Luxury Interior & Renovation Cost in Dubai (2025): Complete Per Sqft Pricing Guide

 Renovation cost in Dubai is one of the first things homeowners think about when buying a villa, apartment, or townhouse. Whether you’re upgrading a new property or renovating an older one, understanding the real per-sqft pricing helps you plan with clarity and confidence.

“How much does it cost per square foot to renovate or design a home in Dubai?”

Dubai homes vary widely in age, quality, and layout, so renovation cost depend on the property type and its condition. Villas often require more extensive work because they have larger spaces, private MEP systems, older AC ducting, and outdoor considerations. Apartments are simpler and more controlled. Townhouses sit somewhere in between.

To make this easy to understand, this guide breaks down:

• Realistic cost per sqft in 2025

• Market Cost vs Interiofy Cost (15% lower & more transparent)

• Cost comparisons for different home sizes

• What’s included at each renovation level

• The 7–10% budgeting rule every Dubai buyer should follow

• Clear, analytical tables for easy decision-making

Whether you’re renovating for living, renting, or increasing long-term value—this guide gives absolute clarity.

1. Renovation Costs Apply to Villas, Apartments & Townhouses

Although villas require the highest technical work, the same cost principles apply across all property types:

• Apartments (studios to penthouses)

• Townhouses

• Duplexes & loft homes

• G+1 / G+2 private homes

• Villas (3BR to 6BR+)

Only the scope varies:

But the method of calculating renovation cost remains the same—per square foot.

2. Smart Financial Planning: The 7–10% Rule

Dubai homeowners should plan renovation budgeting based on the property’s purchase price.

Industry-recommended rule:

Allocate 7–10% of the property value for interior design or renovation.

This applies to all property types.

Examples:

Why this rule works:

• Different communities have different finishing standards

• Older properties (Springs, JVC, Discovery Gardens) usually need more work

• Premium communities (Palm, Dubai Hills, Downtown) require higher finish levels

• A well-done interior increases property value significantly

• Renovated homes rent faster and sell at a premium

This budgeting rule helps both end-users and investors make smarter decisions.

3. Dubai Renovation Cost Per Sqft (2025)

Dubai projects typically fall into 3 renovation levels:

1. Light Makeover

2. Medium Renovation

3. Full Luxury Transformation

Below is a clear comparison between typical market prices and Interiofy’s transparent cost structure, which is intentionally priced 15% lower for customer benefit.

4. Cost Per Sqft (Market Cost vs Interiofy Cost)

✔ Applies to villas, apartments, townhouses
✔ Apartments land in lower half of the range
✔ Townhouses remain mid-range
✔ Villas fall in upper range due to complex MEP

5. What’s Included at Each Level

Light Makeover

✓ Painting
✓ SPC or laminate flooring
✓ Lighting replacement
✓ Minor carpentry
✓ Basic bathroom fixture upgrades

Not Included: Full MEP, layout changes, custom joinery

Medium Renovation

✓ Full bathroom remodels
✓ New flooring
✓ Kitchen facelift / partial rebuild
✓ New wardrobes & cabinets
✓ Lighting & false ceilings
✓ Feature walls
✓ Soft MEP (minor plumbing, partial electrical)

Not Included: Major structural changes, premium imported slabs

Full Luxury Renovation

✓ Layout redesign
✓ Structural modifications + approvals
✓ Full kitchen rebuild (Italian/European)
✓ High-end tiles/slabs
✓ Custom wardrobes, media walls, vanities
✓ Smart home system
✓ Full MEP overhaul (AC, electrical, plumbing)

Not Included: Pools, landscaping, external façade works

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6. Market Cost vs Interiofy Cost (Full Breakdown by Property Size)

A. 3BR Home (≈ 2,500 sqft: apartment/ townhouse / villa)

B. 4BR Home (≈ 3,500 sqft)

C. 5BR Home (≈ 5,000 sqft)

7. Analytical Cost Formula (Per Sqft × Size)

This lets any homeowner calculate their own approximate cost.

Light Makeover (153–238 AED/sqft)

• 2,500 sqft → 382K – 595K

• 3,500 sqft → 535K – 833K

• 5,000 sqft → 765K – 1.19M

Medium Renovation (298–468 AED/sqft)

• 2,500 sqft → 745K – 1.17M

• 3,500 sqft → 1.04M – 1.63M

• 5,000 sqft → 1.49M – 2.34M

Full Luxury (553–935 AED/sqft)

• 2,500 sqft → 1.38M – 2.33M

• 3,500 sqft → 1.93M – 3.27M

• 5,000 sqft → 2.76M – 4.67M

8. Why Market Prices Vary & Why Interiofy Stays Transparent

Interiofy Advantage

• Transparent scope

• No hidden markups

• Clear material specifications

• Structured pricing model

• Customer-first decisions

9. Which Renovation Level Fits You?

10. Customer-Friendly Decision Matrix

Final Conclusion

Whether you own a villa, apartment, or townhouse, understanding renovation cost is essential for smart financial planning in Dubai.
Using the 7–10% budgeting rule and comparing Market Cost vs Interiofy® Cost helps every homeowner make decisions confidently.

Interiofy®’s transparent cost structure—priced 15% lower than market without compromising quality—gives homeowners clarity, predictability, and peace of mind.

Your home should feel personal, functional, and beautifully designed. With Interiofy®, you get a renovation partner that understands your needs and delivers value at every step.