Quick Answer
A villa renovation in Dubai typically costs AED 150,000 for a light refresh, AED 350,000–600,000 for a full mid-range remodel, and AED 1,000,000+ for a luxury renovation — roughly AED 250–600 per sq ft depending on finish level. The big cost drivers are kitchens, bathrooms, joinery and any structural or MEP changes. First Unicorn gives a fixed price from a real BOQ after a free survey — no vague forum estimates.
What Drives Your Villa Renovation Cost
- Scope: refresh vs full remodelA cosmetic refresh (paint, flooring, fixtures) is a fraction of a full strip-out remodel with new kitchens, baths and layout changes.
- Kitchens & bathroomsThe highest cost-per-room areas — kitchens from AED 45,000, bathrooms from AED 25,000 each.
- Finish levelStandard vs premium vs luxury finishes (marble, bespoke joinery, imported fittings) swing the per-sq-ft rate the most.
- Structural & MEP changesMoving walls, re-wiring, re-plumbing and AC changes add cost but are often where the value is.
- Approvals & sizeCommunity/DM NOCs, and the villa's built-up area — bigger villa, bigger number.
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Villa Renovation Cost in Dubai — FAQ
How much does it cost to renovate a villa in Dubai?
A light refresh starts around AED 150,000; a full mid-range remodel runs AED 350,000–600,000; and a luxury renovation is AED 1,000,000+ — roughly AED 250–600 per sq ft by finish level. First Unicorn gives a fixed price from a real BOQ after a free survey.
What is villa renovation cost per square foot in Dubai?
Roughly AED 250/sq ft for a standard refresh, AED 350–500/sq ft for a full mid-range remodel, and AED 600+/sq ft for luxury finishes. The exact rate depends on kitchens, bathrooms, joinery and MEP scope.
Why are online villa renovation estimates so different?
Because they ignore your actual scope, finish level and structural changes. A real quote comes from a site survey and a line-by-line BOQ — not a forum thread or a calculator.
How long does a villa renovation take?
A full villa renovation usually takes 8–16 weeks depending on scope and approvals. We give a written programme with a handover date before starting.