (at a driving distance of 16 minutes).
• Famous Eateries in the community
To satisfy your cravings, Al Rigga community has a rich range of eateries that includes:
• The Deccan Royal – Kuwaiti Building
• La Marguerite – Carlton Tower Hotel
• Fish Market – Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek
• City View Cafeteria – City Tower
Party-lovers can also enjoy night life at Ku-Bu – Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek, featuring private dining areas along with the nightlife, live music and shisha.
• Beaches near Al Rigga Community
You need to take a short-drive of 17 to 23 minutes to enjoy the beauty of beaches near the community. Al Mamzar Beach Park is the closest option that only requires a short drive of 17 minutes. Several other options include:
• Jumeirah Public Beach
• Kite Beach
Kite Beach lures visitors with its features of volleyball, sun lounges, kayaking, skating, and an outdoor gym.
Famous Landmarks and Fun Activities
Some of the notable landmarks near the community are:
• Naif Museum
• Deira Clocktower
• Dubai International Bowling Centre (DIBC) Deira
Naif Museum is the nearest museum located at a distance of 5-minutes. Visitors can get the full insights of police uniforms and their evolution over the years. It also features medals, badges, and weapons.
Outdoor Activities, Fitness, and Beauty
Al Rigga Community has a plethora range of green spaces for fitness lovers. The neighboring communities also feature wide range of small parks.
Some of the notable parks in and around the community are:
• Camel Park
• Union Metro Station Garden
• Al Muteena Park
• Abu Hail Park
• Al Hamriya Ladies Park
For Gym and workouts, you can visit at:
• Blu2o – Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek
• Al Taneen Body Fitness & Karate – 9, 23 Street
• Lulu Gym – 11, 19a Street
Al Rigga Dubai Location Map
In a nutshell, the community is perfect for commercial and residential purpose. Whereas, it is also famous for its close proximity to several notable landmarks:
• Dubai International Airport is 20 minutes away
• 15 minutes to Downtown Dubai and Business Bay
• 25-minute drive to Palm Jumeirah
