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The World Trade Center sits in central Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road, and it takes its name from the landmark Dubai World Trade Centre tower that helped put the city on the map. This is a mixed-use district, so office towers, exhibition halls, hotels, and residential buildings all share the same few blocks. That gives the area a busy weekday pace, while weekends feel quieter and more hotel-led.
The community breaks into a few distinct pockets. Trade Centre Second holds the original DWTC complex along with buildings like AHS Tower. World Trade Centre Residence is the main residential cluster and is anchored by Jumeirah Living. On the Za'abeel side, One Central and Zentral DWTC bring in newer office and hospitality space.
The apartments at the Dubai World Trade Centre sit right by the exhibition halls and add larger family-sized rentals. Even with those different sections, the whole area forms a compact grid that's easy to cover on foot.
This part of Dubai mainly suits working professionals, executives on assignment, and investors looking for a central address with reliable tenant demand. Families do live here, especially in the larger three-bedroom homes at The Apartments and Jumeirah Living, but the area makes more sense for people who want a short commute to DIFC, Downtown Dubai, or the exhibition halls than for anyone after a suburban setup. Freehold ownership is open to foreign buyers within Jumeirah Living and select towers, which widens the investor pool.
The landmarks around the World Trade Center shape daily life here. The Museum of the Future sits at its doorstep. One & Only One Za'abeel and Siro Towers are nearby, while Emirates Towers, DIFC, and Za'abeel Park are all within walking distance or a short drive. The World Trade Centre metro station on the Red Line runs through the community, and Sheikh Zayed Road puts Dubai International Airport roughly fifteen minutes away by car and Dubai Marina about twenty.
Prices of properties for sale in World Trade Center range from AED 3M to AED 10.5M, with a median of AED 5M. A total of 23 listings are available. 8 properties have been listed for sale in World Trade Center over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 100% are verified and 96% are listed by SuperAgents.
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
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Jumeirah Living, World Trade Centre Residence, World Trade Center, Dubai
32 sale transactions were recorded in World Trade Center over the past 12 months, marking a 37.3% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in World Trade Center.
See all TransactionsLiving in World Trade Center means being close to several attractions while daily errands remain simple. The Museum of the Future is right at your doorstep, Emirates Towers Metro is a walk away, and you can get to DIFC's gallery corridor or the Dubai World Trade Centre exhibition halls in minutes. Coffee shops, salons, clinics, and supermarkets are built into the surrounding towers, so you won't need long drives for everyday basics.
There are several cafes here. Farmers, La Gente, Mokha 1450, Sheen Specialty, and a Starbucks are all clustered together inside the same complex. Illy and a second Starbucks sit another two to three minutes along the route, so grabbing something before work doesn't take much planning.
For a sit-down meal, Trouvaille is the closest option at about five minutes on foot, with all-day plates in a relaxed café setting. Joe & The Juice on the DIFC side is also about five minutes' walk and works well for cold-pressed drinks and sandwiches. If you're heading out for dinner, Zuma in Gate Village is roughly a two-minute drive or a seven-minute walk away. LPM Restaurant & Bar is a short three-minute drive for French Riviera cooking.
World Trade Center doesn't have major school campuses on its own doorstep, so most families commute into Zabeel, Oud Metha, or Al Wasl. The nearest group of schools leans British and American, with Indian and IB options also within a ten- to fifteen-minute drive. Annual fees across the closest schools generally range from about AED 25,000 to AED 90,000 depending on curriculum and year group.
Jumeira Baccalaureate School is about a ten- to twelve-minute drive away. It offers the English National Curriculum through primary years and has a long-standing KHDA reputation. Fees sit in the mid-range for British schools in Dubai, and the compact campus is a common choice for families working in DIFC and Downtown.
Al Shurooq Private School is a common option and takes around a twelve-minute drive. This Arabic-medium day school in Jumeirah, Dubai, offers education from Kindergarten 1 (KG1) to Grade 12. It follows the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education (MoE) curriculum.
Horizon English School is one of the closest British curriculum primary schools, reachable in roughly a ten-minute drive from the trade center towers. It has a strong KHDA rating and a settled, family-run feel, which keeps waiting lists long for early years places.
Odyssey Nursery in Al Wasl and Blossom Downtown Nursery are both a short drive from World Trade Center and take children from roughly 45 days up to four years, following British early years frameworks. Emirates British Nursery in Umm Suqeim is another option within a ten-minute drive for families who want an EYFS-based program.
World Trade Center itself does not host a university campus, but Zayed University's Dubai campus and the higher education cluster in Academic City are both reachable by car, and several executive education providers operate out of DIFC next door. Schooling inside the community is limited, so if you live here with children, you'll need to plan for a daily school run into nearby districts.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 50K - 102K | 946 m | Very good |
| Jumeira Baccalaureate School | International Baccalaureate | 64K - 96K | 2.2 km | Very good |
| Al Shurooq Private School | Ministry of Education | 8K - 13K | 2.7 km | Good |
| DEWA Academy | Ministry of Education/BTEC | 2.9 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 | |
| Ambassador School | Indian | 23K - 46K | 3.2 km | Very good |
| The Apple International Community School | UK | 19K - 26K | 3.6 km | Acceptable |
| New Academy School | American | 9K - 25K | 3.7 km | Good |
| Japanese School | Japanese | 32K - 38K | 3.9 km | Good |
| Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou School Oud Metha | French | 31K | 3.9 km | Outstanding |
| Glendale International School LLC | UK | 42K - 58K | 4.0 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai Gem Private School | UK | 14K - 28K | 4.0 km | Good |
| JSS Private School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 26K | 4.1 km | Very good |
| Al Rashid Al Saleh Private School | Ministry of Education | 9K - 19K | 4.1 km | Good |
| Lycee Francais International | French | 29K - 62K | 4.1 km | Outstanding |
| Himayah School For Education Girls - Al Karama | Ministry of Education | 4.2 km | Acceptable | |
| The Indian High School | Indian | 6K - 10K | 4.2 km | Very good |
| Dubai English Speaking School | UK | 43K - 53K | 4.3 km | Outstanding |
| Horizons English School L.L.C | UK | 32K - 44K | 4.4 km | Outstanding |
| St. Mary Catholic High School - Dubai | UK | 7K - 16K | 4.4 km | Good |
| Pakistan Education Academy | Pakistani | 7K - 9K | 4.5 km | Acceptable |
| English Language Private School | UK | 5K - 12K | 4.6 km | Acceptable |
| Dubai British School Jumeira | UK | 44K - 70K | 4.6 km | Not inspected yet |
| Dubai British School Mira (Br Of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 51K - 70K | 4.6 km | Not inspected yet |
| Harrow International School L.L.C | UK | 80K - 110K | 4.6 km | Not inspected yet |
Sheikh Zayed Road runs straight through World Trade Center, which is a big reason the area works so well for commuters. It links downtown Dubai to the coast and connects north toward Sharjah and south toward Abu Dhabi. The community also has its own metro station on the Red Line, so plenty of short city-center trips don't require a car.
The World Trade Center metro station on the Red Line is the nearest rail stop, roughly a three-minute drive or a sixteen-minute walk from most residential towers. Emirates Towers station comes next at about two minutes by car or eight minutes on foot. Max Station is reachable in around four minutes by car, and Financial Centre Station takes a similar amount of time. All four stops sit on the Red Line, with direct links to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall, Business Bay, and points farther south.
Buses cover the area through stops at Emirates Tower 2 and the Museum of the Future, both within a two- to three-minute drive and useful for Sheikh Zayed Road and Financial Centre connections.
Emirates Tower 1, the seaside and landside bus stops for Emirates Tower metro, and the Gate Village stop at DIFC extend that coverage into the surrounding business districts. The Financial Centre Al Attar Tower stop adds another local option. Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Careem and Uber are easy to find along the main service roads at any hour.
Drivers can easily access Sheikh Zayed Road, while 2nd December Street provides a direct route toward the west and south. Al Mustaqbal Street offers another convenient route for drivers heading toward key areas of Dubai.
Parking here relies on a mix of paid public bays and dedicated garages. The Museum of the Future paid parking and valet are the nearest structured options, both within a three-minute drive. Winter Garden Parking, Hutong valet, and several DIFC valet parking areas help cover office and restaurant visits. Standard paid zones marked 335AP, 336AP, and 337AP are spread across the district, and a pick-and-drop bay near the metro handles quick stops.
The area is fairly practical on foot too. Sidewalks run along the main avenues, and the Museum of the Future promenade gives you a comfortable pedestrian route. By car, Dubai Mall is roughly a six-minute drive, DIFC is under two minutes, La Mer and the Jumeirah coast take about eight to ten minutes, Dubai International Airport is around fifteen minutes on a clear run, and the Sharjah border is typically twenty-five to thirty minutes depending on traffic.
Jumeirah Living
Valet, security, reception and maintenance staff, are the best you can meet, so helpful and so friendly. Don't ever rent or buy beyond 30th floor, as this part of building is only served by 2 elevators out of 4 and wait time is almost 10 minutes all day long, not only on peak hours. There is an extra service elevator but unfortunately you find staff bumping in normal guests ones... Now, reception is being remodelled, hopefully for thr better, but, half part has been closed for almost 4 months, and now the second half s started. Pool was renovated and was closed for almost 5 months And club house/ restaurant is still closed for maintenance and renovation, and in the meantime moved temporary to an appartment. It seems that time doesn't have a value for management, and pool was supposed to reopen in September, and was opened until now, mid December. Works go on so slow, and totally miscoordinated...
3 years ago
The Apartments Dubai World Trade Centre A
Its a super chill place to get lit and skate at. Been here for 10 years.
10 years ago
The World Trade Center is mostly commercial, so the residential side stays fairly compact and tower-based. Most homes sit in a small number of mid- and high-rise buildings along Sheikh Zayed Road and just off it.
Apartments make up most of the stock, with some duplexes and hotel apartments adding variety. People usually choose the area for the direct metro link, the walkable access to DIFC, and the central address.
Apartments in the World Trade Center are spread across buildings such as Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residence and AHS Tower in Trade Centre Second. Sizes run from studios of around 400 sqft to two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes that stretch past 4,000 sqft in the larger Jumeirah Living layouts.
Most interiors include floor-to-ceiling glazing, fitted kitchens, built-in wardrobes, and balconies looking toward Burj Khalifa or Sheikh Zayed Road. Building facilities usually include a pool, gym, concierge, and covered parking.
At Jumeirah Living, sale prices currently span at the higher end of Dubai's real estate market. That puts it above neighboring Business Bay and below prime DIFC pricing.
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If you're specifically looking for duplexes, Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residence is the main building to know. These two-level homes usually come in two- and three-bedroom layouts, with plot sizes around 1,850 to 2,110 sqft. You also get double-height living areas, private balconies, and views over Sheikh Zayed Road toward Downtown Dubai.
Units are commonly delivered fully furnished or in renovated condition, and residents share tower amenities, including a pool, gym, and full concierge service.
Hotel apartments are a big part of the World Trade Center's identity as a corporate address. They suit business travelers using the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and executives working nearby. The Apartments Dubai World Trade Centre A offers serviced two- and three-bedroom units of roughly 1,464 to 1,798 sqft, with hotel-style housekeeping, on-site parking, and easy access to the World Trade Centre Metro Station.
The World Trade Center sits on Sheikh Zayed Road in the heart of Dubai, next to Za'abeel and between DIFC and Downtown Dubai. The Trade Centre Roundabout links the area to Jumeirah, Bur Dubai, and Deira, so most of the city is a short drive away.
World Trade Centre Metro Station on the Red Line serves the area directly, and Emirates Towers and Max stations are also within easy reach. Several RTA bus routes run through the Trade Centre Roundabout, and taxis are available at all hours.
World Trade Center is mostly mixed-use, with apartments in high-rise towers ranging from studios to three-bedroom units. Serviced residences at Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residence are a popular choice for professionals and business travelers who want a hotel-style setup.
Families have around 23 schools within 5 km, including Jumeira Baccalaureate School and Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou School. Curricula cover UK, IB, French, American, and Indian programs, with fees averaging roughly AED 33,000 a year.
The Museum of the Future is about a five-minute walk away. The Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Frame are all a short drive away, and DIFC's galleries and Za'abeel Park sit right on the doorstep for weekend outings.
Most residential towers include dedicated basement or podium parking for residents. Visitors can use paid lots around the DWTC complex, plus valet at hotels like Ibis, Novotel, and Conrad, though spaces fill up quickly during major exhibitions.
The area has around 29 coffee shops and 10 restaurants within a 4 km radius. Options range from casual spots like Joe & The Juice, Pret A Manger, and %Arabica to fine dining at Zuma, LPM, and Bread Ahead near DIFC.
Most residential towers include gyms, pools, and spa facilities on site. Za'abeel Park is a short drive away for jogging tracks and green space, and DIFC has several boutique fitness studios within walking distance.
Jumeirah Beach and La Mer are both roughly a 15-minute drive via Sheikh Zayed Road or Al Wasl Road. Kite Beach is a similar distance for anyone after water sports or a casual beach day.
The World Trade Center works best for working professionals, business executives, and couples who want a short commute to DIFC, Downtown, or Business Bay and value metro access from World Trade Center station. It's less suited to families looking for villa communities, quiet streets, or beachside living, because the area is dense, high-rise, and commercial in character.
World Trade Center draws steady tenant demand from professionals working in DIFC, One Central, and the wider Sheikh Zayed Road corridor, and rental yields on apartments here typically sit in the 6 to 8 percent range. Apartment prices run from around AED 1.85M to AED 10.5M, with a median near AED 3.6M, so entry points vary widely.
The World Trade Center includes designated freehold zones where residents and overseas buyers can own property outright, including apartments for sale at Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residence. Ownership rules can differ by building, so confirm the status of a specific tower before making an offer.
The World Trade Center sits just north of DIFC and shares the same Sheikh Zayed Road frontage, but it leans more residential and exhibition-focused. DIFC is heavier on finance, galleries, and fine dining. Prices per square foot in DIFC tend to run higher, so World Trade Center often gives you better value for a similar commute.
The area takes its name from the Dubai World Trade Centre tower, which opened in 1979 as the emirate's first skyscraper and appeared on the old AED 100 note. The surrounding district grew around the exhibition halls and convention center that share the name.
