Barsha Heights (TECOM)

Covering approximately 9.2 million sq ft and home to mid-rise and high-rise buildings that house everything from studio apartments to hotel suites and corporate offices, Barsha Heights offers one of Dubai's most accessible and connected mid-market apartment options. Studios start from AED 370,000 for purchase and AED 40,000 per year for rent. Proximity to Dubai Internet City Metro Station on the Red Line, direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, and walkability to The Greens, The Views and Dubai Marina make it one of the most practically connected affordable communities in the city.

Community & Lifestyle

Barsha Heights has a distinctly urban, professional energy — walkable streets, 24-hour activity, a dense mix of cafés, restaurants, gyms, clinics and retail all integrated into the base floors of residential and commercial towers. It is not a community for those seeking suburban calm. It is a community for those who want the city at their door.

Key lifestyle features include:

• Dense dining and café scene throughout the community — from casual budget options to rooftop bars with Sheikh Zayed Road views
• Carrefour, Geant and Park & Shop supermarkets within the community
• Gyms, salons, pharmacies, clinics and laundromats in building plinths throughout
• Multiple hotels providing weekend staycation and event options: Media Rotana, Grand
• Millennium Dubai, Ramada by Wyndham, Atana Hotel, TRYP by Wyndham and Signature 1 Hotel
• Al Barsha Pond Park — approximately 10 minutes; a popular jogging, cycling and family park
• Dubai Internet City Metro Station — within 5 to 7 minutes on foot from most towers
• Proximity to The Greens Village Centre, Meadows Souk and Mall of the Emirates
• Licenced bars and pubs within hotels creating a social nightlife dimension
• Multicultural, internationally diverse resident base — young professionals, media workers, hospitality staff and students

Properties in Barsha Heights

Barsha Heights is exclusively an apartment community — no villas. Properties span studios to 3-bedroom apartments in high-rise and mid-rise towers, with hotel apartments and serviced units forming a significant part of the offering.

• For those looking to buy property in Dubai at an accessible entry point, Barsha Heights studios start from AED 370,000 to AED 425,000 for purchase, with rents ranging from AED 40,000 to AED 85,000 per year.
• 1-bedroom apartments: AED 450,000 to AED 1.5 million for purchase; AED 34,900 to AED 80,000 per year to rent
• 2-bedroom apartments: AED 880,000 to AED 2 million for purchase; AED 55,000 to AED 170,000 per year to rent
• 3-bedroom apartments: from AED 1.65 million for purchase 
  Average price approximately AED 1,050,000; average annual rent approximately AED 67,000
• Average price per sq ft approximately AED 2,035
• Hotel apartments: fully furnished, short-stay and long-stay options throughout the community
• Popular buildings include Euro Residence, Madison Residency, Al Fahad Tower 2, Art Heights, Vista Tower, Two Towers and Mashael

Property Prices & Rental Market

Barsha Heights offers mid-market pricing with good transport and lifestyle accessibility — consistently popular with working professionals and value-seeking investors.

• Average price per sq ft approximately AED 2,035 (DLD data)
• Average annual rent approximately AED 67,000 across all types
• Strong and consistent rental demand driven by proximity to Internet City, Media City and Knowledge Village
• Hotel apartment rental yields approximately 5.8%

Investment Potential

Barsha Heights is a reliable mid-market investment driven by consistent professional tenant demand and good metro connectivity.

• Consistent occupancy from media, technology and hospitality professionals in adjacent free zones
• Dubai Internet City Metro Station within walking distance — a sustained occupancy driver
• Hotel apartments offer approximately 5.8% ROI with flexible short and long-term rental options
• Mix of freehold and leasehold properties — buyers should confirm status of specific buildings
• Affordable entry pricing at AED 370,000 for studios making it accessible for first-time investors
• Proximity to Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina and The Greens supporting tenant appeal

Sub-Communities

Barsha Heights does not have formally named sub-communities. The development is bounded by Sheikh Zayed Road (east), Hessa Street (south), First Al Khail Street (west) and Jebel Ali Racecourse Road (north), with residential, commercial and hotel towers distributed throughout this footprint.

Location & Connectivity

Barsha Heights is located on Sheikh Zayed Road between Al Barsha and The Greens, adjacent to Dubai Internet City.

• Approximately 10 minutes to Dubai Marina
• Approximately 15 minutes to Mall of the Emirates
• Approximately 20 minutes to Downtown Dubai
• Approximately 20 minutes to Palm Jumeirah

Dubai Internet City Metro Station on the Red Line is within 5 to 7 minutes on foot from most towers — outstanding metro access for a mid-market community. Feeder buses F35 and F31 also serve the area. Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road provide direct access across the city.

Nearby Amenities & Services

• Retail: building-level supermarkets (Carrefour, Geant, Park & Shop) throughout; Mall of the Emirates 10 minutes; Dubai Marina Mall 10 minutes; Ibn Battuta Mall 15 minutes
• Healthcare: Aster Clinic and Clover Medical Centre within the community; Saudi German Hospital in Al 
  Barsha approximately 5 minutes

Nearby schools include:

• American School of Dubai — 0.6 km
• GEMS Dubai American Academy — 0.9 km
• Chubby Cheeks Nursery — within Barsha Heights
• Middlesex University Dubai and University of Wollongong Dubai — nearby

Key Highlights

• TECOM Group mixed-use community on Sheikh Zayed Road; 90+ completed buildings
• Dubai Internet City Metro Station within 5 to 7 minutes on foot — exceptional connectivity
• Studios from AED 370,000 for purchase; AED 40,000 per year to rent
• Average price per sq ft approximately AED 2,035; average annual rent AED 67,000
• Dense dining, hotel and lifestyle offer; proximity to Media City, Internet City and Knowledge Village
• Freehold in designated buildings — accessible to international buyers

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Outstanding metro access — Dubai Internet City Station within walking distance
• Highly affordable studios and 1-bedroom apartments for central Dubai location
• Dense lifestyle infrastructure — everything within walking distance in the community
• Strong and consistent tenant demand from media and technology professionals
• Wide variety of hotel and serviced apartment options for short-term residents

Cons

• No villas or townhouses — apartments only
• Limited parks and green spaces — the community is predominantly paved and built-up
• High-density, high-rise character — not suitable for those seeking quiet or suburban character
• Mix of freehold and leasehold — ownership status varies by building
• Some older buildings have maintenance issues — inspection essential before committing

Why Choose Barsha Heights

Barsha Heights is for professionals who want to minimise their commute, maximise their convenience and pay a fair price for a centrally located apartment in Dubai. It will never be mistaken for a prestigious address — but for residents who work in Dubai's media and technology corridor and want metro access, a lively neighbourhood and an accessible price point, it is one of the most practical and consistently well-occupied communities in the city.

FAQs About Barsha Heights

What was Barsha Heights previously called? 

Barsha Heights was formerly known as TECOM, after the TECOM Group master developer. Most long-term Dubai residents still refer to it by this name.

Is Barsha Heights freehold? 

Some buildings are freehold and some are leasehold. Buyers must confirm the ownership status of their specific building before purchasing.

Is there metro access? 

Yes. Dubai Internet City Metro Station on the Red Line is within 5 to 7 minutes on foot from most towers in the community.

What types of property are available? 

Studios to 3-bedroom apartments and hotel/serviced apartments. No villas or townhouses.

What are the rental prices? 

Studios from AED 40,000 per year; 1-bedroom apartments from AED 34,900; 2-bedrooms from AED 55,000.

Is Barsha Heights suitable for families? 

It suits smaller families and couples well. Larger families may find the absence of villas, green spaces and nearby schools a constraint, though several good schools are within 1 km.