Al Shawamekh

Al Shawamekh is a suburban area on the mainland south-east of Abu Dhabi island, near Mohamed Bin Zayed City and Al Shamkha, off the E22 and E30. Access is by car. There is no metro, so check RTA bus routes for your plot.

Al Shawamekh is largely residential, with villas, local shops and community services, and a quieter suburban pace. Larger malls and services are in Mohamed Bin Zayed City and Khalifa City within a drive. New projects are adding homes. Visit at different times of day before you commit.

Schools near Al Shawamekh lie in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, including Merryland International School, rated Outstanding by ADEK. Check curricula, fees and current ADEK inspection ratings on the ADEK and TAMM school directories before deciding.

It suits families seeking suburban homes at lower prices than the islands. Check on DARI whether each project sits in an investment area open to non-UAE nationals before you reserve and review developers' delivery records. Review total cost, not just the starting price, before reserving.

We currently list 1 off-plan project in Al Shawamekh, from developers including Aldar. Each project shows its unit types, starting figures and handover date. See other launches across the emirate on our off-plan list, and read payment plans explained before you choose.

Abu Dhabi allows non-UAE nationals to own property only in designated investment areas. Check whether projects in Al Shawamekh fall within one, and the form of ownership offered with the developer and on ADREC's DARI platform before you reserve. Ask for the plot details in writing.