Apartments for rent in AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda 1, Dubai
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Price range35K - 135K Properties listed310 Avg. price39.8K Avg. price/sqft84.62
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- 2.32.3 out of 5 ratingWael
Al Nahda has everything you need inside the area, it is densely packed with many people living there. Certain locations in Al Nahda are much better than other specially in terms of connectivity, how close you are to a bus station is very important. Living in Al Nahda depends on your priorities and lifestyle but if you pick the right building you will have a good time here
- 4.04 out of 5 ratingGomathy
All amenities nearby like restaurants, malls, hospitals. Family friendly, many parks for kids.
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Price range35K - 135K Properties listed127
Your Guide to finding apartments for rent in AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda
AR 1 Tower is a residential building tucked inside Al Nahda 1, one of the older, more settled pockets on the Dubai side of the Sharjah border. The area is dense, walkable, and built around everyday living: supermarkets, clinics, schools, and small cafes sit within a short stroll. It doesn't try to be flashy. That's part of the appeal.
The building offers apartments across 1, 2, and 3-bedroom layouts. Recent rents here run from around AED 58,000 to AED 75,000 a year, with a median close to AED 66,500. Larger 3-bed units can push higher when they come up. For the space you get, pricing sits at the practical end of the Dubai rental market.
Tenants here tend to be working professionals and families who want quick access to Al Qiyadah and Stadium metro stations, both a short drive away, plus feeder bus stops right at the doorstep. Schools like The Millennium School, Dubai Scholars, and Al Maaref American are all within a kilometer, which matters if you've got kids.
Honest note on location: Al Nahda 1 is busy, especially at rush hour, and parking can get tight in the evenings. But you're roughly 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport, close to City Centre Al Nahda, and connected to both Dubai and Sharjah without much fuss.
Market overview
AR 1 Tower sits inside Al Nahda 1, and the stock here is almost entirely apartments across a small cluster of mid-rise towers. You'll find one-bedroom units starting around 500 to 700 sq ft, two-bedrooms typically between 900 and 1,230 sq ft, and the occasional three-bedroom stretching past 1,350 sq ft. Annual rents currently sit in the AED 58,000 to AED 75,000 band, with a median close to AED 66,500.
What moves the price? Floor level, view, and how recently the unit was refurbished. Towers closer to the Mattar Plaza and Sama Residence bus stops tend to hold firmer rents because tenants pay for the shorter walk to transport.
Apartments Available for Rent in AR1
Who should rent an apartment in AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda?
Working professionals
Suits commuters who want quick access to Stadium and Al Qiyadah metro stations.
Young professionals
Works well for early-career renters looking for one-bed apartments under AED 50K a year.
Small families
A fit for families wanting nearby schools, parks, and grocery runs within walking distance.
Budget-conscious sharers
Sharers benefit from two and three-bed layouts priced between AED 58K and 93K annually.
Airport-linked workers
Staff based at Dubai Airport Free Zone reach the office in under ten minutes by car.
Affordable options at AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda
The most accessible option in AR1 Tower is its one-bedroom apartments. They sit at the entry end of the building and suit singles, couples, and investors who want a compact, well-connected home in the same address.
Premium options at AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda
At the top of AR1 Tower are its three-bedroom apartments, the largest and best-positioned homes in the building, usually on higher floors with the strongest views. They carry its premium pricing and suit families and end-users after more space in the same spot.
Apartment areas in AR1
Why should you rent an apartment in AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda?
Rent range that fits real budgets
Apartments in AR1 sit in a practical band, with rents running from around AED 58,000 to AED 75,000 a year and a median near AED 66,500. That covers one and two-bed layouts, so you can pick what suits without stretching.
Schools on your doorstep
You've got 45 schools within five kilometers, covering UK, Indian, American, and Pakistani curricula. The Millennium School, Amity English, and Dubai Scholars all sit under a kilometer away, so the school run stays short.
Metro and bus both close
Stadium Metro is about 1.3 km out and Al Qiyadah roughly 1.4 km. Bus stops at Mattar Plaza and Sama Residence sit within a five-minute walk, which matters when you're commuting daily into Deira or Downtown.
Daily errands stay simple
Supermarkets, salons, clinics, and cafés like La Venada, Dunkin, and Rokn Al Mulook are all within walking distance. You don't need the car for a coffee run or a top-up shop, which changes how the week actually feels.
Choice of unit sizes
Recent leases in AR1 cover one-beds from around 519 to 817 sq ft and two-beds up to roughly 1,229 sq ft, with three-beds pushing 1,351 sq ft. That's useful if you're upsizing without moving neighborhoods.
Airport access without the noise
Dubai Airport Free Zone Metro is under three kilometers away, and Terminal 1 is a short drive via Al Ittihad Road. Handy if you travel often for work, but the residential streets around AR1 stay quieter than the main corridor.
Amenities and lifestyle
Daily errands stay simple around AR 1 Tower, with schools, clinics, and cafes all within a short walk or a quick drive. You'll find most of what you need inside Al Nahda 1 itself, and the rest sits minutes away in neighboring pockets of Al Nahda and Al Qusais.
Schools
- The Millenium School, a two-minute drive
- Al Maaref American School, a three-minute drive
- Amity English School, a three-minute drive
- Dubai Scholars Private School, a four-minute drive
- Al Salam Private School, a four-minute drive
Restaurants
- La Venada Cafe, a one-minute drive
- Dunkin, a three-minute drive
- Al Yemen Mandi, a four-minute drive
- Ravi, a five-minute drive
- PAUL bakery and restaurant, an eight-minute drive
Getting around AR 1 Tower, Al Nahda
AR 1 Tower sits in a well-connected pocket of Al Nahda 1, so you've got real options whether you drive or rely on public transport. The area is dense and walkable for daily errands, and the road network links you quickly to the rest of Dubai and across the border into Sharjah.
Pros and cons of renting Apartments in AR1
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Frequently asked questions
AR1 sits inside the Al Nahda 1 pocket of Dubai, close to the Sharjah border. You'll find it a short walk from bus stops like Mattar Plaza and Sama Residence, with Stadium and Al Qiyadah metro stations within a five to seven-minute drive.
It works well for families who want schools and daily errands within walking distance. There are more than 40 schools inside a 5 km radius, along with parks, supermarkets, and clinics scattered across Al Nahda 1. Traffic near the Sharjah border can get busy at peak hours, so building choice matters.
Recent leases in AR1 range from around AED 45,000 for a one-bedroom to about AED 75,000 for a two-bedroom, with larger three-bedroom units reaching roughly AED 93,000 a year. Shorter tenancies and renewals often price differently from new twelve-month contracts.
Yes, many landlords in Al Nahda 1 accept multiple cheques, and Property Finder's pay rent monthly option lets you split the annual rent into twelve installments on eligible listings. That helps with cash flow if you'd rather not hand over one or two large cheques upfront.
Stadium and Al Qiyadah metro stations are the closest on the Green Line, both within a short drive. Downtown Dubai and DIFC take roughly 20 to 25 minutes by car outside rush hour, while Dubai International Airport is under 15 minutes away.
Al Nahda 1 isn't a designated freehold area for foreign buyers, so most apartments here are held on a leasehold or rental basis. That's why AR1 is primarily a rental market rather than one focused on foreign ownership.
AR1 tends to attract renters who want a quieter residential block with easy bus access, while Sama Residence and the Al Salem Towers sit closer to the main Al Nahda retail strip. Rents across these buildings overlap, so the deciding factor is usually parking, view, and finish rather than headline price.


















