Al Ghadeer Gardens masterplan aerial view showing villas and landscaped streets

Master community

Al Ghadeer Community by Aldar

3 million sqm on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai border. Thousands of residents already call it home.

Background

History and scale

Al Ghadeer is a 3 million sqm mixed-use master community. It was originally launched by Sorouh Real Estate in 2007 and continued by Aldar after the 2013 merger. Total development value AED 10 billion. The masterplan comprises over 14,000 homes across villas, townhouses, and apartments. Already home to thousands of residents. Located in Seih Al Sedirah on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai border along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). Freehold, all nationalities. Golden Visa from AED 2 million.

Location

Location and connectivity

Dual-emirate access to employment hubs in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with brochure drive times below.

Map showing Al Ghadeer location between Abu Dhabi and Dubai with drive times to airports
Drive times from Al Ghadeer
DestinationDrive time
Yas Island~15 min
Zayed International Airport (Abu Dhabi)~35 min
Expo City Dubai~20 min
Dubai Parks and Resorts~20 min
Al Maktoum International Airport~16 min
Abu Dhabi city centre~50 min
Downtown Dubai~45 min

Amenities

Community amenities

Community centre, swimming pool, splash pad and water slide, play areas, basketball and padel, football field, events lawn, edible garden, desert stargazing lawns, grocery and retail, BBQ pavilions, shaded picnic lawns, pedestrianised streets, and Harvest agricultural hub.

Al Ghadeer community centre building and gathering terrace

Community centre

The neighbourhood gathering place for events and everyday connection.

Adult swimming pool in the Al Ghadeer community amenities cluster

Swimming pool

A community pool for morning laps and weekend afternoons.

Kids' splash pad and water slide at the Al Ghadeer pool deck

Splash pad and water slide

A kids' water play area beside the main pool.

Open play lawn for younger children in Al Ghadeer

General play area

Open play space for younger residents.

Children's playground with play equipment in Al Ghadeer

Playground

Dedicated play equipment within a short walk of the homes.

Padel court with lighting at Al Ghadeer sports amenities

Padel court

A padel court for evening games after work.

Players on an Al Ghadeer padel court beside landscaped lawns

Sports lifestyle

Courts and open lawns designed for regular use, not showpiece weekends.

Neighbourhood football field inside the Al Ghadeer master community

Football field

A full football field for neighbourhood matches.

Football and sports courts viewed across Al Ghadeer open space

Football and sports courts

A football field and sports courts sit within a short walk of the homes.

Edible garden beds and fruit trees at Al Ghadeer Harvest

Edible garden

Communal planting that feeds the neighbourhood.

Open lawn and shade trees in an Al Ghadeer neighbourhood garden

Events lawn and picnic lawns

Shaded picnic lawns and an events lawn for community gatherings.

Ground-floor grocery and retail frontage in Al Ghadeer

Grocery and retail

Everyday essentials around the corner.

Covered BBQ pavilion in the Al Ghadeer community landscape

BBQ pavilions

Covered BBQ pavilions for family evenings.

Tree-lined pedestrian street with no through traffic in Al Ghadeer

Pedestrianised streets

Shaded streets built for walking, scooters, and the school run.

Fitness gym interior serving Al Ghadeer residents

Gym

A community gym for daily training.

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Children on scooters arriving at Al Ghadeer British School main entrance

School

Al Ghadeer British School

Aldar Education, British curriculum, 2,800 students, opening 2030.

Pedestrian route toward Al Ghadeer British School through planted streets

Pedestrianised streets are designed so children can walk to school through a neighbourhood that already exists — not a future promise on a board.

Now

Current launches

Row of Al Ghadeer Gardens townhouses in late-afternoon golden light

Al Ghadeer Gardens

789 homes across two phases. Phase 1 sold out (437). Phase 2 selling now from AED 2 million (352).

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Why it matters

Investment case

  • Freehold, all nationalities
  • Mid-market family positioning (Gardens from AED 1.7M, 5% booking on Phase 1)
  • Dual-emirate demand
  • Proven sellout velocity (Gardens Phase 1 AED 1B+ at launch)
  • 83% first-time buyers on Gardens Phase 1
  • 64% expatriate or overseas buyers
  • Established community, not a empty masterplan
  • Al Ghadeer British School from 2030
  • Golden Visa eligibility from AED 2M

Compare Al Ghadeer with other Abu Dhabi family communities

The AED 128 billion Al Maktoum Airport expansion, 16 minutes from Al Ghadeer, is reshaping the corridor. See the full timeline.

Drought-tolerant planting and shade trees along an Al Ghadeer street

Environment

Sustainability

The wider Al Ghadeer community targets Estidama Pearl 3 and Fitwel 2-star certification. Gardens Phase 1 remains specified at Pearl 2 and Fitwel 2-star. Nature-led landscape, solar-powered park lighting, edible gardens, and the Harvest agricultural hub.

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Tell us whether you are looking at Parks, Gardens Phase 2, or the wider community.

Your Al Ghadeer advisor will be in touch with all the details.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Al Ghadeer?
A 3 million sqm, AED 10 billion master community by Aldar on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai border in Seih Al Sedirah, already home to thousands of residents, with more than 14,000 homes planned.
Is Al Ghadeer freehold?
Yes. All phases are freehold, open to all nationalities. Properties from AED 2 million may qualify for the 10-year UAE Golden Visa, subject to applicable requirements.
What projects are available at Al Ghadeer?
Al Ghadeer Gardens (789 homes across two phases: Phase 1 sold out, Phase 2 selling now from AED 2 million) and Al Ghadeer Parks (registration open; Parks-specific details pending from Aldar).
Is there a school at Al Ghadeer?
Yes. Al Ghadeer British School, operated by Aldar Education, follows the British curriculum, has capacity for 2,800 students, and is planned to open in 2030.
How far is Al Ghadeer from Dubai?
Brochure figures: Expo City Dubai and Dubai Parks and Resorts about 20 minutes, Al Maktoum International Airport about 16 minutes, and Downtown Dubai about 45 minutes, along the E311.