Area Overview
Description
Al Khawaneej is a sprawling suburban villa district in north-east Dubai, securely positioned near Mirdif and Al Warqa, and officially divided into Al Khawaneej 1 and 2. The area proudly retains a traditional Emirati and agricultural character, featuring massive three- to seven-bedroom villas on generous plots, seamlessly integrated with private farms and stables. It is a major local lifestyle hub, famously hosting The Yard (a lakefront leisure destination developed by Meraas), the hugely popular Last Exit food-truck park, and Al Khawaneej Walk. Connected via Al Khawaneej Road (D89) and Emirates Road (E611), it is just a short drive from Mirdif City Centre, Mushrif Park, and the airport. Being car-oriented due to limited public transport, it is the ultimate sanctuary for large families and privacy seekers demanding space and greenery.
Infrastructure
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A sprawling agricultural and villa district reliant on private cars, accessed via Emirates Road (E611).
• Emirates Road (E611) (2 min drive) — primary outer highway for cross-emirate travel
• Al Khawaneej Road (2 min drive) — central artery connecting to Mirdif and the airport
• Centrepoint Metro Station (15 min drive) — nearest operational Red Line station in Rashidiya
• Burj Khalifa: 25 min
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 15 min
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 45 min
• DIFC: 25 min
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Residents utilize the established international schools in the neighboring Mirdif and Al Warqa districts.
• GEMS Royal Dubai School (12 min drive) — British curriculum primary, KHDA Outstanding rating
• Uptown International School (12 min drive) — IB continuum school in Mirdif, KHDA Very Good rating
• Ignite School (10 min drive) — American curriculum school in Al Warqa
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The district is served by a primary government health center, with tertiary care in Garhoud.
• Al Khawaneej Health Center (5 min drive) — primary government health clinic serving the local population
• Aster Clinic Al Khawaneej (5 min drive) — outpatient family medicine and pediatric care
• HMS Mirdif Hospital (12 min drive) — multi-specialty private hospital with emergency care
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Prominent congregational mosques serve the villa farms and community centers.
• Al Khawaneej Grand Mosque (2 min drive) — central Friday prayer venue for the suburb
• The Yard Mosque (5 min drive) — local community mosque near the lake
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Retail blends rustic, greenhouse-themed community malls with the massive regional shopping centers of Mirdif.
• Al Khawaneej Walk (5 min drive) — greenhouse-themed community mall with a Geant hypermarket
• Last Exit Al Khawaneej (5 min drive) — agricultural-themed food truck park and dining destination
• Mirdif City Centre (12 min drive) — Majid Al Futtaim regional mall with Carrefour
• Burj Khalifa: 25 min
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 15 min
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): 45 min
• DIFC: 25 min
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The district is a major eco-tourism hub, featuring botanical parks, artificial lakes, and agricultural estates.
• Quranic Park (5 min drive) — 60-hectare park showcasing Quranic plants with a Glass House
• The Yard (5 min drive) — Meraas leisure destination with an artificial lake and Love Lock Bridge
• Mushrif Park (10 min drive) — massive national park featuring an adventure tree-surfing course
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The district is defined by its Emirati heritage, massive farm estates, and unique botanical parks.
• Last Exit Al Khawaneej (5 min drive) — rustic agricultural-themed dining landmark
• Quranic Park Glass House (5 min drive) — iconic architectural greenhouse landmark
• Roxy Cinemas Al Khawaneej Walk (5 min drive) — boutique movie theater complex
FAQ
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What is Al Khawaneej known for?
Its massive Arabic-style villas, private agricultural farms, and popular hotspots like The Yard and Last Exit.
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Who developed The Yard?
Meraas innovatively developed The Yard as a lakefront leisure hub, brilliantly complementing Last Exit and Al Khawaneej Walk.
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What property types are available?
Massive luxury villas and townhouses, alongside expansive land plots.
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