Dubai’s Top 5 Communities with the Best Views

A community is more than its tree-lined streets, glitzy restaurants and sparkling pools. Sometimes, it’s what you can appreciate when you’re in the comfort of your own apartment, while simply gazing outside the window. If you’re a buyer searching for a property that offers a view of more than your neighbour’s back garden, take a look at our selection of Dubai’s top 5 locations ranked by their views. This ranking has been based on real-time searches on propertyfinder.

Dubai Marina

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Imagine the height of luxury and then amp it up a level. As the city’s first purpose-built waterfront development, the Marina offers a tranquil and idyllic lakeside setting amidst acres of high-rise residences and the sprawling Marina Walk with its cozy cafés, stylish restaurants, walkways, biking trails and cobbled streets. Dramatically sited for maximum appeal, the captivating views of some of the world’s finest luxury yacht marinas and lavish sunsets that the Marina residences flaunt from every vantage point are the true highlights.

The Palm Jumeirah

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Imagine waking up to eye popping postcard-calibre vistas of unparalleled, expansive scenery every morning. This man-made island heralded as the 8th wonder of the world is home to some of the most exquisitely designed beachfront villas, luxury residences, signature golf courses, gourmet restaurants, spas and five-star hotels – the most notable among them, the Atlantis. Right on the water’s edge, the properties at the Palm Jumeirah frame panoramas of the turquoise waters from every single room.

Downtown Dubai

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When you live right across the world’s tallest building, there’s probably nothing like a “bad seat”. Featuring the Burj as its centerpiece and adjacent to one of the world’s largest shopping malls, Downtown Dubai is one of the city’s most sought after communities to live in. Nowhere else can you find such easy access to unimpeded views of the city’s skyline and vast lakeshore. The glow of the city provides you with all the light you need for sipping cocktails from your terrace or balcony while the residences of the glitzy Emaar Boulevard encircling the magnificent Burj open out to gorgeous views of palm-lined walkways, luxury shops, street side cafés, the Old Town, the sea, and of course, the most idyllic sunsets

Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT)

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Nestled along the edges of four artificial lakes, the towers at JLT offer postcard-like views. Whether you wish to hang on to the lakefront or enjoy skyscraper views of the glittering city ablaze in sunset hues as you lounge in an infinity pool, you’re always at the backdrop of the glamorous city that Dubai truly is. The residences at JLT deliver picturesque views of the metropolis besides being perfectly located to provide easy access to Dubai’s business and entertainment districts.

Jumeirah Village Circle

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A scenic neighbourhood of villas, townhouses and landscaped greenery, Jumeirah Village Circle is an idyllic leafy urban enclave with winding streets and lush views. A haven for those seeking a quiet residential setting, the development offers pristine homes that open out to relaxing garden and cascading water vistas. Easy stroll to great restaurants, visiting shorebirds, full sunlight all day and starlit skies at night. Exceptional.

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