Riviera Lakeview Apartments, International City

International City is known for its low-rise apartment buildings arranged in country-themed clusters. Nevertheless, economical and affordability is the essence of this neighbourhood, which has attracted real estate investors around the emirate.

Riviera Lakeview Apartments, also known as Riviera Lake View Apartments, is one such project in International City Phase 1. A project of B&M Riviera, its construction ended in May 2007. Most properties were quickly off the market as investors were keen to buy the apartments.

The building stands 10 storeys tall with 11 retail outlets spread across the ground floor. The ten residential floors consist of 210 high-quality studio and 1-bedroom apartments. Bringing more ease and satisfaction to the tenants, car parking is spread over two basement floors. The building has three high-speed elevators and allows residents to bring in pets with them.

Riviera Lake View Apartments made sensational news when eight out of 10 floors were sold off within 24 hours after its launch in the market.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: International City Phase 1
• Developer: B&M Riviera
• Date of completion: May 2007
• Number of floors: 10
• Number of units:  210
• Unit type: Studio and 1-bedroom apartments
• Amenities: Gym, swimming pool, pet-friendly

The two basement levels are reserved for residents’ car parking in Riviera Lake View Apartments. Guests and visitors can park their vehicles outside the building.

Three high-speed elevators in Riviera Lake View Apartments ensure smooth access to apartments.

Security staff and CCTV cameras are on surveillance for 24 hours. Similarly, competent maintenance staff is ready round-the-clock. Tenants and owners will be pleased with regular waste disposal services. Central air-conditioning systems are also installed in the apartments.

A fitness club with modern equipment and machines and a swimming pool is available in the building. Residents can easily find a gym in Riviera Lake View Apartments to keep their health regimes on track.

The tower’s location means many lifestyle amenities are within easy reach. The locality boasts kids’ play areas, nurseries and schools for your young ones. Meanwhile, adults can make most of the Dragon Mart situated nearby and open green spaces.

Riviera Lake View Apartments takes special care of visitors. For their convenience and comfort, a lobby has been designed on the ground floor with a reception.

Pet owners will be happy to notice that pets are allowed in the building.

The ideology behind Riviera Lake View Apartments is bringing quality and comfortable living experience to International City at affordable prices. Keeping in mind this vision, the building offers 210 residential units including studios and 1-bedroom apartments.

With high-quality fittings and finishes, these flats are an ideal residence for expatriates who want to cut down on accommodation expenses. The apartments share the location with a gigantic mall and other lifestyle amenities.

All flats have a central air-conditioning system. The windows and balconies in these units provide beautiful community views.

Studio apartments in Riviera Lake View Apartments have covered areas of 454 sq. ft. These units come with a large living room with a fully equipped kitchenette and a bathroom. The balcony overlooks the community.

Having covered an area of 732 sq. ft. 1-bedroom apartments in Riviera Lake View Apartments feature a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. A powder room is located towards the entrance of the apartments. The kitchen and the living room are built together and give way to the terrace. The view from the bedroom’s window and the balcony is of the community and neighbouring residential buildings.

These figures are based on the services charges for Riviera Lakeview*, International City as per the Dubai Land Department. Know more about the Dubai service charges if you are interested in buying a property in the city.

These charges are subject to change.

Bus stations within the International City mainly make up transportation near Riviera Lake View Apartments. Bus stops at Central Business District 1 and 2, Rivera Dreams Apartments 1 2, Post Office 1 and 2 and similar other nearby locations are a 2 to 5-minute drive away.

It will take around a 15 to 25-minute drive to reach World Trade Centre Metro Station, Emirates Towers Metro Station and Financial Centre Metro Station.

Getting your hands on scrumptious cuisine is easy because of restaurants near Riviera Lake View Apartments. The building is close to eateries offering Arabic and Asian cuisines, such as:

• Bait Al Mandi
• Mandi Time
• Sun Tour Restaurant
• Green Belt Restaurant
• Go Home Restaurant
• Intizar Restaurant
• Karak Station Restaurant
• Mani’s Biryani Restaurant

One can reach these food outlets easily in less than 5 minutes by car. Royal Hyderabad Restaurant, Yalla Momos and other popular restaurants in International City are a 5 to 8-minute drive away from the building.

Those looking for fine dining options will notice that these are located at quite a distance. The nearest upscale restaurants are available in around 22 to 25 minutes via car.

• STK Downtown Dubai
• Teatro
• Rasa Restaurant – Fortune Karama Hotel, Dubai
• Billionaire Mansion & Sumosan Dubai – Taj Hotel, Dubai

Supermarkets near Riviera Lake View Apartments are always ready to serve International City residents and stock local and international products. Top choices include:

• Carrefour City
• Lulu Express
• Majelan Al Madina Supermarket
• Carrefour Hypermarket

These grocery stores are a 2 to 5-minute drive away from the building.

At a 6 to 10-minute drive, you have the following destinations:

• Dragon Mart
• Desert Palm Polo Club
• Heriot-Watt University, Dubai

Nearby residential buildings include:

• Global Green View 2
• Sheffield Classic Apartments
• Rufi Gardens

Other residential developments in proximity include Lady Ratan Manor – International City and Sun Star 2.

The building is highly recommended because of its affordability. Nevertheless, for lifestyle amenities and advanced fitness and health facilities, residents will have to rely on developments in nearby areas.