Marina Residences 1, Palm Jumeirah

Marina Residences 1 is a mid-rise residential building. It is part of a multi-building complex, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah. It stands 15 floors above ground featuring a mix of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom furnished apartments and 4-bedroom luxurious penthouses. These units reflect the highest standards of luxury and comfort and provide several amenities.

Palm Jumeirah is a stunning man-made island in Dubai that is built in the shape of a palm tree. Located at the edge of its trunk, Marina Residences is a development of Nakheel PJSC. The project was launched in the year 2006 and handed over in 2009. It was designed by Dar Al-Handasah, consisting of six residential buildings that house a total of 940 units.

• Located in Palm Jumeirah
• Part of Marina Residences
• A 15-storey, mid-rise building with 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and penthouses
• Partial views of the Marina or The Atlantis
• Palm Jumeirah Park is around the corner
• Shared pool and gymnasium within the premises
• Easy access from Sheikh Zayed Road

There is one parking space designated for each apartment. However, there is no free parking available for visitors.

There are high-speed elevators in Marina Residences 1, Palm Jumeirah that require card access.

Marina Residences 1 keeps a very tight security to keep the building safe from any intrusions. There are security guards for the building. The lifts require an access key card and visitors must show proper invitation to enter. Maintenance-related issues are addressed by the maintenance staff, while the cooling services are supplied by Empower.

There is a shared gymnasium and a swimming pool in Marina Residences 1, Palm Jumeirah.

Concierge services are available on the ground floor. A high-end lobby welcomes visitors. There is also a reception desk in the lobby for assistance.

Like many other residential buildings in Palm Jumeirah, pets are allowed in Marina Residences 1.

The building features a fire alarm on each floor with sensitive smoke detection sensors.

The residential units in Marina Residences 1 come in different floor plans and configuration.

• 1-bedroom apartments in Marina Residences 1 consist of one unit type
• 2-bedroom apartments in Marina Residences 1 consist of one unit type
• 3-bedroom apartments in Marina Residences 1 consist of two different unit types
• 4-bedroom penthouses in Marina Residences 1 consist of three different unit types

A sample floor plan by Bayut is available on the website. You can view these floor plans for Marina Residences 1 in the 2D and 3D format for a detailed overview.

The apartments in Marina Residences 1 are divided into 1, 2 and 3-bedroom units and 4-bedroom penthouses. The building offers timber floored master bedrooms with tiled balconies and double glazed windows. The apartments are also provided with walk-in-closets or dressing rooms with shelves.

Designed on a single floor plan, the 1-bedroom flats in Marina Residences 1 are well maintained. These units come with a spacious hallway combined with a dining area and a semi-open kitchen. The master bedroom comes with a dressing room and an attached bathroom. There is also a guest toilet out in the hallway.

2-bedroom apartments in Marina Residences 1 have a unique outlook, coming in just one configuration. The built-up area for these units ranges between 1,200 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. The units feature two bedrooms with dressing rooms and attached bathrooms. The living area opens into a balcony and a kitchen. Moreover, there is a maid’s room with an attached bath and a separate guest toilet.

The 3-bedroom apartments come in two different configurations, with the surface area ranging between 2,400 sq. ft. to 2,700 sq. ft. The master bedrooms come with an attached bath, while the other two bedrooms share a bathroom. The master bedroom has a dressing room while the other two bedrooms have built-in closets. There is a large living hall, a dining area and a kitchen. You can also find a maid’s room and a large balcony.

The duplex penthouses in Marina Residences 1 come in three different configurations. All 4 bedrooms are spacious and come with walk-in closets and attached bathrooms. There are two hallways, a separate dining room, a large kitchen, a maid’s room, a powder room and a laundry area. One will also find a spacious terrace and balconies in these penthouses.

• The rental prices of 2-bedroom apartments in Marina Residences 1 range between AED 93k to AED 130k

Those who look forward to seeking an escape from fast-paced city life can rent apartments in Marina Residence 1. Flats here are spacious and luxurious, offering an unparalleled lifestyle in the most sought-after places in Dubai. You can also find similar units in the community by browsing apartments for rent in Palm Jumeirah.

• The selling cost of 2-bedroom apartments range between AED 1.3M to AED 1.85M
• Starting from AED 2.5M, 3-bedroom units in Marina Residences 1 can cost up to AED 3.15M

Apartments for sale in Marina residences 1 are a great investment opportunity for investors as they offer high rental yields. You can also compare the sale trends for Marina Residences 1 apartments with other apartments for sale in Palm Jumeirah.

There is a lack of public transportation near Marina Residences 1. Those who own a car can get easy access to the rest of the city from the Sheikh Zayed Road.

Royal Mirage Hotel Bus station is the nearest, available within a 10-minute drive.

You can reach the nearest metro stations, covering a distance of 13-minute in a car. These are DAMAC Properties Metro station and Nakheel Metro Station.

Tram stations are comparatively closer, the nearest one from Marina Residences 1 is Al Sufouh Tram station, available in a 6-minute drive.

The tower is surrounded by many cafes and restaurants. Some casual-dining places nearby include:

• Ella’s Eatery
• Great British Restaurant
• Asian Kitchen

Ella’s Eatery is a fast-food restaurant with healthy food choices as well. Offering a relaxed atmosphere, it is a 10-minute drive from the tower. Great British Restaurant, as the name suggests, is a British restaurant. The place offers breakfast, brunch and buffet services, where visitors can enjoy traditional English cuisines. Great British Restaurant also features a full bar. It is just a 4-minute drive from Marina Residence 1. Another casual dining place is Asian Kitchen located at an 8-minute drive.

This building is surrounded by some of the most popular Palm Jumeirah restaurants, including:

• Flow Kitchen
• Cinque
• Eauzone

Flow Kitchen in Hotel Fairmont The Palm is located at a short drive of 5-minute. Serving innovative international cuisines, with a combination of Mediterranean, Indian and Arabian classics, it also features a full bar and buffet and brunch services. Cinque in FIVE Palm Jumeirah is an Italian restaurant, just 6-minute away. Eauzone is located in One & Only Royal Mirage, 10-minute away from the residence and serves Asian, Thai and Japanese foods.

One can find numerous supermarkets near Marina Residences 1. Some are:

• All Day Fresh Supermarket
• Waitrose
• West Zone Supermarket
• Spinneys

All Day Fresh Supermarket is the nearest grocery store, located 6-minute away. A branch of Waitrose Supermarket is also nearby, located at an 8-minute drive. This popular grocery store stores all the basic grocery items, including dairy, fruits and vegetables. A branch of Spinneys Supermarket is 8-minute away while West Zone Supermarket is accessible with an 11-minute drive.

• Oceana Residence – Residential Complex
• Tiara Residence – Residential Complex
• The Fairmont Palm Residences – Residential Complex

Marina Residence is located at the trunk of Palm Jumeirah, sharing a neighbourhood with popular residential projects such as Tiara Residence and Oceana Residence. One will also find a Fairmont Palm Residences, a residential building with 1 to 5-bedroom apartments.

Some well-known places near the tower are:

• The View at The Palm
• Dolphin Bay
• The Pointe

The View at The Palm is a viewing platform located at the highest floor of The Palm Tower, 6-minute away. The promising tourist attraction stands 250 meters above the ground and offers magnificent views of Dubai skyline, Arabian Gulf and The Palm Jumeirah. There are also private areas and VIP lounges where one can organise private parties and events.

Dolphin Bay is a popular leisure destination located at a 10-minute drive. Here one can enjoy activities like scuba diving and swimming with dolphins and other watersports. A retail and entertainment option near Marina Residences is The Pointe, located at a distance of 6-minute.

Marina Residences 1 offer very spacious units with natural lights flowing through the apartments. However, those living here can face inconveniences regarding extreme security, as a key card is required to access the lifts which can be challenging to invite guests and home deliveries. Additionally, all the outsiders/workmen have to show their Emirates ID before entering.