Located opposite Al Raha Beach, Al Raha Gardens is a popular community to live in Abu Dhabi. Life in Al Raha Gardens is characterised by serene waterfront views, cool sea breezes, lush green pockets, a peaceful environment and modern-day conveniences. If you’re considering moving to this area, learn about the pros and cons of living in Al Raha Gardens, Abu Dhabi.
PROS OF LIVING IN AL RAHA GARDENS ABU DHABI
IDEAL LOCATION
Nestled close to Khalifa City A, Al Raha Gardens is a tranquil community in Abu Dhabi. With Abu Dhabi International Airport located just 15 minutes away, it offers convenient access to the main highway of Abu Dhabi. It is also well-placed for residents to commute frequently to Dubai.
ABUNDANCE OF PROPERTIES
Al Raha Gardens is a freehold development in Abu Dhabi. It comprises 11 smaller enclaves – with each offering an array of houses in multiple configurations:
- The sub-communities in Al Raha Gardens include Sidra, Kahnour, Hemaim, Lehwieh, Al Ward, Yasmina, Qattouf, Al Mariah and Mezera.
- Al Raha Gardens contains a large variety of villas and townhouses, most of which are imbued with Arabian architecture.
- Townhouses and villas in Al Raha Gardens come primarily in 3 to 5-bed units, offering key facilities such as 24-hour security, swimming pools, landscaped gardens, parking and terraces.
- As per current listings, the cost of townhouses for sale in Al Raha Gardens start at AED 1.9M.
- The rent of townhouses in Al Raha Gardens starts at AED 135k per annum.
- 3 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 2499 SQFT
- 3 BEDS
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- 4 BATHS
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- 2743 SQFT
- Those looking for sale villas in Al Raha Gardens can shell out between AED 1.9M and AED 8M to purchase a unit.
- Tenants searching for villas for rent in Al Raha Gardens can expect to pay a starting price of AED 150k annually.
- 5 BEDS
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- 6 BATHS
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- 4184 SQFT
- 4 BEDS
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- 6 BATHS
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- 2753 SQFT
- 4 BEDS
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- 5 BATHS
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- 3109 SQFT
EASY COMMUTING
Thanks to Abu Dhabi’s public transport, transportation to and from Al Raha Gardens is easy and hassle-free. Several buses such as 160, 161, 163 and 218 have routes that run near the community.
For starters, residents of Al Raha Gardens can catch a bus from Street 3, Street 18, Street 30 or Al Yasmina School.
DESIGNATED PARKING SPACES
Another benefit of living in Al Raha Gardens is that the community has designated parking spaces for residents. The villas in Al Raha Gardens come with garages to park multiple cars.
ARRAY OF AMENITIES
- Al Raha Gardens offers easy access to Safa Express Supermarket in the Gardens Plaza community centre. Similarly, residents can also access premium marts such as Carrefour, Spinneys and Lulu Express located in nearby communities.
- Those looking for mosques can find Mansour Bin Zayed Mosque as well as Albasit Mosque in Khalifa City. Churchgoers can travel to Mussafah to pray at St. Elias Greek Orthodox Cathedral, St. Paul’s Church and Abu Dhabi Assembly of God Church. Mussafah also has New Gurudwara Abu Dhabi where Sikhs can go to pay their respects to Darbar Sahib.
- Parents can find several well-reputed schools nearby Al Raha Gardens. These include Raha International School and Al Yasmina Academy. Plenty of Abu Dhabi’s leading universities such as Khalifa University and Abu Dhabi University lie within a short distance from the community.
- When it comes to healthcare centres, residents have good access to some of the best hospitals in Abu Dhabi such as NMC Royal Hospital, Al Noor Hospital Medical Centre, Amana Healthcare Medical and Rehabilitation Centre.
LEISURE FACILITIES
- For retail needs, Al Raha Mall is located near the community. There is a cinema, eateries, exchange stores, pharmacies and a multitude of shops in Al Raha Mall. Alternatively, the Gardens Plaza is a retail centre in the community. It consists of fashion outlets, salons, a supermarket and much more.
- Foodies are also in luck at Al Raha Gardens. There are numerous restaurants within and around the community. While Circle Cafe is a favourite among residents, other popular eateries include Jones The Grocer, Starbucks, Subway and Eighteen Sixty Eight in Al Raha Gardens Plaza.
- Those who want to get a dose of sun, sea and sand can enjoy a trip to popular Abu Dhabi beaches. Al Raha Beach lies just 20 minutes away, whilst Saadiyat Public beach and Al Bateen Beach are a 30-minute drive.
- Besides restaurants and beaches, residents can also spend quality time at Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Al Raha Beach Chalet or Al Raha Beach Marina, all of which are located around the community.
CONS OF LIVING IN AL RAHA GARDENS
LACK OF APARTMENTS
Those looking for apartments in Al Raha Gardens will be disappointed, the community only has villas and townhouses.
TRAVELLING CAN BE TIME-CONSUMING
While several buses run through the area, it may take residents a while to travel to central locations of Abu Dhabi.
FAQs ABOUT AL RAHA GARDENS
WHERE IS AL RAHA GARDENS LOCATED?
Al Raha Gardens lies opposite Al Raha Beach and borders Khalifa City.
IS AL RAHA GARDENS A FREEHOLD COMMUNITY?
Yes, Al Raha Gardens is a freehold community.
WHAT DOES AL RAHA GARDENS PLAZA ENTAIL?
Al Raha Gardens plaza is the community’s retail centre comprising retail shops, beauty salons, restaurants and a supermarket.
WHICH AREAS LIE NEAR AL RAHA GARDENS?
Al Raha Gardens neighbours Khalifa City A to one side while the other side faces the glistening sea. Communities like Masdar City, Yas Island and Al Forsan Village also lie in proximity.
HOW CLOSE IS AL RAHA GARDENS ABU DHABI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT?
Al Raha Gardens lies 15-minutes away from the Abu Dhabi airport.
That brings an end to our review of Al Raha Gardens. We hope this guide will help you decide whether living in the community is the right choice for you.
If you want to assess other options, check out the pros and cons of living in Al Reem Island. Alternatively, you can consider these communities in Abu Dhabi to buy villas and townhouses.
