Ansam 1, Yas Island

Ansam 1 is a low-rise residential building which offers studios, 1, 2 and 3-bed apartments. It is part of the Ansam building complex which is based on Andalusian-style architecture and offers a lavish living experience. The building offers a view of the Yas Link Golf Course and surrounding parks. Also, the availability of retail outlets, restaurants and supermarkets make this area suitable for living. The surrounding of Ansam 1 includes garden-style public areas, trees, shrubs and well-maintained lawns that offer a serene environment. There are also swimming pools for adults and children, a gym, event spaces, high-speed lifts and dedicated parking.

Yas Island is a man-made island, which is a hub for entertainment and leisure activities in Abu Dhabi. It offers a magnificent living experience to both locals and expats due to the availability of the best restaurants, hotels, entertainment centres and residential spaces. An attractive feature of Yas Island is the fact that this community holds both affordable and high-end residential properties. Furthermore, it also encompasses villas and apartments that offer a variety of options for people to move into Abu Dhabi. Those looking to settle in the district can look for apartments for rent in Yas Island to find the desired residential space.

• Located in Yas Island
• Andalusian-style interior and exterior of the building
• It has studios, 1, 2 and 3-bed flats
• Infinity pool for adults and a shallow pool for kids
• Parking space with an automatic security system
• 24-hour security and concierge service
• Double-glazed windows and marble flooring
• Located near several restaurants and supermarkets
• Close to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

There is ample parking in Ansam 1 for residents. Each apartment comes with a dedicated parking spot. Moreover, an automatic security system is equipped in the parking lot that controls the barriers. Residents use proximity cards to access the parking spot.

There are several high-speed elevators in Ansam 1.

The building’s security measures include both manual and automatic features. Security teams guard multiple entrances and exit points. Also, barriers controlled through proximity cards strengthen the level of security. 24-hour CCTV surveillance is also an important part of the security feature. For maintenance, there is always a team present for repair work and building upkeep. The district cooling supplier for Ansam 1, Yas Island is Tabreed whereas the utilities are provided by ADDC.

Ansam 1 has an open outdoor space and an indoor multi-purpose hall where events can take place.

Gym in Ansam 1 is fully equipped with the latest facilities which cater to the needs of residents.

The lifestyle amenities offered by the project include an infinity pool, shallow-depth pool for kids and poolside deck with loungers and sunbeds.

The building also has a concierge service facility that performs the basic task of handling and distributing mail and taking requests for repairs.

The project is pet-friendly.

Basic safety features in the building are:

• An automatic safety system in parking space
• Firefighting and extinguishing equipment

An automatic safety system is used in the parking spot to keep it free from outsiders. Whereas, firefighting and extinguishing systems are necessary for situations involving fire.

The building houses highly luxurious studios, 1, 2 and 3-bed flats. These flats have amenities that add to comfort and convenience. The detailed description of these apartments is as follows:

Studios are spread over an area in the range of 547 sq. ft. to 574 sq. ft. and have a bathroom and a balcony. Moreover, they have built-in wardrobes made from the best-quality wood to provide space for hanging clothes. All apartments also have modern kitchens, fitted with necessary amenities.

Spread over an area in the range of 857 sq. ft. to 887 sq. ft., the 1 BHK flats are more spacious than typical 1-bed units. These apartments come with a balcony and two bathrooms. Double-glazed windows are fitted in rooms to protect residents from the scorching heat of the desert. Also, the balconies provide a remarkable view of surrounding green public spaces and Yas Link Golf Course. The hall in each unit is expansive and the kitchen has fitted cabinets.

2-bed units have an area in the range of 1,298 sq. ft. to 1,370 sq. ft. They have three bathrooms: two attached and one guest. Moreover, the kitchen has extraordinary fittings, and each bedroom has a separate balcony, providing privacy to occupants.

3-bed apartments in Ansam 1, Abu Dhabi are spacious units which have an average area of 2,518 sq. ft. These apartments have a closed kitchen design that separates the kitchen from the expansive living hall. All units have three bathrooms, two of which are en suite, while one is located in the hall. Additionally, each unit has large balconies which provide a panoramic view of the neighbourhood.

Located directly on Yas Dr Street, residents can access Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan highway as well as Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Road. Although access to public transport is limited, residents can use the taxi service to move around the city.

The nearest bus station is Abu Dhabi Airport Terminal, which is situated at a 12-minute drive from the building.

Popular restaurants near the building are:

• Al Fanar Restaurant
• Texas Roadhouse
• P.F. Chang’s

Al Fanar Restaurant offers traditional Emirati food in an ambience that reflects their local traditions. It offers high-quality food, which is loved by many locals and expats. It is situated at a 4-minute drive from the building. Alternatively, those craving American cuisines can visit Texas Roadhouse, which is at a 4-minute drive. This restaurant located in Yas Island has Texas-inspired ambience, which offers juiciest and mouth-watering steaks in Yas Island. Whereas, P.F. Chang’s offers Chinese food in a casual and laid-back environment and is accessible by car in 5 minutes. In addition, international fast-food chains such as Burger King, KFC and McDonalds are also located within 5 minutes of drive.

Fine-dining establishments near the building are:

• Blue Grill
• Cipriani
• Angar

Blue Grill is a fine dining restaurant with steaks as a speciality. It is at a 5-minute drive from the building and has excellent service and impressive ambience. Located at a 9-minute drive is Cipriani, another luxury dining establishment. The restaurant is known for its Italian cuisine and waterfront outdoor seating. Angar is a South Asian restaurant located 7 minutes away via car. Some of its famous dishes include Biryani, Butter Chicken and Rasmalai.

Supermarkets in the area include:

• Allday Market
• Carrefour Hypermarket
• Waitrose
• Spinneys

A minute walk will lead residents to Allday Market, which offers fresh and high-quality food at affordable prices. International retail chains such as Carrefour Hypermarket, Waitrose and Spinneys are also located near the building that cover all the basic household needs of residents. These stores are located at drives of 4, 7 and 11 minutes, respectively.

• Al Zeina Building C – residential building
• Amwaj 1 Apartments – residential building
• Al Nada 2 – residential building

The immediate neighbours of the building are other residential apartments within the Ansam complex. In addition to those, there are several other apartment buildings within a short drive. Al Zeina Building C, Amwaj 1 Apartments and Al Nada 2 are located 9, 10 and 12 minutes away by car respectively.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• Yas Waterworld

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is one of the finest theme parks around the world, located at a 4-minute drive. Tourists around the world visit UAE to enjoy their time at Ferrari World, which offers entertainment to people belonging to different age groups. This place offers several rides and attractions that are popular, especially among children.

Another important landmark that has become an identity of UAE is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It is the largest mosque in the country and its architecture is based on different Muslim civilisations, making it a unique architectural wonder opened for worship. It is situated at a 19-minute drive from the building.

Located at a 5-minute drive Yas Waterworld is an Emirati themed water park. In addition to water-based activities, visitors can also enjoy the layout of the park and the many food outlets found there.

In general, apartments in Ansam 1 are expensive. However, the cost of living in this building is justified by luxurious amenities. Furthermore, there is no parking space for guests and visitors have to park their vehicles in parking spaces of nearby malls. Potential investors can look for other apartments for sale in Yas Island as well which cater to their requirements.