Al Zahia, Muwaileh

• Renting property
• Buying property
• Getting around
• City Centre Al Zahia
• Things to consider

Located on the outskirts of Sharjah, Al Zahia is one of the 7 distinct neighbourhoods of Muwaileh. Each sub-community is meticulously designed with top-notch amenities such as themed parks, landscaping and swimming pools. Catering to over 12,000 residents, Al Zahia covers a massive area of 1 million sq. m. The residential community features townhouses, villas and apartments and provides basic, leisure, educational and retail facilities within its premises.

• A large scale community in Muwaileh, Sharjah
• A mix of villas, townhomes and residential flats
• Family-oriented, with educational facilities in close proximity
• City Centre features over 360 renowned retail outlets
• Expected to be completed by the end of 2022
• One of the best off-plan projects in Sharjah

The gated community offers a family-friendly and sustainable atmosphere that is safe, calm and secure. In fact, it is the first residential development in Sharjah to be BAREEM-certified. Popular points of interest that attract renters and buyers to Al Zahia Sharjah include:

• Prime location
• 6 themed parks
• Swimming pools
• Sports courts

Prospective residents can expect all kinds of amenities a high-end project must have. Besides theme parks, playgrounds and recreational points, the community offers accessibility to the main road network making everyday travel easy. All the lifestyle amenities are built at short distances, accessible from each cluster within the community.

Communities in Al Zahia

Zahia Sharjah further has distinct neighbourhoods with apartments, villas, townhouses and even commercial units. A themed park is the focal point of each cluster accessible from any point within the community. A few to mention would be, Uptown Zahia – home to the City Centre, Garden Apartments, Al Lilac, Al Jouri and Al Narjis. There are a few more sub-developments currently under way such as Al Yasmeen, Al Orchid and Al Camelia.

You can buy and rent apartments in Al Zahia. The living spaces are perfect for couples and small families. The floor type ranges from studios to 1-bed and 2-bed apartments, spread across 9 towers. Residents of these apartments have access to lush landscaping, swimming pool and gymnasium.

The built-up area of villas starts from 2,345 sq. ft. and goes up to 8,400 sq. ft. The configuration of the villa may vary depending on the size of the unit. Buying villas in Al Zahiya is a popular choice among families. All of the units feature high-quality finishes and luxurious interior with spacious back gardens.

Renting apartments is ideal for anyone looking for reasonable space in affordable price ranges.

Studios in Al Zahia spanning around 550 sq. ft. start from AED 28k. Bigger apartments with more space cost more, yet these are budget-friendly. The minimum price range for each is as follows:

• 1-bed flats for rent in Al Zahiya: AED 34k per annum
• 2-bedroom apartments for rent: AED 39k per annum

The living space in 1-bedroom apartments spans from 750 sq. ft. to 900 sq. ft. Also, one may find a few 3-bed rental flats costing around AED 44k to AED 50k, annually. If you are interested in independent properties, consider renting villas in the area.

There is a wide range of options, you can choose between 3 to 6-bed units. The annual price of a 3-bed villa starts from AED 110k while renting the bigger 5-bedroom villas in Al Zahia or 6-bed units may cost you over AED 175k to AED 200k, respectively.

Families looking to enjoy community living in the heart of Sharjah can also consider townhouses for rent in Al Zahiya. These residential units come in 3 and 4-bedroom configuration and the covered area of these houses ranges from 2,900 sq. ft. to 4,800 sq. ft. You’d typically need around AED 110k per annum to rent a 3-bed townhouse spanning around 2,345 sq. ft.

Those looking to invest in apartments will also find a wide range of options. The price range for each unit type is mentioned below.

• Studios for sale in Al Zahia: AED 390k to AED 430k
• 1-bed apartments for sale: AED 520k to AED 595k
• 2-bedroom apartments: AED 875k to AED 1M
• 3-bedroom apartments: AED 1.3M to AED 2M

The covered space for 2-bedroom flats ranges from 1,100 sq. ft. to 1,300 sq. ft., whereas, the bigger 3-bed flats for sale in Al Zahiya may span across 2,300 sq. ft. to 2,500 sq. ft.

Those interested in closely-knit community lifestyle can buy townhouses in Al Zahiya. There are 2-bed houses for sale starting from AED 1.1M.

• The sales price of 3-bed townhouses starts from AED 1.5M
• 4-bed townhouses are offered for AED 2.2M and more

A 3-bedroom villa covering 2,000 sq. ft. to 2, 500 sq. ft. costs around AED 1.3M at the minimum. Likewise, buying a 4-bed villa will cost you over AED 2.5M. As for the bigger units like 5-bed villas for sale and 6-bedroom villas in Al Zahiya, prepare to shell out around AED 3M to AED 6M.

Accessibility is another factor attracting those looking to settle in Sharjah. The community is situated right off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road that connects to key areas and landmarks including Sharjah International Airport and SAIF Zone as well as to Dubai and Northern emirates. Therefore, when it comes to transportation in Al Zahia, residents who have their own cars find it convenient to commute to different parts of the emirate. Although when the community is wholly completed, each neighbourhood will include a bus stop within two-hundred metres.

Moreover, there are ample parking spaces in Al Zahia Sharjah. Whether it’s a townhouse, villa or an apartment, every residential unit comes with its dedicated parking area.

The City Centre features an outlet of the well-known hypermarket chain, Carrefour. Besides, there are currently several grocery stores and local supermarkets near Al Zahia Sharjah. Roses Land is a small supermarket near Civil Defence Station that can be reached after driving for ten minutes. Next to it is the Nesto Centre, another local supermarket near the community. Other hypermarkets nearby include:

• Galaxy City Supermarket
• Muzoon Supermarket
• Ramez Hypermarket
• Al Neefa Grocery

All supermarkets and shops are conveniently located close by.

There are two mosques in Al Zahia Sharjah:

• Umm Ayman – Barakah bint tha’alabah Mosque
• Udday Bin Hateem

Umm Ayman – Barakah bint tha’alabah Mosque is near Madar Al-Sham hypermarket. It is an exquisite mosque with a good capacity. Udday Bin Hateem is a small mosque easily accessible from Sheikh Zayed Road (311).

One can find many churches near Al Zahia after driving towards Halwan Suburb. It houses some well-known churches including:

• Amazing Grace Church & Ministries
• Word of Life Church
• St. Mary’s Knanaya Church
• CSI Tamil Church- Sharjah

Moreover, Hindu residents can visit India Sangatadham Gigaso 15 minutes away from the communtiy.

One of the biggest pros of living in Al Zahiya is having the best educational facilities in the city close to your home. The area is strategically close to the University City. Those with toddlers and preschool-going children can check out the various nurseries in the vicinity such as:

• Al Eman English Nursery
• Crystal Valley Nursery
• Canadian Montessori Nursery

Some other schools near Al Zahia include:

• The Westminister School
• GEMS Millennium School
• Sharjah Ambassador School
• International School Of Creative Science
• DPS Sharjah

GEMS Millennium School is at a drive of 8 minutes near Al Qasimia University. It offers the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), a board of school education in India. It also provides an array of extra-curricular activities to nurture students. Located next to GEMS Millennium School is Sharjah Ambassador School, another great educational institution in the city. It also follows the CBSE curriculum.

American School of Creative Sciences is located on Maliha Road at a drive of 12 minutes. It provides the US curriculum with a broad and balanced Kindergarten to Grade 12 academic program. Keeping the common core standards, The American School offers a balanced and enriched US based curriculum with a range for extra-curriculum activities.

Students looking for higher education can find a few universities near Al Zahia. Skyline University College in Muwailih Commercial is located 10-minute drive away. The American University of Sharjah in University City takes 11 minutes to reach via car. University Dental Hospital is another educational institution in the same area that can be reached after driving for 13 minutes.

Residents can find quite a few medical facilities near the community. City Centre Mall and Uptown, both have clinics and pharmacies. Apart from these many other clinics near Al Zahia are easily accessible. Some of these are:

• Access Clinic
• HNC Al Sabah Medical Centre
• New Central Poly Clinic
• Aster Clinic

Access Clinic in Muwailah is just an 8-minute drive. HNC Al Sabah Medical Centre can also be reached after driving for 10 minutes. HNC clinics are known for providing treatment in different specializations including Ophthalmology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Paediatrics and many more. Aster Clinic near Abu Shagara Park is another option, a 15-minute drive away. In regards to large hospitals near Al Zahia Sharjah, the closest hospital is the Thumbay Hospital accessible within 10 minutes by car.

The community is close to famous Sharjah Cricket Stadium and neighbours many residential communities such as Al Tarfa, Al Rifah, Al Juraina and Al Noof. Some of the prominent areas near the residency are:

• Mughaidir Suburb
• University City
• Muwaileh Commercial

To the northeast is the residential community of Mughaidir Suburb. On the eastern side of the locality, University City is known for housing some of the top universities of Sharjah. To its immediate south is the Muwaileh Commercial. After driving towards the far south you can reach the Dubai city as the community is located close to the Dubai-Sharjah border.

Located at the intersection of Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Road and University Road, City Centre is a super-regional mixed-use shopping mall. It features over 350 local and international brands. Also, it is home to Magic Planet, Little Explorers family entertainment centres and 16-screen VOX Cinemas. Al Zahia City Centre also boasts an outdoor food & beverage precinct. It is the only large mall in the vicinity.

Residents can also access these malls nearby:

• Safeer Mall
• Matajer Al Juraina
• Mega Mall
• Oasis Mall

Matajer Al Juranaina is a large mall at the intersection of University City and Al Juraina that takes 10 minutes to reach via car. Some famous stores in this mall are Carrefour, Magic Planet, Lifestyle, Giordano and GNC pharmacy. It also features some prominent names in the food and beverage section including Baskin Robbins, Caribou Coffe, Dunkin Donuts and Gazebo restaurant.

Oasis Mall in Halwan Suburb is 16 minutes away. Safeer Market and Mega Mall are located near Abu Shagarah Park. These are around a 20-minute drive from the community.

City Centre and Uptown Al Zahia Sharjah host plenty of eateries within the community. Besides you can plan an eat-out with friends at:

• Gazebo Restaurant
• Paper Fig
• Italiere
• Atyab Falafel
• Mara Café

Italiere is an Italian restaurant at a 5-minute drive that is known for its Gelato, Pink Pasta, Barbeque Chicken Pizza and Spaghetti Bolognese. Adjacent to it is Paper Fig, a cafe that serves scrumptious desserts and cakes. One can also visit Aytab, an Arabian restaurant. It is accessible in 10 minutes by car.

Fast food restaurants near Al Zahia are:

• McDonald’s
• KFC
• Pizza Express
• Chelsea Burger

KFC is located in Sharjah Industrial Area at a drive of five minutes. Next to it is a restaurant of the popular fast food chain, McDonald’s. Pizza Express is 8 minutes drive away in Al Jurainah 2. Chelsea Burger takes 9 minutes to reach via car.

The community is located on the outskirts of Sharjah, so you may not find beaches near Al Zahia in the immediate vicinity. The closest beach is Sharjah Beach, a calm and clean coastal destination in the city. It is located at a drive of 15 minutes. Renowned for its multiple facilities and activities, Sharjah Beach features picnic areas with seating tables, fitness areas, parking spaces, 3 km promenade areas and much more. Al Mazmar Beach can also be reached after 17 minutes via car. You can enjoy numerous activities at Al Mazmar Beach including swimming, jet skiing, snorkelling and many more.

The community will exclusively boast six different themed parks with beautiful landscaping within walking distance of every sub-community. These parks include:

• Tree Park
• Water Park
• Adventure Park
• Art & Sculpture Park
• Sensory Park
• Games Park

Tree Park will have thrilling outdoor games including a splash pad for the kids. It will also boast a few entertainment options for adults. Sensory Park in the community will comprise interactive sculptures, open-air theatres and sensory planting. Adventure Park and Games Park will feature exciting games such as line walk, tunnel trekking, rock climbing and so much more.

Fitness facilities in closer proximity include:

• Swimming Pools
• Tennis and basketball courts

Implicitly located at the centre, the clubhouse of the community will boast many lavish amenities such as dining options, separate swimming pools for kids and ladies, picnic and BBQ areas, playgrounds and sports courts.

Gyms near Al Zahiya include Imporatoor Gym, Golden Powerhouse gym near Adnoc Service Station, 10 minutes drive away and Al Nukhbah gym near HIlal Al Madina Supermarket, 16 minutes away via car and CBFS Health & Fitness Club in Industrial Area 5 that takes five minutes to reach via car.

Salons and spas nearby are:

• NStyle Beauty Lounge
• Reesh Spa
• Larochelle Nail & Beauty Spa
• Hind Alamiri Beauty Salon

Reesh Spa is situated across the street near Muwaileh Medical Centre. Next to it is Larochelle Nail & Beauty Spa. NStyle Beauty Lounge in Al Jurainah takes seven minutes to reach via car. Hind Alamiri Beauty Salon can also be reached after a drive of six minutes.

Once the area is wholly developed, a number of events will be hosted in City Centre mall and six theme parks.

The Facebook page, Al Zahia, keeps residents updated about events and developments in the community. To socialise with the fellow residents you can join the Facebook group, Al Zahia Sharjah.

Al Zahia is a new development in the heart of Sharjah. Most of the area is under development, so residents may have to wait for a little while before they can benefit from the top-notch facilities in the community.

The City Centre Mall in Al Zahia is open throughout the week from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. The closing time is extended a little to 12:00 am on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

• Industrial Area is a short 10-minute drive away
• Sharjah International Airport is at a 12-minute distance
• Sharjah National Park is located at a drive of 15 minutes
• Sharjah Cricket Stadium can be reached after driving for 13 minutes