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Arsenal East

Arsenal East is the international division of Arsenal — a European real estate company with 27+ years of history, a third-generation family business owned by Viktor Laptev. The parent group operates mainly in St. Petersburg (Europe) with a track record of 54+ residential buildings, 28,000+ apartments, 1,000,000+ sqm and 15 schools. Its first project in Dubai is Zephyra Residences on Dubai Islands — 102 units (apartments, duplexes and penthouses) across two low-rise buildings. It was unveiled at the International Property Show 2025.

Founder Viktor Laptev HQ Dubai, United Arab Emirates (international division); main headquarters in St. Petersburg RERA registered
27+ years
Cumulative experience
Luxury
Segment
Private
Status
THE TRACK RECORD

Arsenal East's record.

A third-generation family business with an established European track record. Its entry into the UAE market through the Arsenal East division offers buyers a distinctive proposition: 27+ years of experience behind a brand that is new to the market.

Delivery record

The parent group Arsenal: 54+ residential buildings, 28,000+ apartments, 1,000,000+ sqm of real estate, and 15 schools and kindergartens in operation. The international division's first project: Zephyra on Dubai Islands (102 units).

Financial strength

27+ years of established operations, 1M+ sqm of completed real estate, and a stable portfolio of projects in Europe.

FounderViktor Laptev
HQDubai, United Arab Emirates (international division); main headquarters in St. Petersburg
TypePrivate · Third-generation family business
Active projects3
Entry pricefrom 1M AED
SIGNATURE COMMUNITIES

Arsenal East flagship destinations.

Boutique apartment community
Zephyra Residences
Dubai Islands (central area) — 102 units (apartments, duplexes, penthouses) across two low-rise buildings. From AED 1.55M. Handover December 2027. Unveiled at IPS 2025
Residential community
Vibe
Another residential community in planning — outdoor terrace, pools, gardens, playgrounds and co-working spaces
WHAT SETS THEM APART

What makes Arsenal East special.

Property types ApartmentsDuplexesPenthousesRetailMixed-use
Price segment Luxury

Signature style

Modern European design with an emphasis on build quality, 24/7 concierge services and sustainable community development. Zephyra offers a boutique low-rise setting with outdoor amenities (terraces, pools, gardens, play courtyards and co-working spaces).

3 ACTIVE PROJECTS

All projects by Arsenal East.

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GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about Arsenal East.

Who owns Arsenal East?+

Viktor Laptev — owner. The company is a third-generation family business. The parent group Arsenal has been operating for around 27+ years, mainly in St. Petersburg, Europe.

What is Zephyra?+

The international division's first project, on Dubai Islands — 102 units (apartments, duplexes, penthouses) across two low-rise buildings. From AED 1.55M. Handover December 2027.

What is the parent group's track record?+

1,000,000+ sqm of completed real estate, 28,000+ apartments, 54+ buildings and 15 schools — mainly in St. Petersburg. This experience lends a strong credibility credential to its Dubai entry.

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