By Jamie Goodwin  www.arabianbusiness.com

More than 800 apartments in Damac Properties’ Aykon City development have been sold, the company said in a statement.

2The project, which comprises both serviced hotel and residential apartments, overlooks the Dubai Canal on Sheikh Zayed Road.

The announcement follows sales events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

“We have sold more than 800 units in Aykon City including serviced hotel apartments and residential units in just 12 weeks,” said Ziad El Chaar, managing director of Damac Properties. “It is testament to the desirability of Dubai’s real estate market, especially in the luxury serviced residences sector. The demand for the high-end, refined living in AYKON City is exceptional.” More info