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| Location | Plot A1, R8, New Capital |
|---|---|
| Unit areas | Starting from 120 m² |
| Start Price | 7,200,000 EGP |
| Payment Plan | 5% Down Payment , 10 Years Installments |
| Project Type | Residential , |
| Developer | Master Builder Group |
| Unit types | Apartments , Standalone Villas , Townhouse , |
| Sales number of Master Builder Group | 01128009341 (Click the number to call) |
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Diplo East New Capital Compound sits on Plot 1A in the R8 residential district, directly facing the Diplomatic District, home to 190 diplomatic missions and the United Nations building, with panoramic views over the Green River.
The project is developed by MBG Developments Master Builder Group and secured Ministerial Decree No. 216 of 2026.
Its European classic design is signed by Yasser El Beltagy and Hany Saad, and it combines standalone villas, townhouses, garden villas, and apartments in a low-density community.
Prices start from EGP 7,200,000 for a two-bedroom apartment, with a 5% down payment and interest-free installments of up to 10 years.
Diplo East New Capital Compound
The booking deposit is fully refundable, and delivery is scheduled for April 2029.
The Meaning Behind the Diplo East Name
“Diplo” is short for Diplomatic, a reference to the Diplomatic District the project overlooks, while “East” points to its position east of the embassies district.
In short, the name describes the address before anything else.
The developer sums up the concept in its slogan, “A Life Within a Life… Privacy Redefined”: a quiet, low-density residential community inside one of the busiest and most diplomatically active areas of the capital.
A Detailed Overview of Diplo East
Diplo East is built on the idea of combining European classic character with low residential density.
Buildings cover no more than 17% of the land, while the rest goes to landscaping, artificial lakes, and walkways, placing the project among the lowest-density compounds in the capital.
MBG assigned the architectural design to Yasser El Beltagy Architects (YBA) and the interior design to Hany Saad Innovations, while EHAF handles engineering consultancy.
It is the same team the developer has worked with on its previous projects.
According to the ministerial decree, the master plan splits units 70% villas and 30% apartment buildings.
The villa zone sits on the left side of the project and the apartment zone on the right, with a central commercial and services area between them that residents can reach from any direction.
The apartment buildings follow a standalone building system rising ground plus 8 floors, with a maximum of 4 to 5 units per floor.
Each apartment therefore gets two or more facades and an open view instead of the long corridors typical of high-density blocks.
The project is surrounded by roads 80 meters wide to the north, 70 meters to the south and west, and 40 meters to the east.
Two main entrances from the north and south, plus side entrances, prevent congestion at any single gate.
The design follows environmental sustainability standards, from orienting buildings to make the most of natural ventilation to saving energy and using eco-friendly building materials. Residents will feel the difference in their monthly running costs after handover.
Construction began after the ministerial decree was issued, with MBG injecting more than EGP 500,000,000 into Diplo East construction during 2026, as part of a EGP 3,500,000,000 plan to accelerate work across all its projects.
MBG has also announced the launch of the project’s second phase during 2026, with new villa designs and a variety of layouts, a signal to current buyers that demand continues and prices move with each phase.
Diplo East Master Plan
Diplo East New Capital Details Table
| Item | Details |
| Project Name | Diplo East New Capital |
| Developer | MBG Developments (Master Builder Group) |
| Management | Dr. Mahmoud El Adl — Chairman Dr. Amr El Adl — Vice Chairman and CEO |
| Consultants | YBA Yasser El Beltagy — Hany Saad Innovations — EHAF |
| Location | Plot 1A — R8 residential district — directly facing the Diplomatic District |
| Total Area | 65 feddans |
| Built-Up Ratio | 17% |
| Green Areas & Landscape | 83% |
| Unit Distribution | 70% villas — 30% apartment buildings |
| Number of Units | Around 1,331 units |
| Building Height | Ground + 8 floors (4 to 5 units per floor) |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary European classic |
| Unit Types | Apartments – Garden villas – Townhouses – Standalone villas |
| Unit Areas | From 120 sqm to 398 sqm |
| Prices Start From | EGP 7,200,000 |
| Price Per Square Meter | From EGP 58,000/sqm for apartments |
| Payment Plans | 5% down over 10 years — or 10% down over 8 years with up to 10% discount |
| Booking Deposit | EGP 50,000 for apartments — EGP 100,000 for villas (refundable) |
| Delivery Date | April 2029 |
| Finishing Type | Semi-finished apartments and garden villas — unfinished townhouses and standalone villas |
| License | Ministerial Decree No. 216 of 2026 |
For the latest prices and to book a site visit, call the Diplo East Compound hotline: +201128009341
Diplo East New Capital Location
Plot 1A lies in the R8 residential district of the New Administrative Capital, as the first residential plot on the Central Axis from the Diplomatic District side.
It effectively acts as R8’s gateway onto the embassies district.
The project overlooks the Diplomatic District, which hosts 190 diplomatic missions, the United Nations building, the Diplomatic University, and the Diplomatic Club.
On the other side, it looks out over the Green River, the capital’s largest natural green space.
The site connects to the Central Axis and both the north and south sections of the Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis, and sits close to the 73-feddan Sports City.
The Government District, the Iconic Tower, and the Central Business District are all a short drive away.
The project is surrounded by international schools, universities, and medical centers, while the monorail and high-speed electric train link the capital to East Cairo, lifting the value of districts close to the main axes as operations come online.
This location gives residents a rare advantage in the New Capital.
The Diplomatic District is by nature low-density and secured around the clock, which brings a level of calm and safety to the neighborhoods right next to it that busier commercial areas cannot match.
Diplo East Location
Landmarks Near Diplo East
| Landmark | Driving Time |
| Green River | 2 minutes |
| Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis | 2 minutes |
| Diplomatic District and UN building | 3 minutes |
| Cathedral of the Nativity | 4 minutes |
| Al Masa Hotel | 5 minutes |
| Government District | 5 minutes |
| Capital International Airport | 10 minutes |
| Expo City | 11 minutes |
| Medical City and the Opera House | 12 minutes |
| Iconic Tower and Central Business District | 13 minutes |
| Al Fattah Al Aleem Mosque | 15 minutes |
Compounds Neighboring Diplo East
Diplo East is located in R8, one of the capital’s closest residential districts to the Diplomatic District and Capital International Airport, home to several low-density compounds near the Green River.
One of its closest neighbors is Rose Vil Residence New Capital, a villas-only community on 22 feddans with 225 villas ranging from townhouses and twin houses to quattro and standalone villas.
It is designed by Yasser El Beltagy’s office as well, with areas starting from 207 sqm.
In the same district, Defaf by DIG sits next to Central Park, with frontage on three main streets, one of them the Central Axis leading straight to the Diplomatic District.
Meanwhile, The Islands New Capital spans 36 feddans in R8, with prices from EGP 4,250,000 and installments of up to 14 years, a more affordable option in the same area.
Diplo East stands apart from these projects as the first plot on the Central Axis from the Diplomatic District side.
While most R8 compounds sit deeper inside the district, Diplo East faces the embassies and the Green River directly.
Unit Types, Areas, and Prices at Diplo East
Units range from two-bedroom apartments for small families to standalone villas of 398 sqm, and all overlook landscaping, artificial lakes, or the Diplomatic District.
The prices below are installment prices.
Apartment and Garden Villa Prices
| Unit Type | Area (sqm) | Price Starts From |
| 2-Bedroom Apartment | 120 sqm | EGP 7,200,000 |
| 3-Bedroom Apartment | 150 – 175 sqm | EGP 8,700,000 |
| Garden Villa (4-bedroom duplex) | 235 sqm | EGP 16,035,500 |
Larger three-bedroom apartments reach EGP 12,250,000, and garden villas go up to EGP 17,269,000 depending on location. Dividing price by area, apartments start from about EGP 58,000/sqm.
Diplo East Apartments, New Administrative Capital
The garden villa is a middle ground between an apartment and a villa: a four-bedroom duplex with a private garden on the ground floors of the buildings.
It gives families villa-sized space and garden privacy at a price well below a townhouse, delivered semi-finished.
Townhouse and Standalone Villa Prices
| Unit Type | Area (sqm) | Garden (sqm) | Price |
| Townhouse Middle | 175 sqm | 49 sqm | EGP 16,675,000 |
| Townhouse Corner | 180 sqm | 120 sqm | EGP 19,550,000 |
| Townhouse Middle | 215 sqm | 62 sqm | EGP 18,630,000 |
| Townhouse Corner | 220 sqm | 131 sqm | EGP 22,425,000 |
| Townhouse Middle | 250 sqm | 81 sqm | EGP 22,080,000 |
| Standalone Villa | 300 sqm | 200 sqm | EGP 37,900,000 |
| Large Standalone Villa | 398 sqm | Depends on plot | EGP 46,000,000 |
Townhouse prices depend more on location than size.
The 220 sqm corner unit costs more than the 250 sqm middle unit because its garden reaches 131 sqm, while the large standalone villa goes up to EGP 49,450,000 depending on location.
Units in Diplo East Compound
For available units, call the Diplo East New Capital hotline: +201128009341
Payment Plans and Installments at Diplo East
MBG offers three interest-free payment plans, letting buyers choose between the lowest possible down payment or a direct discount on the price in exchange for a higher down payment and a shorter term.
| Down Payment | Installment Period | Discount |
| 5% | 10 years | — |
| 10% | 8 years | 5% |
| 10% | 8 years | 10% (depending on unit and offer) |
For example, a 5% down payment on the two-bedroom apartment means a first payment of just EGP 360,000, while a 10% discount cuts the same apartment’s price by about EGP 720,000 in exchange for a higher down payment and a term two years shorter.
The 5% plan over 10 years suits buyers who want the lowest possible monthly commitment, while the discount plan suits those with more liquidity who want to lower the total price, especially on villas, where the discount can reach millions of pounds.
The booking deposit is EGP 50,000 for apartments and EGP 100,000 for villas, fully refundable, and a special cash discount is available through the sales team depending on the unit.
Delivery Dates at Diplo East
MBG has set April 2029 as the delivery date, after completing infrastructure, external finishes, and service areas.
The date is backed by the ministerial decree issued in 2026 and the construction investment that started flowing the same year.
Apartments and garden villas are delivered semi-finished, while townhouses and standalone villas are delivered unfinished, so owners can complete the interiors to their own taste, a common approach for large villas whose owners prefer to choose their own materials.
Facilities and Services at Diplo East
Services are concentrated in a central commercial and services area, roughly equidistant from the villa and apartment zones, with three elements that set Diplo East apart from most projects in the district.
Smart Facility Management
MBG uses smart systems to monitor electricity and water consumption and optimize operations, along with 360-degree surveillance cameras across the project, electronic gates with dedicated owner access codes, fire alarm systems, and high-speed internet covering the entire compound.
Artificial Lakes and Landscaping on 83% of the Land
Artificial lakes, fountains, and waterfalls are spread across the project so that most units overlook them.
Walking and cycling paths, along with meditation and yoga areas, link them together, turning the open space into a connected network rather than scattered gardens.
Clubhouse and Co-Working Spaces
The clubhouse includes fully equipped gyms, a variety of courts, a spa, sauna, and jacuzzi, plus co-working spaces for business people and remote workers, a fitting addition for a neighborhood where many residents work at embassies and international organizations.
There are also separate swimming pools for adults and children, padel, tennis, and football courts, shaded and safe play areas for kids, and underground garages with a private parking space for every unit.
Core Services at Diplo East
| Category | Available Services |
| Security | 24/7 security, 360-degree cameras, coded access gates, fire alarms |
| Sports & Recreation | Pools for adults and kids, gym, padel, tennis and football courts, jogging and cycling tracks |
| Commercial | Supermarket, restaurants and cafes, pharmacy, shops |
| Family Leisure | Kids’ play areas, clubhouse, spa, sauna and jacuzzi, yoga areas |
| Green Areas | Gardens, artificial lakes, fountains and waterfalls, walkways |
| Parking | Underground garages, private parking for each unit |
| Maintenance | Routine maintenance and cleaning, property management, emergency technical support |
Services of Diplo East Compound
Advantages of Living at Diplo East
The first thing that sets living here apart is the neighborhood.
The project is 3 minutes from the Diplomatic District and the UN building, an advantage only a handful of plots in R8 can offer.
A built-up ratio of 17%, with a maximum of 4 to 5 units per floor, delivers genuine privacy, as more than 54 feddans of the project are given over to open space, lakes, and walkways.
The master plan separates the villa zone from the apartment zone, so villa owners’ privacy is never affected by apartment density, while both enjoy the same services in the central area.
With the Green River on one side and the Diplomatic District on the other, most units enjoy a permanently open view, since what faces them is green space or low-rise diplomatic buildings rather than closely packed residential blocks.
The European classic facades also age better over time.
Classic lines keep their visual appeal for longer than passing architectural trends, which protects the unit’s value at resale.
Advantages of Living in Diplo East Compound
Investment Advantages at Diplo East
The first factor is rental demand from diplomats and international staff.
With 190 diplomatic missions and the UN building minutes away, the area attracts tenants on long leases with strong ability to pay.
The second factor is licensing.
Ministerial Decree No. 216 of 2026, together with construction backed by more than EGP 500,000,000 in investment, reduces the risk of buying into a relatively new project.
The third factor is international marketing.
MBG markets Diplo East to investors in the United States, France, Poland, and the Gulf, broadening the resale demand base beyond the local market.
The second-phase launch in 2026 adds an edge for phase-one buyers, since each new phase is usually released at higher prices, lifting the value of units contracted early.
A 5% down payment with interest-free installments over 10 years lets investors benefit from the unit’s full value growth while spreading their commitment over a long period.
The range of units, from two-bedroom apartments to the largest villas, supports different strategies. Smaller apartments suit renting to embassy and government staff, while villas suit long-term holding as land value grows in an area with little remaining supply facing the Diplomatic District.
About MBG Developments
MBG Developments (Master Builder Group) has operated in the Egyptian market for more than 23 years.
It is chaired by Dr. Mahmoud El Adl, a board member of the Egyptian Handball Federation, while Dr. Amr El Adl serves as Vice Chairman and CEO.
The company has delivered more than 21,000 units across residential, commercial, administrative, and medical projects, with investments exceeding EGP 30,000,000,000, and was among the first developers to enter the New Capital through its Pukka project in the Investors Area.
Its current portfolio includes six major projects, four of them in the New Capital.
MBG has also launched a strategy to export Egyptian real estate to investors in the US, Europe, and the Gulf.
Doray Bay in Ras El Bar spans 42 feddans with 2,000 residential, commercial, and hotel units and investments of EGP 10,000,000,000, developed in partnership with the New Urban Communities Authority.
Meanwhile, work on Pukka in the capital is nearing completion after investments exceeding EGP 1,000,000,000, a record that reflects the company’s ability to run several projects at once.
MBG Developments Track Record
| Project | Location | Type |
| Pukka | New Capital — Investors Area | Residential — 41 feddans |
| Pukka Walk | New Capital | Commercial |
| White 14 Tower | New Capital — Downtown | Commercial and administrative |
| River Green | New Capital | Medical and administrative |
| Doray Bay | Ras El Bar | Integrated coastal — 42 feddans — 2,000 units |
Similar Projects in the New Capital on Our Website
There are no other MBG projects on our website yet, so here are three projects that share Diplo East’s proximity to the Diplomatic District or its classic character.
Just 300 meters from the Diplomatic District, on Plot I2 in R7, The Loft New Capital is managed by UAE-based EFS with smart services from Vodafone.
For buyers who prefer European classic design, Garden City New Capital offers a mix of apartments and villas with a design that blends classic and contemporary around green spaces.
Meanwhile, Al Maqsad by City Edge faces the Iconic Tower on 211 feddans, with fully finished, ready-to-move villas and apartments.
Diplo East New Capital at a Glance
The key points the project rests on:
- Plot 1A directly facing the Diplomatic District and the UN building, overlooking the Green River.
- 65 feddans with a 17% built-up ratio and 70% of units as villas.
- A ministerial decree issued in 2026, with construction backed by more than EGP 500,000,000.
- Units from 120 sqm to 398 sqm with prices from EGP 7,200,000.
- A 5% down payment with interest-free installments up to 10 years, and delivery in April 2029.
Diplo East New Capital
Book a call with a specialist property advisor to learn about available units and arrange a site visit on the Diplo East Compound hotline: +201128009341
Available daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Diplo East sits on Plot 1A in the R8 residential district of the New Administrative Capital, directly facing the Diplomatic District and the UN building, with views over the Green River.
The project spans 65 feddans with a built-up ratio of just 17%, while 83% of the land is dedicated to landscaping and artificial lakes.
Prices start from EGP 7,200,000 for a 120 sqm two-bedroom apartment and EGP 8,700,000 for a three-bedroom apartment, while garden villas start from EGP 16,035,500.
Townhouses start from EGP 16,675,000, standalone villas of 300 sqm are priced at EGP 37,900,000, and large 398 sqm villas start from EGP 46,000,000.
Buyers can choose a 5% down payment over 10 years, or 10% down over 8 years with a discount of up to 10%, all interest-free.
Yes. The project secured Ministerial Decree No. 216 of 2026, and construction has started with investments exceeding EGP 500 million.
Delivery is scheduled for April 2029, with apartments and garden villas semi-finished and townhouses and standalone villas unfinished.
Diplo East is developed by MBG Developments, chaired by Dr. Mahmoud El Adl, whose portfolio includes Pukka, White 14 Tower, River Green, and Doray Bay.
You can reach the Diplo East New Capital sales team on +201128009341
You can reach the MBG Developments sales team on +201128009341
