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Your guide to living in Al Raha Beach

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Your guide to living in Al Raha Beach
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If you’re looking for a central location but want to enjoy the best of seaside living, head to Al Raha Beach Abu Dhabi. Developed by Aldar, one of the leading real estate developers, Al Raha Beach was launched in 2006. This remarkable development offers luxurious waterfront living, spanning over 11 kilometres of a pristine beachfront and covering an area of 5.2 million square metres.

Community Overview

Al Raha Beach is one of the most prestigious parts of Abu Dhabi very popular among both renters and investors. Al Raha is a mixed-use development boasting premium residential and commercial spaces. Home to three distinct communities namely Al Bandar, Al Muneera, and Al Zeina, there’s something for everyone. It is ideally situated adjacent to Khalifa City A and across the water from Yas Island with its theme parks and mega-mall. It’s a 10-minute drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport and close to the main road access to both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. It’s also home to the iconic Aldar headquarters, the first circular building in the Middle East. Built along a natural beachfront, this community provides a laid-back, resort-like lifestyle with every convenience available. Al Raha Beach is a good place to live for families, professionals, and retirees alike. Al Bandar boasts a marina and is the most exclusive precinct which appeals mostly to singles and couples.  Al Muneera and Al Zeina are more suitable for families. They both offer a private beach, restaurants, and a supermarket with the only difference in the residential properties. If you’re looking for more space, choose Al Zeina. Al Raha Beach presents a luxurious lifestyle with a variety of amenities and activities. It’s the perfect choice for those who want a relaxed setting with fine facilities yet still want to be centrally located.

Your Living Options

Able to accommodate 120,000 residents, Al Raha has a vast collection of luxury properties including apartments with 1-4 bedrooms, exclusive penthouses, townhouses featuring 3, 4 bedrooms, 1-5-bedroom duplexes, and villas with 3-6 bedrooms.

Properties in Al Bandar vary from studios to 6-bedroom penthouses. Meanwhile, Al Muneera and Al Zeina have townhouses, apartments, and podium villas, mostly overlooking the sea.

Properties for Sale

Whether you're in search of your dream home or an investment, Al Raha Beach features an array of exquisite properties for sale.

Apartments

Property SizePrice Range (AED)
Studio670,000 - 1,100,000
1 Bedroom680,000 - 1,900,000
2 Bedroom950,000 - 3,600,000
3 Bedroom1,800,000 - 6,000,000
4 Bedroom2,500,000 - 7,000,000

Townhouses

Property SizePrice Range (AED)
2 Bedroom2,900,000 - 4,230,000
3 Bedroom2,775,000 - 6,000,000
4 Bedroom3,780,000 - 7,000,000

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Villas

Property SizePrice Range (AED)
5 Bedroom8,000,000 - 17,500,000
6 Bedroom6,000,000 - 18,000,000

Penthouses

Property SizePrice Range (AED)
4 Bedroom5,000,000 - 8,500,000
5 Bedroom6,650,000 - 14,000,000

Properties for Rent

For renters with the desire of a waterfront living, Al Raha Beach is the place to be. Al Muneera is a new business center at Al Raha Beach where office buildings arose. It is of the highest demand among renters because many would like to live next to their offices and not waste much time on transport. The majority of the tenants are the Europeans.

Apartments

Property SizePrice Range (AED/year)
Studio37,000 - 115,000
1 Bedroom45,000 - 145,000
2 Bedroom70,000 - 250,000
3 Bedroom115,000 - 300,000
4 Bedroom160,000 - 350,000

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Townhouses

Property SizePrice Range (AED)
3 Bedroom140,000 - 300,000
4 Bedroom190,000 - 350,000

Villas

Property SizePrice Range (AED)
5 Bedroom260,000 - 525,000
6 Bedroom300,000 - 600,000

Amenities

Al Raha Beach is a luxurious neighbourhood providing residents with a high-quality living experience. Al Bandar offers a modern chic lifestyle with a promenade, a sea-overlooking plaza, a first-rate marina, several hotels, and nightclubs. Al Muneera and Al Zeina possess a beach, retail stores and supermarkets, waterfront restaurants, landscaped gardens, and dancing fountains. Al Raha Beach offers plenty of outdoor activities for those who enjoy an active lifestyle. Fitness enthusiasts can get a kick out of gyms and sports facilities. If you love water sports, kayaking, paddleboarding, or sailing are a few to relish. Furthermore, with healthcare facilities and nearby schools, Al Raha Beach ensures that residents have everything they need at their fingertips.

Shopping and Entertainment

Who doesn’t like shopping especially when you’re near the best malls in the city? Al Raha Beach is close to Yas Mall and Al Raha Mall where you can shop your favorite brands. Be entertained by these malls' cinemas and amusement centres. Yas Mall is directly connected to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi for fun and adventure. Other leisure facilities include SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, Yas Bay, and Yas Marina Circuit. On the other hand, you have Waitrose, Spinneys, Carrefour, and Lulu for your grocery needs. 

Dining Experience

Savour international cuisines from Asian to Mediterranean, Italian, and many more. Al Bandar area is the top choice with its diverse selection. Mediterranean restaurant and bar Pacifico TIKI, which juts out into the Yas Island Waters, is a popular spot with locals. Tawa Bakery is a great spot for a lazy breakfast with a view of Al Muneera, while Café Firenze is the place for a coffee in Al Zeina. Also new to the neighbourhood is the popular Leopold’s of London located along the beachside. Aside from Café Firenze, there's also Andiamo!, Bricco Cafe, and Vasa Vasa for your Italian cravings. Café Mozart, McGettigan’s, and Azure in Al Raha Beach Hotel are other popular hang-outs for fine-dining restaurants. Other diners include Cafe Lilies, Doner Kebab, Burger House, Hanoi Vietnamese Cafe, Kebabs and Kurries for Indian, and Zuwadeh Jdoudna for Lebanese.

Education Options 

As a self-sufficient community, Al Raha Beach has many schools like the Yellow Submarine Nursery, located within Al Raha Beach. There are plenty of nurseries and schools in Khalifa City A, which is a 15-minute drive from Al Raha Beach. These include Reggio Emilia-inspired Learning Spaces Nursery, GEMS American Academy offers an American/International Baccalaureate programme, Raha International School an International Baccalaureate World School, and Al Yasmina School with its British curriculum.

Health and Wellness

Al Raha Beach also has this feel-good look-good factor with its health and wellness facilities.

Healthcare Facilities

Fitness Centres

  • Cobra Fitness
  • CrossFit Abu Dhabi | Arena Fitness
  • Infinite Change Fitness
  • Fit & Flex Studios Amwaj1
  • Vogue Fitness | Al Raha

Wellness and Beauty

  • Kaya Skin Clinic - Al Raha Mall
  • Bliss Now Wellness Hub
  • Fantastic Spa
  • Me & Only Man Spa
  • The Cloud Spa
  • Cocopilla Men Relaxation And Massage
  • NStyle Beauty Lounge
  • Glamour Hair Salon

Transportation

With bus routes and taxis available everywhere on the island, it is easily accessible. It was designed to accommodate a tramline and water-taxi stations but there’s no sign of those yet. Halla Walla in Al Bandar provides Dh50 public boat rides. Bus Number 180 stops at Al Zeina and Al Muneera every two hours, and goes on to Yas Mall and Downtown Abu Dhabi. You can also hire bicycles courtesy of ADCB’s bike-share scheme for Dh15 per day. 

Life In Al Raha Beach

Al Raha Beach is a good place to live for families, professionals, and retirees alike. It offers a luxurious lifestyle with a variety of amenities and activities. Whether you are looking for a permanent home, an investment opportunity, or simply a place to enjoy a resort-like lifestyle, Al Raha Beach stands out as a premier choice in the real estate landscape of Abu Dhabi.

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