Al Helio, Ajman

Al Helio is an extensive residential community in Ajman located on the eastern end of the emirate, close to the Ajman-Sharjah border. It has three sub-communities; Al Helio 1, Al Helio 2 and Al Helio Downtown offering mid-rise apartment buildings and spacious villas in different layouts. The strategic location and affordable price range of properties have made it one of the most sought-after residential hubs in Ajman for both residents and investors. As per Bayut & dubizzle’s Market Report for Ajman H1 2022, Al Helio is one of the top areas to buy apartments and villas in Ajman.

• A residential district of Ajman
• Consists of three sub-communities
• Offers apartments and villas in different layouts
• A serene neighbourhood with all the basic amenities and facilities
• Direct access to Al Hamriyah Road and Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street

Al Helio, also spelt as Al Heliow is a family-friendly area located on the outskirts of the city. In terms of residential properties, the neighbourhood offers villas and apartments in different configurations. Those interested in constructing the home of their choice will find residential plots in the community also. The easy availability of schools, healthcare centres and recreational facilities makes it a popular residential community in Ajman.

Al Helio offers villas, apartments and residential plots. Villas in Al Helio are available in 3 to 5-bedroom layouts with an area ranging between 2,600 sq. ft. to 5,000 sq. ft. These two-storey units come with an expansive living area, fitted kitchen, attached bathroom in bedrooms and a majlis. Most of the villas in the community feature a private garden and a covered parking facility.

Apartments in the residential community are available in studios and 1-bedroom layouts. The mid to low-rise apartment buildings in the community come with a shared parking area and plenty of recreational facilities such as a pool and park. The marble flooring, fitted kitchen and attached bathrooms in these apartments make them suitable for individuals and families alike.

Moreover, there are a few residential plots available in Al Helio 1 for end-users interested in constructing the home of their choice. The coverage area of these plots ranges from 2,900 sq. ft. to 9,380 sq. ft. The price range of these plots depends on the available amenities and coverage area.

Al Helio is further divided into three sub-communities; Al Helio 1, Al Helio 2 and Al Helio Downtown. Take a look at the most popular communities before renting or buying a property in the neighbourhood.

Finding a parking spot in Al Helio Ajman isn’t a hassle since each residential unit offers ample parking spaces. Those residing in villas will find the covered parking area for one or two vehicles inside the house while apartment buildings offer an allocated space. On the other hand, visitors can use the street parking area if the in-house facility is filled up.

Residents can easily commute using means of public transportation in Ajman such as buses and taxi services. Ajman Al Mussalah bus station and Humaidiyah Park bus station are two bus stations in Al Helio from where residents can take the bus. Moreover, they can also take Dubai to Ajman bus in half an hour’s drive to visit the popular landmarks and recreational spots of the emirate.

Those with private conveyance can use Al Hamriyah Road (S114) and Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid City to reach central areas. Both the roads connect the neighbourhood with Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) in a short drive.

There is no shortage of supermarkets in Al Helio for day-to-day grocery shopping. Al Jasar Supermarket and Marhaba Al Jadeed Supermarket are located in Al Helio 1 while residents of Al Helio 2 can head to Al Ruman Supermarket and Al Khair Grocery located on Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street.

For larger grocery hauls, the best supermarkets in Ajman are also located nearby. These include Carrefour in City Centre Ajman, Sun City Hypermarket on Al Nuaimia Street and Bee Hypermarket in Al Rashidiya. All these supermarkets are accessible in a 15 to 17-minute drive from Al Helio.

There are several mosques in Al Helio where residents can offer their daily prayers. Naim Bin Masood Mosque, Salheen Mosque and Masjid Al Helio are a few of them. One of the notable mosques of Ajman, Amina Bint Ahmad Al Ghurair Grand Mosque is an 18-minute drive away via Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street. The mosque is known for its Moroccan and Andalusian architecture and colourful projections.

Residents will have to travel a bit far to visit churches near Al Helio. Winners Chapel International Ajman in Al Rashidiya 1 and St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in Al Yarmook area are the nearest ones, accessible in a 20-25 minute drive.

Those looking for nurseries near Al Helio with quality child care and preschool programs can head to Kids Town Nursery and City Kids Nursery. Both nurseries are located a 16 to 20-minute drive away.

Parents with young children will find reputable educational institutes nearby. Ibn Taymeyah School, Woodlem Park School and The Emirates National School Sharjah are a few of the schools near Al Helio. The area is also surrounded by one of the best schools in Ajman, these include Avalon Heights World Private School and The International School of Choueifat. Both these schools are located at a 16 to 20-minute drive away.

Al Watan University in Al Helio is under construction at the moment. Once completed, it will offer graduate and post-graduate programs in different disciplines. For now, students will find Ajman University at a short drive of 15-minutes via Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street. It is one of the oldest universities in Ajman offering graduate and undergraduate programs which are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education. Other universities nearby are Gulf Medical University and City University College of Ajman (CUCA).

There are plenty of medical healthcare facilities for residents near the neighbourhood. Al Hemaya General Clinic, First Aid Medical Clinic and Al Bustan Medical Centre are a few clinics near Al Helio located a 16 to 17-minute drive away. Residents can also visit the best hospitals in Ajman in a short drive of 16 to 20-minutes. These include Saudi German Hospital Ajman and Ajman Speciality General Hospital.

The strategic position of Al Helio provides residents ease of commuting to the neighbouring areas of the emirate. To the west lies Al Jurf and Al Zahya whereas Emirates City is positioned on the southern side. Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street runs along the area connecting Al Helio to Al Zubair Orchards and Al Rahmaniya in Sharjah. Other neighbouring areas include Al Yasmeen and Al Hamidiyah.

City Centre Ajman and Ajman China Mall are popular shopping malls near Al Helio. City Centre Ajman is home to around 79 retail outlets of local and international brands including Carrefour, VOX Cinema, Magic Planet and multi-cuisine dining outlets. It is conveniently located on Al Ittihad Street offering easy access to residents. Dana Mall is another best mall in Ajman spread across three floors with more than 200 retail outlets. It is located a 19-minute drive away via Sheikh Zayed Street.

There is an array of local eateries, cafes and casual dining restaurants near Al Helio. Popular ones include Lavender Restaurant and Cafeteria, Al Mahara Cafeteria, Filini Restaurant, Zauk Restaurant and Eat On Restaurant.

For fine dining cuisine, residents can head to the western side of the emirate. Here, they can visit one of the top restaurants in Ajman Corniche, these include Sabella’s in Ajman Hotel and Dragon’s Place in Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel. Both restaurants are located within a 30-minute drive. Ajman China Mall also offers casual dining options such as Venezia, Chinese Delicacy Restaurant and Coshary Roah.

To visit beaches near Al Helio, residents will have to drive for around 30-minutes as the neighbourhood is located far away from the beaches. Ajman Beach is popular for sun-and-sand relaxation while Al Hamriya Beach is known for its jogging track. Other beaches nearby are Al Zorah Public Beach and Mangrove Beach.

Al Tallah Camel Race Course is a popular leisure spot and notable landmark near Al Helio. The ancient Bedouin sport is practised with a modern twist at Al Tallah Racecourse, visitors can watch the camel gallop around the track while their owners zoom alongside camels in the fleet.

Another notable landmark nearby is Sharjah National Park. It covers an area of 630 km sq. ft. with ample green space. Other attractions of the park include barbecue areas, a play area for children and a duck pond.

Al Helio Park is one of the beautiful parks in Ajman. It has swings, a gaming arena, barbecue facilities, food stalls, ample parking space and a mosque. Other parks nearby include Al Hamidiyah Park, Al Yasmin Park and Al Zubair Public Park. These parks are located within a 6 to 10-minute drive.

Fitness enthusiasts will find plenty of gyms near Al Helio. The Gym Sports Center, Alriffa Fitness Gym and Blue Star Gym are a few of them accessible in a 17 to 19-minute drive.

Ladies can unwind in some of the finest spas near Al Helio. Lavender Spa, Swan Spa and Gardenia Spa are an 8-minute drive away. Other options include Estraha Spa, Body and Soul Health Club & Spa and Thai Spa Massage Moroccan Bath.

Al Tallah Camel Race Course hosts the annual Camel Festival in February where different activities are arranged for guests. Residents can also visit The City Centre Ajman which organizes colourful festivals throughout the year.

Al Helio is a well-known neighbourhood of Ajman offering basic facilities to residents and profitable options to investors. However, it is a developing area with underdevelopment projects which means residents will have to travel to the neighbouring communities for recreational facilities. The lack of public transportation might be another concern for tenants.

• 19-minutes to Sharjah International Airport
• Ajman China Mall is 20-minutes away via Sheikh Zayed Street
• It will take 15-minutes to reach Ajman University
• Al Tallah Camel Race Course is a 15-minute drive away