UAE’s GCC’s Longest ‘Green River’ Takes Shape in Sharjah

Tuesday, 21 January 2025

A Dh3.5-billion real estate marvel has been unveiled in Sharjah, promising to redefine sustainable living in the Gulf region. Launched by Kuwait Real Estate Company (Aqarat) and IFA Hotels and Resorts, the project features the region’s longest ‘green river’ and a host of state-of-the-art amenities.

Key Highlights:

  • Green River Oasis:
    • A stunning 2.5-kilometre-long ‘green river’ forms the heart of the Al Tay Hills community.
    • Designed as a natural lung, the river will offer scenic beauty, fresh air, and recreational spaces.
    • Features include walking paths, relaxation zones, and lush greenery, fostering a serene environment.
  • Comprehensive Amenities:
    • Lifestyle Conveniences: A mosque, restaurants, cafes, and retail outlets.
    • Recreation Options: Playgrounds, swimming pools, and dedicated walking and cycling tracks spanning 11 kilometres.
    • Eco-Living Focus: A vision of sustainable, tranquil, and community-centric living.
  • Impressive Residential Options:
    • Spread across 6 million square feet, the project comprises 1,100 townhouses and villas.
    • Home sizes range from three to six bedrooms, priced between Dh1.8 million and Dh7.2 million.
  • Development Timeline:
    • The project will be executed in three phases.
    • Phase 1 is set to be delivered by Q1 2028.

Visionary Leadership Speaks

  • Jamal Al Shawish, Chief of Sales and Marketing, IFA Hotels and Resorts:
    “The green river is a unique recreational centerpiece designed to offer fresh air, relaxation, and vibrant living spaces.”
  • Talal Al-Bahar, Vice Chairman and CEO of Aqarat:
    “Sharjah’s real estate market is thriving, attracting global investors with its safe, business-friendly environment. This project will set new benchmarks for sustainable living in the region.”
  • Khaled Esbaitah, Chairman, IFA Hotels and Resorts:
    “Sharjah’s economic diversity and freehold property reforms have made it a top choice for investors.”

A Community Like No Other

With its blend of eco-conscious design, premium amenities, and strategic location near Emirates Road and Sharjah Grand Mosque, Al Tay Hills promises to be an unparalleled addition to Sharjah’s real estate landscape.