Dubai RERA Rent Increase Calculator
Use this quick tool to estimate the maximum allowed rent increase at renewal based on Dubai's common RERA increase brackets (Decree No. 43 of 2013 approach).
- Difference up to 10% below market: 0% increase
- 11% to 20% below market: 5% increase
- 21% to 30% below market: 10% increase
- 31% to 40% below market: 15% increase
- More than 40% below market: 20% increase
How the RERA Dubai rental calculator works
The purpose of a RERA Dubai rental calculator is simple: help tenants and landlords estimate whether a rent increase is allowed at contract renewal, and if so, how much. In Dubai, increases are typically linked to how far the current rent sits below the market benchmark shown in the rental index.
This tool compares two numbers:
- Current annual rent in your existing contract (Ejari-aligned figure).
- Market/index annual rent for similar units in the same area and category.
It then applies the standard increase brackets and returns a maximum permitted increase percentage, plus estimated new annual and monthly rent.
Why tenants and landlords use this calculator
Renewal periods can be stressful. A quick calculator adds clarity and reduces disputes before negotiation starts. Instead of guessing, both parties can anchor discussion around a transparent method.
For tenants
- Check if a proposed increase appears within guideline range.
- Prepare for renewal discussions with real numbers.
- Budget monthly housing costs in advance.
For landlords
- Estimate lawful increase boundaries before issuing notices.
- Set realistic expectations with current tenants.
- Avoid unnecessary conflict and delays.
Step-by-step: using the calculator correctly
1) Enter your current annual rent
Use the rent amount stated in the active tenancy agreement. If you pay in multiple cheques, still enter the annual total.
2) Enter the market/index annual rent
Use the most recent official benchmark available to you. Accuracy here matters: a wrong market figure can produce a wrong increase result.
3) Click calculate and review the output
You will receive:
- Difference from market (percentage).
- Maximum allowed increase rate.
- Estimated new annual rent.
- Estimated new monthly equivalent.
Important practical notes
- Notice period matters: rent changes generally require proper notice timing (commonly 90 days before renewal unless contract states otherwise).
- Index updates can change outcomes: always use current data close to renewal date.
- Calculator output is a guide: final enforceability can depend on contract terms and legal procedure.
Example scenario
Suppose current annual rent is AED 80,000 and market/index rent is AED 100,000. The current rent is 20% below market. Under standard bracket logic, the maximum increase is 5%. Estimated new rent becomes AED 84,000 annually.
Frequently asked questions
Is the maximum increase automatic?
No. It is a ceiling, not an obligation. Parties can still agree to lower figures.
Can rent be increased when current rent is close to market?
If the difference is within the no-increase threshold, the calculator will show 0% allowed increase under standard bracket rules.
Does this replace legal advice?
No. If a dispute exists, use official channels and seek qualified legal or regulatory guidance.