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Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Dubai International City

Dubai International CityThe Dubai property market offers a whole range of freehold properties, but with so many luxury developments available, the average family can struggle to invest on the market. The good news is that Nakheel development International City is an affordable freehold development with quality and space. A cosmopolitan environment is what Dubai promotes and Dubai International City is a development that does the same.

As concept from Dubai's largest developer Nakheel, International City Dubai is a freehold apartment project that represents the lifestyles and architecture of nine distinct regions in the world, while also offering freehold properties at prices that ordinary Dubai residents can afford. International City also has great appeal to frequent Dubai visitors that want to keep a holiday home in the Emirate.

International City consists of nine different regions: Persia, Greece, Spain, Morocco, England, France, Italy, Russia and China (We can provide an International City Dubai Map on request). Each of these regions consists of buildings that are designed to reflect the cultural heritage and architectural designs of each country. With such a wide spectrum of choice, buyers can choose which region and design suits them best, while not having to pay the earth to live there. This type of diversity has proven popular with local residents, and International City is one of the most popular developments on the market.

Along with The Greens by Emaar, Uptown Mirdiff and Discovery Gardens, another Nakheel development, these projects that target the lower end of the property market have excellent facilities and great communities for couples and small families. Given this high demand, expect to see more affordable freehold projects in the future.

There is a choice of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments at International City, with all residents having access to the many recreation areas that are spread across the 800-hectare plot. With a convenient location adjacent to the DragonMart and another development currently under construction, the Dubai Design Centre, residents have an easy commute to the city.

Other facilities that residents can enjoy living at International City are a huge variety of shops and retail outlets, three schools, outdoor entertainment theatres, restaurants and cafes. There are also transportation services at hand in addition to a large car park for the convenience of residents with cars.

The concept of the whole development is to provide a comfortable and convenient way of life for Dubai residents. The different elements of International City create an international living environment with the best facilities, while staying affordable.

Jumeirah Lake Towers

Welcome to our Jumeirah Lake Towers website a project by master developer Nakheel here you will have free access to our database at the bottom of the page or click HERE where you can find 1000`s of apartments for sale with low down payment of only 10% which in turn will give fantastic return on investment. Also we offer easy payment plans and finance on studios, 1 bedrooms and 2 bedrooms making it a very affordable investment in one of Dubai`s latest developments or Call +971 4 323 1018.

Jumeirah Lake Towers

Jumeirah LakeTowers Overview:

Situated across from the Dubai Marina development, Jumeirah Lake Towers in Dubai is another development of equally impressive size that consists of high-rise buildings scattered around manmade lakes. These buildings represent a variety of commercial and residential properties for freehold purchase and aim to be a further extension to Dubai's growing business community.

A total of 87 towers will be built, many of which are either under construction or soon to be completed, and they will be situated amongst four purpose built manmade lakes and lush, landscaped gardens. Residents also have the luxury of fanastic views out over the newest part of Dubai, including the Marina and the other freehold communities like Emirates Living that are nearby.

The upcoming towers of the development include: Lake Plaza, Al Seef, Al Shera, Al Waleed Paradise, Armada, Concorde Tower, Dubai Arch, Dubai Gate, Falcon Tower, Flamingo, Fortune Executive, Fortune Tower, Global Lake, Goldcrest Views, Green Lakes Towers, HDS Tower, Indigo, Laguna Tower, Lake City, Lake Shore Tower, Lake Terrace, Lake View, Madina Tower, Manchester Tower, Ocean Heights, Palladium, Saba Tower, Tamweel Tower, The Icon, V, Vista de Lago, Vue du Lac and Wind Tower.

The concept of Jumeirah Lake Towers is to mix working and living in perfect harmony. All of the buildings are well finished and offer the latest amenities and services. Commercial buyers can appreciate excellent office space and full security, as well as great services from surrounding facilities. Residents get great facilities within their buildings too, from swimming pools to gymnasiums to saunas to conference centers, every feature of the towers has been considered.

Surrounding the towers is a waterfront promenade, where residents and the working community can enjoy an extensive array of outdoor café's and restaurants throughout the day and even into the night. Retail outlets will also be on hand to make sure all the essential provisions are right on hand for people living and working in the development. It is worth taking a look at the map which clearly shows all the different towers and the names of the developers who are building them.

Dubai Jumeirah Lake TowersBuy Jumeirah LakeTowers:

For the best deals in Jumeirah Lake Towers get in touch with the experts and contact us now. We will assign one of our dedicated real estate consultants to advise you on every aspect of your property purchase making it stress free and easy.

Sell Jumeirah LakeTowers:

If you are looking to sell an apartment or retail space that you have bought in the project then please get in contact with us so that we can give you a current market price and offer it to many of our clients and investors who may be looking for such property.

Properties in Dubai

In Dubai we can offer new and re-sale properties including the popular areas of Lake Terrace - luxury waterfront apartments situated close to the Dubai Marina with vibrant piazza featuring a health club, swimming pool, restaurants and shops, Marina Terrace - located in Dubai Marina and regarded as one of the finest residential addresses in town, Palm Springs and The Waves - again located in Dubai Marina with five star amenities, lush green walkways, waterfront cafes, restaurants and a shopping boulevard, Palm Terrace - offers you one of the world's most envied addresses, situated on the Palm Jumerirah, considered to be the eighth wonder of the world.

Jumerirah Lake Towers - Exclusive 40 storey waterfront properties, the choice of apartments varies from Studios to one and two Bedroom Apartments.

The Residences - a two-tower residential project in the heart if Dubai International Finance Center, each tower is 30 storeys high and offer approximately 216 exquisitely designed one, two and three Bedroom apartments with world class facilities featuring the most advanced temperature controlled swimming pool, Spacious Steam and sauna Room, Jacuzzi, Tennis Court and B.B.Q. area.

Marina Terrace - Elegant one, two and three Bedroom Apartments offer a stunning array of modern amenities and an exclusive lifestyle.

Palm Terrace - Located on the most original island in the world, the Palm Terrace Apartment complex is inspired by the history and culture of Arabia, and located on the shores of the Arabian Gulf.

Lake Terrace - Overlooking picturesque man-made lakes, Lake Terrace offers outstanding lifestyle investment at affordable prices, with ample scope to satisfy your passion for recreation, sport and exercise.

Thinking of buying a property in Dubai but not sure where?


The city next to Burj Downtown and Business Bay

If you look across the city of Dubai, there’s freehold property popping up all over the place, but where is the right place to buy? This all depends on what type of property you want to buy, an apartment or villa, as villas are at present in a limited area, and apartments are everywhere it seems, here are a few general districts that property buyers might want to consider before they buy:

The waterfront option

There are some great properties for sale, either near the waterside, on right on the beach. For all those people with plenty to spend, the Palm Jumeirah is close to completion, and most residents have already moved in. With homes right on the beach, and a great variety of apartments and townhomes on the trunk, everything you need is right here. Amenities and hotels are being constructed now and soon will be open to more and more people. If you can wait a while, then the Palm Jebel Ali is also under construction a few kilometres down the coastline. For apartment buyers, the Dubai Marina is full of various sub-developments of interest, including the original Emaar project and even the Jumeirah Beach Residence, which is right on the beachfront! The choice is yours really, and all these properties cover a variety of prices.

In the middle of the city

Early freehold was restricted to being outside the city, but now there are a number of developments right in the middle of it. Burj Downtown is probably the most recognisable of these, offering a mixture of styles in apartment living with the best facilities possible. Just next-door is Business Bay, which will combine residential and commercial space into one great community next to the creek. On the other side of the city is Festival City, a massive development that will offer entertainment next to luxury living in a variety of exclusive apartments.

Further inland

More and more property developments are being used to extend the city further inland, and these include the established Emirates Living Community and adjacent developments, but most prominently, Dubailand will move the heart of the city. This project will be where there is nothing but deserts now, but many areas, which have been deserted, have seen a massive turnaround from freehold projects. For villas, the Emirates Living Community includes a mix of villas from Emaar, and is the biggest freehold residential area now. Dubai land is set to feature numerous freehold villa sub-developments, which will interest buyers, but again these are several years away from completion.

The great thing about buying in Dubai is that you can live anywhere, by the sea, on the sea (waterhomes on the Palm Jebel Ali), in the city, or way above it by living in Burj Dubai Tower. For buyers that want to live in the new Dubai district, there will be many developments there over the next few years.

Emaar today and Nakheel tomorrow


Emaar today and Nakheel tomorrow

The current property market in Dubai has opened up to introduce new developmenters such as Omniyat, Damac, Vakson and Schon. Theses developers are certainly making their mark on the industry with a variety of single developments and sub-developments within larger projects. However, as the market stands now, there are two leading developers that continue to dominate the construction of freehold property in Dubai and these are Emaar properties and Nakheel properties.

Emaar, the developer that started it all

The flagship developer of freehold property was certainly Emaar, which announced the Dubai Marina project first, and then released the first finished development with The Greens. Since these humble beginnings, Emaar has branched out to add to its already impressive stand within the freehold market, and it is currently responsible for the hugely ambitious Burj Downtown development, including the Burj Tower itself, the tallest building in the world. Other popular Emaar projects include The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes and Emaar Towers. Emaar also has its own branch of financier, Amlak, that previously was the only company to offer mortgages in the market, but now faces competition from a number of international banks in the United Arab Emirates.

Nakheel, leading the way of the future

Nakheel has followed on from Emaar by creating a large number of freehold projects that are more spread across the market, including retail complexes, luxury property and more budget property. Nakheel is most recognised globally as the developer responsible for the Palm trilogy, the first of which is almost complete, and The World. Nakheel has undertaken the difficult task of adding some unique projects onto the Dubai property market, as well as some much-needed cheaper property to bridge the gap between who can afford to own a home here. With International City and Jumeirah Village proving popular with investors, Nakheel is starting to dominate the property market and is set to do so into the next few years with The Waterfront project, Palm Jebel Ali, Palm Deira, and of course, finishing The World and Palm Jumeirah.

The Future of Dubai property

While Emaar and Nakheel will continue to have the most impact on the Dubai property market, there are other new and exciting smaller projects that anyone looking to invest should pay attention to as these can often be cheaper than the more commercialised offerings. The property market is predicted to slow down in the future, but as some projects are expected to extend even as far as 2018, we will see new and exciting developments for years to come.

How to give your well earned savings that extra boost!


Wadi Walk, a popular development in Dubailand

Most Dubai residents are here to save their money, which would be harder back in their home countries, but increasing rents and increasing costs of living are starting to have significant drawbacks on the Dubai lifestyle and levels of savings, especially the former reason. Don’t just let your savings dwindle, put more of your money away, or put your savings to a good cause and buy your own Dubai property!

Save more by owning your own home in Dubai

The biggest drain on savings is the cost of renting accommodation in Dubai; it’s just too high! This is a stark contrast from a few years ago, when property was more affordable to rent and most people reported high saving rates. Now, only two years later, even high earners are feeling the strains of renting property here, and some rents have increased several fold in such a short space of time. For this reason, more and more Dubai residents are investing in their own freehold property, as they realise it’s better to pay out a monthly amount in mortgage than to pay out the same, or even more in rent that doesn’t get you anything for your money. Using your savings for a property means you are investing your savings, not losing them to rent, and you have a great place to live as well.

If you have the funds, why not do some renting of your own

Despite the high rental rates, many people will continue to pay these high rental rates due to the shortage of accommodation on the market, which is a good opportunity for ambitious residents to rent out their own properties. If you own more than one property, one for you to live in, another just as an investment, why not rent it out, and put the income you earn towards your mortgage, it will probably more than cover it! Obviously, not everyone can afford to do this but there are a number of investors that bought cheap early on, and have really reaped the rewards of doing so. Be warned though, some developers, like Emaar, have restrictions on the periods you can rent your house out for, so be sure to do some research first!

Don’t let the recent price increases cause you stress when you can do something about it. Be sure to contact us and solve your rental problems by investing in your own Dubai freehold property and keep your savings high like they should be.

Invest like Donald Trump does!

The Trump International Hotel & Tower on Palm Jumeirah

You don’t have to be a millionaire to invest in your own piece of Dubai freehold property, but it certainly helps! The Palm Jumeirah, a local and international interest for its unique design and concept has also garnered the attention of Donald Trump, who is world renowned for his luxury developments and resorts. Now, he has invested in a project on the Palm Jumeirah, The Trump International Hotel and Tower, a resort hotel and residential complex at the base of the Palm. Extending up 48 stories, this spectacular building will be a landmark for the entire Palm development, as well as blending in with the superb architecture of surrounding developments such as Dubai Pearl and Dubai Marina.

Small-scale property investment is a stepping-stone to large property investment

You may not have a business empire like Donald Trump, but everyone has to start somewhere, and the Dubai real estate market might be a great place to start your dreams of property investment and development. Many people have done this, purchased a few key properties, made a good profit selling them on, and then invested in some more. It’s a way of life for many people here and the only way to get yourself into the business is to make a small start and expand from there.

Get ahead by understanding the Dubai property market

The best real estate agents in Dubai are the ones that fully understand the market and keep track of all new rules and laws. Property investors should certainly do the same! The market is always changing in Dubai, and it changes just as fast as the buildings they construct do, and they generally appear out of nowhere. Check on our blogs to see what’s new on the market, as we try to write about any property news as it happens!

Do property investors know about freehold land in Dubai?

Not only can you buy a property from a freehold development, but also several of these projects have freehold land available within the area. This is not for the faint-hearted, but if you have the capital and the determination, you can build your own development! This is what many of the new smaller property developers have done, purchased land within a larger development then released innovative sub-developments to appeal to Dubai property buyers. As I said before, start small then expand, and this strategy seems to be working for Dubai’s newest developers.

There are lots of opportunities to be captured on the Dubai freehold market, be it in development, property buying or selling. Investors could make the Dubai property business a success if they have the right knowhow and ideas.

Cityscape International Property Show Dubai


Cityscape logo

For all those property investors out there that are not familiar with Cityscape Dubai, it is an international property show that has been held for the past seven years, and each year brings an improved turnout of buyers, seller and exhibitors of all things property. With the Dubai freehold market still in a booming phase, it’s no surprise that this year brought an impressive 50,000 regional property investors, and over 1,000 exhibitors.

The Cityscape International Property Show was only just held this year and finished on the 18th October, but with dates for next year’s event already announced, it will be interesting to see where the Dubai property market is another year down the line compared to now. With a huge array of projects on display, both local and overseas, investors really got a glimpse of the biggest and best freehold projects of commercial and residential use.One thing that was certainly clear from this year’s show is the continuous investor interest in property developments of the United Arab Emirates. Ongoing projects in Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah are climbing in popularity, and the many up market projects on the Dubai real estate scope are still attracting buyers, despite the high levels of price inflation, which have had significant impact on the buying and renting markets. Owning a home is a very popular option with many of the Emirates residents and the large amounts of interest seem to confirm this.

Another interesting result of this year’s Cityscape Dubai was that there is growing interest in new and developing markets such as India, the Philippines, Turkey and Egypt. These markets have really started to follow the leads of the emerging markets of several years ago, such as the United Arab Emirates, which now stands out in the regional property market. With ambitious projects in these developing countries being undertaken by local developers, and large regional developers such as Emaar and Damac, it’s only a matter of time before these countries gain some ground with international property investors as key places to buy.

How to get a mortgage that gets you your dream home in Dubai while saving you money


An Emaar development at Burj Dubai Downtown

Rents just keep going up, your salaries are staying the same, meaning you are losing more and more of your monthly disposable income to a property that you don’t even own! Stop this headache right now and consider buying your own property in Dubai. With so much freehold on the market, and something for all different types of income level, be it modest or very high, there is something out there for you. Even the highest of income earners would agree that paying out more than half your income on rented accommodation is not practical in the long term. Sure, property prices have risen over the past couple of years, but other important factors have been created out of this such as better freehold property law and more choice when taking out a mortgage.

The old situation

Early buyers that needed to get a mortgage to buy property in Dubai were severely restricted in doing so as they had two choices: Amlak, the subsidiary lender of Emaar, or Tamweel, the financier of Nakheel. That was about it as there were the first property developers on the market, and there was no stable law in place.

Fast forward to now

These days, the government has completely opened up the property mortgage market, making it a more competitive place and of huge benefit to homebuyers. A lot more banks are offering home mortgages at competitive rates, and this means that Amlak and Tamweel have lowered their rates. The choice of lenders includes RakBank, HSBC, National Bank of Dubai, Mashreq Bank, Barclays and many, many more. See our mortgage tables for more details on rates and restrictions.

Saving your money through a mortgage

Not only can buying a house mean you are using your income more wisely, but it can also save you money. With some rents spiralling out of control, the monthly amount that you pay out in a mortgage payment, if you find a good deal, will be lower than the amount you would be paying out in rent, and you are buying a house at the same time!

We are happy to help any property investors on the market, whether you are trying to buy a property, sell a property, rent a property, or need more information on the details in between.

Thinking of buying a property in Dubai but not sure where?


The city next to Burj Downtown and Business Bay

If you look across the city of Dubai, there’s freehold property popping up all over the place, but where is the right place to buy? This all depends on what type of property you want to buy, an apartment or villa, as villas are at present in a limited area, and apartments are everywhere it seems, here are a few general districts that property buyers might want to consider before they buy:

The waterfront option

There are some great properties for sale, either near the waterside, on right on the beach. For all those people with plenty to spend, the Palm Jumeirah is close to completion, and most residents have already moved in. With homes right on the beach, and a great variety of apartments and townhomes on the trunk, everything you need is right here. Amenities and hotels are being constructed now and soon will be open to more and more people. If you can wait a while, then the Palm Jebel Ali is also under construction a few kilometres down the coastline. For apartment buyers, the Dubai Marina is full of various sub-developments of interest, including the original Emaar project and even the Jumeirah Beach Residence, which is right on the beachfront! The choice is yours really, and all these properties cover a variety of prices.

In the middle of the city

Early freehold was restricted to being outside the city, but now there are a number of developments right in the middle of it. Burj Downtown is probably the most recognisable of these, offering a mixture of styles in apartment living with the best facilities possible. Just next-door is Business Bay, which will combine residential and commercial space into one great community next to the creek. On the other side of the city is Festival City, a massive development that will offer entertainment next to luxury living in a variety of exclusive apartments.

Further inland

More and more property developments are being used to extend the city further inland, and these include the established Emirates Living Community and adjacent developments, but most prominently, Dubailand will move the heart of the city. This project will be where there is nothing but deserts now, but many areas, which have been deserted, have seen a massive turnaround from freehold projects. For villas, the Emirates Living Community includes a mix of villas from Emaar, and is the biggest freehold residential area now. Dubai land is set to feature numerous freehold villa sub-developments, which will interest buyers, but again these are several years away from completion.

The great thing about buying in Dubai is that you can live anywhere, by the sea, on the sea (waterhomes on the Palm Jebel Ali), in the city, or way above it by living in Burj Dubai Tower. For buyers that want to live in the new Dubai district, there will be many developments there over the next few years.

Emaar today and Nakheel tomorrow


Emaar today and Nakheel tomorrow

The current property market in Dubai has opened up to introduce new developmenters such as Omniyat, Damac, Vakson and Schon. Theses developers are certainly making their mark on the industry with a variety of single developments and sub-developments within larger projects. However, as the market stands now, there are two leading developers that continue to dominate the construction of freehold property in Dubai and these are Emaar properties and Nakheel properties.

Emaar, the developer that started it all

The flagship developer of freehold property was certainly Emaar, which announced the Dubai Marina project first, and then released the first finished development with The Greens. Since these humble beginnings, Emaar has branched out to add to its already impressive stand within the freehold market, and it is currently responsible for the hugely ambitious Burj Downtown development, including the Burj Tower itself, the tallest building in the world. Other popular Emaar projects include The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes and Emaar Towers. Emaar also has its own branch of financier, Amlak, that previously was the only company to offer mortgages in the market, but now faces competition from a number of international banks in the United Arab Emirates.

Nakheel, leading the way of the future

Nakheel has followed on from Emaar by creating a large number of freehold projects that are more spread across the market, including retail complexes, luxury property and more budget property. Nakheel is most recognised globally as the developer responsible for the Palm trilogy, the first of which is almost complete, and The World. Nakheel has undertaken the difficult task of adding some unique projects onto the Dubai property market, as well as some much-needed cheaper property to bridge the gap between who can afford to own a home here. With International City and Jumeirah Village proving popular with investors, Nakheel is starting to dominate the property market and is set to do so into the next few years with The Waterfront project, Palm Jebel Ali, Palm Deira, and of course, finishing The World and Palm Jumeirah.

The Future of Dubai property

While Emaar and Nakheel will continue to have the most impact on the Dubai property market, there are other new and exciting smaller projects that anyone looking to invest should pay attention to as these can often be cheaper than the more commercialised offerings. The property market is predicted to slow down in the future, but as some projects are expected to extend even as far as 2018, we will see new and exciting developments for years to come.

How to give your well earned savings that extra boost!


Wadi Walk, a popular development in Dubailand

Most Dubai residents are here to save their money, which would be harder back in their home countries, but increasing rents and increasing costs of living are starting to have significant drawbacks on the Dubai lifestyle and levels of savings, especially the former reason. Don’t just let your savings dwindle, put more of your money away, or put your savings to a good cause and

Save more by owning your own home in Dubai

The biggest drain on savings is the cost of renting accommodation in Dubai; it’s just too high! This is a stark contrast from a few years ago, when property was more affordable to rent and most people reported high saving rates. Now, only two years later, even high earners are feeling the strains of renting property here, and some rents have increased several fold in such a short space of time. For this reason, more and more Dubai residents are investing in their own freehold property, as they realise it’s better to pay out a monthly amount in mortgage than to pay out the same, or even more in rent that doesn’t get you anything for your money. Using your savings for a property means you are investing your savings, not losing them to rent, and you have a great place to live as well.

If you have the funds, why not do some renting of your own

Despite the high rental rates, many people will continue to pay these high rental rates due to the shortage of accommodation on the market, which is a good opportunity for ambitious residents to rent out their own properties. If you own more than one property, one for you to live in, another just as an investment, why not rent it out, and put the income you earn towards your mortgage, it will probably more than cover it! Obviously, not everyone can afford to do this but there are a number of investors that bought cheap early on, and have really reaped the rewards of doing so. Be warned though, some developers, like Emaar, have restrictions on the periods you can rent your house out for, so be sure to do some research first!

Don’t let the recent price increases cause you stress when you can do something about it. Be sure to contact us and solve your rental problems by investing in your own Dubai freehold property and keep your savings high like they should be.

Palm properties prove profitable for England footballers

atrium-entry-arabic.jpgTurns out profiting from buying freehold in Dubai doesn’t just apply to the common person, as a number of celebrities and leading footballers have taken advantage of Dubai’s prestigious developments to make a killing on their investments. The England football team make a quick stopover here before the World Cup in 2002, and developer Nakheel was quick to offer signature villas to the team at discount prices. For just 600,000 pounds, footballers could own a piece of history with luxury villas fitted out to each owners individual specifications. With such a bargain offer, buyers included David Beckham, Joe Cole, Kieran Dyer, David James, Gary Neville and Ashley Cole.Celebrity property investment in DubaiThe whole idea of offering lower prices to the footballers, although they can obviously afford the villas easily, was to bring a higher level of prestige to the Palm Jumeirah and follow-on developments. The Palm has already been recognised worldwide due to its unique design and innovative living concept, but the added prospect of owning property next to the rich and famous gives property investors an added incentive. Attaching celebrities to the project has made sure that the properties stay highly in demand, and keeps the prices above many other developments that are ongoing in the city. Other celebrities include Michael Schumacher, Shar Rukh Khan and Italian footballer Francesco Totti.A good investment in Dubai real estateNot only has the celebrity investment in the Palm Jumeirah helped to raise the profile of the project, it has also reaped massive rewards for the buyers, even before their projects were finished. Now that the majority of the first Palm development is complete, early buyers can now sell their finished villas for around 2.5 million pounds, a massive profit from the initial discount price, and even early non-celebrity buyers have seen great returns. All in all, it pays to be a celebrity in more ways than one!For more information on buying a property on the Palm Jumeirah or any other Dubai freehold developments

Would you like a swimming pool to go with your Dubai property?


A private swimming pool on a Dubai property development

While most Dubai freehold properties come with communal swimming pools, not many come with their own private pools. The larger, luxury properties certainly do, but the extra cost of buying a luxury property is much higher than just getting a pool added to your current home, after all, you own it! There are many pool installation companies in Dubai, so check your yellow pages for information as most pool installations are completed in 10 days. Adding a pool to your garden is a more affordable option than buying a bigger house, and it is a great way to save money, but live in luxury.

Dubai properties with pools

Several freehold projects in Dubai feature private swimming pools such as all villas on the Palm Jumeirah, Emirates Hills and Jumeirah Islands. The problem with these homes is that not everyone can afford them, actually, very few people can. Properties here start from several million dirhams, which is just not a feasible option for the average resident or property buyer. This makes the build your own pool concept even better.

Dubai properties with optional pools

While you do not have to have a pool with your Dubai property, especially since you already have shared facilities with your home, there are even properties where you can choose to have a pool. The Meadows, Arabian Ranches and Al Kaheel are key Dubai freehold properties that come with a private swimming pool option, and they are considerably cheaper than the previously mentioned freehold developments.

It is your Dubai property!

Don’t be put off adding your own pool if you don’t have the option when you buy. Wherever you live, if you have bought the house then any added features, within reason, are yours to add. Since adding a pool is not as expensive as you would think, and they are available in all shapes and sizes, even for the smallest of gardens, you too can have a pool right outside!

So you think you have missed the boat to the Palm?


A signature villa on the Palm Jumeirah Nakheel’s Palm Jumeirah has been a constant talking point of the Dubai property market, and has been a worldwide phenomenon due to its unique design. If you are a property investor looking to buy a home in Dubai, and thought that the Palm is beyond your reach, then think again. While the development has sold out, that doesn’t mean that you can’t get your hands on any of the luxury apartments, villas and town houses available, or that you can’t buy property on one of the other Palm developments: Jebel Ali Palm and Palm Deira. Getting your property on the Palm Jumeirah There are many properties from the original Palm for sale on the secondary market and if you want to buy a property, this is your only option. Fortunately, there are huge varieties of units available, from the luxury signature villas to garden homes, and apartments that range from one to four bedrooms. More limited in supply are town homes and penthouses, but the owners are out there and by using a reputable estate agent, you can get hold of exactly what you want. Other Palm developments If you want more choice in property, but like the concept of living on a palm-shaped island, then certainly do consider the Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira. The former is very similar to the original Palm Jumeirah, but larger and with extra entertainment venues. This project is well underway and although it is still a few years away from completion, it does have the added features of more facilities, and unique waterhomes for sale. Residents have already moved onto the first Palm Island, but if you have the time to wait, then the Palm Deira may be a wise investment for the future. The Palm Deira will also feature freehold commercial space. Freehold property across Dubai No sensible property investors will limit their search for property to just these few developments. There are some great alternative developments by Nakheel, and so many other projects by a multitude of property developers, so be sure to use a real estate broker to recommend the best investments for you.Don’t wait to buy on the Dubai property market, as properties are being sold each day, and as they face completion, less and less will be available on the market, so get yours now!

Nakheel proven deliverer`s of quality Dubai real estate


Nakheel proven deliverers of quality Dubai real estate

Along with Emaar, Nakheel is Dubai’s other main real estate developer, and it also shares a love of building groundbreaking projects, with some of Dubai’s most famous property being as a result of its initiatives.

Most of the projects that people know of around the world are Nakheel’s work, and arguably the Dubai real estate market took off with its announcement of the Palm Jumeirah project back in 2001. Since then Nakheel has certainly been busy, and created a number of other projects that have captured people’s imagination.

The Palm Jumeirah is most probably the most famous piece of Dubai real estate, perhaps still more so than the Burj Dubai. A man palm shaped made island in the Arabian Gulf, the Palm Jumeirah features a huge array of property, with many apartment options, such as the Golden Mile, Shoreline apartments or Marina apartments. In terms of villas, there are Garden Villas along with the very popular Signature villas which come with their own stretch of private beach and pool. Nakheel didn’t just stop with just one Palm Island though! Oh no, they set about creating two more island ,The Palm Jebel Ali and The Palm Deira, both of which will be bigger than the Palm Jumeirah. The Palm Jebel Ali will have the added bonus of having water homes. Set out in the water, these four bedroom villas on stilts even come with their own private boat mooring.

Clearly having not had their fill of land reclamation with the three Palm Islands, Nakheel has also launched The Word project. Made up of 300 man made islands formed to shape a world map, the project was estimate to have cost 14 Billion USD. Not all that surprising then that buying an island here comes at a high price. Still, a nice development for those who have the money. However not all freehold property from Nakheel has to come in the form of islands out at a sea! For those looking for something a little more practical there is the mammoth Jumeirah Village project. Set to offer a luxury yet affordable life style, the project will contain over 6000 villas, with a multitude of options and designs. The development aims to provide all residents could ever need in the one place with schools, medical facilities, and entertainment facilities all here. Nakheel also has other developments such as Jumeirah Lake Towers, International City, and Jumeirah Islands to its name. Therefore when it comes to buying Nakheel properties, buyers can rest assured they are getting the best.

Palm properties prove profitable for England footballers


atrium-entry-arabic.jpgTurns out profiting from buying freehold in Dubai doesn’t just apply to the common person, as a number of celebrities and leading footballers have taken advantage of Dubai’s prestigious developments to make a killing on their investments. The England football team make a quick stopover here before the World Cup in 2002, and developer Nakheel was quick to offer signature villas to the team at discount prices. For just 600,000 pounds, footballers could own a piece of history with luxury villas fitted out to each owners individual specifications. With such a bargain offer, buyers included David Beckham, Joe Cole, Kieran Dyer, David James, Gary Neville and Ashley Cole.Celebrity property investment in DubaiThe whole idea of offering lower prices to the footballers, although they can obviously afford the villas easily, was to bring a higher level of prestige to the Palm Jumeirah and follow-on developments. The Palm has already been recognised worldwide due to its unique design and innovative living concept, but the added prospect of owning property next to the rich and famous gives property investors an added incentive. Attaching celebrities to the project has made sure that the properties stay highly in demand, and keeps the prices above many other developments that are ongoing in the city. Other celebrities include Michael Schumacher, Shar Rukh Khan and Italian footballer Francesco Totti.A good investment in Dubai real estateNot only has the celebrity investment in the Palm Jumeirah helped to raise the profile of the project, it has also reaped massive rewards for the buyers, even before their projects were finished. Now that the majority of the first Palm development is complete, early buyers can now sell their finished villas for around 2.5 million pounds, a massive profit from the initial discount price, and even early non-celebrity buyers have seen great returns. All in all, it pays to be a celebrity in more ways than one!For more information on buying a property on the Palm Jumeirah or any other Dubai freehold developments, be sure to get in touch with us.

Sell Palm Jumeirah premiums from an investor in the “know”


Sell Palm Jumeirah premiums from an investor in the “know”

Is there ever going to be a good time to sell your property on Palm Jumeirah or Jebel Ali for that matter? This is the question facing many investors at the moment in Dubai and globally. The question was also put to a Dubai based businessman and real estate investor who recently sold his two properties on the Palm Jumeriah, reaping the rewards and a cool 200% premium gain on the payments he had made on the units up till then, infact it was a Garden Home and a Signature Villa. While there is no denying the ROI, he looks upon the completed transactions a tad wistfully at this moment in time.

“Who know, the sharp increases witnessed on the Palms secondary market and Dubai real estate activity could have pushed the premium beyond 300% or even as much as 400% he said” The Palm Jumeirah is certainly on a roll and anything seems possible these days it`s just knowing when to cash in which is certainly a nice problem to have! At the same time last year, secondary market sales related to the Palm Dubai and Dubai property was absolutely inactive and it did lead to doubts for me. But then came the handover of the residences and shoreline apartments starting in earnest late last year, the scenario changed abruptly. Every month since then has seen a mark up in prices being quoted by real estate agents in Dubai to seal a deal. ” In this context , I would still the content with the 200% hike I got - that is still an exceptional sum of money by anyone’s standards.

This investor is just one of thousands that were among the first when sales opened at Nakheel on the Palm Jumeriah way way back in 2002. The going price for a villa then was just Dhs 4.6 Million, can you believe it! You cant even get an Arabian Ranches for that these days. Now, it would be difficult to find the same villa for anything less than Dhs 14,000,000.

Selling a villa in Dubai


Villa at Emirates Hills

It is important for anyone that is selling a villa in Dubai to understand just how much of a shortage of villas there actually is. While it would be an exaggeration to say that sellers hold all the cards in a property deal, it is not an exaggeration to say that a number of popular villa developments have seen potential buyers literally knocking on their doors and asking if their home is for sale. Developments such as Emirates Hills have always been a big draw for Dubai property investors, thanks to the luxury finishing’s and the height of exclusivity that certainly appeals to anyone who can afford a mansion. Other smaller villa developments are also gaining in popularity, as the majority of residents that want to own a home here don’t have millions to spend.

Luxury Dubai freehold villas

There are obviously more villas aimed at the wealthy than the middle class, which is a shame considering the number of families with children that do not really have much choice on the market. The general market for villas is a lot less diverse in comparison with the market for apartments, but this could be changing with some more properties being released, although these are luxury. With Al Kaheel, The Villa and Victory Heights on the way at Dubailand, property owners of completed developments such as The Meadows, The Springs and primarily Emirates Hills would do well to sell before more and more villa developments are available, now that the villa shortage is being addressed. As there is a focus in luxury villas, there will be more on the market and sellers will have more price competition.

Affordable Dubai freehold villas

This is a difficult thing to say, especially since villas are more expensive than apartments, and apartments on the whole are hardly cheap. However, the lower end of the Dubai freehold villa market shows that demand is higher for this type of villa, and there are shortages of villas that the average Dubai resident can afford. The main projects that seem more affordable to the average buyers are The Springs and more recently Uptown Mirdiff and Jumeirah Village. With a variety of town homes and small family villas available, these are a better option for buyers that want a home but don’t want to be paying a mortgage indefinitely. Sellers that are trying to unload a property that falls into the lower price bracket have the best position of all Dubai property sellers, simply because they have something that almost every property buyer wants. The reality is that not every property investor is a millionaire, and since most just want a permanent home; they will face tough competition from other buyers, meaning sellers can get the best price if they have a villa that is really in demand.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 - 6

To be completed in January

Private rental apartment at Snow Dome, DubaiThis is a 2 bedroomed apartment directly overlooking the inside of the dome. Believe it or not a snowdome in the desert!!! This will be the world’s largest freestanding transparent structure.

It will feature

  • A revolving ski-track
  • An Ice Skating Rink
  • A snow play area
  • Even a penguinarium

In addition there will be themed restaurants and plenty of shopping opportunities.

The apartments will have access to a swimming pool, a gym and sauna, as well as exclusive membership to different clubs, services and activities under the dome.

Town House at Tierra del Sol, Florida

4 bedrooms, sleeps 10

The Tierra del Sol resortA wonderful 4 bedroomed 2 bathroom town house with its own private pool and spa on a 120 acre resort community.

Among the many facilities are a clubhouse covering 84000 sq feet, a fitness centre and spa, shops and restaurants. A children's club and cinema, a poolside sports bar with satellite tv. A spectacular outdoor water complex covering 5 acres, which includes waterfalls, slides, spas and a state of the art wave machine.

There is also a kids water park and a miniature golf course.

There are also quieter walkways and cycle paths to be enjoyed.

It is intended that complementary transport will be available to all Disney Theme Parks.

Vacation rental apartment at Sports City, Dubai

2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 - 6

To be completed in Spring

Private rental apartment at Sports City, DubaiThis is a 2 bedroomed apartment approximately 1500sq feet on the third floor of this complex.

This complex has amazing sporting facilities:-

  • Manchester United soccer academy.
  • David Lloyd tennis academy.
  • Ernie Els championship golf course
  • Butch Harmon golf academy
  • ICC world cricket academy

In addition there are swimming pools, health and spa clubs, shopping malls, restaurants plus Floor Plan of our rental apartment at Sports City, Dubai

Dubai

When night arrives, Dubai gets injected with a whole new level of enthusiasm and entertainment. The nightclubs in Dubai spring into action, livening the guests, filling the venues with music and strengthening it all with just the right ambience. Whoever said Dubai doesn’t know how to shake the weary day away?

Jumeriah at night

While it does have its own set of rules, Dubai is the most varied in nighttime entertainment in all of the Middle East. Nightclubs are located within because hotels are the only places in Dubai allowed to serve alcohol and expatriates can freely socialise in this environment. Taking it in perspective, Dubai is a very liberal Islamic nation, offering expatriates a way of life unsurpassed by many other countries.

Dubai nightlife is not for everyone though, because the bold and bright colours sometimes seeing during festivities can be garish for a more elite person. This is the reason why Dubai has a large range of nightclubs and entertainment venues for people to choose from. Whether it’s a quiet pub or pool bar, vibrant and colourful dance club or outrightly garish themed nightclub, you can take your pick.

Dubai by night

Most nightclubs and bars have a dress code, as well as separate themes for certain Since female followers of the Islamic religion are prohibited to socialise with males unless they are related, every Dubai nightlife venue has a Ladies Only night. In some venues, only couples and single women are allowed. It should be noted that such aspects must be checked out before you decide on a Dubai nightclub to visit. Thursdays and Fridays see a massive crowd at all of these nightlife venues.

In general, Dubai nightclubs are inexpensive and selective. This is mostly because Dubai’s population comprise 80% expatriates and the nightlife industry provides something to suit everyone’s budget and tastes. Some of the most popular nightclub hangouts in Dubai include the Blue Bar at Novotel, located on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai’s premier business district at present.

Dubai night festival

It’s highly in demand among the chic executive crowd. Other such venues include 3600 in Jumeirah, The Irish Village at the Dubai Tennis Stadium and The Apartment Lounge & Club inside Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The Dubai nightlife scene in Jumeirah is a more trendy and sophisticated sector, probably because it continuously caters to a high-end clientèle.

Dubai City Property by Dubai City Guide Summer

No one can talk about Dubai without the incredible Dubai property investment opportunities coming up in th conversation at some point. Dubai is globally recognised as a ‘hot property’ opportunity, with prime rising to the demand every year. Although the prices keep increasing, there’s no dearth of investors. Wonder why this is so?

dubai property

The primary reason behind this massive real estate demand is freehold property ownership. While the current main city areas in Dubai have plenty of apartments, villas and commercial buildings for sale, they can only be owned by UAE nationals. But, the new developments coming up along the shorelines and residential areas can be fully-owned and held by foreigners, an attractive option in a city developing at a rapid pace and offering all the modern conveniences and luxuries anyone could ever ask for.

dubai palm

There are many expatriate communities in Dubai and almost all such communities are built around freehold property. Since the UAE doesn’t issue permanent residency permits, freehold property ownership is the next best thing for acquiring long-term residency in the country. Every 3 years, the freehold property owner has to renew his residence visa, but unlike others who depend on their employer to keep renewing their visas and the right to remain in the country, these property holders can stay indefinitely without any immigration issues.

dubai villas

Some global corporations with branches located in Dubai have also contributed to this increase for Dubai property. Because of these corporations, the job opportunities are higher and in turn bring in huge numbers of expatriate job seekers, who readily settle down in these freehold property developments. This is especially true in the case of Western and European expatriates.

The lack of property taxes, minimal paperwork and the extra comfortable lifestyle on offer are a few other factors influencing the property demand in Dubai. A few of the major property developments in Dubai include the Palm Islands, The World, Arabian Ranches, Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Dubailand Jumeirah, Lake Towers and Dubai Waterfront.

Dubai

Dubai is hot! Both literally and figuratively. A United Arab Emirate on the edge of the Arabian Gulf, it first emerged as a serious tourism destination in the 1980s, its balmy winter climate and pale sandy beaches fusing with its Middle Eastern exoticism and 21st century standards to upstage Dubai other more traditional holiday choices. And thanks to the booming oil economy, not to mention the seemingly bottomless pockets of the ruling Al-Maktoum dynasty, there seems no limit to the country's future prospects, the world class hotels just the warm-up act in its rise to superstardom.

Indeed, Dubai's affluence is quite evident the moment you step off the plane. The new airport is state-of-the-art and the taxi transfers are usually luxurious Mercedes-Benz affairs. Every recreational facility you can think of is on offer at your resort, few of which seem to buy into the concept that 'less is more' when it comes to size, design or style. In fact, it will quickly come as no surprise to discover that Dubai was the venue of the world's first 'seven-star' hotel, and whilst it is generally agreed that this is more a marketing term than a measure of excellence, it does give you an idea of the standards the country aspires to - this is a place that sets the rules, rather than follows them. And the water park, golf courses, designer spas, shopping malls and yachting marinas ensure every possible market is covered.

In fact, now that most of its 40-mile coastline has been developed, land reclamation is the name-of-the-game here. The 'Dubai Waterfront' is a new off-shore project that includes canals, a theme park and a jaw-dropping development called 'The World'. Consisting of 300 private islets built in the shape of the continents, the $14 billion project won't be completed until at least 2009, but by then it is anticipated all of it will have been sold for private homes or exclusive hotels.

Yet despite all of these extravagances, Dubai does manage to retain a sense of its own culture, history and traditions. Amidst the shopping malls, fast-paced highways and ultra-modern office blocks, you'll still find narrow alleys, towering minarets, ancient forts and old wind towers. The 'creek' that divides the main city is still best crossed by traditional abra (or water taxi), and it's quite common to spot traditional wooden dhows traversing its length and laden with cargo for African, India dubai palm jumierah and Pakistan. And whilst the centuries-old souks might now have diversified into electronic goods and the latest consumer items, spices, silks and gold are still very much on the agenda - the famous Gold Souk, for example, sells 22 and 24 carat gold jewelry for some of the lowest prices in the world.

And then, of course, there's the desert, the place to escape to when you really want to discover the Middle East. There are organized excursions available to introduce you to the camel farms, sand boarding and belly dancing traditions, but if you really want to explore this unusual region, why not treat yourself to a few days in one of its luxury resorts? Dune safaris, horseriding and camel trekking are just some of the activities they offer and you can see interesting wildlife like horned oryx and shy gazelles. The star-filled night sky might even prompt you to reflect upon the unique rags-to riches story of this amazing corner of the world!

Emerald Palace - Palm Jumeirah

Far-Flung offers the investor in Dubai property a current guide to all the property for sale in the Emerald Palace in the Palm Jumeriah area of Dubai in our comprehensive portfolio. Listed below are the areas where Dubai investment property can be located in the Emerald Palace. We constantly update our database to ensure that we offer you the investor the opportunity to buy Dubai property for sale that is up to date and relevant. You can be assured that we will give you all the assistance you require when buying property in Dubai.

The classically styled Emerald Palace Residences with its imposing Palladian dome is a landmark on the skyline of The Palm, Jumeirah. Stunning, imposing, yet elegant and sophisticated. Undoubtedly the most prized and sought after address on The Palm, this 7-storey development ranks as the showcase luxury residence of the island, adjacent to the neighbouring 5-star deluxe Emerald Palace Hotel and Resort.

For those who demand the ultimate in waterfront living, The Emerald Palace Residences offer the epitome of luxury. The perfect place to live, with expansive water views of both the brilliant blue of the Arabian Gulf and the lavish developments on the Palm Jumeirah, reinforcing its unique location, character and distinctive style.

Location
The Emerald Place Residences is located on the outer crescent of the Palm Jumeirah. It is the first project to be launched in the crescent of the island, which ranks as the eighth wonder of the world. The Palm Jumeirah is located off the coast of Dubai and faces Burj Al Arab, the world's only 7-star luxury hotel. It is in close proximity to leading five-star hotels and resorts, the Dubai Marina, Dubai Internet and Media City and the Jebel Ali Free zone.

Jasmine Gardens - The World

Far-Flung offers the investor in Dubai property a current guide to all the property for sale in the Jasmine Garden on the island of Thailand in the World area of Dubai in our comprehensive portfolio. Listed below are the areas where Dubai investment property can be located in the Jasmine Garden on the Jasmine Gardens - The World island of Thailand in The World area of Dubai. We constantly update our database to ensure that we offer you the investor the opportunity to buy Dubai property for sale that is up to date and relevant. You can be assured that we will give you all the assistance you require when buying property in Dubai.

Supported by stilts your private pavilion enjoys wonderful views of the Andaman Sea, Mumbai and Malaysia. Inspired by traditional Thai architecture, these generous dwellings are constructed using only the finest materials available in Asia. Teak flooring guides you beneath the vaulted bamboo ceilings into a private sanctuary of reflection, serenity and relaxation. These authentic homes are positioned around the gardens and the elegant lily ponds of Thailand, and are only a few metres from the beach, defined by boulders that have been there since the beginning of time. Welcome to the stilt houses at the Jasmine Garden. Stroll across the natural stone floor, over the teak decking onto the immaculate white sandy beaches of Thailand. Traditional thatched roofing, wooden screens, louvered shutters and blinds of bamboo strips allow the air to circulate through your home. The Jasmine Garden invites you to unwind, relax and enjoy a retreat positioned a few steps from the crystal waters of the Andaman Sea. The Jasmine Garden invites you to the private beach villas of Thailand. Privacy is a key element of the Jasmine Garden. Guarded by the spirit of the Emperor, each of these individual residences welcomes guests into a bright, open air Sala, where those privileged to visit can dine in elegant and calm surroundings. Cool water runs through the 4 bedroom villas into a central fountain that recalls the sights and sounds of a tropical waterfall. Introducing the pride of Jasmine Garden. Introducing the Emperor Villas of Thailand.

Location
The World Islands are a collection of man-made islands shaped into the continents of the world. It will consist of over 250 to 300 small private artifical islands divided into four categories - private homes, estate homes, dream resorts, and community islands. Each island will range from 250,000 to 900,000 square feet in size, with 50 to 100 metres of water between each island. It will cover a total area of 9 kilometers (5.4 miles) in length and 6 kilometers (3.6 miles) in width, surrounded by an oval shaped breakwater. The only means of transportation between the islands will be by marine transport, this is the ultimate statement of privacy and exclusivity.

Discovery Gardens

A new community of spacious, multi-sized apartments, Discovery Gardens is discovery gardens paradise for anyone who's ever wanted to live among a choice of lush foilage, desert blooms or beautifully manicured lawns.

Capturing the rich diversity of nature and inventive landscaping, this unique community features Zen, Mediterranean, Contemporary, Cactus, Mogul and Mesoamerican courtyard gardens.

Discovery Gardens puts residents at the centre of the new Dubai - from the world's largest themed mall - The Gardens Shopping Mall where a variety of dining options and fine retailers can be found alongside everyday necessities; Dubai Marina - offering a vibrant evening destination; and the beach - to Dubai's top business parks – Dubai Internet & Media City, and Jebel Ali Free Zone.

Location
Discovery Gardens is situated along Sheikh Zayed Road between interchanges five and six. The development encompasses the area between Sheikh Zayed Road and Emirates Road. It is close to Jebel Ali Freezone, Dubai Internet and Media Cities, The Palm islands and Hard Rock Café.
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