260 m (853 ft)61 storeysCompleted 2019Mixed-Use

Address Sky View

Architect: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) (SOM (Chicago))
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District: Downtown Dubai
Estimated Yield
7.8% Net
From
3,400,000 AED
Address Sky View
Downtown Dubai โ€ข Mixed-Use

Address Sky View

ROI: 7.8% Net3,400,000 AED

Executive Factsheet โ€ข AI Overview & Quick Facts

EST. 2006 โ€ข ID: address-sky-view
Structural Height260 m (853 ft)
Floors / Storeys61 levels
Year of Completion2019
Projected Net Yield7.8% Net
Master ArchitectSkidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
Master DeveloperEmaar Properties โ†—
Cadastral Tenure100% Freehold (DLD Registered)
Urban DistrictDowntown Dubai

Executive Summary: Address Sky View is a premier high-rise landmark standing 260 m (61 storeys) in Downtown Dubai, designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and developed by Emaar Properties (completed 2019). The property holds 100% foreign freehold ownership registration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

๐ŸŒInstitutional Registries & Primary SourcesVerification Protocol โ†’

Architectural History & Significance

Archive ID: address-sky-view

A dramatic dual-tower architectural gateway designed by SOM. Connected at Level 51 by a monumental three-storey Sky Bridge holding a 70-meter infinity pool, observation glass slide, and fine-dining venues.

Architectural & Engineering Highlights

  • โœ“Twin elliptical towers linked by an 85-meter-long floating Sky Bridge structure
  • โœ“70-meter-long rooftop infinity pool suspended 220 meters above ground
  • โœ“World-famous Sky Views Dubai observation deck with cantilevered outdoor glass slide
  • โœ“Direct climate-controlled airbridge into Dubai Mall and Metro station
Independent Technical Audit โ€ข No Broker Bias

Resident Reality Check & Operational Truth

Archive ID: address-sky-view
โš–๏ธIndependent Engineering & Investment Verdict

Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai is a verified mixed-use asset with an official height of 260 m (61 storeys). Engineered with a reinforced concrete core with structural steel bridge truss connection, it delivers solid structural stability and an estimated yield of 7.8% Net.

โœ“Verified Engineering & Asset Strengths
  • โ€ขEngineered with coupled twin concrete cores tied by the rigid 3-storey steel sky bridge ensuring excellent lateral and wind stability.
  • โ€ขVertical transport powered by Otis with a peak rush hour wait time of < 35 seconds.
  • โ€ขPrime location within Downtown Dubai with strong capital liquidity and proven tenant demand.
โš Hidden Pitfalls & Operational Flaws
  • โ€ขAnnual service charges stand at 38 AED/sq.ft, which must be factored into net rental yield.
  • โ€ขQuarterly district cooling capacity fees apply year-round regardless of occupancy.
  • โ€ขPeak commute hours in the surrounding district can create localized vehicle bottlenecks.
๐Ÿ›— Rush Hour Lift Wait
< 35 seconds
๐Ÿš— Guest Parking
Visitor parking allocated via dedicated podium bays or valet service.
๐Ÿ”‡ Acoustic Isolation
STC 56 dB
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Holiday Homes / Airbnb
Subject to standard Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism (DET) licensing regulations and building HOA bylaws.
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Auditor Notice on Hidden Costs: District cooling capacity charges (Empower District Cooling) plus annual capital reserve allocations.
๐Ÿ“Architectural Typologies & Floor Plans

Floor Plans & Living Typologies

Official unit dimensions, room breakdown, and net-to-gross living efficiency in Address Sky View.

CAD Ref: address-sky-view-FP
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) Architectural Series
1-Bedroom Suite (Address Sky View) โ€ข SCALE 1:100 โ€ข VERIFIED DLD / RERA METRICS
1234SOM HEXAGONAL BUTTRESSED COREMASTER BEDROOM323 SQ.FT โ€ข 30 MยฒWARDROBEEN-SUITE BATH102 SQ.FT โ€ข 9 MยฒWALK-IN SHOWERGOURMET KITCHEN119 SQ.FT โ€ข 11 MยฒKITCHEN ISLANDBALCONY LOGGIA130 SQ.FT โ€ข 12 MยฒSKY LOUNGELIVING & DINING PAVILION425 SQ.FT โ€ข 3.1m CLEAR CEILINGDINING AREAN0m2.5m5.0mDIMENSIONS: 12.9 m ร— 7.2 m
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Total Built-Up Area๐Ÿ“
980 sq.ft
91 mยฒ
Internal Living Area (Net)๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ
850 sq.ft
86.7% Net-to-Gross
Balcony / Loggia Space๐ŸŒ…
130 sq.ft
13% of total area
Clear Ceiling Height๐Ÿ“
3.1 m
Floor-to-ceiling glass
๐Ÿ“‹Layout Specification & Rooms1-Bedroom Suite
๐Ÿ›๏ธBedrooms
1
๐ŸšฟBathrooms
2
๐ŸงนMaid's Room
No
๐ŸšฝPowder Room
Yes
๐ŸณKitchen Type
European Open-Plan with Quartz Island
๐Ÿ“View Horizon
Burj Lake, Dubai Fountain & Boulevard
๐Ÿ—๏ธEngineering Highlights1-Bedroom Suite
  • โœ“Floor-to-ceiling Low-E double glazing with acoustic acoustic dampening
  • โœ“En-suite master bath with dual vanity and freestanding soaking tub
  • โœ“Integrated German appliances (Miele / Siemens or equivalent)
  • โœ“Deep loggia balcony shielded from high-altitude downdrafts
Verified DLD Open Data Stream

Dubai Land Department Transaction Ledger

Actual title-deed sales and mortgage transactions in Address Sky View officially registered with DLD.

Q4 2025 / Q1 2026 (Live DLD Open Data Sync)
Downtown Dubai
Median Price / sq.ft
4,000 AED
+5.8% 12M trend
90-Day Volume
19 deeds
Active liquidity
Mollak Service Charge
38 AED/sq.ft
RERA Approved
1-Bed Rent (Ejari)
244,800 AED/yr
2-Bed: ~404,600 AED
Showing: 5
Tx ID & DateProcedureUnit & TierAreaRate / sq.ftTotal Amount
DLD-TX-2025-76959
2025-10-24
Sales
2-Bedroom Executive
High Zone (L40-L60)
1,540 sq.ft4,018 AED
6,188,000 AED
~$1,683,136
DLD-TX-2025-70316
2025-10-11
Sales
1-Bedroom Suite
Mid Zone (L20-L39)
885 sq.ft3,765 AED
3,332,000 AED
~$906,304
DLD-TX-2025-63431
2025-09-29
Mortgage
3-Bedroom Residence
Sky Tier (L61+)
2,480 sq.ft2,975 AED
7,378,000 AED
~$2,006,816
DLD-TX-2025-54672
2025-09-14
Sales
1-Bedroom Suite
Low Zone (L05-L19)
840 sq.ft3,845 AED
3,230,000 AED
~$878,560
DLD-TX-2025-48128
2025-08-30
Sales
2-Bedroom Executive
Mid Zone (L20-L39)
1,610 sq.ft3,733 AED
6,009,500 AED
~$1,634,584
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธData verified against Dubai Land Department open registers and Mollak escrow portal. Values represent actual legal deeds.
SOURCE: DLD / MOLLAK
Address Sky View โ€ข Financial Engineering Matrix

ROI & Investment Calculator: Address Sky View

Interactive rental yield, payback period, and 5-year capital appreciation projection for apartments in Address Sky View.

Display Currency:
3,400,000 AED
500K AED30M AED
Expected Gross Yield (%)7.8%
4.0%16.0%
Annual Service Charges (%)1.2%
0.5% (~12 AED/sq.ft)3.0% (~55 AED/sq.ft Burj)
RETURN PROJECTIONS
5.78%

Net ROI (After Service Charges)

Gross Annual Income+265,200 AED
๐ŸขService Charges (DLD RERA)-40,800 AED
โ„๏ธEmpower AC & Capacity Reserve-6,800 AED
๐Ÿ”‘Property Management (8%)-21,216 AED
Net Investor ProfitTrue Net Cash Flow
196,384 AED
5-Year Cumulative Return (+Capital Growth)1,933,920 AED
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Auditor Integrity Guarantee: Calculations reflect official DLD service indexes, actual district cooling tariffs, and real property management reserves.
Eligible for UAE 10-Yr Golden Visa (from 2M AED)

Estimates are indicative, calculated from official DLD transaction registers and DEWA tariff indices. Does not constitute a guaranteed financial offer.

๐Ÿ™๏ธURBAN CONTEXT & DISTRICT ANALYTICS

District Location: Downtown Dubai

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Engineering Specification Matrix

Engineering Specification Passport (Hard TTX)

๐Ÿ‘ทGeneral Contractor & Engineering Team
Main Contractor
Arabian Construction Company (ACC)
Chief Structural Engineer
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
MEP Engineering
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
Transit Integration
Enclosed air-conditioned travelator bridge directly into Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro
๐Ÿ—๏ธGeotechnical Engineering & Deep Piles
Number of Piles
210 units
Pile Boring Depth
44 m
Pile Diameter
1.5 m
Raft Foundation Thickness
3.2 m dual foundation slabs
Bedrock Bearing Strata
Dense calcarenite sandstone
๐Ÿ’จWind Resistance & Structural Frame
Lateral Load Resisting System
Coupled twin concrete cores tied by the rigid 3-storey steel Sky Bridge
Vortex Shedding Damping
Tuned mass liquid dampers installed within the Sky Bridge floor trusses
Max Apex Sway (50-Yr Storm)
ยฑ 0.28 m
Core Concrete Strength Grade
C80 concrete
โ˜€๏ธFacade Glazing & Thermal Performance
Glazing Specification
Double-glazed Low-E unitized curtain wall with external silver louvers
Solar Heat Gain (SHGC)
SHGC 0.22
Thermal Transmittance (U-Value)
1.3 W/mยฒK
BMU Cleaning Cycle
60 days
Building Maintenance Unit (BMU)
Rooftop telescopic cranes and under-bridge traversal tracks
๐Ÿ›—Vertical Transport (Elevators)
Manufacturer
Otis
Total Elevators
24 units
Max Speed
6 m/s
Peak Waiting Time
< 35 seconds
Zoning & Elevator Banks
Dedicated hotel shuttles, luxury residence banks, and public Sky Views elevators
๐Ÿ“ŠResident Economics: Service Charges & Comfort
DLD OFFICIAL INDEX
Annual Service Charge
38 AED/sq.ft

Official RERA service charge tariff for property maintenance

Cooling Type (Chiller)
Empower District Cooling
Consumption-Billed (Empower)
Acoustic Comfort
STC 56 dB

Sound insulation rating between residences

Clear Ceiling Height
3.1 m
Interior Column Impact
Minimal (Open Spans)
Usable Area (Net-to-Gross)
85% - 88%
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Starting Price3,400,000 AED
Price (USD)$926,000
Projected Net Yield7.8% Net
Annual Service Charge38 AED/sq.ft
Golden Visa StatusEligible (10-Year UAE Residency)
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