Based on 2 community and 30 building reviews
Al Quoz is a centrally located district sitting between Al Khail Road (E44) and Sheikh Zayed Road (E311). It borders key residential and commercial areas like Al Safa, Umm Al Sheif, Umm Suqeim, and Business Bay, which makes it easy to reach from most parts of Dubai, with Downtown Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, and Dubai Hills Mall all roughly a 15- to 20-minute drive away depending on traffic.
Part of what gives Al Quoz its character is the mix of contrasts. Some areas are known for industrial warehouses, but it's also home to a flourishing arts and culture scene anchored by Alserkal Avenue, where independent galleries, an indie cinema, boutique gyms, and specialty coffee shops fill converted warehouse spaces.
The district splits into two key zones: the residential areas (Al Quoz 1, 2, and 4) and the industrial areas (Al Quoz Industrial 1 through 4). The residential zones are home to villas and apartments in developments like Al Khail Gate and Al Khail Heights, as well as some independent villas on quieter streets.
Al Khail Heights is a gated community of around 20 mid-rise buildings with pools, children's play areas, and 24/7 security, while Al Khail Gate is a larger, more budget-friendly apartment complex with on-site supermarkets, a pharmacy, and a clinic.
Al Quoz tends to suit families looking for affordable central living, professionals commuting to Business Bay or Downtown Dubai, and creatives drawn to its cultural events and independent eateries.
Prices of properties for sale in Al Quoz range from AED 525K to AED 79.5M, with a median of AED 1M. A total of 35 listings are available. 20 properties have been listed for sale in Al Quoz over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 91% are verified and 46% are listed by SuperAgents.
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Al Khail Heights 5, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
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Al Khail Heights 7, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
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Al Quoz 1, Al Quoz, Dubai
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Residential building 02, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
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Al Khail Heights 7, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
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555 sqft
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Al Khail Heights 5, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
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Al Khail Heights 5, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
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Al Khail Heights 8, Al Khail Heights, Al Quoz, Dubai
155 sale transactions were recorded in Al Quoz over the past 12 months, marking a 23.6% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Al Quoz.
See all TransactionsAl Quoz puts everyday essentials within easy reach thanks to its central position between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Residents in Al Khail Gate can walk to fast-food chains like Chicking and KFC in under five minutes, while the specialty coffee shops and independent cafes clustered around Alserkal Avenue, including Tom & Serg, are a short drive away.
Al Quoz sits within reach of a diverse school corridor spanning British, American, CBSE, and IB curricula. The area is primarily industrial and commercial, so most schools sit in the neighboring communities, but several well-regarded options are accessible within a short drive.
Ambassador International Academy, located about 943 meters away, offers a mix of International Baccalaureate and UK curricula and holds a Good KHDA rating, with fees ranging from AED 47,000 to AED 93,000.
Oak Tree Primary School, roughly 1.2 kilometers away, follows the UK curriculum, with fees between AED 16,000 and AED 27,000.
Dewvale School, about 1.3 kilometers away, offers the Indian curriculum and carries an Acceptable KHDA rating, with fees ranging from AED 12,000 to AED 22,000.
For younger children, several nurseries operate near Al Quoz. Blossom Nursery Al Quoz accepts children from 45 days on the British EYFS framework, and Kids World Nursery in nearby Al Barsha serves toddlers aged one to four with a play-based approach.
For higher education, the American University in Dubai is roughly a ten-minute drive away in Dubai Media City with undergraduate and graduate programs, and Zayed University's Dubai campus is also within a short drive via Sheikh Zayed Road.
On-site schooling within Al Quoz itself remains limited given the area's commercial character, so most families factor in a brief commute for both early-years and university-level education.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambassador International Academy L.L.C | International Baccalaureate - UK* - UK/IB | 47K - 93K | 943 m | Good |
| Oak Tree Primary School | UK | 16K - 27K | 1.2 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Dewvale School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 22K | 1.3 km | Acceptable |
| Credence High School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 29K | 1.6 km | Very good |
| Springdales School L.L.C | UK - Indian | 19K - 46K | 1.7 km | Good |
| GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail L.L.C | UK | 52K - 110K | 2.4 km | Very good |
| GEMS New Millennium School L.L.C | UK - Indian | 23K - 34K | 2.5 km | Very good |
| GEMS International School Al Khail L.L.C | International Baccalaureate | 52K - 79K | 2.6 km | Good |
| The English College Dubai L.L.C | UK | 52K - 68K | 3.1 km | Very good |
| Clarion School L.L.C | American | 42K - 95K | 3.3 km | Good |
| Collegiate International School | American - International Baccalaureate | 39K - 71K | 3.4 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| BC Academy International School L.L.C | UK | 50K - 66K | 3.6 km | Not inspected yet |
| Horizon International School L.L.C | UK | 39K - 73K | 3.6 km | Very good |
| Emirates International School L.L.C. | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 39K - 82K | 3.8 km | Very good |
| GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch | UK | 44K - 56K | 3.9 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai International Private School - Br | American | 16K - 25K | 4.0 km | Good |
| Jumeirah College | UK | 79K - 99K | 4.0 km | Outstanding |
| Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz L.L.C | French | 40K - 69K | 4.0 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| GEMS Our Own Indian School | Indian | 7K - 15K | 4.0 km | Very good |
| Global Indian International School L.L.C | Indian | 23K - 42K | 4.1 km | Good |
| Safa British School | UK | 45K - 74K | 4.1 km | Very good |
| Raffles World Academy | International Baccalaureate | 34K - 94K | 4.3 km | Very good |
| Jumeirah English Speaking School | UK | 54K - 65K | 4.3 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai International Academy Albarsha | International Baccalaureate | 53K - 96K | 4.4 km | Very good |
| Kings School Dubai L.L.C | UK | 47K - 72K | 4.4 km | Outstanding |
| Al Ittihad Private School (Br) | American | 22K - 43K | 4.4 km | Good |
| Raffles International School L.L.C (Umm Suqeim South Br) | UK | 34K - 88K | 4.6 km | Very good |
| Smart Vision School | UK | 32K - 78K | 4.7 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Kings School Al Barsha L.L.C | UK | 58K - 115K | 4.7 km | Outstanding |
We're in Al Khail Heights, and it's much calmer than people expect from Al Quoz. Kids play outside, the pools are kept clean, and security actually calls before letting anyone up. We're 15 minutes from almost everything in Dubai.
2 months ago
It is a somewhat industrial area with heavy traffic during rush hours. It is also not very family-friendly, and the noise level can be quite high.
2 months ago
Al Khail Gate
No parking after 7pm. You have to calculate rent plus parking fines. Not easy to go out/in with the traffic in peak hours. Building has 4 entrance but 2 permenantly closed not a great place if you are a family
2 months ago
Al Khail Heights 3
I have been living here for the last two years, and my building and the other buildings in this community are calm and family-friendly. It is a very peaceful community, and I like walking here day or night and enjoying the fresh air and greenery. There is regular maintenance for every small detail, including the gym, swimming pools, solar systems, children's area, and green spaces. What makes it also a special place is that they beautifully decorate the buildings with proper lighting for different occasions, such as National Day, Diwali, New Year, and Ramadan. I feel safe here as the security system is highly organized. For example, no one can enter the building without providing their details, and they also call the apartment owner to confirm if they are expecting a visitor. To me, I feel like this is a VIP service here, as it is very important to me to know that the building I am living in is secure. Another major advantage is the location. Since the building is located in the center of Dubai, it is only 15-20 min away from many places, including the Burj Khalifa, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Hills Mall, Miracle Garden, Palm Jumeirah, Kite Beach, and much more. In addition, this building is accessible from four different roads: Sheik Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, Al Asayel Street, and First Al Khail Street. This reduces the time you spend in traffic and increases the time you spend with your family or friends.
7 months ago
Al Khail Gate
Apartments are spacious for a family to live. They are maintained well. The corridors of the floor stinks at times as there's no proper ventilation, they won't open the windows. The community is crowded and worse. If you are family, I would suggest this place should be your last preference. It's a good location for ease of access to malls and other social places. Parking after 10 to 11pm is a nightmare. Tenants are not given preference for parking. The west zone supermarket inside the community is super unhygienic and crowded. Don't even think about buying anything from there.
2 years ago
Al Khail Gate
If you have car, don't think to live here. Management don't care on parking problem. You can’t find parking at night time even you have parking sticker. Noisy, and terrible traffic at morning and night.
3 years ago
Al Khail Gate
It's just the location that's great here, and the connectivity. Parking is a nightmare. The management seems to encourage bachelors to rent given the amount is bed spaces and illegal parking.
3 years ago
Al Khail Heights
Al khail heights is a closed community with around 20 buildings almost. It’s well maintained with good security. The locality is family oriented . Children have their play areas . The 2 swimming pools in the community are well maintained. Parking is systematic. No noise and peaceful place if you are looking for staying in a calm environment. I have been staying here for 7 years almost. And I cant think of moving as this place has become home :)
3 years ago
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Al Quoz offers a mix of spacious villas and mid-rise apartments, especially in Al Khail Heights and Al Khail Gate. Property here is more affordable than in neighboring areas like Al Safa and Umm Suqeim, which makes it attractive for families and long-term residents. The residential stock splits between gated apartment communities managed by Dubai Properties Group and standalone villas spread across Al Quoz 1, 2, and 4.
Al Khail Gate and Al Khail Heights are the two main apartment communities. Al Khail Gate is a large, gated development with dozens of mid-rise buildings offering studios, one-, and two-bedroom units from roughly 330 sq ft to 1,210 sq ft, while Al Khail Heights has around 20 buildings with units from studios to three-bedroom apartments of about 386 sq ft up to 2,037 sq ft, plus a small cluster of five- and six-bedroom villas within its 1A phase.
Al Quoz 4 adds further apartment stock through the Wasl Crystal buildings by Wasl Asset Management, with studios, one-, and two-bedroom layouts. Shared amenities across these communities typically include pools, gyms, children's play areas, green spaces, 24-hour security, and on-site supermarkets and pharmacies, with Al Khail Heights offering two pools, landscaped walkways, and organized visitor access, and Al Khail Gate including a West Zone supermarket, clinics, and remittance services within the compound.
The majority of apartments for rent in Al Quoz and apartments for sale in Al Quoz are located in Al Khail Heights and Al Khail Gate. The most affordable units are studios, which are comparable to studios in neighboring Business Bay or Jumeirah Village Circle. Apartments in Al Khail Gate are particularly affordable, making them popular among those looking for budget-friendly apartments for rent in Dubai.
Al Quoz 1, 2, and 4 form the district's villa neighborhoods, predominantly standalone homes on private plots in three- to seven-bedroom configurations. Plot sizes vary widely, from around 3,000 sq ft in the more compact sections to over 16,000 sq ft for larger family compounds in Al Quoz 2.
Al Quoz 1 is largely residential, with wide internal roads, landscaped parks including Al Quoz Park (with jogging tracks and sports courts), and quiet streets suited to families, and many villas here feature traditional Arabian architecture with majlis areas, private gardens, maid's rooms, and shaded parking for several cars, though newer renovations have introduced more contemporary designs.
Villas for sale in Al Quoz and villas for rent in Al Quoz prices are noticeably lower than in adjacent Al Safa or Umm Suqeim, where similar-sized homes often command a premium for their beach proximity.
Al Quoz suits budget-conscious families, long-term residents, and creatives who value a central location and don't mind living alongside industrial activity. Al Khail Heights is a gated, family-friendly option with pools and security, while Al Khail Gate offers lower rents but has well-documented parking and crowding issues. It may not suit anyone who prefers walkable retail districts or manicured streetside greenery, and peak-hour traffic on Al Khail Road can be heavy.
Al Quoz's apartments for sale in Al Khail Heights trade at a relatively low price per square foot compared with neighboring Business Bay or Al Safa, with recent one-bedroom sales recorded in the AED 820,000 to AED 1.05 million range. Rental demand stays steady particularly in Al Khail Gate, and the combination of affordable entry prices and consistent occupancy can produce competitive gross yields. Returns vary by building and unit type, so it's worth comparing specific listings before committing. This is not financial advice.
Al Khail Heights in Al Quoz is a freehold community where property can be owned outright by residents and overseas buyers. Other parts of Al Quoz, including Al Khail Gate and the villa zones, are primarily leasehold, so it's worth verifying the title type for any specific plot or building before buying.
Al Khail Heights is a gated community of around 20 mid-rise buildings with pools, gyms, organized security, and systematic parking. Al Khail Gate is a much larger, denser complex managed by Dubai Properties Group that offers lower rents. Al Khail Heights is generally quieter and better maintained, while Al Khail Gate suits renters who prioritize affordability and don't own a car.
Al Quoz is served by the Onpassive metro station on the Red Line, roughly a five-minute drive from Al Khail Heights and Al Khail Gate. Several RTA bus stops, including the Al Khail Gate stops, sit within walking distance of the main residential communities and connect to the metro and other parts of Dubai.
Al Quoz is known for its unusual blend of industrial zones, residential communities, and creative spaces. It's home to Alserkal Avenue, one of Dubai's top cultural destinations, alongside art galleries, warehouses, boutique gyms, and local eateries.
Al Quoz is divided into residential zones (Al Quoz 1, 2, and 4) and industrial zones (Al Quoz Industrial 1 to 4). The residential areas offer villas and apartments, while the industrial zones host warehouses, workshops, and businesses.
Al Quoz is an Arabic word for a hard, elevated patch of ground or a rocky hillock. The name reflects the area's original desert terrain before it was developed into the mixed-use district it is today.
