Clayton Residency is a residential apartment tower in Business Bay, close to the Dubai Water Canal and with views toward Burj Khalifa. Listings show one- and two-bedroom apartments, and many units advertise balconies plus canal or Burj views. The building sits just off Al Khail Road, which puts Downtown Dubai about a five-minute drive away and Sheikh Zayed Road roughly seven minutes away.
If you want a central address in Business Bay without paying the premium newer towers often ask, Clayton Residency is one to look at. It tends to suit working professionals and investors, and the mix of nearby hotels and day-to-day conveniences makes daily life straightforward. The First Collection Waterfront is right next door, and coffee shops and gyms are within walking distance.
On-site, there's a small swimming pool and well-maintained common areas. Apartments for sale in Clayton Residency currently range from AED 985K to AED 2M, with a median around AED 1.35M. The building attracts both owner-occupiers and buy-to-let buyers, so it's a practical option for city-center living at a relatively accessible price point for Business Bay.
Prices of properties for sale in Clayton Residency range from AED 1M to AED 2M, with a median of AED 1.35M. A total of 15 listings are available. 9 properties have been listed for sale in Clayton Residency over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 100% are verified and 73% are listed by SuperAgents.
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10 sale transactions were recorded in Clayton Residency over the past 12 months, marking a 9.1% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Clayton Residency.
See all TransactionsClayton Residency sits along the Dubai Water Canal in Business Bay, just off Al Khail Road, with on-ramp access roughly a minute's drive away. The area around it is packed with hotels and residential buildings, and Downtown Dubai is about five minutes to the north by car.
You can handle a lot of daily errands on foot here. Crumbs is about a ten-minute walk away, and The Lounge Cafe is a little farther. Several gyms, including UFC and Fitness By DoubleTree, are within a five-minute walk, which makes off-site workouts easy.
The canal promenade beside the building gives residents an easy place for evening walks and cooler-weather cycling.
Clayton Residency has a swimming pool on site, though it's on the smaller side, and the common areas are well maintained and kept clean. Most apartments come with a balcony, and select units look out toward the canal or Burj Khalifa. Some units also feature a private steam room.
Clayton Residency puts a good mix of coffee shops and restaurants within easy reach. Crumbs is the nearest coffee shop at about a ten-minute walk, and The Lounge and Bon Bon are at a similar distance on foot.
If you're heading out for a meal, CZN Burak is roughly a five-minute drive away and serves Turkish-style grilled dishes in a lively setting. Nani Rolls & Noodles is about the same drive time, and P.F. Chang's is under five minutes by car as well.
A few more options sit slightly farther out. Timeless is reachable in around six minutes, and Loona and Navat Tea House are also within a short drive.
Clayton Residency doesn't have schools in its immediate Business Bay surroundings, so families here usually look to Al Safa, Jumeirah, and Al Quoz for day-to-day schooling. Within a 5 km radius, there are 27 schools. UK curricula are the most common, followed by Indian, International Baccalaureate, American, French, and Japanese programs. Average annual fees across these schools come to around AED 52,299.
Hartland International School, about 2.4 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.
Dubai International Private School, roughly 2.5 kilometers away, follows the American curriculum and carries a Good KHDA rating, with fees between AED 16,000 and AED 25,000.
North London Collegiate School Middle East, also about 2.5 kilometers away, follows the International Baccalaureate curriculum and holds a Very Good KHDA rating, with fees ranging from AED 92,000 to AED 144,000.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
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| Hartland International School - FZ | UK - International Baccalaureate - UK/IB | 49K - 93K | 2.4 km | Very good |
| Dubai International Private School - Br | American | 16K - 25K | 2.5 km | Good |
| North London Collegiate School Middle East L.L.C - FZ | International Baccalaureate | 92K - 144K | 2.5 km | Very good |
| GEMS Our Own Indian School | Indian | 7K - 15K | 2.5 km | Very good |
| Global Indian International School L.L.C | Indian | 23K - 42K | 2.6 km | Good |
| Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 50K - 102K | 2.9 km | Very good |
| Japanese School | Japanese | 32K - 38K | 3.1 km | Good |
| JSS Private School L.L.C | Indian | 12K - 26K | 3.1 km | Very good |
| Clarion School L.L.C | American | 42K - 95K | 3.2 km | Good |
| Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz L.L.C | French | 40K - 69K | 3.2 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Horizons English School L.L.C | UK | 32K - 44K | 3.4 km | Outstanding |
| Citizens School | UK | 42K - 85K | 3.4 km | Good |
| Dubai British School Jumeira | UK | 44K - 70K | 3.5 km | Not inspected yet |
| Dubai British School Mira (Br Of Taaleem Management (L L C)) | UK | 51K - 70K | 3.5 km | Not inspected yet |
| Harrow International School L.L.C | UK | 80K - 110K | 3.5 km | Not inspected yet |
| Bilingual French International School L.L.C-FZ | French | 50K - 101K | 3.7 km | Not inspected due to COVID 19 |
| Jumeirah English Speaking School | UK | 54K - 65K | 4.0 km | Outstanding |
| Al Ittihad Private School (Br) | American | 22K - 43K | 4.2 km | Good |
| Safa British School | UK | 45K - 74K | 4.2 km | Very good |
| Al Shurooq Private School | Ministry of Education | 8K - 13K | 4.3 km | Good |
| GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch | UK | 44K - 56K | 4.5 km | Outstanding |
| Jumeira Baccalaureate School | International Baccalaureate | 64K - 96K | 4.6 km | Very good |
| Springdales School L.L.C | UK - Indian | 19K - 46K | 4.7 km | Good |
| Credence High School L.L.C | Indian | 17K - 29K | 4.7 km | Very good |
| Jumeirah College | UK | 79K - 99K | 4.8 km | Outstanding |
| The English College Dubai L.L.C | UK | 52K - 68K | 4.8 km | Very good |
| Rashid and Latifa School | UK | 5.0 km | Not inspected yet |
Clayton Residency sits on the inner streets of Business Bay, with quick access to Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street and connections out to Al Asayel Street and Financial Center Street. If you drive, that keeps routes toward Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road straightforward.
For public transport, Business Bay metro station on the Red Line is roughly a 55-minute walk or about a five-minute drive from the building. Several bus stops are within walking distance, and taxis and ride-hailing apps are easy to get throughout the area.
The closest bus stop to Clayton Residency is Clayton Residency 2, about a six-minute walk from the entrance. Fairview Residency 2 is roughly five minutes away on foot, while Fairview Residency 1 is around an eight-minute walk.
A few more stops extend your options through Business Bay. Al Madar Scala Tower 2, Mayfair Residency 1, Mayfair Residency 2, and RBC Tower 2 are all within about a ten-minute walk.
For metro access, Business Bay station on the Red Line is roughly a five-minute drive away. Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall station is about the same drive time, and Financial Centre station is around nine minutes away by car.
The metro gets crowded at rush hour, but it still gives you a reliable connection across the city. Taxis and ride-hailing services like Careem and Uber are easy to find, and pickups are usually quick because of the building's road access.
Clayton Residency connects easily to Al Asayel Street and Financial Center Street, and both feed into Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road within minutes. Marasi Drive runs through the western side of Business Bay and gives drivers another route toward Downtown Dubai and beyond.
Parking options are close by, but it helps to know which ones are public. A public lot labeled 346G is about a three-minute walk from the building. More paid parking sits roughly a five-minute walk away, and several 346GP zones are scattered along the surrounding streets within a short walk.
A permit-only lot for Renaissance Hotel guests is about an 11-minute walk from the tower, so residents should stick to the public and paid options nearer the building.
By car, Clayton Residency is roughly a five-minute drive from Dubai Mall, and Downtown Dubai is about the same distance. Mercato Beach along the Jumeirah coast takes around 12–15 minutes to reach depending on traffic.
Dubai International Airport is typically under 20 minutes away via Financial Center Street and Al Khail Road, though peak-hour congestion through Business Bay can add time.
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.
7 months ago
Amazing
7 months ago
Nice building just off Al Khail Road. Well mantained and always clean. Nice, but small swimmingpool. A bit of noise caused by Al Khail road on the back side of the building.
11 years ago
Apartments for rent in Clayton Residency are in an all-residential tower with one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments in Business Bay. One-bedroom units range from roughly 747 to 810 sq ft, while two-bedroom layouts run from about 1,066 to 1,186 sq ft.
Balconies are common in both layouts, and several listings mention canal views and Burj Khalifa sightlines. Some units have been fully upgraded with features such as a private steam room, and listings include both furnished and unfurnished options.
Prices currently range from AED 985K to AED 2M, with a median sitting around AED 1.35M. Nearby buildings show a similar spread. Mayfair Residency lists from AED 920K to AED 2M, while Waves Tower starts at AED 800K and reaches AED 2.5M.
Clayton Residency works well for working professionals and young professionals who want a central Business Bay address with canal and Burj Khalifa views. The building offers one- and two-bedroom apartments, and several units have been upgraded with modern finishes. It sits just off Al Khail Road, so commuting is straightforward, though residents on the rear side of the building may notice some road noise.
Clayton Residency has a sale price range of AED 985K to AED 2M, with a median around AED 1.35M, which gives buyers a relatively accessible entry point for Business Bay. Recent transactions show per-square-foot prices ranging from roughly AED 800 to AED 1,772, depending on the unit and condition.
Business Bay is a designated freehold area in Dubai, so overseas buyers are generally eligible to purchase property there. Before completing a transaction, buyers should verify the specific title deed status of any unit in Clayton Residency through the Dubai Land Department or their conveyancing agent.
Clayton Residency is about 4.4 km from the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station and roughly 4.6 km from the Business Bay Metro Station. That works out to around a five- to ten-minute drive depending on traffic. The closest bus stops, including Fairview Residency 2 and Clayton Residency 2, are within walking distance, which makes buses a more practical public transport option for day-to-day trips.
Clayton Residency and Fairview Residency sit very close to each other in Business Bay, with the Fairview Residency bus stops less than a ten-minute walk away. Clayton Residency's sale prices range from AED 985K to AED 2M, while Fairview Residency's listed range is AED 1.1M to AED 2.5M. Both buildings offer canal views and similar unit types.
Clayton Residency has several coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance or a short drive, including Crumbs, The Lounge, and Bon Bon, all roughly a ten-minute walk away. CZN Burak, Nani Rolls & Noodles, and P.F. Chang's are reachable in under five minutes by car. The building itself features a swimming pool, though it's on the smaller side. Paid parking is available nearby, and there's street-level parking within a few minutes' walk.
