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Enter property details and get a detailed P&L for 12 months

Space8 Smart Calculator helps property owners and investors in Dubai estimate short-term rental income. Enter apartment type, size, service charge and occupancy rate — get a full 12-month P&L with gross income, operating costs, net profit and ROI.

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Studio Apartment Smart Calculator - Dubai

Estimate annual rental income for your Dubai studio with month-by-month seasonal projections, all operating costs and net profit.

8-14K AED
Avg. peak income / mo
78-82%
Avg. occupancy rate
55-90K AED
Avg. annual net profit

Studio Apartments in Dubai Rental Market

  • Studios are the most liquid short-term rental asset in Dubai - fastest to fill and easiest to manage remotely.
  • JVC, Dubai Marina, Business Bay and Sports City show the highest occupancy for studios: 79-84% annually.
  • Peak season (November-January) can deliver 35-50% higher income than summer months.
  • All-in annual expenses for a studio: DTCM license AED 380, photoshoot AED 475, insurance AED 600, plus monthly DEWA, AC, internet, maintenance and property management fee (15% + VAT).
  • Net yield for a studio priced at AED 700,000-900,000 typically ranges from 7% to 11% after all costs.

Studio Smart Calculator - FAQ

How much can a studio earn on Airbnb in Dubai?

A Dubai studio typically earns 7,000-14,000 AED per month at peak (December-February). Annual gross income ranges from 80,000-140,000 AED depending on location, size and occupancy rate.

What expenses does the calculator include for studios?

All operating costs: DEWA (electricity & water), AC, internet, maintenance, municipal fee (5% of DEWA assessed value / 12), property management fee (15%), VAT (5% of PM fee), DTCM license AED 380, photoshoot AED 475 and insurance AED 600.

What is a good occupancy rate for a Dubai studio?

The Dubai rental market average is 75-85%. Studios in high-demand areas like Dubai Marina or Business Bay regularly hit 82-86%. The calculator lets you set any occupancy rate from 10% to 100%.

How is seasonal income calculated?

You enter the peak gross income for any month. The calculator applies real Dubai seasonal demand coefficients (December = 1.0, August = 0.59) to project all 12 months automatically.