Al Juraina 1, Sharjah

Al Juraina 1 is a residential community in Sharjah situated adjacent to the University City Sharjah, next to Al Dhaid Road (E88). It is one of the four sub-districts of Al Juraina set on the northern end featuring villas and residential plots for sale. The neighbourhood is home to plenty of communal facilities and two iconic cultural and convention centres; Sharjah House of Wisdom and Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre.

• A sub-community in Al Juraina, Sharjah
• Offers villas in different layouts
• In proximity to reputable educational facilities
• A few minutes away from Matajer Al Juraina
• Direct access to Al Dhaid Road and Sharjah International Airport

Al Juraina 1 is a family-friendly neighbourhood offering easy access to amenities and notable landmarks of the city. Its strategic location provides hassle-free commutes to key areas such as Muwaileh Commercial and Mughadir Suburb.

Properties in Al Juraina include villas mainly available in different layouts. The two-storey villas in the sub-district spread over an area of 4,000 sq. ft. to 12,000 sq. ft. featuring expansive outdoor spaces and spacious rooms. Each villa has bedrooms with an attached bathroom, fitted kitchen, majlis and an in-house parking facility.

The price range of villas for sale in Al Juraina 1 is as follows:

• The average sale price of 4-bedroom villas for sale is AED 1.2M while it goes up to AED 1.3M for 5-bedroom residences
• The 8+-bedroom villas can be purchased for AED 8M

A few residential plots for sale in Al Juraina 1 Sharjah are available at AED 6M. It is to be noted that the price range of properties in an area largely depends on the coverage area and offered amenities.

The residential community has ample parking spaces accommodating visitors and residents alike. Most of the villas come with a garage while the street parking facility is available for guests.

The mode of public transportation in Al Juraina 1 include bus and taxi services. There are a few bus stations in the area from where residents can take Route 15 Bus running between Sharjah International Airport and Rolla district. With this bus service, reaching the central city would take only a 20-minute drive. Hailing a cab is another option if you have to reach somewhere urgently.

There is no shortage of supermarkets near Al Juraina 1 Sharjah offering a wide range of quality products. These include Takamul Supermarket, Shabiat Al Madinah Supermarket LLC and Wahat Al Yasmin Supermarket. Moreover, there is an outlet of Carrefour within a 5-minute drive. It is one of the best supermarkets in Sharjah located in Matajer Al Juraina.

Al Salaf Al Saleh Mosque in Al Juraina 1 is situated on the northeastern side of the community. It is the only mosque in the sub-district facilitating Muslims. Other mosques nearby include Alemam Ibn Hazem Mosque, Samrah Bin Jundub Mosque and Al Tawabeen Mosque.

Christians residing in the community can visit churches in Sharjah within a 20-minute drive. The popular ones include St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Grace Evangelical Church and Church of Virgin Mary & Egyptian Coptic Orthodox.

Since the residential community is situated close to the educational hubs of the emirate, parents can find plenty of options for their children. Some notable ones include Australian International School (AIS) a 10-minute drive and Sharjah English School. Those looking for the best American schools in Sharjah can opt for Al Wahda Private School in the neighbouring community of Al Qarayen. The school offers quality education to kindergarten to Grade 12 students. Other schools near Al Juraina 1 are Sharjah Ambassador School (SAS) and GEMS Millennium School.

University City Sharjah is home to several reputable higher education options such as the American University of Sharjah, the University of Sharjah and Al Qasimia University. All these top universities in Sharjah are easily accessible within a 15-minute drive.

University Hospital Sharjah is the nearest healthcare facility for residents situated a 5-minute drive away. It is one of the best hospitals in Sharjah offering services for family medicine, dermatology, orthopaedic surgery, cardiology and several other diseases. Other clinics near Al Juraina 1 include Prime Medical Centre and Access Clinic Muwaileh.

Al Juraina 1 is positioned amongst the popular residential communities of the city. Towards the east lie Al Gharayen and Al Badea Suburb while Al Noaf is situated on the south-eastern side. The other sub-districts of Al Juraina such as Al Juraina 2, Al Juraina 3 and Al Juraina 4 are on the southern side of the community. Other nearby areas include Sharjah Industrial Area and Al Zahia.

There are two shopping malls near Al Juraina 1; Matajer Al Juraina and Zero 6 Mall. Located within a 5-minute drive, both malls are home to several retail outlets, dining options and entertainment facilities. Besides these the best malls in Sharjah, residents can also visit Safari Mall and City Centre Al Zahia in less than a 15-minute drive.

There are a few cafes and restaurants in Al Juraina 1 located on the northern end of the community. These include Saddle Café, Chie Restaurant, Kuro by She Burger, Frame X La Cabra and MLKIT by Gossip. Moreover, some best restaurants in Sharjah such as Crisol and Black Salt are also situated in the neighbouring community and accessible within a 10-minute drive.

Since Al Juraina 1 is an inland area of the emirate, residents planning a day at the beach will have to drive for around half an hour towards the west. Al Khan Beach and Al Mamzar Beach are two of the best beaches in Sharjah offering water sports facilities and plenty of fun-filled activities to visitors.

Sharjah House of Wisdom is an iconic and cultural landmark in Al Juraina 1. The smart design of the 105,000-book library is inspired by the House of Wisdom in Baghdad and infused with modern essentials. It is a two-storey glass building designed by the UK-based architectural firm Foster + Partner featuring a floating roof and aluminium screens.

There are different sections in the library such as Al Jazri Lab is the 3D fabrication lab, a children’s library, outdoor reading spaces and Espresso Book Machine. Students and professionals can use the seven specially designed pods in the library for meetings or discussions. Other facilities in the library include separate prayer areas, an in-house café, parking spaces and an education space dedicated to children.

When Sharjah was declared the World Book Capital City for the year 2019 by UNESCO, a ‘Scroll’ monument was placed in the North Garden of House of Wisdom. the monument was designed by UK-based artist Gerry Judah in order to celebrate the cultural achievement of the emirate.

Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Al Juraina 1 is another notable facility established in 2013 for residents. The convention centre was developed under the patronage of Her Highness Shaikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah to provide an immaculate space for hosting events. The facility has high-end fully-furnished halls for hosting weddings, corporate events, social gatherings and other types of events. It is located on Al Dhaid Road with easy access to Sharjah Airport.

The residential community is home to a park with a dedicated children’s play area, lush green spaces and seating areas. Other community parks nearby include Al Qarayen Park and Al Jada Park.

Indoor fitness options include Muwaileh Fitness and Jenoub Ladies Fitness. Both gyms are located within a 10-minute drive. Salons and spas near Al Juraina 1 for ladies are also situated within a short drive. Red Door Ladies Salon and Reesh Muwaileh are a few of them.

Residents can take part in the events hosted by Matajer Al Juraina and Zero 6 Mall.

Al Juraina 1 is relatively a small residential community in Sharjah offering expansive residences. However, it is located a bit far from the central city and requires a 20 to 25-minute drive to reach key areas of the emirate.

Al Juraina 1 is a sub-district located on the northern end of Al Juraina, Sharjah.

The residential community offers villas mainly in different layouts.

• Sharjah International Airport is accessible within a 7-minute drive
• A 20 to 25-minute drive to Al Khan and Rolla Area 
• It will take less than half an hour to drive to the emirate of Ajman