Arjan Dubai 2026: Complete Area Guide, Map, Schools & Property Prices

Arjan is a freehold mixed-use community in Dubailand, in the Al Barsha South 3 district, close to Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden. It sits where Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) meets Umm Suqeim Road (D63). This guide covers Arjan's location, schools, healthcare, retail, parks and transport, with a link to our dedicated Property Prices guide for readers who want that detail specifically.

Arjan is a freehold mixed-use community within Dubailand, at the junction of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Umm Suqeim Road (D63), according to this Khaleej Times community profile. It is a Dubai Holding community, listed in the portfolio of Dubai Holding Community Management. Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden are close by, in Al Barsha South 3. Safa Community School is about 2 km away by road. Connectivity: by road from the Arjan centre, Mall of the Emirates is about 10 km and 15 minutes away, and Downtown Dubai about 21 km and 24 minutes, without heavy traffic. For what daily life here is like, see our Living in Arjan guide.

Among Arjan's newer launches, Bond Enclave is an off-plan development by Pearlshire, a boutique developer with a hospitality heritage.

Where Is Arjan in Dubai? Location & Connectivity Map

Arjan is a community within Dubailand, about 21 km by road from Downtown Dubai. It sits at the junction of E311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road) and D63 (Umm Suqeim Road).

Accessibility to Key Dubai Landmarks:

• Dubai Miracle Garden: about 2 km, roughly 4 minutes
• Dubai Science Park: about 2 km, roughly 4 minutes
• JVC: about 7 km, roughly 10 minutes
• Dubai Motor City (Autodrome): about 7 km, roughly 13 minutes
• Mall of the Emirates: about 10 km, roughly 15 minutes
• Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa): about 21 km, roughly 24 minutes
• Dubai International Airport (DXB): about 38 km, roughly 45 minutes
• Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): about 31 km, roughly 37 minutes

Distances and times are for the road route from the Arjan centre (25.0628 N, 55.2393 E), free-flow, computed with the OSRM router on OpenStreetMap data and Nominatim place coordinates in October 2026. Real journeys vary with the time of day. Our connectivity guide has the full table.

The main roads around Arjan:

• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Umm Suqeim Road (D63) meet at Arjan.
• Hessa Street (D61) and Al Khail Road (E44) are other main routes nearby. The RTA opened Phase 1 of the Hessa Street upgrade, a 4.5 km stretch between Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road, on 11 January 2026, according to WAM.

Public transport:

• No Dubai Metro station serves Arjan. The closest Red Line stations by road are Insurance Market, Equiti and Mall of the Emirates, about 10 to 12 km away. RTA feeder bus F36 links Arjan with Mall of the Emirates. See our connectivity guide for more detail and check the RTA app for current timings.

Arjan Property Market Overview

Arjan is mainly apartment buildings, with pricing that varies by building and unit size. The exact numbers move with the market and are easy to get wrong if quoted out of date. For current per-unit-type pricing, price-per-sqft trends, and payment plan structures, see our full Arjan Property Prices guide. If you're weighing Arjan as a purchase rather than a place to live, our guide to buying off-plan in Arjan covers the buying side, and our Arjan rental yield guide explains how gross and net yield are worked out.

Schools Near Arjan (2026)

Several schools sit within a short drive of Arjan, mostly in Al Barsha South. Distances and times are by road from the Arjan centre, free-flow, computed with the OSRM router in October 2026.

• Safa Community School: about 2 km, roughly 5 minutes. An all-through British curriculum school (Foundation Stage to Year 13) that opened in 2014 and was rated Outstanding by KHDA in its 2023-24 inspection
• Nord Anglia International School: about 2.5 km, roughly 6 minutes
• Dubai Heights Academy: about 3.6 km, roughly 8 minutes
• GEMS World Academy: about 4.4 km, roughly 8 minutes
• Brighton College Dubai: in Al Barsha South, between Hessa Street and Umm Suqeim Street

Bayut's Arjan area guide lists Happy Bees Early Learning Centre and Chubby Cheeks Nursery as nursery options in Arjan. Confirm the address and KHDA licence of any nursery you are considering.

Tuition fees, class sizes and admissions criteria change from year to year. Confirm current details directly with each school. For a resident's-eye view of raising a family in Arjan, see our Living in Arjan guide.

Healthcare & Medical Facilities in Arjan

Arjan has a medical centre within the community, with a hospital close by.

In Arjan:

• Medcare Medical Centre, Arjan (Art Park View Building): services listed by Medcare include internal medicine, paediatrics, gynaecology, dermatology, dentistry and physiotherapy
• Bayut's Arjan area guide lists HMC Medical Centre, Right Health Karama Medical Centre and My Dental Clinic in Arjan, plus Life Pharmacy and Aster Pharmacy outlets

Nearby:

• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital (Al Barsha South 3, on Umm Suqeim Road)

Opening hours, specialities on offer, and insurance network coverage change over time. Confirm current details directly with the provider before you need them.

Shopping & Dining in Arjan 2026: Malls, Supermarkets, Restaurants

Larger shopping trips are made to malls in nearby communities.

In Arjan:

• Lifco Supermarket, Blue Mart and several local baqalas cover everyday groceries, according to Bayut's Arjan area guide

A short drive away:

• My City Centre Al Barsha: a mall in Al Barsha South, on Umm Suqeim Street (D63)
• Circle Mall (JVC): about 6 km by road, roughly 9 minutes

For a round-up of restaurants and cafes actually located in Arjan, see Things to Do in Arjan.

Parks & Attractions near Arjan

The best-known green spaces near Arjan are Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden, both in Al Barsha South 3, close to Arjan.

Parks:

• Dubai Miracle Garden: describes itself as the world's largest natural flower garden. About 2.0 km from the Arjan centre by road, roughly 4 minutes
• Dubai Butterfly Garden: two climate-controlled domes next to Miracle Garden. About 1.7 km by road, roughly 5 minutes

Road distances and free-flow times computed with the OSRM router, October 2026.

Fitness:

• Bayut's Arjan area guide lists FitBox Gym and Gym Nation in Arjan

Opening hours and ticket prices change. Check directly with each venue before visiting.

Transportation in Arjan

Public Transport: No Dubai Metro station serves Arjan. RTA feeder bus F36 links Arjan with Mall of the Emirates, where you can join the Red Line. Check the RTA app for current timings.

Taxi & Ride-Hailing: Taxis and ride-hailing apps can be booked in Arjan. Fares depend on the time of day and the operator, so check the fare estimate in the app before you book.

Cost of Living in Arjan, Dubai 2026

For sourced, current figures on rent, utilities, groceries and a monthly household budget, see our Living in Arjan guide.

Buying Property in Arjan: Real Estate Market 2026

Whether Arjan makes sense as a purchase depends on your goals, budget and time horizon. Our guide to buying off-plan in Arjan goes into that. What follows are the general costs and process buyers should expect, regardless of which side of that decision they land on.

Financing & Mortgage: Bank financing is available for both end-users and investors, though loan-to-value limits and interest rates vary by bank, buyer residency status and whether the property is a first purchase. Confirm current terms directly with your bank or a mortgage advisor rather than relying on a fixed figure here.

Registration & Legal:

• Dubai Land Department (DLD) registration fee: 4% of the sale value, made up of 2% for the seller and 2% for the buyer, according to the DLD initial sale registration page (as of October 2026)
• Agent commission: as agreed with the agent
• Buyers should budget beyond the property price for DLD registration, agent commission, and applicable legal, trustee, mortgage, valuation and administrative charges. Total costs vary depending on the transaction and financing structure

Who Arjan Tends to Suit:

• Buyers and residents who want schools, Miracle Garden and Butterfly Garden close by over central-Dubai proximity
• Buyers comfortable relying on a car, since there's no metro station in or near Arjan today

For current prices, see the Property Prices guide linked above.

FAQ: Arjan Dubai Real Estate & Living Guide

Where is Arjan located in Dubai?

Arjan is part of Dubailand, at the junction of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Umm Suqeim Road (D63), in the Al Barsha South 3 district according to OpenStreetMap. Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden are close to Arjan, in Al Barsha South 3 as well, about 2.0 km and 1.7 km away by road. Drive times to the rest of Dubai are in our Arjan connectivity guide.

Is Arjan a single project or a community?

Arjan is a community, not a single project. Khaleej Times describes it as a freehold mixed-use community made up mainly of apartment buildings, and it is a Dubai Holding community. Each building is its own project, so check its developer, price and handover date. Our Arjan property prices guide covers current prices.

What schools are available in Arjan?

Nurseries operate in Arjan, and schools such as Safa Community School and Nord Anglia International School are within about 2.5 km by road. See the Schools section above for specifics, and confirm current admissions details directly with each school.

What are property prices in Arjan for 2026?

Prices vary by building and unit size. See our Arjan Property Prices guide for current per-unit-type pricing and payment plans.

What amenities does Arjan offer residents?

Arjan has supermarkets such as Lifco and Blue Mart, pharmacies and a Medcare medical centre. Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden are close to Arjan, in Al Barsha South 3. Larger malls such as My City Centre Al Barsha and Circle Mall are a short drive away.