The Lofts East, Downtown Dubai

The Lofts East is part of The Lofts, a three-tower apartment complex by Emaar Properties. It is the first 36-storey block with 174 residential apartments comprising 1 and 2-bedroom units. These apartments are ranked as one of Dubai’s most sought-after freehold properties.

The Loft was launched in 2005. A shopping arcade on the podium level is accessible from all three towers. The complex has 497 towers in total.

Downtown Dubai is a sought-after location with high-rise towers and popular tourist destinations. Being home to many commercial and residential projects, it has become an integral part of Dubai’s real estate market.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Downtown Dubai
• Developer: Emaar Properties
• Date of completion: 2009
• Number of floors: 36
• Number of units: 174
• Unit type: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Type of Ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Gym, open-air swimming pools, courtyards and gardens

There is covered parking in The Lofts East for residents. Guest parking is limited.

Multiple high-speed elevators in The Lofts East with electricity backup provide access to all floors.

Security is backed by 24-hour CCTV surveillance. Only the residents with key cards can access apartments. There is an intercom facility as well so one can communicate with the reception. Residents in The Lofts East, Dubai, can use the shared complex facilities.

Residents can apply for membership and avail of fitness facilities, including an equipped gym in The Lofts East. One can also practise swimming outdoors. There’s a deck with a large king-size pool and steam room.

There is a covered play area for kids with trained staff. A well-paved garden with jogging tracks is accessible where families can go for evening strolls. Moreover, sports lovers can play squash on the community sports court. There’s a multi-purpose room for indoor games as well.

24-hour front desk help, concierge and maintenance services are provided.

Bayut has worked on creating a simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans on the website. You can easily find the unit type and bed type you’re interested in by browsing The Lofts East floor plans.

There are 174 1 and 2-bed apartments in The Lofts East Tower. Some of these are fully furnished. Each unit is completed with basic fixtures and good-quality sanitary fittings.

There are three types of 1-bedroom apartments in The Lofts East. Type 1 has a standard living space of 912 sq. ft., including the balcony. These units are usually found on the 30th floor. Type 2 covers 958 sq. ft., while Type 3 is a smaller 774 sq. ft. flat. Each flat has the same amenities regardless of the covered area. There is a modern kitchen (open or closed, depending on the space), a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a guest bathroom. The living hall usually has a separate dining space.

2-bedroom apartments in The Lofts East, Downtown Dubai, cover 1,120 sq. ft. to 1,491 sq. ft. Each unit has two spacious bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and attached bathrooms, a living area with separate dining space, an open-concept kitchen with regular appliances and a balcony.

One can get around the town via the metro, bus or car. Taxis are also a widely used mode of transportation near The Lofts East.

The closest bus station is 8 Boulevard Walk Tower 1 at a 4-minute drive where you can catch bus 13. Dubai Mall Land Side – A is a 5-minute drive away. Bus lines that stop here include F-13, D-03 and D-03A.

Those who prefer travelling via Dubai Metro can reach Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa Metro Station in 4 minutes and the Business Bay Metro Station in 5 minutes.

Some popular Downtown Dubai restaurants near The Lofts East are:

• Belcanto Restaurant
• Chaplin Restaurant & Cafe
• The Cheesecake Factory

Chaplin Restaurant is only 2 minutes away from the complex. It also offers business lunch and has a capacity of 500 guests. Belcanto Restaurant is also nearby.

Those looking to spend some time at the bar or a pub can reach any of these within 8 minutes:

• Double Decker Pub
• Bay Club
• Makar

Some of Dubai’s best supermarkets near The Lofts East Tower include:

• Spinneys
• Choithrams
• Zoom Mini Mart

If you prefer Carrefour, that’d be only a short drive away in Burj View Towers. There’s Waitrose in The Dubai Mall, while Al Maya Supermarket is just a few blocks away.

• JSS Private School
• Hartland International School
• Jumeirah International Nursery
• Blossom Downtown Nursery

JSS Private School is a CBSE curriculum with Pre-KG to Grade 12 classes. It is 12 minutes away from the building.

At a 13-minute drive is Hartland International School. It offers the National Curriculum of England.

Those looking for a nursery nearby can consider Jumeirah International Nursery and Blossom Downtown Nursery. Both are less than 10 minutes away from The Lofts.

• Burj Vista
• Forte Tower
• Standpoint Towers

The Lofts East is close to many residential buildings. Its neighbours include Burj Vista, Forte Tower and Standpoint Towers.

• Burj Khalifa
• Dubai Opera
• Burj Park

Since the project is in the centre of Downtown Dubai, it is easy to spot and access different parts of the city.

Popular among tourists and expats alike, Burj Khalifa is a mixed-use skyscraper. Dubai Opera is Dubai’s first performing arts theatre. It takes only a 2-minute drive to reach Dubai Opera from The Lofts. Art soirees, food trucks and bicycle stands are popular among visitors of Burj Park.

The Lofts East is also easily accessible from Dubai Mall, which is 2.4 km away. Burj Park is 1.4 km to the south.

The Lofts East has only one and two-bedroom apartments. Also, the sales prices may seem quite high to some, but it may prove as a valuable investment considering the location and construction quality along with all the amenities and nominal maintenance charges. Those living in Downtown Dubai might struggle with traffic jams during peak hours.

The building has a gym, open-air swimming pools, courtyards and gardens.

The Lofts East tower is developed by Emaar.