About ROSHN
ROSHN Group is a Saudi real estate developer and a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company. It builds integrated residential communities and mixed-use destinations that bring homes, public spaces, shops, schools and everyday services together.
Depending on the project and phase, its homes range from apartments and townhouses to duplexes and villas.
ROSHN’s official portfolio includes SEDRA in Riyadh, WAREFA in East Riyadh, ALAROUS in Jeddah, ALMANAR in Makkah and ALDANAH in Dhahran. MARAFY, in North Jeddah, is a separate mixed-use destination combining residential, retail, office, hospitality and leisure uses.
As a buyer, judge each community and property on its own merits. PIF ownership doesn’t mean every home is subsidised or automatically eligible for government housing support.
Official sources: ROSHN – About the Group | ROSHN Communities
Licensing and Accreditation: REGA and Wafi
Before buying a ROSHN property, check the legal status of the specific project and the company selling the unit.
The Real Estate General Authority (REGA) regulates the Saudi real estate sector, and its Wafi platform governs off-plan sales and leasing under the applicable framework.
Before you commit, make sure you:
- Verify the project’s and seller’s legal details.
- Check whether an off-plan sales licence is required and confirm that the applicable licence is in place.
- Review the unit specifications and contractual delivery terms.
- Confirm the payment schedule and authorised payment account.
- Check ownership and registration arrangements.
- Understand the inspection, handover and defect procedures.
A developer’s reputation is no substitute for checking the specific project. For off-plan purchases, verify the licence and escrow arrangements through official channels.
Official source: REGA – Wafi Off-Plan Sales and Lease
ROSHN Communities and Projects
ROSHN builds its communities as integrated neighbourhoods, where homes come with public spaces and everyday amenities. Home types and construction stages differ from project to project.
SEDRA – Riyadh
SEDRA is a large residential community in North Riyadh, close to King Khalid International Airport and ROSHN Front.
Its masterplan features landscaped streets, pedestrian routes, cycling paths, running tracks, parks and recreational facilities, and ROSHN has also announced educational and sports facilities linked to the community.
What buyers should know:
- Location: North Riyadh.
- Property options: Availability and home types depend on the current sales phase.
- Community features: Landscaped areas, pedestrian and cycling routes, parks and recreational facilities.
- Sales: ROSHN lists a dedicated SEDRA sales centre.
Think about commute times, nearby services, construction progress and exactly where the property sits within the masterplan.
Official source: SEDRA – ROSHN
WAREFA – East Riyadh
WAREFA is a residential community in East Riyadh, in the Al Janadriyyah area. Its architecture offers a contemporary take on the Salmani style, mixing local design references with modern residential planning.
Like other ROSHN communities, it follows an integrated neighbourhood concept, with homes and public spaces planned as one residential environment.
Confirm the facilities available, nearby services, construction status and property options for the specific phase.
Official source: WAREFA – ROSHN
ALAROUS – Jeddah
ALAROUS is an integrated residential community in North Jeddah, with a masterplan covering approximately four million square metres and space for more than 18,000 homes once complete.
It features a tree-lined pedestrian boulevard, parks, mosques, schools, shops and cycling routes, and sits close to MARAFY, ROSHN’s mixed-use waterfront destination.
Announced property options at ALAROUS include:
- Standalone villas.
- Townhouses.
- Duplexes.
- Apartments through ALAROUS Residence, with one-, two- and three-bedroom options.
Since the community is being delivered in phases, check the construction status, expected handover date and nearby facilities for your exact unit.
Official sources: ALAROUS – ROSHN | ALAROUS Residence announcement
MARAFY – North Jeddah
MARAFY is an integrated mixed-use destination in North Jeddah, built around a planned water canal approximately 11 kilometres long.
It mixes residential areas with shops, offices, hospitality, parks, promenades and leisure destinations.
Important distinction: MARAFY isn’t simply a residential community; it’s a wider mixed-use development with residential components. Confirm the availability and legal ownership arrangements of any specific property through the relevant sales channel.
Official source: MARAFY – ROSHN
ALMANAR – Makkah
ALMANAR is ROSHN’s residential community in Makkah and part of the group’s wider plan to build integrated neighbourhoods across Saudi Arabia.
Consider the property’s exact location, the home types available, how close it is to work and services, access routes and the development phase.
Property ownership in Makkah is subject to specific Saudi regulations, including restrictions on non-Saudi buyers, so check your eligibility and the property’s status before going ahead.
Official source: ALMANAR – ROSHN
ALDANAH – Dhahran
ALDANAH is ROSHN’s residential community in Dhahran, in the Eastern Province. ROSHN’s official communities page lists a planned development of 2,576 homes across approximately 1.7 million square metres.
It may suit buyers who want to live in the Eastern Province, within reach of employment centres, schools, shopping and daily services.
Before buying, compare the exact unit, neighbourhood layout, construction status and included amenities, and remember that the planned number of homes isn’t the number on sale today.
Official source: ALDANAH – ROSHN
ROSHN Property Types
ROSHN offers several home types, with availability depending on the community and the current sales release.
Apartments
Apartments suit buyers who want a more compact home with shared amenities. ALAROUS Residence, for example, was announced with one-, two- and three-bedroom options.
Before buying, check the internal area, outdoor space, parking, building facilities, service charges and handover status.
Townhouses
Townhouses offer multi-level living within an integrated community, and ROSHN has announced townhouses in ALAROUS.
Compare the layout, number of floors, outdoor space, parking and privacy, and confirm the exact property type in the sales documents.
Duplexes
Duplexes spread the home over two levels and can suit households that want separate living and sleeping areas.
Look at the floor plan, room sizes, staircase position, outdoor areas and included finishes before deciding.
Villas
Villas offer more private space and, depending on the unit, a private outdoor area. ROSHN has offered standalone villas in communities such as ALAROUS.
Confirm the plot and built-up areas, number of bedrooms, parking, included fittings and any restrictions on alterations.
Whatever the property type, the official unit schedule and signed contract take precedence over general descriptions on property portals.
Eligibility and Sakani Support
Being eligible to buy a ROSHN home and being eligible for government housing support are two different things.
ROSHN sells homes through its own channels under the conditions of each offering, while Sakani is a government housing programme with its own eligibility rules and approved support options.
Buying from ROSHN doesn’t automatically qualify you for Sakani support, and not every ROSHN property qualifies for the same financing or subsidy arrangements.
If you plan to use housing support:
- Check your eligibility through the official Sakani platform.
- Confirm whether the specific property and sales offering qualify for the intended support.
- Ask ROSHN and the relevant support channel about the required documents.
- Confirm the approved financing structure and conditions before signing.
- Obtain written confirmation of the payment arrangements.
Your eligibility depends on your personal circumstances and the rules in force when you apply.
Official sources: Sakani | ROSHN Homeownership
Payment Plans and Bank Financing
Payment terms vary by project, property and sales phase. Some homes may come with staged payments, while others may need bank financing or a different structure.
Before reserving, ask for the official payment plan and have your bank or lender assess your eligibility for the specific unit.
Check:
- Reservation payment and refund conditions.
- Instalment amounts, due dates and payment milestones.
- Mortgage eligibility for the property.
- Down payment requirements.
- Financing fees and insurance costs.
- Cancellation and contract termination conditions.
- Contractual completion date and buyer rights if delivery is delayed.
For off-plan properties, confirm the project licence and escrow arrangements, and only pay into verified accounts named in authorised instructions.
Partnerships With Other Developers
ROSHN also partners with other developers and specialist operators to deliver additional homes and mixed-use components within its masterplans.
For example, ROSHN announced land sale agreements with four local developers to build residential and mixed-use projects within ALAROUS in Jeddah.
So not every property in a ROSHN community is necessarily built and sold by ROSHN itself. Find out which company is responsible for your building or unit.
Before buying from a partner developer, confirm:
- The legal name of the developer and seller.
- Which entity is responsible for construction and handover.
- The relevant project licence and ownership documents.
- The party responsible for warranties and defects.
- The arrangements for post-handover support.
Official source: ROSHN – ALAROUS Development Partnerships
Community Amenities and Facilities
ROSHN’s approach to community includes public spaces and everyday services that support family life and neighbourly interaction.
Depending on the community and phase, facilities may include:
- Parks, landscaped open spaces and walking routes.
- Mosques and community facilities.
- Schools and educational services.
- Retail outlets, restaurants and cafés.
- Cycling paths and recreational facilities.
- Sports and leisure amenities.
- Access to healthcare and other essential services.
Facilities vary between projects. Some may already be open, while others are planned for later phases or sit outside the immediate neighbourhood.
Before buying, confirm which facilities are open, which are included in your contract and which are still planned.
Official sources: ROSHN Communities | SEDRA | ALAROUS
Construction Progress and Handover
ROSHN’s portfolio spans large communities and mixed-use destinations across several Saudi regions, but the size of a masterplan tells you nothing about how many homes are finished or available now.
When you assess a property, ask for project-specific information, including:
- The latest construction progress update.
- The contractual completion and handover date.
- The specifications and finishes included in the agreement.
- The inspection and snagging process.
- Procedures for reporting defects and requesting repairs.
- Utility and community-service arrangements.
- Applicable warranty terms and the responsible party.
In phased developments, confirm which roads, parks, schools, shops and other facilities will be operating when your property is handed over.
A planned completion date is not a contractual commitment; the obligations that apply are set by the signed agreement and the relevant regulations.
Official sources: ROSHN News and Events | ROSHN Homeownership
Buyer Reviews and Reputation
When you evaluate ROSHN, combine the developer’s official information with checks on the specific property and, where possible, feedback from current residents.
Useful steps include:
- Visiting a completed part of the community.
- Speaking with owners or residents about maintenance and service quality.
- Checking the condition of public areas and shared facilities.
- Asking about service charges and what they cover.
- Comparing the promised specifications with the actual property.
- Reviewing construction and handover updates.
- Checking how defects and customer-service requests are handled.
Feedback on one community shouldn’t automatically be applied to another, since projects differ in age, construction phase, property types and management.
Can Non-Saudis Buy in ROSHN Communities?
Property ownership by non-Saudis is governed by a regulatory framework that took effect on 22 January 2026.
Eligibility depends on the buyer’s status, the property’s location, the type of ownership and any geographic restrictions, with special provisions for Makkah and Madinah.
Non-Saudi buyers should:
- Review the latest regulations through the Real Estate General Authority (REGA).
- Check designated geographic zones through the official Saudi Properties portal.
- Confirm their eligibility and the specific property’s eligibility.
- Verify restrictions on ownership rights or permitted use.
- Follow the official application and registration process.
Not every ROSHN community is automatically open to every non-Saudi buyer, and a property’s location alone doesn’t settle the question of foreign ownership.
Official sources: REGA – Non-Saudi Real Estate Ownership | Saudi Properties – Ownership Zones
How to Buy a ROSHN Home
1. Choose the Right Community
Compare the location, commute, property type, nearby services and development stage, and decide whether you need an apartment, townhouse, duplex or villa.
2. Confirm Current Availability
Contact ROSHN through its official website or sales centre and ask for the exact unit number, floor plan, area and handover status.
3. Check Eligibility and Financing
If you’ll use Sakani support or bank financing, confirm that both you and the specific property are eligible, and get the financing structure in writing.
4. Verify the Project Documents
Check the seller’s legal details, ownership documents, project licence where applicable, payment instructions and contractual delivery terms.
5. Review the Full Purchase Cost
Add up the purchase price, reservation fee, financing costs, registration expenses, service charges and any other costs.
6. Review and Sign the Contract
Go through the payment schedule, cancellation terms, completion date, specifications, warranties and remedies for delays or defects, and get independent legal advice if anything is unclear.
7. Inspect the Property and Complete Handover
Inspect the property against the agreed specifications before accepting it, record any defects and follow the contract’s process for fixing them. Keep copies of signed documents, payment receipts and handover records.
For official enquiries, ROSHN’s customer-care number within Saudi Arabia is 920 022 288. Check current contact details and sales-centre hours on the official website.
Official source: ROSHN Contact and Sales Centres
FAQs
Is ROSHN owned by PIF?
Yes. ROSHN Group describes itself as a real estate developer and a company of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
What are the main ROSHN communities in Saudi Arabia?
Its official residential portfolio includes SEDRA in Riyadh, WAREFA in East Riyadh, ALAROUS in Jeddah, ALMANAR in Makkah and ALDANAH in Dhahran, while MARAFY is a separate mixed-use destination in North Jeddah.
Does ROSHN sell apartments as well as villas?
Yes, depending on the community and sales phase. ROSHN has announced apartments at ALAROUS Residence, alongside townhouses, duplexes and standalone villas in selected offerings.
Can I use Sakani support to buy a ROSHN home?
Possibly, if you meet the eligibility conditions and the specific property and sales offering qualify. Confirm the details with Sakani and ROSHN before signing.
Does every ROSHN community have schools, parks and mosques?
ROSHN plans integrated communities with public spaces and amenities, but facilities and their timelines vary by location and phase. Check which ones are operating or included in your contract.
Can non-Saudis buy property in ROSHN communities?
It depends on Saudi ownership regulations, the buyer’s status, the property’s location and any geographic restrictions. Check the specific property through REGA and the Saudi Properties portal.
Is MARAFY a residential community?
MARAFY is a mixed-use waterfront destination in North Jeddah, with residential components alongside shops, offices, hospitality and leisure.
How can I contact ROSHN to buy a home?
Register your interest on ROSHN’s official website or contact the relevant sales centre. The published customer-care number within Saudi Arabia is 920 022 288, but check current details before calling.
