Abu Shagara

Strategically positioned between Al Wahda Street (E11) and King Faisal Street, Abu Shagara is a residential community in the central region of Sharjah. Along with the famous Abu Shagara Park at the centre, the area houses car showrooms, automobile workshops, retail centres and supermarkets. The community boasts an array of residential buildings with quite a few affordable accommodation options. According to the Annual Sharjah Property Market Report 2020, the district is one of the most popular areas in Sharjah for renting affordable apartments.

• Enjoys a central location in Sharjah
• Offers affordable yet well-facilitated apartments
• Family-friendly community
• Closer proximity to major areas of the emirate
• Hosts residents from different nationalities
• Home to Abu Shagara Park
• Dubai is accessible in less than 30 minutes

The bustling community of Abu Shagara is primarily composed of mid-rise residential buildings. Residents can find almost every facility within the confines of the area. The family-friendly neighbourhood has restaurants, mosques, gyms and salons within walking distance from the residential buildings. Another benefit of living in Abu Shagara is its closeness to popular recreational spots and malls in the city.

Abu Shagara offers a wide variety of apartments and the area primarily has mid-rise residential buildings. Ranging from studios to 3-bedroom apartments, the residential units have diverse configurations. It is an investor hot spot as well, mainly due to the price and quality of the properties on offer in Abu Shagara.

The residential properties for rent in Abu Shagara feature various amenities and offer an easy-going lifestyle to its residents. Most residential buildings have security systems, maintenance staff, backup generators and swimming pools. Both furnished and unfurnished apartments in the area justify their prices.

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Residents have access to the parking spaces within the residential buildings. However, parking in other areas of the neighbourhood can be a hassle as there are only a few parking spaces.

On the other hand, public transportation in Abu Shagara is convenient due to the many bus stops at short intervals. Most of the bus stations are located on King Faisal Street, towards the north of the community. If you are looking to catch a taxi instead then that is also quite easy.

The supermarkets in Abu Shagara are present on almost every corner making grocery shopping easier for every resident. Here, one can find a few of the most visited supermarkets in Sharjah including Sharjah Co-operative Society. It is the first go-to market for many households and operating since a long time within the community. An outlet of Spinneys is also available behind Crystal Plaza on King Faisal Road.

Small grocery shops such as Al Urooj Grocery or Al Urooj Supermarket as it is also called, Al Mustashar Grocery and Al Madinah Al Khadhra Grocery can be found in Abu Shagara.

Residents can find a wide range of produce at City Centre Supermarket or as it is also called New City Centre Supermarket, Choitrams and Venicia Supermarket. Apart from this, Al Madina Supermarket, Kraz Supermarket, Amber Supermarket and a few others are located within the community.

The mosques in Abu Shagara are evenly spread out. These include Habbab Ibn Al Munther Mosque, Al Bara’a Ibn Malik Mosque and Al Salam Mosque. Also, the famous Al Noor Mosque is a short drive away from Abu Shagara. Constructed with classic Ottoman-inspired designs, the much-visited mosque is characterised by its captivating architecture. The religious site is one of the most favoured destinations by tourists. The beautiful mosque also hosts guided tours arranged by the Sharjah Centre for Cultural Communication.

The Christian community members can find several churches nearby. A cluster of churches in the neighbourhood of Al Yarmook are a 10-minute drive away from Abu Shagara. These include St. Michael’s Catholic Church, the Russian Orthodox Church and St. Martin’s Anglican Church. As for temples, there are none in Sharjah currently. However, the residents can visit Shiva Temple and Shrinath Ji Temple in Dubai. The commute to the temples from Abu Shagara to the Bur Dubai area will take around 25 minutes. The Sikh Gurudwara and Sindhi Gurdarbar are also a few of the temples in Bur Dubai.

One can find a few nurseries and schools near Abu Shagara, concentrated in the neighbouring communities. For younger children, the parents can decide between Al Lulu Nursery and Al Farha Nursery; both are a short distance away.

One can also access a few of Sharjah’s top Indian schools at a short drive. Following the Indian curriculum, Sharjah Indian School is a 6 to 10-minute drive from the neighbourhood. Right next to it is Happy Home English School, which follows the British Curriculum. Apart from these, parents can also opt for Progressive English School and Radiant School in the nearby community of Al Yarmook.

For higher education, the Emirates Institute for Banking & Financial Studies is a short drive away. Moreover, universities in University City Sharjah are accessible in around 20 minutes by car. One can find various renowned universities there including the American University of Sharjah, the University of Sharjah and Skyline University College.

Aster Clinic, Thumbay Clinic and Dr. Ashok Menon Medical Center are all located within the community.  There is also Right Medical Centre which offers specialized healthcare services including dentistry, plastic surgery, gynaecology and obstetrics.

There are few hospitals near Abu Shagara as well. These include Medcare Hospital and Sharjah Corniche Hospital, both of which are known to provide premium treatments.

Abu Shagara is positioned between Al Wahda Street and King Faisal Street. The neighbouring districts are Bu Daniq, Al Nud and Corniche Al Buhaira. You can reach Al Mahatah, Al Yarmook, Industrial Area and Al Ghubaiba within a short drive.

There are a few shopping centres in the area, while residents can also find a few malls near Abu Shagara. The 4-storey mixed-use centre, Mega Mall Sharjah, is a 7-minute drive from the community. The massive mall features local and international brands along with restaurants, an indoor family theme park and a cinema.

City Centre Sharjah is another mall within proximity for the residents. It is 10 minutes away, the mall offers a range of high-end retail options. Located on King Faisal Street, residents can also visit Safeer Market for a shopping spree.

You can find various restaurants in Abu Shagara including several Asian and South Asian eateries.

The Indian restaurant Malabar Regency Restaurant attracts many diners daily. Other restaurants include Kamat Restaurant, Bab Abu Shagarah Restaurant and Cancun Restaurant. Apart from these, Shakespeare and Co. and Lebanese restaurant Zaroob are a short drive away. For a quick bite or takeaways, the residents can also head to McDonald’s, Dunkin Donuts, Pizza Hut and Krispy Kreme within a 10-minute short drive.

The beaches near Abu Shagara include Al Khan Beach and Al Mamzar Beach Park. Al Khan Beach is close to Abu Shagara, it is a short 14-minute drive away. The beach offers various sports activities including kite surfing, banana boat rides, parasailing and water sports. Not only this, but the visitors can also savour a variety of food items and fresh beverages while relaxing by the beach.

Al Mamzar Beach is preferred for picnicking and barbecuing and it is 20 minutes away from Abu Shagara. There are a lot of fun activities in Al Mamzar Beach Park for kids and adults alike.

Abu Shagara is home to the much-visited Abu Shagara Park. It is considered as one of the most beautiful parks in Sharjah. Lying in the middle of the neighbourhood, the park welcomes many residents every day. The park is well maintained with sports courts, running tracks and a play area for kids. Since it holds a central position in the community, residents can easily access the park.

Abu Shagara is close to various popular venues as well. One of the most famous mosques of Sharjah, Al Noor Mosque is 10 minutes away. Located on Corniche Street alongside Khaled Lagoon, Al Majaz Park is also a 10-minute drive away. The waterfront park has a built-up area of 231,000 sq. ft., boasting spectacular sceneries. The dazzling park glistens with lights at night and attracts numerous visitors every day. Not only this, but it also features recreational activities such as children’s rides, dining options and a brilliant musical fountain show.

The neighbourhood has several gyms. These include Florida Body Building Gym and New Life Style Fitness Centre or New Life Style Way Body Building Gym as it is also called. There is also an exclusive fitness centre for ladies in the neighbourhood named RawnaqFit Ladies Gym & Fitness Center. Also, there are various salons evenly spread out in the community.

Al Majaz Park, which is a short drive away from Abu Shagara, hosts various events, especially on commemorative days and holidays. On New Year’s Eve, the park organises magnificent fireworks and fountain shows which are attended by a huge crowd. Apart from this, the waterfront venue also hosts Eid and Christmas festivities, football tournaments and various other seasonal events.

Abu Shagara offers a bustling lifestyle with the provision of various facilities within the neighbourhood. The community is primarily a residential area where a large number of expatriates from different countries reside. It is a highly popular area in Sharjah which does experience problems when it comes to traffic and finding a parking space.

• Mega Mall Sharjah is 7 minutes from the community
• Al Majaz Park and Al Noor Mosque are 10 minutes away
• University City is 17 minutes away
• Sharjah International Airport lies at a distance of 18 minutes
• Dubai can be reached within 25 minutes by road