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Al Qurm offers gated villa communities, family-friendly amenities, and rare freehold ownership opportunities close to the capital's key landmarks.
Al Qurm is located quietly on the southwestern edge of the main island of Abu Dhabi, and perhaps that is exactly what draws people to it. Small, established, and surprisingly calm for a district this close to the core landmarks of the capital. Two gated sub-communities make up the area, each with different ownership rules, different sizes, and different appeals. Not a flashy destination. Just a well-positioned, peaceful residential pocket that families and professionals seem to keep returning to.
Al Qurm is one of the quietest, smallest, and most in-demand residential districts of Abu Dhabi. A compact, united community on the southwestern end of the main island, where private villas, spacious gardens, tree-lined streets, and an unusual degree of neighborhood calm exist within minutes of the most valued landmarks of the capital.
Geographically, the district is positioned with its northern boundary running along E10 (Abu Dhabi–Al Shahama Road / Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street) and its eastern edge near Airport Road. Al Rawdah, the district containing Zayed Sports City Capital Gate, and ADNEC, lies immediately to the east.
Al Mushrif is to the northwest, Al Maqtaa is to the south and southeast, and the Ministries Complex borders the district to the north/northeast. The Eastern Mangrove National Park runs along the southeastern edge. Al Qurm is situated in Abu Dhabi Municipality, adjacent to the Ministries Complex. So, in terms of city positioning, this is not a developing area; it is well inside the established urban grid of Abu Dhabi.
Al Qurm is not a single monolithic development. It has two distinct gated sub-communities and understanding both is important before making any decision.
Al Qurm Compound, Abu Dhabi, has a total of 87 residential villas in 4 to 6-bedroom units ranging from 2,600 sq. ft. to 5,200 sq. ft. The villas have master bedrooms, internal wardrobes, ensuite bathrooms, a big majlis room, a large dining room, and a semi-open kitchen.
The units also have a room for a maid with a bathroom and a room for a driver with a separate entrance. Al Qurm Compound is a leasehold compound near Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street, set on a total area of approximately 97,000 sq. ft. This is a critical distinction for foreign buyers; more on that below.
Al Qurm Gardens features 4 and 5-bedroom double-story villas, developed by Burooj Properties in 2009. Al Qurm Gardens is a freehold area. The villas range from 4,402 sq. ft. to 4,800 sq. ft., considerably larger than many comparable options in Abu Dhabi at this price tier.
To complement the upscale residences, Al Qurm Gardens offers communal facilities including a swimming pool, a dedicated play area for children, a well-equipped health club, and a gym. So, the short version: Al Qurm Compound is leasehold; Al Qurm Gardens is freehold.
Since 2019, foreign nationals have been allowed to buy property in Abu Dhabi in designated investment zones with full freehold ownership rights. This means non-natives can own residential, commercial, or investment properties outright in government-approved areas. Previously, foreign ownership was limited to leasehold arrangements of up to 99 years.
Al Qurm Gardens, being a freehold community, is within this framework. Al Qurm Compound is leasehold and does not offer that same level of ownership. A leasehold property means that the buyer gets the right to occupy and use the property for a defined period, usually up to 99 years, but not the land it sits on. After the lease expires, ownership reverts to the freeholder.
For UAE nationals and GCC citizens, both sub-communities are accessible without restriction. For everyone else, Al Qurm Gardens is the relevant purchase option. And it is also worth noting that UAE property-linked visas like the Golden Visa are only available for freehold property owners with investments above AED 2 million. That adds a separate layer for those considering longer residency through property investment.
Al Seef Village Mall is a complete shopping mall near Al Qurm Gardens. It consists of a Carrefour Market for grocery items, a few cafes, some local eateries, and multiple retail outlets. Al Seef Village Mall also has an outdoor area called The Market, located behind the mall, featuring an art gallery and a handful of salons, cafes, and restaurants.
Residents can also go to supermarkets near Al Qurm Compound, including Swiss Mart Supermarket, ZOOM, Safa Express Supermarket, F Mart Swift Supermarket, and Metro Mart, all accessible within a 5-minute drive. For larger retail, Mushrif Mall Abu Dhabi is a three-level complex spread over 56,000 square meters with more than 200 retail outlets, a LuLu Hypermarket, prayer halls, entertainment areas, and parking facilities. That is roughly a 10-minute drive away.
Euphoria Medical Center, British Neurology Psychiatry Center, and Beautiful Mind Medical Centre are located only 7 minutes away. Dental options near Al Qurm Gardens include master's Dental and Aesthetic Center and Al Cady Dental and Aesthetic Centre. Al Ain Pharmacy is located in Al Seef Village Mall.
Younger children can study at Little Rose Nursery, MindChamps Nursery, and Loving Nursery, all within 10 minutes. Some international schools near Al Qurm include Brighton College, which offers the British curriculum, and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Bangladesh Islamia Private School. Other schools include Emirates Private School, American International School in Abu Dhabi, and Lycée Louis Massignon, a French school.
Mosques near Al Qurm Compound, including Al Seef Mall Mosque, Ali Salem Al Kaabi Mosque, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Mosque, and others, are located within a 3 to 6 minute drive.
The lack of churches in Al Qurm itself can be made up for by those in the Al Mushrif community, 15 minutes away. A few options include St. George Orthodox Cathedral, St. Joseph Cathedral, and St. Andrew Church. Hindu residents will need to travel to Dubai to visit temples. Sikh worshippers can find the New Gurudwara Abu Dhabi in Mussafah, roughly 17 minutes away.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an important landmark, and it is located only 9 minutes away from Al Qurm. Around 40,000 people gather in the largest mosque of the UAE every year to offer Eid prayers. Zayed Sports City is also a major highlight of the area, offering ice skating, basketball, football, paintball, golf, rugby, and more.
Other famous landmarks that are close include Miraj Abu Dhabi Art Gallery in Al Rawdah, the Zayed Sports City Ice Rink, and Wahat Al Karama, comprising 31 aluminum tablets symbolizing solidarity and unity among UAE leaders and armed service members.
The Mangrove National Park is an 11-minute drive away, covering more than 19 sq. km of forests, to give a respite from daily life. Khalifa Park, featuring a cultural library, maritime museum, and Murjan Splash Park, is just a 6-minute walk. And for beaches, Al Bateen Beach is a 16-minute drive via Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street. The Al Qurm Beach Abu Dhabi, overlooks Hudairiyat Island and has won the prestigious Blue Flag award.
There is merely one bus station in Al Qurm Gardens, while other bus stops are located in Al Dhabi Tower and Al Maqtaa Village. The best option for residents and visitors is to use private vehicles or taxis. Bus routes 56 (Khalifa Park to New Mina Souq) and 26 also serve the area, with the nearest stop being Al Qurm Gardens at a 6-minute walk. The Central Bus Station is 16 minutes away.
Compare this with Al Mushrif, for instance, which is served by several bus routes with frequent services to key locations such as Khalidiyah, Zayed Sports City, and Al Qurm, and where the Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station is roughly a 14-minute drive away. Public transport coverage of Al Mushrif is noticeably more comprehensive than that of Al Qurm.
For drivers, the connectivity is strong. The Abu Dhabi to Al Shahama Road highway and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street stretch along the northern border, connecting residents to other areas of Abu Dhabi, and Al Bateen Executive Airport is 4.8 km away at a 10-minute drive.
Al Qurm is a friendly community for a family with a lot of nearby amenities and facilities. From supermarkets and restaurants to schools, religious sites, and beaches, the community has everything available for its residents.
It also provides a safe environment and a convenient lifestyle to make it suitable for both locals and expats. Professionals working near the Ministries Complex, twofour54, or Al Bateen Executive Airport are particularly well-placed. Al Qurm is adjacent to twofour54, the media and creative zone of Abu Dhabi.
Its closeness to Al Bateen Executive Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport can be troublesome for residents, as night flights may create noise that disturbs sleep. Authorities have been planning to increase the number of daytime flights for the sake of peace and tranquillity in the locality.
Al Qurm lacks large malls, and some areas lack modern infrastructure. The limited selection of large shopping malls is a noted drawback. Although there is a designated parking area for residents and professionals, a special parking facility for visitors is not available. Visitors may access paid parking or use free street parking outside the villas.
Can foreign nationals buy property in Al Qurm, Abu Dhabi?
Al Qurm Gardens carries freehold status open to all nationalities, making it one of the rare freehold villa opportunities on the central island of Abu Dhabi. Al Qurm Compound, however, is leasehold; property purchase there is restricted to UAE nationals, while expatriates hold rental tenancies.
Is Al Qurm a suitable community for families with school-age children?
Some international schools near Al Qurm include Brighton College, offering the British curriculum, and the American International School in Abu Dhabi. Nurseries such as Little Rose, Mind Champs, and Loving Nursery are all under 10 minutes away. Multiple curriculum options are in close vicinity.
What are the transportation limitations residents should know about?
There is merely one bus station in Al Qurm Gardens, while other bus stops are located in Al Dhabi Tower and Al Maqtaa Village. The best option for residents, professionals, and visitors is to use private vehicles or taxis. Car ownership is practically essential here.
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