8 Essential Factors for Calculating Service Charges in Dubai

In Dubai, homeowners are required to pay an annual service charge that covers various maintenance aspects:

✔️ Maintenance of amenities such as pools, lobbies, parking, fitness centers, and landscaping.
✔️ Servicing elevators, electrical and water systems.
✔️ Salaries for security, concierge, and management staff.
✔️ Cleaning services and garbage removal.
✔️ Scheduled repair and renovation work.

However, it's essential to note that this fee does not include electricity and water payments, which are billed separately by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).

The calculation of this fee depends on the property type and size:

✔️ For apartments, it's based on the total area of the premises.
✔️ For villas, the calculation is typically based on the plot area, all measured in feet.
✔️ Rates for these service charges can range from AED 3 to 30/ft² or $8.8 to $88/m² per year, with variations based on location and property type.

Factors affecting the payment amount include the property's location in relation to the city center, the property type, and the range of services and facilities available within the residential complex. For instance, Downtown Dubai tends to have higher service charge rates due to its central location.

Here are a few examples of service charge calculations for different properties in Dubai:

1️⃣ 4-Bedroom Villa in Arabian Ranches

✔️ Plot size: 353m²
✔️ Service charge fee: $8.2/m² per year
✔️ Total: $2,908 annually

2️⃣ 1-Bedroom Apartment in Jumeirah Village Circle

✔️ Area: 90m²
✔️ Service fee: $36.2/m² per year
✔️ Total: $3,258 annually

3️⃣ 1-Bedroom Service Apartment in Downtown Dubai at The Address Fountain Views Hotel

✔️ Area: 78m²
✔️ Service fee: $70/m² per year
✔️ Total: $5,460 annually

To check the service charge rates for any residential complex in Dubai, you can utilize the Dubai Rest application under the Services tab, specifically the Service Charge Index.

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