Based on 2 community and 23 building reviews
Al Wasl is a well-established neighbourhood in the heart of Dubai, sitting north of Business Bay and south of Jumeirah, with Satwa and Downtown Dubai close by, and the Burj Khalifa often in view. It's a genuinely central spot, tying residents into the major roads and landmarks like the Dubai Mall and Jumeirah Beach without the density of the surrounding towers.
Running parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Wasl Road (D92), the community has strong connectivity in every direction. It's organised into several distinct sub-communities: the Canal Front Residences along the Dubai Water Canal, Eden House The Park, Safa One, Safa Gate, One Canal, Casa Canal, Mr. C Residences Downtown, Muraba Veil, and the long-established Al Wasl Villas along Al Wasl Road. That layout is part of the appeal, with everything from low-rise canal-front apartments to large freehold villas sitting within the same area.
Al Wasl tends to suit families who want a quieter pace without giving up access to the city, along with working professionals drawn to the short commute to Downtown Dubai and Business Bay. Business Bay Metro station is roughly a five-minute drive away, RTA bus routes run along Al Wasl Road toward Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, and beyond, and Liv Hospital sits within walking distance for medical needs, with Emirates Hospital and Medcare Hospital a short drive out.
Lifestyle is a big draw here. City Walk, Coca-Cola Arena, BoxPark, and Galleria Mall anchor the leisure offering; Mercato Beach is under ten minutes by car, and fitness options like Phy Club, Kaizen Pilates, Bodylines, and Helt Fitness are all close by. Schools such as Horizons English School, JSS Private School, Harrow International School, and Dubai British School Mira cover a range of curricula within a short drive.
Prices of properties for sale in Al Wasl range from AED 557.5K to AED 220M, with a median of AED 4.87M. A total of 1,249 listings are available. 684 properties have been listed for sale in Al Wasl over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 79% are verified and 83% are listed by SuperAgents.
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Canal Front Residence 5, Canal Front Residences, Al Wasl, Dubai
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Safa Gate, Al Wasl, Dubai
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Fern, Central Park at City Walk, City Walk, Al Wasl, Dubai
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Castleton, Central Park at City Walk, City Walk, Al Wasl, Dubai
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Laurel, Central Park at City Walk, City Walk, Al Wasl, Dubai
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Verve City Walk Tower A, Verve City Walk, City Walk, Al Wasl, Dubai
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Fern, Central Park at City Walk, City Walk, Al Wasl, Dubai
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City Walk Crestlane 5 Building B, City Walk Crestlane 5, City Walk Crestlane, City Walk, Al Wasl, Dubai
1,349 sale transactions were recorded in Al Wasl over the past 12 months, marking a 31.4% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Al Wasl.
See all TransactionsAl Wasl puts everyday essentials within easy reach thanks to its central position between Business Bay and Jumeirah. Liv Hospital is within walking distance of most buildings, lifestyle destinations like City Walk and BoxPark are a short drive away, and whether you need a quick coffee, a grocery run, or a gym session, the compact layout keeps most errands under ten minutes by car.
Legacy Cafe and Fynd coffee shop are both within walking distance of central Al Wasl, a seven- to eight-minute stroll along the quieter residential streets, and Starbucks is similarly close, a popular morning stop for residents heading out on foot.
For something more filling, Big Smoke Burger is about a two-minute drive, Myata Platinum Premium Lounge serves Russian and Uzbek cuisine under ten minutes by car, and Massimo's Italian Restaurant is in City Walk 2. A bit further out, Somewhere is a Middle Eastern and Mediterranean eatery and Three by Eva is a Jordanian and Levantine-inspired restaurant.
Al Wasl sits within one of Dubai's most established residential corridors, giving families convenient access to a range of curricula. British, American, and IB programs dominate the nearby school landscape, with several well-regarded institutions within a short drive, and the central position along Al Wasl Road means most can be reached in under ten minutes by car.
The Japanese School offers the Japanese curriculum for children in nursery up to Grade 9. Its annual fees range from AED 32,000 to 38,000 a year.
Horizon English School is one of the closest, follows the National Curriculum of England for children aged 3 to 11 (FS1 to Year 6). It holds an outstanding KHDA rating, sits within a short drive of the community, and charges roughly AED 32,000 to AED 44,000 a year, known for strong pastoral care and purpose-built facilities for primary-age children.
JSS Private School follows the CBSE curriculum and sits a short drive from Al Wasl along Al Safa Street. It carries a Very Good KHDA rating and offers one of the more affordable fee structures in the area, with tuition from around AED 12,000 a year, serving students from KG through Grade 12 as a long-standing institution in the Jumeirah corridor.
For younger children, several nurseries operate close to Al Wasl. VIK Montessori Nursery takes children from 45 days to four years on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, Kids Spot Nursery nearby on Al Wasl Road covers ages one to four on a Montessori-based approach, and the Ladybird nurseries run several locations within a short drive, with different programs for toddlers and pre-schoolers.
For higher education, the Canadian University Dubai and the University Of Modern Sciences in the Emirates are both within roughly ten minutes by car, in the Al Sufouh and Academic City areas respectively. There are no university campuses within Al Wasl itself, so residents heading to class will factor in a short commute, though the connectivity to Sheikh Zayed Road keeps travel times manageable.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese School | Japanese | 32K - 38K | 272 m | Good |
| JSS Private School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 26K | 394 m | Very good |
| Horizons English School L.L.C | UK | 32K - 44K | 728 m | Outstanding |
| Dubai British School Jumeira | UK | 44K - 70K | 924 m | Not inspected yet |
| Dubai British School Mira (Br Of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 51K - 70K | 924 m | Not inspected yet |
| Harrow International School L.L.C | UK | 80K - 110K | 924 m | Not inspected yet |
| Al Shurooq Private School | Ministry of Education | 8K - 13K | 2.0 km | Good |
| Jumeirah English Speaking School | UK | 54K - 65K | 2.0 km | Outstanding |
| Citizens School | UK | 42K - 85K | 2.1 km | Good |
| Al Ittihad Private School (Br) | American | 22K - 43K | 2.1 km | Good |
| Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz L.L.C | French | 40K - 69K | 2.3 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Safa British School | UK | 45K - 74K | 2.3 km | Very good |
| Global Indian International School L.L.C | Indian | 23K - 42K | 2.4 km | Good |
| GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch | UK | 44K - 56K | 2.7 km | Outstanding |
| Jumeira Baccalaureate School | International Baccalaureate | 64K - 96K | 2.7 km | Very good |
| GEMS Our Own Indian School | Indian | 7K - 15K | 2.7 km | Very good |
| Jumeirah College | UK | 79K - 99K | 2.8 km | Outstanding |
| Dubai International Private School - Br | American | 16K - 25K | 2.9 km | Good |
| Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 50K - 102K | 3.2 km | Very good |
| Clarion School L.L.C | American | 42K - 95K | 3.2 km | Good |
| The English College Dubai L.L.C | UK | 52K - 68K | 3.4 km | Very good |
| Credence High School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 29K | 4.7 km | Very good |
Al Wasl runs along Al Wasl Road in central Dubai, bordered by Jumeirah to the west, Safa to the south, and Business Bay to the east. There's no metro station within its boundaries, but residents can reach Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line within a short distance, which keeps daily commutes manageable even without a car.
Business Bay Metro Station is the closest rail link, roughly a fifteen-minute walk or a short drive from the heart of the community, with Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station next up, under five minutes by car, and Financial Centre and Emirates Towers stations a little further along Sheikh Zayed Road.
Bus coverage along the main corridors is solid: the Al Ittihad Health Center stop on Street 35 is within a three-minute walk for many residents, with further stops at Emarat Headquarters and Dubai Modern School serving routes toward Business Bay and Jumeirah, and the Street 35A and Safa Lufthansa stops rounding out the local options.
Taxis and ride-hailing through Careem and Uber are widely available, and pickups tend to be quick given the central location and well-connected streets.
Al Enjaaz Street runs through the community, feeding directly onto Al Wasl Road and, from there, to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, which makes it easy to head north toward Deira or south toward Dubai Marina and beyond. Parking is a mix of RTA-regulated street bays and dedicated lots: mosque visitor parking along the northern stretch, BoxPark parking for shoppers near Al Wasl Road, and numbered RTA paid-street zones throughout the residential streets south of the main road, so finding a spot is generally straightforward off-peak, with valet options like Sahara Valet near BoxPark adding convenience for the retail strip. The internal streets are fairly walkable for short errands, though the area lacks dedicated cycling lanes.
Getting out of Al Wasl is quick in most directions. Dubai Mall is roughly a ten-minute drive east via Al Safa Street, with Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa about the same, and the Jumeirah coastline and Mercato Beach a short five to seven minutes west. Dubai International Airport is around twenty minutes away via Sheikh Zayed Road or Al Khail Road depending on traffic, and Abu Dhabi is about an hour and fifteen minutes south on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Really central without the high-rise feel - low-rise villas and townhouses give a more residential, established neighborhood feel. Some internal roads/parking are tight, especially around older buildings
a month ago
I visited Al Wasl some time ago and found the area pleasant. It has a nice atmosphere, with plenty of cafes and restaurants around.
a month ago
City Walk
Visited on a Friday evening - lots of energy, families out, street performers. Not somewhere I'd pick for total peace and quiet but great for lifestyle/walkability.
a month ago
City Walk
Loove visiting this place, as it has some of the coolest hotspots in Dubai; Coca-cola arena where I attended lots of great concerts, and the Green Planet that made me feel like I'm in the jungle. Apart from that, it's genuinely nice to just walk through and eat somewhere.
a month ago
City Walk
Love that place. Nice to visit on the weekend. They have cafés, boutiques, and homes on the same street
a month ago
City Walk Residential Building 14
Best building
2 years ago
Al Wasl Building
I have come to notice that Al was properties is now becoming a racist especially among blacks. First time, someone came to check our apartment. It’s a family building and I live with my family,he asked for the Id
2 years ago
City Walk Residential Building 2B
I have been going to dubai for 8 years and this is by far the best location. Only two minutes from dubai mall and Burj khalifa, a few minutes from the beach. The neighborhood a dream it has everything you need and more. I will stay here again for sure
3 years ago
Al Wasl offers a broad mix of property types, from modern apartments to large villas, which makes it a flexible choice for a wide range of residents. Whether you're after a compact, low-maintenance flat or a spacious family home with room to grow, the neighbourhood has options that suit both individuals and families.
Al Wasl's apartment stock spans low-rise buildings facing the canal and newer mid-rise towers, giving the neighbourhood a residential scale that sets it apart from the high-rise corridors of neighbouring Business Bay and Downtown Dubai.
Canal Front Residences is the largest cluster, nine buildings developed by Meraas, with one- to four-bedroom units from roughly 820 sq ft to over 3,900 sq ft, many with direct Dubai Canal or Burj Khalifa views and shared pools, gyms, and landscaped podium gardens.
Eden House The Park adds further variety across several buildings, with one- to three-bedroom layouts from around 920 sq ft up past 4,900 sq ft, while Safa Gate offers more accessible entry points, including studios from about 390 sq ft alongside one- and two-bedroom apartments, and Safa One's two towers deliver two- and three-bedroom units of roughly 830 to 1,245 sq ft with park and canal outlooks.
At the premium end, Mr. C Residences Downtown provides two- and three-bedroom homes from about 2,300 sq ft, Casa Canal features three- to six-bedroom apartments from near 4,890 sq ft, Muraba Veil is an upcoming addition with two- to four-bedroom units of roughly 3,840 to 9,920 sq ft, and One Canal rounds out the ultra-luxury tier with three- to five-bedroom residences and penthouses, some above 8,900 sq ft.
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The Al Wasl Villas along Al Wasl Road are the community's established villa stock. These freehold homes run from six to seven-plus bedrooms, with built-up areas from around 10,000 sq ft up to over 12,800 sq ft on generous plots, and architectural styles that blend contemporary design with traditional Arabic influences, many of them extensively renovated or rebuilt into modern mansions with basements and rooftop terraces.
Compound villas within the enclave add communal pools, fitness centres, shared gardens, and 24-hour security, while individual homes typically feature private gardens, covered parking, maid's rooms, and driver's quarters.
The enclave sits within walking distance of BoxPark and Galleria Mall and a short drive from City Walk and Jumeirah Beach.
Villa pricing starts around AED 27 million and extends above AED 135 million for the largest mansions, placing the neighbourhood at a premium next to villa communities in Jumeirah and Al Safa, where entry-level villas generally begin lower.
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Al Wasl's penthouse inventory is concentrated in the area's ultra-luxury developments. One Canal offers duplex penthouses with five or more bedrooms and layouts reaching around 8,960 sq ft, with dual-aspect views of the canal and the skyline, while Casa Canal lists penthouses with up to six bedrooms and over 29,400 sq ft of living space, among the most exclusive residences on the waterfront.
Canal Front Residence 7 includes a double-height penthouse with three to four bedrooms and around 2,860 sq ft. These homes typically come with private terraces, premium finishes by international design firms, and access to building-wide amenities such as concierge, pools, and private lobbies.
Penthouse pricing starts in the mid-AED 14 million range at Canal Front Residences and climbs past AED 199 million at Casa Canal, reflecting the larger footprints and canal-front positioning that set them apart from penthouse options in Downtown Dubai.
Al Wasl suits families and professionals seeking a quiet, central area near Downtown Dubai, Jumeirah Beach, and Dubai Mall. It offers a low rise setting with easy access to City Walk and BoxPark.
Al Wasl offers properties from around AED 1.3 million for studios in Safa Gate to AED 220 million for luxury penthouses in One Canal and Casa Canal. Canal Front Residences record around AED 2,600 to AED 3,800 per sq ft.
Yes, Al Wasl is predominantly freehold, with villas and apartments available to residents and overseas buyers.
Al Wasl has no metro station within the area. Business Bay station is about five minutes away by car, while Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station is under 10 minutes away.
Yes. Over 20 schools are within five kilometres, including Horizons English School, Jumeirah English Speaking School, and GEMS Jumeira Primary School. Parks and daily amenities are also nearby.
Al Wasl offers a quieter, lower-density setting with villas and low-rise apartments. Business Bay has more high-rise homes and affordable options, starting from around AED 350,000.
Al Wasl means "the connection" in Arabic, reflecting its location between Jumeirah, Satwa, Business Bay, and Downtown Dubai.
Yes, many villas and newer buildings allow pets. Nearby Safa Park also provides space for dog walking, but residents should confirm building-specific pet policies.
