Le Presidium, DSO

Le Presidium is a twin-tower residential building in Dubai Silicon Oasis. It lies in the western region of the master community and is situated between Nova Tower and A.S.B. Tower. Le Presidium Tower 1 overlooks Dubai – Al Ain Road, while Le Presidium Tower 2 faces the community of Semmer Villas.

Le Presidium was developed by Credo Investments FZE, whose past projects were The Prism in Business Bay and La Solarium Tower in Dubai Silicon Oasis. It was launched in 2008 as a mixed-use building initially but was later redesigned for a residential purpose. The architectural consultant of the project was the National Engineering Bureau, while the contractor was Sun Engineering. The façade of the building features contemporary architecture and a colour palette of grey and beige. Both Le Presidium towers feature two basement levels, one ground floor and 11 residential floors. The project contains 200 units which are available in 1 and 2-bedroom configurations. These properties are distributed across the top 11 floors, with each floor having nine units.

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a centrally located community in Dubai that features both residential and commercial properties. The area can be divided into three sectors, including technology park, villa compounds and residential towers. According to the 2020 Bayut and Dubizzle’s Report for rental properties in Dubai, Dubai Silicon Oasis is the fourth most popular area for renting affordable properties in Dubai.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Silicon Oasis
• Developer: Credo Investments FZE
• Date of completion: 2016
• Number of floors: 2 Basements, 1 ground, 11 floors
• Number of units: 200 units
• Unit type: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Basement parking, gymnasium, swimming pool, event space

Parking in Le Presidium, DSO for residents is distributed across the basement level. There is one spot for every apartment; however, guests may have to find parking spaces outside the building.

There are three high-speed elevators in each building of Le Presidium, Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Apartments in Le Presidium have adjustments for air-conditioning and heating systems. The double-glazed windows in each unit also help in maintaining the temperature inside. The security system includes guards, surveillance cameras and intercom systems. As for gas, there is a connection through a pipe in the kitchen. Other room amenities include satellite connection for TV and broadband Internet.

There is a party hall in Le Presidium where residents can host private events.

Residents enthusiastic about keeping fit can carry on with their workout regimen in the well-equipped gym in Le Presidium. It is furnished with wall-to-wall mirrors and soft blue-mat flooring, along with other essential exercise equipment.

One of the enjoyable amenities in Le Presidium is the swimming pool. It is located on the rooftop but is covered by a canopy so residents can swim under a shade against the sun. The swimming pool is also known to be well-guarded; there is at least one lifeguard on the watch.

Le Presidium, Dubai Silicon Oasis, offers 24-hour concierge services to its residents.

Residents are welcome to stay with their pets in Le Presidium as it is a pet-friendly complex.

Residential properties in Le Presidium are available in 1 and 2-bedroom layouts. Each apartment is spacious, with fitted cupboards and en-suite bathrooms. The kitchen is built over semi-closed plans and includes lower and upper units of cabinetry. The cabinets feature matte-finish dark wood, while the countertops are made of marble slabs. Bathrooms feature top-finish bath accessories and sanitary ware. The apartments that are centrally located come with panoramic terraces, while the corner units include balconies.

The one-bedroom apartments in Le Presidium cover an area ranging from 723 sq. ft. to 1,011 sq. ft. Each unit has one en-suite bathroom with an additional guest washroom. There is also a living room, a semi-closed kitchen and a balcony with a view. The bedroom comes with a five-door fitted wardrobe that includes an overhead storage space. Some flats also feature a study room and two balconies.

The 2-bedroom units are built over an area that ranges from 1,310 sq. ft. to 1,600 sq. ft. The bathroom count is typically three. There is a semi-closed kitchen, a living room, a balcony or a terrace and a space for laundry in each of these 2BHK flats.

These figures are based on the services charges for Le Presidium* 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.

Silicon Oasis Avenue Mall 1 Bus stop is just a minute walk from Le Presidium complex. Another bus stop outside Al Waha Masjid is accessible within 6 minutes, on foot.

Rashidiya is the nearest metro station available at a 14-minute drive. As stated in Dubai Metro Guide, it is a Redline metro station that features free parking stations. Another metro station nearby is Creek, located at a 16-minute drive from Le Presidium.

These are the nearby dining options:

• Grills & More
• Alhumsani
• Copper Kettle Restaurant

The restaurant that is closest to Le Presidium is Grills & More. Just a stone’s throw away, it is located in A.S.B Tower. Alhumsani is accessible after a 5-minute walk. It offers Mediterranean food such as hummus and falafels. Other restaurants are located at about a 10-minute walk. Copper Kettle Restaurant is one of the top 10 restaurants in Dubai Silicon Oasis that offers luscious biryani.

There are also many fast-food restaurants nearby, such as:

• Subway
• Little Bangkok
• South St. Burger Co.
• Shakespeare and Co.

Little Bangkok in Emirates Seven Towers is popular for Thai and Chinese cuisines. While it is known for healthy non-veg items, Circle Cafe in Park Avenue Building offers delicious vegetarian options. Eateries offering refreshments include Sandwichy, Jungle Juice, Gelato Divino, Costa Coffee and Kaffa Beans Specialty Coffee Roastery.

Residents head to the supermarkets in Dubai Silicon Oasis to shop for their daily essentials. These include:

• Carrefour
• Spring Greenpark Supermarket
• Al Adil Supermarket

Supermarkets near Le Presidium Tower are situated on either side of tower 1. These include Carrefour in Nova Tower and Spring Greenpark Supermarket in A.S.B. Tower. Al Adil Supermarket is a 3-minute walk away. All these supermarkets offer a variety of household items required daily. Also, some of the best supermarket chains in Dubai offer home delivery services like Carrefour and Choithrams.

• Nova Tower
• ASB Tower
• Lynx Tower

There are mostly residential buildings in the vicinity of Le Presidium, Dubai Silicon Oasis. These include Nova Tower, ASB Tower and Lynx Tower, which offer affordable apartments for rent and sale.

There are many activities in Dubai Silicon Oasis that residents of Le Presidium can consider doing, like going shopping, unwinding at the DSO Park or pampering themselves. However, there are also many landmarks nearby, such as:

• Dubai Outlet Mall
• Dragon Mart
• Desert Palm Polo Club

Residents can find many famous landmarks within a 10 to 15-minute driving distance. People who love to shop can find Dubai Outlet Mall at a 14-minute drive. It is considered the best shopping malls in Dubai where you can find your favourite products at bargain prices. For shopping household, electronic and hardware items at low prices, you can head to Dragon Mart, a trading hub of Chinese products. There are also many natural and relaxation spots in the proximity, such as Desert Palm Polo Club and Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, within a 15-minute drive. Being one of the best places to play polo, Desert Palm Polo Club offers a great experience to polo lovers.

Le Presidium is a good choice for you if you are a small family looking for affordable apartments. The complex offers spacious flats with several amenities and offer easy access to the bus stops. However, living in Dubai Silicon Oasis comes with a few challenges like ongoing construction and limited access to the metro stations, which can bother some residents.