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Property tax estimator
Estimate your annual property tax in El Gouna. Egypt taxes imputed rental value, not the sale price, under a clear set of rules.
Annual tax comparison
| Primary residence | Investment property | |
|---|---|---|
| Imputed rental value | EGP 1,010,000 | EGP 1,010,000 |
| Maintenance allowance (30%) | EGP 303,000 | EGP 303,000 |
| Primary exemption | EGP 24,000 | N/A |
| Annual tax (EGP) | EGP 68,300 | EGP 70,700 |
| Annual tax (USD) | $1,352 | $1,400 |
Estimates based on Egypt property tax law. Rates are indicative and subject to change. Consult a local tax advisor for your specific situation.
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How it works
The rules behind the number
Four inputs decide your annual tax. Each is set in plain Egypt tax law.
- 10% on imputed rentEgypt taxes a property's imputed annual rental value, not its sale price, at a flat 10% rate.
- 30% maintenance allowanceA 30% deduction comes off the rental value before tax, covering upkeep and running costs.
- EGP 24,000 exemptionA primary residence gets a yearly exemption. An investment property is taxed in full.
- Type sets the baseApartments, villas, and townhouses each use a different imputed rental-value rate.
What you get
A clear yearly figure
The estimator gives a side-by-side view of primary-residence and investment tax, so you know the holding cost before you buy. It works for villas, apartments, and townhouses.
- EGP and USD outputRead your annual tax in both currencies at once.
- Transparent breakdownEvery line, from rental value to allowance, is shown.
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Good to know
Property tax, answered
Is there an annual property tax in Egypt?
Yes. Egypt levies an annual property tax on built real estate. Rather than taxing the sale price, it taxes a property's imputed annual rental value, after a maintenance allowance. This estimator applies that approach to El Gouna homes so you can plan your yearly holding cost before you buy.
Who pays the property tax?
The property owner is liable for the annual tax. A home you live in as your primary residence and an investment property are treated differently: a primary residence receives a yearly exemption, while an investment property is taxed in full. The estimator shows both columns side by side.
How does the estimator calculate the figure?
You enter the property value and pick a type: apartment, villa, or townhouse. Each type uses its own imputed rental-value rate to set the taxable base. The model then applies the maintenance allowance and the flat tax rate, comparing a primary residence with an investment property in EGP and USD.
Why does the property type change the result?
The taxable base comes from an imputed rental value, not the sale price, and apartments, villas, and townhouses each use a different rental-value rate. A villa and an apartment at the same purchase price can therefore carry a different annual tax. Picking the right type gives you a closer estimate.
Is this formal tax advice?
No. The figure is indicative, based on Egypt property tax law, and meant to help you plan. Rates, allowances, and the EGP exchange rate can change, and your own situation may differ. Treat it as a starting point and confirm the exact amount with a local tax advisor before you commit.
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