Marasi Business Bay Dorchester Collection – Investment & Lifestyle FAQ

Current price per sqft: AED 4100. Recent transactions: 3BR 2800sqft at AED 11,480,000; 2BR 1700sqft at AED 6,970,000; 1BR 1100sqft at AED 4,510,000. Price history (12 months): ranging from AED 4084 to AED 4100/sqft.

Unit mix: 85 × 1BR, 105 × 2BR, 50 × 3BR, 0 × 4BR, 8 × Penthouse. Total: 308 units. Branded as Dorchester Collectionpremium positioning.

Tier: PREMIUM. Investment thesis: "Prime Dorchester-branded residence in Business Bay with excellent 5.8% yields; corporate tenant base and location proximity drive rental strength.". Comparable buildings in Business Bay range AED 3600–4600/sqft. Verdict: Competitive positioning; check comps in the building. Consult a local agent for current market assessment.

Amenities: Dorchester spa, Infinity pool, Fine dining, Concierge 24/7, Fitness center and more. Year completed: 2018. Floors: 25. Branded partnership with Dorchester Collection ensures concierge and lifestyle services.

25 floors. Total units: 308. Average units/floor: 13. View types: Marina views, City views. Higher floors command premium pricing.

Layouts: Studio to 4-bedroom units. Most popular: 2-bedroom (105 units). Sizes vary 500–2,500 sqft. Many units have balconies/terraces. Furnished and unfurnished options available (check listing details).

Beach: 12 mins. Business Bay metro: 2 mins. Downtown Dubai: 10 mins. Airport (DXB): 12 mins.

Metro accessible via Business Bay. Schools within 5–15 mins. Shopping malls: Dubai Marina Mall, Ibn Battuta nearby. Parking: typically 1–2 spaces per unit. Good road connectivity to Sheikh Zayed Road and key exits.

Located in Business Bay, a premium community. Residents: expat professionals, families, investors. Dining & retail: diverse options within 5–15 mins. Safety: 24/7 security in building and community. Vibe: upscale and vibrant.

Service charge: ~AED 1435/sqft/year typical for tier PREMIUM. Estimate for 2BR (1500 sqft): AED 179375/month. DEWA: AED 400–600/month. Insurance: AED 1,000–2,000/year. Total holding cost: AED 800–1,500/month.

Profile: Mix of owner-occupiers and investors. Typical buyers: expat professionals, families seeking quality lifestyle, buy-to-let investors targeting 4%–6% yields. Nationalities: diverse (UK, India, Saudi, Russia, China well represented). Community vibe: professional, family-oriented, investment-savvy.

Gross rental yield: 5.8%–7.3%. 1BR typical rent: AED 14,166.667/month. 2BR: AED 22,500/month. Strong tenant demand; typical vacancy: 1–2 months/year.