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Zone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City

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HIGHLIGHTS

ABOUT ZONE 16

Zone 16 is located in the midst of Muhammad Bin Zayed city. The community is named after the President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The centrally located sub-community is surrounded by well-established communities of Mohammed Bin Zayed City, availing all amenities offered by these areas. Zone 16 is bordered by Al Nasr St, Naseem Al Barr St and Al Qa-id St.

IN A NUTSHELL

  • Close to Khalifa City and Yas Island
  • Features a wide range of villas
  • Quick access to Al Ain Road
  • Easy access to places of worship
  • Affordable properties available for rent
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NEIGHBOURHOOD

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

Highlights of the Zone 16 community are:

  • Private parking lots
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parks
  • Swimming pools

The community offers a peaceful lifestyle with amenities such as hospitals, educational centres and mosques within easy reach for residents.

PROPERTIES IN ZONE 16

Properties in Zone 16 offer a luxurious lifestyle. Features several amenities and a separate entrance, spacious hallways, up to 2 or 3 extra bathrooms, a maid’s area, storage area, master bedroom with ensuite closets and a fully fitted kitchen.

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A villa in the community

Rental Trends in Zone 16

Apartment TypeAverage Rental Price in AED
Studio28,000
1-Bed39,000
3-Bed90,000
Based on property listings on Bayut.com over the last 12 months. Last updated 5 hours ago
Private Entrance | 4BR+M | Prime Location
AED165,000Yearly
beds
5
baths
8
area
5,001 sqft
Private Entrance | 4BR+M | Prime LocationZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
HOT DEAL 5-Bedroom villa 120k
AED120,000Yearly
beds
5
baths
6
area
2,500 sqft
HOT DEAL 5-Bedroom villa 120kZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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CLASSICAL 1BHK CLOSE TO SHABIA 10 AT MBZ CITY 3,300 PER MONTH .
AED38,000Yearly
beds
1
baths
1
area
1,000 sqft
CLASSICAL 1BHK CLOSE TO SHABIA 10 AT MBZ CITY 3,300 PER MONTH .Zone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
LARGE SIZE STUDIO WITH HUGE BALCONY FOR RENT AT MBZ || 30K
AED32,000Yearly
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
600 sqft
LARGE SIZE STUDIO WITH HUGE BALCONY FOR RENT AT MBZ || 30KZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
EXCELLENT BEAUTIFUL 1 BEDROOM HALL WITH BALCONY PRESENTED BY LOGICAL COMMERCIAL BROKERS AT HEART OF MOHAMMAD BIN ZAID CITY
AED38,000Yearly
beds
1
baths
1
area
1,200 sqft
EXCELLENT BEAUTIFUL 1 BEDROOM HALL WITH BALCONY PRESENTED BY LOGICAL COMMERCIAL BROKERS AT HEART OF MOHAMMAD BIN ZAID CITYZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Budget Friendly 1BHK With Balcony Family Residence Villa Ready To Move Monthly Available
AED39,000Yearly
beds
1
baths
1
area
1,200 sqft
Budget Friendly 1BHK With Balcony Family Residence Villa Ready To Move Monthly AvailableZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
AED-3200 PER MONTH NICE NEW FURNISHED STUDIO FOR RENT AT MBZ CITY
AED34,000Yearly
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
800 sqft
AED-3200 PER MONTH NICE NEW FURNISHED STUDIO FOR RENT AT MBZ CITYZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
OUTCLASS LARGE STUDIO ROOM CLOSE TO SHABIYA PRESENTED BY LOGICAL COMMERCIAL BROKERS AT HEART OF MOHAMMAD BIN ZAID CITY
AED31,000Yearly
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
620 sqft
OUTCLASS LARGE STUDIO ROOM CLOSE TO SHABIYA PRESENTED BY LOGICAL COMMERCIAL BROKERS AT HEART OF MOHAMMAD BIN ZAID CITYZone 16, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN ZONE 16

Villas in the community are assigned private garages that can accommodate up to 2 cars.

Public Transportation near Zone16

There are many bus stops surrounding the area such as Al Qa-id St / Mohammed Bin Zayed Health Care Center bus stop, Al Nasr St / Al Qa-id St bus stop and Naseem Al Barr St / Abdullah bin Qais Al-Ansari Mosque bust stop. All these bus stations are within walking distance from any corner of the community.

Those who depend on public transport in Zone 16 can also hail a taxi or call online cabs from the Uber app or Careem app.

AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE

SUPERMARKETS IN ZONE 16

Zone 16 has a few local marts and supermarkets within its premises including Little Star Supermarket, Al Shifa Supermarket and Bilal Supermarket. For more options, residents can access marts in neighbouring areas such as:

  • Abu Dhabi COOP in Zone 7 (9-minutes away)
  • Fresco Supermarket in Shabiya 12 (6-minutes away)
  • Rich & Fresh Supermarket in Musaffah (5-minutes away)
  • Earth Supermarket in Zone 3 (3-minutes away)
  • Ramla Supermarket in Musaffah (9-minutes away)

Little star supermarket available within a short walk of 4-minutes has got everything required for a regular grocery haul. Earth Supermarket is a great place for stocking edibles because of the wide variety it offers. The supermarket has fruits, vegetables, grocery items, bakery items and frozen and organic food. The store also has a seafood and meat corner along with prepared delicacies to satisfy sudden cravings. Residents can also buy beauty and personal care goods from the mart.

MOSQUES IN ZONE 16

No matter where you live, you can find mosques in Zone 16 within walking distance. Abdullah bin Qais Al-Ansari Mosque is the only mosque in Zone 16. Other mosques near Zone 16 are Mohammed bin Zayed Mosque and Masjid Of Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak in Zone 15, Masjid Sagheera Rabea Ahmed Al Qubaisi in Zone 12 and Al Akhlaq Masjid in Zone 26.

Community Mosque in MBZ City
Community Mosque in MBZ City

OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP NEAR ZONE 16

Churches near Zone 16 are located alongside Al Rawdah Road (E30). The closest Church is The Armenian Church of Abu Dhabi, at a 13-minute drive from the area. There is St. Paul’s Church and St. Elias Cathedral in Musaffah Industrial Area, 15-minutes away. Other churches in Abu Dhabi near Zone 16 are The Mar Thoma Church and All Saints Anglican Church.

Sikhs community can visit New Gurudwara in Abu Dhabi, Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur Ji in only 17-minutes. For the Hindu community, BAPS Hindu Mandir is the only temple near Zone 16 at a drive of around half an hour.

SCHOOLS NEAR ZONE 16

Residents have access to some great schools near Zone 16. Some vibrant nurseries where parents can send their little ones are:

  • Rainbow Nursery in Zone 20 (6-minutes away)
  • Riverwood Nursery in Zone 18 (6-minutes away)
  • British Orchard Nursery in Zone 5 (10-minutes away)

Higher education facilities in the area include:

Ajyal International School is the closest to the area. In 2018 it was rated as “GOOD” by the IDEK. The school provides a Moral Education curriculum to students, enriching their moral and social values. Abu Dhabi International (Pvt.) School in Zone 17 is a private education facility that also has a well-maintained Special Education department.

Creative British School in Mussafah community teaches British curriculum to students, starting from Kindergarten to Grade 11. Students can also sign-up for clubs related to artistic, social and sports activities after study hours.

There is Al Ain University of Science and Technology, located right in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, just a 9-minute drive for residents of Zone 16. Abu Dhabi University located on Al Ain Road is also a 9-minute drive from the area.

CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR ZONE 16

Clinics and hospitals near Zone 16 include:

  • Bareen International Hospital 
  • Burjeel Medical City
  • Mediclinic Al Mussafah

Bareen International Hospital is within a drive of just 5-minutes from the location and provides medical and surgical services related to body and beauty care. Doctors skilled in laser treatments and cosmetic surgery are available here. It is one of the best hospitals in Abu Dhabi.

Burjeel Medical City
Patients can receive good quality medical care from the medical centres within the community

Mediclinic Al Mussafah is accessible in under 9-minutes. Located in Musaffah Commercial 10, it is a UK-based, private hospital that has 38 other branches. The hospital is preferred by locals because of its efficient and friendly staff, who ensure high-quality treatments. Burjeel is a growing hospital network, it is on Al Raqi Street and is 11-minutes away from Zone 16.

NEARBY AREAS

Being a part of MBZ City, Zone 16 is located close to Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road, which makes commuting easy. Residents can visit nearby communities like,

Khalifa City is located at the Northeastern end whereas, Al Maqtaa is situated on the northwestern side of the community. Mussafah covers the whole western side of the community. Al Mafraq borders the southwestern part of the community.  Apart from these communities, Zone 16 shares the border with kin-communities like Zone 18, Zone 15, Zone 14, Zone 19, Zone 21 and Zone 12.

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LIFESTYLE

SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE

MALLS NEAR ZONE 16

Some popular malls near Zone 16 include:

Dalma Mall
Dalma Mall offers an amazing shopping experience with some world’s best brands

Dalma Mall is one of the top 10 malls in Abu Dhabi. Located next to Al Wasl Street, it is a 17-minute drive from the area. The mall features 3 floors of fashion outlets and retail shops, including a collection of bridal stores. Some popular brands in the mall include:

  • Glamourosa Couture
  • Aldo
  • Chic
  • Claire’s
  • Rio

Residents can visit here for a refreshing dining and entertainment experience as well. Comprising departmental stores, a 14-screen cinema and a food court, Dalma Mall has everything one needs.

Other than this, one can also try out The Village Mall located at 12th Street in Mussafah, it is 16-minutes away. Mazyad Mall is a large shopping mall, featuring several departmental stores, bookstores, electronics, and a large food court. It is the closest option for residents, located on 28th Street, just 15-minutes away.

RESTAURANTS NEAR ZONE 16

The number of restaurants near Zone 16 is plenty. One can visit the malls and enjoy the most amazing eateries, cafes and dining options there, as well as enjoy local and international cuisine around the area. Dalma mall has a large food area that features confectionaries, Icecreams, beverages, cafes, fast food and dining restaurants. Some of these include:

  • Choco Churro Cafe
  • Dip N Dip
  • Costa Coffee
  • Gloria Jean’s
  • Burger King
  • McDonald’s
  • Johnny Rockets
  • Gelato Divino
  • India Palace Restaurant
  • Sakura Asian Restaurant

Children will love Choco Churro, Dip N dip, and Costa Coffee as they are the best confectionary serving cafes, while Burger King, McDonald’s and Johnny Rocket will kill all fast-food cravings. India Palace, the finest presentation of Indian Heritage, serves award-winning traditional Indian cuisines. The Interior and most dishes of this restaurant are inspired by the great Mughal dynasty.

Other nearby fine-dining options include:

  • Seashell Restaurant
  • Star Diamond Restaurant
  • Karavali Restaurant
  • Royal Crown Restaurant

Seashell restaurant located at a 13-minute drive offers refreshments, burgers and sandwiches. Visitors can try out Royal Crown Restaurant for a spicy Tamil food experience. Karavali Restaurant next to 28th Street is a 9-minute drive, serving Indian food.

BEACHES NEAR ZONE 16

Beach on Yas Island
Cabanas along the Yas Beach

Yas Island is the perfect recreational spot for beach lovers, where they can enjoy white sand beaches surrounded by mangroves. To unwind their day, residents can also visit Abu Dhabi beach near Zone 16. It offers indoor swimming pools and several watersport activities.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS

A few notable landmarks near Zone 16 are:

Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is home to over 250 birds including pink flamingos. Located on the southern outskirts of Abu Dhabi, residents can reach here within half an hour’s drive. Al Qana is new leisure, entertainment and dining destination in the capital of the emirates. It spreads over 146,000 sq. m. and boasts a wide range of entertainment facilities including CinemaCity, The National Aquarium, Fun Land, a yacht marina and state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facility. Located in Al Maqtaa the place is available in under 25-minutes.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY

Promoting an active lifestyle, Zone 16 offers outdoor activities near the area, which include:

  • Shared Swimming pools
  • MBZ Park
  • Community parks

Public parks are equipped with a lush green garden area and a play area for children that families can visit. Paved walking paths can be used for jogging and walks by community members.

Gyms near Zone 16 include Power World Gym, Eagle Gym and Black Cat Men Gym Club. Equipped with high-tech machinery, all these clubs are available within a short drive. Visitors will also find professional instructors to guide them throughout.

Spas and salons near Zone 16 include:

  • Silver Star Ladies Beauty Salon
  • Snow White Ladies Salon
  • Atmosphere Spa
  • Blusher Spa

Blusher Spa is the closest that offers professional massage services to clients. It is located 6-minutes away from the community. For hair treatments and beauty services, ladies can visit Silver Star Ladies Beauty Salon, a 10-minute drive. Atmosphere Spa is 9-minutes, while Snow White Ladies Salon is 8-minutes away.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

The neighbourhood hosts many cultural events all around the year. Qasr Al Hosn conducts cultural events which are attended by people from all over the city. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque celebrates Eid and Ramadan Festivities which are celebrated with great enthusiasm. Cultural celebrations like Eid, Holi and Diwali are also celebrated in Mazyad Mall.

SOCIAL COMMUNITY GROUPS

It is easier to stay updated with the latest community news and events via social media. Residents of the community can join Facebook groups by the name of Mussafah, Shabiya and Mohammed Bin Zayed City and Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Living in this suburban area can be peaceful with affordable luxurious housing and all the amenities at hand. However, peace comes at the cost of distances. Residents here can feel isolated and far from the city.

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