RERA Rent Calculator 2025: How It Works + Renewal Tips (With Examples)
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Dubai’s rental market is dynamic, and every year the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) updates its framework to keep rental pricing fair and transparent. The RERA Rent Calculator 2025 is one of the most searched tools among tenants and landlords — it determines whether a landlord can increase rent at renewal and by how much.
What is the RERA Rent Calculator?
The RERA Rent Calculator is an online tool provided by Dubai Land Department (DLD). By entering your property details (location, type, size, current rent, and contract dates), it shows you whether your rent is above, below, or within the market range set by the RERA Rental Index.
Why It Matters in 2025
- Tenant protection: prevents unfair rent hikes and provides transparency.
- Landlord guidance: ensures rent remains competitive and legally compliant.
- Golden Visa link: properties rented at certain values may help support property-related residency applications.
How to Use the RERA Rent Calculator (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Dubai Land Department website and go to the Rental Index page.
- Choose “RERA Rent Calculator.”
- Enter your contract expiry date, property type (apartment/villa), location (community or project), and current rent.
- Click “Calculate.”
- The tool will show whether rent can be increased, and by how much (%) — or confirm that no increase is allowed.
Example 1: Apartment in Dubai Hills Estate
- Rental Index Type: Residential
- Area: Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid
- Property Type / Category: Apartment – 2 bedrooms hall
- Building: MULBERRY II at PARK HEIGHTS – Building A2
- Current Annual Rent: AED 120,000
- Contract End Date: 30 Aug 2025
- RERA Index Range (same property type): AED 157,120 – 192,036 / year
Allowed Increase: 15%
➜ Amount of Increase: AED 18,000
➜ New Rent After Increase: AED 138,000 (annually)
Note: Index excludes utilities and does not apply to furnished units, hotels, or hotel apartments. Calculations follow Decree 43/2013 and the DLD mathematical method.
Example 2: Villa in Arabian Ranches 3
- Rental Index Type: Residential
- Area: Wadi Al Safa 5
- Property Type / Category: Villa – 3 bedrooms hall
- Community: Arabian Ranches III – SUN
- Current Annual Rent: AED 145,000
- Contract End Date: 30 Aug 2025
- RERA Index Range (same property type): AED 130,286 – 159,239 / year
Allowed Increase: No Increase
➜ Amount of Increase: Not Applicable
➜ New Rent After Increase: AED 145,000 (annually)
Note: This calculation is based on the project/compound/community data provided by RERA and excludes water, electricity, and other fees. Governed by Decree 43/2013.
Renewal Tips for 2025
- Check early: Run the calculator at least 90 days before renewal to avoid surprises.
- Negotiate smartly: If the calculator allows an increase, tenants can still negotiate based on payment terms (e.g., fewer cheques).
- Document everything: Always keep copies of DLD calculator results to support your case in disputes.
- Stay updated: The RERA index is refreshed periodically — results may change closer to renewal.
Common Questions
Can my landlord increase rent without using the calculator?
No. All rent increases must be based on the official RERA Rental Index.
What if I disagree with the result?
You can file a case with the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre at DLD.
Does the calculator apply to commercial properties?
Yes — the RERA Rental Index covers residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Final Word
The RERA Rent Calculator 2025 is the single most important tool for tenants and landlords navigating Dubai’s rental market this year. Whether you’re renewing a villa in Arabian Ranches or an apartment in Downtown Dubai, the calculator ensures compliance and peace of mind.
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