Old Town

Old Town is a mid-density residential community developed by Emaar within Downtown Dubai, characterised by its sand-coloured, arabesque architecture and pedestrian-friendly layout. It sits immediately adjacent to the Dubai Fountain and Souk Al Bahar, setting it apart visually from the glass towers surrounding it.

Location & connectivity

Old Town is accessed via Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard and Financial Centre Road. The Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station is a short walk away, and DIFC is roughly a 5-minute drive. Dubai International Airport is approximately 15 minutes by car.

Property mix

The community is entirely apartment-based, spread across several low and mid-rise clusters developed under the Emaar Old Town umbrella:

• •Apartments: Kamoon, Yansoon, Zaafaran, Zanzebeel, Reehan, Miska, Nabeel
• •Podium retail and courtyard units are found in most clusters

Schools

There are no schools within Old Town itself. Nearby options include:

• •Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) – Arabian Ranches, approx. 20-min drive
• •Horizon English School – Jumeirah, approx. 15-min drive
• •Hartland International School – Meydan, approx. 10-min drive
• •Dubai International Academy – Emirates Hills, approx. 25-min drive

Healthcare

No hospitals sit within Old Town. Nearby facilities include:

• •Mediclinic City Hospital – Dubai Healthcare City, approx. 10-min drive
• •Emirates Hospital Clinics – Business Bay, approx. 8-min drive
• •Aster Clinic – Business Bay, approx. 8-min drive

Shopping & dining

Souk Al Bahar, a pedestrian souk-style retail destination, is directly accessible on foot and hosts a range of restaurants with Dubai Fountain views. The Dubai Mall — one of the largest retail destinations globally — is a 5-minute walk. Waitrose in the Dubai Mall serves as the most convenient supermarket option for residents.

Parks & leisure

Dubai Fountain boardwalk runs along the community's edge and is accessible on foot. Burj Park, a landscaped island facing the Burj Khalifa, is a short walk away and used for jogging and outdoor events. Residents also have easy access to the Dubai Opera, which is within walking distance.

Nearby areas

• •Downtown Dubai (wider district)
• •Business Bay
• •DIFC
• •Zabeel
• •City Walk

Things to consider

Old Town commands a significant price premium relative to comparable apartment sizes elsewhere in Dubai, driven almost entirely by location and views. Parking can be tight during major events at the Dubai Fountain and Dubai Mall, and the area draws consistent tourist foot traffic that some residents find intrusive.