HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT ZONE 6
Zone 6 is one of the sub-districts of Mohammed Bin Zayed City positioned in the heart of the parent community. It features independent villas in different layouts in terms of residential properties along with a range of communal facilities within easy reach. The neighbourhood also has direct access to Al Rawdah Road (E30) and Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road (E22).
IN A NUTSHELL
- A part of affordable communities in Abu Dhabi
- Offers whole and portioned villas for rent
- Schools, clinics and parks are nearby
- Direct access to major roads of the city
NEIGHBOURHOOD
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Zone 6 is relatively a small neighbourhood in MBZ City with a low population density. The community is well-connected to key areas and landmarks of the city via major roads. Other features of the sub-district include expansive houses and easy access to amenities.
PROPERTIES IN ZONE 6
The community offers villas in 3 and 4-bedroom layouts and apartments that are portioned villas in 1 to 4-bedroom layouts. There is a separate hall, majlis, private pool and garden in these villas. Other features of properties in Zone 6 include a separate entrance, well-lit and airy bedrooms and a maid’s room.
RENTAL TRENDS IN ZONE 6
As for apartments for rent in the neighbourhood, the price range is as follows:
- A 1-bedroom apartment for rent is available at AED 41k whereas a 2-bedroom flat for rent in Zone 6 can be leased from AED 38k to AED 46k per year
- The price range for a spacious 3-bedroom rental apartment in Zone 6 fluctuates between AED 65 to 85k and it goes around AED 105k for 4-bedroom flats
The price range of villas for rent in Zone 6 is as follows:
- The average annual rent for 5-bedroom villas in Zone 6 is AED 15 while it goes up to AED 190k per year for 6-bedroom villas
It is to be noted that rents are usually calculated and paid on annual basis.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN ZONE 6
Residents don’t have to worry about parking spaces in Zone 6 as most of the villas come with a dedicated facility accommodating two cars. For visitors, the street parking facility is also available outside the houses.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEAR ZONE 6
For public transportation near Zone 6, residents can easily find plenty of bus stations and taxi services for commuting to and from the community. They can take a bus from Al Anwar Street bus station, Al Mahrouz Street bus station and Burjeel Medical City bus station is a 5-minute drive.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS NEAR ZONE 6
There are several supermarkets near Zone 6 offering fresh and quality products. Earth Supermarket, Al Kashka Supermarket and Top Town Supermarket are a few of them. All these stores are easily accessible in less than a 10-minute drive.
MOSQUES IN ZONE 6
Masjid Muhammad Bin Harib and Crown Prince Mosque in Zone 6 facilitate Muslims living in the community. Both mosques are located on the northwestern end of the sub-district.
OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP NEAR ZONE 6
Most of the churches in Abu Dhabi are focused on the neighbouring community, Mussafah and are easily accessible within a 10-minute drive. Some notable ones include The Armenian Church of Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi Assembly of God Church.
SCHOOLS NEAR ZONE 6
Emirates National School MBZ is the nearest educational facility following two curricula: the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and the US curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. The school is located within a 4-minute drive from the community. Diyafah International School at a 7-minute drive and Elite Private School at a 5-minute drive are other schools near Zone 6.
Those looking for higher educational institutes can head to Abu Dhabi University in a 9-minute drive. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Business, Health Sciences, Engineering and Law.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR ZONE 6
Burjeel Medical City is a multi-speciality healthcare facility situated 5-minutes away from the community. It offers treatment for cardiac diseases, chronic kidney diseases and pancreatic and other liver diseases. Other clinics and hospitals near Zone 6 are NMC Royal Family Medical Centre and Bareen International Hospital.
NEARBY AREAS
Zone 6 is set amongst the other zones of MBZ City such as Zone 3 and Zone 5 while connected to the rest of the community through a well-developed street network. Mussafah and the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi are located on the west whereas Khalifa City is on the northern side. Shakhbout City and Al Mafraq are other neighbouring areas.
LIFESTYLE
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS NEAR ZONE 6
There are two shopping malls in the parent community; Mazyad Mall and Capital Mall. Those looking for shops of high-end street brands can head to Mazyad Mall located 10 minutes away. Popular outlets include Damas, Giordano, Adidas and Sports Gear. The shopping mall also has beauty and healthcare facilities along with several dining options. On the other hand, Capital Mall near Zone 6 is home to an outlet of Lulu Hypermarket so that you can easily stock up on daily essentials. It is also located within a 9-minute drive from the neighbourhood.
RESTAURANTS NEAR ZONE 6
Foodies will have to drive to the neighbouring communities to enjoy dining out at some of the best restaurants near Zone 6. These include:
- Punjab Highway Restaurant
- Everest Point Restaurant
- Jolly Bee Restaurant
- New Family Restaurant
- Royal South Indian Restaurant
Most of the above-mentioned restaurants are located on the southern side of the community and are easily accessible in less than a 10 to 12-minute drive.
BEACHES NEAR ZONE 6
If you are planning a day at the beach under the sun then must prepare for around a half hour’s drive to visit public beaches in Abu Dhabi. The nearest ones include Corniche Beach, Saadiyat Beach and Yas Beach.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Although Zone 6 is a bit far from the central city, the well-connected road network facilitates residents if they are planning to visit leisure spots in the city. In a short drive of 15 minutes lie Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – the epitome of Islamic architecture in Abu Dhabi. It is the largest mosque in the emirate and accommodates 55,000 worshippers at a time. The mosque has 82 domes, the world’s largest hand-knit carpet and 24-carat gold chandeliers.
Within a 20-minute drive lies Mangrove National Park where animals belonging to 60 different species have been kept. These include sea creatures, turtles, bird species and marine mammals. The leisure spot is protected by the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD).
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
There is a small community park in Zone 6 located next to Al Shireen Street. It has a children’s play area as well. Other parks nearby are MBZ Public Park and Mussafah Garden.
Fitness enthusiasts can keep up with their workout sessions in gyms near Zone 6. These include Body Care Gym & Fitness and Tiger Gym. Both the facilities are situated within an 8 to 10-minute drive.
Tips and Toes Salon in Zone 6 offers a wide range of beauty care treatments including nail and hair care, massages, eyelash extensions and makeup. Other salons nearby are Bedashing Beauty Lounge and La Riche Spa Lounge.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Dalma Mall hosts several events on Eid, Diwali and National Days to entertain residents.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Zone 6 is a well-designed residential community with several amenities within easy reach. The only downside of living in MBZ City is the limited leisure spots and distance to central areas of the city.
FAQs about Zone 6
Where is Zone 6 located?
Zone 6 is a part of Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi located in the heart of the parent community.
LOCATION
- Abu Dhabi International Airport is 17-minutes away via car
- A 20 to 25-minute to Al Shamkha and Madinat Al Riyadh
- Yas Island is a half hour’s drive toward north