Community & public realm
JLT continues to centre on its lakes, promenades, JLT Park and podium-level dining and retail across the clusters.
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Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), Dubai
An established mixed-use district along Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite Dubai Marina — combining offices, residences, hospitality, retail and dining around lakeside public spaces, with two Metro stations on the Red Line.
JLT at a glance
Working and living around the lakes.
Jumeirah Lakes Towers is a major mixed-use community within the DMCC district: roughly 2 million square metres of towers, podiums, lakes and parkland, home and workplace to more than 100,000 people.
- Community
- Mixed-use, within the DMCC district
- Structure
- Clusters A–Z
- Official tower count
- 87 towers
- Metro
- DMCC (R37) / Sobha Realty (R36), Red Line
- Primary road
- Sheikh Zayed Road
- Character
- Offices + residences + hospitality + retail + lakeside public realm
How JLT is organised
26 clusters, A to Z
JLT is organised around 26 lettered clusters from A to Z, with towers and podium areas distributed across the community. Clusters sit around the lakes and between Sheikh Zayed Road and the inner promenades.
Cluster position can influence Metro walking distance, road approach, parking arrangements and which amenities are closest — worth comparing alongside the tower itself. Use the explorer in Towers to see known towers by cluster.
JLT for businesses
JLT Offices & Business Space
JLT holds one of Dubai's largest concentrations of office towers, within the wider DMCC business district. Companies use it for first Dubai bases, regional offices, expansions and consolidations, with offices to rent or buy across many towers.
The right building depends on how your team works: daily commute, client visits, parking, specification and how the space will be fitted.
Business licensing and free-zone matters are handled by the relevant authority; 11X focuses on the real-estate requirement.
What to compare in a JLT office
- 01Cluster and location
- 02Metro walking access
- 03Building and property specification
- 04Office size and layout
- 05Parking allocation
- 06Visitor access
- 07Fit-out or furnished condition
- 08Building access and operating requirements
Residential JLT
Living in JLT
Apartments are the main residential format, from studios to larger homes. Outlooks differ — lake, park, Dubai Marina or Sheikh Zayed Road — and so does Metro walking access from one cluster to the next.
Residents value daily retail and services at podium level, walkable promenades when the weather permits, JLT Park, a broad dining scene and the proximity of Dubai Marina.
Building facilities and unit specifications vary by tower and should be checked property by property.
Key towers and buildings across JLT
Explore established and notable JLT towers by cluster.
Choose a cluster, search by name or filter by main use. Use Enquire to start a buy, rent, sell or rent-out conversation about a tower.
Explore JLT by cluster
e.g. Almas Tower, Gold Tower, JBC 5, Lake Terrace, Cluster I, Cluster W
75 entries
New Dubai Gate 2
Cluster A
Laguna Tower
Cluster A
Lakeside Residence
Cluster A · Residential
Wind Tower I
Cluster B
Wind Tower II
Cluster B
Lake View Tower
Cluster B · Residential
Fortune Tower
Cluster C · Commercial / Office
Goldcrest Executive
Cluster C · Commercial / Office
The Palladium
Cluster C
Indigo Tower
Cluster D · Residential
Lake Terrace
Cluster D · Residential
Lake City Tower
Cluster D
Also in the directory: Global Lake View, Al Shera Tower, Saba Tower 1, Bobyan Tower, HDS Tower, Indigo Icon, Dubai Arch Tower, Jumeirah Business Centre 1 (JBC 1), Me Do Re 2, Jumeirah Business Centre 7 (JBC 7), Concorde Tower, Silver Tower, Platinum Tower, Gold Tower, Goldcrest Views 2, Mohammed Ibrahim Tower / J2 Tower, voco Bonnington Dubai / Bonnington Tower, MBL Residence, MBL Royal, Icon Tower 2, Preatoni Tower, Me Do Re Tower, HDS Business Centre, Icon Tower 1, Dome Tower, Lake Point Tower, Jumeirah Business Centre 4 (JBC 4), Reef Tower, O2 Residence, Madina Tower, Armada Tower 1, Armada Tower 2, Armada Tower 3, Saba Tower 2, Saba Tower 3, New Dubai Gate 1, MAG 214, Al Waleed Paradise, Al Saqran Tower, Green Lakes Tower 1, Green Lakes Tower 2, Green Lakes Tower 3, Fortune Executive Tower, One Lake Plaza, Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Al Seef Tower 2, Al Seef Tower 3, Tamweel Tower, Jumeirah Business Centre 2 (JBC 2), Goldcrest Views, V3 Tower, Jumeirah Business Centre 5 (JBC 5), Tiffany Tower, Oaks Liwa Heights, Jumeirah Bay X1, Jumeirah Bay X2, Jumeirah Bay X3, Jumeirah Business Centre 3 (JBC 3), Lakeshore Tower, Swiss Tower, Almas Tower, ONE JLT, Mazaya Business Avenue (AA / BB buildings).
Key towers and buildings across JLT, for orientation only — not an exhaustive register. Main-use labels appear only where confidently known.
For owners, sellers & landlords
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Buyers, tenants & occupiers
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Property Type
International investors & overseas owners
JLT from outside the UAE
For buyers and owners based abroad, 11X can help define the requirement, run the property search, represent a sale or letting, and coordinate viewings and paperwork within our brokerage scope.
11X does not provide legal, tax, immigration, investment, asset-management or property-management advice, and no return is guaranteed. Independent legal, tax or financial advice may be appropriate.
See also International Investors.
Transport & connectivity
Getting Around JLT
DMCC Metro Station — R37
Red Line station serving JLT (RTA).
Sobha Realty Metro Station — R36
Second Red Line station serving JLT (RTA).
Sheikh Zayed Road
The major arterial alongside JLT; internal cluster roads connect to it.
JLT Link
Community bus service connecting clusters within JLT.
Tram, taxis & buses
Nearby Dubai Tram connectivity, taxis and RTA bus services.
Walking & micromobility
Promenades suit walking; cycling and e-scooters where permitted.
Walking distance to the Metro differs by cluster, so not every tower is equally close. Parking allocation, visitor parking and nearby public parking also vary by tower and cluster — worth comparing before you decide.
Education
Nurseries in JLT & Schools Serving JLT Residents
Several nurseries operate inside JLT. Official JLT guidance says there are no full schools inside JLT itself; families choose from schools in nearby communities.
Selected nurseries in JLT
- Baby Home NurseryLake Point Tower, Cluster N
- Chubby Cheeks NurseryMBL Residence, Cluster K
- Dewdrops NurseryJBC 3, Cluster Y
- Kids Kare NurseryAl Shera Tower, Cluster E
- Kids Kingdom Learning CentreIcon Tower 2, Cluster L
- Learning Ladder NurseryCluster Q and Goldcrest Views, Cluster V
- Mosaic NurseryFortune Executive Tower, Cluster T
- Oakfield Early Learning CentreMazaya Business Avenue BB2
Nearby school options
- Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills
- Emirates International School Meadows
- Regent International School
- Arcadia British School
These schools are outside JLT. Verify admissions, curriculum, transport and regulatory information directly with each school and the KHDA directory.
Lifestyle
Life Around the Lakes
What daily life looks like — and what residents and businesses tend to compare between clusters.
Lakes & promenades
Waterfront walkways link clusters and shape JLT's outdoor character.
JLT Park & green areas
Parkland and landscaped spaces for walking, play and downtime.
Dining & cafés
Restaurants and cafés spread across podium levels in many clusters.
Daily services
Supermarkets, pharmacies and everyday retail within the community.
Fitness, sport & events
Outdoor fitness, sports facilities and regular community events.
Pet-friendly & pedestrian
Pet-friendly infrastructure and pedestrian areas across the community.
Compare when choosing a tower
- 01Metro access
- 02Park and lake proximity
- 03Daily services nearby
- 04Dining nearby
- 05Property mix in the tower
- 06Building specification
- 07Parking and access
Community information
JLT Community Update
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Transport & connectivity
DMCC (R37) and Sobha Realty (R36) Red Line stations serve the community, with the JLT Link community bus and nearby Dubai Tram connections.
Commercial / offices
JLT remains a major office location within the wider DMCC district. Building specification and access differ tower by tower.
Residential
Apartments across residential and mixed towers sit alongside offices, giving JLT its work-and-live character.
Lake D / BAY360
In February 2026, DMCC and Sweid & Sweid announced BAY360 as a new community and lifestyle destination at Lake D, with planned retail, dining, wellness, recreation and additional parking. Official updates state that the majority of Lake D will remain while surrounding connectivity and public-realm improvements progress.
Source: DMCC announcement
This information is general guidance only and may change. Verify current property and project details before making any decision. 11X does not publish prices, yields or availability on this page.
Sources & verification
- JLT — official community site
Community overview and services.
- JLT — About
Clusters, towers and community scale.
- JLT — Frequently Asked Questions
Official answers incl. education and community services.
- JLT — Learn
Community information and nurseries.
- JLT — Play
Parks, lakes, recreation and events.
- DMCC — official site
DMCC district context.
- DMCC — BAY360 announcement (February 2026)
Official announcement of BAY360 at Lake D.
- RTA — Metro stations map
DMCC (R37) and Sobha Realty (R36), Red Line.
- KHDA — Education directory
Verify school and nursery licensing, curricula and details.
Public learning resource
Learn JLT
A practical foundation for anyone learning the community before speaking with clients.
Module 01
What JLT is
Mixed-use community on Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite Dubai Marina.
Module 02
Clusters A–Z
26 lettered clusters; position shapes access and amenities.
Module 03
DMCC context
JLT sits within the DMCC district and community framework.
Module 04
Offices in JLT
Specification, size, parking, visitor access and fit-out.
Module 05
Residential property
Apartments with differing outlooks, facilities and access.
Module 06
Metro & access
DMCC R37 and Sobha Realty R36, Red Line; Sheikh Zayed Road.
Module 07
Owner & landlord conversations
Sell or rent out, type, occupancy, expectations, owner location.
Module 08
Comparing towers
Use, cluster, specification, parking and amenities — neutrally.
Agent learning checklist
- 01Explain JLT vs Dubai Marina
- 02Describe the A–Z cluster structure
- 03Name both Metro stations: DMCC R37, Sobha Realty R36
- 04Separate office and residential considerations
- 05Use neutral parking language
- 06Explain why cluster position matters
- 07State that there is no full school inside JLT
- 08Handle seller and landlord enquiries properly
- 09Never promise ROI, appreciation or availability
JLT Knowledge Bank
- What does JLT stand for?
- Jumeirah Lakes Towers, a mixed-use community in Dubai along Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite Dubai Marina.
- How many clusters does JLT have?
- 26 lettered clusters, from A to Z, with towers and podium areas distributed across the community.
- How many towers are in JLT?
- Official JLT information describes 87 towers across the community.
- Which Metro stations serve JLT?
- DMCC Metro Station (Red Line, R37) and Sobha Realty Metro Station (Red Line, R36).
- Is JLT part of DMCC?
- Yes. JLT sits within the DMCC district and community framework.
- Is JLT residential or commercial?
- Both. JLT combines offices, residences, hospitality, retail and leisure; each tower has its own main use.
- What should I compare in a JLT office?
- Cluster and Metro access, building specification, size and layout, parking allocation, visitor access, fit-out condition and building operating requirements.
- What should I compare in a JLT apartment?
- Tower and outlook, layout, building facilities, parking, Metro walking access and proximity to the park, lakes and daily services.
- Are there full schools inside JLT?
- Official JLT guidance says there are no full schools inside JLT itself; nearby schools in surrounding communities serve residents.
- Are there nurseries in JLT?
- Yes. Several nurseries operate inside JLT, located in different towers and clusters.
- Why does the cluster matter?
- Cluster position can influence Metro walking distance, road approach, parking and which amenities are closest.
- How do I sell property in JLT?
- Share the property, tower, type and occupancy with 11X; we discuss a brokerage approach suited to your situation.
- How do I rent out property in JLT?
- Tell 11X the tower, property type and timing; we discuss tenant search and leasing representation within our brokerage scope.
- What should overseas owners consider?
- Who will be the local point of contact, how viewings and documents are handled, and whether independent legal or tax advice is needed.
- What should never be guaranteed?
- Returns, rental income, price growth, sale speed or availability. Outcomes depend on the market and each property.
FAQ
JLT questions
Yes. JLT is one of Dubai's established office locations. Tell 11X your team size, timing and preferences and we will search suitable towers.
Offices can be bought in many JLT towers. 11X can help define the brief and identify suitable options.
JLT is a designated area where foreign ownership is commonly available. Confirm the current position for a specific property and your circumstances with the relevant authority or an adviser.
We discuss your property and timing, then agree a brokerage approach for marketing and buyer conversations.
We discuss the property, tenant profile and timing, then support the leasing process within our brokerage scope.
Yes. 11X can be your Dubai brokerage point of contact for selling or renting out, coordinated remotely where practical.
No. Facilities, parking and specifications vary by tower and should be checked property by property.
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