6th of October City

6th of October City Egypt, is one of West Cairo's most established satellite cities. It is located in Giza Governorate, next to Sheikh Zayed City, offering a calm alternative to central Cairo. 

The city’s development started with a 1979 presidential decree and was named after Egypt's National Army Day. It is home to the Smart Village, a hub for local and international IT firms. 

Today, the city holds dozens of upscale compounds, wide roads, and a full mix of schools, hospitals, and malls. Its population keeps growing, and it is expected to host 6 million residents by 2027.

6 October Location

6th October City is located on the west bank of the Nile. It stays close to Cairo's landmarks while keeping its distance from the city's daily traffic. This balance is one of the main reasons buyers search for the city over other parts of Greater Cairo. The city’s exact location is:

• 16 km (around 18 minutes) from Sheikh Zayed City, useful for residents who work in West Cairo's business districts

• 17 km (around 19 minutes) from the Great Pyramids of Giza, a quick trip for a weekend outing

• 50 km (approximately 55 minutes) from downtown Cairo, reachable through several main roads and highways

• 64 km (around 60 minutes) from New Cairo, on the opposite side of the capital

• 71 km (around 75 minutes) from the New Administrative Capital, Egypt's newest government hub

• 72 km (around 75 minutes) from Cairo International Airport, convenient for frequent travelers

Main Roads in 6 October Egypt

Several major roads pass through or near 6th of October City, which keeps commuting simple for residents and visitors alike:

• Cairo - Alexandria Desert Road
• 26th of July Corridor
• El Wahat Road
• Waslet Dahshur Road
• Regional Ring Road
• Middle Ring Road
• Dabaa Axis
• Boulevard Axis
• Fayoum Route
• Mehwar Markzi Axis 

A monorail line is also planned to link Giza Governorate with 6th October City and Sheikh Zayed, along with the city's newer expansions. It will start from the Gameat El Dewal station on Cairo Metro Line 3, giving residents another way to reach central Cairo without relying on the road network.

6th of October City Egypt Land Area

6th October City Egypt spans about 119,200 acres, placing it among the largest cities in Egypt by land area. Around 69,000 acres of that space form the city's urban core, which was carefully zoned to support a full, self-contained lifestyle. This core is divided into:

• Residential zones, spread across more than 10 established districts

• Service zones, covering healthcare, education, and government facilities

• Industrial zones, anchored by the Smart Village and nearby manufacturing hubs

• Tourism and recreational zones, including parks and entertainment venues

This scale is part of why 6 October City continues to attract new residents and developers every year.

6 October City Districts

6th October City includes a wide mix of residential districts, each with its own character and price range:

• 1st District: one of the earliest and closest to the city entrance

• 2nd District: along the Central Axis

• 4th District: bordering the Central Axis

• 5th District: also on the Central Axis

• 7th District: near a wide range of services and close to the city entrance

• 8th District: on Tahrir Street facing Al Hosary Mosque, considered one of the best districts in the city

• Al Motamayez District: one of the oldest and most upscale areas, located between Wahat Road and Waslet Dahshur after Juhayna Square

• West Somid: an upscale neighborhood near Al Motamayez, known for wide streets and green surroundings

• Al Bashayer District: along Gamal Abdel Nasser Axis, close to several service facilities

• October Gardens (Hadayek October): known for its landscaped compounds spread across a large stretch of land

• New October: the newest expansion on El Wahat Road, built to house new residential and service projects

• Northern Expansions: besides being a residential zone, it is a large touristic and investment zone under the Ministry of Investment 

6th of October City Egypt Properties

6th October City hosts a wide range of property types built by Egypt's top developers, which means buyers rarely have to compromise on layout or budget. Options include:

• Studios 

• Apartments for sale in 6th of October City

• Penthouses 

• Villas for sale in 6th October

• Townhouses 

• Duplexes for sale in 6th of October

• Twin houses 

• Offices for sale in 6 October 

• Retail stores 

• Clinics 

This mix means 6th October City suits families, investors, and business owners alike, whatever stage of life they are at.

6 October City Projects 

More than 50 residential and mixed-use projects operate across 6th October City Egypt, built by some of the country's most trusted developers. Below is the list of the top projects in the area:

• O West by Orascom 
• New Giza by G Developments
• PX by Palm Hills 
• Nmq by Melee Developments
• Mountain View iCity October
• Kenz Compound by First Group
• Kingsway by Mountain View 
• Ashgar City by IGI Developments
• Dream Land by Bahgat Group
• Pyramids Walk by Wadi Degla
• West Woods by Arabia Holding
• Being by LMD
• Al Rabwa by TMG
• Keeva by Al Ahly Sabbour
• Palm Hills Golf Views by Palm Hills Developments
• Hyde Park Signature by Hyde Park Developments

Below is a detailed account of the top 5 projects by top developers in the area. 

O West by Orascom Development Egypt

• Covers 1,007 acres in the heart of the city, right on Wahat Road behind Media Production City

• O West Orascom is built around a distinct, fully integrated master plan that mixes homes, offices, and green space

• Offers apartments, villas, twin houses, townhouses, duplexes, studios, and administrative units

Dream Land by Bahgat Group

• Spans 2000 acres, only 8 km away from the Pyramids of Giza 

• Offers a fresh take on modern city living, with stables, sports tracks, entertainment zones, and dedicated fitness zones

• Unit types range from apartments, standalone villas, townhouses, and twin houses

Check out units for sale in Dream Land

PX by Palm Hills

• The PX Project covers 373 acres of land 

• It features a sports club, parks, a clubhouse, commercial zone, community center, and hotel 

• The compound hosts apartments, duplexes, penthouses, twin houses, townhouses, and standalone villas

Mountain View iCity October 

• ICity October Compound spans 500 acres 

• It offers an internal corniche, a park, a school, sports facilities, an elevated island, and an innovative car connection service

• The compound boasts apartments, duplexes, penthouses, townhouses, twin houses, and standalone villas 

Kings Way by Mountain View

• Kingsway Compound by Mountain View is one of the most prestigious compounds in 6 October, spanning 715 acres

• It offers a unique royal living experience that is marked by comfort, luxury, and peace

• The project includes a wide range of upscale apartments, duplexes, penthouses, townhouses, twin houses, and standalone villas 

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6 October City Egypt Facilities

6th of October City is a fully integrated city, built to reduce how often residents need to leave for basic errands. It has:

• More than 40 schools and many universities

• 50+ commercial markets and shopping destinations

• Several mosques (such as Al Bahgat Masjid First 6th of October) and churches

• A strong industrial base centered on the Smart Village

• Many restaurants and cafes such as Pottery Cafe, Benos Cafe, Arabian Cafe, Fresh Food Market, Sahar Layali Cafe, Costa Cafe, Egypt Cafe, Bokahrist Cafe, Spectra Cafe, Melt Bites Daily, Al Guzaira Plaza, Tivoli Doom, Atrium Plaza

• Various sports clubs such as Wadi Degla October, Al Ahly Club, Al Ashgar Club, Palm Hills 6th October Club, and Dreamland Pyramids Club (has its own tennis academy)

• Over 20 hospitals and medical units such as Al Safwa Hospital, Dar Al Fouad Hospital, El Nada Hospital, Cure Hospital, Neurospine Hospital, Dream Hospital, Kids Hospital, and El Zohour Hospital

• Entertainment venues such as Dream Park amusement park, Giza Pyramids, Dolphin Park, Dream Land, Adrenaline Park, Crazy Water Park

Schools in 6th of October City Egypt

6 October City is home to some of the country's leading international schools:

• International School Of Choueifat
• Skylight School
• Winchester International Schools
• Thebes International School
• The American International School
• Smart Vision School
• Wise National School Of Egypt
• Royal International Language School
• Modern Infinity School
• Geel 2000 Language School
• Beverly Hills Schools Egypt

Universities in 6 October City

Families also have several reputable universities to choose from without leaving the city:

• Misr University for Science & Technology (MUST)
• Ahram Canadian University
• MSA University
• New Giza University
• Nile University
• October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
• October 6 University
• University of Science and Technology at Zewail City

Malls in 6 October City

Shopping and entertainment options are close by in nearly every district:

• Dandy Mall
• Mall of Arabia
• October Mall
• Galleria 40
• Infinity Mall
• Mall of Egypt
• Diamond Mall
• Dolphin Mall
• Lacite Plaza
• Agyad Castle Mall
• October House Mall
• Mega Mall
• Green Plaza Mall
• Downtown Mall

6 October City Hotels

Visitors and business travelers can choose from a solid lineup of hotels:

• Tulip Hotel
• Novotel Cairo Hotel
• Helnan Dream Land Hotel and Conference Center
• Royal Day Plaza Hotel
• Hadayek Al-Ahram Inn
• October Square Hotel
• Crowne Plaza - West Cairo Arkan, an IHG Hotel
• Dream House Hotel
• Mövenpick Hotel
• Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort Hotel

Why Invest in 6th of October City Egypt?

6th of October City, stands out as one of the smartest places to buy property in Greater Cairo, and the fundamentals back this up. Here is why:

• A self-sufficient infrastructure, with its own water, electricity, sewage, and road networks, plus wide green spaces and a strong industrial sector

• A modern city layout that follows the latest urban planning standards, unlike older, denser parts of Cairo

• Top-tier schools, hospitals, and entertainment venues that cover every stage of family life, from nurseries to universities

• A prime spot on the west bank of the Nile, close to major roads yet away from Cairo's daily congestion

• A wide range of residential, commercial, and administrative projects from Egypt's most trusted developers

• Flexible payment plans and competitive prices across nearly every price point, from studios to standalone villas

• Steady demand from end-users and investors, which supports resale value over time

6th of October City Egypt brings together a strategic location, dependable infrastructure, and a growing list of trusted developers, making it one of West Cairo's most reliable choices for living and investing alike.