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Living in Arjan
A growing community of low and mid-rise apartment buildings in Dubailand, next to Dubai Miracle Garden. Good-value rents with quick access to the main highways.
History
Arjan was launched in 2006 by Dubai Properties as part of Dubailand. Like many projects it was paused during the downturn around 2010, then picked up again.
Dubai Miracle Garden opened here in 2013, followed by the Dubai Butterfly Garden in 2015 and Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in 2018. Arjan now has a little over 100 buildings and is home to around 18,700 people.
What it’s like to live here
Mostly newer apartment buildings, many with pools and gyms, on quiet streets. It is still growing, so expect some building work, but it has a calmer feel than the busier city areas.
Who it suits
Young professionals, couples and families on a budget, and investors looking for good rental yields on studios and one-bedroom flats.
Getting around
Arjan sits at the junction of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Umm Suqeim Street. There is no Metro station; Dubai Internet City station is about 12 minutes’ drive, and RTA buses stop at Geepas Tower and DAMAC Westside. Dubai International Airport is about 25 minutes away.
Schools, healthcare and shopping
Schools nearby include Safa Community School, Dubai Heights Academy, Brighton College Dubai, Repton School and Nord Anglia International School, with Chubby Cheeks Nursery for younger children.
Mediclinic Parkview Hospital is next door, with HMC Medical Centre and Right Health Karama Medical Centre in the area. Dubai Miracle Garden and the Butterfly Garden are on the doorstep.
Things to check before you rent or buy
- You will most likely need a car
- Building work nearby, as the area is still growing
- Most flats come with one parking space
- There are few villas here, so it suits apartment hunters
Facts and figures from Bayut area guides, with history from developer announcements and local press. Checked October 2026. Numbers change as new buildings complete.
Map, hotspots and distances
Schools, transport, shops, places to eat and things to do in and around Arjan, with how far it is to the airports, Downtown and the coast.
Market numbers
Recent prices, rents, yields and sales activity in Arjan.
Latest price change: +13.2% (apartments, 2025 vs 2024)
Average sale prices
H1 2026
| Studio | AED 654,000 |
|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment | AED 1,170,000 |
| 2-bed apartment | AED 1,683,000 |
Average annual rents
H1 2026
| Studio | AED 53,000 |
|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment | AED 79,000 |
| 2-bed apartment | AED 116,000 |
About these numbers. Bayut figures are average asking prices and rents from listings on Bayut, not completed sales. Sales counts are Dubai Land Department records shown by Property Finder or DXBinteract. Yields are gross, before service charges and other costs. Checked October 2026; we update these figures regularly.
Sources: Bayut H1 2026 sales report, Bayut H1 2026 rental report, Bayut 2025 sales report, Property Finder transactions
Who buys and rents here
Bayut moved Arjan from its affordable to its mid-tier apartment segment in 2026.
Investors who buy here
- Yield-focused investors (about 7%)
- Off-plan buyers in new mid-rise projects
- First-time buyers
People who live here
- Young professionals and couples
- Small families on a budget
- Healthcare staff near Mediclinic Parkview
Photos of Arjan
Miracle Garden photos: yasara hansani and Nabil Saleh on Unsplash.
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Arjan FAQs
Is Arjan a freehold area?
Yes. Arjan is a freehold area, so foreign nationals can buy property here outright.
How far is Arjan from the airport?
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is about 24 km away in a straight line, roughly 25 minutes by car outside peak hours. Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is closer, at about 21 km.
Is there a Metro station in Arjan?
No. Dubai Internet City station is about 12 minutes away by car, and RTA buses serve the area.
How much does it cost to rent in Arjan?
Average rents are about AED 53,000 a year for a studio; about AED 79,000 a year for a 1-bed apartment; about AED 116,000 a year for a 2-bed apartment (H1 2026). Rents vary with the building, view and condition, so ask us for current rents on a specific home.
What rental yield can investors expect in Arjan?
Gross rental yields average about 7.1% (apartments). That is before service charges, maintenance and any time without a tenant, so the net return will be lower.
Have property prices gone up in Arjan?
Yes. Average asking prices per sq ft are up about 4.5% (since 2025), based on Bayut market reports. The latest change is +13.2% (apartments, 2025 vs 2024).
Who does Arjan suit best?
It suits young professionals and couples, small families on a budget and healthcare staff near Mediclinic Parkview. For investors, it suits yield-focused investors (about 7%).
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