JLT Cluster V: Towers, Rents and What It Is Like to Live There

JLT Cluster V is a residential-first part of Jumeirah Lake Towers, with V3 Tower and Goldcrest Views 1 beside the commercial Jumeirah Business Centre 2. It gives you lakefrontage, relatively large established layouts, local retail, and access to Sobha Realty Metro Station without newer-tower pricing. This guide covers the towers, 2026 rents and sale rates, cooling, parking, and daily living.

Quick Summary

The JLT cluster V towers are V3 Tower, Goldcrest Views 1, and Jumeirah Business Centre 2. The two residential towers face the JLT lake, and many upper-floor units look toward Jumeirah Islands or Dubai Marina. Sobha Realty Metro Station takes roughly 15 to 17 minutes on foot from much of the cluster. In September 2026, one-bedroom asking rents generally run from about AED 70,000 to AED 110,000 a year. Check current Cluster V rental listings when comparing available units.

Key Takeaways

• V3 Tower and Goldcrest Views 1 are residential; Jumeirah Business Centre 2 is commercial
• Cluster V offers established apartments, balconies and lake-facing units
• Average sale price was about AED 1,539 per sq ft in July 2026
• Sobha Realty Metro Station is around a 15 to 17-minute walk away
• Check cooling, renovation, parking, floor level and views before comparing units

Where Cluster V Is in JLT

Cluster V JLT occupies the northern side of the lake network, away from the busiest southern Metro entrance. It feels more residential than office-heavy clusters, although JBC 2 brings weekday business traffic.

Sobha Realty Metro Station is the closest practical rail stop. Current route data puts the cluster about 1.4 km away, with tower-level walks of roughly 15 to 17 minutes. DMCC Metro Station is farther, at about 2 km. JLT Park is close enough for regular use, while the lake promenade starts beside the residential towers.

Drivers connect to Sheikh Zayed Road through JLT’s internal streets. Evening exits can slow near the cluster, so a short map distance does not always mean a quick departure. For a broader location comparison, see all 26 JLT clusters compared.

The Towers in Cluster V

The three JLT Cluster V towers serve different users. V3 and Goldcrest are residential, while JBC 2 is commercial. That structure gives the cluster a quieter evening profile without leaving ground-level services empty. Our best towers in JLT guide gives more context across the district.

V3 Tower

V3 Tower is a residential high-rise completed in 2009 with about 39 floors and one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. One-bedroom layouts commonly fall around 805 to 850 sq ft, while larger homes can exceed 1,300 sq ft. Covered parking comes with the apartments, and current sale listings quote service charges around AED 16.74 per sq ft.

Do not assume V3 is chiller-free. Current building feedback points to separate cooling billing, so tenants should check the lease and recent bills. Our guide to chiller-free versus chiller-inclusive apartments explains what to verify. Interior condition varies by owner, with renovated units often looking far newer than original stock.

Goldcrest Views 1

Goldcrest Views 1 was completed in 2007. The 40-floor residential tower includes studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, with larger layouts above that range. It has covered parking, a rooftop pool, gym, sauna and steam facilities, plus ground-floor food and convenience options.

Current listings show service charges around AED 16.37 per sq ft. Some leases include cooling, but that depends on the individual contract. The building has aged unevenly, so buyers should inspect kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, windows, and balcony condition instead of judging the tower from its lobby.

Jumeirah Business Centre 2

Jumeirah Business Centre 2, or JBC 2, is the commercial tower in the cluster. Completed in 2009, it has roughly 39 floors of office space, basement parking, and ground-floor retail. It keeps Cluster V active during office hours and adds coffee shops and daily services, but residential activity still defines evenings and weekends.

Rents and Sale Prices in Cluster V

In September 2026, apartments in JLT Cluster V remain cheaper per square foot than the wider JLT apartment market, although renovated and high-floor lake-view homes can command a clear premium.

Wider JLT apartment prices were near AED 1,890 per sq ft in August 2026, while Cluster V was around AED 1,539 per sq ft in July. That places the cluster roughly 19% below the broader benchmark before adjusting for tower, floor, view, renovation, and tenancy status.

For Buyers

Use price per square foot as a first filter, then inspect the actual unit. Buyers can review live Cluster V apartments for sale before comparing floor plans and asking prices.

For Renters

For apartments in JLT Cluster V, one-bedroom listings show the market clearly. Basic V3 units can appear around AED 70,000 to AED 80,000, while upgraded, furnished, or stronger-view homes move higher. Compare rent, cooling responsibility, check count, and parking together rather than choosing from headline rent alone.

Living in Cluster V

Cluster V has direct access to the lake promenade, with cafés, restaurants, salons and convenience stores at podium level. JLT Park and nurseries are also nearby.

Resident parking is usually allocated, but visitor parking can be harder to find at busy times. Traffic toward Sheikh Zayed Road may also slow during the morning and evening rush.

Lake-facing apartments are one of the main draws here, particularly on higher floors. Depending on orientation, homes may also look toward Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Islands or nearby JLT towers.

Who Cluster V Suits, and Who It Does Not

Cluster V JLT suits renters who want larger established apartments, lake frontage, balconies, and a residential atmosphere. It also suits buyers who put usable area ahead of a recently launched tower. The trade-offs are building age, different renovation standards from unit to unit, and a Metro walk that is reasonable rather than short.

Choose Cluster C If Metro Access Comes First

If a shorter walk to DMCC Metro Station ranks above lake frontage, compare Cluster C listings. Its southern JLT position can work better for frequent Metro commuters.

Choose Cluster X for Another Established Option

If you want another mature cluster with lake views and both residential and commercial stock, compare Cluster X apartments. It gives you another price and layout set without leaving JLT.

Conclusion

Choosing a home in JLT Cluster V usually comes down to the individual unit. V3 has larger layouts, while Goldcrest Views 1 gives buyers and tenants more variation in apartment size, condition, floor level, and outlook.

At Driven Properties, we can check the current options against your budget, preferred view, parking needs, service charges, and tenancy status. Tell our team what you are looking for, and we will help you narrow the search to the apartments that are actually worth viewing.

FAQs

1.Which towers are in Cluster V?

The cluster contains V3 Tower, Goldcrest Views 1, and Jumeirah Business Centre 2. V3 and Goldcrest are residential, while JBC 2 is commercial.

2.How far is Cluster V from the Metro?

Sobha Realty Metro Station is the nearest practical option. Expect about 15 to 17 minutes on foot from much of the cluster.

3.Is Cluster V chiller-free?

Not across every unit. Cooling arrangements vary by building and tenancy contract, so confirm who pays before signing.

4.What is the average rent in Cluster V?

One-bedroom asking rents in September 2026 generally run from about AED 70,000 to AED 110,000 a year, with the rental index near AED 95 per sq ft.

5.Is Cluster V good for lake-view apartments?

Yes. Both residential towers have lake-facing units, but the exact view changes by floor and orientation.