Sharjah Industrial Area 17

Sharjah Industrial Area is a major commercial and industrial hub located close to the Sharjah-Dubai border, which gives residents the best of both cities. Sharjah Industrial Area 17 is one of the 18 commercial zones in the Industrial Area.

Industrial Area 17, Sharjah is bound by Maliha Road on one side and S102 on the other. The area is situated between Muwailih Commercial and Industrial Area 15. Many trading companies, leather good suppliers, construction materials and paper distributors are settled in Industrial Area 17. This mixed-use community offers a range of apartments and warehouses for rent and sale.

Industrial Area is the most popular area to rent warehouses in Sharjah. There are several budget-friendly options in Industrial Area 17 when it comes to warehouses for rent.

• Part of Sharjah Industrial Area
• Features residential apartments and warehouses
• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, E311 is 6 minutes away
• Houses several factories and retail shops

Popular points of interest in Industrial Area 17 are:

• Variety of warehouses
• Presence of urban amenities in proximity

The sub-community is well connected to the key destinations in Sharjah. Residents can access parks, supermarkets, malls and restaurants within the neighbourhood.

Properties in Sharjah Industrial Area 17 include apartments and warehouses. Those looking to rent apartments in Industrial Area 17 can find affordable 1-bedroom units. Spanning over 980 sq. ft., these units feature a full bathroom, a spacious bedroom with a built-in wardrobe, a guest bathroom, a kitchen, a living room, dining area and a balcony. Building amenities include 24-hour security, cleaning services, fire extinguisher, broadband internet, waste disposal, reception area, intercom and 24-hour concierge.

Apartments for rent in Sharjah Industrial Area 17 are available starting from AED 33k per annum.

With covered areas ranging from 1,500 sq. ft. to 3,194 sq. ft., you can find a range of warehouses for rent in Industrial Area 17 depending on your requirements. The annual rents for these units range from AED 50k to AED 79k.

There are few spacious warehouses for sale in Sharjah Industrial Area 17 with covered areas ranging from 20,000 sq. ft. to 40,000 sq. ft. Interested buyers can expect to pay AED 5.5M to AED 9M for these massive warehouses.

Apart from warehouses, there are also few showrooms for rent in Industrial Area 17.

Industrial Area 17 benefits from a well-managed road network. Since there are plenty of commercial trucks and vehicles moving around, the commercial area features reserved parking spaces.

There are dedicated parking spaces in Sharjah Industrial Area 17 for residents as well. Visitors or guests can park their vehicles on the streets or use public parking spaces.

Bus users can head to bus stops on Maliha Road. These include Sharjah, Maliha Road, Madina Supermarket, Sharjah, Maliha Road, Manama Supermarket 2, Sharjah, Maliha Road, Delhi Private School, Sharjah, Maliha Road, Apollo Medical 1 and Sharjah, Maliha Road, Industrial 17 Exit 2. These are accessible at a 3 to 6-minute drive by car.

Those who prefer to use a taxi can use Union Taxi, Dubai Taxi Corporation and Metro Taxi Accommodation.

There are many local grocery shops and supermarkets in Industrial Area 17. These include Al Farah Supermarket, Barkat Al Madina Supermarket, Al Madina Hypermarket, Shaklan Supermarket and Grand Top Supermarket.

All these options are within the sub-community while one can also find plenty of options in the neighbouring districts.

One can find a community mosque and Rasmia Aljazaire Mosque in Sharjah Industrial Area 17.

You can find few churches near Industrial Area 17 at an 11 to 18-minute drive by car. These include the International Baptist Church in Al Nahda 2 and OLR church in Al Qusais 1.

Hindu residents can find few temples near Industrial Area 17 at a 10 to 21-minute drive by car. These include Shri Mariyamman temple, Ohm Malayilkada Munammughathu Kavu and Shiva Temple.

For toddlers, parents can find Muwaileh Children’s Skills Development and Al Wadi Children Skills Development Center in Muwaileh Commercial.

For higher education, schools in Industrial Area 17 include:

• Manzil Centre
• Sharjah English School

Manzil Centre for specially-abled students follows an individualised education program (IEP). The education program focuses on the development of academic, cognitive, self-help, social, and motor skills. Students have access to various facilities such as sport & exercise, therapeutic services, horse riding, art workshops, work placement and participation in centre events.

Sharjah English School is located on Maliha Road at a 3-minute drive from the community. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales from Foundation Stage until Sixth Form. It is one of the best British schools in Sharjah.

You may not find any hospital in Sharjah Industrial Area 17, but there are many medical facilities in nearby communities. Some reputable options within easy reach are:

• Central Private Clinic
• Siyad Specialist Medical Centre
• Regal Medical Centre
• First Gulf Medical Centre
• Al Shams Medical & Diagnostic Center LLC

Central Private Clinic and Siyad Specialist Medical Centre are located in Industrial Area 15 at a 4-minute drive. Regal Medical Centre is located on Kalba Road / Maliha Road, Near National Paint Roundabout, at a 4-minute drive by car. It provides dental, homoeopathy and general medical services.

First Gulf Medical Centre is located on Maliha Road at a 6-minute drive. Al Shams Medical & Diagnostic Centre LLC is strategically located in Industrial Area 15. It offers medical services related to general medicine, orthopaedics, radiology, gynaecology, ENT, clinical psychology, ophthalmology, clinical pathology and dentistry. It is a 6-minute drive from the neighbourhood.

Sharjah Industrial Area 17 is bound by Maliha Road and Sharjah Ring Road (S102) allowing convenient access to other communities in the emirate. Its immediate neighbours are:

• Industrial Area 15
• Muwaileh Commercial

Other areas close to the community include Oud Al Muteena, University City of Sharjah and Muhaisnah.

VS Souq and Safeer Market are the two shopping malls in Sharjah Industrial Area 17. VS Souq stocks ladies bags & shoes, watches, jewellery and cosmetics.

Those who wish to go on a shopping spree with family can find Safeer Mall in Al Nahda at a 12-minute drive from the community. The 3-storey mall has two basement car parking levels besides shopping and leisure options for visitors.

There are few restaurants in Industrial Area 17, Sharjah, providing options for the residents to dine with family and friends. These include:

• Madinat Malabar Restaurant
• Burj Al Madina Restaurant
• Rukn Al Karam Restaurant
• Distributer Hyderabadi Restaurant

All these options are easily accessible at a short driving distance.

One can drive to Al Mamzar Beach and Al Khan Beach for a fun-filled beach day. Al Khan Beach allows visitors to take part in watersports activities, arrange a picnic or visit the mobile beach library. The Sharjah Beach Library Initiative at Al Khan beach features more than 100 titles in different languages.

One can also access Al Mamzar Beach Park at a 26-minute drive. There are many interesting things to do in Al Mamzar Beach Park for children and adults. These include bicycle ride, outdoor games, water sports, picnics and barbeque.

For leisure activities, one can head to the following destinations:

• Al Noor Island
• Al Qasba
• Al Majaz Waterfront

Al Noor Island is located on Buhairah Corniche Road at a 19-minute drive by car. It is a popular family-friendly place offering numerous attractions. These include Butterfly House, art sculptures, the Literature Pavillion and landscaped gardens.

Al Qasba Sharjah is a cultural landmark that features several outdoor attractions and art centres. The Al Qasba Canal Sharjah is one of the most popular attractions for families. Connected by a bridge across the Al Qasba Canal Sharjah, you will find Al Qasba Plaza, a mixed-use development. It has shaded nooks, lush green gardens, mesmerising fountains, charming canals and outdoor event places.

Art enthusiasts can find the Maraya Art Centre which comes with state-of-the-art facilities including dining options, Furat Qaddouri Music Center, Masrah Al Qasba, a musical fountain, a boat tour and kid’s fun zone.

Al Majaz Waterfront Park is situated in front of the Khalid Lake in the Al Majaz community. This is a family destination which spans over an area of 231,000 sq. ft. Key attractions include a Splash Park, green landscapes, walking & jogging tracks, a mini-golf course and numerous restaurants. You can also find Mini Golf, Sharjah Musical Fountain and Alwan Creativity Centre for kids at this waterfront park.

There are no parks or playgrounds within Industrial Area 17, Sharjah. However, you can access some parks of the neighbouring communities.

Parks near Sharjah Industrial Area 17 are:

• Al Jurainah Park
• Al Muhaisnah 3 park
• Oud Muteena First Park

One can also access Al Qusais 2 Park 1, Al Qusais 3rd Park, Al Qusais Pond Park, Muhaisnah second park and Mizhar 1 Park among others.

Those who wish to stay fit can find plenty of gyms near Industrial Area 17. These include:

• Olympia Gym
• Al Jawareh Body Building Gym
• Al-Nasir Gym

These gyms are accessible at a 3 to 5-minute driving distance.

Also, one can easily find a few salons in Industrial Area 17 that offer relaxing beauty treatments. These include:

• Al Zaman Hair Dressing Salon
• Al Mithaliah Beauty Saloon
• Dar Al Rihan Ladies Beauty Parlour
• Qasr Al Ameera Ladies Salon

All these facilities are located at a 6-minute driving distance.

Residents can visit Muwaileh Community Centre to attend events.

Residents can follow Industrial Area 17, Sharjah Facebook page to get all the latest updates about the neighbourhood.

Sharjah Industrial Area 17 offers suitable accommodation for both professionals and families. There are apartment buildings, offices, shops and warehouses in the area. Being a commercial district, one can expect heavy traffic during peak hours.

Industrial Area 17 is one of the commercial zones in the Industrial Area.

The Bus 3 and 63E have routes serving Industrial Area 17, Sharjah.

• Sharjah Cricket Stadium is a 14-minute drive away via Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road/S116
• Sharjah International Airport is 15 minutes away via E88
• Sharjah Expo Centre is 18 minutes away via S102
• The emirate of Dubai is 26 minutes away via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311