New Capital

Spanning 170,000 feddans east of Cairo, the New Administrative Capital hosts more than 100 residential compounds and 9 international universities, alongside Africa’s tallest tower at 385 meters, with residential unit prices starting from EGP 3,500,000 and reaching over EGP 32,000,000 in the luxury tier, with payment plans extending up to 10 years.

The city belongs to Cairo Governorate and is classified among Egypt’s fourth-generation cities, established by presidential decree in 2016 to serve as Egypt’s new capital and the seat of government. It combines governmental, diplomatic, and financial districts alongside hundreds of private compounds developed by leading players in the Egyptian market such as Palm Hills, La Vista, Misr Italia, and Better Home.

The city’s value is further enhanced by its central location between the heart of Cairo and Ain Sokhna, alongside infrastructure that includes world-class universities, hospitals, and malls, in addition to major national projects such as the Monorail, the High-Speed Electric Train, the Grand Mosque of Egypt, and the Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ, making it the top destination for homebuyers and investors seeking a unit within an upscale gated community.

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About the New Administrative Capital

Work on the New Administrative Capital began with an official announcement during the Egypt Economic Development Conference held in Sharm El Sheikh in March 2015, followed by the construction decree issued by the President of the Republic in 2016, as part of the state’s plan to expand eastward of Cairo and build a new capital that relieves pressure on the city center while housing government and ministerial headquarters in one location.

The Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) oversees the city, a company owned 51% by the National Service Products Organization and the Armed Forces Land Projects Authority, and 49% by the New Urban Communities Authority under the Ministry of Housing. The city administratively belongs to Cairo Governorate by Presidential Decree No. 314 of 2022, which amended Cairo’s boundaries to incorporate the entire Capital territory.

The city’s total area reaches 714 square kilometers according to ACUD, with an additional 50,000 feddans planned for future phases, bringing the total area to 220,000 feddans, placing the Capital among Egypt’s and the Middle East’s largest urban cities by area.

The city is divided into 3 main phases as follows:

• Phase One extends over 40,000 feddans and includes the Government District, Diplomatic Quarter, CBD, the first residential districts, and the Investors Area.
• Phase Two adds 47,000 feddans of residential and service expansions.
• Phase Three covers 97,000 feddans including Knowledge City and additional entertainment zones.

The city was officially inaugurated as Egypt’s new seat of government on April 2, 2024 when President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took the constitutional oath for a third presidential term before Parliament at its new headquarters.

In terms of population, according to the State Information Service, the Capital targets accommodating 6.5 million residents, potentially reaching 7 million upon completion of all phases, with a low population density of approximately 90 residents per feddan compared to the average 500–1,000 in Cairo, reflecting the smart planning philosophy that distinguishes fourth-generation cities.

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Location, Boundaries and Districts of the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is located in the eastern part of Cairo Governorate, approximately 45 km from downtown Cairo, sitting on a strategic position at the western edge of the Sinai Peninsula. This positions it as a connection point between Greater Cairo and the Suez Canal on one side, and the Ain Sokhna area and the Red Sea on the other.

The city is served by a strong network of main highways, including the Regional Ring Road, the Middle Ring Road, the Cairo–Suez Desert Road, the Cairo–Ain Sokhna Road, alongside the Mohamed Bin Zayed North and South Axis linking the Capital’s districts together, plus the Hope Axis (Mehwar El Amal) which separates residential sectors and eases traffic flow within the city.

Geographic Boundaries of the New Administrative Capital

Northern Boundary: bordered to the north by the Cairo–Suez Desert Road, and the cities of Shorouk, Badr, and Capital Gardens, which connect the city to eastern Cairo and the industrial zones northeast of the governorate.

Southern Boundary: bordered to the south by the Cairo–Ain Sokhna Road, opening the city onto the Red Sea coast, alongside extensions of the Eastern Desert and new investment projects on the Katameya–Sokhna axis.

Eastern Boundary: the eastern borders extend toward the City of Suez at a distance of approximately 80 km, positioning the Capital as a midpoint between Cairo and the Suez Canal seaports and the eastern economic zones.

Western Boundary: bordered to the west by New Cairo and the Fifth Settlement area, with downtown Cairo only 45 km away via the Mohamed Bin Zayed axis.

Distances from the New Administrative Capital

The city’s location offers easy access to the most vital landmarks in Greater Cairo and surrounding cities, and below is a table of the most prominent distances from the New Administrative Capital:

Districts of the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is characterized by its diverse districts, ranging from governmental, diplomatic, and financial districts to numbered residential districts (R1 through R8), and specialized zones such as the City of Arts and Culture and the Sports City. Below are the most prominent districts:

• The Government District: located at the heart of the city across 1.5 million square meters, housing the Presidential Palace (Egypt’s Castle), the Cabinet, the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Ministerial Complex of 34 ministries, alongside the People’s Square, the Martyrs’ Square, and Egypt’s flagpole standing at 185 meters.

• The Diplomatic Quarter: extends across 2,500 feddans and is dedicated to foreign embassies, consulates, and diplomatic missions relocating from their current Cairo offices, with five-star hospitality hotels for visiting dignitaries.

• Central Business District (CBD): spans 1.7 square kilometers along the Mohamed Bin Zayed North axis, featuring 20 towers of varying heights led by the Iconic Tower, along with the Central Bank of Egypt, the Egyptian Stock Exchange, and branches of Banque Misr, the National Bank of Egypt, Banque du Caire, CIB, and Faisal Islamic Bank.

• R1 First Residential District: located at the Capital’s entrance north of the Mohamed Bin Zayed axis, spanning 1,000 feddans with 25,000 residential units, R1 is the first district to deliver units to residents in Phase One.

• R2 Second Residential District: covers 1,169 feddans with 23,000 residential units, located near the Regional Ring Road, featuring medium population density combining apartments and villas.

• R3 Third Residential District: offers competitive prices and housing options suitable for the middle class, hosting Al Maqsad Compound by City Edge alongside several subsidized housing projects.

• R4 Fourth Residential District: overlooks the Mohamed Bin Zayed South axis and ranks among the Capital’s most upscale districts, hosting flagship projects from major developers such as Palm Hills and La Vista, with low population density ensuring privacy and tranquility.

• R5 Fifth Residential District: situated directly on the 90th Street near the Government City, hosting premium projects like New Garden City by City Edge alongside mid-income housing units.

• R7 Seventh Residential District: the most sought-after district in the Capital due to its proximity to the Government, Diplomatic, and CBD areas, hosting major compounds such as Midtown Sky, Midtown Villa, and Castle Landmark.

• R8 Eighth Residential District: distinguished by its proximity to the Embassies Axis and the Green River, hosting compounds with open panoramic views such as Upmount, Lariva, and Madai.

• The Investors Area: spans 800 feddans with only 11 compounds at low residential density, overlooking the Mohamed Bin Zayed South axis and featuring premium projects such as Zad Residence and Stella Park, making it the most attractive zone for real estate investment.

• The Olympic Sports City: covers 93 feddans and includes an Olympic stadium seating 90,000 spectators, making it Egypt’s largest stadium and Africa’s second-largest, alongside courts complexes, a 3-km running track, and Egypt’s first international Olympic village.

• City of Arts and Culture: includes the New Egyptian Opera House with 3 halls seating 3,300 people, the Museum of Egyptian Capitals with over 1,000 historical artifacts, the Museum of Visual Arts, the Mummies Halls, a Roman open-air theatre, and a 4D cinema.

• Central Park & Green River: the Central Park extends over 1,000 feddans, while the Green River upon full completion will span 35 kilometers, making it double the size of Central Park in New York. It features lakes, gardens, restaurant complexes, and an open-air cinema.

Infrastructure and Services in the New Administrative Capital

Infrastructure is one of the most prominent strength factors of the New Administrative Capital, as the city was designed to be Africa’s first fully integrated smart city, offering a comprehensive system of educational, healthcare, recreational, religious, and transport services that cover residents’ needs without leaving the city.

Universities Near the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is one of Egypt’s leading educational hubs, hosting a portfolio of prominent international universities that attract thousands of students annually and raise the value of surrounding compounds. The most important include:

• University of Canada in Egypt (UCE) on 50 feddans with a USD 120 million Canadian investment
• German International University (GIU)
• European University in Egypt (EUE) on 80 feddans
• Egypt University of Informatics (EUI)
• University of Hertfordshire (UK branch)
• American International University (AIU)
• Coventry University (UK branch)
• The Knowledge Hub Universities (accredited universities cluster)

Schools Near the New Administrative Capital

The city provides an integrated educational environment for young families, with a wide network of international and language schools covering British, American, and national educational systems, including:

• Nile International Schools (NIS)
• The Royal Canadian School
• Cadmus International Schools
• IGCSE British schools
• Accredited American Diploma schools

Hospitals and Medical Centers in the New Administrative Capital

The city features an integrated medical district, one of the largest in Egypt and the Middle East, as the state and leading medical groups ensure the provision of a healthcare system equipped with the latest technologies. Top facilities include:

• The Smart Hospital
• Capital Med University Hospital
• Horizon Canadian Hospital
• A clinic complex with over 170 specialized clinics
• Specialized imaging centers and diagnostic laboratories

Malls and Entertainment in the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is a major shopping and entertainment destination for eastern Cairo, hosting some of the largest commercial centers in Egypt and the Middle East, combining international brands and premium restaurants. The most prominent include:

• City Hall Mall
• MoMa Mall
• Almasa Capital Mall
• Pyramids Mega Mall
• Zaha Park Mall
• Grand Square Mall
• Citadel Mall

Mosques and Churches in the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is distinguished by hosting the largest mosque and cathedral in the Middle East, both ranking among the most prominent religious and architectural landmarks of the city:

• The Grand Mosque of Egypt (Misr Mosque): Egypt’s largest mosque and the third largest mosque worldwide by area, located in the Government District on a hill 24 meters high, spanning 116 feddans and accommodating 137,000 worshippers, with two minarets reaching 148 meters each.
• Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque: located on the Middle Ring Road at the Capital’s entrance, serving as the state’s official mosque and one of the Middle East’s largest, accommodating 17,000 worshippers.
• The Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ: the largest cathedral in the Middle East, located adjacent to Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque, inaugurated by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in January 2019, symbolizing alongside the adjacent mosque the message of coexistence between the nation’s communities.

Transportation Network in the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital was designed to be a traffic-free city through a modern integrated transportation network linking it to the heart of Cairo and the surrounding new cities:

• The Monorail (Suspended Train): Egypt’s first monorail system, connecting Nasr City to the Capital through 16 stations, with trial operations beginning in November 2025 and official launch in early 2026.
• High-Speed Electric Train: implemented by Siemens of Germany in partnership with Orascom and The Arab Contractors, spanning 660 km with 22 stations and operating at 250 km/h, linking Ain Sokhna with the Capital, then El Alamein, then Marsa Matrouh.
• Light Rail Transit (LRT): connecting the Capital with 10th of Ramadan City and the Middle Ring Road through stations intersecting with the Monorail and Metro.
• Capital International Airport: serves the city across 16 km², with a 3,650-meter runway and a capacity of 300 passengers per hour.
• Smart Road Network: main roads with 8 lanes, allocating 40% of the road network to pedestrians and bicycles, with eco-friendly electric buses.

Property Types in the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is distinguished by an exceptional variety of property types, catering to different clients’ needs whether for permanent residence or investment. It combines residential units in all their forms with commercial, administrative, medical, and hospitality projects.

Residential units include studios starting from approximately 70 square meters, one-to-three-bedroom apartments, duplexes and penthouses, alongside standalone villas, townhouses, and twin houses within gated compounds, while commercial and administrative projects are concentrated in the CBD and Downtown areas.

Below is an approximate table of price ranges for the city’s most prominent unit types:

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Advantages of Living in the New Administrative Capital

The Capital’s appeal extends beyond its location to include an integrated system of qualities that make it one of Egypt’s best residential destinations. Below are the most prominent:

• Integrated Smart Infrastructure: Africa’s first fully smart city, with an integrated IoT system, distributed surveillance cameras, smart emergency network, and highways with 8 lanes.
• Exceptional Green Spaces: the Green River spanning 35 km upon full completion, with a central park covering 1,000 feddans, alongside dedicated landscape areas within each compound.
• Low Population Density: 90 residents per feddan compared to 500–1,000 in Cairo, ensuring exceptional privacy and tranquility.
• Proximity to Vital Facilities: 9 international universities, an integrated medical district, the two largest commercial malls in the Middle East (City Hall and MoMa), Misr Mosque and the Cathedral – all within the city or on its outskirts.
• Strong Road and Highway Network: the city connects to the Regional Ring Road, the Middle Ring Road, and the Bin Zayed axis, alongside the Monorail and the High-Speed Electric Train.
• High Security: the presence of government headquarters and foreign embassies enhances the security framework exceptionally compared to any other Egyptian city.

Top Compounds and Projects in the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital hosts more than 100 residential, commercial, and administrative compounds developed by Egypt’s leading real estate companies. Below is a comprehensive list of the most prominent compounds available in the city, followed by a deeper look at the top ones.

Top Residential Compounds in the New Administrative Capital

• Al Maqsad Compound

Al Maqsad Compound is the latest and largest project by City Edge Developments in the New Administrative Capital, located in the R3 Third Residential District over an area exceeding 211 feddans. It offers ready-to-move or one-year delivery options with installments up to 10 years, featuring extensive green spaces, gardens, and meadows in a classic Garden City style.

• La Vista City Compound

La Vista City Compound by La Vista Developments stands as one of the city’s largest projects, extending over 910 feddans in the R4 Fourth District along the Regional Ring Road as an extension of the Golden Square area. Unit prices start from EGP 18,000,000 with a 20% down payment and 4-year installments.

• El Patio Jade Compound

El Patio Jade Compound by La Vista is located in the R4 Fourth Residential District directly behind La Vista City, offering residential units with diverse sizes and low population density, just 3 minutes from the Hope Axis and 4 minutes from Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque and the Cathedral, with unit prices starting from EGP 20,000,000.

• Midtown Sky Compound

Midtown Sky Compound by Better Home Developments stands out in the R7 Seventh District, featuring two-bedroom apartments starting from 140 square meters and three-bedroom units from 190 square meters, located near the Suez Road and the British University, with prices starting from EGP 6,500,000.

• Midtown Villa Compound

Midtown Villa Compound by Better Home is the fastest-delivery compound in the Capital, located in the R7 Seventh Residential District near the Exhibition Grounds, featuring a wide variety of standalone villas, townhouses, and twin houses with prices starting from EGP 14,000,000 and delivery within less than 3 years from booking.

• Midtown Condo Compound

Midtown Condo Compound by Better Home is located in the R7 Seventh District near the Ring Road and the Bin Zayed axis, extending over 60 feddans with 81% allocated to green spaces and artificial lagoons, giving it a resort-style atmosphere within the city, with prices starting from EGP 7,200,000.

Top Landmarks of the New Administrative Capital

• IL Bosco Compound

IL Bosco Compound by Misr Italia Properties features an Italian design inspired by European resorts, located in the R7 Seventh District with a vast area of green spaces and artificial lakes, offering 0% down payment and 10-year installments with prices starting from EGP 7,900,000.

• Vinci Compound

Vinci Compound by Misr Italia extends over 110 feddans with a design by renowned architect Hany Saad, including the Vinci Street commercial district with shops for premium international brands, restaurants, and cafes, making it a fully integrated residential and commercial destination with prices starting from EGP 8,500,000.

• Winter Park Compound

Winter Park Compound by Dominar Developments is one of the most prominent middle-class projects in the Capital, targeting buyers seeking Dominar’s signature quality at competitive prices compared to neighboring compounds, with diverse units between apartments, duplexes, and penthouses, and prices starting from EGP 6,000,000.

• Village de la Capitale Compound

Village de la Capitale Compound is the first project by Palm Hills Developments in the New Administrative Capital, located in the R4 Fourth District, targeting luxury investors with premium villas and townhouses on spacious plots, with prices starting from EGP 24,000,000 with a 10% down payment and 10-year installments.

• New Garden City Compound

New Garden City Compound by City Edge Developments is located in the R5 Fifth Residential District directly on the 90th Street, offering apartments, townhouses, and twin houses in residential buildings of 2 ground floors + 7 upper floors. The price per square meter starts from EGP 50,000 with a 5% down payment and installments up to 12 years interest-free.

• Castle Landmark Compound

Castle Landmark Compound by Castle Developments is located in the R7 Seventh District next to the Green River, with a design by the Egyptian-German consultancy OKO PLAN, powering 70% of its energy needs through solar power, making it one of the city’s leading green projects, with prices starting from EGP 4,500,000.

• Talah Compound

Talah Compound by New Plan Developments is located in the R7 Seventh Residential District over an area of 30 feddans, with a design by Add and EHAF architectural firms, featuring apartments and duplexes in diverse sizes with prices starting from EGP 5,800,000 and a 10% down payment.

• Zad Residence Compound

Zad Residence Compound is one of the largest projects in the Investors Area, located within the 800-feddan zone of the area, featuring 103 buildings of ground floor + 7 upper floors, targeting investors seeking ultra-flexible payment plans extending up to 16 years, with prices starting from EGP 4,800,000.

• Upmount Compound

In the R8 Eighth District, Upmount Compound by Empire State Developments stands on the highest natural point in the area, extending over 30 feddans and offering unique panoramic views, with the largest share allocated to green spaces, landscape, and artificial lagoons, with prices starting from EGP 7,000,000.

• De Joya 4 Compound

De Joya 4 Compound by Taj Misr Developments is the latest installment of the successful De Joya series in the New Administrative Capital, offering residential units with distinctive architectural designs and comprehensive services, with prices starting from EGP 6,800,000.

• Rose Vil Compound

Rose Vil Compound extends over 22 feddans with only 225 villas with areas starting from 207 square meters, designed by consultant Yasser El Beltagy, located in front of the Exhibition City and near an educational complex including 3 international schools and two accredited universities, with a 5% down payment, 10-year installments, and prices starting from EGP 11,000,000.

• Botanica Compound

Botanica Compound by New Generation Developments extends over 23 feddans at the heart of the New Administrative Capital, featuring a wide variety between apartments and duplexes, offering buyers seeking premium living an investment opportunity with prices starting from EGP 5,200,000.

• Lariva Compound

Lariva Compound is located in the R8 Eighth District of the New Administrative Capital, an integrated residential project close to the Financial District, the Iconic Tower, the Sokhna Road, and the Regional Ring Road, featuring a mini aqua park, swimming pools, a play area, restaurants, and cafes, with prices starting from EGP 5,300,000.

• Stella Park Compound

Stella Park Compound by Rafco Developments is located at the heart of the Investors Area directly on the Bin Zayed South axis, opposite Celia Compound by Talaat Moustafa, offering units with payment plans up to 10 years and prices starting from EGP 5,500,000.

• Defaf Compound

Defaf Compound enjoys a unique location next to Central Park, the largest open green area in the Capital, overlooking three main streets, one of which is a central axis leading directly to the Diplomatic Quarter, offering charming views of natural landscapes, with prices starting from EGP 6,500,000.

• Madai Compound

Madai Compound is located in the R8 Eighth District over an area of 36 feddans in Plot C2, ranking among the Capital’s most prominent recent launches with only a 10% down payment and flexible installments, with prices starting from EGP 5,000,000.

Commercial and Administrative Projects in the New Administrative Capital

Alongside residential compounds, the New Administrative Capital hosts a large number of malls and commercial and administrative projects, especially in the CBD and the Downtown area. The most prominent include Pyramids Mega Mall by Pyramids Developments, spanning 152 feddans and considered one of the largest commercial and entertainment projects in the city, alongside Pyramids City Mall and Grand Square Mall overlooking the Financial District directly.

Other distinguished commercial and administrative projects include Zaha Park Mall by Hometown Developments and Citadel Mall overlooking the Presidential Park, in addition to Sector Mall, Key Mall, ZaLink Mall, Nile Business City, West View Complex Mall, and Radix Agile Business Complex. These projects offer commercial, administrative, and medical units serving residents of surrounding compounds and employees of government entities and embassies.

Investment Advantages in the New Administrative Capital

The New Administrative Capital is currently the strongest investment destination in the Egyptian real estate market, combining guaranteed demand from government employees and embassy staff with continuous growth in unit values driven by major national projects. Below are the most prominent investment advantages:

• Accelerated Price Growth Since 2020: unit prices have risen between 30% and 50% over the past few years in select projects according to real estate brokerage reports, particularly following the relocation of government entities and the official inauguration on April 2, 2024.
• High Rental Yield: the city offers annual rental yields between 8% and 12% for residential rented units, and higher returns for administrative units leased to government and embassy employees.
• Guaranteed Demand from Government: the relocation of 34 ministries and major state entity headquarters generates sustained demand for nearby residential units, providing investors with quick rental opportunities and long-term security.
• National Mega-Projects Boosting Value: the Monorail, LRT, High-Speed Electric Train, and Capital International Airport are all projects that automatically elevate surrounding property values with every operational phase.
• Exceptionally Flexible Payment Plans: down payments start as low as 1.5% in some projects, with installments extending up to 16 years in compounds like Zad Residence, allowing investors to manage cash flow with high efficiency.

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Why Choose the New Administrative Capital?

The New Administrative Capital combines a strategic location east of Cairo connecting it to the Capital Airport, the heart of Cairo, and Ain Sokhna, alongside integrated smart infrastructure of world-class universities, hospitals, and malls, plus major national projects such as the Grand Mosque of Egypt, the Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ, the Iconic Tower, and the Green River, with hundreds of compounds suiting different tastes and budgets. All of this makes it the top destination for those seeking fourth-generation housing and secure investment in eastern Cairo.

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