Al Wahda Street in Sharjah is not just a popular residential and commercial area. It is one of the main highways in the UAE. In Dubai, it is called Sheikh Zayed Road and in Ajman, it is called Al Ittihad Street.
The residential area of Al Wahda Street lies on the western side, so residents can conveniently find notable landmarks of the city such as City Centre Sharjah, Star Cineplex, Al Noor Mosque and Al Majaz Waterfront. Other residential areas of Sharjah such as Al Taawun, Al Nahda and Abu Shagara are also easily accessible from Al Wahda Street.
Life on Al Wahda Street is quite entertaining. There are many leisure spots such as Al Majaz Park where people can relax after a tiring day. The apartments on Al Wahda Street are well-maintained and offer a wide range of amenities. These residential units are quite affordable for singles and families.
Properties on Al Wahda Street are part of low-rise and high-rise buildings. Usually, apartments for rent on Al Wahda Street are available in studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom configurations.
Apartments on Al Wahda Street feature master bedrooms, well-maintained bathrooms, spacious halls and wooden kitchen cabinets. Security staff is present outside the entrance of the building round-the-clock. The area is close to many hypermarkets, medical centres and restaurants.
One of the most popular buildings on Al Wahda Street is Alfa Centre. It is managed by Al Misk Properties and features 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. One can spot it opposite City Centre Sharjah overlooking the Corniche Al Buhaira area.
The average rent for a studio is about AED 17k yearly. 1-bedroom rental apartments on Al Wahda Street with 1,000 sq. ft. of floor area are available for AED 22k to AED 32k yearly. The annual rent for a 2-bedroom apartment starts from AED 25k and goes up to approximately AED 40k. Rents increase to AED 47k for a 3-bedroom apartment.
Due to busy streets, renting a shop on Al Wahda Street is a smart decision to boost your business. The rental prices for shops range from AED 75k to AED 425k per year, depending on the size of the unit and the amenities offered.
The place is quite crowded when it comes to visitor parking, but people living in apartments get underground parking spaces. There is free parking available in nearby malls that visitors can use.
For people who use public transport, the closest bus stops are located near City Centre Sharjah. Bus E306, E307 and E400 have routes that pass near Al Wahda Street. Taxis are also readily available in the area.
Al Wahda Street is brimming with amenities.
There are multiple supermarkets on Al Wahda Street. One of the best supermarkets in Sharjah, Lulu Hypermarket has two branches on Al Wahdah Street. One is located near Abu Shagara while the other is located in the Corniche Al Buhaira area next to Al Majaz 2. There is also a Carrefour in City Centre Sharjah.
Dar Al Tawfeer Supermarket, Al Simi Supermarket, Metro Manila Supermarket and VIVA are some local supermarkets on Al Wahda Street. These are all easily reachable on foot from the residential towers. If you enjoy snacking on fresh dry fruits and prefer loading your jars with them at every grocery visit, you can visit Al Douri Mart Supermarket and Roastery which is a 6-minute drive away.
There are several mosques on Al Wahda Street for the Muslim community at walking distances. Masjid Al-Ansar is the most popular mosque in the area. Abdullah Ibn Abbas Mosque on King Faisal Street is another beautiful mosque. Al Taqwa Mosque is located inside Al Majaz Park while Suhail Bin Amr Mosque is also another popular mosque near Al Wahda Street.
Christians can visit St. Michael’s Catholic Church and the Russian Orthodox Church in Al Yarmook community. These places of worship are a 15-minute drive away. The Hindu temples and Sikh gurudwaras can be reached in 30 minutes. They are all located in Dubai near the Dubai Museum.
There are many reputable education options near Al Wahda Street. Maharat Al Khaleej Nursery, Five Kids Nursery and Creative Home Nursery are the closest options.
Victoria International School of Sharjah (VISS) in Al Taawun can be reached in 10 minutes. VISS follows the Victorian version of the Australian curriculum and offers schooling from Pre-KG to Grade 12. Al Durrah International School in the Industrial Area can also be reached in 10 minutes. It follows the American curriculum and features a strong STEM program. One of the best British schools in Sharjah, Happy Home English School is located 12 minutes away in the community of Al Ghubaiba.
Higher education options include Exeed School Of Business and Finance and Eaton Business School, both of which are located in Al Taawun. Another option is Lincoln University of Business and Management, which is located close to the Alfa Centre building.
There are many clinics and hospitals near Al Wahda Street. Al Sarraf Medical Centre is located on Jamal Abdul Nasser Street. It provides medical care related to cardiology, dental issues and gynaecology. Genova Medical Center, Healers Medical Center, Right Medical Centre and NMC Medical Centre are also located near Al Wahda Street.
If you require hospital care, you can visit Oriana Hospital in Al Taawun, which is one of the best hospitals in Sharjah. It is roughly 10 minutes away from the area. Sharjah Corniche Hospital and Medcare Hospital are both a 7-minute drive away on King Faisal Street.
Al Majaz, a sought-after waterfront development with mini golf areas, splash parks and daycare centres is located towards the west of Al Wahda Street. The apartments for rent in Al Majaz are quite affordable considering the amenities they provide. The area is beautifully designed and well maintained. It is famous for Khalid Lagoon, its many waterfront restaurants and community events.
To the east of Al Wahda Street, Industrial Area 1 is located which also has residential apartments at affordable rates. The area has a lot of employment opportunities. The residential communities of Al Taawun, Abu Shagara and Al Nahda are also close to the street.
There are several malls near Al Wahda Street. City Centre Sharjah is the most popular shopping mall with a hypermarket, numerous local and international brands, restaurants and entertainment options such as VOX Cinemas. City Centre Sharjah is located directly opposite the residential area of Al Wahda Street. It can be reached in 5 minutes on foot.
Safeer Market, Al Fardan Center and Matajer Al Khan are popular community malls people visit for their everyday shopping needs. They can be reached in under 7 minutes.
Be it an exquisite, fancy restaurant or a small eatery everything is located here. Shakespeare and Co. is a well-known restaurant near Al Wahda Street located at a 6-minute drive. In terms of Indian food, you can visit Al Fadhil Restaurant, Bikanervala and Highland Palace Restaurant.
The food chains of top Lebanese restaurants in Sharjah such as Al Mallah, Zaroob and Jabal Lebanan Al Jadeed Restaurant are located nearby.
Restaurants in City Centre Sharjah such as Gazebo, Chowking and Nando’s are also easily accessible.
To enjoy a good day at the beach near Al Wahda Street, you can drive for 15 minutes to reach either Al Mamzar Beach Park or Al Khan Beach. Al Mamzar Beach Park features three pools, many picnic and barbecue areas, as well as play areas for children. If you are planning a luxurious picnic, you can also rent air-conditioned chalets. Al Khan Beach is also a very lively place where people can enjoy water sports and slides.
Residents can visit Al Majaz Waterfront to enjoy a day out. Another entertainment option is the hourly musical show held every evening except for Sundays at the Sharjah Musical Fountain. One can also plan a visit to the restaurants and VOX Cinemas in City Centre Sharjah
Traditional Arabian Dhow Monument is a historical landmark in Al Majaz Park. Near Al Khan Beach there are many historical monuments and landmarks such as Al Khan Historical Tower and Yacht Monument.
Residents of Al Wahda Street enjoy their time by visiting parks and fitness centres. Al Majaz Park is the most visited place in the area with lush greenery and a playground for kids.
People who prefer a healthy lifestyle will find fitness centres at small distances. Al Reem Body Fitness Hall and Sky 24 Sports & Leisure Club are situated close by. Many ladies salons are also located close to Al Wahda Street such as Tips and Toes in Al Fardan Center, Al Qamar Al Satee Ladies Salon on Al Wahda Street and Anisaty Ladies Salon in Buhaira Oasis Tower at a 6-minute drive away. Gents can visit Trimmers Hairdressing Salon & Spa, Lamsat Men Salon and Beirut Gents Salon.
Most community events are held in City Centre Sharjah as it is a hub of all such happenings. People also visit Al Majaz Waterfront to enjoy water events and musical nights.
Living on Al Wahda Street has great perks such as the availability of affordable spacious apartments, proximity to supermarkets, healthcare centres and international schools. It is an amazing neighbourhood and there is hardly a chance that people will not be happy to live here. The only downside is that the place gets a little crowded during rush hours as Al Wahda Street connects to many prime areas of Sharjah and other emirates.
Al Wahda Street is a busy street in Sharjah.