Candace Aster, Al Furjan

Candace Aster stands tall with its high-end facilities and conveniences in Al Furjan Dubai. It features a sumptuous collection of 227 serviced apartments including studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. A project by Azizi Developments, it is situated near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road that leads towards well-known developments of the emirate. The project features high-speed lifts, covered car parking and 24-hour security and maintenance facilities. Additionally, there is a pool and a gym in the building.

Al Furjan is a popular multipurpose residential complex with eminence infrastructure in the heart of Dubai. It is strategically located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Nakheel is the master developer of this community.  The vibrant gated-community offers brilliantly planned residential units including villas, townhouses and apartments. The modern interior design with unique finishes satisfies the homeowners. These amenities make Al Furjan an ideal and family-friendly neighbourhood.

The neighbourhood has two community centres; Al Furjan Pavilion and Al Furjan West Pavilion feature a boast of amenities such as retail shops, restaurants, sports courts, swimming pools, cafés and much more. Other than that, a 40 km cycling track connects Al Furjan with neighbouring areas including Discovery Garden and Garden View Villas.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Al Furjan
• Developer: Azizi Developments
• Number of units: 227
• Unit type: Studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi, spa and play area

There is a safe and secure covered parking in Candace Aster, Al Furjan. Each residential unit has one allocated and reserved parking space in the basement. A valet parking service is always on standby for a warm welcome.

There are multiple, high-speed lifts in Candace Aster, Dubai.

For any issues, there are security personnel available round the clock in the residential tower. There is also a maintenance team to ensure the upkeep of building amenities. The utilities for the building are provided by DEWA.

There is a state of the art gym in Candace Aster Residence to meet the fitness needs of residents. It is equipped with the latest training machinery for weight and strength training.

The building houses a large outdoor swimming pool, flanked by sun loungers where residents can enjoy. For children, there is a safe playing area. Within a 10minute walk, residents can also find a public pool and tennis court nearby.

A grand lobby is present upon entering the building, which houses a seating area for guests as well as a reception desk. Round the clock concierge and valet service is available for guests and residents.

The building features smoke detection and fire suppression systems for quick and active response to any fire hazard. These alarms are linked to the nearest fire stations to ensure prompt response.

• Studio apartments in Candace Aster consist of one unit type
• 1-bedroom apartments in Candace Aster consist of one unit type
• 2-bedroom apartments in Candace Aster consist of one unit type

Candace Aster floor plans are available on Bayut. One can also view 2D and 3D views of these floor plans.

Candace Aster Residence offers studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. Each apartment is furnished with European finishing and delivered with an unparalleled level of modern amenities and facilities.

These units spread over an area of 373 sq. ft. to 490 sq. ft. A large hall houses the bedroom furniture and television. There is also a kitchen which comes pre-fitted with storage cabinets and necessary equipment. The bathroom comes with a separate shower area and storage spaces. These units also have one balcony which offers spectacular views of the community.

1-bedroom apartments in Candace Aster range between 760 sq. ft. to 910 sq. ft. in covered area. These units come with a spacious living area, master bedroom with attached bathroom and walk-in closet. There is also a kitchen, a balcony and one bathroom for guests.

These residential units are spacious and have an area of 1,300 sq. ft. 2-bed units come with three bathrooms and three balconies. The master bedroom has a walk-in-closet and attached bathroom while the other bedroom has a dedicated bathroom in the hall. The kitchen is fitted with the necessary machinery and is located off the large hall.

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

There are many different types of service charges for Dubai properties. Interested investors should read up on the service charges guide before buying a property in Dubai.

*These charges are subject to change.

The building is located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, connecting it to nearby communities. There are several public transit stations located nearby as well for those without personal cars.

The nearest bus station includes Discovery Garden 11, Discover Garden Street 10 and Discovery Garden 8, all located within a 15-minute walk.

There are several metro stations located near the building. DMCC Metro Station 1, Ibn Battuta and Jebel Ali are the closest ones at 11, 13 and 14-minutes away by car respectively.

The tram service in Dubai is the latest mode of public transport. Residents can access tram from Jumeirah Beach Residence 1, Jumeirah Beach residence 2 and Mina Seyahi within a 15-minute drive.

Restaurants near Candace Aster are:

• The Glasshouse
• Tanoor Al Jude
• Al Arrab

Located at a 13-minute walk from the building is The Glasshouse. It is a casual dining joint which offers contemporary British cuisine and is a hotspot for sports lovers. Also at a 13-minute walk is Tanoor Al Jude which serves Arabian, Middle Eastern and Lebanese cuisines. Another popular Arabian and Middle Eastern restaurant in the area is Al Arrab which is located at a 15-minute walk.

A few fine-dining options include:

• Indego by Vineet
• Rhodes W1
• Celebrities

Indego by Vineet is an Indian upscale restaurant located at a 16-minute drive fro the building. Gary Rhodes’ Rhodes W1 offers a traditional Anglo-French-inspired menu with British flavours. For European cuisine, residents can head to Celebrities located in One&Only Royal Mirage. Both these restaurants are located 16 and 17 minutes away by car respectively.

For daily grocery needs, residents can find ample supermarkets nearby that include:

• Spinneys
• W Mart Fresh 
• Carrefour

An outlet of Spinneys at Al Furjan Pavilion community mall has fresh food counters with a flower shop, toys shop and barbecue as well. Carrefour in Discovery Garden is 2-minutes away from the building while a massive outlet of Carrefour is located in Ibn Battuta Mall for larger grocery hauls. Residents can also access W Mart Fresh at a short walk.

• Azizi Freesia
• Daisy by Azizi
• Victoria Residency

Several apartment buildings are located at a short walk from Candace Aster. The nearest are Azizi Freesia at a 1-minute walk, Daisy by Azizi at a 2-minute walk and Victoria Residency at a 5-minute walk.

A few notable landmarks near Candace Aster are:

• Ibn Battuta Mall
• Jebel Ali Recreation Club
• Reel Cinemas

Ibn Battuta Mall is the largest themed mall in Dubai with around 1,000 shops, 40 outlets and 20 F&B spots. The six courts of the mall reflecting the tradition of different regions through Ibn Battuta travelled – Andalusia, Tunisia, China, India, Persia and Egypt. The magnificent hand-painted domes in Persia Court, pyramid in Egypt Court and ancient stucco facades of Tunisia Court make it a must-visit tourist spot.

Reel Cinemas is a four-screen dine-in movie complex where you can enjoy your favourite blockbuster movie while enjoying food prepared under the supervision of the US chef Guy Fieri. Jebel Ali Recreation Club also has a fitness centre, a swimming pool, a lounge and squash court for fitness freaks.

Due to the wide range of amenities the building is a great option for those looking to buy or rent. One issue which may worry some interested parties is that the serviced apartments are a little pricier than other options in the area. But this is due to the high-end furnishings with which these units are fitted.