The Residence 7, Downtown Dubai

• Parking
• Gym
• Pet-friendly?
• Floor plans
• Renting property
• Buying property
• Getting around
• Restaurants nearby

The Residence 7, also known as Burj Residence 7, is a 40-floor high-rise apartment building that features a collection of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and podium villas. It is one of the nine residential towers in the apartment complex called The Residences or Burj Residences, a luxury project of Emaar Properties. The project was handed over in the year 2007, boasting 1,056 residential units, a library, a daycare, a fitness centre and squash courts.

Securing an ideal location in the city’s favourite area, Downtown Dubai, Burj Residence Tower 7 offers spectacular views of Dubai’s most popular landmark – Burj Khalifa. Residents of Tower 7 also enjoy proximity to recreational spots such as The Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar and Dubai Aquarium.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Downtown Dubai
• Developer: Emaar Properties
• Number of floors: 40-storey
• Unit type: 1, 2 and 3-bedroom
• Amenities: swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna and Jacuzzi

There is a four-level space for parking in The Residence 7, which provides ample parking space for residents. However, visitors will have to locate a parking spot outside the tower, on the nearby streets.

The high-speed elevators in The Residence 7, Dubai permit easy and quick access to apartments.

Burj Residences Tower 7 offers top-notch maintenance and security services for the safety of residents. There is a 24-hour mobile security service in this gated neighbourhood, along with round-the-clock monitoring surveillance cameras. Some additional facilities include emergency electricity backup generators. All projects of Emaar enjoy district cooling that is provided by Emaar’s private plants, Empower.

The multi-function rooms and meeting room in Burj Residences Tower 7 can be utilised as event spaces for organising social meetups.

Fitness facilities include a fully equipped gymnasium in The Residence 7, Downtown Dubai. Those who are interested in outdoor activities can enjoy squash and badminton in the courts.

Lifestyle amenities in the tower include a safe play area for kids and a daycare centre. In addition to that, residents can enjoy squash courts, a swimming pool, a sauna, jacuzzi and multiple steam rooms. There is also a mini theatre in the complex, where movie fans can enjoy their favourite pick on weekends. Readers of the community can spend a perfect getaway with their favourite book at the well-stocked library in the complex.

The building has 24-hour concierge services. Visitors and guests are welcomed into a grand lobby where there is a reception desk that caters to all sorts of queries.

Pets are allowed in the building.

The Residences Tower 7 has prepared for unexpected emergencies by including some high-standard emergency equipment. These safety features include a fire alarm and fire-fighting system. Moreover, there’s an emergency escape route in case of an emergency evacuation.

A simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans is available on Bayut’s website. You can get a better understanding of these unit types and bed types by browsing floor plans for The Residence 7.

There is a wide selection of apartments in Burj Residence 7 equipped with high-end amenities. These are divided into 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedrooms luxury apartments. The tower also features villas at podium level.

The 1-bedroom apartments in Burj Residence 7 come in 11 different configurations and vary in sizes that range between 906 sq. ft. to 1,092 sq. ft. The kitchens come fully fitted in these units. One large master bedroom comes with an attached bath and closet space. Residents can look outside and enjoy scenic views from the floor-to-ceiling glass windows in the hall. Moreover, there’s a large balcony that also offers picturesque views of the community.

Built on two different configurations, the 2-bedroom apartments in The Residences Tower 7 Downtown Dubai come in varying surface areas, ranging between 1,365 sq. ft. to 1,431 sq. ft. Each unit comes with furnished floors, fully-fitted kitchens, en-suite master bedrooms and a balcony. The full-length windows fitted in the hallway let plenty of light inside and offer panoramic views, which can be enjoyed from inside the home.

The total area of 3-bedroom apartments in Burj Residence Tower 7 range between 1,838 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. In these large units, one can expect high-length windows which makes the unit bright and offer stunning community views. Moreover, one can find a spacious living area that gives access to a balcony, a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area, three large en-suite bedrooms with closet space, a maid’s room, a laundry area and a guest toilet.

The Residences Tower 7, Downtown, Dubai also features podium villas. These have an average area of 3,175 sq. ft. and come with three bedrooms. These fully furnished villas are duplexes, with multiple parking spaces and panoramic balconies featuring splendid sights of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountains.

• The 1-bedroom apartment for rent in Burj Residence Tower 7 comes in AED 105k to AED 125k
• Annual rental prices for 2-bedroom apartments in Burj Residence 7 start from AED 130k and can go up to AED 170k
• Tenants can rent 3-bedroom apartments in Burj Residence Tower 7 with around AED 350k

Apartments for rent in The Residence 7 offers quite an attractive price range, considering the ideal location and amenities offered here. Tenants can pay the rent in four post-dated cheques, however, the number of cheques can vary depending on your contract with the landlord. One can also check other apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai for more options.

• Prices of 1-bedroom apartments for sale in Residence 7 start from AED 1.5M and can go up to AED 1.6M
• The prices of 2-bedroom apartments for sale in The Residence 7 range between AED 1.4M to AED 3.9M
• 3-bed apartments for sale in The Residence 7 are available in the price range of AED 4.9M to 9M

The apartments for sale in The Residence 7 come with luxurious lifestyle amenities. Those looking to buy a property in The Residence 7 will find the prices to be cheaper compared to other apartments for sale in Downtown Dubai. The Residences Tower 7 Dubai also offers different easy payment schedules for the convenience of buyers.

The tower provides direct access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard and easy access to Sheikh Zayed Road which is favourable for those who drive their own cars. The tower also has the benefit of being close to many bus terminals and metro stations.

The nearest bus stations are East Height Tower bus stop and The Binary Tower 1 bus stop. It takes only 5 minutes to reach these, via car.

The nearest Dubai metro stations include Business Bay Metro Station and Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station located at a driving distance of 8 and 9 minutes, respectively.

Residents can catch a tram ride from Dubai Marina Tram Station, 9-minute drive away.

A wide range of cafes and restaurants are dotted outside The Residence 7. Some of the nearest ones include:

• Yeldizlar
• Bosporus
• Taikun 
• Coppasta

If you have a knack for Turkish food, visit the best Turkish restaurant in Downtown – Bosporus, it takes only 9 minutes to reach there. It gives both indoor and outdoor dining facilities with the availability of shisha and if you are lazy enough to go there, it provides you with home delivery services.

Taikun is an Asian restaurant that is known for its traditional Japanese cuisines. The beauty of this place is its Izakaya style dining, with lounge booths and a garden terrace which makes it look luxurious-both indoor and outdoor. One can also enjoy late-night food, brunch services and find vegan-friendly options here. Moreover, it is a perfect place to party as it offers nightlife with a full bar and also has special ladies hours from 7 PM to 10 PM on Wednesdays. Taikun is located at a 4-minute walking distance from The Residence 7.

Coppasta is an Italian restaurant; the finest in downtown, located at a 3-minute driving distance. The restaurant is vegan friendly and features live music. One can easily get free parking here, which is quite a rare commodity to find in a public place in Dubai. It has a kid-friendly environment with both outdoor and indoor sitting along with Wi-Fi.

Some fine dining restaurants in Downtown Dubai near Burj Residence 7 are:

• Bice Mare
• At.Mosphere

Residents can enjoy luxury dining at Bice Mare, which is located in Souk Al Bahar, at level 3. It is only 5 minutes away from The Residence Tower 7. The place offers Italian inspired seafood, which the visitors can enjoy on the terrace, overlooking the stunning fountain show and the iconic Burj Khalifa. Another fine-dining option is At.Mosphere, located in Burj Khalifa, 6 minutes away. It serves International cuisines.

The supermarkets near Burj Residence 7 include:

• Spinneys
• Carrefour
• Choithrams

There are several grocery options located in the neighbourhood. One can find several branches of Spinneys nearby. The closest one is just 8 minutes away on foot. Carrefour in Burj View Towers takes a 15-minute walk, while Choithrams is a 6-minute drive away. Other supermarkets such as Al Maya Supermarket, ZOOM, Caesar Supermarket, W Mart Fresh and West Zone Fresh Supermarket are also in the vicinity.

Schools located close to The Residence 7:

• GEMS Our Own Indian School
• Salma Ansaria Elementary School
• Hartland International School

There are many good options for parents living in Residence 7 Tower in Downtown Dubai. All of the three schools listed above are located within 11 minutes drive away. These institutions offer quality education.

• Boulevard Central – residential complex
• 8 Boulevard Walk – residential tower
• Burj Views – residential complex

The buildings located just at a walking distance from Burj Residence 7 includes its sister-buildings, like The Residence 5, The Residence 1 and The Residence 4. Some other residential buildings that share the neighbourhood are also luxury projects by Emaar, these include Boulevard Central, 8 Boulevard Walk and Burj Views.

The major landmarks nearby are:

• Dubai Opera
• Burj Park
• Dubai Mall

Those who fancy morning/evening walks, jogging or cycling can visit the lush-green Burj Park, located 5 minutes away. It is a perfect place to enjoy quality family time and also the nearest architectural wonder that presents art fixtures and inclusive walkways. The best thing is that you can do all these fun-filled activities in Burj Park while enjoying the view of the iconic Burj Khalifa.

Dubai Opera is a perfect place for art lovers. It is the foremost performing arts theatre located at a short walking distance of 6 minutes. It doesn’t matter if you are a music or drama person because Dubai Opera offers all the musical and drama shows, stand-up comedy, jazz performances and musical concerts.

Residents can enjoy numerous recreational activities at places like Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, The Dubai Fountain and Dubai Mall. Dubai Mall is located at a driving distance of 7 minutes and is a perfect place for retail therapy.

Burj Residence 7 offers an array of luxurious amenities such as a free parking facility, nearby public transportation, a gymnasium and spot-on maintenance. The building also enjoys a number of other facilities in Downtown Dubai. However, the area can get a little crowded, especially during weekends which can be problematic for those who are accustomed to peace and tranquillity.

There are 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed apartments for rent and sale in The Residence 7.

Yes, there is a gym and a swimming pool in The Residence 7.