3 bedroom apartment in 5242, Dubai Marina

Sometimes you walk into a place and the whole mood just feels right. That happened to me the first time I stepped inside this three bedroom apartment at 5242 in Dubai Marina. The light just streams in from the windows and you get a proper sea view that makes you want to stay by the glass for a while. The building is new and really stands out, right at the edge of where the Marina meets the JBR beach. So you get these calm mornings with nothing but the sound of water if you open a window. It feels like a proper home.

You'll find there's a lot of space here, not just in the bedrooms which all have their own ensuite bathrooms by the way, but in the living area too. It opens up really well and the windows stretch across so you can actually glance up and see the sea from almost anywhere. I actually leaned against the kitchen counter and just watched the boats for a good few minutes, not even in a rush to get back to work. The kitchen itself is a real working kitchen. Sometimes these newer apartments are all about shine and nowhere to cook, but this one is set up for someone who likes to use their kitchen. All the appliances are tucked in, which makes it look tidy. There's room to actually chop, stir, taste and maybe eat with friends over a lazy weekend brunch.

Each bedroom, honestly, just feels comfortable. It is the kind of space where you would just drop your bag and kick off your shoes after a long day. You get your own little haven since they each have their own bathroom so no waiting in line in the mornings which always seems to matter on busy days. There's enough storage to keep the clutter out of sight, and if you look out the window in the main bedroom, you can see the water stretching over towards Bluewaters Island and beyond. Even in the evenings, the lights outside are something worth seeing.

What's nice about being at 5242 is that you're actually right next to the JBR beachfront. So nothing stops you from stepping out after work and strolling on the sand. Some mornings you'll notice joggers and sometimes in the evenings you see kids riding their bikes or families grabbing ice cream together. The whole area has that Dubai Marina energy if you know what I mean. It's busy and lively but never feels overcrowded down here. You always have a new coffee shop to try and there's that ease knowing the tram and other public transport is nearby. Bluewaters is close too, so if you're craving a quick change of scenery or a dinner out you never have far to go.

Living here, you get infinity pools that just spill right into the horizon. On sunny weekends you'll want to spend hours by the water. There's concierge too, which just takes away those little stresses of daily life. Even the planted areas downstairs make a difference, it just feels softer. And you don't even have to worry about parking because there are two spaces for you, which is honestly rare right near the beach.

All in all, it just feels easy. It is one of those apartments where you could move in, unpack and just get on living without fuss. Some people want ultra fancy but here it is more about feeling settled, comfortable, and knowing you can open your door out onto everything Dubai Marina has to offer.

Honestly, the only way you will know if it is right is to come see it for yourself. If you want to come by, just let me know. No rush, no pressure. At LuxuryProperty.com, we want your next move to feel about as smooth as a morning stroll by the beach.