the first few months - shared flat?
 

I was wondering if anyone had any experience with a shared flat their first few months of arriving in Dubai?

I have a hotel paid-for in my first 2-3 weeks in Dubai - and being single in Dubai I am considering sharing (paying rent for) flat/villa/house for the first few months to get used to Dubai/meet people/live with other expats.

I'd really appreciate any insight on flat sharing, leads (have been on gulf news but there are about a MILLION non-descriptive ads for flats and people looking for flatmates in the marina mostly.

Specifically how would I find an expat with a professional flatshare(all mod cons, own bathroom, great view, pool, etc.) near to DIFC?

Modestly, I'd be the idea flatmat - excellent cook, tend to have copious amounts of wine on hand, clean & tidy, massive music selection, spare time spent in the gym or on the beach in the sun...

Thanks!
R (canukabroad) & LOL as I re-read this post.

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

i'm sure inselaffen will be able to give you some good pointers...

MM, xx

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

so why are you still single eh.....hmmmmmmmmmmm

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

thanks MM - I'll see what ins has to say.

'single in dubai'... meaning other half will not move to Dubai also

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

oh...that's a pity...it's a nice place

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

the best two places to look are dubizzle.com and expatriates.com

they both usually have plenty of rooms going in shared villas and apartments. a lot of which are for short term rent on a monthly basis.

for DIFC i would recommend trying to find a room in a Villa Jumeirah or Umm Suqeim. both nice areas close to the beach and close to a lot of the nice bars/clubs etc.

PM me if you want any more info

Insel

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

hello mate, i think you could be just what im looking for. I moved to dubai 4 days ago and im in a hotel as well for the next 3 weeks. I have an accomodation allowance but its not great but wanted to be in an area which was a little resepctable. i dont know your full situation with regards to accomodation requirements but im after a summit in a vibrant area preferably with a gym so i can work off my christmas overload of quality street and carling. Im 24, male and single but i am a rubbish cook.

send us a email if your interested, cheers, [email protected]

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

remove your email...and just send him a PM...unless you want to really really meet people...lol

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

nice of you to include it in your reply just to make sure the freaks notice it

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

It's okay, I wrote it down ''again'' :eek:

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

I am nice...it comes naturally

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

it's turning into your lucky day missus...

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

God bless BE :thumbsup:

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

when's the housewarming? Got a nice bottle of wine to bring :eek:

Re: the first few months - shared flat?
 

Yea when's the Party....eh eh eh...tell me, tell me, tell me :sneaky: