SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside

Convertible 1 and 2-bedroom homes with private pools in Downtown Jebel Ali

SAMANA Portside — Convertible Pool Residences in Downtown Jebel Ali

SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside is a residential and commercial development by Samana Developers in Downtown Jebel Ali, Dubai. Built as a single tower with a ground floor, three podium levels, and nine residential floors, it offers convertible one- and two-bedroom apartments, each with a private pool, alongside ground-floor retail space.

Unit Types

1 & 2-bedroom convertible apartments with private pools

Area From

On Request

Handover

Q3 2029

Payment Plan

1% per month, 20/80 post handover

Developer

Samana Developers

SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside — Homes Designed to Convert and Grow

SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside brings a convertible living concept to one of Dubai’s key commercial corridors. Every one- and two-bedroom home is built with a private pool and a layout designed to expand: one-bedroom apartments convert into two-bedroom homes, and two-bedroom apartments convert into three-bedroom homes. The building adds ground-floor retail space, positioning residents within a single address that combines living, convenience, and future flexibility as household needs change.

Convertible Layouts That Grow From One Bedroom to Three

Every home at SAMANA Portside is designed to convert: one-bedroom apartments transform into two-bedroom layouts, and two-bedroom apartments transform into three-bedroom layouts. For buyers, this means one purchase can serve a widening range of tenants or family sizes over time, without a resale. For investors, it broadens the pool of prospective tenants and buyers a single unit can serve, supporting resale demand.

A Private Pool in Every One- and Two-Bedroom Home

Each residence at SAMANA Portside, from the entry one-bedroom to the two-bedroom layouts, includes its own private pool. Private pools are typically reserved for larger or premium unit types elsewhere in Dubai; here they come standard across the full range. This is a direct differentiator against comparable one- and two-bedroom stock in Downtown Jebel Ali and neighbouring districts, and a feature that supports both livability and resale appeal.

A Contemporary Facade With Clean, Modern Lines

SAMANA Portside is designed in a contemporary architectural style, with clean lines, modern detailing, and an expressive façade that gives the building a distinct presence in Downtown Jebel Ali. Interiors carry the same approach into functional layouts with well-balanced room proportions, built for durability and everyday use. The design is intended to hold its contemporary character over the years ahead.

Six Ground-Floor Retail Units Built Into the Tower

SAMANA Portside includes six ground-floor retail units, delivered core and shell, alongside the residential tower above. Ground-floor retail brings daily services, such as convenience shopping and dining, directly into the building rather than requiring a drive elsewhere. For residents, this adds everyday practicality to the address. For investors, a mixed-use ground floor supports footfall and long-term demand for the retail units themselves.

SAMANA Portside Location — Downtown Jebel Ali, Dubai

Downtown Jebel Ali sits inside one of Dubai's most important commercial and connectivity corridors, with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road. The district combines Jebel Ali Free Zone, established commercial hubs, and a growing network of global businesses, supported by metro and road links that connect daily life across the city. It places residents close to logistics, trade, and employment centres that continue to expand along this stretch of Dubai.

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20 Minutes

Dubai Metro, Palm Jebel Ali

20 Minutes

Expo City Dubai, Dubai Marina

20 Minutes

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), Dubai Investment Park (DIP)

20 Minutes

Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)

The Advantage of SAMANA Portside

Amenities at SAMANA Portside

Outdoor gym

Adult swimming pool

BBQ area

Children’s play area

Outdoor cinema

Property Types at SAMANA Portside

SAMANA Portside offers two-bedroom apartments with a private pool, available across two layout types, each designed to convert into a three-bedroom home. Interiors are arranged with well-balanced room proportions and a functional flow between the bedrooms, living and dining areas, and the outdoor pool terrace. This convertible two-to-three-bedroom range is built for households whose space needs grow over time, without requiring a move to a different unit or building.

One-bedroom apartments are available across three layout types, each with a private pool and each convertible into a two-bedroom home. Every unit, across both bedroom counts, is delivered with its own pool rather than shared pool access alone. The building also includes six ground-floor retail units, delivered core and shell, adding a commercial component to the residential tower above.

Floor Plans — SAMANA Portside

1-Bedroom + Private Pool (Types 1–3)

Total area from: By request
SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside

Starting price

AED 1,100,000

($ 299,516)

2-Bedroom + Private Pool (Types 1–2)

Total area from: By request
SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside

Starting price

AED 1,550,000

($ 422,045)

Ground-Floor Retail Units

Total area from: By request
SAMANA Downtown Jebel Ali Portside

Price

By Request

Payment Plan and Completion Date — SAMANA Portside

SAMANA Portside is offered on two payment plans, both extending past handover. Plan 1 requires 10% down; Plan 2 requires 15%. Both continue with 5% at month 6, 5% at month 12, and the balance at 1% per month through construction and after handover, completing Q3 2029.

   

Plan 1 (PDC)

Payment plan

10%

Down payment

On booking

5%

Instalment

Within 6 months

5%

Instalment

Within 12 months

80%

Installments at 1% per month, including a post-handover portion of 10% + 4% DLD

During construction and after handover

Construction Timeline

Plan 2 (Non-PDC)

Payment plan

15%

Down payment

On booking

5%

Instalment

Within 6 months

5%

Instalment

Within 12 months

75%

Installments at 1% per month, including a post-handover portion of 15% + 4% DLD

During construction and after handover

Construction Timeline

Investment Appeal of SAMANA Portside, Downtown Jebel Ali

SAMANA Portside combines an entry point from AED 1,100,000 for a private-pool home, a fast-growing commercial district, and payment terms that extend well past handover, lowering the upfront capital an investor needs to commit.

Early Entry Into a Growth Corridor

Downtown Jebel Ali already contributes more than 36% of Dubai’s GDP and draws 74% of the emirate’s foreign direct investment, home to over 11,000 companies and 100+ Fortune 500 firms. Buying at SAMANA Portside’s launch pricing means entering ahead of further infrastructure, including The Loop, a planned 93-kilometre walking and cycling corridor, and the continued expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport, both expected to add long-term value to the corridor.

Rental Demand Across Dubai’s Market

Dubai apartments currently average a gross rental yield of around 7,15% citywide, with nearby Dubai Investment Park, one of the landmarks within 20 minutes of SAMANA Portside, posting yields as high as 8,53%. SAMANA Portside’s convertible layouts widen the pool of tenants a single unit can serve, from a couple in a one-bedroom to a family in its three-bedroom conversion, supporting occupancy across changing tenant profiles over the life of the building.

Payment Plans That Extend Past Handover

Both SAMANA Portside payment plans continue after completion rather than concluding at handover. Plan 1 carries a post-handover portion of 10% plus a 4% DLD component; Plan 2 carries 15% plus the same 4% DLD. Spreading a meaningful share of the price beyond Q3 2029 reduces the capital an investor must commit before the building is complete, and lets part of the remaining balance be funded from rental income once the unit is handed over and let out.

Infrastructure Advantages of Downtown Jebel Ali

Transport and Road Connectivity

SAMANA Portside sits with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai's primary arterial highway, and within reach of the Dubai Metro network. Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is within a 20-minute drive, positioning the district near what is planned as one of the region's largest future aviation gateways. This combination of an immediate highway connection and metro proximity supports fast, flexible movement across Dubai for residents and commuting professionals.

Lifestyle and Leisure Infrastructure

Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai Marina, and Expo City Dubai are all reachable within 20 minutes, giving residents access to established retail, dining, and cultural destinations without leaving the corridor. Looking ahead, Palm Jebel Ali is planned to add around 110 kilometres of coastline with more than 80 hotels and resorts, beach clubs, and public parks, roughly twice the scale of Palm Jumeirah, extending the district's lifestyle offer over the coming years.

Social and Urban Infrastructure

Downtown Jebel Ali is anchored by Jebel Ali Free Zone and a growing base of established commercial hubs, supported by existing road and metro links rather than infrastructure still in planning. This established connectivity, paired with SAMANA Portside's ground-floor retail units, supports day-to-day convenience for residents and adds to the long-term rental stability that a well-connected, employment-adjacent district can offer investors.

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