New Cairo, specifically the Fifth Settlement area, has been witnessing a remarkable development recently, which has led to an increase in the number of various residential, commercial and administrative projects in it, and the interest of real estate developers to invest in the region.
This is due to its excellent strategic location, advanced infrastructure designed according to the latest construction and quality standards, in addition to a network of modern roads and bridges that linked the various neighborhoods of New Cairo which facilitates the movement to and from the area.
The Most Famous Compounds in New Cairo
The Fifth Settlement includes many luxurious compounds that offer properties and villas for sale and rent which are all designed to cater to the clients’ daily needs and establish a modern, comfortable lifestyle. Some of these compounds include:
Katameya Heights
Katameya Heights Compound is one of the luxurious compounds in the Fifth Settlement, which is designed to suit high taste. Its total area is estimated to be 1.5 million square meters.
This compound is known for its plethora of golf and tennis courts, and it includes 280 villas designed with the latest high-end modern techniques and overlook the picturesque landscapes and artificial lakes.
The areas of villas in Katameya Heights Compound varies from 450 square meters to 1300 square meters. All of which enjoy the most luxurious designs and attractive facades. Each villa has a spacious private garden. The compound also offers many basic and recreational services including a clubhouse, a sports and health club, a spa and a jacuzzi, medical clinics, Gold’s Gym, and a nursery.
Villette Compound
It is located on a large area of 300 acres, and most of the land area has been allocated to green spaces, gardens and water bodies with the aim to provide a luxurious and tranquil atmosphere. The areas of its units start from 303 square meter depending on its type and location in the project.
In the Villette Compound, there is also a huge gym that extends over 30 acres, a large Olympic swimming pool, and many fields for various sports. It also includes four public parks, a social garden, private clinics, pharmacies and a huge shopping center.
Mivida Compound
Mivida Compound is a unique architectural experience provided by Emaar Urban Development Company. This project was designed in accordance with internationally approved sustainability policies, and covers an area of about 860 acres, with a large percentage dedicated to green spaces.
The Mivida Compound includes various residential units, independent villas, with areas ranging from 390 square meters up to 779 square meters, and there are also apartments of different areas which include studios, apartments with gardens, twin houses, and administrative offices.
It also features an abundance of green spaces, a clubhouse, a private area for lakes, an international commercial area, medical laboratories and pharmacies, garages, and a central garden on an area of 30 acres.
La Fontaine Compound
La Fontaine Compound is an integrated residential project that extends over 34 acres, with a total number of units of 565 residential units that vary in types and areas. This project is developed by Arco Real Estate Investment Company and the areas of its apartments start from 133 square meters while the areas of townhouses reach 267 square meters.
La Fontaine offers its clients many advantages and services as most of its area is green areas, and it includes various swimming pools, tracks for running, horse riding and bicycles, a commercial area of international restaurants and cafes, a well-equipped sports club, garages, and a shopping mall.
Lakeview Residence Compound
Lakeview Residence is a relatively newly established compound, and it is an integrated residential project that offers integrated services to its residents. This project is at a 5-star level, and it extends over an area of 77 acres. The buildings’ area only constitutes 22% of the project’s total area while the rest is distributed among public services, green spaces, artificial lakes, and swimming pools.
The compound was designed from 118 residential buildings, each building contains a ground floor and 3 repeated floors. The areas of residential units in Lakeview Compound range from 142 square meters to 272 square meters, and it includes a sports club, a shopping mall, swimming pools, and the highest level of security.
Mountain View iCity Compound
Mountain View iCity Compound in the Fifth Settlement is established on an area of 500 acres and includes a group of villas whose areas range from 220 square meters to 565 square meters.
This compound is known for offering large green spaces, many swimming pools, 24-hour security and guarding, garages, restaurants and cafes, a shopping mall, a sports club, a gym, a spa, a barbecue area, two medical centers and integrated pharmacies.
Available Services in the Fifth Settlement
If you are looking for properties for sale in the Fifth Settlement, you must also focus on its features and services to choose the most appropriate residential project that caters to your needs. In the Fifth Settlement, you will find an abundance of services that differ in their nature whether it is basic, commercial, medical, educational, or medical.
The Most Important Schools in the Fifth Settlement
The Fifth Settlement area includes many international and private schools for different educational stages, such as; American International School, German Private School in Cairo, British International School in New Cairo, Canadian International School (CISE).
In addition to major universities such as: the American University in Cairo (AUC), the German University in Cairo (GUC), and the Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology.
The Most Important Hospitals in the Fifth Settlement
The Fifth Settlement area contains many famous hospitals such as: the Air Specialized Hospital in the northern 90th Street, the Fifth Settlement General Hospital in the southern 90th Street, and the Karma Hospital in the Narjis neighborhood.
The Most Important Malls in the Fifth Settlement
The Fifth Settlement offers its residents a wide array of international malls in the area which include:
- Downtown Katameya Mall: It is considered an integrated commercial complex that provides all the necessary needs of the residents, in addition to restaurants and cafes
- Cairo Festival City Mall: It is considered one of the most famous malls in Egypt as it includes numerous international and local shopping brands, a dancing fountain, and notable furniture exhibitors such as IKEA
- Point 90 Mall: It is one of the most vital commercial malls in the Fifth Settlement and it is specifically located on the southern 90th Street
The Most Important Hypermarkets in the Fifth Settlement
The Fifth Settlement includes many hypermarkets that provide all the requirements and needs of the residents, such as Fathallah, Seoudi, Ragab Sons, Panda Market, and Husseini Markets.
The Most Important Sports Clubs in the Fifth Settlement
There are many famous sports clubs that serve the entire population of the area, such as: Petrosport Sports Club, Wadi Degla Club, Platinum Club, and Al-Zohour Club, offering various types of sports, social and recreational activities.
Nearby Vital Areas Close to the Fifth Settlement
The Fifth Settlement is close to many main roads and axes, which makes it even more strategic. Some of these areas include Nasr City, Heliopolis, Maadi, Al Rehab, Madinaty and Obour as well.
The Main Roads and Bridges that Link Nasr City to the Fifth Settlement
- The Olympic Champion, Feryal AbdelAziz bridge, which links New Cairo to the eastern side of Nasr City that include El-Wafaa W Al-Amal and the Tenth District
- Omar Solaiman Bridge that links Gamal Abdelnasser Axis with the road leading to New Cairo from the upper part of the Ring Road and East Nasr City
- Samir Ghanem bridge that is located along the Mohamed Naguib axis in the East Cairo intersection on the Ring Road, and helps transfer traffic easily from New Cairo to Suez Road in the direction of Cairo.