Contemporary Style - Abu Dhabi
HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT CONTEMPORARY STYLE
Arabic Style. This variety of housing options caters to different tastes and preferences.
The residential community known as Al Reef Villas, located in Al Reef, boasts a total of 2,376 villas that can house more than 16,000 residents. Its strategic proximity to both Abu Dhabi International Airport and the picturesque Al Raha Beach makes it an attractive option for those seeking convenient living arrangements. Manazel Real Estate launched this project back in 2008 and finished construction four years later in 2012. To provide a range of styles for prospective homeowners with different tastes, the development includes four unique architectural themes: Contemporary Style, Mediterranean Style, Desert Style and Arabic Style.
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In keeping with the Arabian aesthetic.
Villas in the area all adhere to the Contemporary Style architecture theme, with a planned completion date set for December 2011. These family homes vary in size, ranging from 1832 sq. ft. to 3749 sq. ft., and offer configurations of 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedrooms.
IN A NUTSHELL
NEIGHBOURHOOD
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Al Reef is a great community for individuals seeking a serene atmosphere to unwind in after a long day. The tranquil environment remains one of the prime benefits of residing in Al Reef.
The modern community of Abu Dhabi's village boasts a plethora of business, shopping and public amenities. Its key attractions include:
The present-day society is an all-encompassing establishment that offers a serene atmosphere, picturesque foliage and harmonious way of life that entices families. Convenient proximity to educational institutions, child care facilities, fitness centers, clinics, lodgings and places of worship guarantees residents' tranquility.
In addition to those amenities, Contemporary Village Abu Dhabi also provides retail services and banking options, as well as laundry facilities and coffee shops nearby. Furthermore, there are various fitness options available for residents such as squash courts, tennis court, basketball courts and swimming pools for both adults and children.
PROPERTIES IN CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
The available properties are villas with a contemporary theme that can be rented or purchased. These units come in attached and semi-detached forms, ranging from 2 to 5 bedrooms. They boast impressive finishes and amenities such as ensuite master bedrooms, roomy living/dining areas, stylish cabinets in modern kitchens, study rooms, storage spaces and guest toilets. What's more, they also offer private gardens for residents' enjoyment and secure car parking spaces.
Rental Trends in Contemporary Style Villas
It is possible to rent Contemporary Style Villas in Abu Dhabi for an annual price ranging from AED 75k to AED 165k. Options include units with 2 to 5 bedrooms.
The rental trend for every type of bed is outlined below.
Contemporary Village has limited availability of 3-bedroom apartments for rent, with an annual rental cost of AED 110k.
Sale Trends in Contemporary Style Villas
Prospective investors interested in the region have the option of exploring available villas for purchase within Contemporary Community. These properties are being offered at prices that are highly competitive and present a very promising opportunity for generating strong returns on investment.
ROI IN CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
Contemporary Style Villas present a compelling investment opportunity, with the 3-bedroom units offering the highest return on investment at 6.87%. The 2-bed units also provide an attractive rental yield of 6.65%. Additionally, there are options for 4-bed and 5-bed villas with returns ranging from 6.22% to 6.61%.
CONTEMPORARY STYLE, AL REEF VILLAS FLOOR PLANS
For Contemporary Style floor plans, browse Bayut's official website and view the 2D and 3D layouts available for each property and bedroom configuration.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN CONTEMPORARY VILLAGE
To take advantage of the nearby Al Adaed Street and Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashed Road, it is advised to utilize personal transportation. Additionally, Contemporary Style Villas in Abu Dhabi are equipped with protected parking areas.
Public Transportation near Contemporary Village
Individuals who opt for utilizing public transportation have the option of traveling to Abu Dhabi Bus Station, which is located approximately 28 minutes away from the sub-community. For those without a personal vehicle, taxi services are available outside the gates of the villa community or an online ride-hailing service can be utilized for convenient commuting within the vicinity.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
There are several nearby food markets, such as:
Contemporary Village has two branches of Select Market which can cater to most grocery requirements. One is situated in Al Reef's Building 26, while the other one is found on Street No. 4 in Arabian Village. Both locations are only a short drive away, approximately taking around 3 to 4 minutes.
Al Rifai Roastery can be found next to Select Market in the Al Reef Downtown Block F2 area, just a quick 3-minute car ride from the nearby sub-community. In addition, Fathima Supermarket is located on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Highway also within close proximity at just a 4-minute drive away from Al Rifai Roastery.
Residents looking to do a big grocery shop in Abu Dhabi can visit Waitrose, which is one of the top supermarkets in the area. It can be found on Al Raha Boulevard and takes only 11 minutes to reach.
MOSQUES NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
The Aisha Ibrahim Al-Saman Mosque is conveniently located within walking distance of the neighbourhood. For those in Al Reef, a local mosque can be reached by car in just 2 minutes. Another nearby option is the Mosque Mubarak Bin Ghanem Al Ketbi, which can be found on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Highway in Rawdat Al Reef and is only a short 3-minute drive away.
OTHER PLACES OF WORSHIP NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
Located just 13 minutes from Contemporary Style Villas is the nearest place of worship, New Life Church. Additionally, there are several other churches in Abu Dhabi that are within a 25-minute range. These include The Armenian Church of Abu Dhabi, St. Paul's Church in Musaffah, Mar Thoma Church, St. Elias Rome Orthodox Church, Filipino Christian Church, Prophet Elias Cathedral Greek Orthodox, All Saints Anglican Church and Brethren Church Center in Abu Dhabi.
The Contemporary Community is located just a short 15-minute drive away from the BAPS Hindu Mandir, which happens to be Abu Dhabi's first-ever Hindu temple.
Parents have the convenience of having a variety of nurseries, primary and secondary schools in close proximity. Some nearby options for nurseries are:
SCHOOLS NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
Maple Bear Nursery can be reached by car in 3 minutes. IQ Kids Nursery has a branch in Al Bahyah, which is a 9-minute drive away. As for Al Dana Nurseries and Baby Bear's Nursery, they are both located in Al Shahama and can be reached within 10 minutes by car.
There are additional educational institutions located in the vicinity of Contemporary Style Villas Abu Dhabi.
Ajyal International School Al Falah is situated on Bustanah Street, a mere 11-minute drive from New Al Falah. Under the auspices of the Bin Omeir Group, it adheres to American Common Core Standards in all English medium subjects while placing great emphasis on Arabic language, Arabic Social Studies and Islamic Studies. Other schools like Al Salam School and Al Rayana School are also located in Al Falah but may require a 13 to 15-minute drive.
SABIS International School, established in 2015, provides the SABIS Education Programme to students from kindergarten through Grade 12. Situated in Yas Island North, Abu Dhabi, it covers an area of over 60,000 square meters and boasts well-appointed classrooms as well as advanced science and computer labs. The campus also features a large auditorium for events. Additionally, students can participate in various extracurricular activities such as athletics on tracks and courts for tennis and basketball. They can also enjoy the use of an Olympic-sized soccer field.
A pool of Olympic standards, but smaller in size.
Located near the West Yas Plaza in Zone K, the West Yas Academy is among Aldar Academies and provides exceptional education to its students. Their curriculum follows the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum, and their campus boasts of modern facilities. Each classroom has ample space equipped with advanced technology like 3D projectors, Green screens and interactive whiteboards. The academy also features computer labs, well-stocked science labs, a music room complete with recording equipment and a large auditorium that hosts extracurricular activities. Additionally, they have an extensive library for all students to access.
Both SABIS International School and West Yas Academy can be found in Yas Island, which is approximately an 11 to 13-minute drive from either school.
The Khawarizmi International College is the closest university for higher education in Abu Dhabi. It boasts a distinguished faculty and is widely recognized as one of Abu Dhabi's top universities, particularly for Healthcare & Medical studies, Business Administration, and Islamic Finance. Located just a 10-minute drive from Deerfield Mall on Al Shahama Road in Al Bahia.
There are various medical facilities in close proximity to the Contemporary Style Villas, such as health centers, clinics and hospitals.
The Ibn Sina Medical Centre is positioned next to Select Market Al Reef Downtown Block F2 and can be reached in just 3 minutes by car. NMC Royal Medical Center, on the other hand, is situated in Al Shahama and requires an 8-minute drive to reach.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
One of the top hospitals in Abu Dhabi is Dar Al Shifaa Hospital, which prioritizes providing cutting-edge healthcare services to patients. The hospital's 17 outpatient medical offerings range from Dermatology & Venereology to Dental, Nephrology, Ophthalmology, and Neonatology.
The Amana Healthcare Medical and Rehabilitation Hospital can be reached within 15 minutes by car, while Al Mireef Street in Khalifa City houses a Mediclinic branch.
Contemporary Village is surrounded by various communities on all sides.
To the west, on the other side of the road, lies the Al Falah community. Adjacent to it is Airport Area, also referred to as Al Matar, which accommodates Abu Dhabi International Airport.
NEARBY AREAS
Located on the northern side of the sub-community, Al Shahama benefits from convenient access to a network of main roads that link up with important areas of Abu Dhabi, including Yas Island and Al Raha Beach where many recreational activities can be found.
In the vicinity of Contemporary Style Villas, locals have access to several shopping centers.
Individuals addicted to shopping can visit Namesti, the closest option which can be reached within a 4-minute car ride.
LIFESTYLE
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi is a popular destination for shopping, offering a wide array of amenities including more than 370 retail stores and various dining options. The mall boasts numerous fashion outlets like Khaadi, MANGO, Coast, Tryano, Weekend MaxMara, Lacoste, Zippy and Carter’s. Shoppers seeking handbags, shoes and other accessories can visit Steve Madden, Ecco or Charles & Keith.
At this mall, both men and women can indulge in a variety of luxury brands such as Keith, Aldo, Michael Kors and Montblanc. Beauty enthusiasts have a selection of cosmetic and fragrance options from Sephora, MAC, Kush, Urban Decay, and Arabian Oud. The mall is conveniently located just an 8-minute drive away.
Deerfields Mall on Abu Dhabi – Al Shahama Road, Al Bahya is the ultimate retail destination. It boasts a variety of renowned shops such as Athlete’s Co., Ajmal Perfumes, Aldo, MAC Cosmetics, Max Fashion, Bath & Body Works, Damas and Mothercare. Additionally, Deerfields Mall offers banking & exchange services, pharmacies & spas and an information desk. Visitors can also take advantage of electric charging stations and free public parking. The mall is located a short 14-minute drive away from the city center.
A sub-group within a larger community.
The Al Raha Mall in the district of Al Raha is a hub for various amenities such as fashion, electronics, and home furnishings stores. Visitors can also enjoy a 3-screen cinema and relish food from the mall's food court. It takes about 15 minutes to reach this destination by car.
Contemporary Style Villas are in close proximity to various dining establishments, such as:
You can easily reach some nearby dining options from Contemporary Village. Al Reef is home to a KFC branch on Al Adaed Street, while IL Forno Abu Dhabi serves up fine Italian cuisine in the villas of Al Reef.
RESTAURANTS NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
In Al Reef Villas, there is Wakumi - a dining establishment that serves Japanese cuisine. Additionally, Taste of Lahore's Baithak Restaurant offers Pakistani dishes. For those craving Thai food in Abu Dhabi, Royal Orchid Restaurant is considered one of the top options available.
You can also get your caffeine fix from Starbucks, Meraki Roastery and Cafe, and Costa Coffee at Al Reef.
The closest beaches to Al Reef Villas' Contemporary Village are Al Zeina Beach and Yas Beach. These two locations offer the ideal setting for a pleasant day of sunshine.
Yas Beach in Abu Dhabi is a top-rated beach that provides numerous water activities such as Jet Skis, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, beach volleyball and banana rides. It only takes around 13 to 15 minutes of driving to access these spectacular beaches.
BEACHES NEAR CONTEMPORARY STYLE VILLAS
The sub-community is approximately 11 minutes away from Abu Dhabi International Airport, which serves as the closest landmark.
Contemporary Style Villas are located in close proximity to a variety of enjoyable recreational activities.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
At a distance of 10 minutes by car from Abu Dhabi lies the remarkable Al Ghazal Golf Club, which offers golf lovers one of the finest courses. This course is unique with its English-style clubhouse, health club, sports facilities and an amazing 18-hole sand course.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, a famous theme park bearing the Ferrari brand name, can be found on Yas Island just 12 minutes away from Contemporary Villas. Covering an area of 86,000 square meters, it offers several motorsports attractions and rides in addition to dining options and souvenir shops like The Ferrari Store and Ferrari Past & Present Store.
Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi is a popular destination for fans of beloved characters like Looney Tunes, Superman, Batman, Jetsons and Flintstones. In addition to the thrilling themed rides, visitors can indulge in a variety of culinary treats at Bronto Burgers and Ribs, Gotham City’s Finest, Big Belly Burger, Mr Freeze Ice Cream Truck and Penelope Pitstop Cotton Candy.
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is a waterpark with an Emirati-inspired theme that boasts more than 40 rides and slides spread throughout six zones. Among the standout attractions are Jebel Drop, Falcons Falaj, Bandit Bomber, and Liwa Loop. Additionally, there are plenty of kid-friendly options like Cannon Point, Tot's Playground, Yehal, and Cinesplash to keep younger visitors entertained. It's no wonder why Yas Waterworld makes it onto many bucket lists for things to do on Yas Island.
The present-day neighborhood offers various lush green spaces, including the Contemporary village playground and two other community playgrounds nearby. Within a quick 1 to 6-minute drive, you can enjoy leisurely walks in either Arabian Village Park or Quiet Park during morning or evening hours.
Inhabitants are able to utilize communal swimming facilities such as the Arabian Village Swimming Pool, Al Reef Downtown Swimming Pool, and Desert Village Swimming Pool.
Contemporary Style Villas are located near several fitness centers, such as:
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
There are various beauty salons in the vicinity of Contemporary Village, Al Reef Villas.
These establishments that cater to personal upkeep are located within a brief one to four-minute car ride.
Prospective buyers seeking family homes in Contemporary Village can choose from a variety of villas that are conveniently located nearby vital lifestyle facilities.
The present-day village can be found in Al Reef Abu Dhabi.
Contemporary Village, Al Reef comprises of different kinds of residential units such as villas and townhouses.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
The modern Abu Dhabi Village offers roomy villas ranging from two to five bedrooms.
FAQs about Contemporary Village
WHERE IS THE CONTEMPORARY VILLAGE LOCATED?
The construction of Contemporary Village came to an end in December 2011.
WHAT ARE THE MAIN PROPERTY TYPES IN THE CONTEMPORARY COMMUNITY?
Properties in Contemporary Village, Al Reef include villas and townhouses.
HOW MANY BEDROOMS ARE AVAILABLE IN AL REEF’S CONTEMPORARY VILLAGE UNITS?
Contemporary Village Abu Dhabi has spacious villas with two to five bedrooms.
WHAT IS THE COMPLETION DATE FOR THE CONTEMPORARY VILLAGE?
Contemporary Village was completed in December 2011.