Property Times - April 24, 2016

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VINTAGE CHARM AND A TRAFFIC-FREE REVERSE COMMUTE MAKE THIS ANCIENT AREA ONE SERIOUSLY GREAT PLACE TO LIVE. PAGE 6

Brand New Real Estate Listings Starting on Page 8

A TIMES OF OMAN SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT

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Qantab

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Sidab

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WADI KABIR

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CBD 6

MUTTRAH

MBD AL HAMRIYAH

DARSAIT RUWI PDO

WADI ADAI

Al Fahal Island

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To Quriyat

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MADINAT AL ILAM 9

MADINAT SULTAN QABOOS

SHATTI AL QURUM AL KHUWAIR

1 Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah

EMBASSIES

2 Al Bustan Palace

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MINISTRIES DISTRICT

3 Al Alam Palace 4 Muttrah Souq

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5 Sultan Qaboos Port NORTH GHUBRA

6 Sheraton Hotel 7 Qurum Park

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8 Qurum City Centre

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NORTH

9 Royal Opera House 10 Amerat Park

AZAIBAH

11 Said bin Taimoor Mosque

Ghala Inustrial Estate

12 Grand Mall 13 Sultan Qaboos Sport Complex

AL ANSAB

SULTAN QABOOS STREET

14 Sultan Qaboos grand Mosque 15 Muscat Hills

Al Hamaam

18th November Street

16 Muscat International Airport 17 The Wave 18 Markaz Al Bahja

Bousher Al Awabi

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19 Muscat City Centre 20 Al Sahwa Park 21 Mawala market 22 Sayyida Mazoon Bint Ahmed Mosque

Oman Cement Company

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23 Omantel Headquarters

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24 Sultan Qaboos University 25 Taimoor bin Faisal Mosque

MAWALAH NORTH 18

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Hayy As Sahwa

AL HAIL NORTH 21

AL HAIL SOUTH

Rusayl Industrial Estate

22 Hisn Seeb

Muscat Media Group AN ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFIED COMPANY Post Box: 770, Postal Code: 112, Ruwi, Sultanate of Oman

AL KHOUD

SEEB

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Rusayl

MAWALAH SOUTH Al Qasr roundabout 24

MUSCAT EXPRESS HIGHWAY

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Sur Al Haddad

MABELAH

25 Bait Al Baraka roundabout To Sohar

Fanja

To Nizwa

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Five Reasons To Love

STORY SALIM AL AFIFI AND ASMAA AL BALUSHI

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n the heart of the capital lies a beautiful, treasure — a place where shadowing mounts mingle with composed sea views, a place nestled between the Eastern Al Hajar mountains and the Sea of Oman. It is a touristic territory adorned with numerous museums and landmarks that echo the authentic history of Oman. It is the original city of Muscat, now known as Old Muscat.

An old city built 900 years ago, Old Muscat occupies a special place in the hearts of its residents, who enjoy waking up to the amazing sound of breaking waves, gazing at the ancient fortress of Al Mirani, which was built in 1588 by the Portuguese, and living amongst the best touristic attractions in Oman, including Al Alam

from other capital cities and the thoughtfully planned area, filled with beautiful villas with inspiring cultural exteriors, makes it a beautiful place to come home to.

“Muscat might be old, but it has a sense of modernity,” said the student, adding that its markets, numerous shops, widely-spaced roads with little traffic make it a practical place to live as well.

The nearby beaches are an especially nice amenity for an area where rental prices are affordable enough for families with modest incomes. She is passionate about her neighbourhood, so we asked her to give us her top five reasons she loves living in Old Muscat.

—lifestyle@timesofoman.com

Palace; Al Zubair cultural museum, which is a home for old Omani khanjars and weapons inherited by the Zubair family; and Bait Al Muzna, a gallery that exhibits fine art paintings of local and international artists that opened in 2000 under the supervision of Sayyida Susan Al Said.

While it boasts all of the historic charm one would expect, it is also blessed with beautiful greenery, clean public parks, a network of well-developed roads, and all the necessary modern facilities.

Property Times had a quick chat with Wisal Al Hamidi, a media student who resides in the community of Helat Sidab, a great residential area of Old Muscat.

For Wisal, the calm atmosphere sets Old Muscat apart

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A REVERSE COMMUTE

ANCIENT SITES, MODERN ROADS

CLEAN AND GREEN

SURROUNDED BY BEACHES

BEAUTIFUL VILLAS

For those working in the Central Business District or Wadi Kabir, the area is less than ten minutes away. And for those who drive north to Al Khuwair and beyond, there is no traffic, as most commute in the opposite direction.

It is one of the oldest places in Oman, filled with historic landmarks and museums, but it is amazingly modernised with wide, well-developed roads that provide a traffic-free setting, as well as proximity to hypermarkets and cafes.

The streets of Old Muscat are graced with beautiful old trees that refresh the air and add to the relaxed, natural environment of the neighbourhood.

Muscat City is directly on the coast and is minutes away from great swimming beaches in Sidab, and an easy drive to Qantab, Sifa, Al Khayran and Yiti.

The houses are beautifully designed with traditional elements and most houses are planned and designed in an almost-identical manner, giving the area a beautiful, uniformly old fashioned look.

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P R O P E R T Y OMR 450

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OMR 500 Al Khuwair

Near Al Mouj

Two bedroom apartment. Good quality fittings and finish.

Spacious living areas.

Property Ref No. AP5157 Call: 99107330/24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

Located in Al Mawaleh North next to Al Mouj. Semi furnished 2 bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchen.

Property Ref No. AP5141 Call: 98294202/24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

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Spacious living areas Fitted kitchen

OMR 525

Shaded car-park Well constructed properties with high finishing standards

OMR 700 Azaiba Mall

Bausher

Executive two bedroom apartment.

Access to communal facilities such as gym, swimming pool, basement parking and party hall.

Property Ref No. AP 4948 Call: 99107330/24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

Five bedroom twin villa in a good residential neighbourhood. Villa is on an elevated area of Bausher Heights offering a good view across the mountains.

Property Ref No. VI4740

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Call: 98294202/24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

Free WIFI Children's play area and direct access to the mall Furnished

OMR 725

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Shaded parking for two cars Easy access onto the Muscat Express Way Ready for immediate rental

OMR 850 Lamar Bausher

Al Mouj

Elegant two bedroom apartment.

Designed with an additional multipurpose room.

Property Ref No. AP4850 Call: 24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

This nicely furnished one bedroom apartment is located in the new Luban residential area of Al Mouj very close to The Walk mall. Ready for immediate occupancy. Property Ref No. AP4574 Call: 00968 98294202 muscat@hamptons.com

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Access to communal facilities such as gym, swimming pool and garden Children's play area and convenience mall

OMR 3 PER SQM

Elegantly furnished Access to communal pool Basement parking for 1 car Internet connection

OMR 1,300 Warehouse, Rusayl

Muscat Hills

Good location with easy access to expressway and highway. 4,531 sq.m of good quality warehousing and light industrial facilities.

Property Ref No. WH 5044 Call: 98294204/24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

Elegant three bedroom penthouse apartment. Open plan living / dining area. Spacious bedrooms with en-suite facilities.

Property Ref No. AP4516 Call: 98294204/24699773 muscat@hamptons.om

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4531 sq.m In-built fire safety system OMR 3 per sq.m Open land on site

Fitted kitchen with all appliances Shaded parking

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P R O P E R T Y OMR 185,000 – 220,000

Bausher

• Good size bedrooms and living area • Garden space outside • Gated compound

Beautiful four / five bedroom townhouses at the stunning 'La Vista' compound.

Good quality finish and fittings.

Property Ref No. VI5166 Call: 98083217/24699773

muscat@hamptons.om

4 bedroom and 4 washroom Villa near qurum walking distance to qurum garden. Master bedroom consist of dressing room and access to balcony.3 bedroom on 1st floor with sharing bathrooms.

Beautiful surrounding . Property Ref No. VI5086 Call: 00968 98294202 muscat@hamptons.com

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OMR 165,000

Al Mouj

• Access to a communal pool • Good quality fittings and finish • Call: 98083217

Attractive two bedroom plus study apartment. Good location with easy accessibility to retail shops and restaurants.

Property Ref No. AP5139 Call: 98083217/24699773

muscat@hamptons.om

OMR 210,000

Qurum

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OMR 11,500,000

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Good size living space throughout the property High quality fittings and finish Small garden area and maids room

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Al Ghobrah Prime commercial residential land plot . 25,099 sq.m.

Property Ref No. RL5140 Call: 98083217/24699773

muscat@hamptons.om

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Permission for G+4 and 17 m height.

Positioned right next to the Chedi OMR 460/ Sq.m Commercial / residential

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OMR 1,216 2 BHK at Shatti Qurum

Office Space

Apartment available for sale at Bareeq Al Shatti with mountain view in the heart of the town. Access to all amenities within limits. Flat consist of 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Open living / dining area.

Call: 97101116 / 24600433 www.engelvoelkers.com/om

Office space of 152sqm.for rent in Jasmin Business center located in the commercial area of Al Khuwair. Call: 97101116 / 24600433 www.engelvoelkers.com/om

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Mountain View Air conditioning Balcony Built-in kitchen

OMR 1,200

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Parking Security Central A/c

OMR 1,500 4 bedrooms villa in Aziba

5 bedrooms villa in Aziba

4 bedroom en-suite and master bedroom with sitting area.

Villa consist of 2 sitting room,1 dining room with guest washroom. Kitchen with storeroom also consist of store room Call: 97101116 / 24600433 www.engelvoelkers.com/om

Villa consist of 2 majlis,1 sitting/ dinnig room and a guest toilet.

Kitchen had attached store room.

Master room en suite with attached sitting area. 4 beroom with 3 bathrooms and a small pantry.

Maid and laundry room. One bathroom ouside the villa near pool.

Call: 97101116 / 24600433 www.engelvoelkers.com/om

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2 car parking Maid room with bathroom Laundry room

OMR 900

Swimming pool 2 parking Remote control gate Security camera

OMR 1,600 5 BR detached villa in Azaiba

4 bedroom home in Madinat Al Ilam

Villa with living and dining open plan with wash area and guest toilet. Kitchen with attached store room.One guest bathroom en-suite. Family hall with small balcony. Master bedroom ensuite with dressing room and two bedroom en-suite bathrooms.

Call: 97101116 / 24600433 www.engelvoelkers.com/om

Compound of 16 villas with communal and private gardens. Consisting of 4 bedroom town houses. Open living and dining room. Master bedroom en-suite with fitted wardrobes and two bedroom with en-suite bathroom with fitted wardrobes. Maid and laundry rooms.

Call: 97101116 / 24600433 www.engelvoelkers.com/om

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2 covered parking Maid room Laundry room

Basement parking for 2 cars Private garden Roof terrace Mountain and sea view

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OMR 40,000 – 55,000

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OMR 28,000

Shaden Al Hail

Duraa Tower 3, Mabellah

Lifestyle development in North Al Hail. Phase 1 completed with 165 units of 1 BHK, 2 BHK, 3 BHK and duplexes. Phase 2 available for sale now with 1,2 BHK. Call: 99735777

Tower 1 & 2 completely sold with 24 hours security & maintenance team, 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.

Call: 99735777

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OMR 650 ONWARDS

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OMR 350 - 750

Rehab, Al Mawaleh

Shaden Al Hail

Community living with facilities like swimming pool, gym, kids play area, private parking space. 4 bedroom villa with 2 private parkings, 24 hrs securitry and maintenance.

Call: 99735777

165 units of 1,2,3 bedrooms and duplexes, lifestyle community living, 24 hrs security , maintenance. Upcoming mall next door by mid 2016.

Call: 99735777

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Swimming pool, gym and kids play area Private parkings

OMR 230

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Parking Security guard Split A/c Upcoming mall next door

OMR 450 - 1200 Dura Tower 2

Tilal Complex

Leasing instead of sale. 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. Al Mabellah residential flat.

Call: 99735777

1,2,3 bedrooms. Exclusive Tilal residences at Muscat Grand Mall.

Call: 99735777

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24 hrs security & maintenance Family hall Commercial available at OMR 300

OMR 5 PER SQM

Parking area Security available Maintenance

OMR 350 - 400 Commercial building

Bowshar Tower

Al Tai, Al Qurum office space for rent with allocated car park space, prime location near Qurum roundabout.

Call: 99735777

Walking distance from MGM with retail space on ground floor with 24 hrs maintenance team available, 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.

Call: 99735777

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Separate car parkings Opposite Qurum City Centre

Two bedroom 2 washroom 1 balcony Majlis

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OMR 550

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OMR 1,500 Villa for Rent

Al Khuwair 33

The four bedroom villa is a unique modern accommodation. Located adjacent to the Al Khoud Souq, featuring four bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, large living room with dining area, kitchen, and small garden.

Call: 24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

Welcome home to this four bedroom, five bathroom furnished villa for rent. This home is located in Al Khuwair 33. The floor plan offers a great room with kitchen, dining and living area that flows seamlessly to a an spacious villa. 4 bedroom with 5 bathrooms and a maid room.

Call: 24613745/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

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Easy access to market Small garden Parking Balcony

OMR 300,000

4 bedroom 5 wahroom 5 car parking Fully furnished

OMR 450 Villa for Sale

Azaiba Sun Rise

The Six Bedroom Villa is a unique modern accommodation. Located in the Madinat Sultan Qaboos, featuring Six bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, large living room with dining area, kitchen. Prime residential area with easy accessibility to highway and express way.

Call: 24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

3 Bedroom en-suite bathrooms.

Open Kitchen with dining.

2 Balcony.

Call: 24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

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6 Bedroom Attached bathrooms Accessibility to highway and express way Small balconies

OMR 450

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OMR 340,000 Sama Al Qurum

Twin Villa Azaiba

This gorgeous 2BR flat in qurum offers an ideal floor plan for the extended family. Features include design, formal dining room, master bedroom, bonus room, built-ins and lovely interiors.

24613475/93507193 info@alhuda-re.com

Twin villa of four bedroom with five bathroom for sale. This home is located in Al Azaiba. The floor plan offers a great room with kitchen, dining and living area that flows seamlessly to a an spacious villa. Prime residential area with easy accessibility to highway and express way.

24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

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2 bedroom High finish interior Dinning space in kitchen Parking

4 bedroom 5 washroom Small playing area Balcony

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The Minaret The new state-of-the art commercial building available in Qurum opposite to Qurum City Center and next to Muscat International School.

Call: 99441516, 99237676 24643814/859

Luxury villa of 8 bedrooms available at Shatti Al Qurum with separate maid's/security and guest room with ample open area.

Call: 99441516 Tel.: 2464 3816

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OMR 5,000

Shatti Al Qurum

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It is a mixed use building in a prime area at Al Khuwair 28 near ABA school.

Call: 99237676, 24643814/859

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The retail space is available from 60 to 400 SQM with a rent of OMR 13/SQM. Choice of 3 bedroom and duplex ready for occupancy with facilities

OMR 7.5 PER SQM

• Spacious rooms • Prime location

Mosaic Tower Prime office space available of 240 – 650 sqm for rent in a prime location next to the OMRAN in Mossaic Tower.

Call: 99441516/99237676 24643814/859

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GF at 385 sqm and mezzanine at 258 sqm Total built up of 643 sqm with a rent of OMR 7.5/sqm

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Al Khuwair

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Three bedroom villa in Al Khuwair Open plan living/dining area Property reference AK- 110/8/1100 Call- 24600688 Email: hilalproperties@hilalprop.com.om

Garden Shaded parking Outside kitchen

OMR 600

Three bedroom villa with open plan living and dining area in Al Khuwair Property Reference : 80/31/800 Call- 24600688 Email: hilalproperties@hilalprop.com.om

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OMR 800

OMR 1,100

Al Khuwair

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Two Bedroom Apartment

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Two bedroom fully furnished apartment ( short term) Property Reference : SQ 80/1/800 Call- 24600688 Email: hilalproperties@hilalprop.com.om

Close to beach Close to shops/Restaurants

OMR 400

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One Bedroom Apartment One bedroom apartment ( top floor ) with open plan sitting , dining room and kitchen Property Reference : AZ 40/2/400 Call- 24600688 Email: hilalproperties@hilalprop.com.om

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OMR 99,000 ONWARDS

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OMR 270 ONWARDS

Salalah

Al Amerat

Villa for sale in Salalah Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Luxury apartments Contact: 24222333 – 98889294

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Parking 2 living room Dining room 5 bedroom 7 bathroom 2 kitchen

OMR 550 ONWARDS

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2 bedroom or 3 bedroom Living room Kitchen Bathrooms

OMR 260

Salalah – Al Zahraa Tower

Al Mubeila

Own Luxury finishing apartment full furnished with appliances for the first time Installment starts from OMR 500 Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Luxury apartments – new building Contact: 24222333 – 98889294

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OMR 110,000

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2 bedroom Living room A kitchen Bathrooms Intercom CCTV

OMR 250 Al Amerat

Al Amerat

Twin Villa inAl Amrat, for sale OMR 110,000 for rentOMR 800, area 315sqm Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Apartments in Al Amrat behind Sultan Center - prime location Contact: 24222333, 98889321

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4 bedroom 5 bathroom 2 living room Kitchen Store

OMR 135,000

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OMR 275 TO 365 Al Mawaleh

Al Khuwair 42

Twin Villa for sale in Al Mawaleh Area 315 sqm Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Luxury apartments prime location, parking for each apartment.

Contact: 24222333, 98889294

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4 bedroom 5 bathroom 2 living room Kitchen Store

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OMR 450 - 700

OMR 325 - 425 Al Khuwair

Al Khuwair

1 BHK and 2BHK apartments for rent for OMR 325 and OMR 425 respectively.

Call: 93181111

Commercial and residential building in Al Khuwair. Basement parking available with full security. Access to swimming pool, gym and mall.

Call: 93151111, 93191111

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• 36 flats of 1 BHK with 2 washroom 450 OMR • 7 flats of 2 BHK with 3 washroom 700 OMR • 62 flats of 2 BHK with 2 washroom 650 OMR

Gym Maintenance Security

OMR 400 - 450

OMR 6 PER M Mumtaz Area

Al Khuwair 42

2 BHK apartments for rent from OMR 400 to 450.

Call: 93161111

Commercial space available for office use from OMR 6 per meter. Basement space available for 5 OMR per meter.

Call: 93151111

• Gym • Security • Basement parking

OMR 850

• Commercial building • Car Parking

OMR 425 Al Hail South

Al Aziaba

Flats of 4 bedrooms with 3 washrooms and a maid's room available in a good building for OMR 850 per month.

Call: 93161111

2BHK apartments with 2 washroomsfor rent for OMR 425 per month Call: 93181111

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OMR 350 - 550

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OMR 400 Building in Al Khuwair

Al Ghubrah South

Commercial and residential space available in Al Khuwair. Mezzanine floor of 950 meter available for rent at 7 OMR per meter.

Call: 93151111, 93113111

Newly constructed commercial and residential building available for rent near Royal Hospital behind Majan Hotel. 2 apartments of 2 bedroom with 3 washroom and balcony for 400 OMR. Call: 93151111

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OMR 36,000 ONWARDS Al Amerat Phase 6

Apartments in Bousher

Wonderful twin villa in Al Amerat phase 6 prime location near Masjid Al Abrar. Land area for each villa 315sqm, built in the area of 300sqm, high quality finish.

Contact: Mr. Abdullah

Close to Masjid Mohammed Al Amin, luxury apartment of one & two bedrooms for sale. High standard materials used in construction & finishing stages. Spectacular view of the city.

Contact: Mr. Abdullah Al Ghafri - 96161640 / 24691515

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OMR 125,000

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OMR 54,000 ONWARDS Apartment in Bareeq Al Shatti

Apartments in Al Qurum

Situated at the heart of Muscat & most connected location. This exceptional apartment of two bedroom unit and large living area with modern fitted kitchen.

Contact : Abdullah Al Ghafri 98980788/24691515

Prestigious Talal Al Qurum project offers 2 and 3 bedrooms apartments for sale behind The Sultan Center Al Qurum. Contact: Mr. Abdullah Al Ghafri - 98980788 / 24691515

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Offering spectacular view of Sultan Qaboos Street Underground car parking & entrance Immediate access to the mall Efficiently organized layout

OMR 110,000

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Close to Qurum Commercial area Close to the Sultan Qaboos Highway Fully fitted kitchen Sufficient car parking

OMR 77,000 Villa in Al Khoud Phase-6

Apartment in Ras Al Hamra

Part of twin villa for sale located in Al Khoud Phase – 6. Two floor villa, ground floor includes huge majlis, living room, kitchen plus maid's room, guest room with attached toilet. 1st floor has four bedrooms. Contact : Mr. Abdullah Al Ghafri - 98980788 / 24691515

Luxury flat for sale in Ras Al Hamra with 2 suite bedrooms with attached bathroom & wonderful view huge living area with common bathroom, fully furnished kitchen and balcony. Contact : Mr. Abdullah Al Ghafri - 98980788 / 24691515

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OMR 60,000

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OMR 100,000 Apartment in Bausher 35

Hotel apartment in Dubai

Situated at the developing residential and commercial area of Muscat.

These exceptional apartments of 2 bedroom unit and large living area with modern kitchen.

Contact : Abdullah Al Ghafri 98980788/24691515

Luxurious hotel apartment for sale in Dubai, behind Mall of Emirates.

Completely furnished apartment.

Consist of 1 bedroom and service.

Contact: Abdullah Al Ghafri 98980788/24691515

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Spa Gym Golf course & cafe

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OMR 80,000 NET PER VILLA

South Maabela Three twin villas of same specification in Phase 7 for sale. Ground floor: Sitting room with bathroom, two halls with one bathroom, kitchen and laundry room.

Contact: Mahmood Al Balushi, 91217727/95280008

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First Floor: 4 rooms with bathrooms Spanish kitchen and bathroom tiles Granite stairs Ash wood main door

OMR 3.5/SQM

Ruwi Building 24 - Comm.

Located at MBD, Ruwi, (Behind old Ministry of Manpower Building). Please note that the prices are negotiable for serious buyers. Head office : Next to Azaiba Shell Petrol Pump station before airport.

Contact: Mahmood Al Balushi, 91217727/24121812

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OMR 47,000 ONWARDS

Al Azaiba (Al Sharq) Building Book your apartment now and join an integrated community which is composed of 56 apartments.

84 sqm - 137.5 sqm flats.

Contact: Mahmood Al Balushi, 91217727/95280008

• Guard and maintenance team around the clock • Dedicated carparking for each apartment • WiFi

OMR 5.5/SQM

• Area 1050sqm • Starting area size available from 450sqm • Price OMR 3.5/sqm • Parking available in front and back of building

Jabal Shams Bldg Ghala Heights - Comm.

Please note that the prices are negotiable for serious buyers. Head office : Next to Azaiba Shell Petrol Pump Station before Airport.

Contact: Mahmood Al Balushi, 91217727/24121812

• Area 2632 sqm • Starting area size available from 500sqm to 2150 sqm.

• Price OMR 6/sqm • Parking available

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NEIGHBOURHOOD GEMS

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A TIME HONOURED BAZAAR STORY ASMAA AL BALUSHI AND SALIM AL AFIFI PHOTOGRAPH SHABIN E

Neighbourhoods are more than a collection of roads linking rows of houses, they are communities made up of homes, businesses, and special places that make the area unique. Here we explore the gems that give Muscat neighbourhoods their heart.

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f you head north along the coast of Muscat you will come to “Muttrah's sister," a beautiful ring of markets and shops — traditional Omani clothing tailors, jewellery and perfumery houses, fresh-out-of-the-water fish markets, spice shops, and everything in between. It is an old part of the city that attracts locals and expatriate residents who enjoy exploring the thin alleyways, breathing in the fresh ocean air, and bargaining for great deals in the place known as Souq Seeb.

The beautifully designed souq is huge, so it is best to get yourself familiar with the area by roaming around the ring-like road. On one side you can see the furniture vendors and upholstery shops, known for their affordable prices. You'll also see a few car stereo shops, where, despite their lack of curb appeal, employ some of the

best car sound system technicians in the city. Over on the beach side, you will find clothing shops, jewellery shops, perfumeries, restaurants, mosques, and the entrance to the historic central souq for vegetables, foodstuff, spices, ingredients, and meats. It is best explored first thing in the morning for the freshest seafood and produce. The stalls are in full swing by 8am, but shut down by 11:30am. Inside the souq there are many stalls that sell traditional Omani halwa, coffee beans, grains, and local dates, at prices much lower than major supermarkets. For dry goods and clothing, the best time to come is after the evening prayers, when the souq is back in action until around 9pm or 10pm.

On the perimeter of the souq overlooking the sea, there are numerous casual restaurants serving local delicacies such as seafood, charcoal-grilled mishkak,

and fresh squeezed juices. They don't look like much, but the fresh seafood is inexpensive and delicious at little stands like Shrimp's Coffee Shop.

Souq Seeb’s beach has a unique vibe of its own. Wandering between the lines of cars, gazing at the boats and fishermen working on the sea is extraordinarily refreshing. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy mingling with the fishermen who can be found further north of the souq, going towards the new Seeb Corniche.

The souq is more than a place to shop, it is a part of the daily rhythms of life for Seeb residents. It is a gathering place where residents young and old come to catch up on the events of the day, to share a coffee and some laughs. It is a neighbourhood place, and no matter how many malls are built, the city wouldn't be the same without it. —lifestyle@timesofoman.com

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OMR 475 Al Rawdha Complex, Qurum

Bousher Avenue

Spacious apartments in Seeh Al Malih street near Al Qurum complex.

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1, 2, 3 BHK luxury apartments in Bousher. Completion date 31/03/2017. Finance available by Bank Muscat & Oman Arab Bank.

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Each flat with covered car park Central gas system CCTV Secure login system

OMR 100,000 ONWARDS

Deluxe finishes Gym Security entry system Central satellite system

OMR 20 PER M2

Al Khoud Villas

Rawan Center Al Khoud

Brand new villas in Al Khoud for sale. 4 bedrooms en suite, 2 halls, dining room, maids’ room and laundry room.

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Offices and showrooms for rent in Al Khoud.

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Built-in wardrobes Modern kitchen High quality finishes Ready for possession

OMR 700 ONWARDS

Competitive prices Prime location Different sizes No turn over

OMR 3.5 PER M2

Al AnsabVillas

Al Noor Tower

Brand new villas in Al Ansab for rent. Call: 97201688-95056808 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

Office spaces in Gala for rent.

Ready for possession.

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OMR 500

Prime location Different sizes

OMR 215 TO 275 Salam Residence

Muttrah

Fully furnished 35 apartments in Bousher for rent.

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Brand new 1 and 2 BHK flats in Muttrah for rent.

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OMR 350 Al Affiyya Towers

Jalan House

2 BR premium apartments adjacent to Indian School Wadi Kabir, primary section. Ideal for families.

Contact: 96093469

2 BR commercial/residential apartments in an excellent location in Al Khuwair. Close to Avenues Mall, Muscat Grand Mall and Al Khuwair service road.

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Excellent finishes Split airconditioners Kitchen cabinets Only few flats left

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Suitable for families Commercial flats also available Easy access from Sultan Qaboos Road Basement car parking

OMR 300 Jalan House

Madinat Sultan Qaboos

200 sq.m of office space available for rent. Excellent location with easy access to Sultan Qaboos road. Close to Avenues Mall, Muscat Grand Mall and Al Khuwair service road.

Contact: 96534127

2 BR and 1 BR apartments.

This property is adjacent to Arab Open University.

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Basement car parking Public parking space in front of the building Excellent location

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OMR 500 Mawaleh

Mawaleh

2 BR premium apartments ideal for families. The property is close to Hotel Holiday Inn and City Center Muscat. Only few flats left.

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Office space of around 75 sq.m available. Easy access to Sultan Qaboos road.

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Excellent finishes Split airconditioners Kitchen cabinets Easy access to Sultan Qaboos Road

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Open office space of around 60 sq.m Manager’s room of 15 sq.m Attached washroom for the manager’s room Only three units left

OMR 25,000 Villa near Qurum Beach

Al Affiyya Complex

Commercial villa in a premium location with 8 bedrooms and 3 spacious halls.

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Newly constructed residential/ commercial complex with apartments and showrooms with split air-conditioners. Can be used for staff accommodation.

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Showrooms – 49 2 BR apartments – 9 1 BR apartments – 23 Excellent finishes

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OMR 250 Commercial space

Al Amerat

Shops for rent of 10x4 sq for 300 rials negotiable. Back side warehouse available 1000 sq. for rent 2 rials per meter.

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Commercial building for rent in Al Amerat phase 6 in main community hub.

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Commercial space Shop Warehouse

OMR 250

Access to commercial area Near school and masjid Watchman

OMR 250 Al Amerat

Amerat

Commercial building in Al Amerat phase 5. Commercial or residential use. Flats includes 2 bedroom and majlis with 2 washrooms and kitchen.

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Commercial space for rent in Al Amerat in phase 4 behind masjid and Omani School.

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Parking Watchman Access to all facilities

Main locality Near to population Appropriate for all type of commercial use

OMR 150

OMR 230 Mabellah

Al Amerat

Commercial and residential space in Seeb Mabellah 2 bedroom flat with attached washroom. Commercials space for rent for shops 350.

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Commercial space available for shop and office in the heart of Al Amerat commercial area.

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Watchman Parking Split AC Access to mobility

OMR 850

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OMR 80,000 Al Khoud

Villa in Mabella

Commercial shops for rent in Al Khoud main market.

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Twin villa in Al Mabella phase 8. Villa separated by 2 meters. Compound size of each villa is 320 meters and construction size is 309 meters.

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Lounge with washroom High end finish Wooden work 2bedroom with attached washroom