Bahar 1, Jumeirah Beach Residence

Bahar is one of the six main clusters in Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). It features seven buildings and Bahar 1 is one of them. It is a 52-storey skyscraper with an estimated height of 171 metres. The high-rise residential building offers 1 and 2-bedroom apartments and duplexes with contemporary interiors. Bahar 1 features several amenities such as covered parking, gymnasium, swimming pool and 24-hour concierge services to facilitate its residents. There are bus, metro and tram stations at a walking distance, offering a great medium of public transportation to people living in Bahar 1.

Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is one of the well-known freehold communities in Dubai. It is known for tall skyscrapers with luxurious amenities and beachfront properties. Apart from being a family-friendly community, JBR also features many 5-star hotels, making it a hotspot for the travelers as well.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Jumeirah Beach Residence
• Developer: Dubai Properties Group
• Date of completion: 2007
• Number of floors: 52
• Unit type: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Gymnasium, swimming pool

Bahar 1, Dubai offers a secured parking area to its residents with at least one slot for each flat. However, there is no visitors’ parking in the building. Therefore they may have to use the paid parking facilities nearby.

Bahar 1, Jumeirah Beach Residence is equipped with high-speed elevators.

Bahar 1, JBR features 24-hour security to guard against any external or internal security threats. Residents can utilise the intercom to connect with the concerned departments on time. The supplier of district cooling in the building is Empower whereas alacrity and water are powered by DEWA.

Fitness facilities in Bahar 1, JBR include a fully-equipped gymnasium and a swimming pool.

Bahar 1 offers 24-hour concierge services to its residents. The building has a well-maintained lobby with a comfortable waiting area.

The residential units in Bahar 1 come in different floor plans and configurations. You can check out Bahar 1 Floor Plans in 2D and 3D formats on Bayut.

Bahar 1, JBR features 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent and sale.

The surface area for 1-bedroom apartments in Bahar 1 ranges from 1,196 and 1,374 sq. ft. Each flat comes with an open kitchen, a large bedroom with en-suite bathroom and fitted cupboard, a utility room and one or two balconies.

There are also 1-bedroom duplex apartments that have large bedrooms on the upper levels with their fitted cupboards and en-suite bathrooms. The lower floors consist of spacious living rooms with open kitchen, dining areas and en-suite bathrooms.

The minimum area for a 2-bed apartment in Bahar 1 is 1,170 sq. ft. while the maximum goes up to 1,390 sq. ft. All the apartments are well-fitted with spacious lounges, balconies, kitchens and dining areas. There are two bathrooms, one in each room, with an additional powder room in these flats.

These figures are based on the services charges for Bahar 1* as per the Dubai Land Department.

There are many different types of Dubai service charges, read up on the service charges guide if you are interested in buying a property in Dubai.

*These charges are subject to change.

JBR is a well-connected area with famous neighbouring communities that include Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers. Bahar 1 enjoys a convenient transportation route as many bus, metro and tram stations are located in the vicinity.

The closest bus station is Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 1, Seaside, reachable within 2 minutes, on foot. Marsa Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 1 is another option available at 5-minute walking distance.

Residents can take a metro train from DMCC Metro Station 1, available within 18 minutes, on foot. Other metro stations like Dubai Marina and Jebel Ali Metro Station are accessible within 8 to 9 minutes, by car.

The closest tram station is  Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 which is reachable within 8 minutes, on foot. Dubai Marina Mall and Jumeirah Lake Towers are other two tram stations available within 15-minute walking distance.

Residents of Bahar 1, JBR can head to the popular restaurants in JBR including Catch 22, Seven Sands and Bianca for an extraordinary dining experience. Other nearest options are:

• Eggspectation Restaurant Café JBR
• Swiss Café
• Café Bateel

There are numerous options for residents of Bahar 1 who like to eat out. The area has many nearby cafés and restaurants that offer quality food with good taste. All three restaurants have both dine-in and delivery facilities and are no more than 5 to 6 minute-drive away from the building.

Those who want to enjoy their food at a restaurant with perfect ambiance may look for fine dining eateries including:

• Rhodes W1
• Indego by Vineet
• Celebrities

All these restaurants offer a gastronomic experience with a great menu and ambience. Rhodes W1 and Celebrities are known for European cuisines whereas Indigo by Vineet serves authentic Indian food. There are also many upscale restaurants in Dubai with private dining such as Gaia, Shanghai Me and Ill Borro.

Supermarkets in the area include:

• All Day Supermarket Bahar
• Carrefour
• Aswaaq Mart

To cater to the needs of the buyers, supermarkets in the JBR community provide all sorts of groceries and household necessities including imported items. Carrefour, for instance, can facilitate with fresh vegetables and fruits, electronic items, and personal care as well. Both Carrefour and All Day are reachable within 5 minutes by walk. Residents can also order their groceries online from Carrefour if they want.

Bahar 1 is surrounded by several skyscrapers with both residential and commercial properties. Some of the known projects are:

• Bahar 4
• West Avenue
• Reef Tower

Being a part of the apartment complex, Bahar 1 is surrounded by six similar buildings including Bahar 4. Bahar 4 offers 1, 2, 3, 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses.  West Avenue is another renowned residential project nearby that features studios to 3-bedroom apartments and penthouses. People who are searching for offices nearby can find great options in Reef Tower, a corporate building in JLT.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Marina Beach
• Dubai Marina Walk
• Dubai Marina Mall

Bahar 1 is situated in a prominent area of Dubai with proximity to several landmarks. Whether you are looking forward to a relaxing weekend with your loved ones or planning to go for a shopping spree, all facilities are available within 10 to 15 minutes. Dubai Marina Mall is a perfect shopping solution for residents of Bahar 1 as it is just a 10-minute drive away. Roxy Cinema at The Beach, JBR is a great option to enjoy your favourite movies on the big screens. JBR Beach, SkyDive Dubai and Dubai Marina Walk are some of the leisure spots available within a 15-minute drive from Bahar 1, JBR.

Life at Bahar 1 is full of convenience and facilities. The luxury apartments and duplexes feature great amenities with beachfront views. Also public transportation services (buses, metro and tram) are right around the corner. However, being a bustling community, the area gets congested especially during peak hours and weekends which may be a problem to some residents.