10 cheap places to Rent a One-Bedroom Apartment under 50,000 AED
AL QUSAIS:
Average rent hover around Dh32,000. The rent could be higher or lower, depending on the age of the building, location within the area. Al Qusais is one of the older districts in Dubai. It offers close proximity to Dubai International Airport, Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA) and Port Saeed. Similar to other older parts of Dubai, Al Qusais is also a culturally rich area. It features many commercial properties such as warehouses and offices to residential apartments. Lying towards the north of Dubai Creek and to the south of Sharjah-Dubai border, this neighbourhood is home to the city’s largest industrial development, Al Qusais Industrial Area. The neighbourhood is also one of the most sought-after communities when it comes to renting affordable residential properties in the northern region of the emirate.
DUBAI PRODUCTION CITY:
The area was earlier International Media Production Zone (IMPZ), established in 2003. The area is free zone and freehold area that caters to media production companies in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Dubai government has plans to convert this area into the next generation of Dubai Media City. Dubai Production City is a holistic community offering business, retail and residential lifestyle. Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment here hovers around Dh35,000 per annum
DUBAI SPORTS CITY (DSC):
Don't go by the name of the development. It is not just for fitness fanatics, but DSC is a neighbourhood housing lifestyle elements and residential properties. It is one of the most wallet-friendly places to live. Take this: upcoming development is the most sought-after destination for investors and was the 9th most popular area to buy apartments in Dubai according to the Real Estate Market Report for Dubai 2019 by Bayut. Average rent here for a one-bedroom apartment hovers around Dh37,000 per annum
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL CITY:
International City: International City is one of the best known affordable residential housing in Dubai. According to the 2019 Dubai Market Report by Bayut, buying apartments in International City is a popular option. It was the 5th most popular spot in Dubai for buying apartments and the 6th most popular for renting apartments. Average rent here is hovering around Dh38,000 per annum.
BUR DUBAI:
There are certain parts of Bur Dubai which are reasonably priced for rent. Home to the majority of the city’s historical sites, including the well-known Dubai Museum, as well as The Ruler’s Court, Bur Dubai sits on the Jumeirah side of the Creek, across the water from Deira. In contrast to the more industrial harbourings in Deira, Bur Dubai’s waterside path features an uninterrupted line-up of dhows offering dinner cruises. Instead of gold and spice shops, the souks focus on textiles, but one thing that remains the same is that the best eateries are still cheap, cheerful and chockablock full of customers. Average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Bur Dubai in the Mankhool area hovers around Dh42,000 per annum
DISCOVERY GARDENS:
Discovery Gardens or Discovery Garden is known as one of the earliest family-centric projects to take off near the Jebel Ali Free Zone. These garden-themed apartment clusters are extremely popular with both buyers and renters in the emirate. Its popularity has been consistent since the area's launch in 2004. Set amidst landscaped gardens, the apartments in Discovery Gardens have made a definite mark on the city’s residents thanks to the plethora of large, affordable options in the area. This area guide about the Discovery Gardens location showcases all the requisite information for anyone looking at moving to Discovery Gardens Dubai. Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Discovery Gardens hovers around Dh45,000 per annum
SATWA:
It is one of the oldest parts of Dubai, located between Jumeirah and Bur Dubai. It is a busy neighbourhood with the rustle and bustle of an older version of Dubai and is regarded to be an important landmark of the country. Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment hovers around Dh46,000 per annum.
KARAMA:
A mixed-use residential development, Al Karama or simply known as Karama is Arabic word for "dignity". Close to the Dubai Creek and dubbed as a shopping district, Al Karama is quite unique from the outside due to the many low-rise residential buildings in the area. Most visitors think Dubai is the home of gigantic skyscrapers, that is not always the case and Al Karama is a testament to that fact. Made on a tight grid system, Al Karama spans a meagre 2 km, yet houses thousands of people, leading it to be one of the most popular areas in Dubai. Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Karama hovers around Dh48,000 per annum.
AL BARSHA:
Al Barsha South is a popular residential district located to the south of Al Barsha, and the east of JVC. It encompasses Al Barsha South 1, 2, and 3, Dubai Science Park and Arjan. Al Barsha South 1 has been built and features villas and townhouses. Al Barsha South 2 is not yet completed. The land allocated to the east of Al Barsha South is reserved for Universal Studios theme park and new Mohammed bin Rashid City. Al Barsha South is a sub-community of Al Barsha. The parent community is located in West Dubai, south of Al Sufouh. It was previously known as Tecom. Al Barsha is close to Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Internet City and Dubai Marina. Some famous landmarks near Al Barsha are Dubai Autodrome and Mall of the Emirates. It is home to many commercial and residential properties. Average rent is around Dh40,000 per annum.
DUBAI SOUTH:
Covering 145 sq.km, Dubai South is divided into mini-cities such as Residential, Commercial, Aviation, Logistics and Golf. This sprawling residential, commercial and logistics center is in close proximity to the Al Maktoum International Airport, the largest airport in the world once completed, the Expo 2020 site, as well as the free zones and Business Park of Dubai South. The residential districts in this area are seamlessly connected to key landmarks in the city through arterial roads — and soon the Dubai Metro. Average rent is around Dh43,000 to Dh53,000 per annum.
