Muwafjah, Sharjah

Located amidst residential communities in Sharjah, Muwafjah is one of the villa districts in the Wasit Suburb. The family-friendly community has various amenities required for convenient living. The arterial highway, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, runs adjacent to the community allowing residents to commute to the rest of the emirate. The presence of affordable, spacious villas in the area makes it popular among expats.

• A small residential community in Wasit Suburb
• Affordable villa district in Sharjah
• Well-connected to major roads
• Houses essential lifestyle amenities
• Has numerous entertainment spots and parks

Muwaifjah is a well-developed neighbourhood with lush green gardens, retail stores and educational institutes. There are some recreational sites in proximity as well. The community is lined with stylish villas boasting contemporary designs. One prominent feature of the community is Muwafjah Park. The connection to arterial roads is also a huge plus.

Properties for rent in Muwafjah consists of villas in 5, 6 and 7-bedroom configurations. These spacious houses have covered areas around 15,000 sq. ft. One can find homes with lavish interiors and exteriors, unique finishing and a spacious layout. These villas have huge gardens, private Jacuzzi as well as separate living and dining areas. There is a spacious kitchen, a study room, a kid’s play area and a maid’s room.

Villas for rent in Muwafjah are available in three configurations. On average, the rent of a 6-bedroom villa is AED 90k while one can rent a 7-bedroom villa for AED 159k.

One can also rent apartments in Muwafjah.

Finding parking in Muwafjah is not a hassle as each villa comes with multiple parking spaces. Visitors can park their cars outside the houses on the street.

For public transportation in Muwafjah, residents mainly rely on bus and taxi services. The nearest bus stops are at about a 12-minute drive away from the district. These include Al Nuaimiya 1 Bus Stop and Main Industrial Area Bus Stop. Online cabs are easily available via apps like Uber and Careem.

Al Nas Supermarket is a go-to grocery option for residents. Other supermarkets in Muwafjah are Al Ramtha Supermarket and Calcutta Supermarket. Both of these are local marts located at about a 5-minute drive.

Other popular retail options in the neighbourhood include Madina Supermarket, Royal Supermarket and Al Nassayim Supermarket. All these are a short drive away from the neighbourhood.

There are a number of churches near Muwafjah. GO Church is a popular church at a 13-minute drive away. The community housing most popular churches in Sharjah called Al Yarmook is a 12-minute drive away. Grace Evangelical Church, Church at Sharjah and Dubai Orthodox Church are the other popular options.

Al Moflehoon Mosque, Qais Ibn Sa’ad Mosque and Ka’ab Ibn Zuhair Mosque are popular mosques in Muwafjah. These are located at a 3-minute drive away. Other mosques in the vicinity are Anas Ibn Alnadhar Mosque, A’amer Ibn Thabit Mosque and Al Tawheed Mosque.

Parents can find a number of popular schools near Muwafjah. Al Ramaqia Primary School Basic Education is a popular school in the vicinity. Sharjah American International School is a 6-minute drive away. The school follows the American curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Um Roman Bint Girls School and Al Arqam Private School are also located nearby.

Nurseries near Muwafjah include Future International Nursery, Suweihat Nursery and Rahiq Al Asal Nursery.

Clinics near Muwafjah provide excellent medical services**. Dr Fawzia Aljezri Medical Center** is at a 10-minute drive. Samnan Medical Centre and Thumbay Clinic Sharjah are located in Samnan community at about an 11-minute drive. One can find Aster Clinic and Sunil Medical Clinic at a 13-minute drive away from the neighbourhood.

Thumbay Hospital and Ajman Specialty Hospital are located at a 13-minute drive away near Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street.

Muwafjah is surrounded by some popular residential communities in Sharjah. To the west is the small residential community of Al Ramaqiya while towards the east is the Saif Zone. The popular communities like Al Khezamia and Al Tala’a are also located nearby.

One can find several local shops and popular malls near Muwafjah. Mega Mall Sharjah is a popular shopping centre at a 15-minute drive away. It has fashion, electronics and departmental stores. There is a food court and multi-screen cinema for entertainment purposes.

Galleria Mall on Al Hamidia Road is also a 12-minute drive away. It is a modern two-storey mall housing 200 fashion, jewellery and electronic stores along with a kid’s play area.

Food lovers can enjoy different cuisines at the restaurants in Muwafjah. Local options in the vicinity such as Wadi Al Sham Cafeteria, Khalid Huriah and Food Garden FZC are a 10-minute drive away. Those who prefer healthy eating can visit Healthy Choice, which is an 11-minute drive away.

Karachi Palace Restaurant and Patan Restaurant serve amazing Pakistani cuisine. Dar Al Mandi & Al-Madhbi Restaurant and Al Mamoora Fish Restaurant are some upscale dining options near the district.

Beaches near Muwafjah are approximately a 20-minute drive away. Sharjah Beach is a popular option located at about a 17-minute drive. There is plenty of parking and shaded seating along the beach. Restaurants, shops and motels are on the other side of the road. Other popular beaches in the vicinity are Al Mamzar Beach and Al Khan Beach.

Cultural Square is a popular tourist attraction at a 7-minute drive. It is located in Halwan Suburb. The monument has a cultural palace, a public library, royal guards headquarter and a grand mosque. Another notable landmark is the Al Ramla Roundabout. It is located at a 9-minute drive away. Rolla Clock Tower is a 15-minute drive away. For those who enjoy beautiful greenery, Saf Urban Garden Club is located nearby. West Asia and Desert Safari Sharjah are an 11-minute drive away.

There are a number of parks residents can relax at. Al Ramaqia Park, Eliash Park Ai and Al Ramtha Park are almost a 10-minute drive away. Wasit Wetland Centre is located at a 5-minute drive. It is an amazing place for nature lovers with wetlands & dunes. Different species of migratory birds can be spotted here and there is a learning centre for kids as well.

To keep fit, residents can visit Altitude The Box for CrossFit training. Altitude The Gym is just a 9-minute drive away. Other gyms nearby are Stallions Gym, Al Reem Gym and Al Mass Gym.

Ladies can visit Loolya Beauty Centre, Pause Saloon and Spa and ASH Beauty Lounge and Spa for a personal grooming and pampering session.

Muwafjah is undoubtedly a great place to live due to the availability of various amenities. However, one has to keep in mind that there are limited options for public transportation. You have to rely on personal cars to move around.

Muwafjah is located in the Wasit Suburb in Sharjah.

• Less traffic, a prime spot for families
• Dubai International Airport is a 30-minute drive away