New Cairo is divided into 14 neighborhoods, the most famous of which is the Fifth Settlement. The rest of neighborhoods are Al-Nargis, Southern Investors, Al-Andalus, Lotus, Al-Banafsig, Northern Investors, El Yasmine, South of Academy, El Koronful, Tamr Henna, Abu Al Hawl, Beit El Watan and New Al-Nargis.
The residential apartments in the South of Academy Neighborhood are relatively the most expensive, as they are directly located across the famous Cairo Festival Mall. South of Academy is architecturally designed to be a villa-only neighborhood and divided into 7 zones that are alphabetically ordered as: A, B, C, D, E, F, and G.
The average price per square meter is about EGP 19,600, and the average price per square meter for apartments is about EGP 10,400.
Location of South of Academy in New Cairo
South of Academy is named with such a name as it is bordered to the north by the Police Academy and to the south it overlooks the 90th Street; the most famous street in the Fifth Settlement.
South of Academy is the most expensive neighborhood in New Cairo, as it is directly located across the Cairo Festival Mall and a short distance away from Petrosport Club.
The Neighborhood also enjoys a geographical location that is close to some famous landmarks, such as Citibank, the Housing and Development Bank, the American International School (AIS), Nestle Egypt Company, the Air Force Specialized Hospital, and the Downtown Mall.
Details about Properties in South of Academy
South of Academy Neighborhood offers a variety of residential properties, including apartments, townhouses, villas, duplexes, penthouses, apartment buildings, and whole floors.
Prices of properties vary according to the zone within the Neighborhood. A Zone is the most expensive because it is suitable for the aristocratic classes, where the average unit price is about EGP 2,000,000.
In the second place, the two C and G Zones come, as they are attractive to investors due to their strategic location. The average unit price in these two zones is EGP 1,400,000. Afterwards, the E Zone comes, as its prices are suitable for those who want to obtain housing in a high-end area at good prices. The average price per square meter is approximately EGP 6,000. Then the F Zone comes, where areas of units range from 400 to 1,000 square meters.
Available Services in South of Academy
South of Academy provides all services that the resident or visitor might need. The Neighborhood is distinguished by its location that qualifies it to be the second after the Fifth Settlement in terms of sophistication and luxury. These services are as follows:
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The Neighborhood is connected to major roads and axes that make it easy to go to the neighboring cities, such as Heliopolis, Maadi, Nasr City and the New Administrative Capital
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There are vital services, such as petrol stations, and shops
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Places of worship, such as the Police Mosque and Hassan El Sharbatli Mosque
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Private garages
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Daily cleaning service
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Recreational, educational, and medical services
Educational Services and Schools in and Around South of Academy
Availability of schools and universities in an area is a distinguishing advantage. So, South of Academy Neighborhood has many schools and is close to some prestigious universities in New Cairo. For example, the European School, the Canadian School, the American International School (AIS), Hayat International School, the American University in Cairo (AUC), the Canadian International College (CIC) and the German University in Cairo (GUC).
Clinics, Hospitals, and Pharmacies in South of Academy
All medical services are available in South of Academy. Medical institutions are distinguished by quality, experienced medical staff and the latest equipment and devices. For example, there are Police Hospital, Air Force Specialized Hospital and New Cairo Hospital.
Commercial Areas, Shops, and Entertainment Venues in South of Academy
Recreational services in South of Academy attract investors and residents as well. These services include Cairo Festival Mall, Downtown Mall, Life Mall, Three Skies Mall and First Mall.
These malls include:
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Shops with the most famous international brands
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Restaurants offering the most delicious meals
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High-level cinema complexes
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An amusement park for kids
There are also sports and social clubs, such as Katameya Club and Petrosport Club. Also, there are fitness centers with highly qualified trainers, such as Fit Academy, Fight Club New Cairo and B-Fit. Besides, there is also a plantation for natural plants, to encourage residents to increase the green space inside their homes.
Main Roads and Transportation Network
South of Academy is distinguished by availability of 24-hour transportation, which facilitates movement to and from it. There are public and private means of transportation, such as Uber and Careem. Also, there are:
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Double-decker air-conditioned bus line, Line 2
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Air-conditioned Egypt transportation lines: M5, M6
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505 line
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Lines from the Royal Stop: 1124, 1062 and 1152
Areas and Types of Properties in the South of Academy
South of Academy has apartments with spacious areas and villas with additional services, such as swimming pools, private gardens and garages.
Advantages of Residing in the South of Academy
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A distinguished geographical location, which makes it one of the most upscale neighborhoods of New Cairo
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A good architectural planning with areas designated for green spaces
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Availability of all entertainment, commercial, educational and medical services
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A strong public transport network and private means of transportation
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Proximity to international schools and prestigious universities
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Fresh air, distance from the crowdedness of Cairo, availability of all services and low population density
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Variety of types of units, as there are apartments and villas with different areas, distinctive designs and finished or semi-finished finishes
The Most Important Compounds in New Cairo
The South Academy neighborhood and its environs are distinguished by the presence of high-end compounds with unique characteristics, which attracts the aristocracy to settle in the New Cairo neighborhoods, and attracts businessmen to invest in new projects within the area.
Examples of compounds that enjoy high popularity and valuation are:
All these residential complexes provide additional services such as: trained security men, public and private swimming pools, sports and social clubs, in addition to indoor green spaces.
