Al Muqarrab Street: Your Complete Guide
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Al Muqarrab Street is a significant thoroughfare on Al Reem Island, serving as the primary address for major residential and commercial developments within the island's Shams community. The street has become a recognized landmark for luxury residential properties and modern mixed-use complexes.
Location
Positioned on Al Reem Island (accessible via Hazza Bin Zayed The First Street from mainland Abu Dhabi), Al Muqarrab Street serves the island's eastern waterfront development zone.
Primary Developments
Sea Side Tower (30-Storey Mixed-Use Complex)
A premium development featuring:
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300 residential units (2-3 bedroom apartments)
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904-2,200 sq. ft. unit sizes with spacious living areas
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Sea-view balconies off living rooms
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Two underground parking levels with separate guest parking
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Gym with showers, swimming pools (adult & children)
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Jacuzzi, steam bath, sauna
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Children's playground and cafe
Rental Market
2-bedroom apartments: Starting AED 69,000 annually (as of Q1 2023)
Burj Al Shams
A landmark residential tower (50 Al Muqarrab Street) serving as an iconic development on the street.
Proximity to Attractions
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Reem Central Park: Walking distance, featuring fountains, outdoor restaurants, sports fields, children's playgrounds, skatepark, cycling paths
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Shams BOUTIK Mall: 15-minute walk, offering retail stores, restaurants, family entertainment
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Educational Institutions: Repton British School, Mosaic Nursery, Liverpool Nursery (10-15 minute walk)
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Medical Facilities: Burjeel Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, NMC Specialty Hospital (10-minute drive)
Transportation
Primary bus stops (Al Reem Shams and Al'Oud St/Repton) are located within a 5-minute walk. The island's central location provides 20-25 minute drive times to major Abu Dhabi destinations.
Character
Al Muqarrab Street represents Al Reem Island's upscale residential and commercial character, featuring world-class amenities, vibrant community life, and modern urban planning integrating commercial, residential, and recreational functions.
Photography Tips
Modern architectural designs of residential towers, waterfront promenades, and marina facilities offer excellent photography opportunities. The island's vibrant mix of development, parks, and water features provides diverse compositional opportunities.