Based on 6 community and 65 building reviews
Al Furjan sits in the Jebel Ali district of Dubai. Its name comes from the Arabic phrase for a collection of small villages, which fits the way the community feels day to day.
Nakheel master-planned the neighborhood with a mix of low-rise apartment buildings and gated villa and townhouse clusters, tied together by walkable streets, landscaped paths, and pocket parks.
Construction started in 2010, the first phases opened in 2013, and the area has kept filling out since then with new towers, retail pavilions, and villa releases.
This area works well for families and buyers who want more space and a quieter setting without giving up the metro. Al Furjan Metro station on the Route 2020 line gives residents a direct link to Dubai Marina, Expo City, and the wider Red Line. If you drive, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Al Yalayis Street handle trips to Downtown, DIFC, or Abu Dhabi.
Apartment towers near the station tend to attract young professionals, while families usually spread into the villa clusters where kids' parks and community pools sit within walking distance of home.
Al Furjan borders Discovery Gardens, The Gardens, Jebel Ali Village, and Jumeirah Park, while Ibn Battuta Mall and Dubai Investment Park are about a four-minute drive.
Prices of properties for sale in Al Furjan range from AED 450K to AED 23.6M, with a median of AED 1.73M. A total of 2,645 listings are available. 1,355 properties have been listed for sale in Al Furjan over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 76% are verified and 64% are listed by SuperAgents.
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2,615 sale transactions were recorded in Al Furjan over the past 12 months, marking a 39.3% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Al Furjan.
See all TransactionsAl Furjan is located in Jebel Ali next to Discovery Gardens and a few minutes away from Ibn Battuta Mall. Because of this prime setup, the neighborhood is surrounded by a wealth of amenities.
For daily errands, residents use Al Furjan Pavilion and Al Furjan West Pavilion, both anchored by supermarkets and lined with cafes, clinics, and salons. The Arbor School and Delhi Private School serve families inside the community, and Al Furjan Club adds a members' gym, pool, and padel courts in a central spot.
Al Furjan Metro station sits inside the community, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road puts Dubai Marina, Jebel Ali, and Expo City within easy reach by car.
Espoir Coffee & Bakes is the closest option, a neighborhood coffee shop and bakery reachable in a walk of about eight minutes or a short drive of roughly four minutes. Tea Station is a small cafeteria in Al Furjan metro station serving quick bites and tea, while JJ Charcoal Grilled Chicken in the neighboring Discovery Gardens Pavilion serves scrumptious chicken platters and sandwiches.
Texas Chicken, Burger King, and Papa Murphy's are also in Discovery Gardens Pavilion, each about a four-minute drive away and useful for quick takeout.
Laffah brings Arabic favorites like shawarma and grills within about a four-minute drive, sitting alongside the Discovery Gardens fast-food strip.
Hakuna Matata serves quick bites within a walk of about twenty minutes or a four-minute drive, popular for casual family meals.
McDonald's is roughly a four-minute drive from most parts of Al Furjan and stays open late for drive-through orders.
Freddo, a cafe and restaurant near Ibn Battuta, is about a six-minute drive for a slower sit-down meal.
Al Furjan has a practical school setup for families, with mostly British and international options nearby. Several schools sit within a five-kilometer radius, and average annual fees fall in the mid-market band. Most campuses are under ten minutes away by car, and some are close enough to the villa clusters for an easy school run.
Arbor School is the area's environmental-focused option, with a British curriculum and an eco-literacy overlay from EYFS through secondary years. The KHDA rating is Good, and fees range from around AED 59,000 to AED 97,000 per year. The campus is a short drive from most Al Furjan clusters and is known for its biomes and outdoor learning zones.
Delhi Private School Dubai offers a CBSE curriculum and holds a KHDA rating of Very Good, one of the strongest ratings among schools serving the area. Fees range from about AED 11,000 to AED 16,000, so it's a practical option for families looking for an Indian curriculum choice. The campus is roughly a ten-minute drive from Al Furjan.
The Winchester School Jebel Ali sits nearby and runs a British curriculum from FS1 through Year 13. It carries a KHDA rating of Very Good, and annual fees range from roughly AED 15,000 to AED 33,000. That puts it toward the more accessible end of the local market. From most parts of Al Furjan, it's reachable in under ten minutes by car.
For early years, the community offers several options. Jebel Ali Village Nursery and Chubby Cheeks Nursery Al Furjan both cater to children from around 45 days up to four years.
Kids World Nursery also operates in the area and follows an EYFS-based program. For university-level study, there's no campus inside Al Furjan, but Dubai Knowledge Park and the higher-education clusters around Al Sufouh are reachable in roughly 20 to 25 minutes by car via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbor School L.L.C | UK | 59K - 97K | 791 m | Good |
| Arcadia Global School | UK | 40K - 65K | 1.0 km | Good |
| Delhi Private School L.L.C | Indian | 11K - 16K | 2.3 km | Very good |
| Dubai British School Jumeirah Park | UK | 46K - 112K | 2.3 km | Outstanding |
| The Winchester School - DUBAI BRANCH | UK | 15K - 33K | 2.4 km | Very good |
| Al Ghaf Private School L.L.C | UK | 35K - 51K | 2.8 km | Acceptable |
| Durham School L.L.C | UK | 55K - 99K | 3.8 km | Acceptable |
| Dove Green Private School L.L.C | UK | 42K - 65K | 3.9 km | Good |
| Dubai British School | UK | 53K - 80K | 4.0 km | Outstanding |
| Emirates International School Meadows | International Baccalaureate - International Baccalaureate (1 | 29K - 86K | 4.2 km | Very good |
| Al Nibras International Private School | American | 25K - 50K | 4.5 km | Good |
| Arcadia British School | UK | 68K - 96K | 4.5 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Bright Riders School | Indian | 19K - 30K | 4.7 km | Good |
| Dunecrest American School L.L.C | American | 50K - 96K | 5.0 km | Good |
Al Furjan sits between Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Sheikh Zayed Road in southern Dubai, with Discovery Gardens, Jumeirah Park, and The Gardens around it. The community has its own Route 2020 metro station, so many residents can get onto the rail network without a long trip. If you live deeper in the villa clusters, you'll usually drive, cycle, or take a short bus hop to the station.
Al Furjan metro station on the Route 2020 line is located in the area. From the community's center, it's about a 20-minute walk or a five-minute drive, however, several building clusters such as Masakin Al Furjan, Orchid by Azizi, and Liatris by Azizi sit within a 5-minute walk of Al Furjan metro station, which connects through Expo City to the Red Line interchange at National Paints.
Discovery Gardens station on the same line is a similar distance away, giving residents more metro stations to choose from, while The Gardens station is a short drive to the north. If you need other access points, Ibn Battuta and National Paints stations are both roughly nine to ten minutes away by car.
Bus stops inside the community help with everyday commuting. The Azizi Star Building, Al Furjan Murooj, and Shasta Azizi Tower stops are all within walking distance of residential blocks, and there are extra stops near Glamz Residence Tower 2 serving the northern edge. These routes feed into the metro stations and connect to Ibn Battuta Mall. Taxis and ride-hailing through Careem and Uber are easy to get across Al Furjan, and pickups at the metro station and community pavilions are usually quick.
Great mix of apartment and villa communities. Emerging community hubs such as Al Furjan Center, good access to the metro and major highways. Closely located to great leisure and entertainment such as Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Ibn Battuta Mall and various golf courses.
6 months ago
Al Furjan is an ideal community for those seeking a balanced lifestyle, offering the perfect blend of connectivity and tranquility. Strategically located with direct access to the Dubai Metro, it is a commuter’s dream—making my husband’s daily travel to Abu Dhabi remarkably easy while keeping my own office at Al Fardan Exchange well within reach. Whether you prefer modern apartments or spacious villas, the community feels fresh and well-maintained. Life here is defined by its serene atmosphere: mornings and evenings are best spent walking through lush greenery accompanied by the sound of birds, all with minimal traffic to disturb the peace. For families, the abundance of parks and playgrounds provides a safe, vibrant space for children to play. Meanwhile, the Al Furjan Club serves as a dedicated hub for health and recreation, offering everything from padel courts to professional fitness lessons. In Al Furjan, you truly get the best of both worlds—metropolitan convenience paired with a quiet, village-like charm.
6 months ago
I’ve been living in Al Furjan for some time now. I think it’s a great place to live. The community feels quiet and well-planned which makes it perfect for families and people who like an area unlike the busy parts of Dubai. One of the things about Al Furjan is that it’s easy to get around if you have a Car. Sheikh Zayed Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road are nearby so I can get to Dubai Marina, Jebel Ali or even Expo City easily. But if you do not own a car, then public transport is a but problematic in the inner areas. The bus F45 goes around, but the frequency is not great. The Discovery Gardens Metro Station is close by from many areas, but again, if you stay in the inner areas, it can be upwards 45 mins of walk. There is the Al Furjan Pavilion and Al Furjan West Pavilion which have everything I need like supermarkets, cafes, pharmacies and small restaurants. I also like that there are parks walking tracks and open spaces in Al Furjan so it’s easy to go for a walk or spend time outdoors. Overall I think Al Furjan is a great place to live because it’s peaceful. Personally, I’ve really enjoyed living in Al Furjan.
7 months ago
It has good connectivity with direct access to major highways and the Dubai Metro Route EXPO 2020 via Al Furjan Metro Station, making travel to places like Dubai Marina easy. Overall, it’s considered a comfortable and affordable area for families and investors, though some parts are still developing.
7 months ago
I love how calm Al Furjan is, yet it still has everything you need. The community mall, Furjan Pavilion, has a Spinneys and a couple of restaurants, pharmacies, and a tailor shop. Al Furjan Club next to the pavilion has a gym, swimming pool, and a tennis court, so you have everything in one place. The metro is a 5-minute walk from my building (Masakin Al Furjan), which makes commuting a breeze. There are also plenty of walking tracks, and the one leading to the pavilion is especially green. Driving is quite effortless since traffic isn't an issue here. Plus, apartments here are reasonably priced compared to other areas. The only downside is that Al Furjan needs more leisure options.
7 months ago
i personally love furjan, calm and quite and average prices with very good quality plus the fact that the commute there is very accessible and always on time.
9 months ago
Azizi Plaza
Great Blg and connectivity
13 days ago
Avenue Residence 5
Renting an apartment here has been the worst experience of my life. The building was supposed to be brand new, but has many issues with plumbing. The amenities, like the kids’ play area and swimming pool, are also closed for the last 6months with no end in sight for its opening. To make matters worse, construction is happening on two nearby buildings and the roads are being repaired.
a month ago
Azizi Plaza
It’s a good location and very good building to stay. Newly built and all amenities nearby.
a month ago
Westwood By IMTIAZ
I have lived in Westwood by Imtiaz for around a year. During my time there, the building security and maintenance was amazing. The building sits in the middle of Discovery Gardens and The Gardens metro stations - both easily walkable. There is a convenience store nearby and the Discovery Pavilion complex is also nearby for any shopping. All rooms are smart home equipped and easy to setup. The furnishing quality of the building is top notch. I really enjoyed using the facilities like gym, swimming pool etc as well since they were properly maintained and cleaned regularly.
2 months ago
Makeen Al Furjan Villas
If you are looking for a standalone villa community close to the main roads this is the place. Not many people know that Al Furjan is huge, and some places you need to drive for kms before you hit the exit. This community is ideal if you need to be close to main exits.
5 months ago
Makeen Al Furjan Villas
Al Furjan is a vast area and Makeen Al Furjan community is right at the start of the Al Furjan west. Very close to the main road unlike some other communities that are located up the hill and takes a long time to enter or exit.
5 months ago
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Anonymous
12 days ago
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Is Al Furjan a good area for a first-time buyer near the metro?
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Yes as there is all types of units for all types of buyers, from studios up to large 5 bed standalone villas, with 3 metros within walking distance
7 days ago
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Yes the connectivity makes it an ideal location and price point is competitive for first time buyers too
11 days ago
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Al Furjan is an increasingly popular choice for first-time buyers looking to enter Dubai’s property market, offering a strong combination of affordability, connectivity and long-term lifestyle appeal. With the Dubai Metro running directly through the community, residents have convenient access to key areas of the city without relying solely on a car. The area is particularly attractive to young professionals, couples and small families who want a well-connected community while still benefiting from comparatively accessible property prices. Al Furjan offers a wide range of apartments, townhouses and villas, providing buyers with plenty of choice depending on their budget and lifestyle. The community also benefits from supermarkets, restaurants, schools, fitness facilities, parks and everyday amenities, creating a convenient environment for residents. Its location provides easy access to Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Marina, JLT and other major business and leisure hubs.
11 days ago
Anonymous
12 days ago
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How's the resale value trend for villas in Al Furjan?
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The Al Furjan villa resale market remains strong and active, supported by consistent end user demand, limited availability of well-positioned homes and continued price growth across the community. There are schools and strong connectivity with the metro and the etihad rail coming nearby too, as a whole transactions are now increasing coming into the busier periods of the industry.
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Al Furjan has demonstrated strong resale performance in recent years, making it an attractive option for buyers looking beyond just rental returns. Villa transaction prices increased significantly throughout 2025, with average prices rising by over 22% year-on-year, while current 2026 data continues to show positive annual price growth. Four-bedroom villas have also recorded particularly healthy price-per-square-foot growth. The strength of Al Furjan’s resale market is supported by its established community, Metro connectivity, family-oriented lifestyle and relatively accessible entry point compared with many established villa communities in Dubai. This creates demand from both investors and end-users, giving owners a wider pool of potential buyers when they eventually decide to sell.
11 days ago
Anonymous
7 months ago
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Does the community have gated access?
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Yes. After years of discussions, multiple meetings with Nakheel, and a survey sent to owners, it has been officially announced that Al Furjan will be gated. This is to enhance security and improve the overall look and feel of the community. One part of Al Furjan is already gated with security posts in place, and the remaining areas are expected to be completed soon.
7 months ago
Anonymous
7 months ago
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Is there a metro station near Al Furjan?
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Yes. Al Furjan is one of the few freehold villa and townhouse communities in Dubai with an operational metro station within walking distance.
7 months ago
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Al Furjan combines low and mid-rise apartment buildings with gated villa and townhouse clusters, all arranged around walkable streets and pocket parks. Nakheel master-planned the community, and Azizi Developments, Danube Properties, Imtiaz Developments, Ghreiwati Property Development, BNH Real Estate, Grand Properties, and Nabni Development helped shape the residential mix.
Apartment stock in Al Furjan ranges from studios to 3-bedroom layouts, plus a smaller number of duplexes. Most sit in mid-rise towers, and some come chiller-free, which helps keep monthly bills more predictable.
Azizi Developments has a big footprint here, with Azizi Star, Azizi Central, Azizi Amir, Azizi Orchid, Azizi Zain, Samia Azizi, Shaista Residences, and Roy Mediterranean offering studios from roughly 320 sq ft and one to three-bedroom units up to about 1,800 sq ft.
If you're looking for an apartment near the metro in Al Furjan, consider Masakin Al Furjan, Orchid by Azizi, Liatris by Azizi, Victoria Residency, Avenue Residence 1, and many more options along the Gardens Boulevard street as they’re a walking distance from the Furjan Metro Station.
Meanwhile, if you’re looking for furnished apartments in Al Furjan, explore Gemz by Danube, Pearlz by Danube, Starz Tower 1 and 2, and Glamz 1 and 2, which are all known for furnished studios and one-bedroom homes.
For bigger family layouts, Topaz Avenue by Grand Properties, Equiti Home, Equiti Residence, and Millennium Talia Residences are the names to look at.
Two- and three-bedroom units there often include a maid's room. Median apartment prices trend below neighboring Jumeirah Village Circle and Jumeirah Lake Towers, which makes Al Furjan a more accessible entry point in western Dubai.
The community is split into distinct zones and sub-communities, so you get a lot of choice without changing address. On the villa side, North Village includes Quortaj, Dubai Style, and Al Hejaz, while newer gated communities include Murooj Al Furjan East and West and Tilal Al Furjan.
Villas in Al Furjan come in 3 to 6-bedroom configurations across gated subcommunities built in Quortaj, Al Hejaz, and Dubai architectural styles, while newer phases lean more contemporary.
Murooj Al Furjan by Nakheel, split into east and west phases, offers 3 and 4-bedroom villas from about 2,180 to 3,750 sq ft on plots up to 7,700 sq ft, and many have private pools. Tilal Al Furjan, also by Nakheel, has 4-bedroom villas around 3,300 to 4,900 sq ft on generous plots.
If you need more space, Dubai Style, West Village, and Quortaj include larger 5 and 6-bedroom homes that reach 6,500 sq ft or more, with some offering roof access and standalone plots. Villa prices here typically undercut Jumeirah Park and Jumeirah Golf Estates for comparable sizes, which helps explain the strong investor demand in recent phases.
Duplex layouts show up in select apartment towers and villa clusters, giving buyers two-story living without needing a standalone plot.
Equiti Home A offers upgraded 3-bedroom duplexes around 2,300 sq ft with spacious living zones and community views.
Reef 999 has 4 and 5-bedroom duplex units reaching 3,741 sq ft, combining apartment amenities with villa-scale interiors.
Gemz by Danube also includes duplex configurations. These homes usually sit between standard apartments and villas on price, which appeals to families who want more vertical space and building services instead of a private garden.
Serviced and hotel apartments in Al Furjan are concentrated in the Azizi-developed pocket near Discovery Gardens. Azizi Star, AZIZI Roy Mediterranean, AZIZI Pearl, Candace Acacia, Candace Aster, and Azizi Sakandar offer studios for rent in Al Furjan from roughly 310 to 480 sq ft and one to two-bedroom units up to 1,140 sq ft, with most fully furnished.
Studios for sale in Al Furjan start around AED 450K, well below hotel apartment rates in Dubai Marina or Jumeirah Lake Towers, which is why they appeal to yield-focused investors and short-stay operators. Millennium Talia Residences adds a Millennium-branded option with one and two-bedroom furnished units near the metro.
Nakheel Properties developed Al Furjan and manages the community. The master developer planned the villa clusters, apartment plots, and shared amenities, and it still oversees community services across the neighborhood.
Al Furjan suits families and long-term renters who want quiet streets, walkable pavilions, and a metro stop on the doorstep. Al Furjan Metro on the Route 2020 line sits within the community, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road puts Dubai Marina and Expo City within about 11 to 12 minutes and roughly 15 minutes by car. It's less suited to residents who want nightlife on the doorstep or waterfront views.
Al Furjan is not fully gated today, but Nakheel has confirmed that gating is underway after owner consultations. Some areas such as Masakin Al Furjan and Tilal Al Furjan are already gated, which often causes the confusion.
Construction of Al Furjan began in September 2010, and the first phase was completed in May 2013. The community has expanded steadily since then with new villa clusters like Murooj Al Furjan and Tilal Al Furjan, plus a wave of apartment towers by Azizi, Danube, and others.
Yes, Al Furjan is a freehold community. Property for sale in Al Furjan can be owned outright by UAE residents and overseas buyers, which is one reason the area draws a steady mix of end-users and investors.
Al Furjan appeals to investors thanks to a rental yield around 5.7% and prices that start from roughly AED 450K for apartments for sale in Al Furjan and rise into the multi-millions for villas for sale in Murooj Al Furjan and Tilal Al Furjan. The metro station, Al Furjan Pavilion, and proximity to Dubai Marina and Expo City support tenant demand. Returns vary by building, cluster, and unit type, so compare specific listings before you commit.
"Al Furjan" is Arabic for a collection of homes or small villages. The name reflects Nakheel's master plan, which groups villas and townhouses into named clusters like Quortaj, Dubai Style, and Al Hejaz, each with its own architectural character and shared green spaces.
Al Furjan West, Murooj Al Furjan, and Quortaj are strong picks for families, with landscaped clusters, kids' parks, and Arbor School and Arcadia School nearby. Quortaj 4 recently added a residents-only pool, and Al Furjan Club offers a gym, pool, tennis, and padel on a membership basis. Apartment residents near Al Furjan Pavilion also get Spinneys, cafes, and a community park within walking distance.
Al Furjan is the newer, lower-density neighbor to Discovery Gardens, with a wider mix of villas, townhouses, and modern apartments and generally higher price points. Discovery Gardens is older, denser, and made up mostly of low-rise garden apartments at more budget-friendly rents. Both share the Route 2020 metro line, so your choice usually comes down to whether you want a villa community feel or a more compact apartment cluster.
Masakin Al Furjan, Azizi Tulip, Avenue Residence 5, Pearlz by Danube, and Nadine Residences are among the buildings within walking distance of Al Furjan Metro Station. Residents in these towers can reach the platform in a few minutes on foot, which is one of the community's biggest draws.
