New Administrative Capital | Projects & Prices 2026

What Is the New Administrative Capital?

Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, also promoted officially as the New Capital, is a large smart-city development approximately 45 kilometers east of Cairo. It contains the Government District, Central Business District, residential neighborhoods, the Diplomatic District, Knowledge City, Sports City, universities, hospitals, parks, religious landmarks, hotels, commercial centers and private real estate projects.

Administrative Capital for Urban Development, or ACUD, currently reports a total New Capital area of approximately 230,000 feddans, an expected population of approximately 8–10 million people and approximately 70% completion of Phase One.

The current Estate View area page displays 31 projects and an indicative starting figure of approximately EGP 35,000 per square meter. This figure should not be treated as one market average because the listed developments include apartments, villas, retail shops, offices, clinics, hotel apartments and mixed-use towers.

New Administrative Capital Overview

The New Administrative Capital is a government-led urban development created to provide a new governmental, financial, residential, technological and cultural center east of Greater Cairo.

Construction began during the previous decade, while ACUD was established in 2016 to lead the city’s planning, land development, infrastructure, investment and operational services.

The city is not one private compound and is not controlled by a single residential developer. It contains government-owned districts, ACUD-managed land, projects by the Ministry of Housing, developments by City Edge and numerous private residential, commercial and hospitality projects.

Government institutions, employees, businesses, students, residents and service providers have begun operating from the city. However, development remains phased, and the completion, occupancy and service level of one district should not be applied automatically to every part of the New Capital.

What Are the Main Facts About the New Administrative Capital?

Common English name	New Administrative Capital
Current official brand	New Capital
Arabic name	العاصمة الإدارية الجديدة
Development authority	Administrative Capital for Urban Development – ACUD
ACUD establishment	2016
Approximate location	Approximately 45 km east of Cairo
Current official total area	Approximately 230,000 feddans
Earlier master-plan figure	Approximately 170,000 feddans
Current official Phase One progress indicator	Approximately 70% completion
Expected population	Approximately 8–10 million people
Education institutions	More than 20 according to the current ACUD city profile
Green River	Approximately 35 km of continuous planned green space
Iconic Tower height	Approximately 385 meters
Operational rail connection	Light Rail Transit – LRT
Monorail status	Under development; public operation should be confirmed officially
Current Estate View project count	31 projects
Current Estate View price indicator	Starting from approximately EGP 35,000 per square meter
Main property categories	Apartments, studios, duplexes, penthouses, townhouses, twin houses, villas, offices, clinics, shops and hotel apartments

Is the New Administrative Capital 170,000 or 230,000 Feddans?

Both figures appear in public content because they refer to different stages and scopes of the city’s development.

The 170,000-feddan figure was widely used for the earlier master plan and remains on several older government, media and real estate pages.

ACUD’s current official platform reports a total New Capital area of approximately 230,000 feddans. This is the more suitable figure for a page describing the current total city plan in 2026.

Estate View should therefore present 230,000 feddans as the current total area, while explaining that 170,000 feddans represents an earlier or narrower planning scope rather than describing it as a simple error.

Where Is the New Administrative Capital Located?

The New Capital is located approximately 45 kilometers east of Cairo, between Greater Cairo and the Suez–Ain Sokhna development corridor.

It is positioned near New Cairo, Mostakbal City, Badr City and the Cairo–Suez and Cairo–Ain Sokhna road networks. The exact distance from a property in Cairo depends on the departure point and the selected New Capital district.

Approximate Connections

Approximately 45 km east of central Cairo according to ACUD.
Accessible from New Cairo through Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis.
Connected with the Middle Ring Road and Regional Ring Road.
Accessible through Cairo–Suez Road.
Accessible through Cairo–Ain Sokhna Road and regional connections.
Connected with Badr City, Mostakbal City and East Cairo.
Served by Capital International Airport.
Served by the operating Light Rail Transit system.

Travel times shown in property advertisements are approximate. A buyer should test the journey to the exact project entrance during normal workdays and peak traffic.

What Are the Main Districts of the New Administrative Capital?

The New Capital contains residential, government, diplomatic, financial, cultural, educational, sports and investment districts. Each district serves a different property and occupancy profile.

District	Main focus	Typical property categories
Government District	Ministries, public authorities and administrative institutions	Government and supporting administrative buildings
Central Business District	Corporate, financial, hotel and high-rise activity	Offices, hotels, branded residences and mixed-use towers
Financial and Business District	Banks, companies, professional services and investment	Offices, retail, clinics and business projects
Downtown	Retail, offices, medical, hotel and entertainment activities	Shops, offices, clinics, hotel apartments and mixed-use malls
R3	Early residential and government-supported housing	Apartments, villas and ready residential communities
R5	Residential neighborhood with traditional architectural influences	Apartments and residential buildings
R7	Major private residential-compound district	Apartments, duplexes, townhouses and villas
R8	Residential compounds and supporting commercial services	Apartments, studios, duplexes and villas
MU23	Mixed-use connection zone between residential neighborhoods	Retail, offices, clinics and service units
Diplomatic District	Embassies and diplomatic missions	Diplomatic, residential and supporting service buildings
Knowledge City	Technology, innovation, education and communications	Educational, research and technology facilities
Sports City	Stadiums, training and major sports events	Sports, hospitality and supporting service facilities

What Is the Government District?

The Government District contains ministry headquarters, the Council of Ministers, public authorities and supporting government offices. It is one of the primary activity generators inside the city.

ACUD’s current official contact address is within the Government District, confirming that the district is not merely a future master-plan component.

Why Does the Government District Matter to Property Buyers?

Creates daily employee and visitor movement.
Supports demand for transport, retail and professional services.
Can support demand for nearby offices and serviced accommodation.
May support longer-term residential demand from employees and contractors.
Increases the importance of parking and road access around nearby projects.

Proximity to the Government District does not guarantee rental demand or resale appreciation. The project’s actual distance, operation, price and accessibility remain important.

What Is the Central Business District?

The Central Business District, commonly called the CBD, is the New Capital’s high-rise financial and corporate zone. It contains office towers, residential towers, hotel components and the Iconic Tower.

ACUD reports the Iconic Tower at approximately 385 meters, making it the most prominent part of the New Capital skyline.

CBD Property Considerations

Higher tower-management and common-area costs.
Dependence on elevators, parking and building systems.
Different hotel, office and residential operating models.
Potential premiums for floor height and protected views.
Different delivery and operation dates between buildings.
Need to review parking allocations and visitor access.

What Is the Green River in the New Capital?

The Green River is a long park and landscaped corridor extending through important parts of the New Capital. ACUD’s virtual city information describes approximately 35 kilometers of continuous green space.

It is not a natural flowing river. The name refers to the connected parks, landscaped areas, pedestrian spaces and recreation zones planned across the city.

What Should a Buyer Check About a Green River View?

Whether the view is direct or across another plot.
The exact park phase facing the property.
Whether future buildings can affect the view.
The distance from the project entrance to the park.
Whether the relevant park section is operational.
Whether the view is written in the contract and unit plan.

What Is the Difference Between R3, R5, R7 and R8?

R3 District

R3 is one of the early residential districts and contains government-supported developments and projects such as Al Maqsad Residence. It can suit buyers seeking ready or near-ready homes closer to established city activity.

R5 District

R5 is known for residential buildings and architectural planning influenced by traditional Egyptian styles. Availability and finishing differ between developments.

R7 District

R7 is one of the largest private-compound areas and contains projects such as Rivan, Capital Heights 1, IL Bosco and Castle Landmark.

R7 projects differ significantly in size, finishing, delivery, density, green areas and payment plans. The district name alone is not enough to value a unit.

R8 District

R8 contains residential compounds, landscaped areas, a tourist promenade and supporting commercial projects. Several developments offer apartments, studios, duplexes and villas.

How Should the Districts Be Compared?

Current road access and project entrance.
Delivery and occupancy.
Distance from daily services.
Building density and landscaping.
Finishing level.
Maintenance and club charges.
Available schools, clinics and retail.
Price per square meter for comparable property types.

What Is Downtown New Capital?

Downtown is one of the New Capital’s most active investment districts, containing commercial, administrative, medical, hotel and entertainment developments.

Projects in Downtown should not automatically be classified as residential. A mixed-use tower may contain shops, offices, clinics and hotel apartments, each with different prices, licenses, finishing, operation and investment risks.

Important Downtown Buying Factors

Permitted unit activity.
Ground, podium or upper-floor location.
Retail frontage and visibility.
Office finishing and air-conditioning.
Medical licensing and patient access.
Hotel operator and management agreement.
Parking and loading.
Expected delivery and opening dates.
Facility-management and operating charges.
Actual surrounding occupancy.

How Can You Reach the New Administrative Capital?

Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis

Mohamed Bin Zayed Axis is one of the city’s most important internal and external connections. Projects often describe their location relative to its northern or southern sections.

Regional Ring Road

The Regional Ring Road connects the city with major eastern and regional routes, including Badr City and surrounding development corridors.

Middle Ring Road

The Middle Ring Road supports connections with New Cairo, East Cairo and other Greater Cairo districts.

Cairo–Suez Road

Cairo–Suez Road is a major approach from Cairo and connects with roads serving Badr City and the New Capital.

Capital International Airport

Capital International Airport serves the New Capital and surrounding eastern development areas. Buyers should measure the actual road distance from the selected project rather than relying on a general “near the airport” claim.

Is the Light Rail Transit Operating to the New Capital?

Yes. Egypt’s Light Rail Transit system is an operating electric rail connection serving the New Capital and several eastern cities.

The official national-project profile describes the wider LRT system as approximately 103 kilometers with 19 stations. It connects with Cairo Metro Line 3 at Adly Mansour Central Station and extends toward Badr City, 10th of Ramadan and the New Capital.

Service details, operating hours and the most suitable station should be confirmed before each journey.

Is the New Administrative Capital Monorail Operating?

The East Nile Monorail should currently be described as a transport project under development, not as a fully operating public service.

The official route is planned to extend approximately 54 kilometers through 21 stations, linking the Stadium station area with New Cairo and the New Capital.

Buyers should not choose a unit solely because an advertisement claims it is close to a future monorail station. The purchase should remain practical using the operating road and LRT networks.

Is the New Administrative Capital Suitable for Year-Round Living?

The New Capital is intended for permanent residence, government work, education, business and daily services. It is not a seasonal destination.

Actual convenience depends on the selected district and project. A ready home in an occupied neighborhood can provide a different experience from an off-plan unit in an early construction phase.

Factors Supporting Permanent Living

Government institutions and employees.
Operational road and LRT connections.
Schools and universities.
Hospitals and medical services.
Shopping and daily retail.
Religious and cultural facilities.
Sports and entertainment destinations.
Residential compounds and government neighborhoods.
Smart infrastructure and digital services.

What Should Residents Verify?

Actual occupancy of the project and surrounding district.
Operating supermarkets, pharmacies and clinics.
School and nursery access.
Public transport and private commuting time.
Internet, mobile coverage and utilities.
Maintenance and security operation.
Construction noise around the building.
Current rather than planned commercial services.

What Services and Landmarks Are Available?

Government and Business

Government District and ministries.
Parliament and public institutions.
Central Business District.
Financial and Business District.
Private office and corporate towers.
Banks and professional services.

Education and Technology

More than 20 education institutions according to ACUD’s current profile.
Universities and international schools.
Knowledge City.
Technology and research facilities.
Nurseries and local education services.

Culture and Religion

City of Arts and Culture.
Opera and theater facilities.
Masjid Misr and Islamic Cultural Center.
Al-Fattah Al-Alim Mosque.
Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ.
Museums, galleries and public spaces.

Sports and Recreation

Egypt International Olympic City.
Egypt Stadium.
Sports clubs and training facilities.
Green River parks.
Walking and cycling routes.
Private compound clubs and swimming pools.

Smart-City Services

Fiber-optic infrastructure.
City command and operations centers.
CCTV and central security monitoring.
Smart meters and utility management.
Smart irrigation and waste-management systems.
Smart parking and electric-vehicle infrastructure.
Digital government and resident services.

What Property Types Are Available in the New Capital?

Property type	Common purpose	Important checks
Studio	Individuals, serviced living and lower entry budgets	Net area, finishing, occupancy and management rules
Apartment	Permanent residence and long-term rental	Bedrooms, floor, view, delivery and maintenance
Duplex or penthouse	Larger families and premium residential use	Internal stairs, terrace, roof rights and usable area
Townhouse	Family villa-style living	Land share, garden, parking and shared walls
Twin house	More privacy and outdoor space	Shared wall, land area and orientation
Standalone villa	Premium residential ownership	Land, finishing, maintenance and delivery
Administrative office	Companies and professional services	Finishing, parking, loading percentage and operation
Retail shop	Brands, food, services and commercial investment	Frontage, floor, footfall, permitted use and delivery
Medical clinic	Doctors and healthcare services	Licensing, patient access, elevators and utilities
Hotel apartment	Managed hospitality and serviced accommodation	Operator, furniture, owner use, fees and revenue terms

What Are New Administrative Capital Property Prices in 2026?

The New Capital does not have one reliable city-wide property price. Residential compounds, ready homes, Downtown offices, ground-floor shops, clinics and hotel apartments cannot be valued through one rate.

Estate View currently displays an area-level indicator beginning from approximately EGP 35,000 per square meter. It should be presented as a broad historical or entry indicator rather than a current average for every property.

Current Selected Project Price Examples

Project	Closest current price guidance	Property focus
Nuzul Tower	From approximately EGP 3.15M for a small office	Retail, administrative, medical and hotel
Taj Tower	From approximately EGP 5M	Retail and administrative tower
Nile Business City	From approximately EGP 10M	Retail, administrative and hotel tower
Al Maqsad Residence	From approximately EGP 5M	Apartments and villas
Rivan	Selected serviced studios from approximately EGP 4.8M; standard apartments generally from around EGP 8.1M	Residential and serviced residences
Grand Square Mall	Selected offices reported from approximately EGP 2.2M; current card displays EGP 4M	Retail, administrative and medical
Midtown Sky	From approximately EGP 4.5M	Residential compound
Pyramids City	From approximately EGP 4.6M	Residential and mixed-use development
RI8 Compound	From approximately EGP 4.1M	Residential compound
Capital Heights 1	Current project header approximately EGP 7.113M; internal market guidance mentions lower selected levels	Apartments and duplexes
Capital Heights 2	From approximately EGP 8.639M	Residential apartments
IL Bosco	From approximately EGP 5.5M	Apartments, studios and villas
Track 15 Mall	From approximately EGP 2.7M	Retail, administrative and medical
Castle Landmark	From approximately EGP 8M	Residential compound
Serrano	From approximately EGP 3.2M	Residential compound
Botanica	From approximately EGP 3.5M	Residential compound

These figures represent selected current project guidance, not a complete market minimum or average. Inventory, finishing, floor, area and payment terms can change the actual price substantially.

What Affects New Capital Prices?

Residential, retail, office, medical or hospitality classification.
District and project location.
Developer and delivery record.
Ready, resale or off-plan status.
Built-up and net usable area.
Floor and view.
Retail frontage and permitted activity.
Finishing, air conditioning and furniture.
Parking and storage.
Down payment and installment duration.
Maintenance and facility-management charges.
Operating agreements and hotel management.

Which Projects Are Listed in the New Administrative Capital?

The current Estate View area page displays 31 projects, including residential compounds, commercial malls and high-rise mixed-use towers.

The page should not describe all 31 developments as residential. Each project card should use the correct unit categories and project classification.

Selected Residential Compounds in the New Capital

Al Maqsad Residence

Al Maqsad Residence is a City Edge residential community in R3. The current Estate View page displays a starting price of approximately EGP 5 million and includes apartments and villa-style homes.

It may suit buyers seeking ready or near-ready residential inventory in one of the city’s earlier neighborhoods. Each unit’s finishing, handover and occupancy status should be checked separately.

Rivan New Capital

Rivan is located in R7 and combines conventional residences, branded serviced apartments and a supporting mixed-use destination.

Selected branded studios have been marketed from approximately EGP 4.8 million, while standard residential apartments generally begin from higher levels around EGP 8.1 million according to current market guidance.

Delivery differs by component. Buyers must distinguish between Rivan Residence, Swiss-Belresidences Rivan and Rivan Square.

Capital Heights 1

Capital Heights 1 is an R7 residential compound by Safwa Urban Development. The page offers apartments and duplexes, with a current header price of approximately EGP 7.113 million.

Internal page content contains lower market guidance, so the exact available unit, area and current price should be confirmed before the area card is updated.

Capital Heights 2

Capital Heights 2 extends across approximately 57 acres and provides apartment buildings surrounded by landscaped and service areas.

The current Estate View header starts from approximately EGP 8.639 million and displays January 2027 as the delivery date for current inventory.

IL Bosco New Capital

IL Bosco is a Misr Italia residential compound in R7, extending across approximately 200 acres.

It offers apartments, studios and villa-style properties around landscaping, lakes and community facilities. The current Estate View starting price is approximately EGP 5.5 million.

Other Residential Comparisons

Midtown Sky – currently from approximately EGP 4.5 million.
RI8 Compound – currently from approximately EGP 4.1 million.
Castle Landmark – currently from approximately EGP 8 million.
Serrano – currently from approximately EGP 3.2 million.
Botanica – currently from approximately EGP 3.5 million.

Selected Commercial and Mixed-Use Projects

Nuzul Tower

Nuzul Tower is a Downtown mixed-use tower by Qurtuba Developments. It contains retail, administrative, medical, hospitality and entertainment activities.

The previous project-card price is approximately EGP 2.401 million, while current detailed guidance places the closest available administrative entry around EGP 3.15 million.

Current plans generally begin from 5% or 10% down payment with installments that may extend to ten years. Delivery is currently marketed for the fourth quarter of 2029.

Taj Tower

Taj Tower is a commercial and administrative tower by Taj Misr. It includes retail floors and office levels within a tower of approximately 43 floors.

The current Estate View price starts from approximately EGP 5 million, with a published plan beginning from 5% down payment and installments extending up to 15 years. The current listing shows January 2027 as the delivery date.

Nile Business City

Nile Business City is a high-rise mixed-use project in Downtown by Nile Developments. It includes retail, offices and hotel units.

Current project information describes approximately 56 floors and a height of around 233 meters. The current Estate View starting price is approximately EGP 10 million.

Grand Square Mall

Grand Square Mall is a commercial, administrative and medical project in the Financial and Business District by Pyramids Developments.

The current card displays EGP 4 million, while the detailed page records selected office-market guidance from approximately EGP 2.2 million. Availability and delivery status should be confirmed through a current unit list.

Track 15 Mall

Track 15 Mall is a Downtown commercial, administrative and medical project by DIG Developments. The current Estate View price begins from approximately EGP 2.7 million.

Retail, medical and office units should be compared separately because their pricing, permitted use, finishing and operating requirements are different.

What Payment Plans Are Available in the New Capital?

Developers commonly offer long installment periods, but there is no city-wide standard payment system. Plans differ by project, unit type, construction phase and sales campaign.

Common Payment Components

Reservation deposit.
Contract down payment.
Additional payment after reservation.
Monthly, quarterly or annual installments.
Construction-stage payments.
Payment at handover.
Maintenance deposit.
Parking and storage charges.
Finishing and air-conditioning charges.
Furniture and hospitality packages.
Operating and facility-management fees.

Why Is the Longest Plan Not Always the Best?

A long installment period can reduce the immediate installment but may increase the full contract value. Buyers should compare:

Cash price.
Total installment price.
Down payment.
Delivery payment.
Maintenance and parking.
Finishing and furniture.
Value of installments after handover.
Cancellation and late-payment penalties.

Should You Buy a Ready, Resale or Off-Plan Property?

Purchase type	Main advantage	Main risk or check
Ready developer unit	Physical inspection and faster occupation	Final finishing, maintenance, utilities and actual service operation
Resale unit	Possible access to earlier pricing or occupied phases	Remaining balance, assignment, maintenance debt and ownership chain
Off-plan unit	Long payment schedules and wider unit selection	Construction, delivery, future services and developer execution
Operating commercial unit	Ability to inspect tenant and visitor activity	Lease, permitted use, operating costs and actual income
Hotel or managed unit	Professional operation and guest services	Operator contract, fees, occupancy and owner-use restrictions

Is the New Administrative Capital Suitable for Investment?

The New Capital may suit residential and commercial investors seeking exposure to a developing government, business and residential city. Investment performance depends on the selected unit rather than the city name alone.

Potential Strengths

Government and institutional activity.
Large current and future population target.
Operational LRT connection.
Business and financial districts.
Universities, schools and technology facilities.
Residential, retail, office, medical and hotel categories.
Ready, resale and off-plan opportunities.
Smart-city infrastructure.
Major parks, culture and sports facilities.

Investment Risks

Large competing supply.
Different occupancy rates between districts.
Projects with long delivery periods.
Commercial properties depending on future footfall.
Hotel units depending on operator performance.
High maintenance and operating charges.
Long payment plans increasing total prices.
Old advertised prices remaining online.
Different legal entities and land arrangements.
Future transport benefits opening later than expected.

Can New Capital Properties Be Rented or Resold?

Residential Rental

Residential demand may come from government employees, companies, families, students and service workers. Demand is generally stronger where buildings are delivered and daily services are operating.

Office Rental

Office performance depends on business occupancy, finishing, parking, access, floor, management charges and competition from other available office towers.

Retail Rental

Retail value depends on footfall, frontage, tenant mix, operating mall occupancy, permitted activity and nearby residents or employees.

Hotel and Serviced Units

Hotel-unit performance depends on the operator, room demand, fees, furnishing, owner-use restrictions and the signed operating agreement.

Resale Before Delivery

Developers may require a minimum paid percentage, settlement of overdue installments, approval and payment of an assignment fee.

Resale After Delivery

Buyers should verify ownership documents, previous assignments, utility balances, maintenance debt, parking rights, handover records and registration status.

What Are the Disadvantages and Risks of Buying in the New Capital?

Some districts and projects remain under construction.
Occupancy differs significantly between locations.
Not every planned service is operating.
Monorail operation should not yet be assumed.
Commercial projects depend on future businesses and visitors.
Large supply can affect rental and resale competition.
Some project cards contain old or inconsistent prices.
Many malls are incorrectly classified as residential.
Long installment periods may increase the total contract price.
Maintenance and facility-management charges can be significant.
Future construction may change views and traffic patterns.
Hotel and branded units may restrict personal use.
Delivery schedules differ between phases of the same project.
Promotional rental-return claims require contractual verification.

What Should You Check Before Buying in the New Capital?

Confirm the legal name of the project-owning company.
Review the company’s current commercial registration.
Verify the land allocation or ownership document.
Identify the authority controlling the project land.
Review the ministerial approval and construction permits.
Check the approved master plan.
Confirm the district, plot, phase, building and unit code.
Confirm the legal unit activity.
Review the gross and net usable area.
Check common-area loading.
Review the architectural floor plan.
Confirm the floor, orientation and view in writing.
Check whether future construction may affect the view.
Confirm finishing, air conditioning and furniture.
Verify parking and storage allocations.
Confirm the contractual delivery date.
Review the permitted delivery grace period.
Ask which services will operate at handover.
Calculate the complete installment price.
Review the maintenance deposit and recurring charges.
For retail units, verify frontage and permitted activity.
For clinics, verify medical licensing requirements.
For hotel units, review the management agreement.
Review cancellation, refund and late-payment clauses.
Review assignment and resale conditions.
For resale units, verify all paid and remaining installments.
Check maintenance and utility debt.
Pay only to an officially verified beneficiary account.
Retain the offer, reservation form, receipts, annexes and contract.
Use an independent lawyer before signing.

How Estate View Reviews New Capital Information

Estate View reviews the New Capital using the current ACUD city platform, government transport and national-project sources, Estate View project pages, developer materials and current marketed inventory.

The updated page uses ACUD’s current total-area figure of approximately 230,000 feddans while explaining the earlier 170,000-feddan figure.

It also distinguishes the operating LRT from the East Nile Monorail project, which remains under development.

Project prices are presented according to the closest current detailed information. Old card values, unavailable inventory and zero-price placeholders should not be treated as current market offers.

The legally binding reference remains the dated unit quotation, land and project documents, payment schedule, technical appendix, operating agreement and signed sales contract.

Selected Verification Sources

Frequently Asked Questions About the New Administrative Capital

Where is the New Administrative Capital located?

It is located approximately 45 kilometers east of Cairo, between Greater Cairo and the Suez and Ain Sokhna development corridors.

What is the current official area of the New Capital?

ACUD currently reports a total area of approximately 230,000 feddans.

Why do some sources say the city is 170,000 feddans?

The 170,000-feddan figure relates to an earlier or narrower master-plan scope, while ACUD’s current total-area figure is approximately 230,000 feddans.

How many people is the New Capital planned to accommodate?

ACUD currently reports an expected population of approximately 8–10 million people.

How complete is Phase One?

ACUD’s current city profile displays an approximate Phase One completion indicator of 70%.

Is the New Capital suitable for permanent living?

Yes, it is planned as a permanent government, residential, education and business city. Actual convenience depends on the selected district and project’s occupancy.

Is the LRT operating to the New Capital?

Yes. The Light Rail Transit is an operating electric rail connection serving the New Capital and eastern cities.

Is the New Capital Monorail operating?

It should currently be treated as a project under development until official public operation and timetables are confirmed.

How long is the New Capital Monorail line?

The planned East Nile Monorail route is approximately 54 kilometers long and includes 21 stations.

What is the Green River?

It is a connected park and landscaped corridor extending for approximately 35 kilometers, rather than a natural flowing river.

How tall is the Iconic Tower?

ACUD reports the Iconic Tower at approximately 385 meters.

What are the main residential districts?

Major residential districts include R3, R5, R7 and R8, alongside additional neighborhoods and private developments.

What is the best residential district?

The best district depends on delivery, occupancy, budget, finishing, services and commuting needs. R3 may suit ready-home buyers, while R7 and R8 contain many private compounds.

What property types are available?

The city offers studios, apartments, duplexes, penthouses, townhouses, twin houses, villas, offices, shops, clinics and hotel apartments.

What is the starting price per meter in 2026?

The current Estate View page displays an indicative starting figure of approximately EGP 35,000 per square meter, but this is not a reliable average for every project or property type.

How many New Capital projects are listed on Estate View?

The current area page displays 31 projects.

What are current residential starting-price examples?

Current examples include Al Maqsad from approximately EGP 5 million, IL Bosco from EGP 5.5 million and selected Rivan serviced studios from approximately EGP 4.8 million.

What are current office and commercial price examples?

Examples include Track 15 from approximately EGP 2.7 million, Nuzul offices from approximately EGP 3.15 million and Taj Tower from approximately EGP 5 million.

Why do area-card and project-page prices differ?

Area cards may contain launch prices, previous inventory or older values, while detailed pages may contain more recent unit and market guidance.

Can I buy a ready property?

Yes. Some districts and compounds contain ready or resale units, while other developments remain under construction.

Can an off-plan unit be resold?

Resale depends on the developer’s minimum paid percentage, approval, remaining installments and assignment charges.

Can New Capital properties be rented?

Rental is possible subject to project rules, ownership documents, management, occupancy and the selected residential or investment activity.

Are rental returns guaranteed?

No. Rental income depends on occupancy, operation, price, expenses and demand. Any fixed-return claim should be supported by a binding agreement.

What documents should be checked before buying?

Review the legal seller, land allocation, approvals, master plan, permits, unit plan, activity, price, payment schedule, delivery, maintenance and resale terms.

Is New Capital property a guaranteed investment?

No. Performance depends on the selected project, purchase price, delivery, occupancy, operating services, costs and future demand.

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