Quick Facts
| Developer | IFA Hotels & Resorts |
|---|---|
| Community | Kingdom of Sheba |
| District | Palm Jumeirah |
| Emirate | Dubai |
| Construction status | Completed |
| Ownership | Freehold |
| Nearest metro | Dubai Internet City Metro Station |
| Nearest major road | Palm Jumeirah Crescent Road |
Key takeaways
- Balqis Residence covers 1,478,000 sq ft on Palm Jumeirah
- IFA Hotels & Resorts developed Balqis Residence in Dubai
- Balqis Residence sits within Kingdom of Sheba on Palm Crescent
- Balqis offers apartments, villas, townhouses and penthouses on Palm Jumeirah
- Atlantis The Palm is a short drive from Balqis Residence
- Balqis Residence has private beachfront lifestyle positioning on Palm Crescent
Balqis Residence: What You Need to Know
Balqis Residence is a completed freehold master community or multi-building residential complex in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, developed by IFA Hotels & Resorts. It is classified as a master-community page because there is no single tower floor count that represents the whole location; instead, the community contains multiple phases, blocks, villas, townhouses, apartments or shared facilities. Public sources indicate a home count of Not publicly confirmed — verify with DLD, but buyers should always verify the latest registered inventory through DLD or the developer because phasing and handovers can change. The community attracts search demand from end users comparing lifestyle, access, price per square foot, service charges and future supply. It also attracts investors who need to understand differences between sub-communities rather than treating every unit as interchangeable. The practical value of this guide is to separate confirmed facts from indicative market data, highlight the main clusters, explain how prices vary by phase and give buyers or tenants a structured checklist before committing. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
> AMBER: Total home count for Balqis Residence is not publicly confirmed in a consistent primary source. Verify the figure with Dubai Land Department records, the developer, the owners association or building management before relying on it.
Location and Access in Balqis Residence
Balqis Residence sits within Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, with access shaped by Palm Jumeirah Crescent Road and the wider pattern of commuting to established employment, retail and leisure districts. The nearest metro reference is Dubai Internet City Metro Station, but for most residents and visitors, car access, taxis, school buses and community shuttles may be more important than walking to rail. Location quality should be assessed by travel time to work, schools, supermarkets, health care, airports and weekend destinations rather than by headline distance alone. In master communities, internal roads and phase position can matter as much as the external highway connection, because a home near the entrance, park, retail hub or school can command different demand from a home deeper inside the community. Buyers should inspect the exact sub-community, not just the wider brand name. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
Sub-Communities, Blocks and Phases
Confirmed phases or clusters associated with Balqis Residence include Balqis Residence Block A, Balqis Residence Block B, Balqis Residence Block C, Balqis Residence Villas, Balqis Residence townhouses, Balqis Residence penthouses. Each cluster has a different buyer profile, delivery stage, property mix and pricing logic. In a villa and townhouse community, one phase may focus on compact family townhouses, another on larger villas, while a later phase may carry newer specifications, different payment plans or stronger amenity proximity. In an apartment complex, separate blocks can differ by floor height, view, maintenance record, lift quality and parking convenience. For Balqis Residence, buyers should compare the specific sub-community or block against its own transaction history rather than using a single community-wide average. End users should also check whether the relevant cluster is completed, still under construction, in a defect-liability period or waiting for nearby amenities to mature. Investors should pay close attention to supply pipeline because a new phase can affect both rents and resale pricing in earlier phases. The most reliable comparison is like-for-like: same bedroom count, same plot or built-up area, same view, similar condition and comparable handover status. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
> AMBER: Total home count for Balqis Residence is not publicly confirmed in a consistent primary source. Verify the figure with Dubai Land Department records, the developer, the owners association or building management before relying on it.
Prices in Balqis Residence
Indicative prices in Balqis Residence vary significantly by sub-community, tower, block, villa type, townhouse type, plot size, view, handover status and renovation quality. The guide uses an indicative community-wide average sale level of AED 2,200/sqft where comparable market evidence exists, but this should not be treated as a valuation for any specific home. Smaller apartments or early-phase townhouses can trade at very different rates from larger villas, beachfront units, upgraded homes or premium corner plots. Rents also vary by unit size and phase; where available, indicative annual rents are shown in the page data, but live asking rents can move quickly with school calendars, handover waves and new supply. A buyer should compare DLD transactions, current listings, payment-plan premiums, service-charge history and maintenance obligations. A tenant should compare renewal rules, furnishing, landlord responsiveness, parking, garden or terrace maintenance and whether amenities are already operational. Community averages are useful for orientation, but final decisions must be made at unit level. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
> AMBER: Prices in Balqis Residence vary significantly by sub-community, tower, block, phase, property type, plot size, view and handover status. Treat community-wide averages as indicative only and verify current values with DLD transaction data and a RERA-registered agent.
Amenities and Master Plan Features
Amenities in Balqis Residence are central to its positioning and include Private beach access, Beach clubs and pools, Arabian-inspired architecture, Apartments, Townhouses, Villas, Penthouses, Kingdom of Sheba waterfront setting. In a master community, the presence of parks, pools, gyms, beaches, retail, sports courts, schools, nurseries, landscaped streets or waterfront access can materially affect both lifestyle and resale value. However, the timing of amenity delivery matters. Early residents may live in a community while some facilities are still being completed, while mature phases may already benefit from shops, cafés, play areas and established traffic patterns. Buyers should inspect the specific phase and ask whether the amenity is operational, planned, restricted to residents, payable separately or included through community service charges. Tenants should check whether advertised facilities are close enough to use daily and whether access is governed by community rules. Investors should treat amenity quality as a driver of tenant retention, not just a brochure feature.
- Private beach access
- Beach clubs and pools
- Arabian-inspired architecture
- Apartments
- Townhouses
- Villas
- Penthouses
- Kingdom of Sheba waterfront setting
Buying in Balqis Residence
Buying in Balqis Residence requires a phase-by-phase approach. A buyer should verify the developer, title status, freehold eligibility, escrow details for off-plan purchases, payment-plan obligations, snagging process and handover documentation. For completed homes, review DLD transactions, title-deed area, plot size, built-up area, extensions, renovation approvals, service-charge clearance and any owners-association or community rules. For off-plan or recently handed-over phases, check construction progress, expected completion, defect-liability arrangements and whether nearby infrastructure is finished. Investors should calculate net yield after service charges, maintenance, vacancy and agency fees, because villa landscaping, pool maintenance or apartment building charges can change returns. End users should compare layouts, storage, parking, school access, commute time and the maturity of amenities. The safest approach is to work with a RERA-registered broker, verify all documents independently and use official DLD or developer channels before transferring funds. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
Renting in Balqis Residence
Renting in Balqis Residence is shaped by bedroom count, phase maturity, furnishing, garden or balcony size, parking, community access and how close the home is to key amenities. Tenants should compare completed clusters with ongoing construction areas because noise, dust and road diversions can affect daily life even when the advertised community name is the same. Families should check schools, nursery routes, bus access, supermarkets, medical clinics and weekend traffic before signing. Investors leasing out homes should benchmark against similar units in the same phase, not only against the master community average. Furnished and upgraded homes can command premiums, but only when pricing reflects the condition and the landlord responds quickly to maintenance. Ejari registration, deposit terms, chiller or utility treatment, garden maintenance and community-access cards should be documented clearly in the lease. Good rental decisions in Balqis Residence are usually made after visiting both the unit and its immediate neighbourhood. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
Service Charges in Balqis Residence
Service charges in Balqis Residence vary by building, block, villa type, townhouse phase, plot size and the facilities attached to each component. The page data therefore records service charges as varying by building or phase rather than giving one universal rate. Charges can cover common-area maintenance, security, landscaping, community management, shared utilities, reserves, waste management and amenity operations. In villa communities, owners may also need to budget for private garden, pool, façade or air-conditioning maintenance that is not captured by a simple community fee. In apartment blocks, lifts, lobbies, pools, gyms and MEP systems can make the charge materially higher. Buyers should verify the exact approved rate using the RERA Service Charge Index, DLD records, seller statements and the community manager. Tenants should understand which costs are built into rent and which are separately recoverable under the lease. For PropertyWiki readers, the practical takeaway is to compare Balqis Residence against current DLD transactions, active listings, title-deed documents, community rules, parking allocations and any handover or owners-association documents before relying on a single advertised figure.
> AMBER: Service charge figures for Balqis Residence are indicative or not publicly confirmed. Verify exact approved rates with the Dubai Land Department or RERA Service Charge Index before completing any purchase or rental agreement.
Community Lifestyle in Balqis Residence
The community experience in Balqis Residence depends on maturity, resident mix, facilities, road access and how each phase connects to the wider district. Master communities often improve over time as landscaping matures, retail opens, schools expand and residents form a stable base, but early phases can face construction activity while later phases complete. Buyers should consider whether they want immediate convenience or are willing to accept phased growth for potential long-term upside. Tenants should prioritise daily routines: school runs, groceries, parking, deliveries, guest access and the distance from the unit to usable amenities. Investors should track handover waves because large new supply can temporarily soften rents before demand absorbs it. Balqis Residence should be compared with other current PropertyWiki pages in the same lifestyle category so users understand whether its value comes from brand, location, low-rise living, waterfront setting, or relative affordability.
Community Data
Wikipedia-style structured snapshot. Verify exact figures with RERA, the Dubai Land Department and the developer before transacting.
| Official name | Balqis Residence |
|---|---|
| Who can buy | All nationalities |
| Avg sale price (AED/sqft) | 2200 |
| Avg rent — 2 BR (AED/yr) | 300000 |
| Avg rent — 3 BR (AED/yr) | 420000 |
| Service charge (AED/sqft/yr) | Varies by block and unit type — see RERA Service Charge Index |
| Metro line | Red Line |
Sub-communities
- Balqis Residence Block A
- Balqis Residence Block B
- Balqis Residence Block C
- Balqis Residence Villas
- Balqis Residence townhouses
- Balqis Residence penthouses
Delivery phases
- Apartment blocks on the Palm Jumeirah Crescent
- Villa and townhouse residences
- Serviced-apartment and beachfront facilities within Kingdom of Sheba
Master plan features
- Private beach access
- Beach clubs and pools
- Arabian-inspired architecture
- Apartments
- Townhouses
- Villas
- Penthouses
- Kingdom of Sheba waterfront setting
Data confidence: Medium — Bayut confirms Balqis Residence is a mixed-use residential and serviced-apartment complex on Palm Jumeirah Crescent developed by IFA Hotels & Resorts and covering 1,478,000 sq ft. Unit totals differ across public sources, so total planned units are left null pending DLD verification. Prices and rents are indicative.
Who It Suits
Good fit
- Buyers and renters who match the balqis residence profile.
Usually a poor fit
- Buyers who need a fundamentally different product type or location profile.
- Anyone unwilling to verify pricing and service charges live with DLD before transacting.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Balqis Residence covers 1,478,000 sq ft on Palm Jumeirah
- IFA Hotels & Resorts developed Balqis Residence in Dubai
- Balqis Residence sits within Kingdom of Sheba on Palm Crescent
Cons
- Verify exact phase pricing, service charges and handover status before transacting.
- Resale liquidity depends heavily on phase and product type.
- Compare against neighbouring communities before committing.