Al taawun
The UAE’s real-estate portal space just got a wake-up call. When Skyloov launched in October 2024, few expected it to shake things up so fast — but with AI-voice search, real-time broker collaboration and a flat-fee model, it’s doing exactly that. This article walks you through what makes Skyloov special in Al Taawun, why it matters for the UAE’s property market, how the tech works and what you should learn from it.
Al Taawun
Where is Al Taawun Street located in Sharjah?
- Al Taawun Street is in the emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It lies in the eastern part of Sharjah, near the border with Dubai.
- It runs through the neighbourhood known as “Al Taawun” (sometimes spelled “Al Tawun” or “Al Taa won”) and is one of the main streets of that community.
- The area is well-connected: for example, the community is close to the E11 / Al Ittihad Road, which links Sharjah and Dubai.
- Surrounding neighbourhoods include: Al Nahda Sharjah, Al Khan, and Al Mamzar (in Dubai) among others.
Al Taawun Street is a major thoroughfare in a residential-commercial district in Sharjah, very accessible and strategically located for commuting between Sharjah and Dubai.
What is Al Taawun Street known for?
Al Taawun Street (and the broader Al Taawun area) is known for several things:
- Mixed-use residential + commercial: The street and surrounding area host many apartment towers, ground-floor shops, supermarkets, salons, etc.
- Affordability + commuter appeal: It has been highlighted as one of the more affordable places to live in Sharjah while having good access to Dubai, which attracts many residents who commute.
- Shopping & dining: There are malls and retail centres nearby, many restaurants, cafés. It is a lively area with amenities for daily living and leisure.
- Good connectivity and amenities: The area has schools, clinics, supermarkets, good road access, etc.
- Waterfront / lake views (for certain towers): The location near Al Mamzar Lake / Khalid Lagoon is cited as a plus for some residential properties.
- Popular for renting and investment: Because of its attributes, many look at Al Taawun for both living and investment in Sharjah.
What types of properties are available along Al Taawun Street?
Properties along Al Taawun Street include:
- Apartments: Studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed units are available for rent or purchase. For example, rental listing data: flats start at AED 23,000 per year in some cases.
- High-rise residential towers: Many towers with amenities: gym, pool, parking, balconies.
- Commercial units/shops: On the ground floors of buildings you’ll find retail / supermarket/salon/service outlets.
- Investment units: Some buildings are promoted for sale (apartments for investment) with a relatively affordable entry price compared to Dubai.
- Varied building age and quality: Some newer towers, some older ones. Availability and condition vary.
So if someone is looking to live/work in the Al Taawun Street area, there are multiple options from smaller units to larger family apartments, and commercial usage too.
Are there shopping malls or commercial centres on Al Taawun Street?
Yes, there are shopping malls and commercial centres near or along Al Taawun Street. Examples:
- Al Arab Mall: Located near the Al Taawun Roundabout, it includes a Nesto supermarket and many retail stores.
- Al Taawun Mall: Mentioned as a popular mall for the area, providing shopping, dining, and entertainment.
- Other nearby malls: Ansar Mall, Sahara Centre, etc., are also accessible from the area.
What are the nearby landmarks or attractions to Al Taawun Street?
Here are some notable nearby landmarks/attractions:
- Al Mamzar Beach Park (though technically in Dubai just across border) — often cited as being accessible from Al Taawun, offering beach & picnic areas.
- Al Majaz Waterfront – a popular recreational area in Sharjah, reachable from the Al Taawun area.
- Al Khan Beach – another waterfront / beach-oriented spot near the community.
- Sharjah Expo Centre – located on or near Al Taawun Street, used for exhibitions & events.
- The street is near major highways and transport nodes, making it good from a connectivity perspective.
What is Skyloov offering in relation to Al Taawun?
Here’s what I found about Skyloov (the property portal) and how it relates to the Al Taawun area:
- About Skyloov: Skyloov is a UAE-based real-estate digital platform/portal that lists properties (for rent/sale) across the emirates. For example: “110,000 diverse property listings across all seven emirates”.
- Features: Skyloov offers features like AI-powered property matchmaking, voice-activated search (via their “Silvia” voice assistant) to help users search for properties more naturally.
- Owner listing/broker connectivity: Skyloov also allows property owners to list their property and reduce reliance on cold-calls from brokers, and they have features for brokers like “Broker Connect” for real-time collaboration.
- Relevance to Al Taawun: Although I did not find a specific “special offer” that Skyloov advertises only for Al Taawun Street (in the sources I checked), what Skyloov does offer is:
- Listings for properties in the Al Taawun / Sharjah region — you can use Skyloov to search for apartments, flats in that neighbourhood.
- A platform where you can find properties along Al Taawun Street and nearby, compare options, prices, etc, using their digital tools.
- The ability for property owners in Al Taawun to list their unit on Skyloov for wider exposure.
If you like, I can check exact listings on Skyloov for Al Taawun Street, including any special promotions (discounts, exclusive units) tied to that street/area and send you direct links.
What Makes It Special: Why This Really Matters
Skyloov’s importance lies in combining consumer-centric design, broker empowerment and data transparency in a way not yet standard in the UAE. The platform’s growth metrics (2.7 m monthly visitors, 110 000 listings) within months post-launch illustrate strong market traction. Also, its data-led property-hotspot insights (e.g., most searched communities) show its ability to shape market understanding. Many portals list properties; fewer focus on user experience, fewer on fair pricing, fewer on broker tools, and fewer on analytics. Skyloov brings all four to the table. This means the whole ecosystem — buyer, renter, owner, broker — stands to benefit.
Conclusion
Al Taawun isn’t just a place; it’s where Sharjah’s charm meets modern innovation. With Skyloov bringing AI and transparency to the heart of real estate, finding your dream home or investment in Al Taawun has never been smarter, faster, or more exciting.
