Sur La Mer vs Port de La Mer: which Meraas address fits you?
Sur La Mer is 142 three-to-five bedroom townhouses, Port de La Mer is one-to-five bedroom low-rise apartments. Both are already-delivered Meraas addresses at La Mer, with price on request for each.
Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer are both already-delivered Meraas addresses at La Mer, but they offer different kinds of homes. Sur La Mer is an enclave of 142 three-to-five bedroom townhouses; Port de La Mer is a collection of one-to-five bedroom low-rise apartments built around a marina. Price is on request for both.
The facts, side by side
| Criterion | Sur La Mer | Port de La Mer |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Meraas | Meraas |
| Location | La Mer, Jumeirah 1 | La Mer, Jumeirah 1 (north peninsula) |
| Property type | Townhouses | Low-rise apartments |
| Unit types | 142 townhouses, 3 to 5 bedrooms | 1 to 5 bedroom apartments |
| Status | Ready | Ready |
| Starting price | On request | On request |
| Payment plan | On request | On request |
| Handover | On request (delivered since 2021 per the page) | On request (delivered since 2021 per the page) |
| Official film | Yes | Yes |
Sur La Mer: a townhouse enclave
Meraas describes Sur La Mer as a gated enclave of 142 waterfront townhouses, finished with Italian-inspired interiors and vibrant exterior palettes. Homes range from three to five bedrooms, arranged around parks, pools and a promenade along the Arabian Gulf, with private beach access. Residents also use a clubhouse, a yacht club and electric vehicle charging points. Completed and handed over since 2021, the development is sold out from Meraas, so current demand runs through the resale market.
Port de La Mer: low-rise apartments around a marina
Port de La Mer presents itself as a Mediterranean-styled residential quarter on the northern tip of La Mer, built around a 192-berth marina. Low-rise buildings hold one-to-five bedroom apartments with open, flowing interiors, and the marina promenade is lined by boutiques, cafes and four- and five-star hotels. Completed in 2021, this community is also fully sold from Meraas, with current availability limited to resale and rental. It remains one of La Mer's most established addresses, within walking distance of the wider La Mer beach and leisure destination.
What really sets the two apart
The main difference is not quality tier, since both are finished Meraas addresses at La Mer, but the type of home and the lifestyle attached to it. Sur La Mer offers townhouse living, with a garden or private terrace, a format closer to a standalone home despite the proximity of neighbours. Port de La Mer offers low-rise apartment living, with the amenities of a district built around a marina and its retail. A buyer who wants more private space and a family-sized format will naturally lean toward Sur La Mer; a buyer who wants an apartment with marina-district conveniences within walking distance will lean toward Port de La Mer.
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Who each one suits
Sur La Mer suits a family looking for townhouse-scale space by the water, with direct beach access and a self-contained residential setting. Port de La Mer suits a buyer who prioritises neighbourhood life, retail and dining close by, and an apartment format that is easier to let out or manage remotely. Either way, buying today runs mainly through the resale market, since both projects are complete and sold out from the developer.
DLD fees and buying on the secondary market
Since both addresses are delivered and sold out, a purchase at Sur La Mer or Port de La Mer is generally negotiated on the resale market rather than off-plan. The Dubai Land Department registration fee still applies at 4% of the price agreed with the current seller, whichever project you choose. Since price is on request for both, no DLD fee amount can be calculated here; your adviser will confirm it once a specific unit's price is known.
Move forward with Orven
To compare current resale availability at Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer, and to receive a selection of units matching your budget, contact Orven on WhatsApp at +971 52 776 1939 or at sales@orvenproperties.com. The Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer project pages, along with the Jumeirah / La Mer area page, add further detail. Our Jumeirah / La Mer collection guide places both addresses among the area's other projects, and our guide on beachfront apartments for sale in Dubai widens the comparison to other coastal neighbourhoods.
FAQ
What is the difference between Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer? Sur La Mer is 142 townhouses from three to five bedrooms; Port de La Mer is low-rise apartments from one to five bedrooms around a marina. Both are already-delivered Meraas addresses at La Mer.
Can you still buy directly from Meraas? No, both projects are complete and fully sold out since 2021. Buying today runs through the resale market.
What is the price of Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer? Price is on request for both and depends on the current seller and the specific unit.
Which one suits a family better? Sur La Mer, with its three-to-five bedroom townhouses and direct beach access, suits a family looking for more private space.
Do both addresses have direct beach access? Sur La Mer has private beach access. Port de La Mer is within walking distance of La Mer's beach, built mainly around its own marina.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer?
Sur La Mer is 142 townhouses from three to five bedrooms; Port de La Mer is low-rise apartments from one to five bedrooms around a marina. Both are already-delivered Meraas addresses at La Mer.
Can you still buy directly from Meraas?
No, both projects are complete and fully sold out since 2021. Buying today runs through the resale market.
What is the price of Sur La Mer and Port de La Mer?
Price is on request for both and depends on the current seller and the specific unit.
Which one suits a family better?
Sur La Mer, with its three-to-five bedroom townhouses and direct beach access, suits a family looking for more private space.
Do both addresses have direct beach access?
Sur La Mer has private beach access. Port de La Mer is within walking distance of La Mer's beach, built mainly around its own marina.
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