Opal Building, Bur Dubai

Opal Building is a residential building consisting of 8 floors and is located in Bur Dubai. The building is developed by Union Properties and features 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Amenities in the building include a kids’ play area, a party area, a gymnasium and a swimming pool for residents. Opal Building is located just opposite to the Burjuman Metro Station and is close to many landmarks and hotels in the vicinity.

Bur Dubai is located on the western part of the Dubai Creek. It is known to be one of the largest residential hubs in the city and is also a home to the famous Al Fahidi Historical District, The Dubai Frame and Zabeel Palace. The community has plenty of metro stations and it also features various commercial districts. Apartments for sale in Bur Dubai are very much in demand and offer an ideal lifestyle.

• Type of Building: Residential
• Location: Bur Dubai
• Developer: Union Properties
• Number of floors: 8
• Unit type: 2 and 3-bedroom units
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Swimming pool, kids play area, gymnasium

There is a separate area dedicated to parking in Opal Building, Dubai where residents are allocated parking spots individually.

High-speed elevators in Opal Building, Bur Dubai are installed for a smooth and fast access to the respective units.

Opal Building is centrally air-conditioned and centrally heated. It also has a maintenance team that takes care of any maintenance needs if needed. CCTV monitoring is carried out day and night for security purposes.

There is a party area in the building where events can be organised if needed.

There is a sauna, a Jacuzzi, a billiards room, a swimming pool, steam rooms and a gymnasium in Opal Building, Dubai.

A party area, a kids’ play area, broadband internet services and satellite and cable TV services add to the lifestyle amenities in Opal Building.

A lobby which is well-furnished offers concierge services to guests and visitors day and night.

Apartment types in the building include 1, 2 and 3-bedroom units. All the units come with a balcony and feature fitted cabinets in the kitchen.

1-bedroom apartment in Opal Building, Dubai cover an area of around 777 sq. ft. Each unit comes with a bedroom with an attached bathroom, a kitchen with fitted cabinets and a balcony. All of these units have ceramic tiles and fitted wardrobes.

2-bedroom apartments in Opal Building, Bur Dubai include two bedrooms with attached bathrooms, a living and dining area, a kitchen and a balcony.

3-bedroom units in the building follow a similar floor plan as others, they come with three bedrooms with their own attached bathrooms, a living and dining area, a kitchen and a balcony.

Transportation is not an issue for people living in the Opal Building since there are plenty of metro stations nearby. For additional info on transportation there, you can look at the ultimate Dubai metro guide.

Burjuman Metro Station A1 Bus Station is at a drive of 3 minutes away from the location. Mankhool, Street 12 A Bus Station can also be reached within the same amount of time. Four Point Sheraton Hotel Bus Station is at a drive of 4 minutes.

Burjuman Metro Station is 4 minutes away. Al Fahidi Metro Station can be reached within 5 minutes. ADCB Metro Station can be reached within 6 minutes by car and Oud Metha Metro Station is at a drive of 9 minutes from the location.

Restaurants near Opal Building can include the given options:

• Gazebo Restaurant
• Chinese Star Restaurant
• Sigdi Restaurant
• Asha’s Restaurant

Gazebo is an Indian restaurant which is located just 6 minutes away from the location. It offers the best biryani, kebabs and tandoori dishes. The restaurant claims the reason of its fame is the recipe legacy, passed down through generations by the royal chefs over the decades.

Sigdi is another desi restaurant located at a distance of 7 minutes by car. At Sigdi, you can find Indian and North Indian cuisine including Chinese dishes and different kinds of kebabs. It is well-known for its spices and melt in the mouth type kebabs and tikkas.

For another similar restaurant but with a better ambiance, you can head over to Asha’s Restaurant that is located around 11 minutes away.

For Chinese, you can head over to Chinese Star Restaurant located at a drive of 8 minutes by car. It serves authentic Chinese cuisine at affordable rates.

Fine dining options nearby include:

• Tresind Dubai
• Bice Mare Restaurant

Tresind can be reached in 13 minutes. It is a 5 star Indian restaurant that serves high quality Indian dishes with a new twist. Tresind is part of the Voco Hotel and is counted as a modern Indian restaurant. The restaurant has a dedicated menu for vegetarians as well.

Bice Mare, which is known to be one of the best restaurants in Dubai is at a drive of 18 minutes by car. The restaurant offers seafood inspired cuisine and Italian dishes as well in the heart of Dubai. This place is always jam packed because of its popularity and offers an elegant ambiance which includes spectacular views from the Burj Khalifa.

Browse through top restaurants in Bur Dubai, if you want to look at more suitable options for yourself.

Supermarkets near Opal Building include:

• VIVA Supermarket
• Al Maya Supermarket
• Baqer Mohebi Supermarket
• Pakistan Supermarket

VIVA Supermarket is at a distance of 3 minutes. Al Maya Supermarket is 5 minutes away. Baqer Mohebi Supermarket is at a distance of 6 minutes and Pakistan Supermarket can be reached within 7 minutes by car. From Pakistan Supermarket, you can easily buy all kinds of desi spices and essentials.

For additional options when it comes to grocery shopping, you can take a look at the best supermarkets in Dubai.

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• Al Mariah Building – residential

Nearby buildings around Opal Building include Al Mariyah Building, Al Habtoor Building, Bait Al Jabal and Al Salam Residence in the vicinity.

Major landmarks near Opal Building include:

• Al Fahidi Historical District
• Dubai Frame
• Dubai Garden Glow

Al Fahidi Historical District is located at a drive of only 8 minutes by car from the location. It is a must visit place for people who are into historical sites. The landmark depicts the old and rich culture of Dubai and is also the oldest historical heritage there. This district remains active all throughout the year because of the organisation of different events held and the museums and art galleries there.

The Dubai Frame is at a drive of only 9 minutes by car. The frame features a glass bridge that is totally clear and connects the two different vertical towers together making it look like a large frame. Going to this frame is a must visit if you want to take a memorable picture of yourself. Stepping onto the bridge at such an elevated level gives you the impression of walking in the air about 150 meters high.

Dubai Garden Glow can be reached within 11 minutes by car easily. It is a great leisure spot in Dubai where people of all ages can enjoy. It is the largest thematic garden spreads over 40 acres of land. It was launched in 2015 at Zabeel Park. Happy Forest, Art Park, Dinosaur Park and The Glow Park are a few features of the garden.

For sure, living in Bur Dubai is a great experience and it is one of the most sought after communities to reside in. However, the parking situation along with the traffic may be an issue for people who commute from one place to another on a daily basis. The roads get very busy during peak hours and most of the residential properties in Bur Dubai are quite old so they may not offer all the modern amenities one may be looking for.