Bay Square Building 12 market overview
Prices of properties for sale in Bay Square Building 12 range from AED 2.3M to AED 2.3M, with a median of AED 2.3M. A total of 1 listings are available.
Median price
2.3M
Price range
2.3M - 2.3M
Bay Square Building 12
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What you need to know about Bay Square Building 12
Bay Square Building 12 is part of the Bay Square cluster in Business Bay, one of Dubai's most central mixed-use districts. It sits in a low-rise pocket with commercial and residential buildings, right by the Dubai Water Canal. Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and Sheikh Zayed Road are all about a 5-minute drive away, so getting across the city for work or plans usually doesn't take long.
Bay Square is laid out as a compact, walkable cluster of connected buildings. Retail and dining run along the podium level, which makes everyday errands simple. Nani Rolls & Noodles and Boba House are right downstairs, and more restaurants, cafés, and fast-food spots are within a 3-minute to 7-minute walk.
This area makes the most sense for working professionals and students. Offices, co-working spaces, and hotel meeting venues keep things busy through the week, and the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa are both about a 5-minute drive away when you want to head out after work or on weekends.
For public transport, Bay Square 1 bus stop is within walking distance, about a 5-minute walk. Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall and Business Bay metro stations are both about a 5-minute to 10-minute drive away or reachable by bus. The canal promenade is good for evening walks, especially in cooler weather.
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Bay Square Building 12 sits in the Bay Square precinct of Business Bay, with the Dubai Water Canal to the south and Sheikh Zayed Road about a 10-minute drive to the west. Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa are about 5 minutes away by car, and Al Khail Road runs along the eastern side with access in roughly 10 minutes, which helps if you're heading toward Al Quoz or Meydan.
The area is packed with hotels, offices, and residential towers, so cafés, gyms, and clinics are easy to reach either on foot or by car. That's really the appeal here: you're in a part of the city where most day-to-day needs don't require much planning.
Restaurants in Bay Square Building 12
Nani Rolls & Noodles and Boba House are both in the building, so they're the easiest options for a quick coffee or meal. Tam Puzatic is about a 3-minute walk away, and Caribou Coffee is at roughly the same walking distance.
If you want more variety, CZN Burak is under a 5-minute drive along the canal, and Cup Of Beans is a similar drive for specialty coffee. For mall dining, Shake Shack, P.F. Chang's, and Al Baik are all near The Dubai Mall, about a 5-minute drive from the building. Third Avenue is also reachable in that same timeframe.
Lifestyle fit & resident profile
Lifestyle compatibility
Top renter nationalities
- India18%
- Lebanon8%
- United Kingdom7%
- United Arab Emirates5%
Schools near Bay Square Building 12
Bay Square Building 12 is in the middle of Business Bay, which is more commercial than family-oriented, so you won't find many schools inside the district itself. Most families use schools in nearby areas like Al Safa, Al Quoz, and Downtown Dubai, generally about a 10-minute drive away.
Hartland International School, about 2.6 kilometers away, offers a mix of UK and International Baccalaureate curricula and holds a Very Good KHDA rating, with fees ranging from AED 49,000 to AED 93,000.
Jebel Ali School, also roughly 2.6 kilometers away, follows the UK curriculum and carries a Very Good KHDA rating as well, with fees between AED 50,000 and AED 102,000.
Dubai International Private School, also about 2.6 kilometers away, follows the American curriculum and holds a Good KHDA rating, with fees ranging from AED 16,000 to AED 25,000.
Nurseries and universities near Bay Square Building 12
Several nurseries are within about a 5-minute to 10-minute drive of Bay Square Building 12. Blossom Nursery Downtown, near the Dubai Canal, accepts children from around 45 days to four years old and follows the EYFS framework. Little Dreamers Nursery in Jumeirah is another nearby option for toddlers and preschoolers in a similar age range.
For higher education, the Canadian University Dubai is roughly a 5-minute drive away in the City Walk area. The University of Wollongong in Dubai, in Dubai Knowledge Park, is about a 15-minute drive away.
Business Bay itself is mainly commercial and residential, so there are no schools directly within Bay Square. In practice, that means families should expect a short commute most days, though access to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road helps keep it manageable.
Average annual fees
52,299
Number of schools in the area
26 schools within 5 km
Most common curriculum
UK
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartland International School - FZ | UK - International Baccalaureate - UK/IB | 49K - 93K | 2.6 km | Very good |
| Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 50K - 102K | 2.6 km | Very good |
| Dubai International Private School - Br | American | 16K - 25K | 2.6 km | Good |
| GEMS Our Own Indian School | Indian | 7K - 15K | 2.6 km | Very good |
| North London Collegiate School Middle East L.L.C - FZ | International Baccalaureate | 92K - 144K | 2.7 km | Very good |
| Global Indian International School L.L.C | Indian | 23K - 42K | 2.7 km | Good |
| Japanese School | Japanese | 32K - 38K | 2.9 km | Good |
| JSS Private School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 26K | 3.0 km | Very good |
| Citizens School | UK | 42K - 85K | 3.0 km | Good |
| Horizons English School L.L.C | UK | 32K - 44K | 3.2 km | Outstanding |
| Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz L.L.C | French | 40K - 69K | 3.2 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Clarion School L.L.C | American | 42K - 95K | 3.3 km | Good |
| Dubai British School Jumeira | UK | 44K - 70K | 3.4 km | Not inspected yet |
| Dubai British School Mira (Br Of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 51K - 70K | 3.4 km | Not inspected yet |
| Harrow International School L.L.C | UK | 80K - 110K | 3.4 km | Not inspected yet |
| Jumeirah English Speaking School | UK | 54K - 65K | 3.9 km | Outstanding |
| Al Shurooq Private School | Ministry of Education | 8K - 13K | 4.0 km | Good |
| Bilingual French International School L.L.C-FZ | French | 50K - 101K | 4.1 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Al Ittihad Private School (Br) | American | 22K - 43K | 4.1 km | Good |
| Safa British School | UK | 45K - 74K | 4.2 km | Very good |
| Jumeira Baccalaureate School | International Baccalaureate | 64K - 96K | 4.3 km | Very good |
| GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch | UK | 44K - 56K | 4.5 km | Outstanding |
| Jumeirah College | UK | 79K - 99K | 4.7 km | Outstanding |
| The English College Dubai L.L.C | UK | 52K - 68K | 4.8 km | Very good |
| Springdales School L.L.C | UK - Indian | 19K - 46K | 4.9 km | Good |
| Credence High School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 29K | 4.9 km | Very good |
Getting around Bay Square Building 12
Bay Square Building 12 sits in central Business Bay, with Al A'lam Street and Burj Khalifa Street to the west and Al Asayel Street to the east. There's no metro station inside the community, but two Red Line stations are under 10 minutes away by car, and nearby bus stops help cover daily commutes.
Public transport access
For the closest option, Bay Square 1 bus stop is roughly a 5-minute walk. Bay Square 2 is just beyond it, and both connect Business Bay to Downtown Dubai and the wider RTA network. If you walk a bit farther, Coral Tower 1 and Coral Tower 2 are about 10 minutes away on foot, while Marquise Square Tower and the two Empire Heights Towers stop add more coverage along the canal side of the district.
The nearest metro station is Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall on the Red Line, about a 5-minute drive away or around a 25-minute walk. Business Bay metro station is a similar drive in the other direction. Financial Centre and Emirates Towers stations are also on the Red Line and both under 10 minutes by car, which gives you direct links to Deira, the airport corridor, and Jebel Ali.
Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Careem and Uber are easy to get across Business Bay, and the concentration of hotels and offices usually keeps wait times short.
Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall •3.2 km
Business Bay •3.1 km
Financial Centre •3.9 km
Car access
Bay Square Building 12 has quick access to several key roads. Burj Khalifa Street and Al A'lam Street cut through the western side of Business Bay and connect to Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard and the Downtown Dubai loop. On the other side, Al Asayel Street and Financial Center Street give you a direct route toward Sheikh Zayed Road and the Al Khail Road interchange.
Marasi Drive runs along the Dubai Water Canal and heads south toward Al Quoz, while Burj View Street, School Street, The Old Town Avenue, Al Ohood Street, Al Yamamah Street, and Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street handle local movement inside the district.
Parking around the building includes Zero Car Park and several RTA paid-parking zones within walking distance. Valtrans valet parking operates nearby, and Artin Car Park Rental is roughly a 2-minute walk away. Royal Melody Car Park, Fahidi Parking, and Fifty One Business Bay Tower paid parking add more covered and open-air options.
If you drive an EV, there's a dedicated Electric Vehicle Only charging bay near the ADNOC Oasis station. Valet services also operate at neighboring towers and restaurants, including Golden Bay Valet Parking and Integrated Parking Services.
Dubai Mall and Downtown Dubai are roughly a 5-minute drive from Bay Square Building 12, and the Burj Khalifa observation deck area takes about the same time via Burj Khalifa Street. City Walk and DIFC's Gate Avenue are both about a 10-minute drive away.
Jumeirah's coastline and Mercato Beach are around 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Dubai International Airport usually takes roughly 20 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road or Al Khail Road, while Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Island is about an hour's drive south along the E11.
Zero Car Park, paid parking •1.2 km
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What Residents say about Bay Square Building 12
I’ve spent a fair amount of time around Business Bay and it’s one of those areas that looks exactly how you’d expect Dubai to look - sleek, central, and always a bit on the go. Location-wise, it’s hard to fault. You’re minutes from everything includes the likes of Downtown, DIFC, Sheikh Zayed Road, and almost next door to The Dubai Mall, which is obviously one of the biggest highlights of the city. Getting around is pretty seamless overall, and public transport is a big plus here: metros, buses, and cabs are all easily available, so you’re not fully reliant on a car. What’s interesting about Business Bay is that while it’s very work-driven, it’s also quite residential, so you get a mix of both. There are loads of cafés, gyms, and restaurants, and the canal side is genuinely a highlight, especially in the cooler months when it’s great for a walk or even cycling. That said, it can feel a little… transactional. A lot of people are there for work, so it doesn’t always have that strong “community” vibe. Traffic can also be a bit chaotic during peak hours, and depending on the building, quality really varies; some are great, others not so much. Overall, it works really well if you want convenience, connectivity, and that polished city feel, with the added bonus of actually being able to live there and not just work there.
6 months ago
Business Bay Peak hour traffic is really a challenge to get out of business bay, the metro is always crowded, for families and bachelors its ideal for being the middle of the city and burj views
6 months ago
Business Bay is Dubai’s thriving commercial and mixed-use hub, offering a dynamic environment for both work and lifestyle. Known for its modern skyline, it is home to numerous offices, corporate headquarters, and business centers, making it one of the city’s prime destinations for professionals and entrepreneurs. The community also features high-rise residential towers, stylish apartments, and waterfront promenades along the Dubai Canal, creating a live-work-play environment. Residents enjoy a variety of dining, retail, and leisure options, with easy access to Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, and other key areas. Connectivity is excellent, with major roads and metro access ensuring smooth commuting. However, as a central business district, the area can experience traffic congestion during peak hours, and rental rates tend to be on the higher side. Overall, Business Bay is ideal for those seeking a modern, urban lifestyle in close proximity to Dubai’s commercial and entertainment core.
7 months ago
One of the most central and vibrant locations of Dubai - mix of commercial and residential buildings. Plenty of restaurants, cafes and hotels - giving an ideal city vibe plus very close proximity to Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa! The Dubai Canal within the area is great for evening walks. The parking and traffic can get bit intense especially during peak hours. Getting around Business Bay is not always the easiest - buses are the ideal option for public transport rather than the metro as the buildings are spread out.
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Property types in Bay Square Building 12
Bay Square Building 12 is a mid-rise commercial and residential tower in the Bay Square cluster of Business Bay. It sits just off the Dubai Water Canal and forms part of a mixed-use development by Meraas, with retail on the ground floor and residential units above. For residential options, you'll only find apartments for rent in Bay Square Building 12 and apartments for sale here, so the feel is urban and compact rather than villa- or townhouse-based.
Most available units are one-bedroom apartments, ranging from roughly 1,180 sq ft to around 1,560 sq ft. Burj Khalifa-facing units sit at the top end of that range.
For context, this is a higher entry point than some nearby Business Bay towers. Waves Tower and Mayfair Residency are the closest comparables in the immediate cluster. Bay Square Building 12 is priced above those options because the apartments are larger and the Bay Square retail promenade is right outside.
Residents also get practical day-to-day convenience at the podium level. Nani Rolls & Noodles and Boba House are both in the building, so coffee or a quick meal is only a short walk away.
Alongside its residential apartments, Bay Square Building 12 also has a commercial side made up entirely of office space. On the sales market, offices for sale in Bay Square Building 12 have changed hands at an average of AED 5,176,450, or roughly AED 2,883 per square foot.
The rental market tells a similar two-tier story. New offices for rent in Bay Square Building 12 average around AED 544,950 a year, while renewed leases come in considerably lower at roughly AED 262,554, reflecting the gap between fresh market rates and existing tenants renewing at older terms. In total, 28 rental transactions were recorded, a slight pullback from the previous period.
Frequently asked questions
Bay Square Building 12 puts you within a short walk of Boba House and Nani Rolls & Noodles, which makes day-to-day living pretty convenient. It tends to suit working professionals and students best because Business Bay and DIFC are both easy to reach.
Bay Square Building 12 offers one-bedroom apartments with sale prices currently ranging from AED 1.95M to AED 2.3M. Its central Business Bay location helps support rental demand from professionals working nearby. Returns still depend on the specific unit, floor, and view, and a Burj Khalifa-facing apartment will usually carry a different premium than a city-view layout.
Bay Square Building 12 is in Business Bay, which is a designated freehold area in Dubai. That means property can be owned outright by both residents and overseas buyers without the need for a local partner or sponsor.
Business Bay Metro Station is roughly 3.1 km away, and Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station is about 3.2 km from the building. Both are reachable in under ten minutes by car, though rush-hour traffic can stretch that out. Bay Square 1 and Bay Square 2 are much closer and within walking distance, so buses are often the more practical option for daily commuting.
Bay Square is a low-rise mixed-use cluster inside Business Bay, made up of numbered buildings around a central courtyard with ground-floor retail, cafés, and restaurants. The wider Business Bay area is mostly high-rise residential and commercial towers along the Dubai Canal. Day to day, Bay Square feels more compact and walkable, while the rest of Business Bay gives you more variation in tower height, views, and price.
Nani Rolls & Noodles and Boba House are right by the building entrance. Tam Puzatic and Caribou Coffee are also within a short walk. If you don't mind a quick drive, CZN Burak, Cup Of Beans, Poke Zone, and Tim Hortons are about 5 minutes away, while Shake Shack, Al Baik, and Salt at Dubai Mall are all under 10 minutes by car.