Zone 32, Mohamed Bin Zayed City

Zone 32 is a residential sub-community in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi. It has direct access to well-established neighbourhoods and their facilities. Hospitals, schools and supermarkets are available within a short distance due to the network of streets that runs through the area.

Zone 32 connects well with Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road (E11) and Al Ain Road (E22), allowing convenient access to central Abu Dhabi. The area is bound by many streets, including Al Anwar Street and Al Thamoudi Street.

• Zone 32 is located in MBZ City, Abu Dhabi
• Benefits from a well-established neighbourhood
• A residential area, mainly consists of sectioned villas
• Direct access to Al Anwar Street and Al Thamoudi Street
• Close to Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road (E11) and Al Ain Road (E22)
• Restaurants, mosques, supermarkets, schools and parks are within convenient distance

A few features highlighted in the area are:

• Availability of parking spaces for residential units
• Easy access to the main roads of Abu Dhabi
• Well-established neighbouring zones

The neighbouring zones are completely developed and offer a wide range of facilities within a short drive. Zone 32 in comparison to other zones is peaceful and less crowded.

Properties in Zone 32 are only available for rent. Each residential unit has a private entrance and private living space but can share the amenities of the area, such as security. The properties are ideally suited to working individuals in the area who seek affordable accommodation options.

Interested people can rent villa portions called apartments as per their needs.

• The average rent for a studio apartment in Zone 32 is AED 26.3k per year.
• Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Zone 32 is a maximum of AED 45k per annum.
• It takes AED 50.8k on average to rent a 2-bedroom apartment in Zone 32 for a year.
• Interested people and those who fancy a private life can rent a 5-bedroom villa in Zone 32 for AED 220k.

Tenants are allocated private parking spaces. In case the property is old and one is unable to get parking inside, the empty streets offer generous parking spaces, free of cost.

Public transportation near Zone 32 is available in the form of taxis. Zone 32 does not have its own bus stops like other zones of MBZ City. Residents need to move to neighbouring zones to hail a bus service. The nearest bus stops are on Al Nasr Street and Naseem Al Barr Street.

One needs to travel to Zone 30 for the nearest grocery pickup. The nearest grocery stores are available within 8-minutes of drive; these are Al Tayef Supermarket and Damaa Grocery. Other supermarkets are available within a 12-minute distance. Some of these are Lemar Supermarket in Zone 15 and Fresh Park Supermarket in Shakhbout City.

Marwa Mosque is located in the community. It is a large mosque that is preferred by neighbouring communities as well. Other mosques near Zone 32 are within a 7-minute drive, including Abu Mosa Al Ashari Mosque, Caravan Masjid and Mosque Z34.

As for the other places of worship, The Armenian Church of Abu Dhabi is the nearest one in the Mussafah community, 16-minutes away. The community is also home to a few other popular churches including St. Paul’s Church, The Mar Thoma Church and The Church of Jesus Christ.

Parents will find several nursery schools near Zone 32, some of the nearest ones are mentioned below:

• SpongeBob Nursery
• Smart Reader Kids Nursery
• Barney Home Nursery Baniyas City

Options for primary and secondary schooling include:

• Abu Dhabi Al Danah School
• International Indian School
• Al Rabeeh Academy MBZ
• Creative British School
• Abdulla Bin Otaibah School

Abdulla Bin Otaibah School in Zone 23 and Abu Dhabi Al Danah School in the Al Danah community are the nearest options, requiring a 6 and 7-minutes drive from Zone 32.

International Indian School is a popular option for those who prefer their children to pass the middle years of learning the Indian Curriculum. It is a co-education school in Baniyas West.

Creative British School is Musaffah 10, at a 13-minute distance. It offers the Cambridge curriculum starting from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Another popular British School is Al Rabeeh School in Zone 23, 8-minutes away.

Some of the popular clinics near Zone 32 are:

• Golden Cure Medical Clinic
• LLH Medical Centre
• Mafraq Hospital
• Al Sadiq Medical Clinic

One can visit these medical facilities in case of emergencies as these are the nearest options available. Al Sadiq Medical Clinic and Golden Cure Medical Clinic are both multispeciality facilities available within a 13-minute drive. Al Karama Medical Clinic is another popular clinic that offers swift services and professional staff, located 17-minutes away.

Zone 32 is enveloped by some major streets, including Al Anwar Street and Al Thamoudi Street. It also enjoys quick access to neighbouring areas like Zone 25, Zone 34, Zone 31, Zone 33 and Zone 22. The areas that border MBZ City include:

• Al Mafraq
• Mahwi
• Baniyas
• Mussafah

Mussafah is situated on the western side of the area, while Baniyas shares the southern border of MBZ City. Al Mafraq and Mahwi both occupy the eastern side of MBZ City.

There are several shopping malls near Zone 32. Some popular ones include:

• Bawabat Al Sharq Mall
• Baniyas Mall
• The Village Mall
• Safeer Mall

If you want to visit a one-stop shopping destination in Abu Dhabi, Safeer Mall should be top of your list. It is home to a large hypermarket and some globally famous shopping brands, like-

• Giordano
• Splash
• MAX Fashion

Safeer Mall offers not only a wholesome shopping experience but also many dining outlets and entertainment options, including a fun zone for children.

Baniyas Mall is another popular option nearby that offers a wide range of retail shops, dining options and a Lulu Hypermarket. 17-minutes away, Bawabat Al Sharq Mall is a large mall built on two storeys. It has a hypermarket, a large food court, a cinema and a play area for kids. Just off Al Ain Road (E22), The Village Mall is 17-minutes away from Zone 32.

Some restaurants near Zone 32 are:

• Mama’s Restaurant
• Salt Water Sea Food
• Trichy Tamil Restaurant
• My Selfie Restaurant
• Karavali Restaurant

Enjoy a taste of Spicy Indian cuisine in Mamas Restaurant which serves Biryani – a favourite dish in the Eastern World. My Selfie Restaurant offers authentic Emirati cuisine. Trichy Tamil Restaurant and Karavali Restaurant are both casual dining places in Musaffah that serves a range of South Indian dishes.

To visit the nearest beach, you’ll have to drive for at least 20-minutes. The Ritz Carlton beach is the nearest option for residents, combined with the private amenities of the Ritz Hotel.

Just a little farther, there is Qurm Beach and Al Bateen Beach, where you can enjoy several watersport activities. Some other popular options include Al Zeina Beach and Yas Beach. Yas Beach is one of the best beaches in Abu Dhabi.

To enjoy a day with family, one can visit the Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival in less than a 20-minute drive. It is a quaint space, set in a village setting in the Al Wathba area, featuring several stalls, water features, a range of eateries, perfume shops and a large fairground – everything perfectly displaying the Emirati heritage.

Al Wathba is also home to Al Wathba Wetland Reserve – the perfect leisure venue for nature lovers. It is a combination of the man-made and natural lake that is home to several birds seeking shelter at the lakeside.

For more fun and activities, you can also head to Yas Island and Al Raha Beach, but that is approximately half an hour’s distance from Zone 32.

For outdoor activities, residents can visit the nearby parks, such as:

• Al Jazeera Park
• Mohammed Bin Zayed City Park

Al Jazeerah Park is the nearest option in Zone 20, located 8-minutes away. It is a small, neat park where one can bask in the natural greenery and enjoy a healthy morning jog. Mohammed Bin Zayed City Park is located in Zone 30. Comparatively a large park, it features more green spaces, cycling trails, jogging tracks and a children’s play area.

Zone 32 is also home to AD Club for Special Needs. It is a swimming institute for differently-abled persons. Some popular gyms near Zone 32 are:

• Aphrodite Ladies Fitness and Gym
• Steel Gym
• Black Cat Men Gym Club

Aphrodite Ladies Fitness and Gym is exclusively for ladies in the area available within a 6-minute drive. Black Cat Men Gym Club is in Shabiya 12, at an 11-minute distance.

For personal grooming, several beauty treatment salons are located in the neighbourhood. The closest ones include Salama Style Ladies Salon and Elite Star Salon. All of these are available within an 9-minute driving radius.

The Mazyad Mall hosts events and festivities throughout the year. It is a 14-minute drive from Zone 32, so residents can easily visit the area to be a part of fun-filled activities. One can also visit the Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival to enjoy festivities related to arts and crafts.

For the community members who like to stay connected over social media, there is a group on Facebook by the name of MBZ City. This group updates current events happening in the area, so residents can join in the fun while they can.

Zone 32 definitely takes the cake for the most affordable living in Abu Dhabi. However, the area doesn’t come with many facilities of its own. Residents will need to travel to the neighbouring areas for grocery shopping or dining.

Are you looking to buy properties in Zone 32?

• Yas Island is a 27-minute drive
• Al Raha Beach requires a 29-minute drive
• Abu Dhabi International Airport is 21-minutes away