Villas for Rent in Abu Dhabi.

Yes! Starting in 2026, many landlords and property platforms offer 12-month installment plans via digital payment gateways. While not mandatory for all landlords, it has become a standard feature on premium listing sites like BuyOrSell24.

The standard deposit is 5% of the annual rent for unfurnished villas and 10% for furnished properties. This is refundable upon the end of the tenancy, provided the property is returned in good condition.

Typically, the tenant pays a 5% commission of the first year’s annual rent to the real estate agency.

For reasons like selling the property or moving in themselves, landlords must provide a 12-month written notice via Notary Public or Registered Post.

Most villas have standalone AC units where the tenant pays the electricity (DEWA/ADDC) directly. However, some newer townhouses in district-cooled communities may offer "chiller-free" options where the landlord covers the cooling capacity charges.