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Citystars Mall in Nasr City, Cairo, developed in 2004 by City Stars Properties, covers 151,000 square meters of gross leasable area over seven levels with 650 stores.

Tenant mix includes anchors Carrefour, Zara, H&M, plus diverse fashion, electronics, F&B, and entertainment options, achieving 80% diversity and 15% unique concepts. Annual footfall reaches 15 million, driven by primary catchment of 5 million in affluent Heliopolis area, median age 28, household income 5,500 USD, and retail spending per capita 1,200 USD. Occupancy at 95% vacancy 5%, with 7,550 square meters available; rents average 600 USD per square meter annually, stable per 2025 Cairo reports showing 7% increases for super-regional malls.

Accessibility via 0.5 km to main roads, public transport, high pedestrian traffic, and 5,000 parking spaces supports strong performance.

Leasing advantages feature tenant-led negotiations for rent-free periods, CAPEX aid, revenue shares amid abundant supply.

Operational quality high with 2.5-hour dwell time, 25% conversion.

Market position solid for middle-upper class targeting, but risks from new mixed-use supply, inflation curbing spending, peak congestion, and 10% competitor density in categories like fashion.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 11:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 11:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

Omar Ibn El Khattab Street, Cairo, Egypt

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Demographics and Footfall

Primary catchment population of 5 million in Heliopolis and Nasr City, secondary 3 million, total 8 million, with 1.8% growth rate. Median age 28 years, household size 4.2, 35% tertiary education, median income 5,500 USD, unemployment 7.5%. Retail spending per capita 1,200 USD, apparel 300 USD, groceries 400 USD. Annual footfall 15 million supports consistent traffic for retailers, aiding sales per square meter at 4,500 USD, though economic pressures may reduce discretionary spending in 2025.

Tenant Mix and Occupancy

650 stores with 80% tenant diversity, 15% unique concepts, 10 new tenants in pipeline, anchored by Carrefour, Zara, H&M. Occupancy 95%, vacancy 5%, available space 7,550 square meters. Balanced mix across categories enhances cross-selling, but fashion saturation risks weaker performance in weak segments. High occupancy reflects strong demand, yet tenant-led market allows negotiations for favorable terms like rent-free periods, benefiting new entrants while pressuring owners on concessions.

Accessibility and Competition Risks

Located 0.5 km from main roads, with public transport access and high pedestrian traffic; 5,000 parking spaces, but peak-hour congestion limits ease. Moderate e-commerce competition at 65% internet penetration. Competitor density 10% in similar categories, plus emerging mixed-use developments adding 1.1 million square meters supply in Greater Cairo by 2025, intensifying rivalry. Strengths in urban proximity aid visibility, but access issues and market saturation pose challenges to footfall growth and lease viability.

Building Details

Property Type
Super Regional
Gross Leasable Area
180,000
Year Built
2004
Parking Spaces
3000
Average Monthly Footfall
1,250,000
Owner
City Stars Properties
Anchor Tenants
Zara, H&M, Mango, Adidas, Carrefour

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
5,000,000 People
Secondary Catchment Area
3,000,000 People
Catchment area population
8,000,000 People
Population growth rate
1.6 %
Median age
24.5 Years
Household size
3.6 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
30.0 %

Median household income
5,500 USD
Unemployment rate
7.5 %
Cost of living index
45 Index

Retail spending per capita
1,000 USD
Spending on apparel
200 USD
Spending on groceries
500 USD
Spending on electronics
150 USD

Annual foot traffic
15,000,000 Visitors
Dwell time
2.5 Hours
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
4,500 USD

Number of retail stores
750 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes
Competitor density (same category)
High
Tenant diversity
High
Unique Concepts
Entertainment and dining zones

Gross Leasable Area
180,000 sqm
Number of Levels
6 Levels
Average rent per square meter
500 USD
Vacancy rate
5.0 %
Lease term flexibility
Moderate
Available retail space
5,000 Square meters

Proximity to main roads
0.5 Kilometers
Public transport access
High
Parking spaces
3,000 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High

E-commerce competition
High
Click-and-collect adoption
20.0 %
Internet penetration
72.0 %

Retail crime rate
2.0 %
Security measures
CCTV and guards

Promotional events
Frequent
Loyalty program penetration
40.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
Yes
Mall expansion plans
Planned
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