Al Alyaa is the flagship residential-led district of Knowledge Economic City, Madinah — and one of the few places where international Muslim buyers can own a brand-new home within the Haram boundary of the Holy City. Its tagline says it plainly: rise above the ordinary. The Phase 3 launch is selling now — freehold apartments for sale with live availability and handover in 2028.
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Buildings & releases at Al Alyaa
Al Alyaa is delivered as a series of residential buildings. Choose a building to see its availability and register your interest.
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Live availability — apartments for sale now at Al Alyaa
At a glance
Scheme type: Residential-led mixed use — a fully gated community of homes with education, hospitality and everyday services built in.
Residential offer: 1,490 diverse residential units.
Also within the district: 70,000 sqm of landscaped areas · nursery and international school · 144-key Hyatt Centric hotel · 480 serviced apartments managed by Hyatt House.
Setting: Within the Haram boundary, at the heart of KEC, a 17-minute drive from the Prophet’s Mosque, with Haramain High-Speed Railway access.
Official page: Al Alyaa at madinahkec.com
About Al Alyaa
Al Alyaa is a modern, gated district designed to elevate urban living within the Haram boundary of Madinah. Strategically positioned at the heart of Knowledge Economic City, it gives residents direct access to key destinations across the KEC masterplan and wider Madinah. See our latest KEC Madinah masterplan update for construction progress across all five districts.
The community brings together homes, green spaces, education, hospitality and everyday conveniences in one setting: 70,000 square metres of landscaped areas promote well-being, walkability and outdoor living for families of all ages, while a nursery and an international school make it a complete, future-ready neighbourhood. A 144-key Hyatt Centric hotel and 480 Hyatt House serviced apartments add hotel-grade amenities on the doorstep.
For overseas buyers, that combination — 1,490 new-build homes, a secure gated environment, schooling on site and an address inside the Haram boundary — makes Al Alyaa the most significant residential opportunity in the zone.
Al Alyaa in pictures
Images courtesy of Knowledge Economic City (madinahkec.com).
Al Alyaa location & drive times
Al Alyaa sits within the Haram boundary of Madinah, on the northern side of Knowledge Economic City between Safwan bin Malik Road and King Abdul Aziz Road — next door to Dar Al Jewar, Multaqa Almadinah and the KEC headquarters. By car (Google Maps) it is about 17 minutes to the Prophet’s Mosque, 6 minutes to the Haramain High-Speed Railway station, 15 minutes to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport and 7 minutes to Al-Rashid Mega Mall, with Mount Uhud and Quba Mosque also close by.
Driving times from Al Alyaa (Google Maps):
Building locations within Al Alyaa
The masterplan arranges nine residential buildings (N34 series) along a landscaped central park with play areas and a football pitch, alongside Hyatt House 1–3, the Hyatt Centric hotel, retail and office buildings at both gateways, a nursery and the community mosque. Tap the plan to see each building’s position.
See the latest apartment releases
Live availability, prices and floor plans for the Phase 3 release at Al Alyaa — freehold, within the Haram boundary.
Al Alyaa apartment types
Ten unit layouts are offered across three apartment types. The prices below are the developer’s published basic prices from the current international presentation — final pricing depends on floor, view and availability, and government charges apply on top (see the payment plan below). Tap any floor plan to enlarge it.
2 bedroom apartments
Model 2.1 · 192.27 m² + 15.05 m² private roof · ground floor only · maid’s suite, terraces & barbeque area · basic price SAR 2,914,150
Model 2.2 · 128.40 m² · floors 1–5 · maid’s suite & two balconies · basic price SAR 1,926,000
Model 2.3 · 123.41 m² · floors 1–5 · two dressing rooms & balcony · basic price SAR 1,851,150
3 bedroom apartments
Model 3.1 · 160.82 m² · floors 1–5 · maid’s suite & balcony · basic price SAR 2,409,300
Model 3.2 · 158.91 m² · floors 1–3 · maid’s suite, balcony & terraces · basic price SAR 2,383,650
Model 3.3 · 168.78 m² · floors 1–5 · maid’s suite & two balconies · basic price SAR 2,531,700
Model 3.4 · 154.45 m² · floors 1–5 · maid’s suite & balcony · basic price SAR 2,316,750
4 bedroom sky homes — top floor only
Model 4.1 · 253.06 m² + 81.08 m² private roof · clean & dirty kitchens, maid’s suite · basic price SAR 3,958,060
Model 4.2 · 235.56 m² + 46.70 m² private roof · clean & dirty kitchens, maid’s suite · basic price SAR 3,626,800
Model 4.3 · 273.59 m² + 79.73 m² private roof · the largest layout in Al Alyaa · basic price SAR 4,263,310
Payment plan
Al Alyaa is sold off-plan on a construction-linked instalment plan — 65% during construction and 35% on handover. The developer’s current schedule:
| Payment | Share | Due |
|---|---|---|
| Down payment (reservation deposit) | 5% | On reservation — within 48 hours |
| 1st payment | 30% | On signing the SPA |
| 2nd payment | 15% | 1 January 2027 |
| 3rd payment | 15% | 1 August 2027 |
| Final payment / handover | 35% | Handover — August 2028 |
On top of the basic price
Budget for the 5% real-estate transaction tax and a 1% ECZA fee, payable at handover. The developer’s offer includes air conditioning, a kitchen & AC ready (excludes appliances) and private parking. Prices, dates and inclusions are the developer’s and may change — we confirm the current position before you commit.
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Al Alyaa — frequently asked questions
Where is Al Alyaa?
Al Alyaa is the residential-led district of Knowledge Economic City in Madinah, set within the Haram boundary — about 17 minutes’ drive from Al-Masjid an-Nabawi and 6 minutes from the Haramain high-speed railway.
Can foreigners buy an apartment at Al Alyaa?
Yes. Eligible Muslim buyers worldwide can own a freehold home at Al Alyaa, within the Haram boundary, under Saudi Arabia’s 2026 foreign-ownership law.
How much do Al Alyaa apartments cost?
The current Phase 3 launch offers freehold 2-bedroom apartments from SAR 1.65m, plus 3-bedroom apartments and 4-bedroom penthouses. See live prices and availability.
When is handover at Al Alyaa?
The Phase 3 launch is selling now, with handover in 2028.
What is the Al Alyaa payment plan?
A 5% reservation deposit, 30% on signing the SPA, then 15% and 15% instalments during construction and a final 35% at handover in August 2028 — plus a 5% real-estate transaction tax and 1% ECZA fee at handover.
How do I reserve an apartment at Al Alyaa?
You can reserve online: pick an available home, complete the reservation form and pay a 5% deposit within 48 hours. The unit is held for you while we confirm and KEC counter-signs.
Are Al Alyaa homes freehold?
Yes — homes at Al Alyaa are sold freehold to eligible Muslim buyers, within the Haram boundary of Madinah.