Kentia Residence: Apartments from AED 172,000 in Ajman Uptown
GJ Real Estate and the Ajman Uptown Setting
Kentia Residence is an apartment development by GJ Real Estate, located within the Kentia sub-community in Ajman Uptown Villas. Ajman Uptown sits inland, roughly 15 minutes from Ajman's city centre. Emirates Road provides the main corridor southward toward Sharjah and Dubai. Residents can reach central Sharjah in around 20 to 30 minutes; getting to Dubai's business districts adds another 30 to 40 minutes on top of that.
This is a value-segment location by design. Ajman prices land well below both Sharjah and Dubai on an absolute basis, and Kentia Residence is priced accordingly. The case for buying here is built on affordable entry and community infrastructure, not address proximity to the major city centres.
AED 172K to AED 605K: What the Spread Tells You
Pricing runs from AED 172,000 at the low end to AED 605,000 at the top. A spread that wide points to a varied unit mix. Entry-level units around AED 172K to AED 250K are likely studios or compact one-bedrooms. These suit first-time buyers using the low capital threshold to get onto the ladder, and investors focused on yield from an affordable price point.
Units approaching AED 605,000 represent a different buyer: larger apartments, probably two-bedrooms, for buyers who want more living space while remaining within this community. The top of this range still sits firmly in the affordable tier for UAE residential apartments, which means even the higher-end units here attract a value-focused buyer rather than a premium-market profile.
The wide spread also means the building serves multiple segments simultaneously. Compact investment units and family-sized apartments will share the same amenities and community, which shapes the eventual tenant and resale pool.
Getting In for 5%
The payment structure is direct. 5% down payment at signing, then 95% payable during construction. No post-handover instalments.
| Stage | Amount |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 5% |
| During construction | 95% |
On the AED 172K entry unit, the 5% down works out to AED 8,600 to reserve a unit. That is a low capital requirement to enter a UAE property transaction. The full remaining balance falls within the construction period, so the cash outflow is entirely front-loaded before handover.
Apartments Within a Villa District
The only property type available at Kentia Residence is apartments. Ajman Uptown is predominantly a villa and townhouse district, making an apartment development here a specific niche. For buyers who want a planned-community environment at an apartment entry price, this project fills that gap. Investors targeting tenants who work in Ajman or commute to Sharjah may also find the apartment format more accessible at this price level than the larger villa alternatives in the same district.
Amenities
| Category | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Recreation | Infinity Pool, Landscaped Gardens |
| Fitness | Health Club |
| Family | Children's Play Area |
| Convenience | Covered Parking, Lobby in Building |
| Safety | Security |
Seven amenities at this price point puts Kentia Residence above a minimal offering. The infinity pool stands out in this amenity set. Alongside the health club and landscaped gardens, the set signals the developer is targeting residents who want a packaged lifestyle environment, not just accommodation. The children's play area and covered parking confirm that families and long-term occupiers are the primary target profile.
Construction Timeline
GJ Real Estate started construction in January 2025, with an expected completion of September 2025. That date has now passed. Buyers entering the project at this stage are looking at a development that is past its originally scheduled handover date.