Asharej Al Ain

Asharej is a mix-use community in Al Ain that features Bida Bin Ammar, Mreifia, Shabhanet Ashrej and United Arab Emirates University. The neighbourhood is popular for spacious units that are perfect for large families. The abundance of educational centres, hospitals, clinics, restaurants, fitness centres, beauty salons and supermarkets is why Asharej Al Ain is preferred by people seeking out housing options.

Read the key information thoroughly before diving into the decision of buying or renting an apartment or villa in Asharej Al Ain.

• Features spacious villas and apartments
• Shops and offices are also present
• Shopping malls, hospitals, banks, salons, schools and colleges can be easily accessed
• Home to the United Arab Emirates University

The villas in Asharij Al Ain are inside a gated community with convenient access to shopping malls, cafes, restaurants, banks, hospitals, public transportation, mosques, public recreational facilities and schools. The presence of spacious and stunning villas in the community attracts residents from all walks of life. Other attractive features of the community entail big open yard area with the garden, private entrance, and indoor covered parking.

Properties for rent in Asharej Al Ain feature spacious apartments and villas. The apartments in Asharej Al Ain are well-maintained and have a living room, big kitchen with attached cupboards, bathrooms with attached bathtubs, and have wooden wardrobes. There is an abundance of cabinet and counter space. The presence of a split air conditioning system makes it the best choice for all families. There is no cost of maintenance and apartments are located in an area where one can easily access markets and other attractions of the city.

The huge and stunning 3 and 4-Bedroom duplex villa compound in Asharej Al Ain area is the highlight of the location. The villas for rent are neat and clean with an open yard area, private entrance, 4 master bedrooms along with built-in balconies, big kitchens, bathrooms, maid’s room, central air conditioning system, and indoor covered parking.

There are also few commercial properties for rent in Asharej Al Ain such as offices and shops. You can find fitted offices in Asharej Al Ain. These air-conditioned office units feature a bathroom and covered parking space. This office is designed to imitate tranquillity with a view of the main street that you can admire throughout the day.

The rent for offices in Asharej Al Ain is AED 100k per annum.

There are also few shops in Asharij Al Ain available for rental purpose. Spanning 1,334 sq. ft. these shops have a ground floor and two doors. The annual rent for shops in Asharej Al Ain is AED 300k.

As the area provides indoor parking facility, residents have their own parking spaces in Asharej Al Ain. Residents can use their own cars to travel to locations. This is a more safe and secure way to park vehicles.

Alternatively, buses can also be used for transportation in Asharej Al Ain. Residents can use nearby bus stations such as Al Madina Petrol Station 1 & 2, Eid Praying Ground 1 & 2, Al Ain Gift Markets 1 & 2 and Al Qattara Oasis East 1 & 2. These are accessible at an 11 to 14-minute drive by car.

Other bus stops accessible at a 15-minute drive are Al Nabbagh Bus Station and Al Ain Bus Station.

The Souq Planet Al-Ain is the supermarket in Asharej Al Ain where residents can find a wide variety of beverages and food along with household products. It is just six minutes drive away.  There’s also Mohd Al EISAIE Grocery which is 4.3 kilometres away from Asharej Al Ain location.

The presence of Asharej Grocery in Asharej Al Ain location makes it more convenient for residents who don’t have time to visit the supermarket. A convenience store called AFCOOP Xpress-Maqam1 UAEU, stocks a range of everyday items and is at a 5 minutes drive.

There are a number of mosques in Asharej Al Ain where people can offer their prayers. These include Masjid Al-Aqadisiya, Ghanem Saeed Al Hameli Mosque, University Mosque and Mosque Sheikh Zayd.

People who want to visit a church can go to St Mary’s Catholic Church Al Ain and Al Ain Evangelical Church near Asharej Al Ain. Both are 11 to 13-minute drive by car.

Sikh residents can find Gurudwara Nanaksar Al Ain at a 22-minute drive by car. There is an upcoming Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, BAPS Hindu Mandir situated near Asharij Al Ain at a distance of 128 kilometres. It takes 1-hour-18-minutes drive to reach there.

Residents can find plenty of nurseries, schools and universities within the vicinity. The nurseries in Asharej Al Ain entail Al Danat Kindergarten, Little Regent Nursery Al Ain, and Excellence SWISS Nursery.

Al Ain American School is located within the neighbourhood. Other Schools near Asharej Al Ain include Sunflower School, Global English School, Emirates Private School, Al Ain English Speaking School, The International School of Choueifat, and Al Ittihad National Private School. These are located in nearby communities accessible at a 5 to 11-minute driving distance.

The United Arab Emirates University is the first university of the country inaugurated in 1976. It is among the top 5 universities in the Arab world. The university has institutional accreditations from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and WASC Senior College and University Commission. With its research-centric approach, the university has shaped the academic landscape of the UAE. Experienced foreign faculty, modern facilities and institutional support for academic and non-academic activities make it among the top universities in Al Ain.

Other educational institutions include College of Law, College of Business and Economics, College of Medicine and Health Sciences are accessible at a 6 to 9-minute drive away.

In case of an emergency, residents can easily access medical facility in the neighbourhood. Clinics and hospitals in Asharej Al Ain include Celeste Medical Center, NMC Clinic at G2, Medeor International Hospital, Elixir Aesthetic Medical Polyclinic, and Fakih IVF Fertility Center Al Ain.

The residents can find one notable nearby area that is Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club. This club has amazing facilities and provides equestrian lessons, rugby, shooting, and a gigantic golf course.

The residential communities nearby are Al Marakhaniya, Al Muwaiji and Al ‘Iqabiyyah.

There are a number of malls near Asharej. Residents have access to the notable Al Markhaniya Mall near Asharej for the best shopping experience. Bawadi Mall is one of the best malls in Al Ain. It is a premier and leisure shopping destination. The mall has become an identity of Al Ain residents. It is only 24 minutes drive away from Asharej Al Ain location.

Residents can take advantage of the diverse range of restaurants in Asharej Al Ain. ZeroFat is a six-minute drive away from the community. There is another 101 Café & Restaurant that is 11 minutes drive away. There are other restaurants like Chilli Star Cafeteria and Famous Star Cafeteria, offering unique dining experiences.

Residents willing to hit the beach near Asharej Al Ain can find Al Bateen Beach Abu Dhabi located at a distance of 149 kilometres. It is undoubtedly a beautiful and well-managed beach. The beach boasts clear, blue water that makes it a must-visit place. People heading to the beach can enjoy a range of activities from paddling, kayaking to having the best dining experience in the restaurant. For kids, there’s a playground too, hence provides a perfect off-screen entertainment to them.

There are plenty of tourist attractions and landmarks for the residents to visit. Qasr Al Muwaiji is a 100-year-old structure located at Khalifa Bin Zayed Street. The general public can witness the exhibition that showcases the life of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed and the history of Qasr Al Muwaiji.

Visitors can see the impressive courtyard of Qasr Al Muwaiji fort, the original rooms where Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed spent his formative years. There are videos, photographs, lighting system and a touch screen timeline board installed here, that gives you insight about the history of this area in general in English or Arabic languages.

Besides, there is another popular tourist attraction, Al Jahili Fort. It is located at Sultan Bin Zayed Al Awwal Street, Al Mutawaa, Al Ain. It was restored in 2007 by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage. The tourists can witness this traditional form of Arabian architecture as this extraordinarily massive structure is built from mud bricks. The battlements and watchtowers of the fort are also worth watching.

The Al Ain Oasis is the UAE’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the centre of the Al Ain city. Spanning over 3,000 acres, Al Ain Oasis is one of the largest oases in the city. It is home to 147,000 date palms trees and over 100 different varieties of vegetation surrounding it. There are 8 gates in the oasis, however, visitors can enter through the main entrance, the West Gate. Those visiting the oasis can get engaged in various activities. These include walking through the wide pathways, visit the Eco-Centre, witness the miniature oasis, visit the eastern fort and be a part of Oasiscape tour.

Other worth visiting family-friendly places nearby include Al Ain Zoo, Al Ain Paradise Garden, a Children’s park, Al Qattara Arts Centre, Hili Fun City Al Ain and Hili Archaeological Park. These are accessible at an 8 to 20-minute driving distance.

Residents can try out a list of outdoor activities near Asharij Al Ain. From thrilling rides (for adults) and gentle rides (for kids) in Hili Fun City to discovering the wildlife of Al Ain Zoo, all represent that the region has plenty of outdoor activities to choose from.

Along with providing a range of options for outdoor activities, there are also some fitness and beauty spots in Asharej. There is the Elixir Slimming Center for health-conscious individuals. The fitness centre offers a range of activities that residents in the district can avail to stay fit. There is Leaders Kids Club in Asharij Al Ain, just 6-minute drive away, where residents can get their kids registered for their emotional, physical, and mental development.

With monotonous schedules and busy lives, revolving around home chores, and kids, stress aggravates. Residents can go to the beauty salons in Asharej Al Ain to receive the kind of pampering they need to feel relaxed after a hectic week. They can spend quality time getting their hair styled or skin massaged.

There is Lavita Beauty Center 4-minute drive away and Amber Spa & Beauty Lounge is a 5-minute drive away. The residents can avail the services from the two options in Asharej Al Ain location and have a great pampering session.

A number of community events near Asharej Al Ain location are held on annual bases such as OpenWater Swim, Ramadan Cycle Race, and Ramadan Night Run. All these help in developing and strengthening face-to-face connections between numerous communities.

Although residents can enjoy a list of facilities when living in the district, the advantages, come with certain disadvantages. There are lesser options available for residents for renting apartments.  With blistering summer days, outside parking is not an option. Not having your own parking space next to your home or in your home can make you face the gruelling task of finding parking space each day. With the facility of indoor covered parking provided to the people residing in Asharej community, this concern is resolved on the spot.

Asharej is a district in Al Ain, known for spacious units ideal for large families.

It takes 1 hour 25 minutes via Abu Dhabi- Al Ain Road/E22 to reach Asharej.

• Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club is 5 minutes drive away
• Al Jahili Fort is around 12 minutes away
• United Arab Emirates University is 1 minute away
• Hili Fun City is at a distance of 19.4 km from Asharej and takes 21 minutes to reach