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Al Garhoud is one of Dubai's older mixed-use communities, located on the eastern bank of Dubai Creek directly beside Dubai International Airport. It grew up alongside the airport from the 1970s onward, and today it combines mid-rise apartment buildings with a smaller pocket of independent villas and a run of offices and warehouses along Airport Road.
The property mix leans toward studios and one- to three-bedroom apartments, most of it built through the 1990s and 2000s, alongside a handful of older standalone villas toward the creek. Ownership here is leasehold rather than freehold, and prices sit below newer waterfront communities nearby, which is part of why Al Garhoud has stayed popular with airline crew, frequent business travelers, and long-time residents who value the location over newer finishes.
Al Garhoud suits professionals who fly often, airport staff in particular, and families who don't mind an older building stock in exchange for a central address and fast airport access. Aircraft noise is a genuine consideration given the airport sits right next door, and parking in some of the older blocks can get tight at peak times, worth weighing against the convenience before committing.
The community borders Umm Ramool to the south, Port Saeed and Deira City Centre to the north, and Dubai Creek and Dubai Festival City just across the water to the southwest. The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium and the Aviation Club both sit inside Al Garhoud itself, giving the area an identity beyond being a stopover near the terminals.
properties for rent in Al Garhoud range from AED 54.99K to AED 1.4M, with a median rental price of AED 115K per year. A total of 162 listings are available. 80 properties have been listed for rent in Al Garhoud over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 49% are verified and 43% are listed by SuperAgents.
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Al Garhoud Villas, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Al Garhoud Villas, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Airport View Building, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Airport View Building, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Airport Road Area, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Airport Road Area, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Grand Mercure Dubai Airport, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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Grand Mercure Dubai Airport, Al Garhoud, Dubai
2,395 rent transactions were recorded in Al Garhoud over the past 12 months, marking a 2.4% decrease YoY.
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See all TransactionsAl Garhoud covers everyday needs comfortably without residents needing to leave the area often. Supermarkets and pharmacies are dotted through the ground floors of its residential buildings, casual restaurants and cafes sit within walking distance of most streets, and the district's biggest retail anchor, Dubai Festival City Mall, is just a few minutes away across the creek.
The Irish Village and the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium give the community an identity beyond commuting distance, and everyday shopping here leans toward convenience rather than destination retail. For a wider spread, residents typically head to Dubai Festival City or Deira City Centre, both a short drive away.
Dining in Al Garhoud centers on Century Village, a long-standing cluster of restaurants and bars beside the Emirates Aviation College. The Irish Village, one of Dubai's longest-running pubs, sits in the same stretch next to the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, with a lakeside garden, live music, and pub classics.
Al Hallab serves Lebanese food nearby, Roti Bhai and Gazebo both cover Indian cuisine, and O'Brien's is a reliable spot for a casual coffee or sandwich. Fast food, including McDonald's and Texas Chicken, is easy to find along Airport Road.
For hotel dining, Le Méridien carries several restaurants, including Mahek for Indian food and Dubliners, an Irish pub in its own right, while Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai runs seven dining outlets. For a wider spread of cuisines, most residents head to Dubai Festival City Mall, home to California Pizza Kitchen, Chili's, Hard Rock Cafe, and dozens more.
Gulf Indian High School, also roughly 0.6 km away, offers the Indian curriculum and currently carries a Good KHDA rating. The National Charity School for Girls, a branch of the National Charity School for Boys, follows the Ministry of Education curriculum, sits around 0.6 km away, and holds an Acceptable KHDA rating.
New Indian Model School, about 0.6 km from central Al Garhoud, follows the CBSE curriculum from KG1 through Grade 12 and is one of the largest Indian curriculum schools in Dubai, with more than 7,000 students. It held an Acceptable KHDA rating for over a decade before earning its first Good rating in its most recent inspection.
Dubai International Private School Garhoud, one of Dubai's oldest American curriculum schools, has operated in the community since 1985 and teaches from KG1 through Grade 12 using the California State Standards alongside Ministry of Education subjects in Arabic and Islamic studies. It's the only private American curriculum school actually based in Al Garhoud, with an Acceptable KHDA rating that has held steady for more than a decade.
Al Mawakeb School Al Garhoud teaches an American and French curriculum close to the Dubai Festival City side of the community, about 1.6 km from the mall.
Families wanting a British curriculum school should know that Cambridge International School, long associated with Garhoud, relocated to Al Twar in 2020 and is now roughly 10 to 15 minutes away by car rather than inside the community.
Nurseries in Al Garhoud include The Kindergarten Starters (KGS Garhoud) and Yellow Brick Road Nursery. Older students have access to The American College in Dubai, Al Falah University, and Emirates Aviation College, reflecting the community's long ties to the airport.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C | Ministry of Education | 5K - 9K | 535 m | Acceptable |
| The National Charity School for Girls (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C) | Ministry of Education | 5K - 9K | 566 m | Acceptable |
| Gulf Indian High School | Indian | 5K - 9K | 570 m | Good |
| New Indian Model School | Indian | 4K - 8K | 637 m | Good |
| Grammar School | UK | 5K - 7K | 780 m | Acceptable |
| Dubai International Private School | American | 15K - 24K | 1.0 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| The Indian High School-Branch | Indian | 5K - 21K | 1.2 km | Good |
| Al Mawakeb School Al Garhoud L.L.C | American | 16K - 25K | 1.2 km | Good |
| GEMS Legacy School - Dubai Branch | Indian | 9K - 21K | 1.2 km | Good |
| Dar Al Marefa Private School | International Baccalaureate | 66K - 101K | 2.5 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Universal American School - Branch | US/IB | 40K - 82K | 2.7 km | Very good |
| English Language Private School | UK | 5K - 12K | 3.2 km | Acceptable |
| St. Mary Catholic High School - Dubai | UK | 7K - 16K | 3.2 km | Good |
| Dubai English Speaking School | UK | 43K - 53K | 3.3 km | Outstanding |
| Pakistan Education Academy | Pakistani | 7K - 9K | 3.3 km | Acceptable |
| Cambridge International School | UK | 24K - 37K | 3.4 km | Good |
| Dubai Gem Private School | UK | 14K - 28K | 3.4 km | Good |
| The Indian High School | Indian | 6K - 10K | 3.5 km | Very good |
| Glendale International School LLC | UK | 42K - 58K | 3.5 km | Acceptable |
| Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou School Oud Metha | French | 31K | 3.5 km | Outstanding |
| Al Rashid Al Saleh Private School | Ministry of Education | 9K - 19K | 3.5 km | Good |
| New World School Private L.L.C | Ministry of Education | 20K | 3.6 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Pace Modern British School L.L.C | UK | 20K - 30K | 3.6 km | Acceptable |
| National Charity School Primary | Ministry of Education | 5K - 5K | 3.6 km | Acceptable |
| Lycee Francais International | French | 29K - 62K | 3.7 km | Outstanding |
| Al Salam Community School L.L.C | UK | 24K - 41K | 3.7 km | Good |
| Pearl Wisdom School L.L.C | Indian | 16K - 23K | 4.0 km | Good |
| Star International School | UK | 22K - 71K | 4.0 km | Good |
| The Indian Academy | Indian | 12K - 24K | 4.1 km | Good |
| Deira International School | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 45K - 90K | 4.1 km | Outstanding |
| Swiss International Scientific School FZ-LLC | International Baccalaureate | 69K - 138K | 4.2 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Al Eman Educational EST | Ministry of Education | 6K - 9K | 4.2 km | Acceptable |
| Apple International School | UK | 7K - 28K | 4.2 km | Good |
| Himayah School For Education Girls - Al Karama | Ministry of Education | 4.4 km | Acceptable | |
| Al Sadiq Islamic English School | UK | 5K - 9K | 4.5 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai National School AlTwar L.L.C | American | 20K - 39K | 4.5 km | Good |
| Dubai Scholars Private School | UK | 16K - 33K | 4.5 km | Good |
| Amity School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 33K | 4.5 km | Good |
| Hampton Heights International School | UK | 20K - 28K | 4.5 km | Not inspected yet |
| Queen International School | UK - UK* | 16K - 29K | 4.6 km | Acceptable |
| Himayah School For Education Boys - Diera (Abu Hail) | Ministry of Education | 4.6 km | Acceptable | |
| Little Flower English School | Indian | 4K - 4K | 4.7 km | Acceptable |
| Deira Private School | UK | 23K - 41K | 4.9 km | Acceptable |
| The Apple International Community School | UK | 19K - 26K | 4.9 km | Acceptable |
| Amity English School | UK | 24K - 31K | 4.9 km | Not inspected yet |
| Woodlem Park School L.L.C | Indian | 13K - 25K | 4.9 km | Acceptable |
| American International School | American | 13K - 22K | 5.0 km | Good |
Al Garhoud sits on Dubai Creek's eastern bank, directly beside Dubai International Airport, and is bordered by two of the city's busiest roads: Airport Road (D89) and Sheikh Rashid Road (E11). This gives fast access to both the airport and Dubai's older commercial core in Deira, and a reasonably quick run to Downtown Dubai and Business Bay via Al Garhoud Bridge, generally 15 to 20 minutes outside peak hours. There's a metro station right on the community's edge, Al Garhoud Station, formerly known as GGICO, so residents without a car aren't limited to taxis and ride-hailing apps.
Al Garhoud Metro Station (R15), renamed from GGICO in April 2025, sits on the Red Line between Airport Terminal 1 and City Centre Deira, putting the wider Red Line network within easy reach without a transfer. Airport Terminal 1 and Airport Terminal 3 stations are both under 1.5 km away, while Emirates Metro Station is roughly 1.9 km from the community centre.
RTA bus routes, including the F04 feeder service, loop through the community before connecting back to Al Garhoud Metro Station, and additional stops, including the Al Garhoud Bus Station and the Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop, extend coverage into Deira and Umm Ramool. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are easy to find, with wait times typically under 10 minutes outside of peak flight arrival windows.
The community connects directly to Airport Road (D89) and Sheikh Rashid Road (E11), giving quick access to the airport in around 5 minutes, Deira City Centre and Dubai Festival City in under 10 minutes, and Downtown Dubai in roughly 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic on Al Garhoud Bridge.
Most residential and commercial buildings offer dedicated covered parking for tenants and owners, though visitor parking can be tight during peak hours in some older blocks. Paid public parking is available for guests, and villas generally come with their own private parking.
I lived here from the late 90s to the mid 2000s in the Garhoud Residential Complex. Pros: - Great for families - Tight-knit community - The gardens and large living spaces - Proximity to "what was popular back then" (Deira City Center and Lamcy Plaza) Cons: - Proximity to the airport (a lot of planes flying by) - Parking and guest access was difficult to navigate due to security concerns - Infrastructure aging (old villas versus newer properties)
7 months ago
Essa Hussain Al Yousifi
I lived here for 3 years and it was a really family friendly building. They have amazing maintenance and 24/7 security staff. The facilities like swimming pool and gym are decent but they separate for both men and women. The flats are spacious and well maintained.
3 years ago
Transemirates Building
Building is having a spacious apartment and good golf course view. Many restaurant in same bldg.
5 years ago
Essa Hussain Al Yousifi
Brand new building with great facilities....road access is sometimes an issue due to Dubai Mall and WTC traffic..
11 years ago
Transemirates Building
The best part about the property is the view of the golf course. The school across the road causes a bit of traffic in the mornings. Very close to the mosque.
11 years ago
Al Ashram Building
The building is very comfortable and peaceful. Very children friendly so great for families
11 years ago
Airport Road Area
Building good nice nice nice nice building good premises beautiful pic good design nice parks good Colours beautiful houses nice pic good design nice
11 years ago
Al Garhoud's property stock is dominated by mid-rise apartment buildings built mostly through the 1990s and 2000s, with a smaller cluster of independent villas toward the creek, and a run of commercial offices and warehouses along Airport Road and around the Autism Centre. Most residential buildings offer studios through three-bedroom layouts, and amenities like shared pools, gyms, and covered parking are increasingly common even in the older stock.
Manazel Garhoud, an eight-storey mixed-use building close to the community's centre and the airport, offers apartment rentals with shared amenities. Airport View Building is a popular residential block with one- and two-bedroom units and shared pool access in the Airport Road Area sub-community. Dana Al Garhoud and Al Muhairbi Building both offer straightforward studio to two-bedroom apartments for rent in Al Garhoud aimed more at long-term residents than short-stay tenants.
Al Garhoud Villas is the community's dedicated villa sub-area, offering larger, independent villas for rent in Al Garhoud with private parking on bigger plots. Golf Course View is another villa-focused development, positioned to take advantage of views toward Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club.
Al Fattan Plaza, along Airport Road, is a long-standing commercial office building known locally for its distinctive architecture, while a cluster of smaller office and warehouse buildings around the Autism Centre and Emirates Training College serve the area's business tenants.
Al Garhoud is generally considered pet-friendly, especially in residential buildings with flexible policies. Pet regulations may vary by building, though, so it's worth confirming with property management before moving in with pets.
Annual service charges in Al Garhoud are competitive and reflect the area's central location and amenities. These charges typically cover maintenance, security, and communal facilities. For precise figures, residents should consult their building management or landlord.
Residents and businesses in Al Garhoud enjoy access to swimming pools, gyms, children's play areas, landscaped gardens, retail outlets, and 24-hour security. The community is designed to offer a comfortable, convenient lifestyle for all occupants.
Al Garhoud is well connected, with multiple metro stations, bus stops, and direct access to major highways. Public transport is readily available, making commuting to other parts of Dubai quick and efficient.
Yes, most buildings in Al Garhoud provide allocated covered parking for residents. Visitor parking is also available, and additional public parking options can be found throughout the area for guests.
Yes, GGICO was the original name of the area's metro station, named after the Gulf General Investment Company, and it was officially renamed Al Garhoud Metro Station in April 2025. Some maps and older listings still use GGICO, but it's the same station.
Al Garhoud is a leasehold area rather than a designated freehold zone, so non-UAE nationals can lease property here long-term but can't hold freehold title the way they can in areas like Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina. UAE and GCC nationals aren't subject to the same restriction.
Al Garhoud tends to offer steadier, more affordable rental yields than Dubai's newer freehold communities, largely thanks to constant demand from airport and airline staff, but liquidity on resale is lower given its leasehold status and older building stock.
Garhoud is generally understood to reference the area's historical Bedouin and fishing roots along Dubai Creek, predating the airport and the mixed-use community that exists today, making it one of the older place names in this part of Dubai.
Aircraft noise is a real factor given the community's proximity to the airport, and it's one of the more common complaints from long-term residents. Buildings further from the runway approach paths and on higher floors tend to feel it less.
