Properties for rent in Sharjah

As rental prices soar in Dubai, many expats are looking at rental property in Sharjah as an alternative option. For those who don’t mind commuting between Sharjah and Dubai, living in Sharjah could mean being able to afford rent as accommodation prices tend to have the most impact on the budgets of people. When comparing Dubai and Sharjah, residents who are used to living in Dubai will find Sharjah to be very different. This emirate is largely conservative. Residents will find few westerners living here as Sharjah is most popular with expats who belong to the Indian subcontinent or other countries within the Middle East and Africa.  Accordingly, one will rarely run into an English, Canadian, French or American expat in Sharjah.  Apart from that, Sharjah laws are based on Sharia, which means residents will not be able to indulge with Alcoholic beverages as they are banned in this emirate. However, one can always commute to Dubai or Ajman to take the edge off so to speak. Another factor to keep in mind would be public transportation. Keep in mind that Sharjah has a less developed infrastructure in regards to public transportation – and it certainly does not have a metro train service, unlike Dubai. Accordingly, for Sharjah residents, it is imperative to have their own car to get to and from their destinations. Another factor to consider is that if residents living in Sharjah need to commute to Dubai for work, they should be prepared mentally to go through the morning and evening traffic jams.  On the other end of the spectrum, there are plenty of malls and restaurants to choose from, although not at the same level as Dubai. Residents will find everything they need for their day-to-day living just a short drive away.

Types of Properties in Sharjah

The most in-demand apartments will come in a variety of ranges. These will come in the ranges of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 bedrooms. The most basic apartment will typically have 1 bedroom and 1 bath. On the other end of the spectrum, the most in-demand apartment in Sharjah will come with 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms; this flat is located in the vicinity of Corniche Al Buhaira. The most popular villa will come with 6 beds and 6 baths. While the largest villa that is in demand will have 7 bedrooms, 6 baths and around 15,000 sq. ft. of living area. In regards to commercial properties, the most popular shop seems to be located in Al Rolla mall. This shop will come with 600 sq. ft. of commercial space. In regards to office space, the most popular areas to set up office tends to be in the vicinity of Al Nud, Al Qasimiya. This office comes with 950 sq. ft. of floor space.  

Popular Areas of Sharjah

Some areas are more popular than others in Sharjah. At the top of the list are rental properties in Muwaileh. The reason for its popularity is its affordable rents. On top of that, this area is close to all the schools and universities. For instance, University City is just 15 minutes away. Next, the second most popular units are the rental properties in Qasmia. This community is strategically located between King Faisal Mosque and Sharjah’s most unique mall known as Mega Mall. The Al Qasmia area is also famous for having a variety of retail chains such as Gift Village, Splash and other great places. Third on the list is the community of Al Nahda which has several mid to high-rise residential buildings. Accordingly, Al Nahda has been known to offer a combination of furnished and unfurnished residential units. Another interesting place to enjoy molecular food is the Black Salt Restaurant. This restaurant employs the use of liquid nitrogen to create unique and impressive desserts. The average person can expect to pay around AED 220 per visit. 

Lifestyle in Sharjah

The Emirate of Sharjah pays great emphasis to family life. However, one should not make the mistake of comparing Sharjah to Dubai. Certainly, Sharjah can be described as more conservative and themed around historical architecture while Dubai is more about promoting a modern and contemporary lifestyle. Most Sharjah residents live here because the rent prices are considerably cheaper when compared to Dubai. Also, commuting between Dubai and Sharjah seems practical if done 5 to 6 days a week. On the other end, not only is Sharjah a convenient place to live in but is also considered the cultural capital of UAE. It has plenty of museums and places of interest that are themed on the regions’ history, culture and lifestyle. When it comes to dining out, Sharjah offers a great selection of restaurants that fall into both casual and formal dining categories. Accordingly, at the top of the fine dining restaurant list is a Turkish restaurant that goes by the name of Emigran Sutis. This restaurant is located in front of the ocean and is a great place to dine on the weekends. The specialities include Turkish foods such as Pide, Kunafa and other traditional Turkish dishes. This restaurant is open from 8 am to 12 am every day. The average cost per person will be around AED 250. 

Rent Price Trend for Properties in Sharjah

Taking the number 1 spot for the most popular area for renting in Sharjah are the properties in Al Nahda where the typical 1-bed will rent for AED 37K per annum. 2-beds apartments, on the other hand, will rent for 45K and 3-beds will rent for 76K. Coming in at second place is the real estate in Muwaileh where 1-beds will rent for AED 30K per annum while 2-beds can be rented for AED 44K per annum. Finally, those interested in 3-beds will have to pay an average yearly rent of AED 60K. Next, when it comes to Al Taawun real estate, one can expect 1-bed apartments to rent for AED 39K. For 2-beds it will be between AED 51K and AED 68K per annum.