Luxury One-Bedroom Waterfront Apartment in 52|42, Dubai Marina

Sometimes a place just catches you in an unexpected way. This one bedroom apartment at 5242 Dubai Marina is one of those. I stepped in and honestly felt myself taking a little pause by the window and just watching boats move along the water for a minute. There is a kind of calm about this spot that you do not always get in the city.

First thing you notice is the light. Floor to ceiling windows make everything look bigger and brighter. It almost feels like the outside is part of your living room. The living area flows right into the kitchen and dining space which sounds simple but you would be surprised how easy that makes day to day life. If you are the kind of person who actually cooks you will like the kitchen here. It is open and practical and you could chat with a friend while stirring a pot or just sit at the table in the morning with a coffee and look out over the water. In the evenings the sun sets somewhere off to the right and the living room sort of glows. It feels good. Not too much noise either even though you are in Dubai Marina.

The bedroom has that same bright open vibe. It is en suite so if long showers are your thing you are sorted. There is enough closet space for a couple and the layout means you can have your bed right by the window if you want that morning sunshine. Or just keep the curtains closed and sleep in. Up to you.

You get your own private balcony here. I stood outside for a while and the breeze coming in from the sea was just about perfect. From up here the view of the Arabian Sea is always shifting a little. Sometimes you see small yachts heading out from the marina or just watch the city lights come on one by one. Friends will definitely ask to hang out on your balcony. Not even kidding about that.

One thing you will like if you want more than just the apartment itself is the community. 5242 is part of two towers and you feel it as soon as you walk into the lobby. Everything is clean and sort of quietly stylish. There are infinity pools that look straight out over the water. Sometimes you see people just floating there with their headphones in looking pretty content. The gym is well stocked which I appreciate because you never have to wait long for a treadmill. Kids have their own play area too so the whole place feels alive. The club facilities are a bonus if you like to work from somewhere quiet or just want to meet a neighbor or two. Even the lounge spaces are actually used by residents. I have seen people reading or working there with a coffee.

Down at the podium level there are some nice dining spots and shops. Not massive mall vibes just small local places to grab food or a quick coffee. Some people even just walk out to Marina Walk or hop over to Bluewaters Island. Both are close by for dinner out or a weekend stroll. Getting around all of Dubai is easy too since Sheikh Zayed Road is right there. Makes commutes or quick trips anywhere almost too easy.

Dubai Marina itself is always in demand and you can feel why. It just has energy. But up here you get a bit of peace as well. Sometimes you see joggers out early in the morning or families walking in the evening. The water is never far. It is all pretty convenient and friendly for real life.

If you are looking for a one bedroom apartment in Dubai Marina with serious waterfront views plus a real sense of home this one at 5242 just fits. Hard to know through photos or words though. You have to see how it feels. Ask me anything you want or just come take a look whenever works for you. At LuxuryProperty.com we want your next move to feel as comfortable as possible.