ABOUT AL WARSAN 3
Al Warsan 3, also known as Warsan 3, is a predominantly commercial sub-district within the larger Al Warsan area of Dubai. The community holds strategic importance due to its prime location, bordered by Ras Al Khor Road (E44), Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54) and Emirates Road (E611), ensuring seamless connectivity across Dubai and to neighbouring emirates.
While residential options are limited, Al Warsan 3 is well-known for offering high-capacity labour and staff accommodation, catering to employees working within the district and nearby commercial hubs.
IN A NUTSHELL
- A key commercial sub-community of Al Warsan
- Direct access to E44, D54 and E611
- Home to major government and municipal facilities
- Offers dedicated labour and staff accommodation
- Strong connectivity to Downtown Dubai and outer emirates
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Al Warsan 3 is an ever-growing commercial neighbourhood housing some of Dubai’s most essential municipal and service-related facilities. Despite being commercially driven, the area is well-organised and secured, making it suitable for workforce accommodation and operational establishments.
Popular points of interest include:
- Building Materials Mall
- Dubai Birds & Pets Market
- Emirates Civil Defence Academy
- Dubai Police facilities, ensuring enhanced security
- Proximity to Dubai Safari Park and Desert Palm Polo Club
PROPERTIES IN AL WARSAN 3
Properties in Al Warsan 3 are largely commercial and institutional, managed by Dubai Municipality and other government bodies. The area is home to:
- Dubai Birds & Pets Market – a dedicated Dubai Municipality project featuring over 80 pet shops, a veterinary clinic, animal hotel and auction facilities
- Building Materials Mall – a centralised hub bringing together hardware and construction suppliers under one roof
- Emirates Civil Defence Academy
- Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services (DCAS)
- Emirates Engine Maintenance Centre (EEMC)
Residential Accommodation: Residential properties are limited to staff and labour accommodation, including:
- RTA Staff Accommodation
- Dubai Municipality Labour Accommodation
- DCAS Staff Housing
- The Dubai Municipality Labour Accommodation alone houses over 2,500 workers and includes shared dining, kitchen, laundry and recreational facilities.
POPULAR BUILDINGS / DEVELOPMENTS
Al Warsan 3 does not have traditional residential developments like neighbourhood villa clusters or branded apartment towers, since it is mostly commercial and institutional. The main built developments and facilities include:
- Wasl Mosaic — a large modern staff accommodation complex with shared flats, studios and 1-bed units, plus community amenities like a pool and gym.
- Dubai Birds & Pets Market — a Dubai Municipality project combining pet retail, veterinary care, auction facilities and workspace.
- Building Materials Mall — a municipal managed retail hub for hardware and construction-related suppliers.
- Emirates Civil Defence Academy and other institutional campuses (e.g., flydubai training facilities, Dubai Ambulance Services campus).
Because there are no standard residential buildings for end-user living, this area’s “developments” are mostly commercial, workforce-oriented and facility hubs.
RENTAL TRENDS IN AL WARSAN 3
- Residential accommodation in Warsan 3 often consists of shared flats and smaller units (e.g., studios, 1-beds) in complexes like Wasl Mosaic.
- Because the area is commercial-centric, traditional apartment rentals are less common than in typical Dubai residential zones — demand in Warsan 3 is typically driven by workforce/staff housing rather than family rentals.
- In the broader Al Warsan area, rental prices for apartments (studios and 1–2 beds) are relatively affordable compared with more central districts: studios can rent from around AED 23,000/yr, 1-beds around AED 27k–36k/yr, and 2-beds around AED 51k annually on average.
- Commercial/warehouse space in Warsan 3 also sees high price brackets: warehouse rentals in the area range from around AED 1.9M to AED 9.75M annually for larger industrial facilities.
SALE TRENDS IN AL WARSAN 3
In the wider Al Warsan area, sale prices for smaller apartments start around:
- Studios — ~ AED 265,000
- 1-bed apartments — ~ AED 315,000
- 2-beds — ~ AED 657,000
- 3-bed villas — around AED 1.3M–1.6M.
- Townhouses and mixed residential buildings in the broader Warsan development appear in surrounding sub-areas, with 3-bed townhouses often listing around AED 1.4M–1.7M (e.g., Souk Warsan listings).
MOSQUES, CHURCHES & TEMPLES IN AL WARSAN 3
Mosques:
- Abdullah Bin Rawaha Masjid
- Bani Hashim Masjid
- Aisha Bint Abi Bakr Masjid
- Al Ghufran Masjid
Churches:
Churches are located around 20–25 minutes away, mainly in Deira:
- The Dubai City Church
- Seventh-day Adventist Church
Temples:
- Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara – approx. 30 minutes away
- Hindu temples are located in Al Fahidi area
SCHOOLS NEAR AL WARSAN 3
Nurseries:
- Little Sprouts Early Learning Center
- Emirates British Nursery
- Kids World Nursery
Schools:
- Ignite School
- GEMS Our Own English High School
- GEMS Al Khaleej International School
Universities:
- Manipal University of Higher Education – approx. 8 minutes
- Amity University Dubai – approx. 10 minutes
CLINICS & HOSPITALS NEAR AL WARSAN 3
Clinics:
- Access Clinic
- Right Health Ruby Clinic LLC
- Nadd Al Hamar Health Center
- Medcare Medical Centre, Mirdif
Hospitals:
- Nadd Al Hamar Health Center (government facility)
- Medcare Medical Centre, Mirdif
Most healthcare facilities are reachable within 15–20 minutes.
MALLS NEAR AL WARSAN 3
- Al Warqa Mall – approx. 10 minutes
- City Centre Mirdif – approx. 19 minutes
- Dubai Festival City Mall – approx. 19 minutes
TRANSPORTATION & CONNECTIVITY
- Direct road access via E44, D54 and E611
- Easy connectivity to Downtown Dubai, Deira, Mirdif and Academic City
- Best suited for private vehicle owners
- Limited direct public transport within the district, with bus routes available in nearby areas
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS / REAL ESTATE OUTLOOK
Al Warsan 3 continues to evolve as a government-backed commercial and service district. With ongoing infrastructure upgrades and proximity to expanding residential zones like International City and Al Warqaa, the area presents long-term operational and institutional value, rather than traditional residential investment appeal.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Al Warsan 3 is primarily a commercial and workforce-focused district, with limited residential options for families or individual end-users. While the area is still developing, its strategic location, low land costs and government-led projects position it as a future-ready service hub rather than a conventional residential community.
