U-Bora Towers is a two-tower complex in Business Bay, the commercial hub of Dubai. The community is home to some stunning skyscrapers. Properties here are mostly in demand for their prime location, views of the canal and modern facilities. Also, the place offers competitive prices. Likewise, U-Bora Towers has a range of residential apartments, offices and retail spaces for rent and sale.
Ubora Commercial Tower (or U-Bora Tower 1) is a 58-storey office building. It rises 862 ft. above ground and has two basement levels. On the other hand, the residential building, U-Bora Tower 2 is shorter of the two rising 20 floors and 272 ft. above the ground. Ubora Residential Tower also has access to the two-storey basement.
On Al Abraj Street, 3.7km (a 6-minute drive via D86) from Burj Khalifa, Ubora is another uniquely designed structure among many projects of Business Bay. This unique structural design by the architectural firm Aedas aims to maximise the views and natural light for each floor. Further, the complex is managed by Jones Lang Lasalle, owned by Midas and developed by Bando C&E Ltd.Launched in 2008, Ubora Towers were completed in 2011. The complex is surrounded by landscaped areas, playgrounds, walkways and fountains. Not to mention, the community has an array of dining, shopping and recreational options.
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Both towers have a unique architectural design. One corner faces the restaurant pavilion and terraced gardens and the 5-storey atrium offers recreational facilities. Besides, the complex has a 17,000 sq. m. dedicated retail space. Here is a brief overview of the facilities in U-Bora Towers, Dubai:
There are dedicated spaces for parking in U-Bora Towers, Business Bay. The buildings have around 2,000 car parking slots allocated at a ratio of 1:500 sq. ft. 4 levels of parking are connected to the towers via a shared podium.
There are 26 elevators in U-Bora Towers with a top speed of 8 m/s.
The complex is well-maintained and gated. Currently, it is managed by Jones Lang Lasalle. Besides 24-hour manned security, the two towers have CCTV surveillance.
As for event spaces in Ubora Tower, there's a rooftop public area and terraced garden. Small gatherings or corporate events are organised there.
The public place also has dedicated space for fitness facilities. Residents have access to swimming pools, Jacuzzi and an equipped gym in U-Bora Towers, Dubai.
Both the towers are connected to the 5-storey atrium with cafeterias, prayer hall and decorated lobby. Besides, the availability of rooftop gardens and children's play area is another plus.
The complex has round-the-clock concierge services and a help desk. There is a decorated lobby in the podium connected to both towers where visitors can wait.
Residential apartments come in different sizes and configurations. Each bed-type has a different floor plan as described:
PropertyDigger has worked on creating a simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans on the website. You can easily find the unit and bed type you're interested in by browsing U-Bora Tower floor plans.
As for the residential units, the tower offers studios, 1 BHK, 2 BHK and 3 BHK luxurious flats. Each unit has smart home technology allowing residents to control lights, air-conditioners, kitchen appliances and curtains remotely. Moreover, some apartments are canal facing while some have balconies opening towards the busy roads.
The covered area for studio unit-type 1 is around 700 sq. ft. The floor plan features a spacious living room, balcony, bathroom and a kitchen. There's ample space in the living room to create a dedicated sitting area as well. Also, there's dining space next to the open-concept kitchen.
For 1-bed units in U-Bora Residential Tower, the covered area ranges from 900 sq. ft. to 1,100 sq. ft. Each unit consists of a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and study room, a living/dining room, a powder room, a close-concept kitchen and a balcony.
2-bedroom units cover around 1,500 sq. ft. to 1,900 sq. ft. of space. Each consists of a spacious balcony, two bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, office/study room, a living/dining hall and an open-concept kitchen. 2-bedroom apartments in U-Bora Towers also have a separate maid's room and bathroom.
The covered area for 3-bedroom apartments is around 2,500 sq. ft. A standard unit includes three bedrooms, a living area, en-suite bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen and dining area, a maid's room and a powder room.
Based on searches conducted by users on PropertyDigger.com over the past 6 months
1-bedroom apartments top the list of the most favourite apartment types. 2-beds get the second spot while 3-bed flats round up the list.
Besides the 26 high-speed elevators and lobby, tenants and owners of units in the commercial building, Ubora Tower 1 share all the recreational facilities in the complex. The 58-storey commercial tower is classified for featuring grade-A offices in Business Bay. Also, there is a dedicated retail space at the podium-level but most of the shops might be preoccupied.
The building offers a range of offices with a floor to ceiling height of 2.8 metres. Covered area for these units varies from 740 sq. ft. to 16,000 sq. ft. Here, one can find:
You can choose between base-built or fully fitted offices in U-Bora Tower 1 depending on the requirements. The building also has two or more combined offices, fully fitted and ready to move-in for those looking for more space. Even bigger corporations can also consider full-floor units spanning around 17,000 sq. ft.
Rents for apartments in U-Bora Towers are calculated on per annum basis. You can consider these units if you're looking for reasonable apartments for rent in Business Bay with a nice view. The rental trends start from AED 60k, typically for a standard studio apartment.
If you're looking for more space, 3-bedroom units would cost around AED 155k or more.
Further, rental prices for offices in U-Bora Tower also vary based on the covered area, unit-type and the floor it is built on. Similarly, a 4,262 sq. ft. shop for rent costs around AED 500k per annum.
Apartments for sale in U-Bora Towers are affordable for those with mid-high annual income. Those looking for Business Bay apartments for sale that offer valuable returns can consider Ubora properties. The sale trends for residential units are as follows:
If you want to buy bigger apartments, prepare to fork out around AED 3M for a standard 3-bedroom unit.
Based on searches conducted by users on PropertyDigger.com over the past 6 months
The highest return on investments is 7.7% in U-Bora Towers, Business Bay. 1-bedroom units top the list while 2 and 3-bed flats follow with a 5.6% and 5.3% ROI, respectively.
These figures are based on the services charges as per the Dubai Land Department.
These are the services charges for U-Bora Towers, Business Bay* as per the Dubai Land Department. You can get details regarding the service charges index if you are interested in buying a property in Dubai.
*Please note that these service charges are subject to change.
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Like other locations in Business Bay, the surrounding area of U-Bora Towers is serviced by bus links and Dubai Metro. Also, those who want to commute via private cars can access the main Al Khail Road E44 in 10 to 12 minutes.
There's a bus stop right next to the building and bus 50, F14, F19A, F19B, F41 and X22 stop there. Moreover, bus stations at XL Tower and Volante Dubai Tower are at a short walking distance.
If you prefer travelling via metro, Business Bay Metro Station is at a short 6-minute drive. It further connects to Dubai Mall and Financial Centre Metro Station.
Business Bay has many restaurants and cafes. Similarly, one can find many casual eateries, cafes, hotels, bars and fine dining restaurants in Business Bay Dubai near U-Bora Towers. The closest ones include:
Waka Restaurant and Bar in The Oberoi Hotel is a mere 5-minute drive. Also, those who want to try Middle-eastern food can check out Mama'eish at the same distance. To grab a cup of coffee and snacks, you can head to:
Since there are many 5-star hotels and restaurants in the vicinity, one can find many bars and nightlife options near U-Bora Towers such as:
All these options are accessible in 8 to 10 minutes by car, depending on the traffic.
An outlet of Zoom Market is right below the residences. There are many other supermarkets near U-Bora Towers. The closest options include:
These options are accessible within 5 minutes. Further, if you prefer grocery shopping at Carrefour, the nearest outlet is in Burj View Tower.
