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Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

apartment community

AED 1,606/sqft-1.3%YoY

Buyer read

A balanced buyer case without one dominant signal

Apartments have a median sale price of AED 2.5M. 0% of recent sales are off-plan, while market activity ranks top 15%. The downside profile is moderate, based on 2 of 5 available inputs.

Entry unit

AED 2.5M

Apartment median · 2025-09-04 to 2026-09-04

Recent sale mix

0% off-plan

Low supply-pressure proxy

Market activity

Top 15%

Relative to Dubai communities

Downside profile

Moderate

2 of 5 risk inputs available

Dubai's most popular beachfront community with 40 residential towers along 1.7km of coastline. Home to The Walk and The Beach retail districts.

Median PSF

AED 1,606

Apartments

YoY change

-1.3%

5-yr sales

2,766

DLD transactions

Median price

AED 2.5M

All property types

Dubai Properties· Established3,482residents· 2026 est.· 2K householdsEst. 2002
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DUBUY VERDICT

Exceptional amenity density, weaker transit

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR offers exceptional amenity density with limited public transport. The mapped inventory covers 541 named venues; use the detail cards below to check the categories that matter to your routine.

Amenity access

100/100

Outdoor access

Transit

20/100

Mapped venues

541

Dining

67/100

327 mapped

Shopping

22/100

62 mapped

Health

21/100

34 mapped

Nightlife

90/100

27 mapped bars

Highlights1.7km beach accessThe Walk JBRThe Beach retail

DUBUY VERDICT

Lifestyle pick not investor turf

Returns are mid-pack on both yield and growth, but residents speak well of the area. Best fit for end-users prioritising living-in over rent-out economics.

YoY change

-1.3%

3-yr growth

+10%

Gross yield

5yr volume

2,766

Median PSF

AED 1,606

Apartments

YoY change

-1.3%

5-yr sales

2,766

DLD transactions

Median price

AED 2.5M

All property types

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is a primarily apartment-based community in Dubai with 2,766 transactions on record over the last five years. Median price per square foot sits at AED 1,606, down 1.3% year-on-year, tracking below the city-wide 7.0% benchmark. Use the evidence groups above to test daily life, market depth, available homes, and downside before deciding what to do next.

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Property priceAED 2.50M
Down payment25% · AED 625K

Monthly payment

AED 10K

Loan AED 1.88M · 25 yrs @ 4.5%

Indicative only — real rates vary by bank, residency status and credit profile. UAE typically requires 20–25% down for residents, 35–50% for non-residents.

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PROPERTY CATALOGUE

Homes in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is led by apartments, with 28 named developments and home types available to research.

Home types

2

Registered and marketed

Typical size

1,425 sqft

Community median

Named homes

28

Projects and home types

Floor plans

0 licensed

Rights-cleared only

Apartments

Studio, 1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R, 5 B/R, 8 B/R

929–2,558 sqft

Hotel apartments

1 B/R, 2 B/R, 3 B/R, 4 B/R, 5 B/R

689–1,924 sqft

Includes Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR, Jumeirah Gate, La Vie and 25 more.

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Market temperature & historical discussion for Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

Archived discussion themes: Praised for good tourist destination with amenities across multiple areas. Criticised for unsafe environment for women due to harassment and privacy violations.

Market temperatureTop 15%93rd percentileDLD transaction velocity, asking-price compression, acceleration and stability · updated 2026-09-08

Historical discussion

Above average

historical discussion rank among covered Dubai areas

Dated 2021–2026 archive from r/dubai, r/UAE and r/expats · 107 on-topic mentions · latest item Jul 20, 2026 · last scored 2026-07-21

Discussion trend

Improving

+0.15 per year

Mostly discussed by

residents

51% of mentions

Sentiment over time

+0.40-0.4Q2 25: sentiment -0.31, n=5Q2 25Q4 25: sentiment -0.19, n=40Q4 25Q1 26: sentiment -0.24, n=19Q1 26Q2 26: sentiment -0.20, n=25Q2 26Q3 26: sentiment -0.08, n=10Q3 26

Axis zoomed to the observed range (-0.4 to +0.4); sentiment scores still use the full −1 to +1 scale.

Sentiment from Q2 2025 to Q3 2026 moved from -0.31 to -0.08. Based on 99 mentions across 5 quarters.

What people praise

  1. +Good tourist destination with amenities across multiple areas×10
  2. +Beach access provides good venue for celebrations and gatherings×7
  3. +JBR offers lively atmosphere with restaurants and waterfront walkways×4
  4. +Good metro connectivity from nearby areas×3
  5. +Highly walkable neighborhood with abundant leisure activities×2

What people criticise

  1. Unsafe environment for women due to harassment and privacy violations×8
  2. High traffic congestion with aggressive driving behavior from residents×7
  3. Rental scams prevalent targeting desperate students searching for affordable housing×3
  4. Loud explosions disturbing sleep for multiple nights×2
  5. Sudden loud noise from low-flying aircraft overhead×2

Who's talking

Residents 51%Considering a move 20%Tourists 16%Agents / brokers 9%Unclassified 4%Investors 1%

Communities with similar vibes

Based on cosine similarity of what people praise and criticise about each area.

Based on 107 Reddit posts and comments (2021–2026) from r/dubai, r/UAE, r/expats and r/digitalnomad, scored by Claude Haiku. Latest collected item: Jul 20, 2026. Last scored 2026-07-21. Read the full methodology.

MARKET VERDICT

Price momentum is softening over the longer cycle

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is tracking below Dubai's current 7.0% annual benchmark. Read price direction together with volume, yield, and forecast confidence rather than treating one change figure as a buy signal.

YoY change

-1.3%

3-yr growth

+10%

12m sales

391

Forecast

high

Current PSF

AED 1,536

6-month forecast

-1.2%

Forecast range

1,441–1,593

AED per sqft

Confidence

High

Model confidence

HOMES & LISTINGS VERDICT

There is enough stock to narrow by name

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is led by apartments, with 28 named developments and home types available to research.

Named profiles

28

Primary stock

Apartments

Agent evidence

Available

Off-plan mix

0%

Named profiles

28

complete catalogue

Primary stock

Apartments

100% of observed mix

12m sales

391

DLD transactions

Agent evidence

Available

Observed listing specialists

RISK & SUPPLY VERDICT

No single downside signal dominates

Supply concentration, delivery pipeline, leverage, liquidity, flood exposure, and forecast uncertainty can change the exit case. The current downside profile is moderate with 2 of 5 composite inputs available.

Supply pressure

low

Downside

Moderate

Forecast confidence

high

Mapped greenery

Moderate

Off-plan share

0%

Recent ready/off-plan sales

Supply pressure

Low

391 sales sampled

Downside profile

Moderate

2 of 5 inputs

Forecast confidence

High

Scenario confidence

Market Context

Dubai Property Index
153.7
+7.0% YoY (citywide DLD)
This Area vs Market
Underperforming
-1.3% vs +7.0%
Housing Inflation
5.3%
Annual (Dubai average)

Dubai's property market has grown 60% since the 2020 pandemic low. Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is growing more moderately, which may indicate better value opportunities.

Local amenities

Mapped amenities within a 2.5km straight-line radius • 500 total outlets near Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

Exceptional amenity density
Amenity access score
100/100

Exceptional amenity density · based on mapped POI density, not routed walking conditions

Food & Drink
327
Restaurants229
Cafes & Coffee64
Bars & Nightlife27
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Shopping
62
Supermarkets39
Mini Marts17
Click to explore venues
Health
34
Pharmacies16
Clinics10
Click to explore venues
Lifestyle
60
Gyms & Fitness4
Spas0
Salons56
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Lifestyle Scores

Dining67/100
Shopping22/100
Health21/100
Nightlife90/100
B4 BanksATM13 ATMs

Data source: OpenStreetMap via Overpass API • 2.5km straight-line radius • Source snapshot: September 2026

Transport & Lifestyle

Transit Score
20/100

Based on metro, tram, bus & marine access

2 Tram
Moderate greenery
4 park features

Moderate mapped greenery · #48 of 75 mapped Dubai communities The 4 figure counts OpenStreetMap park-tagged features within 1.2km of the community centre. It does not mean 4 distinct named parks or confirm walking access.

Tram Stations

JBR 1JBR 2

Travel times from Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

Real drive times based on Dubai road network • Peak hours (8-10am, 5-8pm) shown

JBR Beach
Park0.3 km
5 min
walk
1 min
drive
DMCC
Metro Station1.3 km
18 min
walk
3 min
drive
SOBHA REALTY
Metro Station1.4 km
19 min
walk
3 min
drive
Jebel Ali
Metro Station3.2 km
43 min
walk
8 min
drive
The Gardens
Metro Station3.2 km
42 min
walk
8 min
drive
Dubai Internet City
Metro Station3.7 km
50 min
walk
9 min
drive
Ibn Battuta
Metro Station4.1 km
54 min
walk
10 min
drive
Discovery Gardens
Metro Station4.2 km
56 min
walk
10 min
drive
Al Barsha Pond Park
Park7.2 km
96 min
walk
17 min
drive

Airport access

Drive times from Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR to Dubai airports

DXB
Dubai International
30.7 km
Off-peak37 min
Normal49 min
Peak hour1h 28m
Via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) → Al Khail Road (E44)
~2 Salik toll gates
DWCNearest
Al Maktoum International
20.2 km
Off-peak24 min
Normal32 min
Peak hour58 min
Via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) → Emirates Road (E611)
~1 Salik toll gate

Future: Expanding to become world's largest airport by 2040

AUH
Abu Dhabi International
86.4 km
Off-peak1h 44m
Normal2h 18m
Peak hour4h 9m
Via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) → Abu Dhabi
~3 Salik toll gates

Strategic Airport Location

Closer to Al Maktoum Airport (DWC) - Dubai's future main hub. Only 32 min drive vs 49 min to DXB.

Drive times are estimates based on distance and typical Dubai traffic patterns. Actual times may vary based on traffic conditions and route taken.

Future developmentsVery Positive outlook

Coming Soon: Dubai Metro Blue Line

Multiple major developments planned nearby including Dubai Metro Blue Line and Dubai Harbour. Expect significant infrastructure improvements and potential property value appreciation.

Planned & Ongoing Projects (2)

Transit

Dubai Metro Blue Line

In PlanningHigh Impact

Proposed new metro line connecting Dubai Marina area to Al Maktoum International Airport via key residential areas.

2029-2032
Key Benefits:
  • Direct airport connectivity
  • Reduced commute times
  • Property value uplift along route
Tourism

Dubai Harbour

Partially CompleteHigh Impact

New cruise terminal and marina destination near Palm Jumeirah with retail, dining, and yacht facilities.

2026 (full completion)
Key Benefits:
  • Cruise tourism hub
  • 1,100 yacht berths
  • Waterfront dining

Data compiled from Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, RTA announcements, developer publications, and official government sources. Project timelines are subject to change.

Observed listing specialists

Agents with real choice in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

45 matching sale adverts across 32 agents. Ranked by unique listings, not paid placement or a claim of service quality.

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#1 by matching listings

Benjamin Rae

Agency not supplied by feed

5

63% of observed sale portfolio here

AED 2.9M–4.2M

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#2 by matching listings

Stan Mussayev

Agency not supplied by feed

4

80% of observed sale portfolio here

AED 1.8M–3.1M

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#3 by matching listings

Sarah Faiz

Agency not supplied by feed

3

100% of observed sale portfolio here

AED 3.6M–3.8M

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Observed 7 Sept 2026. One physical home can be advertised more than once; use this shortlist to find agents with options, then verify the individual RERA licence and interview them.

Active listings in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

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30-DAY REPRICING

Collecting repricing evidence for Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

Dubuy is validating advertised asking-price reductions before publishing this community signal. Zeros are withheld until comparable collection runs and the accuracy audit pass.

Completed runs

25

Minimum release

4 runs

Audit sample

0

State

shadow

Advert-level changes, not unique homes or completed-sale discounts.

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Market history

Prices fell 13.2% while sales fell 18% last quarter.

Median sale price per sqft and registered sales, by completed quarter. Volume often moves before price.

Price/sqft Sales

Latest median PSF

AED 1,539

Q2 2026

3m price change

-13.2%

vs prior completed quarter

Quarter sales

70

Q2 2026

3m sales change

-17.6%

vs prior completed quarter

Completed quarters are used instead of raw 1-month changes because DLD registrations typically lag 4–8 weeks and thin monthly samples can overstate changes in the mix of homes sold.

6-month forecast

From 2026Q3 · 8 quarters of data

high
-1.2%over 6mo

AED 1,536/sqft → AED 1,517/sqft

Range AED 1,4411,593· -2.5 pp vs Dubai forecast (+1.3%)

Drivers

Base trend

OLS slope of last 8 quarters' median psf, projected 6mo

-1.2 pp

Supply pressure

0% off-plan share — low incoming supply

+0.0 pp

OLS trend + supply pressure + dated discussion momentum. Not a substitute for property-level appraisal. Methodology →

Offer guide

Build an opening reference for Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

89 ready-home DLD sales put the exact bedrooms middle PSF at AED 1,701. Add the asking price and internal area to scale the evidence to a home.

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Value a unit in this community

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Property Mix

By Type

Apartments100.0%

Room Distribution

2 B/R
39%
1 B/R
26%
3 B/R
24%
4 B/R
7%
Studio
3%
PENTHOUSE
2%

Developers5 developers

Scores are editorial — DLD delivery record + RERA filings + industry reports

Nakheel

Premium DeveloperGovernment BackedEst. 2000
90/100
Excellent
85
Delivery
88
Quality
6.2%
Avg ROI
6.2%
Yield
50+ active projects
80K+ units delivered
AED 12.6B portfolio
Waterfront developmentsMan-made islandsMaster communities
Strengths
  • Iconic waterfront locations
  • Strong government backing
  • Established communities
Considerations
  • Some older stock needs renovation
  • Service charges vary
Other Nakheel Communities
Palm JumeirahJumeirah IslandsJumeirah ParkJumeirah Village CircleDiscovery Gardens

Emaar Properties

Premium DeveloperGovernment BackedEst. 1997
97/100
Excellent
95
Delivery
96
Quality
6.5%
Avg ROI
6.5%
Yield
120+ active projects
100K+ units delivered
AED 46B portfolio
Master-planned communitiesIconic towersMixed-use developments
Strengths
  • Strongest brand recognition
  • Proven delivery track record
  • Premium locations
Considerations
  • Premium pricing
  • Slower capital appreciation in mature areas
Other Emaar Properties Communities
Downtown DubaiDubai MarinaDubai Hills EstateArabian RanchesEmaar Beachfront

Dubai Properties

Established DeveloperGovernment BackedEst. 2004
85/100
Very Good
82
Delivery
84
Quality
6.5%
Avg ROI
6.4%
Yield
40+ active projects
Family communitiesTownhouse developmentsIntegrated living
Strengths
  • Family-oriented communities
  • Good value
  • Established infrastructure
Considerations
  • Less brand premium than Emaar
  • Some aging stock
Other Dubai Properties Communities
MudonRemraamJBRBusiness BayVillanova

Select Group

Established DeveloperEst. 2002
83/100
Very Good
85
Delivery
86
Quality
6.6%
Avg ROI
6.4%
Yield
25+ active projects
Marina developmentsHigh-rise towersContemporary design
Strengths
  • Marina expertise
  • Quality construction
  • Good locations
Considerations
  • Limited portfolio diversity
  • Premium pricing for Marina
Other Select Group Communities
Marina GatePeninsulaSix Senses ResidencesThe Residences at JLT

Reportage Properties

Value DeveloperEst. 2014
75/100
Good
80
Delivery
76
Quality
7.5%
Avg ROI
7%
Yield
25+ active projects
Affordable housingFirst-time buyersValue engineering
Strengths
  • Very affordable entry
  • Good yields
  • Simple layouts
Considerations
  • Basic finishes
  • Less premium locations
Other Reportage Properties Communities
Reportage VillageThe GateOasis Residences

Area health & valuations

Healthcare, education, government housing, air quality, and official land valuations.

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Off-plan risk

36/100

Moderate

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Moderate fragility · 2/5 inputs
  • Thin transaction volume (slow price discovery)

Composite of leverage trend, transaction velocity, asking-vs-realized wedge, market-temperature proxy, and off-plan share. Exact scores require at least 4 of 5 inputs; lower coverage is shown as a tier only. Higher = more vulnerable to a downturn. Not a buy/sell signal — context only.

Mapped greenery

Moderate mapped greenery
Parks
4
Gardens
3
Woods / forest
2
Recreation grounds
0
Pitches
10
Grass / lawns
31
Total features
50
Named parks
1
Satellite vegetation
5.1%

Counts OpenStreetMap-tagged green features (parks, gardens, woods, grass and pitches) within a 1.2km straight-line search radius of the community centroid. The tier is relative to other Dubai communities and does not claim walkability or shade. Satellite vegetation is the ESA WorldCover 2021 share at 10m resolution when available.

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Frequently asked questions about Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR

What is the average property price in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR?

The median property price in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is AED 2,500,000, with a median price per square foot of AED 1,606. Prices have changed -1.3% year-over-year as of September 2026.

What types of properties are available in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR?

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR is primarily an apartment community with approximately 100% apartments and 0% villas. The most common property types include Flat (3,944), Hotel Apartment (622).

How is the real estate market performing in Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR?

Jumeriah Beach Residence - JBR has seen 2,766 property transactions over the past 5 years. The current year-over-year price change is -1.3%, with 391 transactions in the last 12 months. This data is sourced from the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

Numbers above are derived from Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction records and Ejari rental contracts as of September 2026.How we built this.