Compound Mayadin new capital is a mixed residential and commercial development that Saudi Egyptian Developers built across 960 acres inside the Fifth Residential District (R5) of the New Administrative Capital. The compound borrows its architectural identity from Khedivial Cairo and Haussmann-era Paris, so its blocks, facades and interior squares read differently from the glass-tower language that dominates the rest of R5. Units are delivered Fully Finished and ready to move into, prices open at EGP 7,300,000, and the payment plan runs a 10% down payment over installments reaching 8 years, one of the longest schedules offered inside the district.

What sets the project apart is that it was conceived as a self-contained city rather than a cluster of residential towers. The 960-acre footprint carries apartments, standalone villas, townhouses, plus administrative, medical and retail units, alongside schools and hospitals, so residents can meet daily needs without leaving the gates. That scale, combined with a state-backed developer, is the frame every buying decision here should start from.

Why the architecture of Compound Mayadin new capital breaks from the R5 norm

Saudi Egyptian Developers selected a heritage-inspired style that echoes the facades of Khedivial downtown Cairo and Paris’s Haussmann quarter, in place of the contemporary glass aesthetic common across the Fifth Residential District. The choice shapes the massing of the blocks, their heights, the detailing of facades and balconies, and even the layout of the internal streets and public squares (mayadin) from which the project takes its name. The outcome is a real-estate product with a visual identity that direct competitors in the same price band cannot easily replicate, which supports differentiation and long-term appeal.

Where is Compound Mayadin new capital located?

Compound Mayadin new capital sits in the Fifth Residential District (R5) of the New Administrative Capital, directly facing the Iconic Tower, with an open view over the Green River and the Central Business District (CBD). The location places it minutes from the Government District, the Diplomatic District, the New Cathedral and Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque, which puts it among the closest residential addresses to the city’s decision-making core.

R5 is positioned as one of the most sought-after residential districts in the New Capital, and its proximity to the government and diplomatic zones drives demand from the civil servants and mission staff who work nearby. The project neighbors established R5 developments such as Nile Tower and Pyramids Business Tower, which raises the density of services and reinforces market value across the immediate area.

Landmarks near the project

The Iconic Tower faces the project directly, giving front units open views toward Africa’s tallest tower.
The Presidential Palace and the New Cathedral sit a few minutes away by car through the internal axes of R5.
The Diplomatic District, home to embassies and international organizations, lies adjacent to the compound.
The Green River and the CBD, the capital’s largest business hub, fall within the project’s view lines.
Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque, one of the area’s largest mosques, stands a short distance from the compound gates.

Area and urban design

The compound spans 960 acres, one of the larger plots inside the Fifth Residential District, divided into zones with distinct architectural treatments to break visual monotony and give each district its own character. The residential blocks alternate between ground-plus-five-floor buildings and ground-plus-seven-floor buildings, threaded with landscaping that connects the internal squares to artificial lakes and gardens running between the blocks. This distribution lowers visual density and lets natural light and ventilation reach most units.

The generous land area is what allows the development to function as a standalone community. It absorbs residential units, villas, townhouses, administrative, medical and commercial spaces, schools and service centers within a single gated master plan, so households rarely need to travel to neighboring districts for routine needs.

Unit types and sizes in the R5 compound

The project offers apartments in three size tiers, plus standalone villas, townhouses, and administrative, medical and commercial units. The mix is deliberate, serving individuals, small families, extended families, and investors seeking units for leasing or commercial use inside the same gated community.

Unit type	Area (m²)	Bedrooms
One-bedroom apartment	118 to 124	1
Two-bedroom apartment	125 to 182	2
Three-bedroom apartment	225 to 294	3
Standalone villas and townhouses	Varying areas	Multiple
Administrative, medical and commercial units	Varying areas	Not applicable

One-bedroom apartments target individuals and couples early in their lives, while two-bedroom layouts suit small families looking for comfortable living space. The larger three-bedroom apartments, reaching 294 m², address buyers who want privacy and generous partitioning. Villas and townhouses add a horizontal-living option inside the same project, a feature that distinguishes Compound Mayadin new capital from R5 compounds that rely entirely on vertical building.

Prices of apartments in Mayadin new capital 2026

Apartment prices at Compound Mayadin new capital open at EGP 7,300,000 for a one-bedroom unit and reach EGP 21,000,000 for a large three-bedroom apartment, according to the official price list of Saudi Egyptian Developers. Prices include full finishing and immediate handover, and were updated for 2026.

One-bedroom apartments: EGP 7,300,000 to 7,700,000, sized 118 to 124 m².
Two-bedroom apartments: EGP 8,300,000 to 11,600,000, sized 125 to 182 m².
Three-bedroom apartments: EGP 14,800,000 to 21,000,000, sized 225 to 294 m².
Administrative, medical and commercial units: priced by area and position within the project; the developer confirms details on request.

Payment plans and reservation deposit

The project runs a flexible installment structure aimed at widening its buyer base: a contract down payment of just 10%, with the remaining value split into equal installments over a term reaching 8 years. That schedule places the compound among the longest installment terms across upscale R5 projects, and it eases the monthly burden compared with the 5-year and 6-year plans that prevail in the district.

Finishing and delivery

Units are handed over Fully Finished and ready for immediate occupancy, which removes the cost and effort of finishing from the buyer and allows a move straight after contracting. A number of units are available for immediate handover under the Saudi Egyptian Developers schedule, with the finishing specifications committed in the sale contract. The wider project timeline runs toward 2028, so buyers can weigh ready stock against later phases.

Amenities and services inside the compound

Saudi Egyptian Developers organized the facilities into clear functional categories, so a resident finds daily needs minutes on foot from the unit. The amenity program spans education and healthcare, leisure and sports, retail and offices, and a full security and infrastructure layer.

Education and healthcare

Schools inside the compound serve its residents and the surrounding R5 population.
Multi-specialty hospitals and clinics cover basic and advanced medical care.
Mosques for daily prayers, alongside proximity to Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque outside the gates.

Leisure and sports

Swimming pools distributed across the project, including pools for adults, children and ladies.
Sports clubs and multi-use courts for a range of activities.
A dedicated kids area with safe, supervised play equipment.
Open landscaping linking the squares to gardens and the artificial lakes between the blocks.

Retail, offices and security

A wide commercial zone with retail shops, cafes and restaurants.
Administrative offices for companies and professionals working inside the project.
Medical units set aside for clinics and diagnostic centers.
A 24/7 security system with CCTV cameras and firefighting, smart electronic gates, and a voice-evacuation system for emergencies.
Full electricity supply with automatic backup sources, a building-management and temperature-control system, smart garages, and an advanced waste-management setup with continuous cleaning and landscaping.

The developer: Saudi Egyptian Developers

Saudi Egyptian Developers was established in 1975 as a joint stock company between the Egyptian government, represented by the Ministry of Housing, and the Saudi government, represented by the Ministry of Finance. That institutional structure places the company in a different risk band from a conventional private developer: decisions move more slowly, yet financial risk and delivery risk are lower thanks to the dual state backing and the large asset base. Company investments have exceeded USD 1.9 billion, and it has delivered more than 24,000 residential units across five decades of activity.

Key projects by Saudi Egyptian Developers

Bleu Vert in the New Administrative Capital.
Jayd Compound in the Fifth Settlement.
Marina 8 village on the North Coast, and The Latin District in New Alamein.
Mall Central in New Cairo, and Al Riyadh Secon in New Cairo.
Lake Dream in 6th of October, and Sawari in New Alexandria.
Secon Residence in Alexandria, Secon Nile Towers in Maadi, the Hilton Damietta hotel, and the Dorra project in New Assiut.

Investment analysis: who is the project for?

Compound Mayadin new capital combines three traits that lower investment risk relative to competing R5 projects: a semi-governmental developer with a fifty-year record that reduces default risk, a 960-acre scale that gives the project a large market mass supporting value over the long term, and a position opposite the Iconic Tower and the CBD that ties directly to the flow of residents working in the government and diplomatic districts.

The project suits two main segments. The first is the buyer who wants a ready, fully finished home for immediate living, which is what separates it from other R5 projects still under construction. The second is the investor seeking a unit for resale or seasonal leasing to staff of the nearby administrative and diplomatic districts. The long 8-year installment term raises its appeal for buyers who want to ease the monthly burden.

On the other side, the New Administrative Capital remains relatively far from Greater Cairo, which makes the location less suitable for a buyer tied to work in central or eastern Cairo. The high population density expected in R5, driven by its closeness to the government districts, can act as both a strength (rental demand) and a weakness (future congestion) at the same time. This analysis is for guidance only and is not investment advice.

Frequently asked questions about Compound Mayadin new capital

What are the prices of units in Mayadin new capital?

Prices at Compound Mayadin new capital start from EGP 7,300,000 for a one-bedroom apartment of 118 m² and reach EGP 21,000,000 for a three-bedroom apartment of 294 m². The prices include full finishing and immediate handover, and were updated for 2026.

Where is the Mayadin new capital compound located?

Compound Mayadin new capital lies in the Fifth Residential District (R5) at the heart of the New Administrative Capital, directly facing the Iconic Tower, minutes from the Presidential Palace, the New Cathedral, the Diplomatic District and Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque, with an open view over the Green River.

How large is the Mayadin land area?

Compound Mayadin new capital spans 960 acres, among the largest plots inside the Fifth Residential District (R5). The scale lets it hold apartments, villas, townhouses, and administrative, medical and commercial units, plus schools and hospitals, inside one integrated gated community.

When does Mayadin deliver and on what installment plan?

Compound Mayadin new capital offers immediate-handover units with full finishing, within the Saudi Egyptian Developers schedule running toward 2028. The core installment plan opens with a 10% down payment and splits the remaining value into equal installments over 8 years, among the longest terms in R5.

Summary of Compound Mayadin new capital

Compound Mayadin new capital brings together an architectural identity drawn from Khedivial Cairo and Paris, a central R5 position opposite the Iconic Tower, and a semi-governmental developer with a fifty-year record of major projects. That combination, alongside immediate handover with full finishing and an 8-year installment plan, makes it a practical option for the resident seeking a ready home and the investor seeking a unit with expected rental flow.

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