My Dubai Rent: Farida Talaat
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Farida Talaat rents a studio flat for Dh28,000 a year in Damac Hills. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Ms Talaat had lived in Canada but moved to Damac Hills in Dubai to be closer to her parents. -
There are plenty of shops and facilities close to Damac Hills. -
Ms Talaat hopes to live a sustainable life in the 410 square foot property. -
Damac Hills has a combination of apartment blocks and villas. -
Budget friendly Viva supermarket helps residents keep food bills low. -
This studio flat costs Dh28,000 in one cheque, excluding utilities. -
Ms Talaat says the small yet sunlit flat is her comfort zone. -
Ms Talaat swapped lush green countryside in Canada for more sandy views in Dubai. -
The area caters to families with small children. -
The modest studio flat has a full bath and shower. -
The flat is a blank canvas, Ms Talaat says. -
Studio flat in Damac Hills, Dubai for Dh28,000 a year excluding utilities. -
Like many residences in the UAE, Damac Hills provides a swimming pool to cool off. -
Ms Talaat installed artificial turf on her balcony as greenery is important to her.
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