Renting in Muscat: areas and contracts
Al Khuwair, Qurum, Al Mouj and costs.
In short
Muscat rents are among the lowest in the Gulf. Leases are registered with Muscat Municipality with a 3% fee. Popular areas include Qurum, Al Khuwair, Madinat Sultan Qaboos and Al Mouj.
- 2-bed Muscat
- OMR 300–550/month
- Registration
- 3% of annual rent
- Deposit
- 1 month
- Utilities
- Nama
Step by step
Tick each step as you finish it. Open a step to see what to do.
OpenSooq, Dubizzle Oman.
Documents checklist
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Check who pays the registration fee
Don’t
- Don’t sign unregistered leases
Cost estimator
Untick what doesn't apply to you. These are rough figures and fees change often, so check with the authority.
Watch out
- Villas often need extra AC maintenance budget.
Common questions
Can I buy?
In integrated tourism complexes like Al Mouj, yes.
Official links
Background and more detail
Muscat rents are among the lowest in the Gulf. Leases are registered with Muscat Municipality with a 3% fee. Popular areas include Qurum, Al Khuwair, Madinat Sultan Qaboos and Al Mouj.
Key facts
- 2-bed Muscat: OMR 300–550/month
- Registration: 3% of annual rent
- Deposit: 1 month
- Utilities: Nama
Steps
- Search – OpenSooq, Dubizzle Oman.
- Sign and register – Municipality.
- Utilities – Nama electricity and water.
Watch out
- Villas often need extra AC maintenance budget.
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