Ghoroob

Ghoroob is a gated residential community within the Mirdif area of Dubai. Located at latitude 25.211781 and longitude 55.417768, the development comprises low-rise apartment blocks arranged in clusters and offers a quiet, low-density feel compared with many other parts of the city.

What this place is and where it sits

Ghoroob was launched in 2007 by Dubai Properties Group and completed in 2010. The development contains almost three thousand apartments distributed across a small number of building types. There are five distinct apartment styles with a mix of studios and one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts, with internal sizes quoted from 956 sq ft to 1,861 sq ft. Buildings are set among open lawns, fountains and recreational courts, creating a suburban environment within the gates.

Transport and distances

Road access is straightforward: Ghoroob has direct access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and, from there, Al Khail Road, providing routes across Dubai. Traffic into and out of Mirdif can be slow during peak hours.

• Nearest Metro: Rashidiya on the Red Line. Bus route 367 runs from outside Ghoroob Gate 2, with a journey of about 15 minutes to Rashidiya. The station is about 3.4 km from the community.
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): 7.0 km, or roughly a 14–15 minute drive in normal conditions.
• Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai: 14.5 km.
• The Dubai Mall: 14.0 km, roughly 20–21 minutes by car.
• Dubai Marina: 31.5 km, about a 30-minute drive.
• Palm Jumeirah: 30.2 km, roughly 33 minutes by car in typical conditions.
• The Walk at JBR: 32.3 km, approximately 36 minutes by car in typical conditions.
• Mall of the Emirates: 24.2 km, around 25 minutes by car.

Built environment and projects

Ghoroob is composed of low-rise apartment blocks with landscaped courtyards and buildings clustered into neighbourhood pockets. Each building has full-time on-site security, while apartments include intercom systems. Security and maintenance services are handled by external companies, with dedicated resident hotlines.

The community was developed as a residential estate by Dubai Properties Group, and its layout reflects the original masterplan.

Amenities and local services

Public spaces in Ghoroob feature lawns, fountains, outdoor play areas and sports facilities. On-site amenities include children’s play spaces and courts for basketball and volleyball. There are no swimming pools or gymnasiums within the community’s residential clusters.

• Shopping: Géant Easy is the community’s dedicated supermarket. Uptown Mirdif and Mirdif City Centre are nearby, while The Arabian Centre and Etihad Mall are both about a five-minute drive away.
• Education: Nearby schools include Uptown International School, about 0.7 km away, and Star International School Mirdif, about 1.3 km away.
• Security and services: Each building has full-time guards and an intercom facility, with maintenance and security operations supported by specialist companies and resident hotlines.

Who this neighbourhood suits

Ghoroob suits residents who prioritise a quieter, low-rise gated environment with outdoor space around the buildings. Community security, nearby schools and accessible supermarket services make it practical for families. Convenient connections to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road also suit commuters travelling to central Dubai or the airport.

As the community is primarily apartment-based and has modest on-site leisure facilities, including outdoor play areas and sports courts, it appeals to buyers and tenants seeking residential calm and proximity to Mirdif’s retail and educational offerings rather than extensive leisure complexes.

FAQ

What types of homes are in Ghoroob?
Low-rise apartment blocks offer studios and one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments across five main apartment styles, with internal sizes from 956 to 1,861 sq ft.

How do I travel to central Dubai and the airport?
Ghoroob has direct road access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is about 7.0 km away, while Rashidiya Metro on the Red Line is reached via bus route 367 from outside Ghoroob Gate 2 in around 15 minutes.

What on-site amenities are available?
Residents have access to green spaces, fountains, children’s play areas, and outdoor basketball and volleyball courts. Buildings have full-time security and intercoms, and Géant Easy serves as the community’s dedicated supermarket.

When was Ghoroob developed?
Ghoroob was launched in 2007 by Dubai Properties Group and completed in 2010.

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