Al Taawun

Al Taawun is a bustling metropolis in Sharjah near the Dubai – Sharjah border. It is located along the curve of Al Mamzar Lake and Khalid Lagoon, leading to breathtaking views from waterfront apartments. Based on 2020 Sharjah Annual Market Report by Bayut & Dubizzle, Al Taawun ranks among popular neighbourhoods offering affordable apartments in the city.

• Sharjah Expo Centre is located on Al Taawun Street
• Surrounded by residential communities from all sides
• One of the best locations in Sharjah to rent apartments
• Equally popular among renters and real estate investors
• Some high-rise towers overlook Al Mamzar Lake and Khalid Lake
• Al Taawun Street and New Al Tawun Road are major parts of the area

Rated as one of the most desired areas to live in Sharjah, Al Taawun is a small and self-contained community. It is dominated by numerous towers and apartment buildings, some of which have shops, supermarkets and salons on the ground floor. The area is an attractive destination, especially for those looking at affordable and family-friendly properties in the emirate. Moreover, the community promotes a vibrant street life and healthy outdoor living. There are plenty of shops, parks, nurseries and recreational centres in the area. Therefore, Al Taawun is one of the best places to live in Sharjah, you may want to consider.

Properties in Al Taawun include numerous towers offering apartments for rent and sale. It is highly recommended for families and singles who like to live in close-knit communities. All the residential complexes are equipped with modern amenities required for a comfortable lifestyle. Those interested in renting properties in Al Taawun get to choose from a wide range of units from studios to 4 BHK flats.

Each apartment unit has access to community facilities such as swimming pools, fitness clubs, 24-hour concierge, maintenance and waste disposal services. And if you own a car, apartments with parking in Al Taawun are preferred choices. For investors, however, the choices among properties for sale are comparatively limited to 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed flats.

Those who move to Sharjah choose it for the affordability, convenience and lifestyle. Same is the case with properties in Al Taawun. Its mix of old and new properties offered at affordable rates are what make the area highly popular. Al Taawun is one of the most sought-after residential areas in the city. Interested ones can take a look at the most popular communities before renting or buying a property in the neighbourhood.

Hotels in Al Taawun include:

• Sharjah Palace Hotel
• Al Salam Grand Hotel
• Aryana Hotel
• Pullman Sharjah

Sharjah Palace Hotel is a 4-star hotel with luxurious 153 deluxe rooms including 51 executive suites. It has a wide range of fitness and recreation facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and billiards table. The 24-hour security, concierge services and high-end facilities for business convenience are other features of the hotel.

Al Salam Grand Hotel has 165 well-appointed guest rooms with a minibar, free Wi-Fi, a pantry and balcony offering city views. The 4-star Aryana Hotel offers elegant rooms with complimentary internet connectivity. It has an indoor swimming pool with magnificent views of the cityscape.

There are many paid and free parking spaces in Al Taawun. Each apartment building offers a dedicated parking area for residents. Likewise, the commercial spaces also have a basement or street parking slots available. Street parking can be tough to find during business hours.

Public transport in Sharjah includes buses and taxi services. Stadium Metro Station is a 6-minute drive away from Al Taawun. Those who commute through public transport can find that there are quite a few buses that pass through this route including E-303, E-303A, E-304, E-306 and E-307A.

Since the community is a bustling district of Sharjah, it is loaded with shops and other commercial spaces.

Several local supermarket chains along with souks, bakeries and grocery stores are located nearby. These shops stock a range of products, from fresh produce and meat to imported goods. Qasar Al Nahda Supermarket, Wed Al Jabal Supermarket, True Value Supermarket and Farhat Al Madina Supermarket are a few supermarkets in Al Taawun preferred for everyday items.

Nesto Hypermarket can be found in Al Arab Mall in Al Taawun. It is preferred for its weekend deals on fresh produce and imported products. 7 minutes away in Al Nahda, Sharjah you will find Lulu Hypermarket, Spinney’s supermarket and Carrefour Market. Choithrams on King Faisal Street is about 10 minutes away. Ethnic stores from the Indian subcontinent such as Al Adil Supermarket and Zahrat Pakistan Supermarket are also located in the neighbouring area Al Nahda.

A number of mosques near Al Taawun like Khalid Ibn Alwaleed Mosque, Al Ansar Mosque, Al Rahimoon Mosque, Suhail Bin Amr Mosque and Masjid-e-Fatimah Ali Mohamed are preferred for regular prayers.

Those who practise different religions must travel to other areas as there are no churches or temples in the neighbourhood. There is a large number of churches in Al Yarmook in Sharjah, residents can visit the Russian Orthodox Church, Sharjah Mar Thoma Church and more in under 15 minutes. The churches in Oud Metha, Dubai can be visited in 20 minutes or less. Options in Oud Metha consist of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral, The Dubai City Church and more.

Hindu and Sikh residents will have to visit the options in Dubai. These include Shiva Temple, Shree Krishna Haveli and ShrinathJi Temple for Hindu worshippers, while Sikh worshippers can visit the Guru Nanak Darbar. All these options are located in Bur Dubai, 20-minutes away.

There are some nurseries and daycare centres such as Little Wonders Nursery, Chubby Cheeks Nursery and Maharat Al Khaleej Nursery where parents can send their young children. Older students can attend the Victoria International School of Sharjah, it is one of the best schools in Al Taawun. The school follows the Australian curriculum and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) for its senior year students.

Al Durrah International School is located opposite of Al Taawun, it offers the American curriculum from kindergarten to high school. Further north in the Bu Daniq area you will find Al Mazaya Private School, Al Mustaqbal Private School and Pakistan Islamia Higher Secondary School. Eaton Business School is also located in the community, It is a higher education institute offering professional diplomas and master’s degrees.

Nearby universities include Lincoln University of Business and Management, Westford University College, Emirates Institute for Banking & Financial Studies and Victoria Management Studies.

There are a few clinics and hospitals in Al Taawun. Oriana Hospital is located towards the northern side of the community, near Expo Centre Sharjah. Oriana Hospital is one of the top hospitals in Sharjah that looks after general health problems and specialises in the paediatric department. Hospitals near Al Taawun are Thumbay Hospital in Al Qusais and NMC Speciality Hospital and Zulekha Hospital in Al Nahda, Dubai. These three options are under 8 minutes away.

Residents can find Medcare Medical Centre, Art Medical Center and Oxygen Medical Center for less serious ailments. There are two branches of Aster Pharmacy in the neighbourhood, as well as Al Hala Pharmacy, Al-Fares Pharmacy and Al Sakinah Pharmacy.

The community is located close to the Dubai – Sharjah border and it offers quick access to the Al Ittihad Street (E11) highway connecting both emirates. Frequent travellers can find living in Al Taawun to be convenient. Moreover, it is bounded by notable residential communities of Sharjah which makes it an even more attractive place. The areas that are close-by include Al Nahda Sharjah and Al Nahda Dubai. Other closeby districts include Al Mamzar, Al Qasba, Corniche Al Buhaira and Al Khan are also close by districts.

Al Taawun residents have access to a few of the top shopping malls in Sharjah.

Owned by the hospitality and retail group Majid Al Futtaim, there are around five Matajer Malls in Sharjah. One of these, Matajer Al Khan is in the vicinity of Taawun offering a wide range of brands including Carrefour, UAE Exchange and more.

Al Arab Mall near Taawun Roundabout is another one to head straight to. It is a shoppers paradise and also a popular tourist attraction. The mall features many eateries, play areas for children and entertainment activities besides a wide range of retail stores. It also has a Nesto Supermarket for those looking to get some grocery shopping done.

Slightly further away, Ansar Mall in Al Nahda, Sharjah is a favourite for fashion and furniture shopping. Other nearby malls include Safeer Mall, Sahara Centre and iMall.

Many budget eateries, fast-food chains and casual dining restaurants are located in Al Taawun. Cafeterias in Al Taawun are pocket friendly, a few popular options include Zekrayat Al Sham Cafeteria, Falafil Al Rabiah Al Khadra Cafeteria, Laffah Cafeteria. International chains such as KFC, Subway, Burger King, Pizza Hut and more are all present in the area.

Other restaurants in Al Taawun include American eateries such as Wazzup Dog, Road House American Diner and Bob’s House. Arabic restaurants include Safartus Restaurant and Dar Ward Restaurant. One of the best restaurants in Sharjah is Khubz & Meleh Restaurant that is known for serving Lebanese cuisine. Indian food can be found at Delicious Corner Restaurant, Dawar Al-Tawoon Restaurant and Thalassery Restaurant.

For sweet treats, you can visit Mahrosah Sweets and Feras Sweets in Al Taawun. Just across the road in Al Nahda you can find Baskin Robbins, London Dairy and Al-Mukhtar Bakery.

The best option for a fun day out is Al Mamzar Beach near Al Taawun. It has many activities on offer such as water sports and camel rides. Al Mamzar Beach Park which is right next to the beach offers picnic spots and barbecue areas for families and individuals. One can find some beach-view eateries as well. Al Khan Beach is another beach near Al Taawun. It has a dedicated swimming area for adults and children, water sports activities and jogging tracks.

Al Taawun has quick access to notable landmarks of Sharjah that are popular around the world. Central Souk and Al Noor Island are reachable within 13 minutes via Al Wahda Street. Those who appreciate artwork can visit Sharjah Art Museum within 14 minutes. Otherwise, for a fun evening out residents can visit the waterfront communities of Al Qasba, Al Majaz and Al Khan.

Located on Al Taawun Street, Al Qasba Sharjah is artisans favourite and a top tourist site in the city. From theatres to museums and art centres, there’s everything you’d imagine for a typical art valley to offer. Here, Maraya Art Centre is the hub of artistic and cultural activities. Also Al Qasba keeps kids entertained at a dedicated fun area while everyone can enjoy go karting facilities, water karts and musical fountain.

For fun-filled evenings, you can head out to Al Nahda Park Sharjah, Al Mamzar Park or Al Majaz Park located nearby. All the three alternatives have playgrounds and tracks. Furthermore, one can go to Pullman Sharjah – popular-favourite among those who’d like to go for swimming. Here you will have access to an outdoor infinity pool and an indoor pool, a few of the best swimming pools in Sharjah. Besides, the hotel has a poolside bar and many restaurants.

Health-conscious residents and fitness enthusiasts can find Bab Al Shams Fitness, Al Nahda Fitness Centre and Al Awaiel Gym nearby. Finally, there are plenty of choices for pampering treatments at Al Samawy Ladies Salon, Chicago Ladies Salon, Cuts and Curls Ladies Salon and Tulip Beauty. Latter is a popular option counted among the top salons in Sharjah. Those specifically in search of nail salons in Sharjah can find one right opposite Euro Arabian Hospital within the community, Pink Nails Salon.

Al Taawun’s prime location is one of the reasons why it is such a popular community. However, residents will have to keep the pros and cons of Al Taawun in mind if they are considering moving to the neighbourhood. It is located near the border and it does face traffic congestion at peak times.

Rental trends vary based on apartment type and size. Generally, the average annual rents around here start from AED 13k.

Sizes may vary based on configurations.

• A studio in Al Taawun may span around 418 sq. ft.
• 1-bed flat in Al Taawun may cover around 926 sq. ft.
• 2-bedroom apartment spans across 1,450 sq. ft.
• 3 bed apartment in Al Taawun covers around 2,388 sq. ft.

• The emirate of Dubai is 7 minutes away
• Closely neighbours the vibrant community of Al Qasba
• Sharjah Art Museum is reachable in less than 15 minutes
• 22-minute Drive to Sharjah International Airport via E-11/S-113 route