Al Hamidiyah

Al Hamidiyah or Al Hamidiya is a large community that is located close to the eastern outskirts of Ajman. The neighbourhood has two large sub-communities that lie between the neighbouring communities of Al Raqaib, Al Muntazi and Al Rawda. There are several residential buildings that offer a decent range of bed-types as well as a great number of large properties such as 3 to 9-bedroom villas. According to Bayut’s H1 2019 Market Report for Ajman, Al Hamidiya has been voted as one of the top areas for renting and buying villas in the city.

• Connected to most areas of the city through Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street.
• Residential properties include freehold and rental villas as well as apartments for rent.
• Close to Ajman China Mall and Ajman University.
• Home to Sport Park and Al Hamidiya Police Station.

Al Hamidiyah, for the most part, is a residential community that is rich with large and stylish villas. One may also find many apartments that feature practical layouts suitable for singles and small families.

The neighbourhood is also one of the key areas playing a significant role in boosting Ajman’s popularity amongst locals as well as expats. Many choose to live in Ajman and work in Dubai to cut down the hefty cost of living. Al Hamidiyah makes that possible because it offers many types of properties with affordable rental prices. Investors, as well as residents, can find a large house for lower prices as compared to the price trends of properties in Dubai or central Ajman. This area guide will walk you through all the reasons that make Al Hamidiyah an ideal place to live in.

There are several designated areas within the community for commercial purposes as well. Many commercial and government facilities such as a police station, medical centres, schools, markets and restaurants are concentrated in the lower region of the neighbourhood.

Residential properties in Al Hamidiyah are predominantly made up of apartments and villas. Mostly unfurnished, villas in Al Hamidiyah come in a range of bed-types ranging for 3-bed to 9-bed units.

These duplex villas feature a closed semi-furnished kitchen, large master bedrooms with attached closets, multiple hallways and a separate bedroom for the house help. They also contain large outdoor areas such as a front yard or a backyard and a rooftop. All indoor areas are distributed across two floors.

When it comes to apartments, the neighbourhood does not have a lot of variety in bed-types. However, you can choose from popular rental apartments such as studios and 1-beds. The buildings in this community have varying floor counts that range between low to mid-rise. Apart from the contemporary-style residential buildings, one may even come across a few modern office buildings.

Studios for rent in Al Hamidiyah are charged for a yearly price between AED 12k and AED 15k, while rental 1 BHK flats can cost anywhere between AED 18k and AED 23k.

The properties for rent come with bigger living spaces at affordable rates, starting at AED 50k. The size of 3-bedroom villas normally ranges between 3,000 sq. ft. and 4,000 sq. ft. and their average renting price is AED 55k. An average 4-bed house is built over an area between 8,000 sq. ft. and 10,000 sq. ft. and their rental prices go up to AED 80k per year.

A 5 BHK villa for rent is available with a wide range of sizes that lie between 4,750 sq. ft. and 15,000 sq. ft. Their prices vary accordingly as well, starting from AED 80k and going up to AED 200k per annum.

Consisting of five to seven bathrooms, the average size of a 6-bed villa is 10,000 sq. ft., whereas, the overall property size ranges between 5,000 sq. ft. and 15,000 sq. ft. The rents of a 6-bedroom villa vary between AED 85k to AED 250k.

One may even come across a 3-bed for sale with an area up to 10,000 sq. ft. for the price of AED 1M. The sizes of freehold 5 BHK houses in Al Hamidiyah are no different from those of rental villas, however, their price range lies between AED 1.9M and AED 2.5M. To buy a 6-bed villa in Al Hamidiyah, one should be prepared to pay an amount anywhere between AED 1.5M and AED 3M. Buy a large 7-bed villa at an average price of AED 4.2M.

When it comes to parking spaces in Al Hamidiyah, those living in villas have their own parking facility. Apartment residents are often given one single parking space but older buildings do not offer parking spaces. The area also has some designated parking lots meant for visitors.

Providing easy access for all, Ajman Public Transport Corporation has set up well-equipped and air-conditioned bus stations at several locations in Ajman. The community also benefits from well-connected bus services making public transportation in Al Hamidiyah quite convenient. The bus stations in the neighbourhood include Hamidiya Police Station Bus Stop and Economic Department Bus Stop. Al Rawda Bus Stop is close to Al Hamidiyah.

Strategically dispersed across the community, there are numerous supermarkets in Al Hamidiyah. These include Al Esteqama Supermarket or Estekama Supermarket as it is known, Al Dabdob Supermarket, Nesto Hypermarket and Safa Al Madeena Supermarket. Al Joulan Foodstuff Trading is a popular place to buy spices and herbs.

There are several mosques in Al Hamidiyah that are located close to the main road. These include Mohammed Abdullah Al Saidi Mosque, Amna Ali Al Shamsi Mosque, Al Huda Mosque and Ajman Shaikh Zayed Mosque. Other mosques within the community include Al Ittihad Masjid, Hanifa bint Ibrahim bin Yusuf Mosque and Sheikha bint Rashid Al Nuaimi Mosque.

Those looking for a Christian church near Al Hamidiyah should visit the Winners Chapel International Ajman. It is a 15-minute drive away via Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street in Al Rashidya.

Temples near Al Hamidiyah are almost a half-an-hour ride away. Hindu residents of the community would have to drive to Bur Dubai to visit the Shiva and Krishna temples.

Families with younger kids are well looked after, thanks to kindergartens in Al Hamidiyah. For instance, Cute Baby Nursery, Happy Jump Nursery and The Little Leaders School are just mere minutes away from the community’s centre.

Avalon Heights World Private School follows the British curriculum and is one of the best British schools in Ajman, while The First Academy offers the American curriculum. If you are looking for schools featuring the CBSE Indian curriculum then The Royal Academy and East Point Indian International School in Al Hamidiyah are reputed options.

Those who would like to pursue higher education can go to one of the colleges and universities in and around Al Hamidiyah. These include Gulf Medical University and Ajman University in Al Jurf, both reachable in under 10 minutes.

There are various medical clinics and hospitals in Al Hamidiyah. Notable names of clinics include Al Hamidiya Health Center, Abdul Aziz Medical Center and Eve Medical Center. The closest hospital is Sheikh Khalifa Hospital, Ajman University Dental Hospital and Thumbay University Hospital in Al Jurf.

Finding a medical store is quite convenient, with several pharmacies all over Al Hamidiyah.

One of the most prominent residential communities in Ajman is Al Rawda and it lies south of Al Hamdiyah. The mixed-use community of Al Jurf is the western neighbour for Al Hamidiya, it features many medical, commercial and educational options.

Popular for buying off-plan properties, Emirates City is situated towards the east of the neighbourhood.

If one intends to move to Al Hamidiyah, they will be relieved to know that there are several shopping centres within the community offering everything under the sun. Small community malls in Al Hamidiyah include Palm Centre and Sefelash Center. There are two malls under construction and when complete will be other options for Al Hamidiya residents.

The prominent shopping malls near Al Hamidiyah include City Center Ajman, My Mall Ajman and Ajman China Mall, which is one of the best malls in Ajman.

The neighbourhood is home to several eateries in the city that offer a variety of cuisines. Some fast-food restaurants in Al Hamidiyah that offer take-out services include KFC, Subway and McDonald’s.

Popular restaurants in Al Hamidiyah include Feza Lounge, 71OZ Steakhouse and Bezar. Food Box is a fusion restaurant combining Italian and Japanese cuisines, Al Ayaam Grills & Restaurant is popular for its Arabi dishes and Snow Flake serves delicious desserts.

Other dining options include The Kitchen Station for burgers, Roots Cafe for healthy dishes and Zucchero Cakery for delectable baked items.

Ajman Corniche is a popular evening as well as a weekend holiday destination for families. It boasts several cafes and restaurants. This beach near Al Hamidiyah is also home to many of the best staycations hotels in Ajman. These hotels include Fairmont Ajman, Ajman Saray and Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel.

Families visit Ajman Corniche for a breezy picnic by the sea, while the promenade along the shoreline is great for a refreshing stroll or a run.

Those who like to visit historical sites can drive to Ajman Museum, which is 18 minutes away towards the western coast. It is one of Ajman’s biggest attractions that also serves as a historical reminder of the city’s defence fort in the 18th century. It also has two watchtowers, two wind towers and a pair of giant cannons that overlook the main gate.

The neighbourhood also has many parks and therefore, Al Hamidiyah is deemed ideal for recreational activities. Spanning across 40,000 sq. m., Sports Park is located in the heart of the community. It is a first-of-its-kind park in Ajman that features an array of facilities for sports such as courts for volleyball, football and basketball, as well as tracks for cycling and jogging. Sports Park also has an outdoor gym and a play area for kids.

There is no shortage of gyms in Al Hamidiyah. Geared to keep one physically fit, the well-equipped fitness centres in the neighbourhood include Max Gym, Blue Star Gym and Tawazon Body Fitness.

Salons in Al Hamidiyah include Havana Beauty Salon, Louisiana Beauty Salon and Oro Beauty Centre. There is also a barbershop for men called Super Star Gents Salon.

One of the major events held near the neighbourhood is the camel racing season that comes every year at Al Tallah Came Racecourse. This racecourse in Al Tallah can be accessed in about 12 minutes.

When it comes to amenities, Al Hamidiyah is a full-fledged neighbourhood that offers an array of schools, hospitals and restaurants. As for smaller properties for sale such as apartments, the neighbourhood offers limited options. Nevertheless, people who would like to invest in bigger properties such as villas would find multiple options to choose from.

• Ajman China Mall is no more than 10 minutes away
• It will take about 10 minutes to access Ajman University
• Sheikh Zayed Street/Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street cuts through the community
• Roughly an 18-minute drive away from Ajman – Sharjah border
• The fastest route to Sharjah International Airport is via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)