Escan Marina Tower, Dubai Marina

Escan Marina Tower is one of the finest contemporary developments in Dubai Marina. Escan Marina Tower has 32 floors and four basement levels. This high-rise building consists of 397 complete residential properties that include studio, 1, 2 and 3-bed apartments. It is close to the interchange where Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Garn Al Sabkha Street (D59) meet.

Featuring both freehold and rental options, the mid-range properties in Escan Marina Tower has caught the attention of people who want affordable homes in the waterfront community. Escan Marina Tower features a streamlined high-rise building with a striking contrast of white and graphite grey.

Dubai Marina is home to several prestigious communities and iconic skyscrapers. The upscale neighbourhood offers a list of amenities including shopping venues, restaurants, transportation, entertainment and sports facilities, schools, hospitals and so much more.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Marina
• Number of floors: 32 floors and four basement levels
• Number of units:  397
• Unit type: Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bed apartments
• Type of Ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: safe parking, fitness centre, 24-hour security and maintenance,

There is a dedicated area for parking in Escan Marina Tower on its basement level. Residents are offered one parking spot per apartment. There is also a paid parking facility outside the building for visitors.

Residents and visitors can reach their desired level by using high-speed elevators in Escan Marina Tower. They are well-ventilated and have electricity back up.

Every level of the building is equipped with surveillance cameras to ensure 24-hour security. Providing an environment-friendly and clean atmosphere, Escan Marina Tower has an efficient waste management service. It offers convenient waste disposal facility on every floor. For all the basic utilities, Escan Marina Tower relies on DEWA.

Fitness enthusiasts will find a fully-equipped gymnasium in Escan Marina Tower. Other facilities include pool, steam and sauna room.

Escan Tower, Dubai Marina offers residents with relaxing facilities such as swimming pools and beach chairs as well as sauna and steam rooms. All these facilities are based on the podium level. Offering utmost privacy, there are segregated changing rooms as well in Escan Marina Tower.

The staff at the front desk is there to provide around-the-clock concierge services.

Appropriate safety measures are incorporated against fire hazards. Each unit in Escan Tower, Dubai Marina comes with fire extinguishers.

Escan Marina Tower offers affordable property options with all the necessities. One can find studios, 1-bedroom flats, and 2-bed and 3-bed apartments in the tower. Each flat comes with a wide balcony that has a glass railing, allowing unobstructed views. The large awning windows in every room brighten up space and provide even better views of the marina.

Offered along with one bathroom and a kitchenette, these units floor spaces that range between 400 sq. ft. and 450 sq. ft. Studio apartments in Escan Tower Marina also come with extra space, such as a built-in wardrobe and a balcony.

1-bedroom flats in Escan Tower Marina come in different sizes that range between 755 sq. ft. to 940 sq. ft. The units come with a balcony, a moderately fitted open-plan kitchen and either one or two bathrooms.

The sizes of two-bedroom apartments in Escan Tower Marina vary between 1,100 sq. ft. and 1,280 sq. ft. These units will either have two or three bathrooms. Apart from the master bedroom that has a built-in wardrobe, a general bedroom, a living room and a kitchen.

The coverage area of 3-bedroom apartments in Escan Tower Marina ranges between 2,100 sq. ft. to 3,300 sq. ft.

These figures are based on the services charges for Escan Marina Tower* 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.

People living in Escan Marina Tower will find commuting from this location quite convenient. This is because the closely located Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Garn Al Sabkha Street (D59) interchange provide an exit from all four directions. Other options for transportation near Escan Marina Tower include several car-hire services such as Arabian Fleet, Almira Car Rental and Al Emad Rent-A-Car.

JLT Business Centre and Jumeirah Beach Residence Station are few of the bus stations located a 4 to-5 minute drive away from the residential building.

There is JLT Metro Station Marina Side on Al Marsa Street, accessible by a 5-minute walk, whereas DMCC Metro Station 1 is located just opposite to the building.

Escan Marina Tower offers its residents access to The Walk at JBR as well as the Marina Walk. These esplanades are dotted with an eclectic selection of cosmopolitan eateries that offer a diverse selection of cuisines, such as Thai, Chinese, Japanese, American, Indian and Lebanese. Dubai Marina restaurants near Escan Marina Tower are listed below:

• Olives
• The Talk
• Fogueira Restaurant & Lounge

Eateries that accept reservations are:

• Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina
• Al Wasl Dhow
• Le Pirate Restaurant

For an exclusive on-the-water dining experience, diners can make a reservation for Alexandria Dhow Cruise at Dubai Marina Yacht Club. There are more dining options along the frontal Marina Promenade such as iWok, Habibi Burger, Le Pirate Restaurant and Aroos Al Bahar. Some coffee places nearby include Elken Café Community, Umm Hassan and Loose Unicorns.

Supermarkets near Escan Marina Tower are:

• Almaya Supermarket
• Choithrams Marina
• Carrefour

Open 24 hours, Almaya Supermarket is established on the ground floor of Dream Tower. It offers a range of fresh produce, packed food and frozen food as well as various household items and personal care products. As for other retail options, there is a pet store called Pampered Pets that is an 8-minute walk away.

Residents can get healthcare supplies from pharmacies that are just a few steps away from Escan Marina Tower, Dubai. Those who want dry cleaning services can go to The Laundry Basket.

Schools located close to Escan Marina Tower:

• Al Mawakeb Al Barsha
• Dubai International Academy
• GEMS Wellington School
• American School of Dubai

There are several schools around the neighbourhood that parents can choose for providing their children with quality education. Some of the nearest ones are reachable within 8 to 10 minutes drive. The list includes Al Mawakeb Al Barsha, GEMS Wellington School, American School of Dubai and Dubai International Academy.

• Jam Marina Residence
• The Jewels
• Marina Gate

Escan Marina Tower, Dubai is close to other residential buildings. These include Jam Tower Marina, The Jewels and Marina Gate. All these residential buildings are within a 6 to 8-minute drive.

Al Rahim Mosque is right behind the building. As for notable landmarks near Escan Tower, Dubai Marina, the mentions are:

• Bluewaters Island
• Burj Al Arab
• Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort

Being situated in an exclusive locality, Escan Tower, Dubai Marina neighbours some of the most prominent real estates in Dubai such as Bluewaters Island, Jumeirah Park and Palm Jumeirah. It also has quick access to architectural marvels such as the 335-metre tall Damac Heights, 414-metre tall Princess Tower and the 321-metre tall Burj Al Arab which is known for its exclusive range of extravagant activities.

The treatment and therapy at Talise Spa, access to the private beach, splashing about in Wild Wadi Waterpark and popular fine-dining restaurants are a few of the long list of Burj Al Arab amenities to keep guests busy. There are several popular holiday homes nearby. Some of these include the four-star Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Dubai, Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach and Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort.

Escan Marina Tower surely provides a great opportunity to those who want to live affordably in the high-profile address of Dubai Marina, but there are a few things they should be mindful of. The tower offers limited recreational amenities and you won’t find a play area for kids or sports facilities.

Also, there are a few discrepancies related to the building developer. So if one wants to buy a property in Escan Marina Tower, paperwork such as issuing title deeds can be a bit of a challenge.

There are studios, 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed units in Escan Marina Tower.

There are an array of on-site amenities in Escan Marina Tower. The list includes a fitness centre, swimming pool, sauna and steam room and safe parking spots.