Al Khawaneej is a residential community within the Mirdif area of Dubai. The neighbourhood sits on the northeastern side of the city and is identified by coordinates 25.232772, 55.508101. The entry below summarises location and access, recorded market activity, recent municipal works affecting the area, local educational proximity and practical points for residents, buyers and agents.
Al Khawaneej is part of Dubai’s Mirdif District. It is a distinct community within the municipal structure of Dubai and is presented on property portals and government open-data summaries as a defined locality. The community includes smaller subareas; examples listed by local property resources include:
The coordinates for Al Khawaneej are 25.232772 (lat) and 55.508101 (lon), which place it to the east of central Dubai and within typical suburban driving distance to major nodes of the city.
Public transport: the nearest Dubai Metro station listed for the area is on the Green Line (station code G11). That station is approximately 11,049 metres from the community and is not described as walkable from Al Khawaneej, so travel to the metro typically requires a car, taxi or feeder service.
Driving distances to principal locations (rounded as shown in local summaries):
Local travel times cited in property summaries give practical context: from Al Khawaneej it takes roughly 30 minutes to drive to Dubai Mall, about 42 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, around 40 minutes to Burj Al Arab and roughly 45 minutes to The Walk JBR. Published estimates also note a driving time to Dubai International Airport near 18 minutes and to Al Maktoum International Airport near 47 minutes; actual journey times will depend on route choice and traffic conditions.
Recent municipal activity affecting Al Khawaneej includes an invitation by the Dubai Municipality for contractors to bid on a major stormwater drainage upgrade. The scope described in official notices focuses on improving drainage performance along key roads and surrounding areas to address both existing system gaps and anticipated future demand.
Official land-data sources record transactional activity for the locality. Under the Dubai Land Department open-data listings, there are 50 sale transaction records available for Al Khawaneej. Property portals that aggregate community guides and listings present maps and summaries of nearby attractions, parks and services to assist buyers and renters in assessing the area.
Educational proximity commonly cited for the community notes Emirates National Schools Dubai at approximately 2.4 km from Al Khawaneej. Property information services list additional summaries of nearby amenities, but specific names and addresses beyond those referenced in official summaries should be checked directly with the service or local authorities.
Portals and municipal sources also provide maps and categorised lists (attractions, parks, beaches, golf clubs and cinemas) for users who require a more detailed inventory of recreational and leisure facilities around Al Khawaneej. For enquiries about particular properties advertised online, contact details on the listing direct enquiries to the agent who placed the advertisement.
Al Khawaneej is presented in property and municipal sources as a suburban Dubai neighbourhood within the Mirdif District. Its recorded position relative to central Dubai and to airports makes it practical for residents who prioritise road access to a range of city destinations. The proximity of at least one nearby school is a factor for households with children. Market activity recorded by the Dubai Land Department indicates ongoing transactional movement in the locality.
Prospective buyers or renters should match their priorities — such as commuting patterns, school locations and local infrastructure projects — against the location details and municipal notices described above when assessing suitability.
Where is Al Khawaneej located?
Al Khawaneej is in the Mirdif District of Dubai, at coordinates 25.232772, 55.508101. It lies to the northeast of central Dubai and is shown on municipal and property maps as a defined community.
Is there a nearby metro station?
The nearest listed metro station is on the Green Line (station code G11), approximately 11.0 km from Al Khawaneej; that distance is generally not considered walkable, so access usually requires a vehicle or feeder transport.
What recent municipal works affect the area?
Dubai Municipality has issued a tender invitation for a stormwater drainage upgrade in Al Khawaneej aimed at improving drainage performance along main roads and adjacent areas to address current system gaps and future demand.
How active is the property market here?
The Dubai Land Department open-data records show 50 sale transaction records for Al Khawaneej. Property portals publish daily summaries (Mon–Fri excluding public holidays) and maps to assist with area research; individual property enquiries go directly to the agent who listed the property.
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