Area Watch: Al Gharrafa

More and more neighborhoods and residential areas are steadily becoming popular in Qatar, but anyone living in Qatar will tell you that there are a number of residential areas in the country that are considered to be the original residential areas, and Al Gharrafa is one of them.

Al Gharrafa is located which is located in Al Rayaan municipality. Al Gharrafa is one of the largest areas in Doha with a wide mix of standalone villas, compounds and apartments. It is in close proximity to most of the major shopping centers and main roads, offering easy access to all areas of the city. It is also within close proximity to Education City, which is popular with families who are either working there or who have children who are enrolled in those institutions.  Al Luqta Children’s Park is also located in the vicinity, which is a well-equipped women and children only park.

As a family friendly area, Al Gharrafa is a hub for villas and compounds, the latter which offers amenities and facilities such as pools and fitness centers. In most cases, villas for rent will include three bedrooms as a minimum, as can go up to five or six for those looking for the extra space. Usually, villas for rent in Al Gharrafa are offered as unfurnished, and prices start at 12,000 QAR a month for a three bedroom villa in the area. There are also a number of apartments for rent in Al Gharrafa, which are popular mainly due to their central location.

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