Umm Al Sheif sits in western Dubai between Al Wasl, Al Safa, and Umm Suqeim, with Sheikh Zayed Road running along its southern edge. It reads far more suburban than the tower districts a few minutes away, thanks to generous plots and a low-density layout. Mature landscaping and garden walls do the rest, and from several streets you can catch the Burj Al Arab to the west.
Housing is mainly villa-based. Umm Al Sheif Villas makes up most of the stock, with large individually designed homes ranging from traditional Arabic to contemporary builds on plots of 15,000 sq ft and above. Emirates Oasis Villas is a smaller compound-style enclave on the eastern side, and a handful of low-rise apartment buildings run along the edges closer to Al Wasl Road.
Families are the core residents, drawn by the abundance of schools, and retirees and senior professionals pick it for the calmer pace of life.
Equiti Metro Station on the Red Line is just over a kilometer out, with RTA bus stops covering Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road.
Prices of properties for sale in Umm Al Sheif range from AED 15M to AED 148M, with a median of AED 60M. A total of 14 listings are available. 8 properties have been listed for sale in Umm Al Sheif over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 93% are verified and 86% are listed by SuperAgents.
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14 sale transactions were recorded in Umm Al Sheif over the past 12 months, marking a 22.2% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Umm Al Sheif.
See all TransactionsUmm Al Sheif sits between Al Wasl, Al Safa, and Umm Suqeim in western Dubai, with Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) running along its eastern edge and Jumeirah Beach Road accessible to the west. From here, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and Dubai International Airport are each roughly a 20-minute drive away, while Mall of the Emirates is around 15 minutes by car.
The streets stay relatively light on traffic because the area is low-density and largely residential. Mature landscaping softens the setting, and Equiti Metro Station on the Red Line gives residents a practical rail link across the city without needing to drive.
Costa Coffee and The Acai Spot are both within walking distance at roughly 750 metres from the centre of the community, so they're easy morning stops. McDonald's is under a one-minute drive away, and Lemon Tree Cafe sits just beside it for lighter bites. Subway is also within walking distance, and a second McDonald's branch is about a one-minute drive further by car.
If you want a proper sit-down meal, Sardina is roughly a five-minute drive toward Umm Suqeim. Belgian Beer Cafe is about a five-minute drive along Al Wasl Road and serves European pub-style food. Bu Qtair is around a five-minute drive toward Jumeirah Beach, while Yalu Jiang Barbecue is about a seven-minute drive away near Al Barsha.
Umm Al Sheif sits in an area where British and American curricula are common, and a few campuses also offer IB programs. That gives families several solid options without long school runs. Its position between Al Barsha and Jumeirah also helps keep commute times manageable for most age groups.
Horizon International School is within the community and follows the British curriculum and holds a KHDA "Very Good" rating. The campus is within Umm Al Sheif and serves students from Foundation Stage through to Year 13, with strong programs and a broad range of extracurricular activities.
Emirates International School operates an IB curriculum and carries a KHDA "Very Good" rating. It's also within the community and is just next to Emirates Oasis Villas and serves students from early years through the IB Diploma Programme, with a focus on inquiry-based learning.
Kings' School Dubai delivers the British curriculum with a KHDA "Outstanding" rating. The school is under five minutes by car, runs from Foundation Stage 1 through Year 6, and is well known for its strong community feel and well-resourced facilities.
Several nurseries serve Umm Al Sheif and the surrounding neighborhoods. British Rose and Evergreen Early Learning Centre is within the community, and other options are available nearby in Umm Suqeim, such as Kiddy Planet Nursery, Kids Palace Nursery, and First Steps Nursery.
These all accept children from 45 days to four years old and follow the British EYFS framework, while Jumeirah International Nursery offers places for toddlers from 12 months in a nearby location along Al Wasl Road. Both are about a five-minute drive from the community.
For higher education, the American University in Dubai is roughly a ten-minute drive away in Al Sufouh, and the University of Wollongong in Dubai is accessible within a similar drive via Sheikh Zayed Road. There aren't any on-site university options within Umm Al Sheif itself, but Knowledge Park and Al Sufouh keep commutes brief for university students.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon International School L.L.C | UK | 39K - 73K | 64 m | Very good |
| Emirates International School L.L.C. | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 39K - 82K | 268 m | Very good |
| Kings School Dubai L.L.C | UK | 47K - 72K | 1.0 km | Outstanding |
| Raffles International School L.L.C (Umm Suqeim South Br) | UK | 34K - 88K | 1.2 km | Very good |
| Raffles World Academy | International Baccalaureate | 34K - 94K | 1.2 km | Very good |
| Collegiate International School | American - International Baccalaureate | 39K - 71K | 2.0 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Dubai International Academy Albarsha | International Baccalaureate | 53K - 96K | 2.1 km | Very good |
| BC Academy International School L.L.C | UK | 50K - 66K | 2.2 km | Not inspected yet |
| Smart Vision School | UK | 32K - 78K | 2.9 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Al Arqm Private School | Ministry of Education | 9K - 18K | 3.1 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai National School L.L.C | American | 24K - 40K | 3.1 km | Good |
| Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha L.L.C | American | 16K - 25K | 3.2 km | Good |
| GEMS Wellington International School - Dubai Branch | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 48K - 103K | 3.2 km | Outstanding |
| GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch | American - International Baccalaureate | 66K - 93K | 4.0 km | Outstanding |
| Next Generation School L.L.C | American | 25K - 49K | 4.1 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| American School Dubai | American | 61K - 89K | 4.3 km | Good |
| The International School of Choueifat | SABIS (UK/US) | 22K - 42K | 4.4 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai College | UK | 97K - 110K | 4.4 km | Outstanding |
| Ambassador International Academy L.L.C | International Baccalaureate - UK* - UK/IB | 47K - 93K | 4.5 km | Good |
| Oak Tree Primary School | UK | 16K - 27K | 4.6 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Dewvale School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 22K | 4.7 km | Acceptable |
| Credence High School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 29K | 5.0 km | Very good |
Umm Al Sheif sits between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), so residents have direct access to two of Dubai's main arterials. There isn't a metro station inside the community, but Equiti Metro Station on the Red Line is within walking distance for most residents, roughly a 13-minute walk or a two-minute drive away. That, plus several bus stops along the local streets, means many daily commutes can work without a car, even though plenty of households still keep one for convenience.
Equiti Metro Station on the Red Line is the closest metro station to Umm Al Sheif. It is reachable in about a two-minute drive or a 13-minute walk from the center of the community. Mall of the Emirates Metro Station, also on the Red Line, is roughly a five-minute drive south and connects to the wider network.
Several RTA bus stops serve the neighborhood directly. Umm Sheif 2, Umm Suqeim 19A St, and TV Relay Station 2 are all within about a five-minute walk, while Equiti Metro Bus Stop Seaside and Gulf Insurance Company are about a two-minute drive on the eastern side. These routes connect riders to the Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, and onward to the Jumeirah coastal strip.
Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Careem and Uber are easy to use here because the street grid makes pickup straightforward. Wait times are typically short thanks to the area's central position between the beach and the main highway.
Umm Al Sheif has a local road network connecting to Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road. Access to Sheikh Zayed Road is less than a five-minute drive from most villas.
Paid street parking managed by RTA is widely available. Bays labeled 367C, 367CP, 363C, and 366C line many of the internal streets, and Imam Parking adds more capacity near the eastern edge. EV drivers will find a designated green-vehicle-only parking bay near the Gold & Diamond Park entrance. In practice, daytime parking is usually straightforward because the area is mainly residential rather than commercial.
Mall of the Emirates is roughly a five-minute drive south along Sheikh Zayed Road. Heading northeast on E11, Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa area can be reached in about 15 minutes outside peak hours.
Jumeirah Public Beach is about a five-minute drive west, and Kite Beach is roughly a ten-minute drive. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is around 25 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, while Abu Dhabi is approximately an hour's drive along E11. Palm Jumeirah sits roughly 15 minutes to the northwest, accessible via the Al Sufouh Road interchange.
Umm Al Sheif is almost entirely a villa community, with large homes on individually plotted lots along quiet, tree-shaded streets. The two main clusters are Umm Al Sheif Villas and Emirates Oasis Villas, and together they cover a mix of classic Arabic and modern contemporary architecture.
Most homes have four to seven-plus bedrooms, with built-up areas of roughly 11,000–15,000 sq ft on plots of 14,800–40,000 sq ft. Private gardens, boundary walls, covered parking, and independent entrances are standard here.
Umm Al Sheif sits firmly in the ultra-premium villa bracket, with fewer but larger homes. Umm Suqeim has a slightly wider price band for villas, which makes Umm Al Sheif the pricier option for buyers who want maximum plot size and privacy.
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Only a small number of low-rise apartment buildings sit within Umm Al Sheif, which keeps the area heavily tilted toward villa living. These buildings usually rise three to four storeys and match the neighborhood's lower-density residential character. Layouts are generally one- to three-bedroom units. Current availability of apartments for rent in Umm Al Sheif remains limited, which reflects the community's clear focus on villas.
Umm Al Sheif is popular among families and professionals for its peaceful setting, mature trees, spacious villas, and access to top schools and shopping destinations.
Umm Al Sheif is located in the western part of Dubai, bordered by Al Wasl, Al Safa, and Umm Suqeim, and near Sheikh Zayed Road for easy access to key locations.
Umm Al Sheif suits families and retirees who want a quiet, low-density neighborhood with large villas, private gardens, and mature tree-lined streets. The community is close to top-rated schools like Kings School Dubai and Emirates International School, and daily errands are easy with supermarkets and cafes nearby.
Umm Al Sheif is a premium villa community where sale prices range from AED 15M to AED 148M, with a median around AED 35M. The area's scarcity of plots, proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road, and strong school catchment support long-term capital appreciation. Returns vary significantly by plot size and property condition, so buyers should compare specific villas for sale in Umm Al Sheif before committing.
The nearest of these is Mall of the Emirates Metro Station on the Red Line, a stop roughly a five-minute drive from most villas in the community. Equiti Metro Station is also accessible, about a kilometre from the northern edge of the neighborhood. Feeder buses connect directly to the metro, making car-free commuting practical for daily trips.
Umm Al Sheif is smaller, quieter, and more exclusively villa-focused, whereas Umm Suqeim stretches closer to the beach and includes a wider mix of property types along with beachside dining at spots like Bu Qtair. Umm Al Sheif tends to command higher median prices due to larger plot sizes, while Umm Suqeim offers more variety in budget and lifestyle.
Umm Al Sheif translates roughly to "mother of the slope" in Arabic, a reference to the gentle terrain of the area. The name reflects the community's historical geography before modern development reshaped the landscape.
