Building 12, Jumeirah

Building 12, also known as City Walk Residential Building 12, or just Residential Building 12, is a 7-storey building. Part of the City Walk master project by Meraas, the building is part of a luxurious community in Jumeirah. The project houses spacious apartments divided into 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom units. Adding to the appeal of the building are the host of facilities being offered to residents.

There is 24-hour security monitoring, dedicated parking spaces for all units and multiple high-speed elevators in Building 12. Residents can also benefit from the excellent fitness facilities which include a gym and a yoga platform. Additionally, there is a swimming pool, sauna and kid’s playing area in the building. For ease of travel, the project is located close to Sheikh Zayed Road.

Jumeirah is one of the most popular residential areas in Dubai located close to Downtown Dubai. The community is known for its proximity to the beach and the easy availability of amenities. The large neighbourhood features many sub-communities, with City Walk being one of them. Residents can easily find several retail options, restaurants and hospitals nearby. The landscaped parks offer a refreshing environment in the centre of the bustling city. Those looking to settle in the area can find several Jumeirah apartments for rent.

• Located in City Walk, Jumeirah
• 7-storey tall building
• Houses 1, 2, 3 and 4-bed apartments
• Dedicated parking for each unit
• High-speed elevators present
• 24-hour building security available
• Health club facilities include gym and yoga platform
• Houses a large swimming pool, a sauna and a children’s playground
• Situated near Sheikh Zayed Road

Parking in Building 12, City Walk can be found on the basement level. Each unit comes with at least one dedicated parking space; larger apartments may have more. For visitors, there are several parking spaces within the community near the building. These include curbside spots and covered parking by the building to open-space parking lots by The Green Planet.

High-speed elevators service each floor of the building.

Apart from the security staff, the building is armed with several CCTV cameras with round-the-clock coverage. Other services include 24-hour maintenance service and front-desk service. The district cooling supplier for the project is Ista, while DEWA provides the utilities.

Gym in Building 12, Jumeirah is part of the City Walk community’s fitness centre. It houses the latest fitness training equipment as well as separate changing rooms. There is also a yoga platform available for those who like to meditate.

Residents have full access to lifestyle amenities available on the ground floor across the public courtyard. There are sun decks with swimming pools and a playing area for children.

The building has an attractive lobby that includes a reception desk. The front desk staff provides 24-hour concierge services in two shifts.

For residents’ safety the building is equipped with the latest fire combating technology. There are automatic and manual fire alarms and fire suppression equipment.

Bayut has developed a simple 2D and 3D floor plans format on the website. You can view the floor plan as per your desired bed type and location in which you are interested in browsing floor plans for Building 12.

The building houses 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments. Each unit comes with stylish interiors with minimalistic design and panoramic balconies that offer exclusive views of the iconic city.

The covered area of the 1-bedroom apartments ranges between 1,000 sq. ft. and 1,500 sq. ft. These elegant apartments include a bedroom, an en suite bathroom, a toilet for guests, open-plan kitchen and a balcony.

An average 2-bedroom apartment measures anywhere between 1,595 sq. ft to 2,019 sq. ft. These contemporary residences contain up to four bathrooms which include a guest toilet too. Other amenities are a master bedroom, a general bedroom, an open-concept kitchen and a balcony with a community view.

The 3-bedroom apartments are built over luxurious space that lies between 2,100 sq. ft. and 2,324 sq. ft. These flats feature an en suite master bedroom, two en suite general bedrooms, a toilet for guests, a balcony and a contemporary-style kitchen. Some units also include an extra room that can be either used as a maid’s room or study space.

4-bed units have an average covered space of  3,167 sq. ft. Each unit has a master bedroom with a built-in closet and an en suite bathroom. The other three bedrooms also come with attached baths and wall-fitted closets. There is a powder room in the spacious hall and an expansive balcony. The kitchen is fitted with the required amenities. Some units also have a maid’s room or a study room.

These figures are based on the services charges for Building 12* as per the Dubai Land Department.

Those looking to invest in Dubai properties should familiarize themselves with the various service charges applicable.

*These charges are subject to change.

In terms of access in and out of City Walk, transportation near Building 12, Dubai is quite hassle-free. The development is strategically tucked between four roads. These include Al Wasl Road (D92), Al Enjaaz Street (13th Street), Al Badaa Street (58 A Road) and Al Safa Street (D71). The latter, Al Safa Street (D71) offers direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road in just 5 minutes.

The DEWA Al Wasl Customer Happiness Centre 2 bus stop is located at a 7-minute walk from the building. Residents can also walk to the Mazaya Centre 2 bus stop in 9 minutes. Also nearby is the Safa, Safest Way 1 stop at a 13-minute walk.

The nearest metro station to the building is Financial Centre Station at a 5-minute drive. A little ahead of that is the Emirates Towers metro station which residents can reach in 6 minutes. Due to the proximity with Downtown Dubai, the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station can be reached in 8 minutes by car.

Although no tram stop is located within a short walk, residents can reach the nearest stations within a 20-minute drive. The nearest tram station is Al Sufouh, located at a 16-minute drive. Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 tram stops are located 18 and 19 minutes away respectively.

Some of the popular restaurants in the area include:

• Farzi Café
• Eshak
• Aubaine

Located 5 minutes away, Farzi Café is specialised in contemporary Indian cuisine. Eshak offers the fusion of Uzbek and Middle Eastern food. Diners appreciate the edgy interior that includes comfortable embroidered seats, beautiful chandeliers and rustic wooden floors. Aubaine is a French eatery located in the Dubai Mall, which offers authentic flavours and affordable prices.

Those who are planning their dinner at a fine-dining place can consider one of these options:

• Teatro
• Lima
• Toro + Ko

Recommended for table reservations, Lima offers an exclusive selection of Peruvian dishes. The restaurant called Toro + Ko offers tapas and a variety of Spanish food. Teatro is a fine dining establishment located in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) at an 8-minute drive. It offers an assortment of cuisines including Japanese, Italian, Chinese and Indian.

Supermarkets in the area include:

• Carrefour
• F Mart Supermarket
• Geant Express

Geant Express is a small local supermarket that stocks all the basic necessities located at a 9-minute walk. It includes various food departments such as a bakery, grocer’s section, hot takeaway meals and freshly squeezed juices. Located 5 minutes away by car on Al Wasl Road, Carrefour offers fresh groceries, fresh meat and various household supplies. It also includes a florist section. F Mart Supermarket is another small grocery store located at a 13-minute walk for daily needs.

• City Walk Building 14 – residential building
• Building 11 A – residential building
• Residential Building 7 – residential building

Other residential projects in the area include Building 11 A and City Walk Building 14 both located at a 1-minute walk. There is also Residential Building 7 located at a 2-minute walk.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Dubai Mall
• Zabeel Park
• Jumeirah Open Beach

Dubai Mall is located at an 8-minute drive from the building. It offers a host of entertainment activities alongside retail and food outlets. Inside the mall, there is a VR park, a ski rink and an indoor aquarium. Right outside the venue, visitors can enjoy shows of the Dubai Fountain.

Zabeel Park is located at an 11-minute drive. Spread over a large area, the park offers various themed attractions including children’s city, dinosaur park and garden glow.

Jumeirah Open Beach is also located at an 8-minute walk from the building. The white sand beach is exceptional for picnics, jogs along the coastline, or just a fun day at sea.

The building offers luxury living close to the heart of the city. However, those who like to host large parties may have an issue due to the lack of a formal party hall. Those looking to invest in the neighbourhood can browse other apartments for sale in Jumeirah.