Properties in Mirdif

Mirdif Area Guide

This neighborhood, closest to Dubai International Airport, is one of the most mature areas of the city.

 Mirdif, a prestigious residential neighborhood in Dubai, is home to 1500 flats, duplex units, studios, and 4-bedroom apartments, all designed in European and Arabesque styles. The project includes 132 serviced apartments and the 4-star Millennium Place hotel with 116 rooms. The housing complex promotes an active outdoor lifestyle for adults and children, offering seclusion and lush spaces.

The main central communities are the Shorouq and Ghoroob villa communities and Uptown Mirdif, a "spa town" development. Outdoor recreation is part of life here, with Al Mushrif Park on the eastern part of Mirdif, including basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts. The development supports outdoor exercise, too, as kids ride their bicycles and adults jog in this area.

How to Get Around Other Nearby Neighborhoods

Dubai Festival City is home to two renowned hotels, the Intercontinental and Crowne Plaza, located approximately 15 minutes away. Under their roofs are also two landmarks of Dubai, the Belgian Beer Café and Trader Vic's. Festival City's mall is home to the city's only Hard Rock Café, a legendary live music venue.

Rashidiya is one of the city's older neighborhoods, as are others such as Al Warqa and Al Mizhar—these areas are pretty reachable from Mirdif.

Parking

There is little to complain about when it comes to parking in Mirdif. Suppose you wish to avoid the hassle of finding a parking spot. In that case, it may be best to have only one vehicle, as residents of apartment complexes are usually allowed only one parking space. The villas, however, have designated garages or outdoor parking spaces.

Public Transport

Still, for those relying on public transport, there are plenty of buses within Mirdif if the area does not yet offer metros. The nearest metro station is Rashidiya, on the red line.

Mirdif Supermarkets

In addition to the large Carrefour supermarket in Mirdif City Centre and the Spinneys supermarket in Uptown Mirdif, several smaller supermarkets and mini-marts are well distributed throughout the community.

Churches, Mosques, and Temples

Mirdif houses many mosques to attend to the religious needs of the community's citizens. Bilal Masjid, Imam Abu Hanifa Masjid, Mohamed Khamis Saeed Albadi Masjid, Mirdif Grand Mosque, and Mirdif Masjid are included.

On the one hand, St. Mary's Church in Oud Metha is 16 minutes away, and the Shiva and Krishna temples in Bur Dubai are also only a few minutes away from Mirdif.

Malls in Mirdif

Mirdif has several shopping malls within the community and nearby. The Abaya Mall is a branch of the famous garment company Promod and an exclusive showroom of women's abayas in the vicinity. In addition, the Shorooq Community Center is a shopping facility only for the inhabitants of Shorooq Apartments.

Dining in Mirdif

Mirdif offers a wide variety of dining options. In addition to the cafes in the City Centre, Uptown Mirdif boasts a diverse range of highly popular eateries among the residents. In addition to big franchises like Starbucks, Mirdif also has many unique, small-time cafes through which locals get to choose according to their mood. There are several restaurants in Mirdif: Aljood Mandy Restaurant 2, Al Arrab Restaurant, Chin Chin Chinese Restaurant, and Arz Lebanon Lebanese Restaurant, among many others. This list does not include the restaurants located within City Centre Mirdif.

Beaches in Mirdif

Though the area is more inland, there are quite a few beaches in this locality. Some of these include the Jumeirah beach, a mere 25 minutes away. The community has a gym with a swimming pool, and the nearby apartments have communal swimming pools, too. It is worth shopping around, depending on the property type you choose and whether or not your villa has a shared or private pool.

Parks in Mirdif

The largest park in Dubai is Mushrif Park, located in Mirdif, the most popular neighborhood. This gigantic park is considered the first park in Dubai. It showcases miniature traditional houses from different parts of the world. The park is accessible from anywhere in Mirdif. It offers multiple activities to its visitors, such as biking tracks, playgrounds, picnic spots, barbecue spots, an aerial play area, and running tracks.

An equestrian center is located within the park, providing an excellent spot for horseback riding enthusiasts. The park's lush greenery makes it a wonderful place to relax in the summer. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a unique and enjoyable experience.

Final Takeaway

By pointing out the pros and cons of living in the area, we've given you a complete guide to making your stay in Mirdif worthwhile. As the perks of living here outweigh its disadvantages, it is indeed not a lousy steal, and that too at such an affordable rate. So, what are you waiting for? Move in now!