Al Warqa 1 is a residential sector within the Al Warqa area of Dubai, commonly associated with the broader Mirdif District. The locality is primarily made up of low- to mid-rise residential development and forms part of the established urban fabric of eastern Dubai. It is an active housing neighbourhood with ongoing sales activity.
Al Warqa 1 belongs to the Al Warqa cluster, which is sometimes referenced within the administrative context of Mirdif District. The area is residential in character and forms part of Dubai’s eastern corridor, with access to key arterial roads leading towards central Dubai, the coastline and the emirate’s major airports.
Public transport and highway links shape commuting patterns from Al Warqa 1. The nearest Red Line Metro station, R11, is around 4.7 km away, so many trips to central business and leisure districts are likely to be more convenient by car or taxi. Approximate driving times to key Dubai destinations are:
Travel times are indicative and can vary according to traffic, route and time of day.
Al Warqa 1’s built environment is dominated by residential buildings and community services for local residents. The sector has seen 50 sale transactions.
Nearby schools include Cedar School Dubai, approximately 0.3 km away, and Sharjah American International Private School Dubai, approximately 0.4 km away. Their proximity adds to the area’s appeal for families with school-age children.
Residents of Al Warqa 1 can access the wider range of parks, shopping, entertainment venues, beaches and sports facilities available across Dubai. Dining, hospitality and weekend leisure options are also available throughout the surrounding districts and wider city.
Al Warqa 1 suits residents seeking a primarily residential environment in eastern Dubai with road access to central and coastal areas. Its proximity to schools makes it a practical option for families, while its position within the city’s road network suits people who commute by car or taxi to business and leisure destinations across Dubai.
Q: Where is Al Warqa 1 located within Dubai?
A: It is part of the Al Warqa area and is commonly associated with the wider Mirdif District in eastern Dubai.
Q: How close is the metro?
A: The nearest Red Line Metro station, R11, is approximately 4.7 km from Al Warqa 1.
Q: What are typical drive times to major Dubai points?
A: Dubai Mall is around 18 minutes away, Palm Jumeirah around 30 minutes, Burj Al Arab around 28 minutes and The Walk, JBR around 33 minutes. Dubai International Airport is approximately 14 minutes away, while Al Maktoum International Airport is around 43 minutes by car. Times vary with traffic.
Q: Are there schools near Al Warqa 1?
A: Cedar School Dubai is approximately 0.3 km away, while Sharjah American International Private School Dubai is around 0.4 km from Al Warqa 1.
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The figures below come from registered Dubai Land Department transactions, not from listings. We show the median rather than the mean, so that one-off penthouses do not distort it.
Source: Dubai Land Department transaction registry. Prices per square metre, sale transactions.
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