Bed space in Al Rigga / Al Muraqqabat: monthly prices, rooms and transport

Al Rigga and neighbouring Al Muraqqabat form the busy commercial heart of Deira, with Al Rigga Street's restaurants, hotels, Al Ghurair Centre and the Clock Tower roundabout nearby. Buildings are mainly older mid-rise blocks with shops at street level.

Together they carried the largest number of shared-room adverts within Deira at the end of September 2026. Renters are mostly bachelors and working women in retail, hospitality, trading and airport jobs.

Typical prices

What you get	Price / month
Bed in a shared room	AED 600 – AED 1,100
Partition / small room	AED 1,000 – AED 2,000
Private room (shared flat)	AED 2,000 – AED 3,500
Room with attached bathroom	AED 3,200 – AED 5,000

Typical ranges seen on public listings, checked on 30 September 2026. Prices move with the season, the building and the length of stay.

Getting around

Union station, the main Red and Green Line interchange, and Al Rigga station (Red Line) are in the area.
Salah Al Din and Abu Baker Al Siddique stations on the Green Line serve Al Muraqqabat.
Union Square bus station is one of Deira's main bus hubs.

Who it suits

Airport and hospitality staff
Retail and trading workers in Deira
Renters who want both metro lines within walking distance

Nearby

Al Rigga Street dining
Al Ghurair Centre and City Centre Deira
Deira Clock Tower
Dubai International Airport a few stops away

Nothing listed here yet

Send your dates or move-in month and budget, and we will find options in Al Rigga / Al Muraqqabat and send them to you on WhatsApp.

Questions people ask

How far is Al Rigga from the airport?

From Al Rigga station, Airport Terminal 1 is three stops and Terminal 3 four stops along the Red Line.

Are bills included?

Most bed-space adverts here state that DEWA (electricity and water) and Wi-Fi are included in the monthly rent, but this varies, so confirm in writing before paying a deposit.

What does Dubai's new shared housing law mean for renters in Al Rigga and Al Muraqqabat?

Law No. 4 of 2026 took effect on 26 August 2026. Only property owners and licensed operators may let shared housing, tenants may not sublet their bed or room, and each unit needs a Dubai Municipality permit. Existing operators have until August 2027 to comply, so ask to see the permit.

What is included in the rent for a bed space?

Usually electricity, water, air conditioning and Wi-Fi, and cleaning of the shared areas. Each listing says exactly what is included.

What do I need to rent a bed space in Dubai?

A copy of your passport or Emirates ID, the first month's rent and a refundable deposit, usually one month's rent.

Can I see the room before paying?

Yes. Ask on WhatsApp and we arrange a viewing in person or by video call before you pay anything.

What is the minimum stay?

Most bed spaces are rented from one month; private rooms can ask for three. Each listing shows its minimum stay.

Bed space in Al Rigga / Al Muraqqabat