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  • Apartment - 1 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 1 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 1 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 4 days ago

    60,000 yearly

    Nice 1bhk apt with 2 bathroom central ac big hall

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    Area: 1,000 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Mohammad Omar Faruk

    Mohammad Omar Faruk

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 4 days ago

    70,000 yearly

    Large Private building 2bhk apt with central ac

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    2

    Area: 2,000 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Mohammad Omar Faruk

    Mohammad Omar Faruk

  • Apartment - 1 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 1 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 1 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 4 days ago

    70,000 yearly

    luxury 1bhk apt with parking balcony wardrobe

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    Area: 1,000 ft²

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    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Mohammad Omar Faruk

    Mohammad Omar Faruk

  • Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 5 days ago

    84,999 yearly

    Spacious 3BR | Chiller-Free | Basement Parking

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    3

    Area: 1,600 ft²

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    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Muhammad Atif Pathan

    Muhammad Atif Pathan

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 5 days ago

    65,000 yearly

    Nice, Clean 2 -bed Flat for rent in Shabiya

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    2

    Area: 1,000 ft²

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    Shabiya 11, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Sajid Mazeen

    Sajid Mazeen

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 6 days ago

    70,000 yearly

    Private Building/2BHK Available/Shabiya 9

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    2

    Area: 1,700 ft²

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    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Rejaul karim joynal abedin

    Rejaul karim joynal abedin

  • Apartment - 2 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 6 days ago

    74,999 yearly

    Chiller Free| Bright Interiors |Book Your Viewing

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    Area: 1,500 ft²

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    Shabiya 11, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Muhammad Atif Pathan

    Muhammad Atif Pathan

  • Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 6 days ago

    95,000 yearly

    Well-Planned 3BR | Great Value | Ideal Location

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    Area: 1,800 ft²

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    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Numan Ali

    Numan Ali

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 9 days ago

    52,500 yearly

    2 BR Apartment with 1200 Sqft in Abu Dhabi

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    2

    Area: 1,200 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Imran khan

    Imran khan

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 11 days ago

    60,000 yearly

    Limited-Time Offer – Prime Shabiya Propertyl60K

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    2

    Area: 1,250 ft²

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    Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Nazir Ahmed Daudpota

    Nazir Ahmed Daudpota

  • Apartment - Studio - 1 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - Studio - 1 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - Studio - 1 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 17 days ago

    33,000 yearly

    Affordable Family Studio For Rent | Shabiya 11

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    Area: 390 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 11, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    NAVEED SHEHZAD

    NAVEED SHEHZAD

  • Apartment - 1 - 1 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 1 - 1 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 1 - 1 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 17 days ago

    55,000 yearly

    Prime Location 1BHK Apartment Available Shabiya 9

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    1

    Area: 1,050 ft²

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    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Rejaul karim joynal abedin

    Rejaul karim joynal abedin

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 24 days ago

    75,000 yearly

    2 BR Apartment in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

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    Area: 1,700 ft²

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    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Tarikul hasan Tajul islam

    Tarikul hasan Tajul islam

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 25 days ago

    68,000 yearly

    Spacious 2 BHK Apartment for Rent in Shabiya

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    2

    Area: 1,200 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Imran khan

    Imran khan

  • Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 11 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 26 days ago

    105,000 yearly

    Premium 3BR Apartment for Executive Bachelor |ME11

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    Area: 1,500 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 11, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    MUHAMMAD JIBRAN

    MUHAMMAD JIBRAN

  • Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 2 - 2 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 26 days ago

    60,000 yearly

    2BHKlApartmentlwith Wardrobes| Shabiya 09|

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    2

    Area: 1,050 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Nazir Ahmed Daudpota

    Nazir Ahmed Daudpota

  • Apartment - 3 - 4 for rent in Shabiya 12 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 4 for rent in Shabiya 12 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 4 for rent in Shabiya 12 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 26 days ago

    100,000 yearly

    With Parking 3 Bed Hall Apart Available in Shabiya

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    3

    4

    Area: 1,550 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 12, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Shazeena Fatima

    Shazeena Fatima

  • Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi
    Apartment - 3 - 3 for rent in Shabiya 9 - Shabiya - Mussafah - Abu Dhabi

    Listed 1 month ago

    95,000 yearly

    Private Building/3BHK Apartment/Shabiya 9

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    3

    Area: 2,400 ft²

    Apartment

    Shabiya 9, Shabiya, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi

    Tarikul hasan Tajul islam

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Shabiya
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  • Price range33K - 105K
  • Properties listed18

Real Resident Voices

  • 4.3
    Anonymous

    Peaceful place for family with all necessary nearby. Free parking. Schools are nearby

  • 5.0
    Anonymous

    It was very awsome and fantastic job done. Well managed and superb. Thanks for your kindness and support

  • 3.5
    Irfana

    Good place to live, school, hospital, malls, groceries shop are very nearby

  • 3.8
    Anonymous

    Its very good place to live. Schools, malls, hospitals, hotels, restaurants & groceries store are very close.Most over less traffic and free packing

  • 2.8
    Anonymous

    I live in MBZC shabia . Its a nice place to live in such a place because its quit and there is parking. All the services are available.

Mussafah
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Price Insights

  • Price range33K - 105K
  • Properties listed19
  • Avg. price30.8K
  • Avg. price/sqft71.2

Real Resident Voices

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  • 5.0
    Dhyaa M.

    Vibrant and desirable area

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Your guide to finding a flat for rent in Shabiya

Shabiya sits inside Mohammed Bin Zayed City, on the mainland side of Abu Dhabi, and it's one of the older workforce-and-family neighborhoods around Mussafah. Locals still call the sub-sectors by number: Shabiya 9, 10, 11 and 12 are the ones you'll see most often in listings. The look is low-rise. Rows of four to six-storey residential blocks, wide service roads, corner supermarkets, and small mosques between the buildings.

The rental stock of a Shabiya flat for rent is almost entirely apartments. You'll find studios and one-bedroom flats aimed at single tenants and couples, alongside two and three-bedroom units that families take on longer leases. Rents sit at the affordable end of the Abu Dhabi market, which is the main reason people move in and stay. 

Most buildings offer basic finishes, split AC, and free surface parking, though a handful of newer blocks include lifts, covered bays, and a small gym.

Tenants of a flat for rent in Shabiya are usually mid-income professionals working in Mussafah's industrial zones, ICAD, or the port, along with families who want school and clinic access without paying island prices. Residents rate the area well for peace, parking, and family friendliness. Amenities score lower, so don't expect a mall on your doorstep.

Connectivity is the honest trade-off. You're about a five-minute drive from Mussafah Mall and everyday shops, but reaching Abu Dhabi Island or the airport means a longer run on Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. If you drive, that's manageable. If you rely fully on buses, plan your commute before signing.

Market overview

Shabiya's rental stock sits inside the numbered sectors, mainly Shabiya 9, 10, 11, and 12, and it's built around low- to mid-rise blocks rather than towers. You'll find studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom flats making up most listings, with a smaller pool of three-bedroom units suited to families sharing. Sizes are practical, not generous, so layout and natural light matter more than headline square footage.

Pricing differences between a Shabiya flat for rent and another come down to three things: which sector you're in, how recently the building was refurbished, and whether parking and maintenance are actually managed on site. Blocks closer to Mohammed Bin Zayed City services tend to hold firmer rents than deeper interior streets.

Types of Shabiya Apartments for Rent

Median PriceSize Range sqft
2 BedroomsApprox. AED 68,000 per year1,000 - 2,000
3 BedroomsApprox. AED 95,000 per year1,500 - 2,400

Supply of apartments for rent in Mussafah Shabiya

Most rental listings in Shabiya cluster in the AED 62,000 band, which is where you'll find the widest choice of flats. A secondary pocket of options sits around AED 50,000 to AED 54,000 for tighter budgets, and another small group appears near AED 82,000 for larger or better-finished units. 

Supply thins noticeably in the AED 66,000 and AED 78,000 ranges, so if that's your target, expect fewer matches and be ready to move quickly when something lists.

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Listing distribution of a flat for rent in Shabiya reflects current availability on Property Finder and shifts as new flats come to market.

Who should rent an apartment in Shabiya, Abu Dhabi?

  • Families on a budget

    Families who want schools, clinics and grocery stores within a short walk.

  • Mussafah industrial workers

    Staff working in Mussafah's factories and workshops who need a short commute home.

  • Value-focused sharers

    Roommates and colleagues splitting rent in a quieter part of Abu Dhabi.

  • Drivers who need parking

    Residents with cars who want free on-street parking outside the building.

  • Long-term Abu Dhabi renters

    Tenants settled in the capital who prefer a low-rise, community-style neighbourhood.

Affordable areas for a Shabiya flat for rent

The lower-numbered Shabiya sectors keep entry rents accessible. Studios and one-bedroom flats in Shabiya 9 typically sit around AED 22,000 to AED 30,000 a year, with older buildings pushing the lower end. 

Shabiya 10 works similarly for singles and small families, with one-bed rooms often available near AED 32,000. If you want the cheapest option, look at unfurnished units on higher floors in Shabiya 11, where two-beds can start close to AED 38,000. Parking's usually free, which matters here.

Luxury areas for a Shabiya flat for rent

Shabiya isn't a luxury market in the Corniche sense, but a few newer towers offer a clear step up. Buildings in Shabiya 12 with lift access, covered parking, and gym facilities push three-bedroom rents into the AED 65,000 to AED 80,000 range. 

Larger family flats in the newer blocks of Shabiya 10, closer to Mohammed Bin Zayed City, can reach AED 70,000 when finished to a higher standard. Expect ceramic finishes, split ACs, and closed kitchens rather than resort-style amenities.

Best areas for a flat for rent in Shabiya

Shabiya 10 pulls the most tenant interest, thanks to its mix of schools, clinics, and grocery stores within walking distance. Two-bedroom flats there usually rent between AED 40,000 and AED 55,000. Shabiya 11 is the next go-to, popular with families who want a slightly quieter block and rent in a similar band. 

Shabiya 12 rounds out the top three, drawing renters who want newer construction and don't mind paying a bit more, often AED 45,000 to AED 60,000 for a two-bed.

Apartment price comparison in Mussafah Shabiya

Shabiya sits at the affordable end of the Mussafah rental map, and that's the main reason people look here. A typical one-bedroom flat rents from around AED 28,000 to 38,000 a year, with two-bedrooms landing in the AED 40,000 to 55,000 range. Move over to Mohammed Bin Zayed City, right next door, and similar units run roughly 15 to 20 percent higher for comparable space.

Push further into Khalifa City, and you're looking at 30 to 40 percent above. Shabiya rates, often AED 55,000 plus for a one-bed. Musaffah industrial zones sit lower, but they're not really residential in the same way. Shabiya's the practical middle.

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Rental figures of a Shabiya flat for rent are indicative and vary by building age, floor, and furnishing. Confirm current asking prices with a listing agent before signing.

Why should you rent an apartment in Shabiya, Abu Dhabi?

  • Family-friendly with quiet streets

    Residents rate Shabiya highly for peace and quiet, and it scores well on family-friendliness too. The numbered sub-communities (Shabiya 9, 10, 11, 12) are laid out in low-rise blocks with wide internal roads, so day-to-day life feels calmer than central Abu Dhabi.

  • Everything you need within walking distance

    Schools, clinics, groceries, hotels and small malls all sit inside the community or a short walk away. That's a big part of why tenants stay: the daily errands don't need a car, and you're not driving across town for basics.

  • Free parking, no daily hassle

    Parking scores 4.2 in resident reviews, and most buildings offer free on-street or lot parking. If you've rented elsewhere in Abu Dhabi, you'll know how much that matters. No paid Mawaqif zones to juggle every morning.

  • Well-maintained buildings

    Maintenance is the highest-rated category here, scoring 4.5 out of 5 from residents. The stock is mostly mid-rise apartment blocks kept in solid shape, which means fewer landlord headaches once you've signed the tenancy contract.

  • Easy access to Mussafah industrial area

    If you work in Mussafah's industrial zones or ICAD, Shabiya puts you about a five-minute drive from the workshops and warehouses. That commute proximity is the main reason a lot of tenants pick this area over Khalifa City or Mohammed Bin Zayed City.

  • Lighter traffic than the island

    Connectivity scores 4 out of 5, and residents specifically mention lower traffic compared to central Abu Dhabi. You can reach the E11 and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street quickly, so weekend trips into the city or out to Dubai stay manageable.

Amenities and lifestyle

Daily errands in Shabiya stay close to home, with schools, clinics, and grocery stops all within about a five-minute drive of the residential blocks.

Schools

  • Bright Riders School, roughly a seven-minute drive
  • Al Dhafra Private Schools, around ten minutes away
  • The Model School, about a five-minute drive within Mussafah

Hospitals

  • NMC Royal Medical Centre Mussafah, under ten minutes away
  • Lifecare Hospital Mussafah, roughly eight minutes by car
  • Burjeel Medical Centre Shabiya, a five-minute drive

Supermarkets

  • Lulu Hypermarket Mussafah, around ten minutes away
  • Carrefour Market Shabiya, a five-minute drive
  • West Zone Fresh Supermarket, within the neighborhood

Malls

  • Mussafah Mall, roughly eight minutes by car
  • Capital Mall, around fifteen minutes away
  • Dalma Mall, a twelve-minute drive

Attractions

  • Mussafah Community Park, about a five-minute drive from Shabiya
  • Al Falah Plaza, around ten minutes away

Getting around Mussafah Shabiya

Shabiya sits inside the Mussafah industrial belt, south of Abu Dhabi Island. Getting around here works best if you drive, but the bus network keeps things workable if you don't. Residents rate connectivity and parking well, which tells you a lot about daily life in the sub-communities from Shabiya 9 through 12.

There's no metro or tram in Abu Dhabi, so buses do the work. Integrated Transport Centre routes run along Mussafah's main roads, linking Shabiya to the central bus station on the island and to Mohammed Bin Zayed City next door. Frequencies are decent on weekdays and thinner late at night, so plan around that if you're renting without a car.

Shabiya connects quickly to Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road (E11) and the Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), which handle most of your longer trips. 

Reckon on around 20 minutes to downtown Abu Dhabi, 10 to Mohammed Bin Zayed City, 15 to Abu Dhabi International Airport, and roughly an hour to Dubai in clear traffic. Free street parking around the residential blocks is one of the area's real advantages.

Pros and cons of renting Apartments in Shabiya

Pros

Family-friendly streets with free parking outside most buildings
Schools, clinics, and grocery stores within walking distance
Quieter than central Abu Dhabi with less traffic
Rents sit well below island and corniche neighbourhoods
Easy access to Mohammed Bin Zayed City and E11

Cons

Limited high-end dining and cafe options nearby
Older building stock in some Shabiya sectors
Longer commute to Abu Dhabi island at peak hours

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