Al Mowaihat 1 is one of the three sub-communities that make up the wider Al Mowaihat area, situated in the southernmost part of Ajman. It's bordered by Al Rawda to the north, Al Tallah to the south, Al Mumtaz to the west, and Al Mowaihat 2 to the east, putting it right at the heart of one of Ajman's most established villa corridors.
As with the wider Al Mowaihat community, Al Mowaihat 1 is still an active construction zone in parts, with many newer developments featuring modern amenities. The area offers a genuine mix of villas and apartments for both rent and purchase, with commercial development also expected to grow over time.
Al Mowaihat 1 sits within Ajman's freehold framework, with properties available to eligible buyers, including non-UAE nationals, subject to standard registration with the Ajman Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation. Residents value the area for being genuinely free of urban noise while still having a good selection of local restaurants and cafés nearby.
Al Mowaihat 1 benefits from proximity to Emirates Road (E611) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), with Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Street serving as the area's internal main road. Public buses AJ2 and SHJ2 serve the community from the nearby industrial area, and taxis are widely available at rates generally lower than in other emirates.
Al Mowaihat 1 has a genuinely good spread of dining options for a residential suburb. The Wood Restaurant on Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Street has won multiple culinary awards and recognition from Time Out Magazine, and has branches in Oman. Sushi Bar, around a 3-minute drive away, serves Japanese cuisine, while Al Zad and Sadaf restaurants offer spicier Indian dishes for residents wanting more variety.
Al Mowaihat 1 residents have access to the wider Al Mowaihat area's strong school offering, including Ajman Academy, Al Ameer English School, Al Shola Private School, The International School of Choueifat, Oxford School, Delhi Private School, and Habitat School Al Tallah, most of which are within a short drive.
Saudi German Hospital in neighbouring Al Tallah is generally reachable within around 5 minutes, with Thumbay Hospital around 12 minutes away, giving residents solid access to established healthcare facilities.
Residents have access to local supermarkets, including Tallah Almadina Supermarket, Hasan Al Madina Supermarket, and Al Hooth Supermarket, along with the nearby City Life Al Tallah Mall for a complete shopping trip.
Parking is generally not an issue in Al Mowaihat 1; villas come with designated parking spots inside the property, while visitor parking is available outside.
Al Mowaihat 1 is a quiet residential community rather than an entertainment destination, and residents value it for its lack of urban noise. Evenings here typically centre around home life and the area's local restaurants, with residents heading to central Ajman, the Corniche, or Sharjah and Dubai for a livelier night out.
Al Mowaihat 1 has a peaceful, still-developing character, with a genuine mix of established homes and newer construction. Its position bordering Al Rawda, Al Tallah, and Al Mowaihat 2 gives residents easy access to a broader range of amenities than the immediate area alone offers.
Al Mowaihat 1 offers a mix of villas, apartments, and residential plots, with villas forming the heart of the area's identity.
Villas in Al Mowaihat 1 are typically 2- to 3-storey homes in 3- to 7-bedroom configurations, many offering views over Emirates Road (E611). Common features include two balconies, covered parking for two cars, a storeroom, a family room with a second prep kitchen, and a maid's room. Sizes vary by configuration; 5-bedroom villas, for example, typically range from around 3,200 to 5,000 sq ft.
Reported sale prices include 4-bedroom villas from around AED 1.1 million, 5-bedroom villas generally between AED 1.2 million and AED 2.4 million, and 6-bedroom villas between roughly AED 1.5 million and AED 2.4 million, though prices vary by exact size, condition, and finish. Rental rates for a 5-bedroom villa are generally reported from around AED 75k to AED 95k per year.
Apartments in Al Mowaihat 1 are generally available to rent, with studio units from around AED 14k per year and 1-bedroom units from as low as AED 18k per year, making the area a relatively affordable entry point compared to more central parts of Ajman.
Residential land is also available in Al Mowaihat 1 for buyers wanting to build a custom home, with plot sizes commonly around 5,000 sq ft. As with any plot purchase, confirm the exact permitted use, build regulations, and required permits with the relevant Ajman authority before purchasing.
