About Bawabat Al Sharq by Baniyas Investment & Development in Baniyas, Abu Dhabi
Welcome to Bawabat Al Sharq – Abu Dhabi's Gateway to the East
Rising majestically in Bani Yas City, Abu Dhabi, Bawabat Al Sharq – meaning 'Gateway of the East' – is one of the UAE capital's most ambitious and complete master-planned communities. Developed by Baniyas Investment & Development Company LLC (BIDC), this extraordinary community covers 108 hectares (11.6 million sq ft) and represents a total investment of AED 3 Billion.
Bawabat Al Sharq is a fully self-contained residential destination designed for those who crave the full spectrum of modern life within one walkable, beautifully designed neighbourhood. With its distinguished Bawabat Al Sharq Mall, private international school, community sports facilities, lush open parklands, and diverse residential offering – from efficient studio garden homes to generous 4-bedroom villas – every element of daily life has been anticipated and elevated here.
Located approximately 35 km from Abu Dhabi city centre and just a 10-minute drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport, the community offers a rare combination of connected suburban tranquility and urban convenience.
Bawabat Al Sharq Mall
At the heart of the community stands the Bawabat Al Sharq Mall – a vibrant two-floor retail and entertainment destination with 339 retail outlets and 70,000 sqm (753,474 sq ft) of leasable area. The mall is anchored by a Carrefour hypermarket (8,800 sqm), a Grand Cinema with 1,200 seats, Wanasa Land family entertainment, and the traditional Souq Al Megnas. Over 2,245 car parking spaces serve the mall's visitors.
Phase II Apartments – Block 3 (Garden Homes, Typical Apartments & Penthouses)
Block 3 (Buildings 2, 3, 4, 8, 9 & 10) offers an inspiring variety of apartment types including ground-floor garden homes with private outdoor terraces, well-proportioned typical floor apartments, and stunning penthouses:
- Garden Home 1A (1BR): 938.6 sq ft indoor + 484.3 sq ft terrace = 1,422.9 sq ft total
- Garden Home 2A (2BR): 1,164.6 sq ft indoor + 484.3 sq ft terrace = 1,648.9 sq ft total
- Garden Home 3A (3BR): 1,855.6 sq ft indoor + 560.7 sq ft terrace = 2,416.3 sq ft total
- Apartment 2A (2BR Typical): 1,446.6 sq ft indoor + 39.8 sq ft balcony = 1,486.4 sq ft total
- Apartment 3A (3BR Typical): 1,862.1 sq ft indoor + 124.8 sq ft balcony = 1,986.9 sq ft total
- Apartment 3B (3BR Typical): 1,862.1 sq ft indoor + 57.0 sq ft balcony = 1,919.1 sq ft total
- Penthouse 3A (3BR P.H.): 2,475.0 sq ft indoor + 635.0 sq ft terrace = 3,110.0 sq ft total
- Penthouse 3B (3BR P.H.): 2,898.7 sq ft indoor + 1,323.9 sq ft terrace = 4,222.6 sq ft total
Phase II Apartments – Block 6 (Studio to 1BR, Garden Homes)
Block 6 (Buildings 1, 6 & 13) offers compact, highly efficient units from deluxe studios to 1-bedroom garden homes:
- Garden Home Studio A: 555.4 sq ft indoor + 218.5 sq ft terrace = 773.9 sq ft total
- Garden Home 1A (1BR): 757.8 sq ft indoor + 275.6 sq ft terrace = 1,033.4 sq ft total
- Garden Home 1B (1BR): 800.8 sq ft indoor + 99.0 sq ft terrace = 899.8 sq ft total
- Studio A (Typical): 555.4 sq ft indoor + 99.0 sq ft balcony = 654.4 sq ft total
- Studio B (Typical): 555.4 sq ft indoor + 36.6 sq ft balcony = 592.0 sq ft total
- Apartment 1A (1BR Typical): 757.8 sq ft indoor + 67.8 sq ft balcony = 825.6 sq ft total
Phase II Apartments – Block 8 (1BR & 2BR)
Block 8 (Building 5) provides generous 1 and 2-bedroom apartments:
- Apartment 1A (1BR): 775.0 sq ft indoor + 75.0 sq ft balcony = 850.0 sq ft total
- Apartment 2A (2BR): 1,517.0 sq ft indoor + 183.0 sq ft balcony = 1,700.0 sq ft total
- Apartment 2B (2BR): 1,561.0 sq ft indoor + 129.0 sq ft balcony = 1,690.0 sq ft total
Phase 5 Modern Villas
Bawabat Al Sharq's Phase 5 introduces an exclusive collection of modern contemporary villas in two configurations:
- 3 Bedroom Villa (Type 3F): Ground Floor GFA 1,680.6 sq ft (156.13 m²) + First Floor GFA 1,522.8 sq ft (141.47 m²)
- 4 Bedroom Villa (Type 4F): Ground Floor GFA 1,955.3 sq ft (181.65 m²) + First Floor GFA 1,950.3 sq ft (181.19 m²)
Community Amenities
Residents of Bawabat Al Sharq enjoy a comprehensive lifestyle offering within the community:
- Bawabat Al Sharq Mall with 339 outlets, Carrefour, Grand Cinema, Wanasa Land, and Souq Al Megnas
- Private international school and kindergarten
- Children's playing areas
- Communal BBQ and outdoor amenities
- Multipurpose hall for community events and gatherings
- Community swimming pools and recreational spaces
- 24-hour security
- Covered parking for all residents
Prime Location in Baniyas
- ~10 mins to Abu Dhabi International Airport
- ~35 km from Abu Dhabi city centre
- Adjacent to Bani Yas City's established residential and commercial corridor
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Property Prices
| Unit Type | Avg Size | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment (Deluxe Suite) | 592 - 773.9 sq ft (incl. terrace/balcony) | On Request |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | 825.6 - 1,422.9 sq ft (incl. terrace/balcony) | On Request |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | 1,486.4 - 1,700.0 sq ft (incl. balcony) | On Request |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | 1,919.1 - 2,416.3 sq ft (incl. balcony/terrace) | On Request |
| 3 Bedroom Penthouse | 3,110.0 - 4,222.6 sq ft (incl. terrace) | On Request |
| 3 Bedroom Villa (Type 3F) — Phase 5 | 3,203.4 sq ft total GFA (two floors) | On Request |
| 4 Bedroom Villa (Type 4F) — Phase 5 | 3,905.6 sq ft total GFA (two floors) | On Request |
Floor plan
Studio Apartment (Deluxe Suite) - Studio A — Typical Floor (Block 6)
Studio Apartment (Deluxe Suite) - Studio B — Typical Floor (Block 6)
Studio Apartment (Deluxe Suite) - Garden Home Studio A — Ground Floor (Block 6)
1 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 1A — Typical Floor (Block 6)
1 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 1A — Block 8
1 Bedroom Apartment - Garden Home 1B — Ground Floor (Block 6)
1 Bedroom Apartment - Garden Home 1A — Ground Floor (Block 6)
1 Bedroom Apartment - Garden Home 1A — Ground Floor (Block 3)
2 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 2A — Typical Floor (Block 3, Floors 1–3)
2 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 2B — Block 8
2 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 2A — Block 8
2 Bedroom Apartment - Garden Home 2A — Ground Floor (Block 3)
3 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 3B — Typical Floor (Block 3)
3 Bedroom Apartment - Apartment 3A — Typical Floor (Block 3, Floors 4–5)
3 Bedroom Apartment - Garden Home 3A — Ground Floor (Block 3)
3 Bedroom Penthouse - Penthouse 3A (Block 3)
3 Bedroom Penthouse - Penthouse 3B (Block 3)
3 Bedroom Villa (Type 3F) — Phase 5 - Villa Type 3F — 3 Bedroom (Phase 5)
4 Bedroom Villa (Type 4F) — Phase 5 - Villa Type 4F — 4 Bedroom (Phase 5)
Amenities
FAQ
Bawabat Al Sharq is developed by Baniyas Investment & Development Company LLC (BIDC), Abu Dhabi.
Bawabat Al Sharq is located in Bani Yas City, Baniyas, Abu Dhabi – approximately 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 35 km from Abu Dhabi city centre.
Bawabat Al Sharq offers studio apartments (from 592 sq ft), 1-bedroom apartments (from 825 sq ft), 2-bedroom apartments (from 1,486 sq ft), 3-bedroom apartments (from 1,919 sq ft), 3-bedroom penthouses (from 3,110 sq ft), 3-bedroom villas (Type 3F, ~3,203 sq ft GFA), and 4-bedroom villas (Type 4F, ~3,906 sq ft GFA).
Bawabat Al Sharq Mall is a two-floor destination with 339 retail outlets and 70,000 sqm of leasable area. Anchors include Carrefour (8,800 sqm), Grand Cinema (1,200 seats), Wanasa Land family entertainment, and the traditional Souq Al Megnas. Over 2,245 car parking spaces are available.
Garden Homes are ground-floor apartments with large private terraces. For example, the Block 3 Garden Home 3A offers 1,855.6 sq ft of indoor space plus a 560.7 sq ft private terrace, totalling 2,416.3 sq ft – ideal for families seeking outdoor space.
Bawabat Al Sharq covers 108 hectares (11.6 million sq ft) and represents a total investment of AED 3 Billion by BIDC.
