Quick Answer
Building a villa in Dubai costs roughly AED 390/sq ft for a standard build, AED 600-800/sq ft premium, and AED 1,000+/sq ft ultra-luxury — typically AED 1.5M-6M+ for a 4-6 bedroom villa, excluding land. The big cost drivers are finish level, structure, MEP and joinery. First Unicorn gives a fixed price from a real line-by-line BOQ after a consultation, so the number is firm before you break ground.
What Drives Villa Construction Cost
- Finish levelStandard vs premium vs ultra-luxury finishes are the single biggest swing in cost per sq ft.
- Size & structureBuilt-up area, number of floors, basements and spans drive structural and shell cost.
- MEP & smart-homeAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting and any smart-home integration.
- Joinery & fit-outKitchens, wardrobes, doors and bespoke joinery — a large share of a premium villa.
- Site & approvalsPlot conditions, soil, and permit/NOC costs vary by community and authority.
A Fixed Price, Not a Moving Target
Line-by-Line
Every item priced in a real Bill of Quantities you approve before we start.
Fixed Contract
The signed number is the number you pay — variations only if you change scope.
Right Spec
We help you spend where it shows — finishes and joinery — not where it doesn't.
Warranty
800+ projects and a written multi-year structural warranty.
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From First Call to Handover
Free Site Survey
We visit your property, understand the scope and take real measurements — before any number is quoted.
Design & Fixed BOQ
Concept design plus a line-by-line fixed quote and a written programme with your handover date.
Approvals & Build
We secure every NOC and permit, then build with weekly progress updates and one project manager.
Handover & Warranty
Snag-free handover, final walkthrough and a written multi-year workmanship warranty.
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Villa Construction Cost in Dubai — FAQ
How much does it cost to build a villa in Dubai?
Roughly AED 390/sq ft for a standard build, AED 600-800/sq ft premium and AED 1,000+/sq ft ultra-luxury — typically AED 1.5M-6M+ for a 4-6 bedroom villa, excluding land. We give a fixed price from a real BOQ.
What's included in the per-sq-ft rate?
Our BOQ covers structure, blockwork, MEP (AC, electrical, plumbing), plaster, tiling, painting, standard joinery and finishes. Premium finishes, landscaping, pools and smart-home are itemised separately so you see exactly what you're paying for.
Does the cost include land and permits?
Land is separate. Building permits, structural approvals and NOCs are included in our scope and shown in the BOQ.
How long does it take to build a villa?
12-18 months including design, NOCs and the building permit. We provide a written programme with the handover date before breaking ground.