Emaar Properties · Downtown Dubai
Boulevard Heights
- Apartments
- Bedrooms
- 1–4 BR
- Size
- 856–6,392 sqft
- Payment plan
- On request
- Completion
- Ready
- Available
- On request
- Handover
- Q2 2020
About Boulevard Heights
Architecture and Design at Boulevard Heights Downtown Dubai
Boulevard Heights Downtown Dubai comprises two landmark residential towers — 53 and 46 storeys respectively — rising directly on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard in Downtown Dubai. The design draws explicit reference from the high-rise typology of New York and Chicago: a rectilinear massing, a formal podium base with street-level retail and café frontage, and a material palette centred on subtle tones and textured surfaces. The result is a building that reads as contemporary urban rather than ornamental, which is consistent with the boulevard's role as Downtown's primary civic promenade.
Interiors are configured around open-plan living areas with floor-to-ceiling windows across all unit types. The window walls serve a dual function: maximising natural light in a city where solar orientation matters, and framing direct views toward the Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Fountain, and the wider Downtown skyline. Master bedrooms in upper-floor units receive the same full-height glazing treatment, extending the panoramic exposure into private spaces. Custom kitchens with top-specification fittings and ample integrated storage complete the interior specification.
Unit Mix for Boulevard Heights Apartments for Sale
The 558-unit development across the two towers offers 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments, alongside duplexes and penthouses on the upper levels. One-bedroom units begin from 856 sq ft (total area), while standard two-bedroom configurations run from approximately 1,380 sq ft to over 2,100 sq ft depending on floor and orientation. Three-bedroom apartments span roughly 1,816 to 2,815 sq ft, and four-bedroom penthouses reach up to 6,392 sq ft total area including expansive wraparound balconies on the higher floors of Tower 1.
The podium levels (floors 1–2) feature a distinct set of larger layouts with generous terrace areas — some exceeding 1,000 sq ft of outdoor space — buyers exploring Boulevard Heights apartments for sale can choose from one bedroom apartments to expansive penthouses.Upper-floor typologies (floors 25–53 in Tower 1; floors 21–39 in Tower 2) shift toward the three-bedroom configurations designed around the views corridor facing the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain.
Amenities and Luxury Apartments Near Dubai Opera
The podium level hosts a landscaped pool deck with an infinity pool, a dedicated children's playground, and barbecue areas. A state-of-the-art fitness centre and health club are integrated into the building, consistent with the standard residential amenity offering Emaar Properties has applied across its Downtown Dubai portfolio. The ground-level lobby is designed as a spatial continuation of the boulevard, with adjacent cafés creating a semi-public transition zone between the street and the residential floors above. The location is particularly attractive for buyers seeking luxury apartments near Dubai Opera.
Investment Case for Emaar Apartments Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai remains one of the most liquid sub-markets for apartments in Dubai, underpinned by sustained demand from both owner-occupiers and investors. BLVD Heights occupies one of the more prominent boulevard addresses — directly fronting Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard rather than sitting behind it — which commands a location premium relative to comparable Downtown Dubai apartments set further back from the main promenade.
As a completed Emaar development, Boulevard Heights Downtown Dubai continues to attract investors looking for long-term value. Buyers comparing ready residences with off-plan projects in Downtown Dubai can assess the difference between immediate ownership and future delivery timelines, while the project's DLD registration status marked 'FINISHED' and 100% construction completion remove construction risk for secondary-market buyers. The mix of unit sizes, from sub-900 sq ft one-bedrooms to penthouse-scale four-bedrooms exceeding 6,300 sq ft, means the building serves a range of buyer profiles — from yield-focused investors targeting downtown dubai property investment to end-users seeking a primary residence on one of the city's most recognised addresses.
Key highlights
- Twin towers: 53 storeys (T1) and 46 storeys (T2) on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard
- 558 total units: 1BR, 2BR, 3BR, 4BR apartments, duplexes and penthouses
- Unit sizes from 856 sq ft to 6,392 sq ft total area
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with direct Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain views on upper floors
- 100% complete — DLD project status: Finished
- Developed by Emaar Properties; escrow with Dubai Islamic Bank
Why this project
- 53 & 46-storey twin towers on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard with direct Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain views; 1–4BR, duplexes & penthouses.
Amenities
- •Infinity pool
- •landscaped pool deck
- •children's playground
- •barbecue areas
- •fitness centre
- •health club
- •grand lobby with café frontage
- •boulevard retail access
Location
Boulevard Connectivity & Landmarks
BLVD Heights sits within the established Downtown Dubai community, on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard with direct pedestrian access to The Dubai Mall — the world's largest retail and entertainment destination by gross leasable area — and Souk Al Bahar. The Dubai Opera, a 2,000-seat multi-format venue, is within the immediate neighbourhood. Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is approximately five minutes by car, and Dubai International Airport is roughly ten minutes away via Financial Centre Road or Sheikh Zayed Road.
Neighbourhood Character
The boulevard functions as Downtown Dubai's leisure and arts spine, hosting art installations, dining concepts, and public events year-round. Residents have walkable access to Burj Park, Vida Downtown, Address Boulevard, and the travellator network connecting key nodes of the district. The Burj Khalifa — the world's tallest building — and the 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake with The Dubai Fountain are within a short walk of the building entrance, making this one of the few residential addresses in the city with direct sightlines to both landmarks.
Project information
- Developer
- Emaar Properties
- Location
- Downtown Dubai
- Handover
- Q2 2020
- Total units
- 558
- RERA Escrow
- Dubai Islamic Bank
- DLD Project #
- 1561
DLD-verified today
Project intelligence
Live DLD dataReal Dubai Land Department transactions and rent contracts — not developer marketing.
Boulevard Heights — handover progress
100%Downtown Dubai market
1 br · 892 sales analyzed
Indicative gross yield
At the starting price of AED 5,770,000, typical rent for a 1 br in Downtown Dubai (AED 105,000/year, ~AED 8,800/month) implies a 1.8% gross yield.
Based on 500 DLD rent contracts in the last 12 months. Gross yield excludes service charges, vacancy and management fees.
Source: Dubai Land Department open data. Analytics are computed from registered transactions and rent contracts; figures are indicative and not a guarantee of future performance.
Frequently asked questions about Boulevard Heights
What amenities does BLVD Heights offer residents?
Residents have access to an infinity pool on a landscaped pool deck, a children's playground, barbecue areas, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, and a health club. The ground-level lobby connects directly to boulevard-facing cafés and retail, extending the street's pedestrian environment into the building.
How close is BLVD Heights to The Dubai Mall and other Downtown landmarks?
The building fronts Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, placing it within walking distance of The Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar, and The Dubai Opera. The Burj Khalifa and Burj Khalifa Lake — home to The Dubai Fountain — are also reachable on foot. DIFC is approximately five minutes by car and Dubai International Airport is roughly ten minutes away.
What views can residents expect from BLVD Heights?
Upper-floor units in both towers have direct sightlines toward the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain. Floor-to-ceiling windows in living areas and master bedrooms are standard across all typologies. The orientation of the towers along the boulevard means many units capture the broader Downtown Dubai skyline as well.
Which escrow bank was used for BLVD Heights?
The project's escrow account was held with Dubai Islamic Bank, as registered with the Dubai Land Department under project number 1561.
Is Downtown Dubai a good area for property investment?
Downtown Dubai is consistently one of the highest-transaction sub-markets in the emirate, with strong rental demand driven by proximity to DIFC, major hospitality, retail, and cultural assets. BLVD Heights' boulevard frontage and Emaar provenance place it among the more established addresses for downtown dubai property investment, with a liquid secondary market relative to newer, off-plan developments elsewhere in the city.
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