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Shams Abu Dhabi

Shams Abu Dhabi
Area description

Shams Abu Dhabi is a multipurpose development with residential, commercial, and infrastructure facilities. The project is located in the capital on Al Reem Island. There are many skyscrapers at the entrance to the community forming an integral part of the cityscape. The area is designed to accommodate 45,000 permanent and temporary residents.

Shams Abu Dhabi has excellent prospects and business opportunities, with all the facilities for living and recreation of people residing in this cosmopolitan capital.

This area is excellent for those seeking prestigious real estate in Dubai or the UAE capital for investment or private use.

Min. sale price
Studio570 000 AED
1-bed apartment650 000 AED
2-bed apartment810 000 AED
Avg. sale price
Studio620 000 AED
1-bed apartment976 885 AED
2-bed apartment1 739 529 AED
Min. rental price
Studio4 167 AED
1-bed apartment4 167 AED
2-bed apartment5 833 AED
Avg. rental price
Studio4 167 AED
1-bed apartment6 406 AED
2-bed apartment7 833 AED
Properties in the areaApartment, duplex, townhouse
Developers in the area
Aldar Properties
Aldar Properties
419 properties
All developers
Advantages
  • Beautiful view
  • Type of buildings:
    Premium
  • Apartments with ready-made finishing and interior decoration
  • Prestigious neighborhood
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FAQ
Where is Shams Abu Dhabi located?

This residential development is located on Al Reem Island and is adjacent to the new Al Sowwah business district. You can get to the city centre via several bridges. Moreover, it is just a 5-minute drive from the location.

What are the residential and community complexes in Shams Abu Dhabi?

The district's iconic landmarks are the 74-story Sky Tower, the 65-story Sun Tower, and eight other high-rises. The Gate Tower is another notable piece of architecture in Shams Abu Dhabi. This is a gate-shaped skyscraper close to the Shams Marina, Shams Park, and the Shams Boutik shopping centre.

The neighbourhood is known for a variety of properties ranging from apartments to townhouses. Apartments are available in various configurations – from studios to 3 bedrooms. Penthouses have 4 to 5 bedrooms, while townhouses have 2 to 5 bedrooms. In many cases, the property units are newly renovated with furniture and appliances installed.

Average property costs in Shams Abu Dhabi

Below, you can see the median prices of apartments in Shams Abu Dhabi, depending on the property configuration:

Number of bedrooms Price
Studio AED 626,429 ($170,550)
One bedroom AED 920,484 ($250,609)
Two bedrooms AED 1,7 million ($474,416)
Three bedrooms AED 3,75 million ($1,02 million)
Penthouse AED 11,9 million ($3,23 million)

The cost of townhouses in the area ranges from AED 1,7 million to AED 4,5 million ($462,840 to $1,22 million).

You can find specific properties and current prices for apartments in Dubai and the capital in the catalogue on our website.

Average property rents in Shams Abu Dhabi

The minimum annual rental prices for apartments, depending on the property configuration:

Number of bedrooms Price
Studio AED 39,000 ($10,618)
One bedroom AED 49,000 ($13,340)
Two bedrooms AED 74,000 ($20,147)
Three bedrooms AED 107,000 ($29,131)
Penthouse AED 139,000 ($37,843)

The minimum rent for townhouses in the area is AED 190,000 ($51,729) per year.

How do I get from Shams Abu Dhabi to famous attractions?

The island and the community have excellent transportation links allowing visitors and residents to visit nearby attractions easily.

Check out the most popular locations and learn how long it takes to reach them from Shams Abu Dhabi:

  • The world’s famous Louvre Abu Dhabi Multicultural Museum: 1 hour by bus, 17 minutes by car;
  • Action Zone Boutique Mall next to Gate Towers 2: a 5-minute car drive or a 25-minute walk;
  • The fascinating Umm Al Emarat Park: about 30 minutes by bus, 10 minutes by car;
  • Saadiyat Beach Golf Club: 1 hour by bus, 20 minutes by car;
  • Qasr Al Hosn Museum: 45 minutes by bus, 22 minutes by car;
  • Mangrove National Park: around 25 minutes by car;
  • National Geographic Ultimate Explorer amusement park: 25 minutes by bus, 10 minutes by car.
Where can I find shopping centres in Shams Abu Dhabi?

Shams Boutik is one of the best places to spend some money on Al Reem Island. It has over 80 fancy boutiques, several affordable eateries, and recreational locations. The mall features the popular Waitrose and Art Central stores, a pharmacy, and a flower boutique. The complex is just a 5-minute drive from the community.

Which schools and kindergartens to choose in Shams Abu Dhabi?

The competitive advantage of Shams Abu Dhabi is the proximity of good kindergartens and schools. The Redwood Nursery has premises on the 5th floor of Arc Tower. Mosaic Kindergarten is open in the Shams Boutik shopping centre.

School-aged children can attend Repton School Abu Dhabi. It represents a classical British education as a school founded in 2013. Its curriculum combines the English National Curriculum and subjects approved by the UAE Ministry of Education. It is one of the best schools on Al Reem Island, providing grants for scholars with outstanding skills and talent in science, sports, and music.

The Sorbonne University is a 5-minute taxi drive from the area. Besides, this is one of the best educational organizations in the UAE capital. The French university offers higher education in technical and humanitarian disciplines along with sports management.

What clinics and hospitals are there in Shams Abu Dhabi?

Reputable clinics and excellent hospitals near the Shams Abu Dhabi area:

  • Lumiere Skin Clinic is an aesthetics & skin clinic;
  • MediQ Healthcare & Clinic LLC provides comprehensive healthcare advisory services;
  • Burjeel Day Surgery is a centre for multi-disciplinary medical care;
  • Reem Hospital is the first post-acute rehabilitation and multi-disciplinary hospital.
What transportation network is available in Shams Abu Dhabi?

This developed community has a convenient transport network with several bus stops: Al ʹOud St/Gate Towers, comfortable Al Reem Street/Al Falaq Street, and AlʹOud Street/Sorbonne University.

In addition, you can order a cab via the app or near the Shams Boutik shopping centre to travel around the island.

What hotels are the best to stay at in Shams Abu Dhabi?

The world-class hotels in the proximity of Shams Abu Dhabi:

  • 5-Star Beach Rotana Hotel;
  • Le Meridien 5-star hotel;
  • The world’s famous Four Seasons Hotel.
The most popular restaurants in Shams Abu Dhabi

Restaurants and cafes in the area of Shams Abu Dhabi offer different types of cuisine for all tastes. The following catering facilities are available to residents and visitors to the area:

  • Eat & Drink Restaurant with more then 40 outlets;
  • Hit Burger that mostly serves fast food;
  • Pizza Express including full vegan menu;
  • Rozana Al Reem Restaurant & Café is known for its tasty food, nice view, shisha and friendly tea.

You can also try a food court in the widely popular Shams Boutik Shopping Centre that hosts a variety of restaurants and cafes:

  • Nando's;
  • The Kettle Corner;
  • The Chippy;
  • Soulful;
  • Popeyes;
  • Smoking Doll;
  • Super Poke.

These are some of the best catering facilities on Al Reem Island, all within several minutes’ car drive from the community.

How to spend your leisure time in Shams Abu Dhabi?

There are plenty of options for interesting leisure activities in the area. For example, you can go on a yacht trip. Shams Abu Dhabi is a 20-minute drive from Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal and Marsa Mina Port. The latter is one of the popular places of entertainment in the capital.

The breathtaking Warehouse 421 is also worth spending time at. It is a contemporary cultural centre featuring creative works by industrial chic artists.

Enjoy the outdoor walks in the Mangrove National Park – one of the finest natural attractions in the UAE. The reserve covers an area of 19 km². There you can find flamingos, reef herons, foxes, turtles, and other animals. The park is available for kayaking and paddleboarding as well.

Sports enthusiasts should visit the following locations:

  • Gateway Park;
  • Najmat Soccer Club;
  • Pocket Park;
  • Rheem Central Park.

Residents and visitors to the island are often invited to various festivals and entertainment events. The most well-known are arranged at Rheem Central Park along with the Shams Boutik shopping centre.

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