Al Barsha First
Al Barsha First is a Dubai Land Department registered area in Dubai with 3 registered projects and 750 units. 133 sales are registered with the Dubai Land Department in Al Barsha First, at a current PIX© price of AED 1,715 per sqft. At AED 1,715 per sqft, Al Barsha First prices 11% below the Dubai average of AED 1,921 per sqft on registered sales.
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- master communities
- Projects
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- 3 in progress
- Inventory
- 750units
- 750 in progress
Communities
Every master community in Al Barsha First. PIX© PSF-priced communities appear first; communities without a current price follow. Select a marker or number for the snapshot.
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Common questions about Al Barsha First
Answered from Dubai Land Department registered transactions.
What is the average price per sqft in Al Barsha First?
Al Barsha First prices at AED 1,715 per sqft on current PIX© values, based on 133 sales registered with the Dubai Land Department in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest project in Al Barsha First?
Al Murad Towers is the lowest-priced at AED 1,157 per sqft, and MAS Barsha Residency the highest at AED 1,896 per sqft, across 3 priced projects with registered sales.
What is the rental yield in Al Barsha First?
Al Barsha First yields 5.7% gross, calculated from current PIX© rents against current PIX© sale prices across 41 registered Ejari contracts.
How many projects are in Al Barsha First?
Al Barsha First holds 3 registered projects comprising 750 units, per the Dubai Land Department project register.
Who are the main developers in Al Barsha First?
M A S REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT L.L.C (1 project), DUBAI GENERAL PROPERTIES L.L.C (1 project) are the most active registered developers in Al Barsha First, across 2 in total.
Have prices in Al Barsha First gone up or down?
Prices in Al Barsha First have risen +17.9% over the last 12 months, to AED 1,715 per sqft, across 133 registered sales.
Is Al Barsha First expensive compared to Dubai?
At AED 1,715 per sqft, Al Barsha First prices 11% below the Dubai average of AED 1,921 per sqft on registered sales.
About Al Barsha First
Al Barsha First, commonly known as Al Barsha 1, is a vibrant and highly connected residential and commercial area in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, renowned for hosting the world-famous Mall of the Emirates and featuring a dense concentration of mid-rise apartment buildings, hotels, and independent villas.
Overview and Location
Al Barsha First is the first phase and largest sub-community of the broader Al Barsha district in western Dubai. Positioned strategically along Umm Suqeim Road, it is bounded by Sheikh Zayed Road to the west and shares close proximity with Al Sufouh, Barsha Heights, and Al Quoz. It is an urban, non-gated neighborhood established in the early 2000s on formerly undeveloped desert land, which experienced a major boom following the opening of the Mall of the Emirates in 2005.
Composition and Real Estate Landscape
The real estate inventory in Al Barsha First is exceptionally diverse due to its multi-developer history. Unlike master-planned communities developed by a single brand, Al Barsha 1 features structures built by various private and institutional developers, resulting in a unique mixture of architectural styles. According to database records, the community contains hundreds of mid-rise and high-rise residential towers, over a thousand independent villas, and numerous hotel apartments and commercial office buildings. Prominent developments include Al Murad Tower by Emaar, MAS Barsha Residency by MAS Real Estate Development, Barsha Modern, and Marriott Residences Sheikh Zayed Road.
Connectivity and Public Transit
Al Barsha First is widely considered one of the best-connected neighborhoods in Dubai. It is directly served by the Red Line of the Dubai Metro, specifically via the Mall of the Emirates Metro Station and the nearby Mashreq Metro Station (formerly Sharaf DG). The area is also highly accessible via major road corridors including Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, and Hessa Street, making commutes to Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, and Downtown Dubai exceptionally short. Extensive RTA feeder bus routes (such as 84 and 93) and taxis further facilitate seamless movement within the area, while smart transit pilots, including autonomous pod programs, have been introduced to enhance local connectivity.
World-Class Amenities and Landmarks
The crown jewel of Al Barsha First is the Mall of the Emirates, a premium shopping resort developed by Majid Al Futtaim that features high-end retail, dining, and the iconic Ski Dubai—the Middle East's first indoor ski resort. The neighborhood is rich with essential services, including supermarkets like Grandiose and VIVA, healthcare centers such as Al Zahra Private Hospital and Mediclinic Mall of the Emirates, and highly rated schools like Dubai National School and Dubai International Academy. Locals also enjoy leisure spaces such as Al Barsha Pond Park, which lies immediately adjacent in Al Barsha 2.
- Mall of the EmiratesA massive, world-famous shopping resort developed by Majid Al Futtaim.
- Ski DubaiThe region's first indoor ski resort featuring 22,500 sqm of snow space, five slopes, and a penguin habitat.
- Al Barsha Pond ParkA large public park ideal for cycling, jogging, or family picnics.
- Dubai National School, Al BarshaOffers an American curriculum.
- Dubai International Academy Al BarshaOffers British and IB curriculum.
- American School of DubaiA highly rated institution providing an American curriculum.
- GEMS Wellington International SchoolRenowned school offering British and IB curriculums.
- Al Mawakeb School, Al BarshaDelivers bilingual education with an emphasis on both Arabic and English.
- Mediclinic Mall of the EmiratesA premium medical facility inside the mall complex.
- Al Zahra Private Hospital DubaiA prominent hospital located along Al Na'ayat Street.
- Al Noor PolyclinicMulti-specialty clinic located on the 3rd floor of Elite Business Centre.
- Aster Clinic, Al BarshaA popular multi-specialty clinic serving the community.
- Mall of the Emirates Metro StationRed Line metro station serving the area and the mall.
- Mashreq Metro StationRed Line metro station (formerly known as Sharaf DG Metro Station).