Zone 23, Mohammed Bin Zayed City

Zone 23 is one of the sub-communities of Mohammed Bin Zayed City, commonly known as MBZ City. It is home to several reputable education institutes, including Al Rabeeh Academy and Abu Dhabi Polytechnic. The centrally located residential community is situated close to Al Rawdah Road (E30) and Al Ain Road (E22).

• A sub-community of MBZ City
• Features villas in different layouts
• Home to well-known education institutes
• Close to Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road

Zone 23, also known as Z23, is an ideal residential community for families and individuals alike. Key features of the community are:

• Affordable housing options
• Home to popular schools and universities
• Well-connected road network

The strategic position of Zone 23 provides easy access to amenities of the nearby areas. The secure environment is another feature of the community.

Properties in Zone 23 include villas mostly available in unique layouts. These villas come with a spacious living area, fitted kitchen, marble flooring, storeroom and a maid’s room with a bathroom. Each bedroom has an attached bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. The private parking space and powder room are other features of these houses.

Parking in Zone 2 isn’t a hassle as each house comes with a dedicated car parking area. Residents can park one or two vehicles in the facility, while visitors can avail the street parking facility for their cars.

The most common mode of public transportation in Zone 23 is bus and taxi service. The nearest bus station includes the Mussafah Shabiya bus station and Mussafah Al Park bus station, accessible in a 6 to 10-minute drive.

Those with private conveyance can commute using Al Rawdah Road and Al Ain Road. Both the major roads of the emirate are situated at a short drive of 10-minutes from the community. Towards the south of the sub-community lie Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road, which connects the area with the western region of Abu Dhabi.

There are several local grocery stores and supermarkets near Zone 23. These include:

• Baqala Fadk
• Shabia Al Madeena Supermarket
• Al Ghazal Hypermarket

Al Madina Hypermarket and Spinneys are two of the best supermarkets in Abu Dhabi located at a 10 to 15-minute drive from the community. Other grocery stores include Little Star Supermarket and Rich and Fresh Supermarket.

Muslim community fellows can offer their daily prayers in Abu Musa Al Ashari Mosque, Masjid Amina and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Khalifa Mosque. These mosques near Zone 23 are situated at a 5 to 10-minute drive. Apart from these, there are several community mosques located close to the residential area.

Those who follow Christianity can visit the best churches in Abu Dhabi after driving for around 12 to 15-minutes. These include Abu Dhabi Assembly of God Church, The Armenian Church of Abu Dhabi and Filipino Christian Church Abu Dhabi.

The sub-community is an ideal residential area for families with children as it is home to several reputable education institutes. Schools in Zone 23 include:

• Al Rabeeh Academy
• Abdulla Bin Otaiba School
• Mohamed bin Rashid Center for Special Education

Al Rabeeh Academy follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum for the primary section, while the National Curriculum for England is followed for Year 1 to Year 13 children. The school has an indoor sports hall, swimming pool and playgrounds to promote a healthy lifestyle. Other options in the neighbouring communities are Ajyal International School and Good Will Children Private School.

Abu Dhabi Polytechnic in Zone 23 is a governmental institution managed by the Institute of Applied Technology. The university offers bachelors and diplomas under a qualified team of instructors and administrators.

Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI) in Zone 23 offers a diverse range of diploma programs and certificate courses. These include Information Technology, Business, Industrial Technology, Travel & Tourism and Environment studies.

Healthcare facilities near the community are:

• Mediclinic Al Mussafah
• Golden Cure Medical Centre
• Archer Medical Centre
• Mohammed Bin Zayed Health Care Center

Mediclinic Al Mussafah is one of the best clinics in Abu Dhabi, providing healthcare services for internal medicine, dentistry, cardiology, general surgery and general medicine. It is located at a 10-minute drive from the residential community. Other hospitals near Zone 23 are Bareen International Hospital and Phoenix Hospital.

Zone 23 is surrounded by popular residential communities of MBZ City such as:

• Zone 21
• Zone 22
• Zone 24
• Zone 25

The residential community of the Mussafah area, Shabiya, is located towards the west while Al Mafraq Industrial Area is situated on the southern side. Other nearby areas include Al Maqtaa and Zayed City.

Popular shopping destinations near the community are:

• Dalma Mall
• Mazyad Mall
• The Village Mall

Listed among one of the best malls in Abu Dhabi, Dalma Mall features a range of retail outlets, dining options and entertainment facilities. Some of the stores in the mall are:

• Sephora
• Giordano
• Aldo
• H&M
• Charles & Keith

The shopping mall also has several anchor stores and an outlet of Carrefour. Residents can visit the shopping mall after driving for around 13-minutes. Other shopping malls near Zone 23 are The Village Mall and Mushrif Mall.

There are a bunch of restaurants near Zone 23 offering Indian, Pakistani and Chinese cuisine. These include:

• Sandwich point Restaurant
• Tabarak Restaurant
• KPK Restaurant
• Al Farah Restaurant
• Taste of Lahore Restaurant

Residents can also dine at restaurants in Dalma Mall. Some of them are:

• Gazebo
• Al Derwaza Restaurant
• La Brioche
• Sakura Asian Restaurant
• Milas Restaurant

Those looking for nightlife options can find several pubs and bars a 15 to 20-minute drive. These include The Hunter’s B&R, Bridges Bar and Victor’s Bar & Restaurant.

Residents can visit the best public beaches in Abu Dhabi after driving for around half an hour towards the west. The popular ones are Corniche Beach, Saadiyat Beach and Yas Beach.

A few of the notable landmarks near the community are:

• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• Al Forsan International Sports Resort
• Mangrove National Park

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an architectural wonder located in the Al Rawdah area. It is the third-largest mosque in the world and the largest mosque of Abu Dhabi. The white marble cladding 82 domes, 24-carat gold chandeliers, and the hand-knit carpet are a few of Sheikh Zayed Mosque features.

Al Forsan International Sports Resort spread over 1.6 square kilometres featuring a mix of sports activities, club facilities and dining options. It has a cycling and jogging track, paintball areas, equestrian centre and wakeboarding facility. The resort has a 400-bedroom hotel, event space for 10 to 15,000 people and proficient staff.

There are several community parks near Zone 23 promoting a healthy lifestyle among residents. These include Mohammed Bin Zayed City Public Park and Mussafah Park. Both the parks near the community are accessible in a 5 to 7-minute drive.

Gyms near Zone 23 are:

• Las Vegas Gym
• Muscle Plus Gym
• Black Cat Men Gym Club

Ladies will have to drive for around 5 to 10-minutes to visit the salons and spas nearby. The popular ones are:

• The H Lounge Beauty Salon
• Boston Ladies Salon
• Salama Style Beauty Salon

Gents can also find beauty-care options in the neighbouring community. Elite Star Gents Salon, Blue Sky Gents Salon and My Lookz Gents Salon. It will require a 6 to 10-minute drive to reach these salons.

The nearby shopping malls such as Dalma Mall and Mazyad Mall host several community events during Eid, Diwali and National Day.

Although there isn’t a Facebook group created for Zone 23 specifically yet, residents can join groups created by residents of the parent community. A social media group named ‘Mussafah, Shabiya and Mohammed Bin Zayed City’ is available, which tenants can join to stay in touch with community fellows.

Zone 23 will soon have a community centre occupying a floor area of 13,989 sq.m. The community centre will feature retail outlets, restaurants, a hypermarket, a health club, a kids play area and a government service. The project by Abu Dhabi City Municipality will be handed over till Q1 2021.

Zone 23 is an ideal residential community offering premium education and communal facilities in easy reach. However, living in MBZ City might not be ideal for outdoorsy families as it is located a bit far from the main city.

Zone 23 is a centrally located sub-community of MBZ City situated close to major highways of the region.

You can take Bus 102 from Mussafah Shabiya Bus Station, located a 6-minute drive from Zone 23.

• Abu Dhabi International Airport is located at a 20-minute drive
• A 24-minute drive to Al Raha Beach
• It will take a 10-minute drive to reach Abu Dhabi University
• Khalifa City A and Al Rawdah are accessible in a 16-minute drive