Studio Apartments for Sale in Sharjah

Sharjah is the more conservative neighbour of Dubai. The emirate is mostly home to middle-class expats and Emirati locals who call Sharjah their home. If Dubai is known for its dynamic lifestyle that's ideally suited for single professionals, then Sharjah is the opposite of Dubai in respect to its environment which is best suited for families. Sharjah has also become home to professionals who work in Dubai but live in Sharjah, thus they commute between the two emirates at least 5 days a week. Although Sharjah is not on par with the likes of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, it's not too far off in terms of standard of living. It has several malls, hospitals, schools, universities and interesting landmarks to visit. In fact, Sharjah has been awarded the title of ‘Arab Capital of Culture’ by UNESCO. Sharjah properties are considered one of the most affordable options for expats to invest in. Whether one is simply diversifying their investment portfolio or is looking to establish roots in Sharjah by buying their own flat, the property market is vast and options are nearly limitless.

Types of Apartments in Sharjah

The typical studio flat in Sharjah will have a floor plan with 375 sq. ft. of floor space combined with one bath. Those interested in buying 1-bed flats in Sharjah can expect the typical unit to have 314 sq. ft. of floor space and one bath. There are also 2-BHK apartments in Sharjah where the most popular floor plan includes 1,063 sq. ft. of floor space combined with three baths. For a couple with two children, an ideal apartment for sale would be a flat with 3-beds. A unit in this category will have 2,087 sq. ft. of floor space with four bathrooms. Finally, the largest flat in Sharjah will have four beds and five baths with 2,243 sq. ft. of floor space. Many apartment buildings will offer waterfront living, but this depends on the locality.

Popular Areas of Sharjah

At the top of the list is the community of Al Jada. Located on the outskirts of Sharjah, this is a new community in the making, offering investors the opportunity for freehold ownership. The community is situated between the intersection of two major roads which are E88 and E311. Just south of the community, residents will find the University of Sharjah. In this community, investors seem most interested in purchasing studio flats. In second place is the community of Al Khan which offers creek-side/waterfront living. What’s different about Al Khan is its location, it is positioned in the most populated area in Sharjah, so the surrounding areas are fully developed and nearly all the amenities can be found nearby without travelling great distances.  The most popular apartments for sale in Al Khan come with a 2BHK floor plan. Third on the list is the Sharjah University City, which is also located on the outskirts of Sharjah. Two main roads that intersect the community are the University City Road and 127 St. Studio flats are clearly the most popular type of apartments for sale in University City. In fourth place is the district of Al Majaz which is a neighbouring district to Al Khan. The properties offered in Al Majaz are similar in nature to those offered in Al Khan. Al Majaz is in the middle of two major intersections, Al Wahda Street and King Faisal Street. Respectively, 2-bed units are the most in-demand flats in Al Majaz. Finally, fifth on the list is the district of Muwaileh which is located just east of Maliha Road with Sharjah Industrial Area 15 to its west. In Muwaileh, studios are the most in-demand floor plan for freehold apartments.

Lifestyle in Sharjah

Sharjah has its own unique atmosphere. It is an emirate that is known for its unique, Islamic architecture. Many expats call Sharjah their home and have established strong roots in the emirate. The lifestyle in this emirate revolves around family life as one will find that there are more families living here than single professionals. Sharjah is more conservative in comparison to its neighbour Dubai. This means that one is unlikely to find any bars or clubs in this emirate. However, this doesn’t mean that there aren’t many things to do here. Families can visit many landmarks for a fun evening out. A good example is Khalid Lagoon which is located on Al Noor Island. Here, one will learn a great deal about the art and culture of Sharjah. To reach this island, one can take a boat or the dedicated walkway that leads to the island. To enjoy quality family time, the Sharjah Classic Car Museum is a great place to visit and see over 100 classic cars in the showroom. Not only will visitors enjoy looking at interesting cars and trucks but they will also learn a great deal about the automotive history of the UAE.

Sale Trend for Apartments in Sharjah

The most popular studio flat in Sharjah can be purchased for an average price of AED 279k. A 1-bed unit, on the other hand, will sell for an average rate of AED 313k. For those who want to purchase a unit that has more than 1 room, one option is to purchase a 2-bed apartment in Sharjah that comes with 1,429 sq. ft. of floor space. A 2-bed unit with a similar floor plan will demand a sale price of AED 550k, while the largest 3-bed residential unit can be purchased for an average rate of AED 800k. For those who cannot afford to say the entire amount up front, there is the option to obtain a mortgage at a low-interest rate.