In the year 2000, the government decided to build a new city with advanced infrastructure and services to reduce congestion and population density in Greater Cairo. This is how “New Cairo” was born, one of the most important and beautiful cities in Egypt.

1- (The location).

Its location is one of its biggest advantages, as it is situated in eastern Cairo and connected to all Egyptian cities by main roads and highways. To the north is the Cairo-Suez desert road, to the south is the Ain Sokhna road, to the east is the Middle Ring Road, and to the west is the Ring Road and the Tantawi Axis. All of this has made it easy to travel to and from the city, as well as led to a continuous and increasing movement in the real estate market.

New Cairo is also close to Cairo International Airport, making it a suitable location for both local and international investors. The city is located 350 meters above sea level, resulting in a mild and pleasant climate throughout the year compared to Greater Cairo.

2- (The Area).

The New Cairo area enjoys calmness and spacious neighborhoods, as its area exceeds 85,000 acres. Additionally, these neighborhoods are connected to each other through more than one main road and axis, including the Northern and Southern 90 roads, as well as the Mohamed Naguib, Talat Harb, and Gamal Abdel Nasser axes.

3- (The most important areas and residential clusters) (we will talk about each area in detail in upcoming articles).

New Cairo is divided into several neighborhoods, each with its unique characteristics, such as:

– Lotus: the heart of New Cairo, located north of the Northern 90 Road and south of the Southern 90 Road. The area is characterized by a large residential, commercial, entertainment, and service base, which makes its return on investment high.

– Andalus: located directly on the Southern 90 Road and near the American University, the Clubs area, the New Administrative Capital, the Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis, and the Middle Ring Road. It is a luxurious residential neighborhood with low population density and integrated infrastructure.

– Beit Al Watan: located between Al Rehab and Madinaty, and close to the New Administrative Capital, the Middle Ring Road, the Suez Road, the Northern 90 Road, and the Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis, making it one of the best areas for investment.

– The First Settlement: the first area established in New Cairo, which includes various residential clusters – medium, luxurious, and villas – and features distinctive neighborhoods such as Al Banafseg, Al Yasmin, Al Qarnfoul, and the Northern Investors and its extension.

– The Third Settlement: located in the south of the German University and next to the Katameya area, it features a large group of entertainment services. It is close to the Fifth Settlement.

–  Fifth Settlement: One of the most popular areas in New Cairo due to its central location, and commercial, recreational, and educational services. It is located between Maadi and Heliopolis, about 20 minutes away from Downtown Cairo, and is also close to many important roads such as the Tahrir-Mohandessin axis, the Suez road, Ain Sokhna road, Marsa Matrouh road, and the Ring Road.

– Al-Narges (and its southern extension): Located next to the Fifth Settlement and thus benefit from its same advantages. It overlooks the Talaat Harb, Gamal Abdel Nasser, and Mohamed Naguib axes.

– East of the Academy: Located between the El Yasmeen neighborhood and the Police Academy, it has a variety of residential buildings ranging from medium to luxury.

 – South of the Academy: Has a great geographical location as it is located next to Cairo Festival City and is surrounded by the El Yasmeen neighborhood to the east, the Police Academy to the north, and the northern 90th street to the south.

 – Tamr Henna: Located near Al Rehab City, the club area, and northern 90th street.

4- (The Services).

The city boasts a wide and diverse range of services, and according to the “New Urban Communities Authority,” New Cairo has over 6,400 service areas, including:

– Educational: More than 34 educational buildings (Egyptian and international schools and universities such as Al-Yasser Private Language School, Akhnaton Language School, Egyptian Language School, European School, French International School, American University, German University, Canadian University, Future University, and Police Academy).

– Health: More than 12 hospitals, health units, and pharmacies such as (Air Force Specialized Hospital, Tabarak Hospital, Al-Banafsaj Center, Al-Tabib Center, Al-Manar Medical Center, Medical Park Clinics, Elite Clinics, Saif Pharmacies, Al-Ezbey Pharmacies).

– Sports: The club area includes a large number of famous Egyptian clubs such as (Al-Ahly Club, Wadi Degla Club, Al-Zohour Club, and Royal Sporting Club), in addition to youth centers and five-a-side and three-a-side courts.

– Entertainment and commercial: More than 12 entertainment and commercial buildings are represented in the malls spread throughout the city, such as (Cairo Festival City Mall, Point 90, Downtown Katameya, Americana Plaza, and Concord Plaza).

– Religious: More than 20 mosques such as (Police Mosque, Hassan Al-Sharbatly Mosque, and Quba Mosque).

5- (The Facilities).

The facilities are available in high quality and throughout the city to serve all its areas in terms of:

– Water: The network’s length exceeds 2,000,000 kilometers (ensuring a clean and continuous water supply).

– Sewage: The network’s length is over 1,000,000 kilometers.

– Electricity: The network’s length exceeds 9,000,000 kilometers.

– Transportation: Road networks exceed 5000 kilometers (providing ease of movement and transportation).

– Agriculture: The area of green spaces is more than 1000 acres (ensuring clean air in the city).

– Industry: The total area of industrial land is more than 1000 acres.

6- (cons of living in New Cairo).

– Property prices are continuously increasing, whether you are buying or renting. (However, this is a good indication that the return on investment is always high).

– If you do not have a car, there will be a high cost for daily transportation.

– In some places, the cost of services and goods is high because the rent for shops is also high. This increases the price of services and goods to cover the cost of commercial activity. (But on the investment level, you can take advantage of this and invest in a commercial unit, which ensures a high return in the short and long term).

– As we mentioned, New Cairo is 350m above sea level, which makes it one of the coldest cities in Egypt during the winter.

7- (pros of living in New Cairo).

– The diversity of services in the area makes life easier and better for you and your family. You can choose from a variety of schools and universities, as well as high-quality healthcare services, numerous clubs and entertainment venues, and various shopping options spread throughout the city.

– The demand for housing in New Cairo is constantly increasing, which makes the return on your investment here high.

– The unique planning and design of the city provide peace, wide spaces, and low population density.

– The city is safe with very low crime rates.

– It is close to Cairo International Airport, which is a good point for frequent travelers.

– The modern infrastructure includes sewage systems, well-maintained roads, and constant electricity and water supplies, which means you can enjoy a high standard of living with minimal disruptions.

– The fresh air is a result of the gardens and green spaces.

– The residential buildings are diverse in terms of quality, ranging from average to luxury.

In conclusion, New Cairo is a city with its own advantages and disadvantages like any other city in the world. However, it remains a distinctive destination for housing and a point of attraction for many investors and developers, thanks to its strategic location, wide area, diverse services, unique neighborhoods, and high-quality facilities. In general, the city offers many excellent opportunities, whether now or in the future, making it worth considering if you are looking for the best residential area or a smart investment opportunity with high returns.