Based on 6 community and 5 building reviews
International City is one of Dubai’s most affordable residential communities. Nakheel developed it to house over 60,000 residents across an expansive 800-hectare master plan. The area is known for its culturally inspired design, with low-rise buildings grouped into clusters themed after various countries, including Greece, Persia, China, France, and Italy. Each cluster features its unique façade, lending the neighborhood a distinct and eclectic charm.
Designed with affordability in mind, International City attracts a wide mix of residents, from working professionals and small families to students and long-term expats. The area is particularly appealing due to its competitive rental prices, full range of amenities, and relaxed, suburban feel. It’s also home to one of Dubai’s largest shopping destinations, Dragon Mart, which adds to the convenience and liveliness of the community.
With easy access to major highways like E311 and E44, International City is close to key districts such as Dubai Silicon Oasis, Academic City, Al Warqa, and Mirdif, making it a practical and well-connected choice for everyday living.
Prices of properties for sale in International City range from AED 209.7K to AED 53M, with a median of AED 750K. A total of 526 listings are available. 259 properties have been listed for sale in International City over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 42% are verified and 34% are listed by SuperAgents.
2
3
1,032 sqft
Apartment
Riviera Dreams, CBD (Central Business District), International City, Dubai
studio
1
479 sqft
Apartment
Building S12, Spain Cluster, International City, Dubai
1
2
669 sqft
Apartment
Petalz By Danube 2, Petalz by Danube, International City, Dubai
1,756 sale transactions were recorded in International City over the past 12 months, marking a 9.6% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in International City.
See all TransactionsInternational City is located in the Al Warsan region, opposite the Dubai Central Fruit and Vegetable Market. It sits along the E311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road) and E44 (Al Awir Road), offering residents easy access to Dubai’s major districts. There is no metro station directly in International City. However, Centrepoint Station (Red Line) and Etisalat by e& Station (Green Line) are the closest. RTA buses connect these stations to the community. Multiple buses take you from International City to other areas in Dubai. Here are the buses: Most apartment buildings in International City offer open or ground-level parking. In crowded places like Dragon Mart, public parking is available but can get full on weekends.
International City has 13 coffee shops, 20 restaurants and 16 fast food venues within a 1 km radius
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Scholars School | UK - UK/BTEC | 1.6 km | Not inspected yet | |
| Newlands School | UK | 21K - 40K | 2.0 km | Good |
| Sharjah American International Private School - Dubai Branch | American | 18K - 45K | 2.4 km | Good |
| International Academic School | American | 15K - 28K | 2.4 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Primus Private School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 25K | 2.5 km | Good |
| Ignite School L.L.C | American | 29K - 45K | 2.8 km | Acceptable |
| International School of Arts & Sciences L.L.C | American | 24K - 33K | 2.9 km | Good |
| Our Own High School - Dubai Branch | Indian | 8K - 16K | 3.0 km | Good |
| Cedar School L.L.C | UK | 25K - 44K | 3.0 km | Acceptable |
| Kings School Nad Al Sheba L.L.C | UK | 43K - 108K | 3.3 km | Very good |
| GEMS Al Khaleej International School - Dubai Branch | American - International Baccalaureate | 34K - 63K | 3.4 km | Good |
| GEMS Our Own English High School | Indian | 8K - 17K | 3.5 km | Very good |
| GEMS Modern Academy | Indian - Indian/IB | 31K - 74K | 3.6 km | Outstanding |
| International School of Creative Science Nad Alshiba L.L.C | UK | 34K - 66K | 3.8 km | Good |
| The City School International Private | UK | 15K - 36K | 3.8 km | Good |
| Repton School | UK/IB | 57K - 103K | 3.8 km | Outstanding |
| GEMS Founders School Nad Al Hamar (Br of FZEGEMS Wellington Academy) - Dubai Branch | UK | 4.3 km | Not inspected yet | |
| Vernus International Primary School - FZCO | American | 36K - 45K | 4.7 km | Acceptable |
| The School of Research Science US High School L.L.C | American | 60K - 70K | 4.9 km | Acceptable |
| The School of Research Science L.L.C | UK - UK* | 37K - 80K | 5.0 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
We visit International City frequently to sample the various Chinese restaurants. Many offer authentic regional cuisine at incredibly affordable prices, providing great value for money. It is definitely worth the weekend drive for a meal with friends. While parking and congestion used to be a major hurdle, the recent switch to a paid RTA system has started to alleviate the issue. For those who enjoy cooking Asian cuisine, the Asian grocery stores in the China Clusters are excellent for sourcing ingredients. We also love stopping by Dragon Mart. It remains the ultimate one-stop destination for building materials and hardware at a great price for DIY.
5 months ago
This is a foodie’s dream—offering a great selection of affordable restaurants, cafés, and minimarts. Catering more to bachelors, the community has a vintage vibe, though some units may be upgraded to match modern aesthetics.
5 months ago
At least for me, International City just doesn’t click. It’s affordable compared to the rest of Dubai, and there’s a residential aspect, but the area feels crowded, a bit chaotic, and traffic on the main roads can get messy. Public transport is limited, so most people rely on a car or taxis, and parking isn’t always easy. On the plus side, if you like authentic food, there are lots of great Chinese restaurants, which gives the place some character. Still, overall it feels more functional than enjoyable, and it doesn’t have the kind of community or vibe you find in other parts of Dubai. If you’re looking for cheap rent and don’t mind compromises, it works, but personally, it’s not somewhere I’d want to spend much time or call home.
5 months ago
Great place but the only issue was the parking
5 months ago
International City has many clusters and some are just for bachelors and some for specific nationals like pakistan or china, Some clusters like France and Spain is for families, CBD is also good for families, alot of restraunt and salons, even groceries and supermarkets.
5 months ago
International city is one of the most affordable residential community in Dubai. You can see many different clusters of buildings with different architecture. It has good walking area, pet friendly. Has most of the hospitals, restaurants in the vicinity. Many schools are located near this area and easy to commute, so attracted by families with school going children. A part of this area gets bad smell most of the time and not preferred by most of the families. Has ample parking spaces.
5 months ago
Building X11
Good locations
2 months ago
Building U15
We have parking problem ,it's a daily problem for us to find parking near to hour home .
3 years ago
Building U15
I am not much satisfied.. building needs more cleanininess...not cleaning on daliy basis .due to many cockroaches are here .
3 years ago
Warsan Village
New residential place in the International City is under construction by Nakheel. It will be affordable and comfortable place to live. Residence is consisting from townhoses with 3 bed room, open community pool, shopping plaza, administration building and walking promenade. Place is in 15 minutes drive from Burj Khalifa.
11 years ago
CBD (Central Business District)
CBD 4 is a really good building. Especially in International City where people thinks its a bit of a shabby community. The building has full facility and allows only families to stay which makes it not crowded. the pool has a kids and adult area. The roof top allows you to do barbeque (party) as long as you tell security. The gym is not crowded at all and well equipped. the tenants are nice and friendly. If you take the bus, the bus stop is nearby. Groceries and restaurants are plenty. The apartments are good sized with closed kitchens which is awesome. For our 1BR before, we have 2 balconies but both from the bedroom side.
11 years ago
International City primarily consists of low-rise apartment buildings, with architecture themed after countries. The community is organized into 10 clusters: Greece, Persia, Spain, Morocco, Italy, England, France, Russia, China, and the Emirates, each reflecting distinctive regional styles. The Central Business District (CBD) lies at the core and includes residential and commercial properties.
Studios and 1-bedroom apartments dominate the market, making the area ideal for singles and couples looking for cheap flats for rent in Dubai. However, there are also 2- and 3-bedroom apartments suitable for small families. The community offers furnished and unfurnished units with affordable options for both renters and buyers.
Explore:
Although limited, villas and townhouses can be found in Warsan Village, a sub-community adjacent to International City. These properties are available for rent and sale and are better suited to families seeking more space.
