Property in Boulevard Crescent

Boulevard Crescent, also written BLVD Crescent, is a pair of residential towers by Emaar Properties on Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard in Downtown Dubai. Tower 1 has 39 storeys and Tower 2 has 21, joined by a shared podium with an infinity pool. Emaar launched the project in 2014 with just over 300 apartments, and the towers were completed in 2019.

Boulevard Crescent at a glance

Across both towers Emaar lists just over 300 apartments. The CTBUH records Tower 1 as 45 floors above ground because it counts podium and plant levels; the 39 and 21 storey figures are Emaar's own and match the cost consultant RLB's description of 39 and 21 residential levels plus podium apartments. Construction began in 2015, and the CTBUH gives 2019 as the completion year.

Where is Boulevard Crescent?

The towers stand on Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, the avenue that circles the Burj Khalifa, on the side close to the Opera District. Emaar's launch releases describe views of the boulevard, the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain, Old Town and the Opera District. The Dubai Opera, The Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar are within walking distance. Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station on the Red Line is the nearest metro, and Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road are a short drive. For the wider area, see the Downtown Dubai community page.

Boulevard Crescent Tower 1 and Tower 2

Most searches are for "Boulevard Crescent Tower 1", the taller tower. Tower 1 was launched first, in March 2014, at the same time in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Almaty and Shanghai. Tower 2, the 21-storey tower, followed in June 2014 with over 70 apartments of one to three bedrooms. Both share the same podium, pool deck and facilities, so living in either tower is very similar. The main differences are height, views and how many neighbours share each lift.

Homes are apartments with large private balconies, according to RLB's project description. Emaar's Tower 2 release lists one, two and three bedroom apartments. Ask for the floor plan of the exact unit, because layouts and views change from stack to stack, and the higher floors of Tower 1 have the widest views of the Burj Khalifa and the fountain.

Amenities

• An infinity pool on the podium overlooking the boulevard
• Landscaped grounds with waterways and pools of different depths
• Lounge decks, outdoor seating and sunbathing areas
• A gym and multi-function areas
• Indoor and outdoor children's play areas
• Retail space on the podium and private parking

This list comes from Emaar's launch releases and RLB's project page. Check what a specific unit includes, such as the number of parking bays, before you sign.

Living in Boulevard Crescent

Life here is Downtown at its most central. You can walk to the Dubai Opera for a show, to The Dubai Mall for shopping and to the boulevard's cafes and restaurants for dinner. Business Bay and DIFC are a short drive away. The Opera District side of the boulevard is a little calmer than the area right next to the mall, but crowds still build on weekends and during events such as New Year's Eve. Our guide to the pros and cons of living in Downtown Dubai covers daily life in more detail.

Renting in Boulevard Crescent

Tenants choose Boulevard Crescent for a newer Emaar tower, completed in 2019, with an infinity pool and a boulevard address. Rents depend on the tower, the floor, the view and whether the unit is furnished, so we do not quote an average. Browse apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai, including 2-bedroom homes. If you want this building in particular, tell us your budget and we will watch for units.

Buying in Boulevard Crescent

Buyers look here for a ready, freehold Emaar apartment that is younger than most towers on the boulevard. Burj Khalifa and fountain views carry a premium, so compare units with the same view and floor rather than the whole building. Check the approved service charge before you offer. Our guides to the Dubai service charge index and how to check service charges before you buy show where to find the official figure. We do not quote one because we could not source a dated official number. See apartments for sale in Downtown Dubai and our Emaar developer page.

Who it suits

It suits couples and small families who want a newer Downtown building with a strong pool deck, people who work in Downtown, Business Bay or DIFC, and buyers who want a ready Emaar home with Burj Khalifa or Opera District views.

Pros and cons

• Pros: built by Emaar, completed in 2019, freehold, on Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard near the Dubai Opera, infinity pool and landscaped podium, one to three bedroom homes.
• Cons: Downtown crowds and traffic, especially during events; view premiums mean similar units can differ a lot in value; Tower 2 has lower views than Tower 1.

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