Sheikh Zayed Road Properties
Areas: Sheikh Zayed Road
ABOUT SHEIKH ZAYED ROAD
Sheikh Zayed Road (SZR) is known as one of the main highways in Dubai and the road that connects the seven emirates. SZR not only is the busiest road in Dubai, but it also has many high-rise buildings that house residential apartments and serviced hotel apartments. The area is always bustling and is popular amongst working professionals due to its proximity to many business hubs. But what is it like living on Sheikh Zayed Road? This area guide discusses everything in detail.
IN A NUTSHELL
- One of the prominent highways in the UAE
- Best known as the E11 highway connecting the two largest cities of UAE; Dubai and Abu Dhabi
- Stretches from Dubai to the other emirates
- Home to many high-rise residential skyscrapers
- Stretches to 558.44 km from Abu Dhabi to Ras Al Khaimah
- It has different names across the other emirates.
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Known to be the longest road in the UAE, construction for Sheikh Zayed Road began in 1971. The highway was completed in 1980. The road is named after the then President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan. SZR starts as the Abu Dhabi – Ghweifat International Highway at the Abu Dhabi – Saudi border and ends as the Al Manama – Ras Al Khaimah Road at the Ras Al Khaimah Oman border.
Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai starts from the interchange near the Oud Metha area to the Jebel Ali near the Dubai – Abu Dhabi border. It runs through the heart of the emirate along with the Dubai World Trade Centre, Emirates Towers, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and many more landmarks. The buildings situated along the road from the Trade Centre area to Business Bay are considered to be on Sheikh Zayed Road. These buildings not only offer a high standard of living but also come with many luxurious amenities nearby. The iconic Maze Tower and Ghaya Residence are situated on the same road.