Elara is a residential tower within Madinat Jumeirah Living in Umm Suqeim 3. The development offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and four‑bedroom penthouses. Interiors are described as modern; some east-facing homes have views toward the Burj Al Arab. Elara is part of the wider Madinat Jumeirah Living masterplan and appears on maps and transaction records under that community.
What this place is and where it sits
Elara sits inside Madinat Jumeirah Living, a waterfront-oriented neighbourhood in Umm Suqeim 3. The site-path used in official summaries is: Dubai > Umm Suqeim > Umm Suqeim 3 > Madinat Jumeirah Living > Elara. The development is classified as a tower and is listed among other residential buildings in the Madinat Jumeirah Living portfolio. The location provides relatively direct access to Dubai’s western coastline and to several of the city’s established leisure and retail destinations.
Transport and key distances
Elara is located approximately 1.6 km from the nearest Red Line metro station (code R32). That distance is outside what many consider comfortable walking range, so most residents use a short drive, local bus services or taxis for daily commutes.
Measured distances by road to principal Dubai destinations are:
- Mall of the Emirates — 1.9 km
- Palm Jumeirah — 5.9 km
- Dubai Marina — 7.9 km
- JBR / The Walk — 8.5 km
- Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — 10.9 km
- The Dubai Mall — 11.3 km
- DIFC — 12.5 km
- Global Village — 13.5 km
- Expo City Dubai — 19.7 km
- Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 21.9 km
- Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — 26.5 km
Typical drive times cited for the immediate area (subject to traffic) include roughly 16 minutes to Dubai Mall, 13 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, 9 minutes to Burj Al Arab and 17 minutes to The Walk JBR. Airport drive times quoted are approximately 23 minutes to Dubai International Airport (DXB) and about 36 minutes to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Development, projects and official records
Elara is part of the Madinat Jumeirah Living masterplan. Project materials note that apartments in Elara feature contemporary interiors; several east-facing units provide views of the Burj Al Arab. Visual material available for the scheme includes initial concept images, which are intended for comparison with any later revisions — developers may alter designs, landscaping and amenities through the delivery process.
Within the Madinat Jumeirah Living programme, Meraas has awarded a contract exceeding AED 300 million to Al Sahel Contracting Company for Phase 7; the Phase 7 works are reported with a target completion in Q4 2026. That contract refers to the wider community programme rather than to any single tower specification.
Transaction and registry information for Elara is recorded under Dubai Land Department and published via the government Open Data directive. There are 50 sale transaction records available for Elara in those feeds; such records are updated regularly on working days.
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Neighbourhood character and suitability
Elara’s placement within Madinat Jumeirah Living positions it close to established retail and leisure hubs, most notably Mall of the Emirates. Proximity to Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and JBR makes the location suitable for residents who prioritise beach access, waterfront dining and leisure destinations. The combination of apartment sizes — from one-bedroom units up to four-bedroom penthouses — indicates accommodation for a range of household types, including single professionals, couples and families.
Two schools are explicitly noted in published neighbourhood summaries: Kings’ School Dubai at approximately 0.5 km and Raffles International School at approximately 0.7 km. These named institutions are part of the immediate school catchment frequently referenced in local guides.
FAQ
- What apartment types are available in Elara?
Elara offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments as well as four-bedroom penthouses.
- Are there any on-site or nearby projects to know about?
Elara is listed within the Madinat Jumeirah Living masterplan. The on-site project listing includes Elara 1. Additional phases of Madinat Jumeirah Living have been subject to contractor appointments as part of the wider community programme.
- How close is public transport?
The nearest Red Line metro station (code R32) is about 1,554 metres from Elara. That distance is generally considered beyond comfortable walking range for everyday commuting.
- Where can I find official transaction records for Elara?
Sale transaction records for Elara are published under the Dubai Land Department open-data feeds; there are 50 sale transaction records available in those publications.
