Wasl Village is a residential enclave located within the Al Qusais Industrial Area in Deira, Dubai. The community forms part of a larger urban cluster in Al Qusais and offers a substantial stock of rental housing across multiple low- and mid-rise buildings. The area is primarily positioned to serve residents who work in and around Dubai International Airport, industrial zones and the northeastern sectors of the city.
What this place is and where it sits
Wasl Village sits in the Al Qusais Industrial Area of Deira. According to registry information gathered for property listings, the neighbourhood comprises approximately 6,200 housing units distributed across 62 buildings. The typical apartment mix includes studios and one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts; rental data also references four-bedroom units in the local market. The community is identified administratively under the “Al Qusais Industrial Area” parent and appears on local maps within the Deira > Al Qusais > Wasl Village route.
Transport and key distances
Public transport and road links connect Wasl Village with central and peripheral parts of Dubai, though the nearest metro station is not immediately adjacent. The closest metro stop is on the Green Line (station code G11), at a distance of roughly 4,111 metres from the heart of the community; this distance is considered not walkable for most residents.
Road distances to major points in Dubai (approximate, by road) are:
- Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — 17.7 km
- The Dubai Mall — 17.2 km
- Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 6.6 km
- Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — 50.7 km
- Palm Jumeirah — 34.2 km
- Dubai Marina — 36.3 km
- JBR Beach — 37.0 km
- Mall of the Emirates — 28.9 km
- Business Bay — 19.2 km
- Expo City Dubai — 45.4 km
- Global Village — 26.7 km
- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) — 16.1 km
In practical terms, the community’s proximity to Dubai International Airport makes it a convenient location for those who travel frequently or work at airport-related employers. Source summaries indicate typical driving times from Wasl Village to several tourist and leisure destinations, and the local road network provides direct connections toward central Dubai and the eastern corridors.
Housing stock and development profile
Wasl Village’s housing stock is made up of multiple apartment buildings that together host around 6,200 units. Available unit types include studios and one- to three-bedroom apartments; rental market data for the area has historically referenced four-bedroom units as well. The existing building fabric is composed mainly of completed residential blocks rather than a cluster of major new developments on site.
Rents reported for the area (as cited in market summaries) provide snapshot guidance for the local rental market: sample starting rents published in 2022 listed studios and one-bedroom apartments at particular entry points, with higher starting rents for two- and four-bedroom layouts. These figures reflect advertised starting levels at that time and are commonly used as a reference by prospective tenants and letting agents.
Nearby services and institutions
Several schools are located within a short distance of Wasl Village, as noted in area summaries. Two schools referenced in market materials are the Russian International School (approximately 1.2 km) and The Indian Academy Dubai (approximately 1.4 km). Residents therefore have immediate access to established schooling options within a short drive or a brief local trip.
The community is also covered by listings and area guides that summarise nearby attractions, parks, beaches, golf clubs and cinemas. These summaries are used to inform residents and prospective tenants about leisure options across Deira and wider Dubai, and to place Wasl Village in the context of the city’s recreational map.
Who the area suits
Wasl Village is suited to several occupant profiles: renters seeking reasonably priced apartments close to the airport and to industrial employment nodes; families looking for apartment accommodation with nearby schools; and occupants who prioritise road connectivity to central Dubai and the northeastern emirate corridors. The predominance of apartment stock means that buyers or tenants seeking villa-style living would typically look to neighbouring communities rather than Wasl Village itself.
FAQ
Where is Wasl Village located?
Wasl Village is in the Al Qusais Industrial Area of Deira, Dubai. It forms part of the broader Al Qusais urban cluster.
How close is the nearest metro station?
The nearest metro station on the Green Line (station code G11) lies about 4.1 km away and is generally not considered a walkable distance from the centre of the community.
What types of apartments are available?
The area comprises approximately 6,200 housing units across 62 buildings, with apartments listed as studios and one- to three-bedroom layouts; local rental summaries also reference four-bedroom units for larger households.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes. Market summaries identify nearby schools including the Russian International School (about 1.2 km away) and The Indian Academy Dubai (about 1.4 km away).
