How much can my landlord increase my rent in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle), Dubai?

It depends on how far your current rent is below the JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) market average. Under Dubai Decree 43/2013: 0% if within 10% of market, up to 5% if 11-20% below, up to 10% if 21-30% below, up to 15% if 31-40% below, and up to 20% if more than 40% below market. Use the free calculator on this page to get your exact figure.

What is the average rent in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle)?

Based on the 2025 RERA rental index, average annual rents in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) range from approximately AED 38,000 to AED 130,000 depending on property type and bedrooms.

Is a 20% rent increase legal in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle)?

A 20% increase is only legal in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) if your current rent is more than 40% below the market average for your property type, AND your landlord gave you 90 days written notice before renewal. Otherwise the maximum is lower or zero. Check your exact case with the calculator above.

How much notice must a landlord give for a rent increase in Dubai?

At least 90 days written notice before the lease renewal date. If the landlord misses this window, any proposed rent increase is void and the contract renews at the existing rent on the same terms.

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JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) Rent Increase Calculator

Find out exactly how much your landlord can legally raise your rent in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle), Dubai under RERA Decree No. 43 of 2013. Based on JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) market rents of AED 38,000–130,000 (2025 index). Free, instant, no signup.

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The calculator below is pre-set to JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle). Pick your property type, bedrooms, and enter your current annual rent.

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Average market rent in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) (2025)

These are the RERA rental index averages for JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle). Your allowed rent increase depends on how far your current rent sits below these figures — that is the comparison Decree 43/2013 uses.

Apartment — JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle)

Bedrooms	Average annual rent (AED)
Studio	AED 38,000
1 Bedroom	AED 55,000
2 Bedrooms	AED 78,000
3 Bedrooms	AED 110,000

Townhouse — JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle)

Bedrooms	Average annual rent (AED)
3 Bedrooms	AED 130,000

Source: DLD, 2025 rental index.

How much can a landlord increase rent in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle)?

Dubai rent increases are capped by Decree No. 43 of 2013. The legal maximum depends on how far your current rent is below the JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) market average above:

Your rent vs. market average	Max legal increase
Up to 10% below market	0% (no increase)
11% – 20% below market	Up to 5%
21% – 30% below market	Up to 10%
31% – 40% below market	Up to 15%
More than 40% below market	Up to 20%

Even if an increase is within these limits, your landlord must give you 90 days written notice before renewal. If they miss that window, the increase is void and your contract renews at the existing rent — regardless of the JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) market rate.

Landlord's JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle) increase is illegal?

Generate a formal, bilingual legal notice citing Decree 43/2013 and your RERA calculation — ready to send to your landlord or file at the RDC.

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