Port De La Mer - Le Ciel by Meraas

Port de La Mer – Le Ciel

About Le Ciel Port De La Mer

Situated at the coveted address of Jumeirah 1, Le Ciel comes as a final phase of the Mediterranean-inspired community; Port De La Mer by Meraas. The newly released development comprises 3 mid-rise buildings, offering an expansive selection of chic 1-4 bedroom apartments, as well as a limited range of luxury 5-bedroom penthouses. The living area of the properties varies between a compact 786 sq. ft and a generous 11,323 sq. ft.

Interested real estate buyers will be keen to learn that all residences at Le Ciel boast balconies or terraces, which provide a stunning open sea view. Additionally, penthouse owners will benefit from a spa-style master bathroom, a maid’s room, a staircase, a provision for an elevator and a multi-purpose room. There are also a number of penthouses that include an outdoor terrace and a provision for a swimming pool.

Surrounded by plazas and coastal waters, Le Ciel will offer a wide set of amenities, which will deliver the ultimate leisure and recreation experiences to residents. These are as follows:

• Private beach access
• 192-berth marina
• Yacht club
• Seaside and marina promenades
• Gym
• 24-hour concierge desk
• Shaded seating areas
• Private landscaped areas
• Cafés and restaurants
• Infinity pool with a sea view
• Swimming pools and children’s pools
• Central podium
• Clubhouse
• Indoor gym and outdoor exercise area
• Children’s play areas
• Bicycle and EV sharing
• Covered parking
• Multi-purpose halls
• BBQ areas

Property Prices

The starting price for a 1-bedroom apartment in Le Ciel in Port De La Mer is set at AED 1.7M (USD 465K). If you are looking to buy a property in Port De La Mer, you will also be keen to learn that there was the recently launched second phase of La Sirene. Due for completion in Q1 2024, this development offers a range of 1-3 bedroom apartments at a starting cost of AED 1.27M (USD 346K).

Location

As part of Port De La Mer, Le Ciel is located at the top of the Northern Peninsula in La Mer. Homeowners will be able to benefit from instant connectivity to 2 major Dubai highways, including Jumeirah Road and Sheikh Rashid Road. In terms of commuting, the travel time to some of the most popular destinations, including Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport will not exceed 20 minutes. It is recommended to use a private vehicle to move freely around the Emirate. Residents of Le Ciel can also take a ferry at the Jumeirah Open Beach terminal, located in the immediate vicinity of the development.

Due to the fact that the infrastructure of Port De La Mer is still under development, the nearest bus stations can be found about a 30-minute walk away. These include Jumeirah Center, Century Plaza 1 and Jumeirah, Grand Mosque. Within the same distance, there are supermarkets, banks and nurseries. For instance, to stock up on groceries, homeowners of Le Ciel can visit Hems Fresh Mini Mart, Al Yamama Grocery and Spinneys, just to name a few. At the same time, the Commercial Bank of Dubai and Emirates NBD provide full assistance with financial operations. Not forgetting the younger generation which can be enrolled in some of the most prestigious institutions of the Emirate, including Emirates International Nursery, Mon Ecole French Nursery and Ice Kids Nursery and Daycare, among others.

Since Port De La Mer is part of the La Mer development, residents of Le Ciel will have a wide range of leisure options at their full disposal, which include 130 retail stores and a range of F&B options. Additionally, families can have a fun day out at the Laguna Waterpark which has a lazy river, 5 water slides, an infinity pool and a splash pad, though the must-visit attraction of the waterpark is definitely the Wave Oz 180 Flo Rider, which is a top-class surf simulator. It is worth noting there are only 3 of these in the entire world. Both adults and children will absolutely love Hawa Hawa which is a dune-shaped inflatable playground with 7 peaks of different shapes and heights, promising unforgettable entertainment. For more intimate time-spending, there is the boutique cinema, Roxy Cinemas La Mer, which features 4 screens and offers a 3-course menu to cinemagoers as well.

Economic Appeal

As mentioned earlier, Le Ciel is part of Port De La Mer, which is the first freehold community in the prestigious area of Jumeirah 1. Thus, all properties in the upcoming development are available for sale to both UAE nationals and to foreigners. Jumeirah 1 is rightfully considered one of the most coveted areas of Dubai, since it houses palaces of wealthy Sheikhs, diplomats and business individuals. You can acquire a residence in Le Ciel as a commercial investment as well, since the estimated ROI in Port De La Mer is about 7%. Meanwhile, the initial rental cost of a 1-bedroom apartment with a living area of 945 sq.ft is set at AED 70K (USD 9K) per annum.

Moreover, after Le Ciel is 100% completed, you automatically become eligible for an investor visa through the Taskeen programme by the DLD. The minimum investment requirement for a 3-year visa amounts to AED 750K (USD 205K). Upon receiving the visa, you will be able to obtain an Emirates ID and a driver’s license, which will facilitate you living in the UAE. But most importantly, you will be able to avail family sponsorship, which enables you to bring your children and a spouse to the UAE.