Where to find the approved figure
The Dubai Land Department publishes approved service fees for jointly owned buildings through its Service Charge Index. You choose the project name, the use (residential or hotel apartment) and the year, and the figure appears on screen. It is available on the DLD website, the Mollak system and the Dubai REST app.
The two towers are registered as "The Address Residences Dubai Opera T1" and "T2", and the charge can differ between them.
How the yearly cost is worked out
Service charges are quoted per square foot per year. Multiply the rate by the unit's area to get the yearly cost. For example, a rate of X AED per sq ft on a 1,200 sq ft apartment means 1,200 times X per year. Check whether the area used is the one on your title deed.
What the fee usually covers
The exact budget is approved for each building, so ask the owners' association for the breakdown.
- Cleaning and maintenance of shared areas
- Security and concierge
- Shared facilities such as the pool and gym
- Building insurance
- A reserve fund for major repairs
For guests
If you rent from us, service charges are the owner's cost and are not added to your stay.