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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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