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West Cairo has no shortage of gated communities, but The Hillage Sheikh Zayed manages to stand apart, developed by Madar Real Estate Development, Hillage Zayed occupies the last available plot in the heart of old Sheikh Zayed city, sitting directly on the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road.
That address alone tells you a lot about why the development has attracted serious attention from buyers and investors alike.
Overview of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
The Hillage Sheikh Zayed covers 100 acres, yet only 11% of that land is dedicated to residential units, the rest is open space: artificial waterfalls, crystal lakes, wide green corridors, and a 12-acre commercial zone woven through the landscape.
Units range from one-bedroom apartments starting at 85 sqm all the way up to standalone villas at 248 sqm, and every single one is delivered fully finished, payment can stretch across 10 years with as little as 5% down.
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Location of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
The Hillage Sheikh Zayed sits at what the developer calls the last prime piece of land in old Sheikh Zayed.
The Hillage Zayed fronts the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road directly, which gives residents fast, unobstructed access heading west toward Alexandria or east into central Cairo.
Proximity to the Regional Ring Road adds another layer of connectivity, linking The Hillage Sheikh Zayed to Greater Cairo without needing to cut through congested city streets where ,6th of October City is just a few minutes away by car, and major commercial destinations like Mall of Arabia are similarly close.
Neighbors in the immediate residential fabric include established gated communities such as Compound Carmel Sodic.
For families thinking about schools and healthcare, the location covers both the compound falls within easy reach of some of the largest international schools in the Sheikh Zayed and 6th of October area, and the American University in Cairo campus is nearby.
Nearby Landmarks to The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
When considering the location of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed, its surroundings highlight how well it is connected to key roads, major destinations, and essential services in West Cairo, making daily life and commuting highly convenient for residents.
The area combines residential comfort with quick access to commercial, educational, and healthcare hubs.
- Directly located on the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road, with easy access to the Regional Ring Road.
- Compound Livity Villas New Zayed one of the closest modern gated communities in the New Zayed extension, about 10–15 minutes away.
- Only minutes away from 6th of October City.
- Close to Mall of Arabia, one of the largest shopping and entertainment destinations in West Cairo.
- Close to major international schools serving the Sheikh Zayed and 6th of October areas.
- Close to Egypt Air Hospital, offering 24-hour healthcare services nearby.
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Design of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
The architectural language at The Hillage draws from French-influenced design, which in this context means wide glass facades, clean proportions, and a general preference for light and openness over enclosure.
Natural light was clearly a design priority: the extensive glazing on residential units is not decorative but functional, pulling daylight deep into interiors and making smaller apartments feel bigger than their footprint suggests.
What the design does particularly well is work with the land’s natural grade. Rather than flattening the terrain to drop uniform blocks onto it, the project steps buildings down across the site, creating visual depth and preventing the uniformity that makes many gated communities feel monotonous.
Artificial waterfalls cascade between these levels and flow into crystalline lakes that separate residential clusters from each other, providing both privacy and an uncommon kind of acoustic softness in an urban compound.
Green space is not tucked around the edges here it runs through The Hillage Sheikh Zayed in wide corridors, connecting open areas and giving the layout a park-like quality.
The commercial zone, spanning 12 acres, is integrated rather than isolated at the entrance, which means residents can walk through landscape rather than parking lots to reach shops and services.
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Area of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
The total project area is 100 acres (feddan). Madar allocated only 11% of that area to built residential structures, leaving the rest for greenery, water features, landscape, and the integrated commercial zone.
The result is a density level that is unusually low by Egyptian compound standards, which is a deliberate choice by the developer and one of the more tangible differentiators of the project.
Within that 11%, Madar has managed to accommodate a fairly broad range of unit types: apartments, twin houses, town houses, and standalone villas.
The commercial zone covers 12 acres and is positioned within the compound in a way that keeps retail and daily conveniences accessible on foot.
Unit Types at The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
At The Hillage Sheikh Zayed, the project offers a diverse range of residential layouts designed to suit different lifestyle needs, from compact apartments to spacious villas, all thoughtfully planned with modern finishes and functional space distribution.
- Studio/1-bedroom apartment: from 85 sqm.
- 2-bedroom apartment: from 110 sqm.
- 3-bedroom apartment: from 140 sqm.
- Twin house (4 master bedrooms + driver’s room + housekeeper’s room): from 226 sqm.
- Twin house (3 bedrooms): from 190 sqm.
- Town house corner: from 205 sqm.
- Town house middle: from 180 sqm.
- Standalone villa: from 248 sqm.
- Stand-alone villa (alternative configuration): from 210 sqm.
All units are delivered with full finishing.
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Facilities of The Hillage Zayed
The Hillage Sheikh Zayed has been designed as more than just a residential compound. Developed by Madar Developments, the project follows the concept of a fully integrated community where residents can access daily essentials, recreational activities, and lifestyle services without needing to leave the compound.
A large portion of the development is dedicated to greenery, open landscapes, water features, and pedestrian-friendly spaces, creating an atmosphere that feels calm, private, and noticeably less crowded than many urban communities in West Cairo,the layout focuses on balancing modern living with outdoor comfort, allowing residents to move through the compound in a more relaxed and practical environment.
The Hillage Sheikh Zayed also places strong emphasis on convenience and long-term livability through organized infrastructure, smart security systems, commercial services, wellness facilities, and professional property management, rather than relying only on visual appeal, The Hillage aims to deliver a day-to-day living experience where functionality and comfort work together naturally.
- Security runs on a layered system: technology-assisted entry and exit points, trained guards, and CCTV covering the full compound perimeter.
- Day-to-day compound management and maintenance: has been handed to an international facility management company.
- The integrated commercial zone: across 12 acres brings both international and local retail brands into the compound, covering everything from boutique shopping to everyday household needs.
- Medical and educational services: are available within the community as well, alongside places of worship.
- Recreational infrastructure: includes dedicated cycling and jogging tracks that run entirely separate from vehicle roads, a children’s play area, a fully equipped gym, and a wellness zone, all with open views over the landscape.
- The waterfalls and lakes: are not just decorative: they define how the compound sounds and feels, adding a kind of ambient calm that is noticeable.
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Prices of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
The pricing structure at The Hillage Sheikh Zayed reflects the project’s upscale identity and strategic location in the heart of New Zayed developed by Madar Developments, the compound offers a wide range of residential units designed to suit different lifestyles, whether for individuals looking for modern apartments, families seeking larger townhouses, or buyers interested in luxury standalone villas with enhanced privacy.
Despite its luxury positioning, the compound provides several unit categories that allow buyers to enter the market at different price points, from compact apartments to high-end independent villas.
Prices generally vary according to unit size, location inside the compound, views, and the level of privacy offered.
- 1-bedroom apartment: starting from EGP 7,700,000.
- 2-bedroom apartment: starting from EGP 10,200,000.
- 3-bedroom apartment: starting from EGP 12,200,000.
- Twin house: starting from EGP 22,500,000.
- Town house: starting from EGP 19,500,000.
- Standalone villa: starting from EGP 30,500,000.
Payment Plan of The Hillage Sheikh Zayed
The payment structure also aligns with the project’s delivery schedule, allowing buyers to spread costs gradually throughout the construction period until handover. In addition, all residential units are planned to be delivered fully finished, helping residents move in without the additional expenses and time associated with extensive finishing works.
- Down payment: 5% of unit price.
- Remaining balance: paid over up to 10 years.
- Reservation deposit: EGP 100,000.
- Delivery timeline: 4 years from contract date.
- All units delivered fully finished.
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Investment Opportunity at The Hillage Zayed
- location is the first pillar: being on the last significant land parcel in old Sheikh Zayed, with direct road access and proximity to major city arteries, puts a natural floor under resale values. That kind of address does not replicate itself.
- The second pillar: is rental yield The Hillage Sheikh Zayed at this level of specification, in this location, with a full service offering and international management, commands strong monthly rents in both EGP and USD terms.
- Investors: looking for a long-term income asset rather than a speculative flip will find the numbers reasonably compelling.
- The third factor: is the developer’s track record Madar has delivered completed projects in the Sheikh Zayed and North Coast markets, which reduces execution risk.
The 10-year installment plan means the entry cost is spread out in a way that leaves room for capital to work elsewhere during the construction period.
About Madar Real Estate Developments
Madar Real Estate Development was founded in 2015 and emerged from the Sunrise Group, a hospitality and hotel operator with an established presence in Egypt.
The hospitality background is not incidental: Madar applies hotel-grade thinking to how its compounds are managed, from maintenance schedules to concierge-style facility management.
That approach is one of the reasons the company has been able to attract an international management firm to run The Hillage.
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Previous Projects by Madar Developments
Madar Developments has built a strong reputation in the Egyptian real estate market through a portfolio of well-planned residential and coastal projects that reflect its commitment to quality, modern living, and strategic locations.
- Azha West Zayed compound, New Zayed.
- Kenz compound Sheikh Zayed.
- Azha North Coast village.
