No. 9, Dubai Marina

No. 9, developed by Select Group, is a 34-storey residential tower in Dubai Marina. The building houses 223 residential units of 1, 2 and 3-bed apartments and penthouses. This water-front project provides easy access to Marina Walk, as well as to The Walk JBR Dubai.

The building offers luxurious amenities to its residents. There are separate swimming pools for adults and kids. For health-conscious individuals, there is a fully-equipped gym in No. 9. Additionally, residents can also benefit from dedicated parking, high-speed elevators, 24-hour security service, a grand lobby and fire-safety features.

Dubai Marina is one of the most popular neighbourhoods in the city. It offers prime waterfront living and provides all the necessary amenities to its residents. Some of the most popular features of the area are the Dubai Marina Mall and Marina Walk. These are also considered one of the central hubs of food, retail and entertainment in the city. As per the Dubai Market Report for H1 2020, it is the first choice neighbourhood for buying flats in Dubai.

• High-rise building consisting of 34 floors
• 223 residential units of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and penthouses
• Secured parking present
• High-speed lifts available
• Round the clock security available
• 24-hour front desk service
• On-site maintenance service
• Waterfront living
• Close to Marina Walk and The Walk JBR 
• No. 9 is located in a community which allows small pets

For residents, there is dedicated and secured parking in No. 9. Each unit is assigned one parking spot, with larger units having multiple spaces. Guests need to find parking outside the tower.

Multiple high-speed elevators in No. 9 tower service the residents.

Building security needs are met by the presence of on-ground security staff and high-tech CCTV cameras. There is a security surveillance room to monitor activity round the clock. A 24-hour front desk is also available to help residents and guests. DEWA supplies the utilities.

A well-equipped, state of the art gymnasium is present in the tower for men and women.

There is a large temperature-controlled pool for adults as well as a children’s pool in the tower. The project also includes a safe children’s play area.

There is a magnificently designed lobby for guests to wait.

No. 9 is located in Dubai Marina, which allows small pets; residents should ask the landlord about building rules about pets.

The building incorporates high-tech fire protection measures such as smoke detection and fire suppression systems.

The residential units in No. 9 are available in multiple configurations. The floor plan of the building is as follows:

• 1-bedroom apartments in No. 9 consist of one unit type
• 2-bedroom apartments in No. 9 consist of two unit types
• 3-bedroom apartments in No. 9 consist of two unit types
• 3-bedroom penthouses in No. 9 consist of three unit types

Floor plans on Bayut can be viewed in 2D and 3D formats for easier understanding of apartment layouts. One can find their preferred apartment type by browsing floor plans for No. 9.

The tower has 223 residential units which are divided into 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and penthouses.

1-bedroom units in No. 9 have a covered area between 600 sq. ft. and 700 sq. ft. These are spacious and well-lit apartments. The bedroom comes with an en suite bathroom with a dedicated shower space. The hall serves as a combined living and dining space. A spacious balcony offering views of the marina or the road can be accessed from the hall. The bedroom also comes with large windows offering spectacular views. Each apartment comes with a fitted kitchen and a powder room.

2-bedroom flats in No. 9 have an average area of 1,000 sq. ft. Each unit has a fitted kitchen and a spacious hall. The bedrooms come with en suite bathrooms as well as fall-fitted cabinets. There is a guest bathroom in the hall of each unit. Large windows offering spectacular views are present in the hall and bedrooms.

3-bedroom apartments in No. 9 have a minimum area of 1,700 sq. ft. These spacious 3 BHK units all come with additional features such as a powder room and a laundry room. Each unit has at least one balcony that offers light, ventilation and good scenery. All bedrooms in the units come with fitted cabinets and en suite bathrooms.

The penthouses in the building have a minimum covered area of 3,274 sq. ft. which can go up to 3,650 sq. ft. These duplex units are designed with hall and other features on the ground floor and bedrooms on the upper level. All units come with a separate living and dining room as well as a TV room. The kitchens are spacious and include a back kitchen. All units also incorporate a storeroom, a powder room and a laundry space. Some units may also include a study. All bedrooms in the unit come with en suite bathrooms and fitted cupboards.

These figures are based on the services charges for No. 9, Dubai Marina* as per the Dubai Land Department.

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

*These charges are subject to change.

No. 9 is located very close to Al Emreef Street and Sheikh Zayed Road which provides easy access to nearby neighbourhoods. There are also public transport stations near the tower. The Marina Terrace Station for ferries is also at a 4-minute walk from the building.

Several bus stops are located near the tower. The Royal Meridian 1 and Le Meridien Hotel 2 bus stops are at a 5-minute drive. The bus stop at Royal Meridian 2 is also nearby at a short 6-minute drive.

The nearest Red Line station near No. 9 is the DAMAC Properties Metro station, at a 10-minute drive. Other stations nearby include DMCC Metro station 1 and Nakheel, both at an 11-minute drive.

Several tram stops are located within a 6-minute drive from the tower. The Dubai Marina tram station is 3 minutes away. Whereas the Mina Seyahi and Media City stops are 4 and 6 minutes away respectively.

Popular restaurants near No. 9 are:

• Asia Asia
• Charcoal Garden
• Shiru Sushi Wok

There are a lot of options for food lovers near No. 9. Residents’ favourites include Asia Asia which offers Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Indonesian cuisines located at a 6-minute drive. There is also Charcoal Garden, at a 10-minute drive which offers international flavours. For lovers of authentic Japanese flavours and sushi, there is Shiru Sushi Wok at an 11-minute drive.

Fine-dining establishments near No. 9 are:

• Ruya Grosvenor House
• Indego by Vineet
• Certo Italian Restaurant

Many luxury dining establishments are located at a short walk from the tower. The nearest is Ruya, a Turkish restaurant known for its kebab servings, at a 5-minute walk. There is also the Indian eatery, Indego by Vineet offering authentic North Indian cuisine, at a 7-minute walk. The Italian restaurant Certo is a little further away but can be reached after a 7-minute drive.

Supermarkets in the area are:

• ZOOM
• Choithrams
• Spinneys Dubai Marina

ZOOM is located right outside the tower at a 10minute walk. Residents can meet any daily or emergency grocery needs by visiting there. For those looking for more options, there is a Choithrams and a Spinneys located at a 6-minute drive.

• Dubai Marina Towers – residential complex
• DAMAC Marina Terrace – residential building
• Botanica Tower Marina – residential building

Dubai Marina is known for its luxurious residential structures. Surrounding No. 9, Dubai are other residential buildings including Dubai Marina Towers at a 2-minute walk. DAMAC Marina Terrace is located at a 3-minute walk from No. 9. A little further away, Botanica Tower Marina is another residential structure that can be reached in 4 minutes by car.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Marina Walk
• The Walk JBR
• Mall of Emirates

No. 9 provides its residents with direct access to Dubai Marina Walk. Built around Jumeirah Beach, Marina Walk offers over 300 retail outlets and more than 50 restaurant options. It also includes a seven km long walk-way.

The Walk JBR is also located at a short distance from the building and can be reached after a 10-minute drive. Those looking for a variety of shopping options and international fashion brands can head to the Mall of the Emirates at a 14-minute drive.

No. 9 offers a large number of amenities to its residents and is one of the last few water-front residences in Dubai. However, these features also mean that prices for units in the tower are higher compared to other properties.  Nonetheless, the property offers great ROIs for investors.