Most master communities in the UAE are built around water, golf or a skyline. Sharjah’s Masaar took a different route — it was built around a forest. With more than 50,000 trees threaded through its clusters, this is a forest villa community in Sharjah where homes look out onto green walkways and shaded trails rather than rows of rooftops. For buyers who want nature on their doorstep without leaving the city behind, it has quickly become one of the emirate’s most sought-after addresses.
If you have been researching villas and townhouses in the Arada Masaar community, this guide walks through what makes it different, which clusters to consider and how the buying process works.
What “forest living” actually means here
The idea is simple but rare: put green space at the centre of the plan, not around the edges. A continuous linear forest runs through Masaar, connecting the clusters with cycling loops, jogging trails and pocket parks. Homes are positioned so that greenery — not the neighbour’s wall — fills the view from the upper floors. The result is a community that feels calmer and cooler, with wellness built into everyday life rather than added as an afterthought.
It is also a practical choice. Tree-lined streets shade the pavements, native landscaping needs less water, and the shared green spaces give families room to breathe. For long-term owners, a mature, well-landscaped community tends to hold its appeal — and its value — better than a bare development.
Choosing your cluster
Masaar is made up of several gated clusters, each with its own character and price point, so the right choice depends on the home size and budget you have in mind:
- Entry-level townhouses suit first-time buyers and investors who want the lowest starting price into the community.
- Family-focused clusters offer 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses with gated streets and larger corner plots.
- Villa clusters step up to 4 and 5 bedroom homes with private gardens and, in some cases, private pools.
One cluster worth a close look is Arada Masaar 3, the newest phase, which brings a fresh set of townhouses and villas with a low 5% booking amount and a flexible 35/65 payment plan. Between the phases and clusters there is genuine choice — from compact two-bedroom homes to spacious five-bedroom family villas — all within the same forest setting.
Prices and how to buy
Homes in the community start from around AED 1.97 million for a townhouse, with villas priced higher depending on size and plot. Most clusters follow the same buyer-friendly pattern: a small booking amount (5% to 10%), a construction-linked payment plan, and freehold ownership open to international buyers, with many homes qualifying for the UAE Golden Visa.
A sensible way to shop is to shortlist two or three clusters, compare the floor plans and payment plans side by side, and visit the model villa before deciding. Always confirm the current handover timeline and registered sale documents before you pay a booking amount.
Why the forest community keeps drawing buyers
Sharjah offers strong value next to Dubai, and Masaar adds a lifestyle that is hard to find elsewhere at this price. You get a genuine green community, family-friendly amenities and freehold ownership, minutes from Tilal City and around thirty minutes from Dubai. For end-users it is a calmer place to raise a family; for investors it is a differentiated asset in a growing market.
Ready to explore the clusters, floor plans and current pricing? Contact our team to arrange a viewing of the forest community and its model homes.