Al Majaz 3, Sharjah

Al Majaz 3  is one of the three sub-districts of Al Majaz Sharjah. The sub-community features low to high-rise apartment buildings. Al Majaz 3 is bisected by the palm-lined Al Qasba Canal and bordered by the Khalid Lake Trail, overlooking the Khalid Lagoon. It is surrounded by sub-communities of Al Khan and the Al Khaledia Suburb. The community also has plenty of exciting restaurants and recreational facilities.

• A mixed-use sub-community
• Part of Al Majaz in Sharjah
• Offers studios to 4-bedroom apartments, shops and offices
• Scenic views
• Exciting outdoor activities
• Amenities include supermarkets, healthcare facilities and mosques

The highlights of Al Majaz 3 Sharjah are:

• Home to Al Safya Park
• Features banks, restaurants and popular leisure spots
• Direct access to King Faisal Street and Corniche Street

The bustling sub-community shares borders with Khalid Lake. It is an attractive neighbourhood for renters and visitors alike as it is home to numerous amenities and popular leisure spots. Direct access to King Faisal Street and Corniche Street ensures a hassle-free commute to neighbouring communities.

Those thinking about living in Al Majaz can consider affordable apartments in Al Majaz 3. The budget-friendly bed types offered include studios, 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom flats.

Commercial properties in Al Majaz 3 include offices and shops. Offices span 900 sq. ft. to 3,200 sq. ft. whereas shops cover 325 sq. ft. to 582 sq. ft.

Offices in the neighbourhood are equipped with a range of facilities such as fire safety service, waste disposal service, elevators, a large hall, washrooms, pantry, storeroom, prayer room, CCTV surveillance and on-site parking.

Given that waterfront properties are more in demand, buying apartments in Al Majaz can be a great investment opportunity. The well-established region in Sharjah is also an ideal place to live.

Apartments for sale in Al Majaz 3, as stated earlier, come in different layouts. Residential buildings offer 1 to 4-bedroom units.

The sale trends for different bed types are as follows:

• 1-bedroom apartments for sale in Al Majaz 3 are offered for AED 350k
• 2-bedroom apartments for sale in Al Majaz 3 are available for AED 400k to AED 900k
• The sale price for 3-bedroom apartments in Al Majaz 3 ranges between AED 550k and AED 1.7M
• A 4-bedroom apartment for sale in Al Majaz 3 is available for AED 2.2M

Investors can find offices for sale in Al Majaz 3 starting from AED 650k.

Al Majaz 3 is a popular residential district as well as a tourist spot. There are many hotels in the sub-community, including:

• Copthorne Hotel Sharjah
• Golden Tulip Sharjah
• Al Buhaira Hotel Apartments

Copthorne Hotel Sharjah is one of the best hotels in Sharjah. This 4-star accommodation features 255 furnished guest rooms with many units offering stunning views of the Khalid Lagoon. All guest rooms feature a bathtub and shower. Hotel amenities include satellite TV, Wi-Fi Internet connection, electronic safe, IP telephone, voicemail, hairdryer and minibar. It is located at Corniche Al Buhaira Road، Al Majaz 3 Area.

The Golden Tulip Sharjah is a 4-star hotel featuring 264 spacious rooms and suites, including studios to 3-bedroom apartments. All rooms and suites come fully equipped with kitchenettes, and many have balconies offering panoramic views of the lagoon.

Al Buhaira Hotel Apartments are fully air-conditioned rooms suitable for people looking for a comfortable vacation rental or temporary accommodation. Rooms are fully furnished with king-size beds. Other room facilities include a large living room with a dining table, a couch, TV with cable network, 24-hour internet connection, kitchen with cooking utensils, washing machine, microwave oven, refrigerator, laundry and dry cleaning services and safe deposit lockers.

There are plenty of parking spaces in Al Majaz 3 Sharjah for residents and visitors alike. The apartment buildings come with basement parking. Those visiting the leisure spots can easily park their cars in the dedicated facility.

Residents can use the Sharjah public transport for an easy commute. One can catch the bus from Al Intifada Al Buhairaa Police Station Stop and Al Khan Street Al Buhairah Apartment Opp Stop. Taxis and online cab services are also available for travelling to nearby areas.

Many supermarkets in Al Majaz 3 are available for residents to easily fulfil their daily grocery needs. Alfayha Supermarket, Istanbul Supermarket, Awwal Al Madina Supermarket, City Centre Supermarket, Nesto Hypermarket, Al Madina Supermarket, Shams Supermarket, Al Sahlah Supermarket and Jesr Al Majaz Supermarket are some note-worthy options.

For larger grocery hauls, a branch of Carrefour is located in Al Fardan Centre Sharjah. It is one of Sharjah’s best supermarkets that stocks dairy and poultry products, grains and snacks and other confectionery items.

There are several mosques in Al Majaz 3 located within walking distance. Salamah Ibn Al Akwa Mosque, Al Hikma Mosque and Al Majd Mosque, are at 4 to 7 minutes away, on foot.

There are quite a few churches located in the Al Yarmook district in Sharjah. Here, you will find Union Church, Zion AG Church, St Michael’s Church Sharjah Parish, Emirates Christian Church Dubai, St. Martin’s Anglican Church, Russian Orthodox Church and more. These churches are around 12 minutes from Al Majaz 3.

Rayagiri DKV Madasamy Temple in Muwailih Commercial is 21 minutes away by car.

For toddlers and kids, there are many nurseries in Al Majaz. Among them, the one located in Al Majaz 3 is Kids Park Nursery.

Schools near Al Majaz 3 Sharjah include:

• Al Khalidiyah Primary School
• American School of Creative Science Al Layyah

Al Khalidiyah Primary School in Al Khaledia Suburb is a 7-minute drive by car. The American School of Creative Science Al Layyah is one of the many educational institutions operating under the Bukhatir Education Advancement & Management (BEAM). It offers the American curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 5. The state-of-the-art campus offers many modern amenities such as well equipped classrooms, libraries, meeting room, art room, Quran classroom, computer labs, innovative kitchen lab, ICT Room, indoor and outdoor playgrounds and VIP Lounge.

For higher education, one can head to York St John University UAE and Lincoln University of Business and Management. Both are located in Al Majaz 1, around 7 minutes away.

Clinics and Hospitals near Al Majaz 3 include:

• Al Hayat Medical Centre
• Al Bayan Medical Centre
• Gardenia Dental Clinic
• Health & Aesthetic Medical Centre
• Sara Medical Centre
• Al Qaser Medical Center

These medical centres and dental clinics are located within the sub-community. In case of emergencies, residents can head over to NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah at Al Zahra Street, Near Clock Tower. This hospital in Sharjah specialises in neurosurgery and cardiology.

Apart from sister communities, Al Majaz 1 and Al Majaz 2, there are some well-established sub-communities nearby. These include:

•  Al Khan
• Al Khaledia Suburb
• Al Layyah Suburb

The neighbourhood is surrounded by areas like Al Khan and Al Khaledia Suburb and Al Layyah Suburb.

Residents can head over to Al Majaz Mall, located within the sub-community.

Other notable malls near Al Majaz 3 Sharjah are:

• Al Fardan Centre ( 5 minutes)
• Matajer Al Khan ( 10 minutes)
• Safeer Mall ( 11 minutes)

Al Fardan Centre is spread across three levels and is home to retail stores of Carrefour, Mothercare, Tips and Toes and Life Pharmacy. The shopping centre also has an outlet of Fitness First offering modern equipment for exercise.

Matajer Al Khan is one of the best Matajer malls in Sharjah. The mall is home to several brand stores such as:

• X-Pressions
• Carrefour
• Dr. Nutrition
• SellAnyCar.com – Kiosk
• Smart Service – Kiosk
• Health First Pharmacy
• UAE Exchange

After a shopping spree, visitors can have a bite at McDonald’s, Texas Chicken or Vanelli’s Fresh Italian Food.

Safeer Mall is another popular shopping destination located in Al Nahda on Al Ittihad Road. It is home to around 140 retail outlets, a hypermarket, restaurants and entertainment facilities.

Al Majaz 3 is home to an eclectic selection of restaurants. These include some of the best restaurants in Sharjah, such as:

• Five Star Restaurant
• Happy Grassland Restaurant
• Bangkok Town Restaurant
• Loris Restaurant
• Baba Ghanouj Restaurant
• DineBest
•  Ushna 
• Shakespeare & Co.

All are located within the sub-community at a short distance. Among them is one of the best Indian restaurants in Sharjah, Ushna. It brings you flavours of Northern India enriched with spices.

Al Khan Beach is a 7-minute drive from the sub-community. It is famous for its lively atmosphere and watersports activities. Other renowned Sharjah beaches such as Sharjah Beach and Al Fisht Beach are a 13-minute drive by car.

Novo Cinemas is a 7-screen cinema complex with luxury seating, showing the latest international blockbusters. It is one of the best cinemas in Sharjah known for offering an innovative cinema experience.

Some leisure places and notable landmarks near Al Majaz 3 include:

• Al Majaz Waterfront ( 6 minutes away)
• Sharjah Aquarium ( 6 minutes away)
• Al Noor Island ( 9 minutes away)

Al Majaz Waterfront Park is an iconic destination spanning 231,000 sq. ft. It has a walking and jogging track, a mini-golf and cycling tracks. It also has a range of kiosks, cafes and restaurants offering mouth-watering dishes. Moreover, the park has a mosque and ample parking spaces to facilitate visitors.

Sharjah Aquarium spread across 6,500 sq. m. has 20 different aquariums on two floors. The aquarium is home to 150 marine species and also provides several facilities to ensure a comfortable and relaxing time for visitors. These include free Wi-Fi, wheelchair access, a mothers’ room, a café, a prayer room, a gift shop, restrooms, elevators and ample parking spaces.

Visitors can head to Al Noor Island, a top-favourite leisure destination featuring theme parks. It also has a dedicated literary section for writers and readers led by a tranquil walkway and gardens.

Al Safya Park is one of the most beautiful parks in Sharjah. It is popular for its basketball court and football field.

Fitness enthusiasts can keep up with their workout sessions at fitness centres in Al Majaz 3. These include:

• Sarh Al Emarat Health & Fitness Club
• Al Laith Sports Gym
• Al Rabiee Fitness Gym – Ladies Only
• Zahrat Al Amal Ladies Gym
• Emirates Sail Health & Fitness Club

These are located within the sub-community.

There are several spas and salons in Al Majaz 3. Some famous ones are:

• Calla Ladies Salon & Spa
• Enwan Al Jamal Ladies Salon
• Verve Men’s Salon & Spa
• Mariot Beauty Salon & Centre
• Al Jamal Al Sheyaka Beauty Salon

Residents can visit these salons and spas for massages and relaxation time.

Arab Cultural Club is located within the sub-community. It organises various social events throughout the year.

Residents can join the Al Majaz 3 and Sharjah Al Majaz 3 groups on Facebook to stay updated with events held in the community.

Al Majaz 3 offers many friendly amenities, including supermarkets, nurseries, clinics and shopping centres. So, there can never be a dull moment in the community. Residents and visitors, however, might have to struggle with traffic and the shortage of parking spaces.

• Sharjah Cricket Stadium is a 16-minute drive away
• Sharjah International Airport is a 25-minute drive away
• It will take a 31-minute drive to reach Dubai via E11