Al Samar 3, The Greens

Al Samar 3 is the modern apartment building of the Al Samar complex located in The Greens. It takes its name from ‘Sammara’ – two types of Acacia that are medium-sized trees native to Africa but could also be found in the Middle East. The apartment building offers studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments with attractive streetscapes and landscapes.

The Greens is a stylish residential community in the heart of Dubai with elegantly designed apartments. It is a part of the Emirates Living communities by master developers Emaar Properties. The fully-established serene community consists of 40 low-rise residential apartment buildings located across 10 complexes. It is located beside Sheikh Zayed Road providing ease to access other neighbouring communities within minutes. The area has its own shopping centre, community mosque and other amenities that provide it with a communal environment.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: The Greens
• Developer: Emaar
• Number of floors: 5
• Unit type: Studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Amenities: Basement parking for residents,

There is ample space for parking in Al Samar 3. The building has parking spots in the basement for each apartment unit.

Al Samar 3 is a secure residential building as the security team is available 24/7 to maintain a secure environment for residents. The installation of CCTV cameras and intercoms has made it convenient for security staff to keep an eye on things. In the case of maintenance work, the staff is available throughout the day to facilitate occupants. DEWA provides uninterupted access to water and electricity while Emaar has its own district cooling plant that provides chiller to all its projects.

Residents can use the community hall for large gatherings or family events. The hall itself arranges different events that help tenants socialize and brings a stronger connection with other members.

For health-conscious residents, Al Samar 3 houses a fitness centre equipped with modern state-of-the-art equipment.

The apartments of Al Samar 3 are stylishly designed that embrace urban living through a basketball court, lush courtyards, children’s play area, adult and children swimming pools and a barbecue area.

Al Samar 3 is a pet-friendly residential building, making it convenient for owners to walk around with their pets.

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 3.

Al Samar 3 has studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments that are ideal for young professionals, expats and couples.

Studio apartments in Al Samar 3 are available in one type of configuration only. These units usually come with living room, fitted kitchen, bathroom and laundry room. These units also have a spacious balcony providing good access to sunshine and fresh air.

The 1-bedroom apartment in Al Samar 3 come in three types of floor plans. These units are spread over an area of 748 sq. ft. to 815 sq. ft. They are available with a living and dining room, fitted kitchen, balcony and laundry room.

There are five types of configurations available for 2-bedroom apartments in Al Samar 3. These units sprawl over an area of 1,100 sq. ft. to 1,210 sq. ft. and have one attached bathroom in the master bedroom and one separate bathroom for guests. The spacious apartments also have a dressing room, balcony, laundry room, storeroom and study room.

These figures are based on the services charges for Al Samar 3 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 are the latest service charges as of November 2019 and can be subject to change.

For transportation in Al Samar 3, residents can avail the metro and bus service from nearby stations. The Greens Al Dhafra, The Greens Terminus, The Greens Al Sidir and Al Barsha Heights Mashael Building 2 are the nearest bus stations.

Dubai Internet City Metro Station is the closest metro station, located 5-minutes away from the apartment building. Other stations include Nakheel, Damac Properties and Sharaf DG.

The tram service is another latest mode of public transport in the city. Al Sufouh, Palm Jumeirah and Marina Towers are located nearby.

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

• Bazerkan
• Wagamama
• Tayebat Restaurant

For fine-dining restaurants, residents can head to the following:

• The Cavendish Restaurant
• Indego by Vineet

Those looking for a fine-dining experience can also checkout eateries around. The Cavendish Restaurant and Indego by Vineet are located at 9 and a 10-minute drive, respectively. These places offer an upscale ambiance along with a diverse menu that ensures a fulfilling overall experience for diners.

Along with various local supermarkets and mini-marts, residents can find plenty of popular supermarkets near Al Samar located within 8-10 minute drive, the nearest ones are:

• Choithrams
• Carrefour
• F Mart Supermarket

Other supermarkets near the building include Aswaaq Mart, 1004 Gourmet and Organic Foods & Café. The one-stop-shop for Asian wholesome items in 1004 Gourmet located within a 10-minute drive. Fitness freaks can find their choice of food at Organic Foods, it also has a café that serves healthy daily specials.

• Regent International School
• American School of Dubai
• GEMS Wellington International School

There are numerous reputed schools located near Al Samar 3. Located at a 2 minutes drive, Regent International School is the nearest school that parents can opt for. American School of Dubai, GEMS Wellington International School and The International School of Choueifat are also easily accessible. These schools are located a distance within 8 minutes to 10 minutes drive.

• Al Arta
• Al Thayyal
• Al Jaz

Being a part of The Greens community, Al Samar 3 is close to other residential complexes including Al Arta, Al Thayyal and Al Jaz. Residents can reach to these neighbouring complexes in 8-10 minutes walk.

A few notable landmarks nearby include:

• Jebel Ali Racecourse
• History of the Cinema Museum
• Emirates Golf Club

The track and grandstand at Jebel Ali Racecourse were constructed in 1990 to promote the traditional sports of Arabs – horse riding. Located a short distance from 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.

The History of the Cinema Museum is a famous must-visit Dubai museum. Over 300 photos and video artefacts were collected by Bahraini/Lebanese businessman. It took him 35 years to gather this amazing collection. Most items in the museum date back to the 1730s. The museum offers an interactive experience to its visitors. It is located in the Al Barsha community.

Those looking for residential units in a peaceful and tranquil community will find Al Samar 3 ideal as the lifestyle in The Greens is very comfortable. However, residents may face an issue due to lack of parking space. It might be problematic for those who own more than one car.

There are studios, 1-bed and 2-bed units in Al Samar 3, The Greens.

Al Samar 3, Greens, enjoys a list of communal and on-site amenities including swimming pool, fitted gym, walkways, designated parking and so on.