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An affordable, emerging community in Ajman.

Al Alia

Al Alia is an emerging, affordable residential district in Ajman, set inland from the downtown and Corniche. It mixes villa plots and low-rise homes with a growing supply of new freehold apartment buildings, and sits right on the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) corridor toward Sharjah and Dubai. Entry prices are among the lowest in the UAE.

Al Alia Emerging · Affordable
7–9%
Rental yield
350–650 AED
Average price per sqft
CONNECTIVITY

Where Al Alia sits.

On the E311 corridor, with links to Sheikh Zayed Street for internal Ajman routes.

Drive times

Ajman City Centre~20 min
Sharjah~20 min
Dubai~45 min
Sharjah Int'l Airport~20 min

Metro & transport

None
Ajman has no metro — the area is car-served, with bus stops a short drive away.

Major roads

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed RoadE311
NEIGHBORHOOD LIFE

A full life — without leaving.

Education

  • Hampton Heights British Private School (~7 min)
  • Woodlem Park School
  • International Indian School Ajman
  • Ajman University (~15 min)

Healthcare

  • Thumbay Hospital Ajman
  • Amina Hospital
  • Gulf Medical University Hospital

Shopping

  • Ajman China Mall (~12 min)
  • City Centre Ajman (~18 min)
  • Emirates City Mall

Leisure

  • Helio Park
  • Al Yasmin Park
  • Ajman Cricket Club

Landmarks

  • Al Tallah Camel Racecourse
  • Al Zorah Nature Reserve & Golf Club (~15 min)
THE DATA

The numbers. No fluff.

Al Alia is one of Ajman's most affordable emerging districts — villa plots and low-rise homes alongside a growing supply of new freehold apartment towers such as Rockhill Tower. Entry prices are among the lowest in the UAE, and Ajman's rental market has been climbing.

7–9%
Gross rental yield · city avg ~6–9% (Ajman apartments)
350–650 AED/sqft
Current price · per sq.ft
~6 AED per sqft (apartments); villas & plots minimal AED/sqft
Service charge · per year
Avg. price per sq.ft · 2024–2026 ▲ Rising entry-level market
202420252026
Apartments7–9%
Villas5–7%
FIGURES INDICATIVE, NOT A GUARANTEE · AS OF 2026-07-23
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who Al Alia suits best.

A strong fit if you're…
  • Yield-focused investors — low entry prices with steady rental demand
  • First-time buyers seeking freehold at a low entry cost
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1 PROJECT IN AL ALIA

What's available right now.

Live from the catalog — sorted cheapest first.

OFF-PLAN
Rockhill Development

Rockhill Tower in Al Alia, Ajman

Studio, 1-2 Bedroom Handover Q1 2029
From
273,353AED
GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about Al Alia.

Where is Al Alia?+

Al Alia is an inland residential district in Ajman, set back from the downtown and Corniche, with quick access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) toward Sharjah and Dubai.

What can you buy in Al Alia?+

Mostly freehold apartments in new low- and mid-rise buildings, plus villa plots and townhouses. Entry prices are among the most affordable in the UAE — new studios start from around AED 280,000.

What rental yield does Al Alia offer?+

Ajman's affordable apartment areas typically return around 7–9% gross, among the highest in the UAE, supported by steady tenant demand. Villas sit closer to 5–7%.

How is Al Alia connected?+

By road. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) links it to Sharjah (~20 min) and Dubai (~45 min), and Sharjah International Airport is about 20 minutes away. Ajman has no metro, so the area is car-served.

Can foreigners buy in Al Alia?+

Yes — new Al Alia apartment projects are sold freehold, open to buyers of all nationalities, held in your own name.

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