Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)

Jumeirah Beach Residence, commonly known as JBR, is one of the most popular waterfront communities in Dubai. Developed by Dubai Properties, it features 40 towers, including residential buildings and hotels, set along a 1.7 km stretch of shoreline in Dubai Marina. The community is divided into clusters including Shams, Amwaj, Rimal, Bahar, Sadaf and Murjan. With its mix of Mediterranean and Arabic-inspired architecture, JBR offers apartments ranging from studios to luxury penthouses.

• 1.7 km waterfront community developed by Dubai Properties
• Around 40 towers (35 residential, 5 hotels) with 6,900+ apartments
• Served by Dubai Tram (JBR 1 and 2), buses and nearby Metro stations
• One of the most popular freehold areas in Dubai

JBR is a bustling lifestyle destination with a blend of residential, retail and leisure facilities. The Walk at JBR is a lively 1.7 km promenade lined with shops, cafés and restaurants, while The Beach is a beachfront retail and dining hub offering views of Ain Dubai on Bluewaters Island. With pedestrian-friendly spaces, entertainment venues and direct beach access, JBR attracts tourists, property investors and home renters alike.

Apartments in JBR range from studios to 4-bedroom units and spacious penthouses. Properties feature modern layouts, balconies with views of the marina or sea, and access to shared facilities such as swimming pools, gyms and parking. The community is also known for its high rental yields, with studios often achieving one of the strongest ROIs in the area.

Those looking for JBR floor plans can browse through the floor plans available for popular buildings.

JBR is one of Dubai’s most dynamic waterfront destinations with a mix of high-end hotels, stunning ATMs of beach access, and seamless connectivity to The Walk, The Beach, and Bluewaters Island. It is home to one of the best beaches and beach clubs in Dubai, nightlife options, restaurants and hotels.

• Amwaj Rotana: Situated directly on The Walk, Amwaj Rotana offers the largest rooms in JBR (301 total), each with private balconies overlooking the Arabian Gulf or Palm Jumeirah.
• Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach: A five-star luxury hotel at the western end of The Walk, this property offers direct access to JBR Beach and panoramic views of the sea.
• Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach: At the entrance to JBR, Mövenpick features 297 beach-facing rooms, known for its family-friendly atmosphere, international buffet and themed dining options.
• JA Ocean View Hotel: A modern 5-star property located near JBR Tram Station 2, offering 342 contemporary sea-view rooms.
• Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai: Found on Bluewaters Island, just steps from JBR, this luxury resort includes the main hotel (178 suites), the Resort (301 rooms), and The Residences. Guests enjoy private beach access, six dining venues, a spa, and spectacular views of Ain Dubai.

JBR is well connected by public and private transport. The Dubai Tram serves the area with JBR 1 and JBR 2 stations, while buses 8, 84 and F55A also pass through. The nearest metro stations are DMCC and Sobha Realty on the Red Line, both a short walk or tram ride away.

Most residential towers offer dedicated parking, and visitors can use paid parking facilities or mall car parks nearby.

Residents can find supermarkets such as Carrefour Market, Al Maya and Zoom within JBR.

There are quite a few mosques in JBR at convenient intervals. Each apartment cluster is home to at least one mosque. Apart from those options, residents can visit Musabeh Al Fattan Mosque and Al-Rahim Mosque, nearby.

Nurseries in JBR include Toddler Town British Nursery and British Orchard Nursery in JBR, catering to early years education. For older children, schools such as Dubai British School in Jumeirah Park and Regent International School in The Greens are within a 15 to 20-minute drive.

Medical services are available at Medcare Medical Centre JBR and Emirates Hospitals Clinic in JBR. Specialist hospitals such as Saudi German Hospital and Al Zahra Hospital in Al Barsha are around 15 minutes away.

The Walk at JBR offers over 300 shops and dining outlets, creating a vibrant outdoor retail strip.

The Beach complex brings international restaurants, cafés, a cinema and beachfront leisure activities. Residents and visitors can enjoy entertainment such as cinemas, gyms, spas and watersports along the shoreline.

Cafes and restaurants in JBR are undoubtedly the best highlights of the area. The Walk at JBR is lined with American food chains, coffee shops, juice bars, gelato counters and a variety of casual and fine dining options. The Beach is also home to Catch 22, which serves American dishes, the Emirati restaurant Seven Sands, Italian bistro Bianca and more.

JBR Beach is one of the best public beaches in Dubai, offering swimming, sunbathing, jogging and a variety of watersports. Sea Breeze at The Beach is the designated beach sports venue, Splashpad is widely popular among kids and AquaFun is the largest inflatable water park located right opposite JBR Beach.

The community also provides direct access to Bluewaters Island, home to Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel.

JBR is a high-demand lifestyle destination, which means traffic congestion is common during weekends and peak hours. Parking for visitors can be limited, but residents typically have allocated spaces within their towers.

• Dubai Marina Mall: 5 minutes
• Bluewaters Island: 5 minutes
• Palm Jumeirah: 10 minutes
• Downtown Dubai: 25 minutes
• Dubai International Airport: 30 minutes

Is JBR freehold?

Yes, JBR is a freehold community, allowing foreigners to buy apartments in the area.

How far is JBR from Downtown Dubai?

Downtown Dubai is about 25 minutes away by car, depending on traffic.

Does JBR have a Metro station?

The nearest metro stations are DMCC and Sobha Realty on the Red Line, linked to JBR by the Dubai Tram.

What leisure options are available in JBR?

Residents enjoy The Walk, The Beach, cinemas, gyms, watersports and proximity to Bluewaters Island with Ain Dubai.

Is JBR a good place to live?

Living in JBR is ideal for families and young professionals alike. The area has a family-friendly environment with all the basic amenities at hand’s reach. Besides, its proximity to business hubs like Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City makes it a popular choice for frequent commuters.