The luxury apartments you are talking about are mainly located in the West Bay Area, close to the Sea. The rent for a 3 bedroom, fully furnished, will be between 22,000 to 25,000. Of course it can be more, but you should be able to get something very decent for 22,000. However, I doubt it will have tennis courts since it's an apartment complex.

For such a price range, you are better off going for a villa (4 bedrooms) in a compound which will have all the space and facilities you want and it's the best choice for families here as there is little to do outside your compound.

Check out the classified ads in www.gulf-times.com

Good luck.

G