FirstPoint Group
Renovation
How Much Does It Cost to Renovate a Villa in Dubai in 2026?
Villa renovation in Dubai is typically priced across three tiers: a Refresh from AED 180,000, a Mid renovation from AED 500,000, and a Premium renovation from AED 1.2 million. A full renovation typically takes 6 to 9 months from contract to handover, and a credible quote follows a site visit, not a phone estimate.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Cost depends on which of three tiers your project falls into: a Refresh from AED 180,000, a Mid renovation from AED 500,000, or a Premium renovation from AED 1.2 million. Download the full Villa Renovation Budget Guide for a tier-by-tier breakdown, or request a scoped quote after a site visit.
A villa renovation ranges from 6 to 12 weeks for a Refresh, 3 to 6 months for a Mid renovation, and 6 to 12 months for a Premium renovation. Most full-scope projects fall in the 6 to 9 month range quoted on the website.
Structural changes, MEP replacement, and extensions drive cost up the most, since they involve permits, engineering sign-off, and longer site time than cosmetic finish work alone.
Most structural, extension, and external works need Dubai Municipality or master community approval. A renovation company that handles these approvals in scope, rather than leaving them to the homeowner, removes one of the most common delay points.
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