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The UAE government never fails to put the world in awe for the innovative projects it develops. Masdar City in Abu Dhabi is another jaw-dropping project that is a huge leap into the future. The Masdar City project is a mini example of how the world can operate using clean energy.


All Masdar City buildings are designed to reduce water and energy consumption and use recycled materials. They are built using recycled aluminum and low-carbon cement.


Another reason why Masdar City is an excellent project is that it has a free zone, so investing there is easy!

Price Insights

Average prices

TypeAvg. Price (AED/ year)
Studio47,000
1 Bedroom62,000
2 Bedrooms77,000
3 Bedrooms125,000

The data displayed is based on Property Finder’s last 12 months listing data.

Frequently asked questions

Masdar City’s location is quite special for 2 main reasons; one is that it is in Abu Dhabi, one of the most vibrant places that attract people from all around the world.

The second reason is that Masdar City is located 5 minutes away from Abu Dhabi International Airport, which makes it easily accessible to international investors. Many people also visit Masdar City for tourism.

Masdar City, or Masdar Green City as some call it, has a unique location that makes it easy to reach many of Abu Dhabi’s most remarkable attractions.

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport: 10 minutes away
  • Ferrari World: 12 minutes away
  • Warner Bros. World: 20 minutes away
  • Abu Dhabi Mall: 30 minutes away
  • Saadiyat Beach: 30 minutes away
  • Observation Deck at 300: 30 minutes away.
  • Masdar City to Yas Mall: 16 minutes
  • Masdar City to Mussafah: 32 minutes
  • Masdar City to Dubai: 40 minutes.

Masdar City transportation is different from anywhere else since the city is a mini utopia of clean energy, so normal transportation is a no, no.

The Masdar City population was promised an eco-friendly environment, and the promise was fulfilled.

Clean Energy Transportation

Eco Bus and Electric Shuttle Cars. Those little shuttles are totally efficient, clean, and amazing! Since Masdar City does not allow carbon in, these buses are their answer. The bus is made of aluminum, which is made from recycled materials, and all it needs is a battery charge.

Masdar City Fact: It plans to have a metro station as well.

Masdar Eco City aims at fulfilling all its residents’ needs so that they don’t have to leave it for basic needs.

  • School
  • Medical center
  • Masdar City Tower: It is a 45 m high wind tower that is a landmark in innovation and technology. The tower directs the cool wind at high altitudes to ground level. It helps cool down the high temperature, giving people a break from the heat.
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • Masdar Investment Area
  • Mall
  • Retail stores
  • Park
  • Golf club
  • Gym
  • Football pitch
  • Masdar Free Zone: The free zone offers excellent benefits to investors and business developers and owners. Some of the best benefits are the following:
  1. No personal or corporate taxes
  2. Total business ownership, no need for an Emirati sponsor
  3. Access to great retails stores, cafes, and restaurants
  4. Amazing location

Masdar City’s masterplan will expand when it comes to education since it is necessary for the technological breakthrough the city has reached. For the time being, there is one school and two universities.

Schools

Ryan International School

  • Year Group: Kindergarten to Grade 10
  • Curriculum: CBSE
  • KHDA Rating: Acceptable
  • Location: Plot No A-02 & A-03, Near Khazna Data Center, Masdar City.

Universities

Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

  • Year Group: Post Graduate Degrees; Masters of Science and PhD -Location: Airport Road, Masdar City

Masdar Institute of Science and Technology

  • Year Group: Undergraduate and graduate studies
  • Location: Near Home WTC AUH, Airport Road, Masdar City.

One of the many wonderful things about Masdar City is that you can find all your grocery needs inside it. There are two major hypermarkets there that offer excellent quality products.

F Mart

  • Location: Masdar City
  • Hours: 8 am to 10 pm

Carrefour Masdar City Center

  • Location: Masdar City main boulevard
  • Hours: 9 am to 12 am

Abu Dhabi Masdar City’s clean energy project is all about a healthier life; health centers are definitely a necessity. The city is still building more services, but so far there is one medical center available in the Masdar City area.

The Doctor’s Medical Center Masdar Branch

  • Location: It is located close to the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology
  • Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
  • Some Specialties: Pediatrics, Dentists, Internal Medicine

There are some Masdar City restaurants to choose from, so get ready to start the eternal dilemma of eating yet not gaining weight.

  • Ola Brasil Restaurant (Zomato Rating 4.6, Brazilian, Al Ghazal Golf Club Airport Free Zone)
  • Madang Korean (Zomato Rating 4.6, Korean, Al Ghazal Golf Club Airport Free Zone)
  • Sumo Sushi (Zomato Rating 4.2, Japanese/Sushi/Asian, Masdar Institute of Science and Technology)
  • Airport Garden Restaurant (Zomato Rating 3.5, Indian/Middle East, Airport Park)
  • Il Cafe Roma (Zomato Rating 3.4, Cafe/Italian, Ground Level Siemens Building, Near Etihad Plaza).

Masdar City features many activities to do to maintain a healthy lifestyle mainly. Clean air, renewable energy, and an awesome place to live are what you will find there.

  • Walking, Running, and Cycling. Al Mamsha is where you need to be to go running and/or cycling. Walking is acceptable, of course, too. Move your legs and work these muscles.

  • Working Out and Sports. If you want more advanced workouts, go to any of the gyms available along Mamsha Trail there. You may also play a little Basketball or Soccer at the courts available along the Mamsha Trail.

  • Chilling and Having a Picnic. You can enjoy a little break and grab a bite at Masdar Park, which is as big as 25,000 square meters! If you have children, there’s a playground available for them to play safely so you can enjoy some quiet. You can also have a picnic while you enjoy the cute tree lights that change colors as you touch them.

  • Shopping at the Mall. Go pamper yourself a little, chill with your friends or family, and buy whatever you want. There are many retail stores available at Masdar City Center, Abu Dhabi.

City Center Masdar is the best place to go shopping in Masdar City. Whatever it is you are looking for is probably there!

Some of the retail stores available are the following:

  • Max
  • Shoexpress
  • Jawhara Jewelry
  • Magrabi
  • Homesmiths
  • Annabelle
  • Redtag.

Location: Masdar City Main Boulevard

Hours: Sundays to Wednesdays from 10 am to 10 pm and Thursdays to Saturdays from 10 am to 12 am.

Residential units in Masdar City are apartments, mostly 1- to 2-bedroom apartments.

Masdar City buildings are a breakthrough in energy preservation and using clean energy. The city's sustainability is maintained in its residential buildings as well as corporate and commercial ones. The two most significant residential buildings there are the following:

Etihad Eco Residence

  • Type of Residence: 11 residential buildings especially made for Cabin Crew
  • Apartments: 1- to 2-bedroom apartments
  • Developer: Masdar
  • Highlights: Amenity pool deck, retail space, solar thermal water heater.

Leonardo Residence

  • Type of Residence: Residential area which includes 170 units
  • Apartments: 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments
  • Developer: Reportage Properties LLC
  • Highlights: Gym, swimming pool, BBQ areas, children's playground.

Masdar City is always looking for more ways to make the world a better, healthier place, therefore the city hosts scientific exhibitions, lectures, and many other events related to technology.

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