Hor Al Anz is one of Deira’s oldest residential pockets — built in the early 1970s to house Emirati families and now home to a dense, working-class mix of Emirati, Indian, Pakistani, Filipino, and East African residents. It sits between Abu Hail, Al Khabaisi, Al Muteena, and the Sharjah border, and it’s best known today for one thing above all: it’s one of the cheapest places to rent in mainland Dubai while still being minutes from two Green Line metro stations.
- Hor Al Anz Dubai Quick Facts
- Where Exactly Is Hor Al Anz?
- A Zip Code, Pin Code, or P.O. Box for Hor Al Anz? Here’s the Real Answer
- Getting Around: Metro, Bus & Roads
- Real Estate: What It Actually Costs to Rent or Buy in 2026
- Schools & Nurseries Near Hor Al Anz Dubai
- Hospitals & Clinics
- Mosques & Places of Worship
- Shopping, Malls & Supermarkets
- Restaurants & Everyday Dining
- Parks, Beaches & Things to Do
- Who Actually Lives Here (and Who It Suits)
- FAQs: Hor Al Anz Dubai
Hor Al Anz Dubai is easy to research and hard to pin down — most guides repeat the same vague lines about “affordable housing” and “good transport” without naming a single school, hospital, or metro station. This one does: real streets, real institutions, and current 2026 rental figures, so you can actually decide whether to live, invest, or spend a day here.
Hor Al Anz Dubai Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| District | Deira, Dubai |
| Sub-areas | Hor Al Anz (near Dubai Hospital) and Hor Al Anz East (toward Al Ittihad Road/Sharjah border) |
| Boundaries | Al Rasheed Road (D82) to the north, Abu Baker Al Siddique Road (D82) to the east/southwest, Salah Al Din Street (D80) to the south, Al Ittihad Road (E11) on the Hor Al Anz East side |
| Nearest metro stations | Abu Baker Al Siddique, Abu Hail, Al Qiyadah (all Green Line) |
| Nearest airport | Dubai International Airport (DXB) — roughly 10–13 minutes by car |
| Property type | Almost entirely rental apartments; villas exist but are limited |
| Freehold status | Most land is non-freehold/leasehold; it is not a designated freehold investment zone |
| Named for | A horse belonging to Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Dubai’s former ruler |
Where Exactly Is Hor Al Anz?
Hor Al Anz sits in eastern Deira, wedged between Abu Hail and Al Khabaisi, with Hor Al Anz East extending out toward the Sharjah border along Al Ittihad Road (E11). The neighborhood’s grid of numbered streets (23C, 26, 34B, 38A, 42A, and so on) makes it easy to navigate once you know the pattern, even though it can look confusing on a map the first time.
Direct road access runs through Abu Baker Al Siddique Road (D82), Al Rasheed Road, Salah Al Din Street, and Al Ittihad Road (E11) — so driving to Sheikh Zayed Road, Downtown Dubai (about 20–22 minutes), or across the Sharjah border is straightforward outside of peak traffic hours.
A Zip Code, Pin Code, or P.O. Box for Hor Al Anz? Here’s the Real Answer
This trips up a lot of people, so it’s worth getting right: Dubai and the rest of the UAE do not use postal or zip codes at all — not for Hor Al Anz, not for any neighborhood. There is no official “pin code” for Hor Al Anz East or anywhere else in the city; any six-digit number circulating online claiming to be one is not an official designation.
Here’s what actually exists instead:
| What you need | What to use |
|---|---|
| Online form asks for a ZIP/postal code | Enter 00000 (accepted almost everywhere) or N/A if the field allows it |
| You need to receive registered mail | Rent an individual P.O. Box through Emirates Post — boxes are assigned per person or per business, not per neighborhood, and cost roughly AED 300–995/year |
| A courier needs to find your building | Give the building name, street number (e.g., “38A Street”), nearest landmark, and your Makani number — a unique 10-digit code Dubai Municipality assigns to every building for precise location lookup |
| You want to confirm a Makani number | Look it up free via the Dubai Municipality Makani service |
There is no single P.O. Box that represents “Hor Al Anz” as a district — every resident or business that wants one applies for their own through Emirates Post.
Getting Around: Metro, Bus & Roads
Hor Al Anz has no metro station physically inside its boundary, but it’s genuinely well served — three Green Line stations sit on its edges, and none of them are more than a short walk, bus ride, or five-minute drive away.
| Station | Line | Distance from central Hor Al Anz |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Baker Al Siddique | Green Line | ~5–8 minutes on foot from central Hor Al Anz / Hor Al Anz Park |
| Abu Hail | Green Line | Just outside the eastern boundary; ~8–10 minute walk |
| Al Qiyadah | Green Line | Reachable via the pedestrian bridge on Al Ittihad Road (E11); serves Hor Al Anz East |
From any of these, you can change to the Red Line at Union or BurJuman stations to reach Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, or the airport without needing a car.
Bus routes serving the area include 13, 13A, 43, 64, C09, C10, C14, C18, and X28, connecting Hor Al Anz to the Gold Souq Bus Station, Al Qusais, Al Karama, and even a cross-border route (E307A) to Sharjah’s Al Jubail Bus Station. Abu Hail Bus Station, next to Abu Hail Metro, is the main hub.
Driving: roads are wide and well maintained by Deira standards, but on-street parking gets tight in the evenings when residents are home. Larger buildings typically include covered or basement parking; older low-rises rely on street parking only.
Real Estate: What It Actually Costs to Rent or Buy in 2026
Hor Al Anz Dubai is a renters’ market, not a buyers’ one — most land is non-freehold, so resale/investment activity is limited compared with Dubai’s newer freehold communities. Its main draw is affordability relative to almost anywhere else in mainland Dubai with metro access.
Apartment Rents (Annual, AED)
| Unit type | Typical range | Average (last 12 months, DLD-recorded) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 28,000 – 48,000 | ~28,400 |
| 1-bedroom | 31,000 – 85,000 | ~42,000–48,000 |
| 2-bedroom | 45,000 – 70,000+ | Varies by building age |
| 3-bedroom | Up to ~90,000 | — |
Unit sizes generally run from around 300 sq ft studios up to 980 sq ft one-bedrooms, with most 1-BHK units averaging close to 500 sq ft. Expect central A/C, built-in wardrobes, and covered parking in newer buildings; older stock is more basic. Because so many units are shared by multiple working tenants, most listings are unfurnished, with costs split among flatmates.
Villas
Villas are limited in supply and concentrated in Hor Al Anz East, ranging from 3- to 9-bedroom configurations, on plots from roughly 1,700 to over 12,000 sq ft. These typically suit larger families or are used for a mix of residential and small commercial purposes.
Note: rental figures shift with market conditions — treat these as a starting benchmark and confirm current listings on Bayut, Property Finder, or Dubizzle before signing anything.
Schools & Nurseries Near Hor Al Anz Dubai
| Institution | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Queen International School | British (IGCSE/GCE AS) | KG–Grade 12; the main private school inside Hor Al Anz East |
| Pearl Wisdom School | Indian CBSE | Run by Bhavans Middle East; opened 2020 |
| Little Flower English School | Indian CBSE | Long-established, budget-friendly, KG–primary |
| Al Maaref Private School (APMS) | American (NY Common Core) | K–12, in Hor Al Anz East |
| Omar Bin Al Khattab Model School | — | ~8 minutes away |
| Al Ahmadiyya School | — | On 23C Street, ~6 minutes away |
| Tiny Tots Nursery | — | Operating 30+ years |
Hospitals & Clinics
| Facility | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai Hospital | Public, tertiary | DHA-operated; opened 1983; in neighboring Al Baraha, ~8 minutes away |
| Al Kuwait Hospital (formerly Al Baraha Hospital) | Public | Renamed in 2019; run by Emirates Health Services |
| NMC Medical Centre Deira | Private multi-specialty | Established 1999; located right by Abu Hail Metro |
| Canadian Specialists Hospital | Private | ~7–9 minutes away |
| Belhoul Specialty Hospital | Private multi-specialty | Al Khaleej Road, Deira |
| Pearl Polyclinic | Clinic | Serves Hor Al Anz East |
Mosques & Places of Worship
Given the neighborhood’s Muslim-majority population, mosques are the dominant places of worship and double as informal community centers:
- Aisha Mosque – 26th Street and 34B Street (two locations)
- Masjid Lootah – 14C Street
- Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque – a larger community mosque
- Othman Bin Aman Mosque and Abu Hail Mosque – Hor Al Anz East
Residents of other faiths generally travel further afield: Hindu temples are concentrated in Bur Dubai (around a 15-minute drive), while churches — including St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Holy Trinity Church, and several others — are mainly in Oud Metha and Umm Hurair.
Shopping, Malls & Supermarkets
| Name | Type | Distance/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Al Hamriya Shopping Centre | Neighborhood mall | 73 shops, kids’ play area (Fun World), banks; run by Dubai Municipality |
| Abu Hail Centre | Mall | Known for its concentration of abaya outlets |
| Century Mall | Mall | Home to a Carrefour outlet |
| Reef Mall | Mall | ~10 minutes west on Salahuddin Road |
| Deira City Centre | Major mall | ~14-minute drive; full retail, dining, entertainment |
| Al Ghurair Centre | Mall | ~13-minute drive |
| Friday Market (Deira) | Market | Dubai’s only Friday-specific market, short drive away |
| Union Coop, West Zone, Al Maya Supermarket | Supermarkets | Multiple branches; Al Maya is popular for Filipino grocery items |
Restaurants & Everyday Dining
Hor Al Anz’s food scene is unpretentious and genuinely multicultural — expect strong Indian, Pakistani, Arabic, and Filipino options rather than fine dining:
- Red Bawarchi Restaurant – Indian biryani and curries
- Calicut Notebook Restaurant – South Indian/fusion
- Al Khaleej Al Maroof Restaurant – Arabic and Indian cuisine
- Karachi Darbar Restaurant, Saif Restaurant, Q’s Bar and Lounge – long-standing local favorites
Karak tea stalls and casual cafés line most main streets, making them the default spot for a quick coffee or evening hangout rather than a formal café culture.
Parks, Beaches & Things to Do
Hor Al Anz Dubai itself is primarily residential — it isn’t a tourist destination — but a few genuine options exist within and near it:
| Spot | Distance | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Hor Al Anz Park | Inside the neighborhood | Small green space, the area’s main outdoor spot; recently added sports fields under a citywide park upgrade program |
| Al Mamzar Beach Park | ~15–16 minutes | Gazebos, picnic areas, jet-ski access, calmer and less crowded than other Dubai beaches |
| Jumeirah Beach | ~27-minute drive | Busier, more tourist-oriented, BBQ stations and play areas |
| Wonderland Amusement Park | ~14-minute drive | Rides and water slides |
| Deira Gold Souk & Spice Souk | Short drive | Historic Deira trading district |
Who Actually Lives Here (and Who It Suits)
Hor Al Anz’s population is estimated at well over 100,000 across Hor Al Anz and Hor Al Anz East combined, making it one of the more densely populated pockets of Deira. It draws:
- Single working professionals and bachelors — the cheapest rents in the area are studios and shared 1-BHKs, and the neighborhood’s shop-and-service density suits people without a car.
- South Asian and Filipino families — schools, groceries (including Filipino-specific items at Al Maya), and community mosques cater directly to these groups.
- Budget-conscious tenants working in Deira or Bur Dubai — metro access to Union and BurJuman keeps commute times reasonable without paying Downtown-level rent.
It’s a less natural fit for people seeking a resort-style, family-villa, or waterfront lifestyle — for that, neighboring areas like Al Mamzar or Dubai’s newer freehold communities are a better match.
FAQs: Hor Al Anz Dubai
Does Hor Al Anz Dubai have its own postal or zip code?
No. Dubai has no postal/zip code system at all. Use 00000 on forms that require one, and rely on a personal P.O. Box (via Emirates Post) or your building’s Makani number for deliveries.
What’s the nearest metro station to Hor Al Anz?
Abu Baker Al Siddique Metro Station is the closest for central Hor Al Anz (5–8 minutes on foot); Abu Hail and Al Qiyadah stations serve Hor Al Anz East.
Is Hor Al Anz good for families?
It works for budget-conscious families needing schools, clinics, and mosques within walking distance, but it lacks villas, parks, and the family-resort amenities found in newer Dubai communities.
Is property in Hor Al Anz freehold?
No — most of Hor Al Anz is non-freehold. It is a rental-dominated market rather than a foreign-investment zone.
How much does it cost to rent a studio in Hor Al Anz?
Studios typically list between AED 28,000 and 48,000 per year, with the recorded average closer to AED 28,400.
What is Hor Al Anz East compared to Hor Al Anz?
Hor Al Anz East is a sub-community bordering Al Ittihad Road (E11), generally with wider streets and slightly newer low-rise apartment buildings, while the original Hor Al Anz sits closer to Dubai Hospital and Abu Baker Al Siddique Road.
