Based on 9 reviews
Marina Residences 2 is a residential building on the trunk of Palm Jumeirah, one of six apartment blocks in the Marina Residences community overlooking Anchor Marina. Nakheel is the developer, and Dar Al Handasah served as architectural consultant. Fourteen residential floors rise above ground and lower-ground levels, holding 162 homes. Work began in January 2006, and the building was finished in 2009, with every home held in freehold.
The mix runs from two-bedroom apartments with a maid's room up to four-bedroom duplexes and a single five-bedroom residence. Residents share separate pools for adults and children, a gym, saunas, steam rooms, and jacuzzis, plus underground parking and a 24-hour concierge. Palm Jumeirah Mall is about 200 m away, and sea, marina, and Palm views appear across most floors.
Palm Jumeirah Road keeps the tower connected to Dubai Marina and the rest of the city by car. Marina Residences 2 suits families, working professionals, and retirees looking for a quieter waterfront address without giving up access to dining and leisure.
Prices of properties for sale in Marina Residences 2 range from AED 4.5M to AED 26M, with a median of AED 6.5M. A total of 13 listings are available. 9 properties have been listed for sale in Marina Residences 2 over the past 30 days. Across all listings, 100% are verified and 100% are listed by SuperAgents.
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1,870 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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1,778 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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10,254 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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10,254 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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2,019 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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4,046 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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4,045 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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1,778 sqft
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Marina Residences 2, Marina Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
8 sale transactions were recorded in Marina Residences 2 over the past 12 months, marking a 50.0% decrease YoY.
The data displayed is based on average prices and sizes of all in Marina Residences 2.
See all TransactionsWith views toward the Dubai Marina skyline and the Palm, Marina Residences 2 also stays close to the Palm's main access road for drives to Sheikh Zayed Road.
The building's own facilities cover most daily needs:
Adults and children each have their own swimming pool, and residents can unwind in the sauna, steam rooms, and jacuzzis.
A fully fitted gym on site handles daily workouts.
Children get an outdoor play zone, and there's a garden area and a function hall for gatherings, landscaped parks and dog parks, and pets are welcome in the building.
A concierge team works around the clock, and guests wait in the lobby until their hosts collect them. Maintenance, cleaning, and waste collection are handled on-site; there's a laundry room, and Empower supplies the district cooling.
Getting between floors is quick, with six high-speed lifts serving the building, all of them panoramic.
Cars go underground, where each home is assigned one or two free bays depending on its size. Visitors use the public parking areas nearby.
Boon is the closest coffee shop, about 12 minutes on foot along the trunk, and Have is the same walk away. Espressi by The Espresso Lab and Roasters, a specialty coffee house, are also about 12 minutes on foot.
Waterfront living and easy access to dining shape the pace here. That makes the tower a comfortable fit for families, retirees, and working professionals who prefer a quieter life close to the city.
Multiple schools sit within 5 km of Marina Residences 2; most of these closest options follow American and UK curricula, and none has been inspected by KHDA yet.
Najmara teaches an American curriculum and is about ten minutes on foot from the building.
Queen Elizabeth's School offers a UK curriculum with a BTEC pathway and is a short drive away, about 2.5 km off.
Icademy Middle East, based in Dubai Knowledge Park, runs an American programme across all grades.
| School name | Curriculum | Fee range | Distance | KHDA rating |
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| Najmara | American | 782 m | Not inspected yet | |
| Queen Elizabeth's School L.L.C | UK - UK* - UK/BTEC | 2.5 km | Not inspected yet | |
| Icademy Middle East Fz.Llc | American | 20K - 28K | 2.8 km | Not inspected yet |
| Dubai College | UK | 97K - 110K | 3.4 km | Outstanding |
| The International School of Choueifat | SABIS (UK/US) | 22K - 42K | 3.7 km | Acceptable |
| GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch | American - International Baccalaureate | 66K - 93K | 4.7 km | Outstanding |
| Regent International Private School L.L.C | UK | 49K - 104K | 4.8 km | Very good |
| GEMS Wellington International School - Dubai Branch | UK - UK/IB - International Baccalaureate (1 | 48K - 103K | 4.8 km | Outstanding |
| American School Dubai | American | 61K - 89K | 4.9 km | Good |
All traffic on and off the island runs along Palm Jumeirah Road, so most residents rely on their own cars or taxis. Careem and Uber are the usual choice for trips without a car.
The Palm Monorail, which links the trunk to the mainland, has a station a couple of minutes from Marina Residences. For the Dubai Metro, the nearest stop is Al Fardan Exchange (formerly Al Khail) on the Red Line along Sheikh Zayed Road, about ten minutes by car.
The closest bus stop is at the Palm Jumeirah monorail station, a few minutes away. On the mainland, the Knowledge Village and Royal Mirage Hotel stops are about six and eight minutes by car. The Dubai Tram is also close: Al Sufouh station is around six minutes away, Knowledge Village about seven, and Palm Jumeirah about nine.
From the building, Palm Jumeirah Road leads onto Sheikh Zayed Road, the main route toward Downtown Dubai, the airport, and Abu Dhabi. Typical drive times are about 13 minutes to Dubai Marina, 23 minutes to DIFC, and 24 minutes to Dubai International Airport.
A parking lot is about five minutes on foot, and a paid parking area is also about five minutes away. The paid P100 and P101 lots are each about three minutes by car.
nice and peaceful area.
3 months ago
Palm Jumeirah is one of Dubai’s most iconic addresses, and living here definitely feels exclusive and premium. The waterfront views are unbeatable, whether you’re looking at the skyline or stepping out onto the beach, and there’s a real sense of privacy and calm compared to busier districts. Running or cycling along the sea is amazing, and you get the most iconic view of Atlantis The Palm right as you do it. The location is convenient, close to Dubai Marina and the rest of the city, and road connectivity is smooth, though traffic can build up near the entry points during peak hours. Public transport isn’t ideal, so most residents rely on cars or taxis. The lifestyle here is very polished, with some of the most posh restaurants, beach clubs, gyms and cafés within the Palm’s reach. Everything comes at a price, rent is high, groceries and everyday costs feel premium, and while it’s scenic and calm, it can feel a bit isolated compared to the more lively areas of the city. Ultimately, Palm Jumeirah is a place you live if you only prefer premium living, the one percent. It’s perfect for luxury, views and that iconic waterfront lifestyle, but it’s not for hustle, buzz or affordability.
8 months ago
Palm Jumeirah is truly one of the most impressive places to live and visit in Dubai. The views are stunning, the beaches are clean and peaceful, and the overall atmosphere feels very premium and relaxing. There’s a great mix of restaurants, cafes, and leisure options, all within easy reach. The area is well maintained, secure, and perfect for families as well as professionals. Whether it’s a morning walk along the waterfront or enjoying sunset views, Palm Jumeirah offers a unique lifestyle that’s hard to match. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality living in Dubai. 🌴
8 months ago
The area is very luxurious
8 months ago
nice area, luxurious beaches
8 months ago
Living in Palm Jumeirah offers a unique island lifestyle, but it comes with significant trade-offs in connectivity, which ranks lowest due to the lack of direct Metro access and a reliance on the Monorail and private cars. While the community is moderately family-friendly with decent greenery and walking paths near Al Ittihad Park, the experience is often dampened by high noise and heavy traffic levels. It is a prestigious address for those prioritizing beach access and luxury, but day-to-day commuting and local congestion remain the biggest challenges for residents.
10 months ago
The accessibility to the Nakheel Mall and West Beach makes this a very lively and exciting place to live. The apartments are extremely spacious and bright and the sea views are excellent. There's also great connectivity to The Atlantis, The Pointe, and the Dubai Metro through the Palm Monorail.
4 years ago
Great building right next to west beach and nakheel mall. Apartments are spacious with amazing views. Guest parking can get a little busy.
5 years ago
Love living here although some of the minor details need work. Pool is amazing but gym needs improvement.
8 years ago
Marina Residences 2 is a fully residential tower of 162 homes, from two-bedroom apartments up to three-bedroom apartments and four-bedroom duplexes.
Units with two bedrooms, including Type C layouts, measure about 1,735 to 2,046 sq ft. Every two-bedroom plan has a maid's room, a terrace, a guest bathroom, and an open fitted kitchen, and both bedrooms are en-suite with walk-in closets and wood floors.
Apartments with three bedrooms run from about 2,439 to 4,947 sq ft, with the third bedroom also en-suite and fitted with a walk-in closet.
Sea, marina, and Palm views are common, and higher floors open up wider views toward the Dubai skyline. Upgraded interiors appear often in the building.
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Four-bedroom homes, including duplexes, range from about 6,820 to 10,254 sq ft. One corner duplex currently listed sits at the top of that range, with four bedrooms, six bathrooms, and a large terrace. It suits buyers who want the space of a villa without leaving the tower.
Marina Residences 2 suits families, working professionals, and retirees who want a quieter waterfront lifestyle on Palm Jumeirah. Homes range from two-bedroom apartments to a five-bedroom residence, and separate adult and children's pools, a gym, and a 24-hour concierge are on site.
Sale prices currently range from about AED 4.75M to AED 26M, with a median near AED 5.6M. Its Palm Jumeirah address and sea-facing views support consistent demand, and a mix of apartments with two to four bedrooms keeps the building relevant for a broad tenant pool.
Yes, homes in Marina Residences 2 are sold on a freehold basis.
The Palm Monorail has a station a couple of minutes from the building. The nearest Dubai Metro station is Al Fardan Exchange on the Red Line, about ten minutes by car.
Each home has one or two free underground bays, depending on its size, and visitors use nearby public parking. A parking lot is about five minutes on foot, and the P100 and P101 lots are each about three minutes by car.
Yes, the building is pet-friendly, and the wider Marina Residences community has dedicated dog parks.
