Al Samar 2, The Greens

Al Samar complex in The Greens comprises four residential buildings with 452 residential units divided into studios, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. The word Al Samar is taken from ‘Sammara’ that are two types of medium-sized trees Acacia, native to Africa and also found in the Middle Eastern region. Al Samar 2 is one of the apartment buildings in the complex. It is a modern building with landscape garden, streetscapes and encloses to a private courtyard.

The Greens is an elegant residential community located in the heart of Dubai. It consists of 40 low-rise residential apartment buildings located across 10 complexes. Its proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road provides access to neighbouring areas after a short drive. It is a fully established community that offers various budget-friendly housing options, residents can expect to pay at an average of AED 38k per annum for The Greens Dubai apartments for rent. The serene neighbourhood is a part of Emirates Living communities and a project by master developers Emaar Properties.

• Located in The Greens
• Offers studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Pet-friendly apartment building
• Balcony in almost each residential unit
• Gated swimming pool for adults and children
• Basketball court and a children’s play area
• Community hall and lush courtyards
• Basement parking for residents
• Situated along Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)
• Neighbours include Emirates Hills, Meadows Dubai and Barsha Heights

Finding a parking spot isn’t a hassle since Al Samar 2 offers ample parking space to residents. It has covered, safe and secure parking spots in the basement.

To ensure the safety of residents, Al Samar has assigned capable security staff who perform their duty 24-hours. The security staff keeps an eye on everything and is available 24/7 to help residents, the installation of CCTV cameras and intercoms has made the task convenient for them. Residents have to pay maintenance, district cooling and DEWA charges in service charges. Al Samar 2 also has a maintenance staff in case of emergency work.

The community hall of the apartment building can be used to host private or official events. The hall itself arranges annual events which bring tenants close to each other and creates a strong connection with other community members.

Fitness enthusiasts living in Al Samar 2 can keep themselves fit at gymnasium and swimming pools. Youngsters can try their hand on basketball at the court present in the vicinity of the apartment building while the elderly can walk on the landscaped gardens.

The apartments of Al Samar 2 are stylishly designed that embrace urban living through a basketball court, a children’s play area, adult and children swimming pools, lush courtyards and a barbecue area.

Al Samar 2 is a pet-friendly apartment building. Pet-owners can walk and play with their pets in the locality with ease.

The residential units in Al Samar 2 come in different floor plans and configuration. Here is the floor plan of the apartment building:

• Studio apartments in Al Samar 2 consist of one unit types
• 1-bedroom apartments in Al Samar 2 consist of three different unit types
• 2-bedroom apartments in Al Samar 2 consist of five different unit types

Bayut has worked on creating a simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans on the website. You can easily find the unit type and bed type you’re interested in by browsing floor plans of Al Samar 2.

Al Samar 2 offers studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. All the residential units are elegantly designed and offer a balcony.

Studio apartments in Al Samar 2 come with one type of floor plan. They consist of a sleeping area with living and dining, kitchen, bathroom and a balcony. For the convenience of residents, a laundry setup is available in the residential unit.

Available in three types of layouts, 1-bedroom apartments in Al Samar 2 sprawl over an area of 742 sq. ft. to 1,089 sq. ft. These units come with an attached bathroom and built-in wardrobe in the bedroom, living and dining area, kitchen, laundry and a balcony.

2-bedroom apartments in Al Samar 2 are available in five types of configurations. The average coverage area of these units is 1,417 sq. ft. They have an en-suite bathroom in the master bedroom, living with a dining room, kitchen, balcony and laundry room. The unique feature of these units is the availability of storeroom and study room.

Residents will find apartments on rent in Al Samar 2 in a pocket-friendly range. The rental trend is as follows:

• Annual rent of 1-bedroom apartment starts from AED 56k and goes up to AED 65K
• One can rent a 2-bedroom apartment in AED 105k to AED 124k per year

Residents have the option to pay annual lease on a quarterly basis, the most convenient method for paying rent is post-dated cheques on the required date. To attain a flat in Al Samar 2, one must confirm the payment status before moving.

Those looking to buy apartments in Al Samar 2, the sales trend is as follows:

• The sale price of 1-bedroom apartment in Al Samar 2 ranges between AED 775k to AED 1M

The sale price of these units is a bit pricey as compare to other apartments for sale in The Greens Dubai.

These figures are based on the services charges for Al Samar 2 as per the Dubai Land Department. There are many different types of service charges in Dubai, read up on the service charges guide if you are interested in buying a property in Dubai.

*These figures are as of November 2019. Please note that these service charges are subject to change.

Residents of the apartment building can easily access public transportation in Dubai – bus station and metro service. Al Barsha Heights Mashael Building, The Greens Al Dhafra, The Greens Terminus and The Greens Al Sidir are the nearest bus stations, located 2-5 minutes away.

Those looking for metro stations will find Dubai Internet City Metro Station, Damac Properties and Sharaf DG at a short drive of 5-10 minutes.

The latest mode of public transportation, tram service also has a few stations within a 5-10 minute drive. These include Al Sufouh, Palm Jumeirah and Marina Towers.

Residents can find a wide range of restaurants near Al Samar 3 including:

• Bazerkan
• Wagamama
• Beef King Chinese Restaurant

Bazerkan Lebanese Restaurant brings you a family-style experience rich with flavour, variety and freshness. The restaurant offers authentic Lebanese cuisine prepared with the finest Lebanese ingredients. It is located at a 4-minute drive from the apartment building.

Foodies can enjoy Arabic and Japanese menu at Wagamama that offers great outdoor seating surrounded by green trees. It has a special menu for kids along with facilities for disabled guests. The restaurant is accessible in a 4-minute drive.

For fine-dining restaurants, residents can head to,

• Eauzone
• Tagine
• Maiden Shanghai

Eauzone is a beachside restaurant located in One&Only Royal Mirage, a 5-star hotel in Dubai. The restaurant serves traditional Asian cuisine with a modern twist. Foodies can enjoy the flavorful food while sitting on tables that are laid under canopies with scenic waterways behind you. If you are going with friends or family, the restaurant has a teppanyaki station to make your gatherings a memorable one.

Tagine is another fine-dining restaurant in One&Only Royal Mirage, known for serving Moroccan cuisine. Marrakesh inspired ambience will take you to a whole new culinary journey. The tobacco-coloured walls are hand polished and plastered with wax to create a magical setting in the restaurant. The One&Only Royal Mirage hotel is located at an approximate distance of 9-minute drive.

Along with various local supermarkets and mini-marts, residents can find plenty of popular supermarkets near Al Samar 2 for daily or monthly grocery shopping. Most of the supermarkets are located within a 4-5 minute drive, the nearest ones are:

• Choithrams
• Carrefour
• F Mart Supermarket

Other supermarkets nearby include Aswaaq Mart, Pearl Mart Supermarket and Day Mart. The one-stop-shop for Asian wholesome items in 1004 Gourmet located within a 10-minute drive from Al Samar 2. It also has a café that serves healthy daily specials for health enthusiasts along with a wide range of healthy food.

• Al Thayyal
• Al Jaz
• Al Arta

Al Samar 2 is close to other residential complexes of The Green including Al Thayyal, Al Jaz and Al Arta. The buildings of these complexes are at a walking distance of 8-10 minutes from Al Samar 2.

A few notable landmarks nearby include:

• Jebel Ali Racecourse
• Mall of the Emirates
• Antique Museum

The track and grandstand at Jebel Ali Racecourse were constructed in 1990 to promote the traditional sports of Arabs – horse riding. It is located a 5-minute drive via Jebel Ali Racecourse Road, the racecourse offers seats for over 2000 people at a time and is known for its garden party-like atmosphere.

Mall of the Emirates is a must-see tourist destination for adventure seekers. It features a ski field, a cinema complex and more than 630 shopping outlets of the world’s best brands. The ground floor of the mall always keeps busy with colourful fashion shows or family events. If your ultimate purpose is shopping, then stay at Kempinski or Sheraton Hotel, located adjacent to the mall. Both hotels offer easy access to Burj Al Arab and Umm Suqeim Beach.

Those who enjoy collecting antiques should visit the Antique Museum, a treasure trove filled with unique home décor items. It is a colourful bazaar packed with imported items from Turkey, India, Southeast Asia and other parts of the Middle East. The passageways of the museum will remind you of Ali Baba’s cavern, dark and dusty from inside and crammed with twinkling trinkets. The museum is located in the heart of Al Quoz.

Al Samar 2 offers comfortable residential units in a peaceful and tranquil community. Those planning to move should consider the lack of parking space in the neighbourhood. It might be problematic for those who own more than one car.