Masaar 2 Narenj

Masaar 2 Narenj is a low-rise villa community developed by Arada in Al Rowdat, a suburban district on the eastern edge of Sharjah. Currently under construction and scheduled for completion in December 2027, the project comprises four- and five-bedroom villas across two buildings, priced from AED 4.23 million.

# The community and its position in Al Rowdat

Al Rowdat sits at a remove from Sharjah's coastal density, occupying quieter suburban land further inland. The Masaar 2 Narenj parcel is designed around a forested spine, with greenery as the primary organising principle rather than roads or retail frontage. That orientation gives the community a distinct character compared to the more conventional villa compounds closer to Dubai's border.

Arada has developed a reputation in Sharjah for large-scale masterplanned projects, and the Masaar series follows that pattern: a contained neighbourhood with its own amenity infrastructure rather than a cluster of houses relying on surrounding services.

# Residences, layouts and specification

The four-bedroom villas cover 3,205 sq ft and are priced between AED 4.23 million and AED 4.45 million. The five-bedroom option is larger at 5,878 sq ft and is listed at AED 7.105 million. Both configurations are positioned as family homes rather than investment-led pied-à-terres.

Kitchens are fitted. Beyond that, residences are delivered unfurnished, leaving buyers to specify interiors to their own standard. The service charge is set at AED 3 per sq ft annually, which is a reasonable figure for a low-density villa community with shared amenity infrastructure.

At this scale, floor-to-ceiling heights, terrace dimensions and landscaping treatments matter as much as built area. Buyers should request detailed layout drawings and specification sheets before committing.

# Amenities oriented around outdoor use

The centrepiece is a swimmable forest lagoon with a waterfall, which sets a different tone from the lap pools typical of mid-range Dubai villa communities. Alongside it, a woodland jogging track, basketball and padel courts, and mini football and cricket pitches cater to an active household without requiring residents to travel beyond the gate.

# Quieter amenities on the same site

A wellness area, café and outdoor cinema round out the social infrastructure. A mosque is also included within the community. The overall mix skews towards families with children and residents who intend to spend meaningful time at home rather than those whose lifestyle centres on city dining and nightlife.

# Connections and nearby infrastructure

Sharjah Desert Park lies 7.1 km away, making it a practical weekend destination rather than an occasional excursion. Al Sajaa Shopping Centre and Lucton School Sharjah are both within 12 km. Sharjah International Airport is approximately 20.8 km from the site, a useful consideration for households with frequent travellers.

The distance to Sharjah Public Beach, at 34.7 km, is the one figure that gives pause. Buyers who prioritise beach access would need to factor in that drive as a routine commitment.

# Who this community suits, and where it sits in the market

At AED 4.23 million for a 3,205 sq ft four-bedroom villa, Masaar 2 Narenj offers a competitive per-square-foot rate against comparable new build villa communities in Dubai's outer districts. The trade-off is location: Al Rowdat is a genuinely suburban address, and the Sharjah setting means different regulatory and lifestyle norms than a Dubai freehold community.

The profile that fits is a family, likely GCC-based or relocating from South Asia, that values space, greenery and lower density over proximity to Dubai's financial and hospitality core. For buyers working or based in Sharjah itself, the positioning is straightforward. For those commuting to Dubai regularly, the calculus depends on acceptable travel time and the premium placed on having significantly more house for the money.