Il Primo
Il Primo
Executive Factsheet • AI Overview & Quick Facts
Executive Summary: Il Primo is a premier high-rise landmark standing 356 m (77 storeys) in Downtown Dubai, designed by WSP / Emaar Design Studio and developed by Emaar Properties (completed 2023). The property holds 100% foreign freehold ownership registration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
Architectural History & Significance
Archive ID: il-primoThe undisputed king of the Opera District. An ultra-exclusive 77-storey residential skyscraper offering only full-floor and half-floor 4, 5, and 6-bedroom penthouses with front-row private terrace views of Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountains.
Architectural & Engineering Highlights
- ✓Ultra-prime boutique living: only 119 monumental residences across 77 floors
- ✓Panoramic views of Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain, and the Arabian Gulf from every home
- ✓Private infinity pools on expansive corner cantilevered sky terraces
- ✓Direct VIP pedestrian tunnel connection into the Dubai Opera House
Resident Reality Check & Operational Truth
Il Primo in Downtown Dubai is a verified residential asset with an official height of 356 m (77 storeys). Engineered with a reinforced concrete core with post-tensioned wide-span floorplates, it delivers solid structural stability and an estimated yield of 7.0% Net.
- •Engineered with high-rigidity concrete central core with perimeter structural outriggers ensuring excellent lateral and wind stability.
- •Vertical transport powered by Otis with a peak rush hour wait time of < 20 seconds (virtually zero waiting).
- •Prime location within Downtown Dubai with strong capital liquidity and proven tenant demand.
- •Annual service charges stand at 35 AED/sq.ft, which must be factored into net rental yield.
- •Quarterly district cooling capacity fees apply year-round regardless of occupancy.
- •Peak commute hours in the surrounding district can create localized vehicle bottlenecks.
Floor Plans & Living Typologies
Official unit dimensions, room breakdown, and net-to-gross living efficiency in Il Primo.
- ✓Floor-to-ceiling Low-E double glazing with acoustic acoustic dampening
- ✓En-suite master bath with dual vanity and freestanding soaking tub
- ✓Integrated German appliances (Miele / Siemens or equivalent)
- ✓Deep loggia balcony shielded from high-altitude downdrafts
Dubai Land Department Transaction Ledger
Actual title-deed sales and mortgage transactions in Il Primo officially registered with DLD.
| Tx ID & Date | Procedure | Unit & Tier | Area | Rate / sq.ft | Total Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DLD-TX-2025-78672 2025-10-24 | Sales | 2-Bedroom Executive High Zone (L40-L60) | 1,540 sq.ft | 21,273 AED | 32,760,000 AED ~$8,910,720 |
DLD-TX-2025-72480 2025-10-11 | Sales | 1-Bedroom Suite Mid Zone (L20-L39) | 885 sq.ft | 19,932 AED | 17,640,000 AED ~$4,798,080 |
DLD-TX-2025-65167 2025-09-29 | Mortgage | 3-Bedroom Residence Sky Tier (L61+) | 2,480 sq.ft | 15,750 AED | 39,060,000 AED ~$10,624,320 |
DLD-TX-2025-57407 2025-09-14 | Sales | 1-Bedroom Suite Low Zone (L05-L19) | 840 sq.ft | 20,357 AED | 17,100,000 AED ~$4,651,200 |
DLD-TX-2025-51287 2025-08-30 | Sales | 2-Bedroom Executive Mid Zone (L20-L39) | 1,610 sq.ft | 19,761 AED | 31,815,000 AED ~$8,653,680 |
ROI & Investment Calculator: Il Primo
Interactive rental yield, payback period, and 5-year capital appreciation projection for apartments in Il Primo.
Net ROI (After Service Charges)
Estimates are indicative, calculated from official DLD transaction registers and DEWA tariff indices. Does not constitute a guaranteed financial offer.
District Location: Downtown Dubai
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Engineering Specification Passport (Hard TTX)
Official RERA service charge tariff for property maintenance
Sound insulation rating between residences
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