Boutique XII

Boutique XII is a completed 12-storey residential building by Structure Real Estate Development, situated on the Al Jaddaf Waterfront in Dubai. Delivered in Q1 2024, it combines ground-floor retail and dining with apartments above, positioned in a district that has shifted considerably over the past decade from industrial heritage to established urban neighbourhood.

# The building and its place in Al Jaddaf

Al Jaddaf carries an unusual history for Dubai. The area was once a working shipyard, where dhow builders supplied the vessels that pearl divers depended on. That past has largely given way to residential towers, hotels, a metro line, and an arts infrastructure that gives the district a character distinct from the more commercially driven corridors nearby.

Boutique XII sits within this context as a single tower with a minimalist architectural approach. At 12 storeys, it operates at human scale rather than the monumental proportions of Downtown or Business Bay. The building combines commercial and residential uses, with retail at ground level and apartments occupying the floors above. Construction is complete and the building is fully handed over.

# Residences, specification and outdoor space

Specific unit sizes and layout counts are not publicly listed for this project, and pricing reflects secondary-market availability given the development is sold out from the developer. The apartments are unfurnished, which suits buyers who prefer to specify their own fit-out, and carry a service charge of 13 to 15 AED per square foot annually.

Balconies feature across the residential floors, providing outdoor space and views oriented toward the waterfront setting. The design language is consistent with the minimalist exterior: clean lines, considered proportions, and a specification aimed at the mid-to-upper residential tier rather than the ultra-luxury segment.

# Amenities within the building

The amenity offering is compact but practical. A courtyard serves as the primary communal outdoor space, intended for everyday use by families. The pool includes a dedicated children's area alongside it, and outdoor play areas supplement the waterfront-adjacent setting for younger residents.

The gym is equipped to a standard consistent with the residential tier. Ground-floor retail and dining outlets within the building reduce dependency on driving for daily essentials, which is a practical consideration given Al Jaddaf's position as a neighbourhood still building its retail density compared to more established communities.

# Connections to the wider city

Downtown Dubai sits roughly 9.5 kilometres from Al Jaddaf, and the Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai is approximately 4.7 kilometres away, a relevant proximity for families with school-age children. Creek Park is 7.7 kilometres distant, Dubai Dolphinarium around 7.8 kilometres, and La Mer beach 12.7 kilometres.

Al Jaddaf benefits from its own metro station on the Green Line, which connects residents to the broader network without requiring a car. The Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road corridors are accessible from the district, making business districts, the airport, and the southern communities reachable within standard Dubai commute times.

# Who this building suits in the current Dubai market

Boutique XII occupies a particular position: a completed, fully handed-over building in a district that has matured but not yet priced in the premium that areas like Dubai Creek Harbour or Downtown command. For buyers seeking a secondary-market acquisition in a low-rise, waterfront-adjacent neighbourhood with school access and metro connectivity, the project answers several practical criteria simultaneously.

The absence of furnishing, the moderate service charge range, and the building's scale make it more suited to end-users or long-horizon investors than short-term holiday-let operators. Al Jaddaf continues to attract residents who value proximity to the cultural and institutional layer of the city over proximity to its commercial spectacle.