Real estate times by Ahmad Sabeh

ISSUE No. 1

INFORMATION

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CONTENTS Editorial

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Adverts

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Small Adverts

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REAL ESTATE TIMES 3.

REAL ESTATE TIMES 4.

REAL ES TATE IN LEBANON 2011-2012

When you think about investing in real estate, the first thing that comes to mind is your home. For many people, their home is the single largest investment they will ever make. But have you ever stopped to consider that once you purchase a home it becomes part of your overall portfolio of investments? In fact, it’s one of the most important parts of your portfolio because it serves a dual role as not only an investment but also a centerpiece to your daily life. The difference between those that want and those that do is passion. You learn, you explore and as the passion for investing builds, it becomes a part of your life. In Lebanon there is a real demand for real estate. This demand is driven by the growth of Lebanese resident household, the large dispersion of Lebanese non residents across the world and a growing Arab demand of a secondary domicile as well.

Although prices are ever-increasing as they are in many other countries, the real estate market has little speculation. Though Lebanon was one of the few countries who survived the World Economic Crash and came out Stronger than ever. Real estate is traditionally considered an “alternative” investment class; One of the main differences between investing in a piece of real estate as compared to stocks or bonds is that real estate is an investment in the “bricks and mortar” of a building and the land it is built upon.

This makes real estate highly tangible, because unlike most stocks you can see and touch your property. This often creates substantial pride of ownership, but tangibility also has its downside because real estate requires hands-on management. You don’t need to mow the lawn of a bond or unplug the toilet of a stock! In this fresh tutorial, we will list several opportunities offered by our real estate market, local developers and ambitious contractors.

WAHAT AL SABINE

REAL ESTATE TIMES 5.

PERFECTION IS IN THE ART Although prices are skyrocketing as they are in many other countries, the real estate market has little speculation

RE Times is an opportunity as well to home buyers with limited budget. INVEST WITH REAL ESTATE TIMES AND EXPERIENCE TRUE SUCCESS

Rawche, Nawfal Bldg, 3rd Floor, Beirut, Lebanon Tel/Fax. +961 1 868181 - +961 1 868182 Mob. _961 3 646666 Email. s.hoteit@hhc-lb.com www.hhc-lb.com

WORK ABOVE THE CLOUDS

General info Project Badaro Location: Sami Soloh main street Price: Â $ 4000/ m2 Starting areas: 80 m2 to 250 m2 Delivery date: June 2015

For more info contact us : +961 (71) 333 888

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YARZE PINES

Surround yourself with sheer luxury

LOT - 1666 BAABDA

OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS

YARZE 1666 Every detail has been carefully studied to meet your demanding taste and seduce you into its peculiar mode of life. Elegance, Style, Design, Technology and Ingenuity, all combined to form an imposing monument in a setting of scenic beauty, and majestic luxury. It is designed with extra care and attention with full amenities, in order for it to communicate harmoniously into its setting. The architecture responds solely to the needs of a highly comfortable interior living space, taking into account the serenity of brilliance.

OWNER: HICHAM HAMMOUD /

DEVELOPER: HETC HAMMOUD / SALES INFO: Eng. NISRINE EL HABR (Est. from Trading & Contracting)

(MOBILE: +961 3 393666)

- The building structure is designed to resist seismic activities caused by earthquakes. - The building has double external walls with thermal insulation. - All aluminum profiles are of high quality (Technal) & double glazed with electrical sunscreens. - All main doors are made up of solid wood & secondary doors are veneered natural wood. - Reception floorings are of high quality marble whereas bedrooms & living rooms are of wood flooring. Kitchen & wet areas flooring are of high standard ceramic. - Reception areas ceilings are decorated with gypsum boards & with direct & indirect lighting. - The sanitary fixtures shall be Duravit or equivalent with high quality accessories (Grohe or equivalent). - Each apartment has a storage room in the basement. - Elevations are cladded with natural stone. - Each apartment has its own (Ferolli) heater or equivalent as prescribed with mechanical engineer. - Each apartment is provided with (TV/dish - Multipair telephone - Internet) outlets. - The building has its own generator. - Each apartment is equipped with central air conditioning.

ADDRESS: Lebanon, Beirut, Damascus highway, Gardenia Center, Block B, 2nd Floor Tel/Fax: +961 5 951520

COME LIVE IN LUXURY

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General info Project Elite Pearl Location: New Martakla Delivery date: 3 years

Y Zone Yarze, Baabda

DEVELOPER :

Architect: AJ & Partners Date of Completion: Mid 2013

Y Zone is a high-end residential project in Yarze - Baabda, located in calm and luxurious surrounding, 15 minutes away from Beirut international airport. Y Zone is the 1st true eco- friendly project in the area; it consists of 45 apartments (42 simplexes & 3 duplexes) varying in size from 164m² to 509m²

The majority of apartments enjoy a private garden or terrace.Y Zone also harbors a multi-purpose common area including a luxury spa, gym, squash court, recreation area, indoor swimming pool and kid’s area in addition to magnificent exterior infinity pool overlooking the capital.

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For more info contact us : Mobile: +961 (71) 333 888

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MIRNA TOWER

PERFECTION IS IN THE ART Located in a midpoint between Rafic Hariri International Airport and Beirut downtown, in the exclusive area of Ramlet Al Bayda, Republic street, Overlooking the Midterranean Sea, Mirna Tower is your home of comfort. composed of luxurious interior spaces. It is a 23 repeated residential floor tower, with a ground floor and 2 underground floors. It extends over 16,000 sqm.

Rawche, Nawfal Bldg, 3rd Floor, Beirut, Lebanon Tel/Fax. +961 1 868181 - +961 1 868182 Mob. _961 3 646666 Email. s.hoteit@hhc-lb.com www.hhc-lb.com

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Tilal Faqra Special launch price USD 2,500 / m 2 DEVELOPER :

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Architect: Issam Barhoush Date of Completion: End of 2013

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NORA RESIDENCE Located in a midpoint between Rafic Hariri International Airport and Beirut downtown, in the exclusive area of Ramlet Al Bayda, Republic street, Overlooking the Midterranean Sea, Nora is your home of luxury. Finished to the highest standards in the middle east, a reinforced concrete structure using the anti-seismic design, double walls, double glazing and powered roller sitter system, marble flooring and best brands of electro-mechanical materials, automatically operated generator, videophone system and a well , individual reversible air conditioning, electric water boiler, and P.P.R piping. The Ground floor is composed of luxurious entrance lobby, guards house and parking places for apartments.

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Nazareth 889 A Ashrafieh

Nazareth 1562 Ashrafieh

Nazareth 889 B

Ashrafieh areas from 157 sqm

Nazareth 887 A Ashrafieh

Nazareth 887 B

Ashrafieh areas from 165 sqm

Sodeco 786 Ashrafieh

ADMA 177 2

Starting USD 2,200/m

Olive Steps - Mar Takla

areas from 265 sqm

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Modern Building, 10th floor Al Arz Street. Beirut, Lebanon. Phone: +961 1 566008/9. For enquiries +961 71 566008. www.seveninvest.com

In a privileged neighborhood in the heart of Adma immersed in peaceful serenity, ADMA 177 presents a breathtaking view overlooking Jounieh Bay. Here come 6 elegant residential units with sizes starting modern style living with few minutes away from Highway Beirut â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tripoli.

Bani Beirut MEDIA

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7th Floor, Salam Bldg., Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon. Mobile: +961 (71) 246 204

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BEIRUT GARDENS WWW.BEIRUTGARDENS.COM

The Beirut Gardens is set to stand apart as the ideal residential complex in the heart of Lebanon's capital. The project offers a high level of luxury and refinement, in the care that is given to design of the interior spaces of both apartments and common areas, elegant details, selective materials and finishes. The architectural scheme of the complex will incorporate the latest in modern design techniques and technology while simultaneously maintaining the charm and artistry of pre-war architecture.

Beirut, Verdun District, Concorde Building, 2nd floor TEL. +961 1 744 995 MOB. +961 3 337 279

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Beirut, Verdun District, Concorde Building, 2nd floor TEL. +961 1 744 995 MOB. +961 3 337 279

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SPECIFICATIONS TECHNIQUES BAABDA 2488 Structure -Structure en béton armée étudiée contre les effets sismiques

Project Specifications: Residential apartments, with 5 rooms, 4 super rooms of extra ordinary specifications with special earthquake study.

Tel. +961 1 383969

Mob. +961 3 173155 / +961 3 647846

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Partition et Etanchéité -Double murs en parpaings pour tout le contour des appartements -Partition intérieure en parpaing de 10 cm d’épaisseur -Chambre concierge au SS2 équipée d’un WC et kitchenette -Travaux d’étanchéité pour toutes les terrasses avec garantie de 7 ans -Deux parkings et une cave pour chaque appartement

Menuiserie en bois -Entrée principale en bois de chêne. -Portes qui ouvrent à l’entrée principale en contreplaqué chêne. -Le reste des portes en bois contreplaqué chêne. -L’entrée vers la réception est munie d’un cadre en bois de chêne sans battant. -Cuisine non équipée

Travaux de décoration -Plâtre décoré pour la réception et l’entrée (sans installation électrique) -Plâtre traditionnel pour la cuisine et salles de bain -Plâtre de décoration dans l’entrée principale de l’immeuble

Menuiserie en aluminium -Monobloc Sidem 2000 de couleur blanche ou champagne, double vitrage -Accessoires Folda -Commande électrique pour les stores de la vitrine de la réception -Portes en verre securit pour l’entrée principale de l’immeuble

HAZMIEH 2488 - MIKHAEL & PARTNERS

FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES, CONTACT: +961 (3) 608 124

MAAMARI CENTER

HAMRA OFFICES & CLINICS

OFFICES: 93 SQM 104 SQM

DEVELOPER: YM DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT: SAMIR ALI AHMAD

TELEPHONE: +961 1 365012 MOBILE: +961 3 417947

EMAIL: YMDEVELOPMENT@IDM.NET.LB

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Wadi Hills, a bespoke gated community offered by visionary developer Benchmark, opens its doors in early 2012 to all its tenants. Located in the heart of Downtown, Wadi Hillsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; private landscaped community, with its recreational facilities, underground parking and 24 hrs security, make it a standout project that any resident would be proud to call home. There are still several apartment sizes available (250/350/500m2) for purchase and our helpful sales team are at your service if you might have any questions. So go ahead, open the gates of Wadi Hills and discover your new home. Find out more at www.wadihills.com or contact us at +9611 990 890 A development by

Moiurjanat Beirut PERFECTION IS IN THE ART

Apartments - The floors: Industrial marble in the hallways, sitting rooms and their balconies Massif ceramic, tile in the bedrooms and their balconies Foreign ceramic, tiles in the kitchen, bathrooms and their walls. - The wood: The hallway, the sitting room and the dining rooms are made of Massif and Oak Veneer Wood. The bedrooms, the kitchen and the bathrooms are made of MDF and Oak Veneer Wood. CIDEM aluminum and double glazed facades to retain heat and noise. - Sanitary: Convenient PPR pipes and fittings hidden and walls, as well as suitable PVC tubes for sewage Lecico European white good quallity accessories. - Electricity: Cables and tapes from Lebanon Cables. Keys from Vimar Keys or such. - Painting: Caoutchouc with paste. - Kitchen: Top and sink of marble. Closets above and under and the sink are made from Melamine, coated or painted MDF shutters. - Lifts: Capacity of 5 persons, double speed conforming to the laws in force and specification set by the municipality of Beirut. Facades: Coated with marble, artificial stone and colored Sandtex. Building Equipment: Well, AC extensions, All external walls doubled, Generator, One parking space for each car, Hot water, 2 elevators, Interphone with camera.

Commercial Stores - Commercial stores of different areas with attic and small bathroom.

Offices and Clinics - Flexible and different areas, bathroom and a kitchenette, A private entrance with stairways and two elevators.

Rawche, Nawfal Bldg, 3rd Floor, Beirut, Lebanon Tel/Fax. +961 1 868181 - +961 1 868182 Mob. _961 3 646666 Email. s.hoteit@hhc-lb.com www.hhc-lb.com

REAL ESTATE TIMES 43.

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MAR ELIAS

180 m2 KRAYTEM, BEIRUT

240 m2 MAR ELIAS, BEIRUT

SOGETIM

APARTMENT

Apartment for sale in Kraytem 180m2 arranged on the 8th floor, comprises 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, open plan living/dining, elevator, generator and parking space on the basement level.

Apartment for sale in Mar Elias branch 240m2 arranged on the 4th floor, comprises 4bedrooms ( 2 master bedroom) and 5 bathrooms, open plan living/dining,sitting room, maid's room, elevator, generator and 2 parking space on the basement level.

asking price: 600.000$

asking price: 800.000$

Nagham Khatib / Sales consultant

tel. +961 1 980033/44 mob. +961 70 842823

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For Sale

ACHRAFIEH

259 m2 ACHRAFIEH, BEIRUT

270 m2 ACHRAFIEH, BEIRUT

SOGETIM

LAND

APARTMENT

Land for sale in Achrafieh Trabaud, 259 m2, zone 3.

T / F: +961 (1) 834285 Mob: +961 (3) 011818

For Sale

Build up area 1813 m2.

Apartment for sale in Achrafieh-Carre d'or 270 m2,arranged on the 4th floor, comprises 4 bedrooms( 1 master bedroom) and 4 bathrooms, open plan living/dining,breakfast room, sitting room,highly equipped kitchen, elevator, generator and parking space.

asking price: 12.950$ / m 2

competitive price: 11500.000$

Nagham Khatib / Sales consultant

tel. +961 1 980033/44 mob. +961 70 842823

www.sogetim.com

Rent

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MOBILE: +961 76 000075

Rent

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SAIFI VILLAGE

SOLIDERE

MONOT

JNAH

205 m2 SAIFI VILLAGE, BEIRUT

270 m2 ACHRAFIEH, BEIRUT

230 m2 MONOT, BEIRUT

360 m2 JNAH, BEIRUT

SOGETIM

APARTMENT

Apartment for rent in Saifi Village 205 m2, arranged on the 4th floor, comprises 2 master bedroom and 4 bathrooms, open plan living / dining, maid's room, elevator, generator and 3 parking space on the basement level.

Office for rent in Solidere 170 m2, designed to high specifications, comprises 5 units with a conference room, entrance, security 24/7, 2 lifts, generator, subscription parking space.

A spacious 230 SQM apartment with a very nice view. Located within a walking distance from Beirut’s famous downtown. It consists of 1 master bedroom, 2 bedrooms, a maid’s room and a driver’s room.

A very spacious 360 SQM apartment, located in comfortable and relaxing neighbourhood. Ideal for raising a family. It consists of 1 master bedroom, 3 bedrooms, 1 family room, 2 parking spaces.

asking price: 48.000$ yearly

asking price: 50.000$ yearly

asking price: 750,000 $

competitive price: 1.150.000$

Nagham Khatib / Sales consultant

FOR MORE INFO CALL

tel. +961 1 980033/44 mob. +961 70 842823

MOBILE: +961 3 485 111

www.sogetim.com

For Sale

BIR HASSAN

JNAH

KHALDEH

ACHRAFIEH

250 m2 BIR HASSAN, BEIRUT

400 m2 JNAH, BEIRUT

210 m2 KHALDEH, BEIRUT

250 m2 ACHRAFIEH, BEIRUT

APARTMENT

A nice 250 SQM apartment located in Beirut, Bir Hassan area with a sea view. It consistes of a master bedroom, 2 bedrooms, maid’s room, and 1 parking space.

A very spacious 400 SQM apartment, ideal for comfort and relaxation. Located within walking distance from BHV & TSC. It consists of 1 master bedroom, 3 bedrooms, 1 family room, a maid’s room and two parking spaces.

A spacious 210 SQM apartment located in a calm neighbourhood.

asking price: 700.000$

asking price: 1.050.000$

asking price: 210.000 $

FOR MORE INFO CALL

MOBILE: +961 76 000075

For Sale

It consists of 1 master bedroom, 2 bedrooms and 1 family room.

A 250 SQM apartment located within walking distance from ABC shopping mall, Achrafieh. Ideal for relaxation. It consists of 1 master bedroom, 2 bedrooms, 1 family room and 2 parking spaces. asking price: 750.000 $

FOR MORE INFO CALL

MOBILE: +961 3 485 111

Development & Contracting

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