Pros and cons of Al Taawun: Ideal waterfront living or a traffic bottleneck?

Are you planning to live or work near Al Taawun? A bustling Sharjah-based metropolis, Al Taawun is a residential area located near the Sharjah and Dubai border. The area is suitable for singles and families, especially expats, looking for affordable housing options in Sharjah.  Is it a good decision to be living in Al Taawun? A list of benefits and potential drawbacks of Al Taawun will give you a better idea of your options and the feasibility of making a life here.  

An overview of Al Taawun

The residential community of Al Taawun enjoys a prime waterfront location along the Al Mamzar Lake and Khalid Lake. Its surrounded by other residential communities from all sides, like Al Khan, Al Mamzar and Al Nahda in Sharjah. The mixed residential neighbourhood consists of apartment complexes with some of them overlooking Khalid Lake on the east and Al Mamzar Lake on the west. 

Rated as one of the most desirable areas to live in Sharjah, some of the apartment buildings in the self-contained community feature salons, shops and supermarkets on the ground floor. In addition to these perks, here are other benefits of living in Al Taawun: 

Benefits of living in Al Taawun

Whether you are searching for villas to rent in Sharjah or an apartment, there are certain pros and cons that you must keep in mind if you choose Al Taawun as home community.

Popular area for renting apartments

According to the Sharjah H1 Real Estate Report by Bayut, Al Taawun ranks well as a popular area for renting apartments in the emirate. For singles who favour living in Al Taawun for easy commutes to nearby places of work, there is a sizeable selection of 1-bed apartments available for rent — the starting price of which is currently listed at AED 17k per annum.  Moreover,  2-bed rental flats in Al Taawun offer excellent amenities at attractive price points. According to available listings, the starting price of a 2-bedroom apartment in the residential area is just AED 20k per annum. If you decide on moving to Al Taawun, it’s important to note that these units come with amenities like central temperature control facilities, maintenance staff and more. 

Waterfront location

Another benefit of living in Al Taawun is the pristine waterfront location. Waterfront properties here offer breathtaking views of the Al Mamzar Lake and Khalid Lake. 

Close to the beach

In addition to Al Mamzar and Al Khan Beach on either side, the residents of Al Taawun also have easy access to some of Sharjah’s best seashores. A public beach in Sharjah, Al Khan Beach features volleyball and tennis courts. A hotspot for watersports like kite surfing, the area is also popular with avid readers thanks to the Sharjah Beach Library initiative which has a setup here. Catering to all ages, the library features several titles in multiple languages — and within easy access to expat residents living close by in Al Taawun. 

Al Mamzar Beach Park

Other recreational beach spots near the community worth noting include the Al Mamzar Beach Park. Popular watersport activities here include snorkelling, jet skiing and swimming. More than 20 barbecue spots in the park make it perfect for family picnics. The park also features 3 swimming pools for visitors. Adult visitors are required to pay a fee but children below the age of 2, and people with special needs, can use the facility for free. Additional amenities here include rental beach cabins, prayer rooms, air-conditioned cabanas, grassy picnic areas, and more. Additionally, female visitors are given exclusive access on certain days of the week. All in all, the park is considered one of the best places to visit in Al Taawun.

Availability of transport amenities 

Finding suitable transport facilities used to be a bit of a challenge in Al Taawun before. But its easier now thanks to the introduction of the intercity bus route system that connects residents to the Stadium metro station located in Al Qusais — which is within a 6-minute drive away. Those looking for public transport options for their daily commute can find several bus routes passing through this route like the E-303A, E-303, E-307A and E-307. 

Plentiful parking spaces

Each apartment complex in Al Taawun has a dedicated parking area for residents. Additionally, visitors can take advantage of the many free and paid parking areas in the community too while commercial spaces feature basement and street parking slots. 

Places to visit near Al Taawun

Beach access, a waterfront location and parks aren’t the only reason why home-seekers consider living in Al Taawun. Popular landmarks nearby such as Sharjah Art Museum add to the appeal of living in Al Taawun. Those looking for a fun evening out may also visit the nearby residential community of Al Qasba. 

Restaurants in the community

Where to go in Al Taawun when you feel hungry? Apparently, not very far. Fortunately for residents, there are some cafeterias and eateries located right inside the community. Popular budget-friendly options include the Ice Cap Cafeteria and the Jabal Al Shams Cafeteria. International food chains in the area include Subway, KFC, Pizza Hut and Burger King. 

Looking for Indian food? Head to the Dawar Al Tawoon Restaurant or the Delicious Corner. For ice cream, head to Baskin Robbins or London Dairy across the street in Al Nahda.

Disadvantages of living in Al Taawun

Traffic congestion during peak hours

A waterfront location and a prime spot near some of Sharjah’s best tourist attractions make living in Al Taawun a desirable prospect for most. When considering the challenges of living in Al Taawun, one can only think of how congested the traffic gets during peak hours. Residents may want to consider this factor before moving into the community.

However, traffic conditions aside, life in Al Taawun can be ideal for anyone looking for affordable housing in Sharjah. 

That’s all for our review of the pros and cons of living in Al Taawun.  Looking for other suitable residential options in the third-largest emirate in the UAE? Consider the pros and cons of living in Al Qasimia before moving there. For other areas offering affordable housing options in the emirate, consider Abu Shagara. You may want to take a look at the pros and cons of living in Abu Shagara before deciding to move here too. 

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