Jumeirah Beach Residence
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Simply unmatched in leisure and lifestyle, Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is a waterfront haven in the heart of the bustling Dubai Marina. The developer Dubai Properties launched JBR in August 2002, and completed it in 2010. The 6-billion dirham project is 1.7 kilometres long and has a gross floor area of 2 square kilometres, making it a wonder in Dubai's skyline.
Key Highlights
- Beachfront community in Dubai Marina
- Popular for luxurious waterfront apartments
- Tourist Destination
- Main attractions include 'The Beach' and 'The Walk'
- Connected to Bluewaters Island with a bridge
- Offers rental as well as freehold apartments in high rise towers
Properties in JBR, Dubai
JBR contains 40 towers, 35 of which are residential, and 5 hotel buildings. The apartments and hotel rooms in JBR can accommodate around 15,000 people. There's a total of 6,917 apartments, ranging from 900 sq ft studios to 5,500 sq ft penthouses.
Jumeirah Beach Residence consists of six residential blocks, namely Shams, Amwaj, Rimal, Bahar, Sadaf, and Murjan, ordered from west to east.
Each cluster comprises multiple buildings offering a wide range of studios, 1-4-bedroom apartments, and 4 - 6-bedroom penthouses.
JBR's skyscrapers lie along a golden beach and stand out with their sandy hues and impressive city and sea views, making them highly coveted residential destinations. The apartments in JBR are available for rent and sale, and the area remains one of the most desirable ones in Dubai.
The most popular clusters for renting apartments in JBR are Sadaf, Murjan, and Rimal. Sadaf is an 8-tower residential complex completed in 2007 with a whole host of modern amenities such as a gym, sauna, swimming pool, and high-speed elevators.
Murjan consists of 6 towers adjacent to the Dubai Marina Canal. They also feature state-of-the-art amenities that are common to most JBR towers, such as covered parking, a CCTV system, a pool, a gym, and a children's play area.
Rimal is another 6-tower cluster that offers waterfront apartments in Dubai Marina. It has amenities similar to those in other towers.
All of these buildings were completed in 2007 by Dubai Properties and TECOM Group, and have freehold ownership status.
Lifestyle & Things to Do in JBR
JBR is a bustling community with a vibrant lifestyle that appeals to bachelors and young families. The lifestyle here revolves around the beach, dining, and nightlife, making it great for those looking for the best that Dubai has to offer.
Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai boasts an irresistible array of leisure activities. 'The Beach, JBR' is famous for beachfront fun, including sun beds, and watersports like jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, and banana boating. It's home to 'AquaFun', an inflatable waterpark with plenty of games. There's also a plethora of beachfront restaurants and shops, as well as a branch of Roxy Cinemas where you can watch the latest blockbusters.
Further, 'The Walk' opens avenues to an outdoor shopping and dining waterfront promenade stretching across 1.5 km, with an array of boutiques, art galleries, alfresco restaurants, and street entertainment.
The dynamism continues into the night with a buzzing nightlife. JBR is home to several nightclubs, such as Bla Bla and Lock Stock & Barrel, ensuring there's never a dull moment for the nocturnals.
Want more? Head to Bluewaters Island, connected to JBR by a pedestrian bridge, and offers plenty of leisure options such as Brass Monkey and Madame Tussauds wax museum.
Amenities
Amenities in JBR ensure that residents have nothing to worry about. Healthcare facilities like Medcare Medical Centre and Dentcare JBR Medical Center provide quality medical services.
Supermarkets like Carrefour Market and Beach Waves supermarket cater to all grocery needs. There's also a variety of nurseries and mosques in the area, as well as schools, churches, and temples in nearby areas.
Fitness enthusiasts have access to gyms and health clubs within their building. There are also world-class swimming pools for relaxation after a long day of work. Furthermore, many restaurants offer various global cuisines, while retail outlets meet all shopping desires, with the large Dubai Marina Mall just a few minutes away.
Transportation in JBR
You'll never have to worry about public transportation in JBR as it has 2 tram stations connecting it with 2 metro stations in Dubai Marina, namely the Sobha Realty and DMCC metro stations. Taxis are usually available too. Given its great connectivity, JBR is great for those who don't drive.
However, the area is known for heavy traffic jams during rush hours and weekends, so it's advisable to use public transportation at these times due to the lack of parking spaces.
JBR Location
JBR is within walking distance from Dubai Marina and is very close to Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT). It's connected to Bluewaters Island and is also near business hubs like Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City, making it great for working professionals.
Property types
* Distribution of property types in this community.
Apartment prices starting from
For rent : 75,000 AED/year
For sale : 1,000,000 AED
* Based on listing prices in last 3 months.
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- 5/5
Wonderful
Salil Al Kuwait, 8 years ago
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