Industrial Area 13, Sharjah

Industrial Area 13 is one of the commercial zones in the Sharjah Industrial Area. Located close to the Sharjah – Dubai border, this industrial area gives residents the best of both cities. Industrial Area 13, Sharjah is one of the few larger communities around here located on the other side of Maliha Road. It is bound by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road E311 on one side. The area is situated between Muwaileh Commercial and Zone 12. Many engineering, construction materials and trading companies are settled in Industrial Area 13. Moreover, this district offers an affordable range of warehouses and retail spaces for rent.

• A commercial zone in Industrial Area, Sharjah
• Offers warehouses, shops and some residential apartments
• Direct access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, E311
• One of the few larger sub-communities in the region
• Facilitates warehousing, trading and distribution and other industries

Industrial Area 13 is a bustling district. Al Jamiah Street S120, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Street S116 and Fourth Industrial Street S121 provide convenient transportation links. One may find a few residential buildings mostly occupied by professionals working in shops and industries in the area.

Most properties in Industrial area 13, Sharjah are commercial. Shops for rent and warehouses are available in various sizes. With covered areas ranging from 1,800 sq. ft. to 4,000 sq. ft., you can find a range of warehouses for rent in Industrial Area 13 depending on your requirements. The annual rent of a standard unit covering 1,800 sq. ft. of an area starts from AED 40k. As for shops, there are smaller units, around 300 sq. ft. that cost around AED 24k per annum. Similarly the rent of a bigger shop that covers around 1,500 sq. ft. starts from AED 55k.

As for residential properties, there are some apartment blocks but most units might be already occupied. Those looking for suitable accommodation in the area can still find a few 1-bedroom flats. The covered area of these apartments ranges from 650 sq. ft. to 750 sq. ft. and annual rents start from AED 19k.

As an industrial district, Industrial Area 13 benefits from a well-managed road infrastructure. Since plenty of trucks and heavy-duty vehicles are always moving around, the commercial area features dedicated parking spaces. Residents get dedicated spots in the basement but it is best to check with your building management before moving as the community is pretty busy during the day.

Those residing in the area rely on private conveyance or taxis to commute within the area. There is a branch of Union Taxi within the district while the headquarters of Citi Taxi is based in Industrial Area 1. Moreover, if you are looking for public transport links to travel to other parts of the city, you can take find a bus from Al Qusais. Reaching those stations may also take a few minutes.

There are many local shops and convenience stores in the area. Supermarkets in Industrial Area 13 include:

• Najoud Supermarket
• Emma Al Madina Supermarket
• Junaid Alam Supermarket
• Noor Al Qamar Supermarket

All these options are within the premises while one can also find many options in the neighbouring districts.

Community mosques and prayer areas are located at short intervals in Industrial Area 13, Sharjah. Workers and residents can offer prayers at Chapra Masjid, Al Basheer Mosque and others within the community.

If you want to visit a church, it will take around 13 to 15 minutes to reach St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, Sharjah. It is located on 15 Abdullah Bin Anees Street and can be easily accessed from Industrial Area 13 by car.

Schools near Industrial Area 13 are located in Muwaileh Commercial. Some notable options include:

• Sharjah Ambassador School
• Gulf Asian School
• GEMS Millennium School

Sharjah Ambassador School is a 4-minute drive from here. Parents would be pleased to know that the best Indian Schools in Sharjah are in proximity to Industrial Area 13. GEMS Millennium School that follows the CBSE curriculum is roughly a short drive from the district. It offers classes from KG until Grade 12.

You may not find any hospital in Industrial Area 13 but there are a few medical facilities in Muwaileh Commercial that is in proximity to the community. Some reputable options within easy reach include:

• Noor Al Madina Medical Centre
• Aster Clinic
• Access Clinic

Aster Clinic, counted amongst the best clinics in Sharjah, is a leading medical facility with branches throughout the city as well as the neighbouring emirate of Dubai. In case of medical emergencies, you can reach the clinic in less than 5 minutes by car.

Sharjah Industrial Area 13 is located at the eastern end of the master community. It is bound by main roads allowing convenient access to other communities in Sharjah. These are its immediate neighbours:

• Industrial Area 12
• Muwaileh Commercial
• Al Turffa

Other areas close to the community include University City, Oud Al Muteena and Al Darari.

There are many options for shopping in Industrial Area 13. One can get most items from City Plaza. Another option close by is Safari Mall Sharjah at a 3-minute drive away. The mall is packed with many options for shopping as well as restaurants and a kids’ play area.

There is a local eatery in Industrial Area 13 called Food Park Restaurant. There are more options in the neighbouring community including:

• Taj Al Khair Restaurant
• Circles and Slices
• Panoor Restaurant

All these options are easily accessible by car from Industrial Area 13. There are also some local cafeterias nearby where professionals and workers usually prefer dining during lunch hours.

One can take a long drive to Al Khan Beach. You can reach there in around 20 minutes by car. The beach is popular for watersports activities and events. From there, one can also access Al Mamzar Beach Park. There are many fun things to do in Al Mamzar Beach Park for kids and adults alike.

Industrial Area 13, Sharjah is a 14-minute drive from Al Noor Mosque. Most popular for Ottoman-style minarets, the mosque is a sight to behold. The beautiful butterfly garden also catches the attention of many tourists.

Al Majaz Waterfront Park located a few minutes away from the mosque is also a popular leisure destination. From mini-golf to the splash park, there are many fun activities in the park for kids as well as adults. There are shaded benches near dancing fountains and jogging tracks for those looking to take a stroll in the open air.

There are no parks or playgrounds within Industrial Zone 13 as the community is all-commercial. But there are some small family parks in Muwaileh Commercial. Also, one can easily find a few spas there that offer relaxing beauty treatments.

There are a few residential options for those looking to settle near the workplace. Few 1-bedroom apartments are available at affordable annual rents.

• 5 minutes from Sharjah Cricket Stadium
• Al Majaz Waterfront is 14-minute drive away
• King Faisal Mosque is 11 minutes away
• 13 minutes from Al Qasba