Al Rigga

ABOUT AL RIGGA

Adjacent to Dubai Creek in the bustling Deira district, Al Rigga is a thriving sub-community featuring commercial and apartment buildings in addition to government offices and retail options. It is one of the top areas for renting in Deira Dubai, home to many hotels, public transport links and retail centres. The sub-community sits at a strategic location with Dubai Creek while Deira Corniche and Al Maktoum Bridge are only 10 minutes away. Moreover, schools, malls and many other leisure spots are within a short distance. Al Maktoum Road (D89) and Baniyas Road (D85) pass through the sub-community while the lively Al Rigga Road is adjoined to it. Deira, the oldest commercial district of Dubai, is popular for being a trading hub and for its traditional sites, apartments, offices and recreational spots.

IN A NUTSHELL

• A sub-community in Deira
• Consists of apartment and office buildings
• Offers studio to 4-bed units and offices
• Features many restaurants and malls
• Adjacent to Dubai Creek
• Opposite Bur Dubai

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

Al Rigga, like other sub-districts in Deira, features a lively community with an array of restaurants, malls, retail outlets and transport means. The area is suitable for families as well as professionals, offering apartments and offices in different configurations.

Points of interest in the area are:

• Wide range of apartments and offices
• Choice of restaurants, malls and clinics
• Easy access to transportation means

With its mix of affordability and convenience, Al Rigga is counted among the best areas for apartment rentals in Old Dubai offering convenience and value.

PROPERTIES IN AL RIGGA

Al Rigga, Dubai has different types of buildings that offer properties including:

• Apartments (studio to 4-bedroom layouts)
• Fully fitted offices
• Shops

Apartment size descriptions:

• Studios: ~300 sq ft to ~500 sq ft
• 1-Bedroom: ~500 sq ft to ~1,100 sq ft
• 2-Bedroom: ~850 sq ft to ~2,300 sq ft
• 3-Bedroom: ~1,047 sq ft to ~3,564 sq ft
• 4-Bedroom: ~1,829 sq ft (approximate)

POPULAR BUILDINGS IN AL RIGGA

• Al Ghurair Centre Residences – connected to the Al Ghurair Centre mall
• Golden Sands Apartments – popular serviced apartment option
• Al Rigga Palace Building – close to metro station and main roads
• Al Muraqqabat Building (nearby) – often chosen for families
• Al Rigga Plaza – mixed-use tower with offices and apartments

RENTAL TRENDS IN AL RIGGA

• Studio apartments: AED 28,000–50,000/year 
• 1-Bedroom apartments: AED 35,000–62,000/year
• 2-Bedroom apartments: market range from AED 45,000 up to ~AED 120,000/year (standard around AED 70-90k)
• 3-Bedroom apartments: estimated AED 65,000–140,000/year
• Offices for rent: start from AED 1,100/year (?) up to AED 2.9 million/year depending on size.
• Shops for rent: range from AED 23,000 up to AED 1.2 million/year depending on size and frontage. 

SALE TRENDS IN AL RIGGA

• Median sales price for apartments near Al Rigga: ~ AED 1,490,000.
• 1-Bedroom apartments: approx. AED 1,310,000
• 2-Bedroom apartments: approx. AED 1,850,000
• Full building for sale (48 units in Al Rigga): asking AED 60,000,000 for ~17,509 sq ft lot. 

MOSQUES NEAR AL RIGGA

The community mosque in Al Rigga is located near the Union Metro Station. Among nearby mosques are:

• Muhammed Ibnu Mahiyya Mosque – 19, Al Maktoum Hospital Road, Naif
• Al Maktoum Hospital Mosque – 208/2, Omar Bin Al Khattab Road, Naif
• Late Omar Ali Bin Haider Mosque – 1, 5b Street, Al Muraqqabat
• Hamda Bint Mohammed Mosque – 2, 22a Street, Al Muteena
• Sheikh Ahmad Bin Rashid Bin Shabib Mosque – 18, Sikka 18b Street, Al Buteen

OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP NEAR AL RIGGA

• Hindu temples: arrive in ~14 minutes by car in Bur Dubai (Shiva Temple, Shree Krishna Haveli, Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir)
• Sikh: Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara – ~30 minutes drive

Churches:

• All Nations Tabernacle – Chilanka Music Institute, Hor Al Anz (~9 minutes)
• St Mary’s Catholic Church – Umm Hurair 2, Bur Dubai (~14 minutes)
• Christian Fellowship Church – St Andrew’s Hall, Bur Dubai (~14 minutes)

SCHOOLS NEAR AL RIGGA

Although Al Rigga has limited schooling within its immediate boundary, nearby schools include:

• Little Flower English School – Hor Al Anz
• The Elite English School – Al Wuheida
• Al Khaleej National School – Al Garhoud
• Cambridge International School – Al Garhoud
• The Millennium School – Al Qusais

CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR AL RIGGA

Healthcare facilities within and around Al Rigga include:

• Dr Rasool’s Healthcare – Sheikh Rashid Building
• Al Aman Medical Centre – 12, Baniyas Road
• Marhaba Clinic – Bin Jarsh Building
• Ultra Care Medical Group – Sheikha Mariam Building
• Baniyas Clinic – Al Masaeed Building

MALLS NEAR AL RIGGA

Major shopping destinations in the vicinity:

• Al Ghurair Centre – Al Muraqqabat
• Reef Mall – Al Muraqqabat
• Abraj Shopping Centre – Naif
• City Centre Deira – Port Saeed

FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS / REAL ESTATE OUTLOOK

With its prime location and strong transport connectivity (metro stations such as Al Rigga and Union), the Al Rigga sub-community is well positioned for steady rental demand and moderate value appreciation. While large-scale new residential towers are limited due to its matured nature, refurbishment of older buildings and conversion to mixed-use premises may continue. Investors should still expect stable yields and consistent occupancy, especially for well-located apartments and offices.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

• The area is very lively and commercial — not ideal for those seeking quiet or suburban living.
• Traffic and congestion can be significant due to its central location.
• Parking and large-unit availability may be limited compared with suburban developments.