Sharjah Waterfront City Property Guide: What to Check

The short answer

Sharjah Waterfront City, branded Ajmal Makan City – Sharjah Waterfront, is a large island and beachfront development in Al Hamriyah, Sharjah, by Ajmal Makan Real Estate Development. The developer describes it as a Dh25 billion project of more than 60 million square feet. Two parts, Sun Island and Blue Bay Walk, have been delivered or are being handed over, while Al Thuraya Island, The View Island and Blue Beach Residence are newer launches. The marina, mall and water park are still plans. Buy on the basis of what exists, not the masterplan.

For the general rules on buying in the emirate, see our guide to buying property in Sharjah.

Where it is and how you get there

Ajmal Makan places the development on the Arabian Gulf coast in Al Hamriyah, with road access through Al Ittihad Road, Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and the Emirates Road bypass. The developer also describes a water taxi to Dubai; we did not find an operator timetable for it, so do not plan a daily commute around it.

Al Hamriyah is in the north of Sharjah, so drive your real route to work and school at peak time before you commit.

The projects

Delivered or being handed over:

Sun Island: beachfront villas. The developer reports phases 1 and 2 delivered.
Blue Bay Walk: apartment towers. The developer reports phase 1 delivered and phases 2 and 3 completed ahead of schedule and being handed over.

Newer launches:

Al Thuraya Island: large villas and mansions, from 5-bedroom Seabreeze Villas to 8-bedroom Grandeur Villas and Majestic Mansions.
The View Island: 5-bedroom Aryam Villas and 4-bedroom Perla and Alba Townhouses, launched in early 2025 as beach villas and apartments on a private island.
Blue Beach Residence: low-rise beachfront apartment buildings, launched at the same time.

We did not find official completion dates for the newer launches on the developer's project pages. Get the completion date and late-delivery terms in your contract.

The masterplan: plans, not facilities

The developer's plans include a marina with berths for 800 boats, the Crystal Gulf water park with more than 35 rides, and a 1.33 million square foot mall. These are not operating facilities on the evidence we found. Do not pay a premium for a home because of a facility that has not been built.

Can foreigners buy here?

On 1 November 2022, Sharjah's Executive Council allowed people of all nationalities to own real estate of all kinds without a time limit, but only within real estate development areas and projects. The developer describes Sharjah Waterfront City as freehold.

Before you pay, confirm with Sharjah's real estate registration department that the exact unit can be registered in your name as ownership, not a usufruct or lease. Older units bought under earlier rules may carry a different right, so check the title of any resale.

Service charges

We did not find a published service charge for Sun Island, Blue Bay Walk or the newer projects. Ask the seller or developer for the current approved annual charge, the area it is calculated on, and a statement showing no arrears. Do not calculate a rental return until you have that figure.

Registration fees

Sharjah has its own registration fees, different from Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We could not load the official fee schedule, so ask the registration department for a written assessment for your nationality and transaction before signing.

Schools, healthcare and shopping

We did not find an official source confirming a school, clinic or supermarket operating inside the development. Plan on schools, hospitals and daily shopping elsewhere in Sharjah or Ajman, and check the drive from the exact building or villa.

Six checks before you sign

1. Which project, and is it handed over?

Sun Island and Blue Bay Walk are delivered or being handed over; the island launches are newer. Ask for the handover certificate for a ready unit and the completion date for an off-plan one.

2. The registered right

Confirm the unit can be registered to you as ownership under the 2022 decision. For a resale, check the existing title.

3. Seafront exposure

Homes by the sea take more strain from salt and humidity. Have an inspector check air-conditioning, waterproofing, window seals and external metalwork.

4. Service charges and arrears

Get the current charge, the chargeable area and a no-arrears statement for the exact unit.

5. Off-plan terms

For Al Thuraya Island, The View Island or Blue Beach Residence, check the payment plan, escrow arrangement, completion date and what happens if it moves.

6. Daily life and commute

Test the drive to work and school, and find your nearest hospital and supermarket before you commit.

Who it suits

Buyers who want a beachfront villa or apartment in Sharjah and are willing to drive.
Investors comfortable with a long-term master development.
Foreign buyers who want ownership in an approved Sharjah development project.

It suits less well anyone who needs schools, shops and public transport close by today.

Other Sharjah options

Compare it with Tilal City for plots, and Sharjah Sustainable City for an established villa community. For a Dubai waterfront comparison, see our guides to Dubai Islands and Dubai Maritime City.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the developer of Sharjah Waterfront City?

Ajmal Makan Real Estate Development, which brands it Ajmal Makan City – Sharjah Waterfront.

Where is Sharjah Waterfront City?

On the Arabian Gulf coast in Al Hamriyah, Sharjah, reached via Al Ittihad Road, Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road.

Can foreigners buy at Sharjah Waterfront City?

Sharjah allowed all nationalities to own property without a time limit in development areas and projects in November 2022, and the developer describes the project as freehold. Confirm registration for the exact unit.

Which parts are ready?

The developer reports Sun Island phases 1 and 2 delivered, and Blue Bay Walk phase 1 delivered with phases 2 and 3 being handed over.

Is the mall or water park open?

They are part of the developer's plans; we did not find evidence that they are operating.

What homes are on Al Thuraya Island?

Villas and mansions from 5 to 8 bedrooms, including Seabreeze, Azura, Serene and Grandeur Villas and Majestic Mansions.

Talk to Laguna Life

Comparing villas or apartments at Sharjah Waterfront City? Tell us the island, your budget and whether you want ready or off-plan, and we will tell you what to check before you pay. Call or WhatsApp Laguna Life on +971 56 100 0928.

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Last reviewed: 7 November 2026. This guide is general information, not legal advice.