The population of Dubai is growing quite fast in recent years due to the many employment opportunities that the city offers. Those who plan to move to Dubai for work or business opportunities or to study at upcoming universities can find cheap accommodation in the form of sharing rooms or apartments with other people. The growing percentage of expatriates and their demand for comfortable accommodation at an affordable price has led to the culture of sharing accommodation in Dubai growing and becoming familiar with immigrants.

After getting a job in Dubai, the next thing you need is a good accommodation that is not expensive and can provide you with amenities. A secure job also requires a secure life. And in the first instance, you may not be able to afford a large house or apartment for yourself. You can expect to share the accommodation facilities available in Dubai to all single or couple expats or other families.

Shared accommodation is available in some major areas of the city such as Mirdif, Deira, Bur Dubai, Sheik Zayed Road, Jumeirah, Emirates Hills, Umm Suqeim and Dubai Marina. All these places offer comfortable and luxurious shared accommodation. The areas are lively and ideal for families and singles. Shared flats or shared apartments are becoming more and more popular in these areas. Rising rental costs have further stipulated the culture of shared flats. If you share an apartment or flat, you are expected to pay between AED 2,000 and 3,000 per month.

How to find shared hosting? Finding a space to share a flat in Dubai is quite easy. Major newspapers such as The Gulf News and The Khaleej Times carry numerous advertisements for people looking for roommates. You can find flats or apartments available for families, students, working singles, working women and others. If you want to search the internet, you can find adverts for room sharing in Dubai on the Dubai Real Estate Department, Dubai Bulletin Board and Dubai Donkey sites.

Two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four-bedroom apartments are available for families or couples to share. It is common for expats or new recruits from elsewhere to stay in these shared apartments for a few weeks or more until they find an affordable place to change. Shared apartments of this type are well-maintained, self-contained and furnished. They provide amenities for daily use and other services as well. The culture of sharing rooms and apartments is the most suitable for students. Students who desire independent lifestyles and want the freedom to live their own way may want to consider shared accommodation in Dubai.