Golden Sands 7, Bur Dubai

Golden Sands 7 is a part of the Golden Sands complex, a 10-building apartment compound in Bur Dubai. The building rises 8 floors above ground and houses studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Facilities in the building include 24-hour CCTV surveillance, high-speed lifts, reserved parking, a fitness centre and a children’s play area. The project is located in Al Mankhool, a sub-community of Bur Dubai. It is a prime residential location due to amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants and retail stores available nearby. There are also various parks in the area which offer walk-ways and jogging tracks and serve as good picnic spots. The building is situated near Al Mankhool Road and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Road.  The apartments for sale in Golden Sands 7 are also available at reasonable prices making it a great investment option altogether.

Bur Dubai is one of the oldest districts of Dubai and is known for the historical Al Fahidi District. The community is located on the western end of Dubai Creek and has both commercial and residential properties. It is also one of the most popular areas in Dubai for renting apartments as per the Dubai property market report 2019. Those looking to settle in the area can find a good selection of apartments for rent in Bur Dubai.

• Located in Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai
• 8-storey mid-rise building
• Studio, 1, 2 and 3-BHK apartments in the building
• The building has a swimming pool, a gym, a sauna and a steam room
• Reserved parking available
• 24-hour CCTV camera protected
• High-speed lifts present
• Pet-friendly building
• Situated near Al Mankhool Road and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Road

Parking in Golden Sands is available on the basement level.  There are 150 free parking spaces reserved for residents alongside 30 paid parking slots.

There are two elevators in Golden Sands 7 which are fast and well-maintained

The building has on-site security guards as well as 24-hour CCTV surveillance. For maintenance, the on-ground staff is responsible for repair and upkeep of the amenities. The utilities for the building are provided by DEWA.

The gym in Golden Sands 7 is fitted with state of the art training equipment. Also part of the fitness facility is a sauna and a steam room.

The building has an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers on the side for residents to relax. For children, there is a separate play area.

Golden Sands 7 is a pet-friendly project.

The building comes equipped with safety measures to deal with fire hazards; all apartments are equipped with fire alarms and fire extinguishers.

The 8-storey building offers studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments.

Studio units in the building have an average covered area of 380 sq. ft. The hall comes with a bathroom and is spacious enough to fit the bedroom and seating furniture. There is also a closed kitchen in each unit which comes fitted with wooden cabinets, well-finished countertops and a sink.

1-bedroom flats have a covered area ranging from 890 sq. ft. to 980 sq. ft. The bedroom comes with an en suite bathroom and wall-fitted closets. Built-in cabinets can also be found in the closed kitchen along with other necessary amenities. The halls in all units are large and can accommodate the living room and dining room furniture. Each unit also comes with at least one balcony.

2-bedroom units in the building have a covered area ranging between 1,150 sq. ft. and 1,236 sq. ft. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom, a vanity and a built-in closet. The bathroom for the second bedroom is located in the hall. The living room is spacious and well-lit. Leading off from the hall is the closed kitchen fitted with the necessary equipment. All units come with at least one balcony, which can be accessed from the hall. Additionally, some units come with a laundry room.

An approximate area range for 3-bedroom apartments is 1,576 sq. ft. to 1,810 sq. ft. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. The second and third bedroom have a shared bathroom in the hall. These units come with expansive balconies which offer community views, as well as light and fresh air. The kitchen follows a closed plan and has built-in cupboards and well-finished countertops. Some units also have a maid’s room which comes with an en suite bathroom.

Located near Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Road and Al Mankhool Road the building offers routes to nearby neighbourhoods. Public transport such as buses, metro and trams are also available nearby.

The Mankhool Street 12 A bus stop is the nearest to the building which residents can walk to in 3 minutes. Another option nearby is the Kuwait Road bus stop which is located 4-minutes away on foot. Additionally, at a walking distance of 5 minutes is the Rais Centre bus stop.

Whether residents use the Red Line metro or the Green Line, there are several options located within a short walk. At a distance of 13 minutes on foot is the Al Fahidi Metro Station, of the Green Line metro. ADCB Metro Station 1 is located at a 15-minute walk; it is a part of the Red Line Metro. Burjuman metro station, which is a junction between the two metro services, can be walked to in 16 minutes.

The nearest tram stop to the building is the Al Sufouh tram station located at a driving distance of 20 minutes.

Popular restaurants nearby are:

• Tashan
• Cantina 1810
• Swadesh

There are several affordable restaurants in the vicinity of the building. Cantina 1810, located at a 4-minute walk, is a Mexican restaurant and bar. It has a casual and fun environment and is frequented by sports fans because it offers match screenings. Tashan is a South Asian restaurant located 5-minutes away on foot and offers mainly Indian cuisine. Those looking for pure vegetarian food in the area can head to Swadesh. Located at an 11-minute walk, it is another Indian restaurant, frequented by locals and expats alike.

Fine-dining restaurants near Golden Sands 7 are:

• Carnival by Trèsind
• Teatro
• Fogo de Chao

Those looking for a luxury dining experience can head to the upscale restaurants located nearby. Carnival by Tresind is an Indian restaurant which serves authentic Indian cuisine as well as contemporary dishes. Residents can reach it after a drive of 11 minutes. Also located at an 11-minute drive is one of the most famous steakhouses in Dubai – Fogo de Chao. It is a Brazilian restaurant known for its live music performances and exquisite ambience. Teatro is also located nearby, at a 9-minute drive. The restaurant offers Indian, Italian, Chinese and Japanese cuisines.

Supermarkets in the area include:

• JYOTHIS Supermarket
• Grand Express Supermarket
• Carrefour Hypermarket

There are multiple supermarkets in the vicinity where residents of Golden Sands 7, Dubai can go for daily essentials. Grand Express Supermarket and JYOTHIS are the nearest, 3 and 6 minutes away on foot respectively. For a wider selection of items, residents can head to the Carrefour Hypermarket located at an 11-minute walk.

• Burjuman Residence Block D
• Al Wasl Buildings Al Mankhool
• Karama 2 Building

Since Golden Sands 7, Bur Dubai is a part of a complex, it is primarily surrounded by other buildings in the compound. Additionally, Burjuman Residence Block D, Al Wasl Buildings and the Karama 2 Building are also located within a short walk.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Al Fahidi Historical District
• Heritage Village
• Palace of Sheikh Ahmed the Emir of Qatar

The famous Al Fahidi Historical District is located at a 6-minute drive from the building. Residents can also visit the Heritage Village museum which houses artefacts depicting UAE’s history within a 12-minute drive. Another famous tourist attraction nearby is the Palace of the Emir of Qatar located at a 12-minute drive as well.

Golden Sands 7 Al Mankhool offers multiple amenities and has all the facilities nearby, which makes it living here a viable option. However, the limited parking spaces and the unavailability of free guest parking can be an issue for some. There are other apartments for sale in Bur Dubai for those who wish to look for more options within the community.