Al Zahiyah
Al Zahiyah is a central neighbourhood on Abu Dhabi Island, UAE. It is formerly known as the “Tourist Club Area”. It lies close to the Corniche, near the waterfront, and is connected by bridges to Al Maryah Island (business district), among other parts of the city. Because of its central location, it offers easy access to major roads, public transport, and many lifestyle amenities. If you’re looking at Al Zahiyah, you’re in a central, well-connected part of Abu Dhabi, ideal for both work and leisure.
Al Zahiyah
Al Zahiyah's real estate market is thriving, with a variety of properties catering to diverse needs. The area offers a mix of residential apartments, commercial spaces, and mixed-use developments. Notable projects include Shamma Tower, Saraya The Views, and Meera Time Residence Apartments, among others. These developments feature modern amenities and strategic locations, making them attractive options for both investors and residents.
What is Al Zahiyah known for?
- Historically, it was the “Tourist Club Area” in the 1970s, known for its entertainment, bars, hotels, and nightlife.
- Nowadays, it’s known for a mix of residential living + shopping + dining + life. For example, it hosts the large shopping centre Abu Dhabi Mall.
- The area appeals to those who want lifestyle convenience — dining, malls, parks, beach proximity — while still being in the city centre.
- It also has undergone infrastructure upgrades (roads, bridges) to support the growth.
So Al Zahiyah is both a lifestyle hub and a residential area. If you like being close to amenities, this area ticks a lot of boxes.
What types of properties are available in Al Zahiyah?
Here’s a breakdown of the property types and what you typically find:
Types of properties:
- Mostly apartments in high-rise towers: studios, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom and larger.
- Some buildings may include serviced apartments, short-stay units.
- There may be some commercial/retail spaces since the area is mixed-use.
- Although less so: villas are less common compared to split-houses in this area, since it is an inner-city district with high-rise living predominant. (Many guides emphasise apartments).
Typical features:
- Apartments often come with built-in wardrobes, open kitchens, modern finishes.
- Amenities such as pool, gym, underground parking, 24-hour security are common in many buildings.
- The residential stock is varied — from relatively older high-rises (since it's an established area) to more modern towers.
Are there restaurants and shopping malls in Al Zahiyah?
Yes absolutely. The area is well-equipped.
Restaurants & dining:
- Many restaurants, cafés, bars and nightlife options exist in Al Zahiyah. It is known for both long-standing local eateries and newer international options.
- The mix of local, mid-range, and up-market dining means you’ll find something for different budgets and occasions.
Shopping:
- The Abu Dhabi Mall is located in or right next to Al-Zahiyah, offering more than 200 boutiques, a cinema, eateries etc.
- There are supermarkets, daily needs shops, and other supporting retail infrastructure inside the neighbourhood.
- So yes for both dining and shopping, Al Zahiyah provides strong convenience.
What are the rental prices in Al Zahiyah?
Here are some current market indications for rentals in Al Zahiyah:
- According to one source, average yearly rentals: Studio AED 84,000, 1-bedroom ≈ AED 88,500, 2-bedroom ≈ AED 75,000, 3-bedroom AED 82,000, 4-bedroom ≈ AED 212,000.
- Another source lists: Studio AED 96,000; 1-bedroom AED 94,500; 2-bedroom AED 83,000; 3-bedroom AED 100,000; 4-bedroom AED 243,000.
- Further: Average rental price of objects in the area AED 106,700 yearly (for unspecified size) as per one guide. Minimum object rental AED 36,999.
- A property-portal listing shows starting yearly rents of about AED 70,000 and an average of about AED 124,000 for apartments.
Key takeaway:
- You should expect many rents in the ballpark of AED 80,000-120,000 per year for typical 1- or 2-bedroom apartments in Al Zahiyah.
- Studio units may be somewhat less; larger units (3-, 4-bedrooms) will cost significantly more.
- The variation depends on building age, view, amenities, condition, and exact location within the neighbourhood.
- Because it’s a central and in-demand area, expect slightly higher rental levels compared to more distant suburbs.
What is Skyloov’s offer/relation to Al Zahiyah?
Here’s what I found about Skyloov, followed by commentary on how that might relate to Al Zahiyah.
What is Skyloov?
- Skyloov is a UAE-based digital property platform (proptech) offering property search, listing and brokerage tools.
- It has features such as: voice-activated AI property search, self-service listing for homeowners, real-time matching of listings, and partnerships with many brokers.
- Their business model emphasises transparency and user-control (homeowners can list their property directly, without being bombarded by unsolicited calls).
- Growth metrics: They have millions of monthly visitors, a large number of listings and agency partnerships nationwide.
How does this relate to Al Zahiyah?
- While I did not find a specific “offer” by Skyloov unique to Al Zahiyah (e.g., a special discount or campaign exclusively for that neighbourhood), the general services of Skyloov cover the UAE property market including Abu Dhabi, so by extension they cover Al Zahiyah.
- If you are looking to rent or buy in Al Zahiyah, using Skyloov would allow you to search listings in that area, list if you are an owner, use their filtering or voice search to target Al Zahiyah, etc.
- If by “offer” you meant “what special deal” or “what listing” Skyloov has in Al Zahiyah, I did not locate a publicly advertised bespoke offer. It may be that there are listings in Al Zahiyah on Skyloov, like in any other area, but I found no mention of a unique “Al Zahiyah-only” promotion from Skyloov in the sources I checked.
Conclusion
Al Zahiyah's transformation is a testament to Abu Dhabi's vision for sustainable urban development. Through infrastructure enhancements, real estate innovations, and a commitment to sustainability, Al Zahiyah is evolving into a modern urban hub that offers a high quality of life for its residents.
