What is service charge in Dubai real estate?

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Service charge is the yearly building maintenance cost paid by the owner

it usually covers:

  • 🔹 security
  • 🔹 cleaning of common areas
  • 🔹 elevators, pools, gyms
  • 🔹 building management and repairs

important:
Service charge is not paid by the tenant — it’s an owner responsibility

When calculating rental profit, service charges must be included to understand your true net income

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Dubai skyline graphic about what service charge covers — illustrative cover by Fox River.
Large panoramic photo of Dubai skyline by the water with Burj Khalifa; graphic text 'What's Covered by Service Charge' and Fox River logo at bottom.
Graphic cover: what service charge covers in Dubai, with skyline and Fox River brand.

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