The Gate Towers on Al Reem Island is an award-winning complex in the heart of Shams, Abu Dhabi. Owned by Aldar Properties and developed by Sorouh Real Estate, the complex features three mixed-use buildings and The Arc.
The community surrounding Gate Towers (The Gate Shams Abu Dhabi or The Gate District Towers) has rapidly evolved over a few years. As per PropertyDigger's year-end market report for 2019, Shams Abu Dhabi is one of the best areas to buy or rent properties on Al Reem Island. The Gate Towers were proposed in 2007, the construction started a year later and was completed in 2013. All three towers share a unique Penthouses Bridge ' the highest in the world for a residential complex.
The Gate Residential Tower 1 is all-residential building with a few retail options at the podium level. It offers a mix of 1-4 bedroom apartments, studios, penthouses and duplex units. Standing 781 ft. tall, Gate Tower 1 is the 12th tallest building in Abu Dhabi with 3 floors below and 66 floors above ground.
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Residents will get dedicated spaces for parking in Gate Tower 1, Reem Island. There are 4,713 spaces in the secured parking area where residents and visitors can park a vehicle or two. But visitors might not find a spot for long hours when the entire complex is occupied.
There are 6 high-speed lifts in the Gate Tower 1, Reem Island and the top elevator speed recorded is 7 m/s.
The building is cleaned by dedicated staff and waste is disposed of every day. Also, security within the complex is backed by CCTV surveillance.
Residents get access to wellness facilities including services of a professional trainer in the gym in Gate Tower 1, Reem Island.
The podium has two pools, a separate swimming pool for children, sauna room, Jacuzzi and a lazy river. One can just wander around or sit back and relax on the side of the river.
Since it is a new project, The Gate Tower 1, Abu Dhabi offers modern living facilities. Apart from the retail centre at the lower level of the complex, it offers a wide range of family recreation and wellness facilities.
The Gate Residential Tower 1, Abu Dhabi has a shaded play area, multi-purpose sports courts where residents can play tennis or squash. There are running tracks and gardens around the lounge area.
Residents can avail round-the-clock maintenance and concierge services. Visitors can wait in the well-maintained lobby that has a 24-hour help desk.
For more than 800 apartments in Gate Tower 1, Reem Island, there are various floor plans specially designed for maximum space utilisation. Here's an overview to give you a better idea.
If you are planning to move to one of these units or invest in a property, you can view The Gate Tower 1 floor plans in simple 2D and 3D formats on PropertyDigger.
There are 802 ready apartments in Gate Tower 1, Abu Dhabi. One can choose from 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom units, studio flats, penthouses and duplex units. Each unit features high-quality flooring and fittings and some apartments are fully furnished.
A studio flat in The Gate Residential Tower 1, Abu Dhabi typically covers around 550 sq. ft. to 580 sq. ft. of an area It consists of a large hall, an open-concept modern kitchen and a bathroom. Kitchens have ample storage space and built-in wooden cabinets.
The covered area of a 1-bed flat in The Gate Residential Tower 1 ranges from 850 sq. ft. to 950 sq. ft. It includes a spacious and ventilated bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Some may have an extra guest bathroom as well. Besides, one can find a lounge and an open kitchen equipped with appliances.
2-bedroom flats in The Gate Residential Tower 1 span over 1,134 sq. ft. to 1,445 sq. ft. featuring a lounge, kitchen, 3 well-fitted bathrooms and two master bedrooms. The installation of floor-to-ceiling windows in the living area and bedrooms allow ample natural light into the apartment along with offering views of the city.
3-bedroom flats are luxurious units spanning from 1,745 sq. ft. to 2,040 sq. ft. These apartments consist of a living room, a kitchen equipped with regular appliances and three spacious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Some units also have a separate powder room and a maid's room.
Penthouses are found on the bridge extending over the three towers. Each unit has 4 or 5 bedrooms offering panoramic views of the city. Moreover, for residents in penthouses in The Gate Residential Tower 1, there are reserved parking spaces, private leisure deck and pool.
Based on searches conducted by users on PropertyDigger.com over the past 6 months
1-bedroom apartments are the most popular apartment types in Gate Tower 1, Reem Island. 2-bedroom flats also closely follow at the second place while 3-bed flats and studios round up the list with the lowest share of views on the website.
Anyone searching for the best apartments for rent on Al Reem Island can consider properties in The Gate District. The rents for apartments in The Gate Tower 1 are higher than other properties in the area because construction is fairly new and Shams Abu Dhabi is a prestigious location in the city.
Likewise, getting a 2-bedroom apartment for rent would cost you around AED 85k to AED 105k. Flexible payment schedules are also possible if it is mentioned in the lease contract. If you're thinking of renting a 3-bedroom apartment in The Gate Tower 1, prepare to fork out around AED 140k per annum.
Just like rents, sales prices also lie on the higher end of the spectrum for apartments for sale in The Gate Tower 1. Interested investors can check out the trends below:
Those on a budget can check out studio flats in the building. To buy 3-bedroom apartments, you can expect to pay around AED 1.35M to AED 2.6M. For a better analysis of market trends, check out the prices of other apartments for sale on Al Reem Island.
Based on searches conducted by users on PropertyDigger.com over the past 6 months
Studio apartments top the list with a 7.6% return on investment. The percentage is quite high for such apartments indicating this might be the right property for those who seek. 1-bed and 2-bed apartments closely follow with 6.9% and 7% returns, respectively. The yield for 3-bedroom apartments in Gate Tower 1, Abu Dhabi is recorded at 5.8%.
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As for public transportation near Gate Tower 1, buses are the most popular mode.
Quite a few bus stations are present near Shams Abu Dhabi. You can reach the stops at St 36/ St 53 and St 21/ Safeer Mall within 10 minutes on foot while Sara Al Mazrooei Mosque bus station is at a mere 6-minute walking distance. Bus links that stop nearby include 101 and 102.
You can find fast-food chains and restaurants near Gate Tower 1. Popular options include:
Hanoi Café is a Vietnamese restaurant located 4 minutes away. Leopold's of London is in Boutik Mall, also at a mere 4-minute driving distance. Beachside Café at Mangrove Place Waterfront is 5 minutes away. There is quite a charm for beachside eateries that offer fine dining options with views of the sea. You may like to head to:
These are all accessible within a few minutes. International food chains like Subway and KFC are also nearby.
These are some supermarkets near The Gate Tower 1:
Al Maya Supermarket is just a block away. You can reach there in 2 minutes. It has all kinds of grocery and bakery items. Waitrose and Mangrove Mini Market are also located close-by. Both are good options for routine shopping.
Besides The Gate Tower 2 and The Gate Tower 3, there are some brand new projects in the vicinity. Sun Tower and Sky Tower are also two prominent apartment buildings a few blocks away from The Gate Tower. At a short drive of around 5 minutes, there's another apartment complex called Mangrove Place.
Located on the entrance of Shams District, The Gate Tower was intended to be a landmark visible from a distance. Also, this central location connects the buildings to Al Reem Island Investment Zone and Abu Dhabi's key commercial centres including CBD (Al Maryah Island), Mina and Saadiyat Cultural District. Its prime location along with evolving infrastructure and facilities is expected to make it a highly demanded residential property in Abu Dhabi. Popular areas that surround the complex are:
The Gate Tower 1 lies on the entrance of this district adding to the beauty and prominence of the area with its unique 'arc' and architecture. It is also accessible from Reem Central Park in 5 minutes.
Price trends in The Gate Tower 1 are slightly higher than other properties but the construction and units are all brand new. Considering the amenities and location, rents and sales prices are justified.
